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Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-22-2024, 11:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 629
Posted By 89sandman
I guess it really depends on where you live and...

I guess it really depends on where you live and what you expect as far as performance from your motorhome. Also a smaller motor is going to work a lot harder.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-05-2024, 06:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 354
Posted By 89sandman
I wish it was something as simple as that. I use...

I wish it was something as simple as that. I use mine every weekend for riding my Atv so am going to wait until this spring when it warms up a little to tear it out. At least it is easy to do 4 bolts...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-03-2024, 10:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 354
Posted By 89sandman
Has anyone ever updated slide actuators?

I have a 2003 Minnie Winnie 24f with the discontinued kiwkee electric actuators and my front one has failed. Mine is the type without the Acme nut so no parts or complete actuators are available. I...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 02-18-2024, 06:44 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,888
Posted By 89sandman
The only people who don't have slides are people...

The only people who don't have slides are people who have never had them.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 02-03-2024, 12:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,164
Posted By 89sandman
I'd sell it and move on. Much cheaper to travel...

I'd sell it and move on. Much cheaper to travel by car and easier. We only use our motorhome for close travels, I wouldn't want to drive that thing all day long from state to state, much easier to...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-31-2024, 08:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 481
Posted By 89sandman
Yes I found if you hold the reset button until...

Yes I found if you hold the reset button until the IN and OUT lights flash, then the slide can be retracted. The OUT button on mine retracted the front and the IN button retracted the rear. Once...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 01-31-2024, 08:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 342
Posted By 89sandman
The only real fix is to have the panels repainted...

The only real fix is to have the panels repainted where the problem is happening.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-31-2024, 06:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 481
Posted By 89sandman
Mine has the Kwikee electric system and spent...

Mine has the Kwikee electric system and spent about a half a day to figure out how to use it. The 24f does not have the store more option but removing those covers are next to impossible with the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 01-29-2024, 03:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 481
Posted By 89sandman
How to manually retract electric slide 2003 Minnie Winnie

I have done hydralic slides and rack and pinion slides but this 24f doesn't seem to have a place to manually retract it. No nuts or bolts on the motors to turn to do it by hand. The manual only lists...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 01-28-2024, 12:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,397
Posted By 89sandman
Buy a small inverter generator, they are VERY...

Buy a small inverter generator, they are VERY quite and use little fuel. I use a 2000 watt Honda and it will run everything but the A/C. Will pay for itself in fuel savings.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-21-2024, 11:52 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,905
Posted By 89sandman
Bad and worse :)

Bad and worse :)
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-17-2024, 10:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,795
Posted By 89sandman
Comps in your area, or at least as close to the...

Comps in your area, or at least as close to the area as you can find, are the only real way to determine market value. I mean what they actually sell for not the asking price. I've found the more...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-17-2024, 10:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,068
Posted By 89sandman
Old diesels can cost you more than I'd put into a...

Old diesels can cost you more than I'd put into a rv that old real quick.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 01-14-2024, 11:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 630
Posted By 89sandman
I'd try and wiggle the center pin and see if it...

I'd try and wiggle the center pin and see if it will seat. It's made of brass so it won't spark. I work on propane powered forklifts and this happen sometimes.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-27-2023, 10:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 833
Posted By 89sandman
Bridgestone recommends that its Bridgestone or...

Bridgestone recommends that its Bridgestone or Firestone brand tires be removed from service after ten years regardless of their remaining tread depth. They also recommend periodic inspections by a...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-24-2023, 01:36 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,479
Posted By 89sandman
Yes you should have gone in the middle of summer...

Yes you should have gone in the middle of summer when the place is a rv's ghost town. I buy there during the summer months a lot because there are plenty for sale and no one there to buy.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-10-2023, 07:46 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,893
Posted By 89sandman
I would laugh if you took me to a parking lot to...

I would laugh if you took me to a parking lot to test drive a motorhome :) I would assume you are not serious about selling it and move on. I would however, as suggested above, come to a selling...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-10-2023, 07:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,582
Posted By 89sandman
Inflated Msrp's are so people can get them...

Inflated Msrp's are so people can get them financed. Blue book values on the rv's I buy are silly low because they are high risk loans for banks.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-29-2023, 10:17 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,470
Posted By 89sandman
So anyway, to all the folks with opinions but no...

So anyway, to all the folks with opinions but no experience buying a rental, Thanks for whatever you contributed!

You're welcome! :thumb:
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-28-2023, 08:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,180
Posted By 89sandman
I finally got under there and just like...

I finally got under there and just like Spidergawd said all my lines are inside so that is nice. I have covers for the front and side cab windows and curtains that close off the overhead bunk and one...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-24-2023, 01:29 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,470
Posted By 89sandman
Mega miles, drove like a rental, plain jane. I'd...

Mega miles, drove like a rental, plain jane. I'd move on.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-22-2023, 07:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,310
Posted By 89sandman
I would pull the sockets first then check...

I would pull the sockets first then check continuity from there to the next wiring junction.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-22-2023, 07:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,180
Posted By 89sandman
Low 20's overnight is the lowest I will brave,...

Low 20's overnight is the lowest I will brave, any colder than that and I stay home. I camp at about 1200 feet so is almost always above freezing during the day. I'm the caretaker at a Blm campground...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-22-2023, 04:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,180
Posted By 89sandman
Using Minnie Winnie 24f in below freezing temps?

I am hoping that since the water tank is mounted on the back wall that it will be safe to use in below freezing conditions by just keeping the inside heated. Anyone have one they have used in winter...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-18-2023, 10:02 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,309
Posted By 89sandman
Wouldn't own a motorhome that doesn't/can't carry...

Wouldn't own a motorhome that doesn't/can't carry one. I'm not going to be stuck at the mercy of some tow operation. I don't have hours or days to wait to get to where I'm going. But I'll bet most of...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-13-2023, 09:57 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 11,332
Posted By 89sandman
I've detailed lots of RV's over the years. Some...

I've detailed lots of RV's over the years. Some ways are easier than others and some last much longer than others. I have found for chalky older gel coats either Zep or Penetrol work best, but prep...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-11-2023, 08:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 627
Posted By 89sandman
Congrats! I go up in size some years, down in...

Congrats! I go up in size some years, down in others. Depends on what I'm looking to do at the time. Life changes and so do the size of Rv's :)
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-05-2023, 10:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,163
Posted By 89sandman
Yes I've had both styles, some just push on some...

Yes I've had both styles, some just push on some you have to remove 2 lug nuts. As posted before if you have the lug nut style they have the mark on them. The 24f I have now has the lug nut style.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-04-2023, 08:48 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,633
Posted By 89sandman
Aw, another thing to break and cost money to...

Aw, another thing to break and cost money to repair, when a simple valve and gravity works fine.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-28-2023, 01:12 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,633
Posted By 89sandman
I love my 24f Winnie with one slide. I am a...

I love my 24f Winnie with one slide. I am a weekend warrior and not wasting space for a dedicated bed is awesome. I ride atv's on the weekend and go probably 40+ weekends a year, the wife and dogs...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-25-2023, 09:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,046
Posted By 89sandman
We have a 24 foot, one slide, and 2 large dogs....

We have a 24 foot, one slide, and 2 large dogs. My wife and dogs rarely go but if I were going to spend days with all of them in there I'd want at least a 30 footer, 2 slides, with a dedicated...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-19-2023, 01:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 660
Posted By 89sandman
The 36 code is for oxygen sensor heater control...

The 36 code is for oxygen sensor heater control circuit bank one sensor 2. This is the rear oxygen sensor on the passenger side. This failure is likely what caused the 420 code. A simple test of the...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-17-2023, 10:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 660
Posted By 89sandman
Do you happen to know what the code number was?

Do you happen to know what the code number was?
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-23-2023, 05:12 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,932
Posted By 89sandman
No slides equals very, very, very small market...

No slides equals very, very, very small market for resale. They all get crap for fuel mileage.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2023, 02:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,145
Posted By 89sandman
With that many miles just make sure you get it...

With that many miles just make sure you get it for cheap because that is what it will be worth when you go to resell. So many get bought new and hardly used floods the market with low mile units...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2023, 01:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,260
Posted By 89sandman
How long and often are you likely to use it? If...

How long and often are you likely to use it? If you have frequent and long lasting outages then it might be worth the money to have a transfer switch installed. I have lived in the same house for 27...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2023, 12:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 854
Posted By 89sandman
I use 2x10's, 2x6 is just too narrow, just makes...

I use 2x10's, 2x6 is just too narrow, just makes it easier. I have the plastic lego block ones but feel better using the flat wood, don't like the raised surface of the lego's digging into my tires.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2023, 12:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 284
Posted By 89sandman
Your fuel pump is in the tank so you won't be...

Your fuel pump is in the tank so you won't be able to use a aux tank. If it has just been a couple of years I wouldn't worry all that much. At our shop we start up vehicles that have been sitting for...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-18-2023, 07:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 30,418
Posted By 89sandman
I think most won't be able to see the sight...

I think most won't be able to see the sight window with it installed. I would say as long as the gen fires right up and the choke is in the full open position when running you are close enough. Can't...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-17-2023, 07:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 30,418
Posted By 89sandman
Mine was the same when I got it, crank, crank,...

Mine was the same when I got it, crank, crank, crank before it would start. So I was going out and holding the choke closed by hand and using the button on the gen to start it. Not a big deal since...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-31-2023, 09:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,315
Posted By 89sandman
If you are not mechanically inclined I'd leave it...

If you are not mechanically inclined I'd leave it to a professional, it can end up costing a lot more than you'll save. Everyones a mechanic until something goes wrong...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-24-2023, 04:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,281
Posted By 89sandman
The only way I'd do this is to go through your...

The only way I'd do this is to go through your bank and get a loan. They will be able to talk to the lien holder directly and if there is a problem they will take care of it. State Farm will not...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-19-2023, 10:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 699
Posted By 89sandman
This is the one I tried, I also tried a $99...

This is the one I tried, I also tried a $99 magnetic, battery operated, wireless one that was so bad I never even put it in the rv.
...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2023, 03:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 699
Posted By 89sandman
I tried a wireless off Amazon that was a little...

I tried a wireless off Amazon that was a little more than the one you posted and had trouble with the picture staying in real time. It had great reviews but didn't work so great for me. Sometimes it...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-18-2023, 11:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 991
Posted By 89sandman
I just bought mine off amazon for $100. They all...

I just bought mine off amazon for $100. They all come 46 inches wide. Just wound it 14 times and no problem. I only keep a RV for the summer so no sense in spending big money for one.
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 06-15-2023, 01:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 623
Posted By 89sandman
This summers ride

After buying only 35-40 footers for the last few years thought I'd go "small" for this summer. Do miss all the room but this is a party model with a slide so it doesn't feel so small inside and it...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-15-2023, 01:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,148
Posted By 89sandman
I finally found one at Winnebagoparts.com they...

I finally found one at Winnebagoparts.com they only come in black now but it will replace my cracked one :)
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-14-2023, 11:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,148
Posted By 89sandman
Screen door slider?

I have been trying to locate a 132082-01-01A Midwest plastics but every where I look they are unavailable. I have found every other small part I need for this Minnie but this last thing is giving me...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-14-2023, 11:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 699
Posted By 89sandman
Yes that is exactly what I have. I have the rear...

Yes that is exactly what I have. I have the rear kitchen. I'll take all the tips you can give! Mine is wired not wireless, so I need to be able to get the cable up to the front as well as a power...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-13-2023, 11:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 699
Posted By 89sandman
2003 Minnie Back Up Camera Mounting Ideas

I'm looking for ideas of where to mount a backup camera. It has a stock mounting location up top but no wiring and it would take a ton of work to put one there and make it work. I'm looking for some...
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