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  7. Posted · Report reply

    Regarding the 2002 Winnebago Adventurer battery issue,

    Yes all batteries, 2-12 V deep cycle chassis and 1-12 V house, are all located beneath the entry stairs which is open below to provide appropriate venting.

    Regarding your model and year, it is quite common for the house battery's 6 cells to "boil" or just "evaporate" dry and require a top up of distilled water every 6 months.

    I suspect that the smell from your battery compartment that you are experiencing is due to the converter trying to charge dry cells. 

    Servicing the Deep Cycle House batteries every 6 months is the only solution I know of...

    Ian

     

     

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    I have a similar chassis, Workhorse with a Allison Transmission although mine is a 2010 Suncruiser.

    In mine the Allison is a 6 speed transmission with a digital display on the dash that indicates what gear it is in. 

    Mine also has a tootle switch that allow me to toggle down to a 5 speed and if desired to a 4 speed which in essence disengages the OD.

    On the freeway usually leave OD on and in 6th.  On secondary Routes, speeds of 50-55 mph, usually leave OD on and in 5th.  On very hilly terrain also usually OD on and in 5th.

    So yes, generally the OD is on.  No issues so far, 

    As far as the smells you are noticing, you may have a ceiling vent open that is near your black water roof vent that is the culprit. 

    At hwy speeds the back pressure may be pulling it into the MH.

    This used to happen in our 2001 Suncruiser.

    Ian

     

     

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    I agree with all sides of this discussion however I applaud any member who volunteers or participates at the rallies. 

    It goes a long way to ensure the future sustainability of FMCA, including the member rallies, benefits, and overall fun! 

    PS, if FMCA didn't make a profit, then there would be no cash to pay for this website/forum for all of us to enjoy!

     

     

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    Hi Donna,

    Yes so many places to go, so much to do!  Very exciting.

    Would heartily agree with all of the suggestions from everyone so far, they have pretty much covered all of my top suggestions. 

    Would definitely suggest you not miss Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon, South Rim.  You could easily spend a week at each, so much to see and do.  Both have great RV campsites.  However would strongly suggest you book online now as these very popular destinations sell out well in advance. (May be close to selling out already for May 2017)

    As far as where to stay in your 36' Southwind, other than those above, when we travel to parts unknown for the first time, we often count on a KOA in the area.  There are several hundred throughout the US.  They have a great Online booking site, at http://koa.com.  and although not always the cheapest they generally offer a consistent level of services, Hookups, etc.so you know what you are getting.  And on your first visit to the area, you can scope out other options for next time.

    Enjoy!

      

     

     

     

     

     

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    Hi John,

    Regarding your question, on recommendations for rejuvenating the decals that came on the motorhome, originally supplied from Winnebago, if you reach out to Winnebago directly, at winnebagoind.com/contact, they will be able to supply you with replacement decals.

    Regarding your question on a general cleaning product that will wash roof, along awnings, etc., I use cold water tide.  Yes, Tide, the laundry soap.  Not the liquid or pod type,  or added bleach type, just plain old fashioned cold water crystals. 

    Half a cup, dissolved in a bucket of cold water does the trick.  I use a long handle wash brush to gently wash and simply rinse with my garden hose.  It removes all dirt and grim, and rinses off nicely and easily.

    Has kept all three of my motorhomes (two previous and my current one) sparkling and looking like new.

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