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Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-20-2014, 12:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,892
Posted By japple
I think it was around 30 hours. But the time was...

I think it was around 30 hours. But the time was oddly distributed it, things I thought would be easy, like taking the cabinets out, turned into 4-6 tasks to figure it out and avoid damaging...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-10-2014, 06:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,892
Posted By japple
I finished the rebuild and put some more of the...

I finished the rebuild and put some more of the pictures here

wb1dog (https://wb1dog.blogspot.com/)
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-21-2014, 04:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,892
Posted By japple
Yes being a woodworker helped a lot, shop tools...

Yes being a woodworker helped a lot, shop tools etc ...

RV is on the driveway however so I spend a bunch of time messing with the tarp. I should have built staging and tarped outside of it, too...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-20-2014, 10:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,892
Posted By japple
Cabover rebuild

Making some slow progress. Sleeper board has been rebuilt from 1" plywood. Wing walls have been repaired. All new wood is encapsulated in 2-3 coats of epoxy and all glue joints are epoxy(System...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-12-2014, 12:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 646
Posted By japple
Find it in the parts catalog Parts Catalog...

Find it in the parts catalog
Parts Catalog (https://catalog.winnebagoind.com/menu/Parts.htm)

And then call
Lichtsinn Motors - Iowa RV Parts - Iowa RV Accessories - Located in Forest City, Iowa...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-12-2014, 07:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,862
Posted By japple
To get the filon off the sleeper board I tried a...

To get the filon off the sleeper board I tried a bunch of things but this worked best. I believe it came from the flooring area at lowes. It has removeable razor blades (3.5" wide)
...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-12-2014, 07:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,862
Posted By japple
To cut off the loop in the P, I think I would...

To cut off the loop in the P, I think I would need to

Remove front cap
Remove gutter all the way down the sides (and awnings)
Loosen the fiberglass roof (if this is even possible)

Which is...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-09-2014, 03:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,862
Posted By japple
I got the sleeper/bunk board out today, 60% of it...

I got the sleeper/bunk board out today, 60% of it is still solid and I can't get the filon off, it is on there tight !

Suggestions ?
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-08-2014, 08:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,862
Posted By japple
Cab over repair advice needed

I'm rebuilding the cab over area on my 04 Minnie Winnie Class C. Still in the slow process of taking it apart and getting the sleeper board out. But I have a couple questions already

I have some...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-06-2014, 05:09 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,279
Posted By japple
Finally got this. center the unit in the...

Finally got this. center the unit in the opening, push it as far towards the front of the rig as possible. Tip the top or the unit towards the back while pushing up on the valance/soffit.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-04-2014, 06:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,279
Posted By japple
Cab over rebuild / Removing Entertainment Center.

I have to replace the "bunk board" in my 04 Minnie Winnie 430V. Does anyone have ideas on how to get the Entertainment Center out ? I removed the front face frames from the left cabinet and the TV...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 07-29-2014, 10:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 710
Posted By japple
This one is very nice Wells State Park...

This one is very nice

Wells State Park (https://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/wells-state-park.html)

About 45 minutes from Chepacet however.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-25-2014, 12:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,964
Posted By japple
My Winnebago had a cabinet next to the TV and one...

My Winnebago had a cabinet next to the TV and one of the side panels in that cabinet had 4 screws in it, that let me in front the side. Once in, I found a metal strap held down with bolt.

Good...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-23-2014, 11:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 656
Posted By japple
I sorta agree, however TST creates some of the...

I sorta agree, however TST creates some of the need for outstanding support, for example the odd behavior of having to set your high pressure setting before the low, even though low is presented...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-02-2014, 02:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 658
Posted By japple
Need tire dealer recommendation - Louisville/Lexington

I recently bought the internal TST sensors and some bridgestone 250s. But the tire place I used really struggled with the sensor install and now the valve stems seem to be working loose. Just...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-19-2014, 05:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,595
Posted By japple
For me it means installing a 7 round on the MH. ...

For me it means installing a 7 round on the MH. May come to that, but would rather avoid crawling around under it to run the new wires.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-17-2014, 01:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,595
Posted By japple
Now I have the no turn signals if the brakes are...

Now I have the no turn signals if the brakes are on problem. Ugh even with the jeep battery disconnected.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-17-2014, 01:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,626
Posted By japple
Personally I think the Currie is not that broadly...

Personally I think the Currie is not that broadly tested. I had to grind other parts to install it, then files the bar ends to even get them to slide on at all. Also had 1/4 of space between the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-17-2014, 10:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,626
Posted By japple
Did the install myself. I just contacted both...

Did the install myself. I just contacted both companies and they both recommend I grind away the material on the base plate. Like a previous post had recommended.

Looks like 1/4 to 1/2" should...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-17-2014, 07:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,626
Posted By japple
Currie Baseplate with ReadyBrute Elite problems

I have a 2010 Jeep Wrangler with the Currie Baseplate and ReadyBrute Elite tow bar. I noticed this morning that the end of the tow bar is binding and wearing on the metal of the baseplate. It's...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-13-2014, 11:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 766
Posted By japple
Thanks I will drive over tonight and take a look....

Thanks I will drive over tonight and take a look. It the big Cat sign over it and I thought that was preventing me from getting off the side, but maybe not.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 06-12-2014, 07:47 AM
Replies: 16
GPS
Views: 2,364
Posted By japple
Very happy with iPad Mini running CoPilot live HD...

Very happy with iPad Mini running CoPilot live HD in RV mode. Features for height restrictions, road speeds, tunnels/propane, ... Plus the regular stuff, traffic, speed alarms etc

Found an...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-11-2014, 10:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 766
Posted By japple
Axle end scale within 100 miles of Louisville or Lexington ?

I took the rig to the Love's in Waddy KY but they can not do axle ends, I was a couple of hundred over without the wife and most of our gear, so I'd like to see how I'm doing on each axle end.
...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-31-2014, 09:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 996
Posted By japple
I've been looking at it from a "all steel" vs...

I've been looking at it from a "all steel" vs "steel and poly" perspective. So the XPS RIP and the Bridgestone R250 are both all steel, they others are not. If the rig wasn't overweight I'd be much...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-30-2014, 07:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 996
Posted By japple
Tire dilemma

I need new tires for our 30' Class C. It's a Minnie Winnie and basically over weight empty, so I was wanting XPS RIBS. But the I can't get 6 in my area (Louisville, KY) that are all under a year...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-09-2014, 07:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,631
Posted By japple
Interesting we have basically the same brake...

Interesting we have basically the same brake system. I have the all in one ready brute. Do you turn the ignition off/key out ? I do.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-09-2014, 05:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,631
Posted By japple
The eBay harness looks like a Cooltech. My...

The eBay harness looks like a Cooltech.

My problems with the Cooltech are that if I don't disconnect the battery it really hoses my ECM. After I make this mistake I first get an ABS light, then...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-07-2014, 05:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,631
Posted By japple
Separate bulbs wrangler

I continue to struggle with the cool tech harness and the Jeeps ECM. So I would like to go with the seperate bulb approach using the blue ox kit. I looked at the light housing and there didn't seem...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-14-2014, 03:02 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 38,054
Posted By japple
I like that more parts are standard truck parts.

I like that more parts are standard truck parts.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-06-2014, 03:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 877
Posted By japple
Windex let me slide it out, and a heat gun and...

Windex let me slide it out, and a heat gun and squeezing let me get it back after I fixed up the screws. Being in the 30's and in the shade didn't help.

Thanks everyone
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-05-2014, 10:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 877
Posted By japple
Trim removal

I retracted my rear slide with the storage door open :facepalm: and it loosened the fascia. So
I need remove this piece of trim with minimal damage to it. I thought I could slide it out but it only...
Forum: New Member Check-In 11-20-2013, 03:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 707
Posted By japple
Welcome, I work in Louisville and live in...

Welcome, I work in Louisville and live in Shelbyville, let me know if I can be of any help.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-04-2013, 09:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,595
Posted By japple
Thanks everyone.

Thanks everyone.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-31-2013, 04:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,595
Posted By japple
10 Wrangler, Cooltech, Ready Brute problems

Sunday I did my first test run towing the 10 wrangler behind our 04 minnie winnie. The setup is readybrute/cooltech. Everything worked fine, did a bunch of testing and fine tuning at the high...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-22-2013, 06:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 776
Posted By japple
I think Loves sells that Cobra too. The only...

I think Loves sells that Cobra too. The only reason I'm even trying to get this one to work is the auto transfer switch. I have not found one for less than $60.

Thanks
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-21-2013, 11:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 776
Posted By japple
Inverter buzzing

The Dimension 300w inverter that came in my 2004 Minnie Winnie buzzes when used, the frequency of the buzz is load related. And if i plug 60w incandescent light into it it pulses. Are both of these...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-12-2013, 11:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,316
Posted By japple
I use the Currie baseplate, inexpensive, but...

I use the Currie baseplate, inexpensive, but expect some tweaking to get it to fit, have your grinder and patience ready. Not only for the parts they tell you you need to grind away, but the whole...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 07-12-2013, 11:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,686
Posted By japple
How many dogs do you travel with? Pls include...

How many dogs do you travel with? Pls include breed and/or sizes.

3 - Westie,Australian Cattle Dog, Colldohu(Collie,Dogo,Husky mix) 30,45 and 60lbs respectfully. And 2 birds.

Are you full...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-13-2013, 05:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,490
Posted By japple
Turns out that the Orange wire on the unused...

Turns out that the Orange wire on the unused electric brake controller connector is switched 12V. And a spade connector fits over the pin. Just need to be careful, the pin next to it is hot all the...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 06-11-2013, 10:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 695
Posted By japple
Time of day is the key for me, I'd say between 9...

Time of day is the key for me, I'd say between 9 and 3 it's a wash, before 9 and after 3 I would use 275.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-11-2013, 06:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 842
Posted By japple
Lake Cumberland State Resort Park. Probably an...

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park. Probably an hour or so off 75, but very nice.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-05-2013, 08:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,490
Posted By japple
Good source for 12V under dash in e450 Winnebago

I need 12 volts for the ready brake indicator light, any advice on a good location under the dash, preferably without take the dash a part.

Thanks in Advance

- Jim
Forum: New Member Check-In 04-13-2013, 11:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 595
Posted By japple
Welcome We are right down the road in...

Welcome


We are right down the road in Shelbyville.
Forum: New Member Check-In 02-24-2013, 06:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 948
Posted By japple
Welcome from shelbyville

Welcome from shelbyville
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-24-2013, 06:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 750
Posted By japple
Is there a small cabinet to the right of the tv?...

Is there a small cabinet to the right of the tv? If so the left inside panel hace four small screws holding it. Once the panel is removed you can get to the strap. The strap is in two pieces. ...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-19-2013, 05:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,272
Posted By japple
Thanks, I have been on the HWH site. Over the...

Thanks, I have been on the HWH site. Over the weekend I was able to tighten the 1/4" nuts and check the fluid level, which was down a little. Also cleaned as much oil off stuff to try and see where...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-15-2013, 07:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,272
Posted By japple
I didn't realize the tool was in the end till I...

I didn't realize the tool was in the end till I quit for the day. The Winnie manual said I should use a 1/4 nut runner. When that didn't fit I figured I still had not found the right area, so I...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-15-2013, 07:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 765
Posted By japple
Thanks everyone

Thanks everyone
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-14-2013, 12:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 765
Posted By japple
Caulk behind heater trim plate

What kinda caulk is this ? Can I use Pro Flex or it something special that is heat resistant ?

Thanks
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-14-2013, 12:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,272
Posted By japple
HWH reservoir oil cap

My slide creeps out so I went to check the t valves and noticed the cap for the reservoir was pretty loose. I was able to tighten it a little but still only 3-4 threads. Should it fit down tight on...
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