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    This is for my friend that can't get on internet right now....

    2004 Winnebago Vectra 40AD

    Nothing on dash is working. No lights, not even idiot lights. No reading on speedometer, tachometer etc.....

    Just started after an engine oil change. 

    Ideas?

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    On 5/30/2019 at 7:45 PM, RayIN said:

    Your plugs may be fine, the 50A receptacle contacts may be what is corroded or "varnished" to the point they prevent a clean connection. Remember, the pedestal receptacles get a lot more use than your plugs, they become worn and lose their spring tension due to generated heat. This causes your relatively new plugs to appear like they do not work properly.

    I would not use sandpaper because it removes some metal with every use. Liquid/spray contact cleaner might be a better choice. Yes, the act of unplugging/plugging in likely did clean the connecting contacts enough to  rectify the problem.

    FWIW, the spray contact cleaner may be used on the pedestal receptacle contacts without danger, just remember to switch off the main breaker.

    Good point regarding sandpaper... when I was in the Navy we used tabasco sauce to shine up brass... that would probably work. 

    Also great idea regarding contact cleaner... I'm going to get that. 

    So far, since the initial issue, we have had no problems. 

    Thank you everyone for your advice!

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    Here is one for you.....

    2014 Itasca Ellipse 42QD (all electric)

    Symptoms:  EMS shows "no service", yet everything seems to be working. (except washing machine, but I THINK that may be a separate issue... or was it caused by this?)

    When scrolling through EMS it goes from wiring "OK" to "error" back and forth.  

    I, thinking maybe my surge protector (Progressive Industries EMS - PT50x) was damaged so I plug in to pedestal without it.  Same issues going on, so it isn't the surge protector.

    I then grab my 50amp extension cord and plug into the pedestal next door. Everything is now working fine.  I plug the surge protector back into my space's pedestal.... everything reads fine, Volts at 123/124, 60 Hertz, and no errors.  So, I unplug my extension cord from the pedestal next door and back into my surge protector on my pedestal.  Everything is now working fine. 

    Here is what I THINK may have been the problem, let me know what YOU think.

    Is it possible the prongs on my 50amp were dirty or corroded a little.... with the plugging in and out, it cleaned the prongs and made good contact?

    Today I'm going to use a fine grit sandpaper to clean the prongs even better.....

    What are your thoughts?  Could that have been it?  Or am I going to see this phantom problem come back again and again? 

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    3 hours ago, hermanmullins said:

    ERIC. Sorry for your problem with your washer. The part was small compared to the labor. I have pulled our Splendide out before and I am here to tell you it isn't easy. It is heavy and I mean heavy and in a very tight space. If you and a friend can do the work your self then you might be able to get by for just the cost of the machine. If not then you will have a pretty high labor charge. Labor charges have just gotten out sight.

    Just had a thought, you could invite several of your strong friend and have a "Washer Switch Out Party" under that beautiful cabana you just built. I guarantee the food & beer (after the installation is finished) would cost a whole lot less and a heck of a lot more fun.:P You could have the whole thing put on as a broadcast program and write the whole thing as a business expense.:rolleyes:

    Good luck,

    Herman

    Yes, I think it weighs about 150 pounds, and as mentioned, tight space, with toilet in the way... so you have to lift up, then out, but you've got no where to stand for good gripping and leverage. 

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    Just had our Splendide Ariston ARWXF129W die again.  Second time in 6 months.

    Last time it was a circuit board.  Parts/labor almost $600.  The dang washer is only 1,000 new!

    Same symptoms this time as last, probably same problem.

    Any ideas on a good replacement if I don't want another Splendide?  It's in a closet, stacked under the Splendide dryer.

    Splendide Washer is 23" wide, 22" deep, and 32 inches high. 

    Looks like we could fit something up to 26" wide, 26" deep, and 33" high.

    It's located in a 2014 Itasca (Winnebago) Ellipse (Tour).

     

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    The lovely wife would like us to trade our perfectly good 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited in for a 2019 Jeep Cherokee Limited.  She wants a "smoother and more comfortable ride" when we are driving around in that rather than our coach. 

    From the research I have done on this fantastic educational forum, I have learned that the 2019 Cherokee doesn't have the issues they 2014-2018 Cherokees do regarding flat tow. 

    Since the 2019 Cherokee is a new model refresh, and the posts I was looking at were 5 - 10 months old, I'd just like to verify that the opinions have not changed regarding the flat towing of a 2019 Cherokee.

    My main concerns...… 

    1- The 2019 doesn't need the wiring harness to prevent the "death wobble".

    2- I don't need to have a battery charger to flat tow.

    3- I don't need to keep in "accessory" position while towing (leading to a drained battery)

    I know previous answers have been, wiring harness not needed, no battery charger needed, and you don't need to keep it in "accessory" position while towing.... but, I just want to verify before I close the deal on the Cherokee.  Things sometimes change.

    Thanks!

    I don't see any issues from reading the owner's manual.... but, real world experience from real owners would make me feel better. 

     

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    This is to assist those that have issues with their steps coming in.  Mine were stuck in the open/out position even after ignition was turned on.

    2014 Itasca Ellipse 42qd

    Issue: Steps would not retract.

    Normally it's the sensor on the door jam that needs it's contacts cleaned up with a little sandpaper scratch and rubbing alcohol.

    This time.... that didn't work. 

    Breaker was good.  Switch was tested in both positions.... still didn't work. 

    I closed the contact on the bottom 2 contacts using a copper penny.... the steps came in.

    My assumption was there was an issue with the door side sensor pad.

    I had to remove the door stop arm in order to open the door enough to take the door side sensor pad off.

    Once I pulled it off, there was one of the four wires that had come loose.

    I had to use a flashlight and needle nose pliers to fish the wire out of the door.

    I attached the wire, crimped it, then used electrical tape to hold it on just a little bit better this time.

    I tested it prior to putting it back in. It did work.  I THINK there may be a way to install it upside down so be sure to test it prior to putting everything back together. 

    Buttoned everything back up and it works!!!!

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    1470 - sensor pads.... left side is door jam, right side is door.

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    1471 - door sensor pad pulled out showing loose / missing wire (it had fallen into the door)

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    1472 - top of door jam showing I removed all those screws of the door stop arm so I could open the door enough to remove the door side sensor pad

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    1473 - door side sensor pad with the loose wire re-attached, and prior to adding electrical tape for "insurance". 

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    On ‎2‎/‎16‎/‎2019 at 4:54 AM, manholt said:

    Eric, you need some dry, big, palm fronds, to cover the metal  on the side!  :D😎

    Yes we do!

    On ‎2‎/‎16‎/‎2019 at 9:58 AM, wayne77590 said:

    That sure looks like a redneck picnic table.

    Oh, and are you going to import hula dancers?

    I'll bet Mama would not allow that.

    It is a redneck table... I'm going to work on it a little... but we needed something bulky and tough so this fits.... 

    We have A LOT of outdoor decoration / bar stuff / neon signs etc.... in storage that should be here in a couple of weeks... but....

    Here are the latest.... 

     

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    4 hours ago, manholt said:

    Eric,

    I'll get with you in March,  about 1/2 dozen pup's that would otherwise go on the burn pile!  In plastic tubs or large barrels, they do great...

    You putting a ice maker in the bar...keep beer cold? 

    Awesome! We've got a couple work trips in March (Mass. first weekend and BVIs last week) but should be in town for MOST of it. 

    4 hours ago, manholt said:

    DB, can you  mill 8"x8"x14' posts?  If so, you'll save more than a buck! :)

    These were 8x8x16 and had to be special ordered..... I suspect they were a large part of the total cost. 

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    On ‎2‎/‎13‎/‎2019 at 7:35 AM, manholt said:

    Having been there, I can relate.  You have made so many changes to the landscaping, my memory is lost...great job!  If you need some Palm Trees, we got some pup's, you can have as a house present.  They are Windmill Palms!

    Yes please. 

    On ‎2‎/‎13‎/‎2019 at 1:56 PM, DBenoit said:

    If you would like to share....What was the approx cost for the covered pad (excavation, materials,etc.) and any utilities.

    Thanks, David

    I don't mind sharing the info.... just the cover itself, which is a 54' x 24' roof (8x8 posts are 50' x 20' apart), was about $22,000. Utilities: electric and water only was about $2,000 and that included a separate meter and 200 amp box. No septic.... they wanted another $15,000 for that due to rock... no rock it would have been about 5 or 6K.

    The "pad" itself is caliche, so, much less expensive than concrete, was about $1,000 to level / grate and caliche. 

    Here are the latest pictures of the bar area, and Wilke's "Bad ***" fire pit.... about 80% complete:

     

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    On ‎2‎/‎10‎/‎2019 at 10:18 AM, wayne77590 said:

    Where are the pictures of the guests pad parking?

     

    haha..... If we owned the land I could show you that..... we're on the in-laws acreage.... so, not our call to allow "guests".  That would be cool though!  

    Here is the latest update.... building the deck/bar/outdoor studio ……. in the rain... what a mess.

    About 1/3 done with it.

     

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    16 hours ago, manholt said:

    You got a lot done in a short period of time, the landscaping made a huge difference!  Job well done! :)

    Where in MF is the Lone Star Luau?  You in RV or just Jeep?

    Lakeside Pavilion. We'll be in RV with Jeep.  We were parking at the Pavilion.... but, they just started construction on the parking lot.... we'll be parked near Brass Hall and drive jeep to pavilion. 

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    13 hours ago, hermanmullins said:

    Eric,

    How well does the sewer drain with the hose going over the fence twice?:o:lol:

    Herman

    That is my gray water hose.... it's up on the fence while I drive the skid steer around.... don't want to crush it before it's put into place. 

    10 hours ago, wayne77590 said:

    Eric, what is your address and when are you traveling and for how long?

    We're in the Pipe Creek TX area. Not too far from Texas Custom Coach if you know where that is. 

    Here is our schedule:  http://radiotroprock.com/tour-schedule/  

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    8 hours ago, manholt said:

    Eric.  Mowing right along and looking good. :wub:  Just one small question...Where is the water and Sewage?  

    Wayne.  His DW is a sweetheart !  Raised my BP..:lol:

    Water is right next to pad..... Well, it was attached to side of pad.... I just broke it with the bobcat during excavation next to pad... now, it's about 6 feet south of pad.  LOL

    Sewer?  None for now. They wanted about $13,000 for a septic.   We have a dump nearby and move frequently... so, not an issue yet. 

    Here are today's update pics.... still have the covered deck/bar area to build, and more detailed work cleaning up and spreading mulch.... and of course painters are coming back for touch ups.... and roofers to put metal roof.   but... so far so good. 

     

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    On ‎1‎/‎27‎/‎2019 at 11:36 AM, wayne77590 said:

    So are you saying you are going to ask DW to help?

    hmmmm..... probably not.... funny story though... there is one rock that probably weighs about 400lbs I need to move.... she comes out.... "would you like me to help you roll that rock in place".  I'm like.... "uh, that weighs about 400 pounds".... she says "and?".  ye, right!  LOL

    More progress..... here are the latest pictures. 

    Let me just say.... I'm exhausted!  

     

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