Recent content by dcellisesq

I have used Dr. Bronners peppermint scented liquid soap in the home shower for maybe 15 years.  It's just great and I wouldn't think of using anything else.  I keep a bottle in the motorhome shower, too. Daniel C. Ellis 2--5 Winnebago Journey 39F Portland, Oregon

Here's my experience:  I own a 2005 Journey 39F, purchased new in June 2006.  Sometime in 2008 or 2009 I noticed the wood grain paper peeling in several places.  I called Winnebago and they said to take it to my dealer for assessment and to have the dealer call Winnebago.  The dealer opened all...

I have used Pacific Pride stations for several years and like them for the following reasons:  (1) Generally roomy and clean; (2) Almost always empty so no waiting; (3) Big (truck) nozzles for faster diesel filling; (4) Always close to the interstate highways; (4) They have RV accounts: (5) They...

Like Clay L above, I have had the Mark8000 for three years and am glad we do.  Coming from Portland, Oregon, we are accustomed to excellent water not heavily laden with minerals, etc.  Each April and October we travel to Nevada and Arizona for the month and don't care much for the hard water. ...

I just had six new Michelins installed by a truck tire dealer.  I complained to the installer that the outside duals' valves pointed "in" and were difficult to get at (I have used the reverse head chuck).  The installer said he would fix that and now all valves are on the outside, without the...

Another price comparison:  I just purchased 6 new Michelin tires from Costco (255/80 22.5/14 XRV) for $489.32 ea. including tax, total for 6 tires= $2935.94.  I have arranged for Les Schwab to install all six tires, balancing the two front tires only, for $202.50 PLUS $5.00 ea. disposal...

Our 2005 Journey 39F has the chassis battery cutoff switch (built March 2005 I believe). Daniel C. Ellis 2005 Winnebago Journey 39F Portland, Oregon

A few days ago I was quoted $69.99 ea. for 925 CCA starting batteries for my diesel pusher by the local Freightliner dealer.  The batteries are labeled "Alliance," which is the Freightliner brand.  The parts guy (with whom I have previously dealt) said that they place these batteries in diesel...

I just got a quote from Freightliner 10 minutes ago on starting batteries for my 2005 Journey with 350 hp Cat diesel:  $69.99 ea. (925 CCA).  Obviously, there would be an addition core charge if you didn't bring in your old batteries. Daniel C. Ellis 2005 Winnebago Journey 39F Portland, Oregon

I previously found wiper blade refills (24") for my 2005 Journey at CarQuest, but they now advise that they no longer can get refills.  Further searches at NAPA, Auto Zone, etc. led me to conclude that refills were just not available.  I then noticed that the original equipment entire wiper was...

I, too, had a glue failure on my 2005 Journey (new in June 2006).  I was heading home to Portland and several hours North of Las Vegas I heard a funny noise.  Pulled over as soon as I could and found the lower rear panel (below the engine access) dragging on the ground, barely still attached on...

Another example:  I am scheduled next Tuesday to get my 39' motorhome washed and waxed for $8.00 per foot (39 x 8 = $312).  Where:  Oasis RV Resort - Las Vegas;  By whom:  Red Rock RV Detailing;  Prior Experience:  this will be the fifth (5th) year in a row to have this done in April and they...

I recently sent my Pressure Pro monitor and sensors back to the company because of some false readings.  They gladly "reprogrammed" the unit and sent it back (I have not reinstalled it yet).  Accompanying the returned unit were these instructions, which may be of interest to some: "WARNING: ...