Well, how's this - I just do it as a doc and anyone who wants to participate
can. I can email it out to anyone who wants it. I will be around here for
the next 6 weeks or so and after that I should be email accessible at least
once a week. Or I could turn it over to someone else then.

I think it would work as an anecodtal thing. Example:

Florida - Sarasota
BugNutz
941-371-7663

April 2000
Steve has given the EVC ('97) a 60,000 mile tune-up and took care of
installing tires, shocks, new lighter assembly, misc other little tweaks and
tricks. He is just learning how to work on the EVC's, but has worked on
VW's, including my Westy for years. He's busy, so sometimes it's difficult
to get in, but he's very honest and reasonable to deal with. If you have an
emergency I have no doubt that he'll work with you.
soreal@...

Florida - Sarasota
Southpointe Motors, the local VW dealer does not work on Campers. I assume
that they work on Eurovans, since they occasionally sell them.
soreal@...

Florida - Tampa
Reeves Imports
(813) 933-2811

June 1999
Excellent. Work on the Winnebago parts, too.
soreal@...

Colorado - Fort Collins
Ed Carroll

June 1998
I have no idea what kind of work they do if you can actually get in, but
they were the most unaccomodating VW dealer that I've ever encountered. They
totally blew me off when I tried to get the EVC in for an oil change, even
when I gave them a 5 day window. They knew that I was just passing through,
too. Go to The Tire Shoppe instead.
soreal@...

And if anyone has a better idea, I'm not attached to this format.

Send contributions/questions/comments to me at mechanics@...

Joan

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To: ev_update@...

Sent: Tuesday, May 02, 2000 6:48 AM

Subject: AW: [ev_update] Re: transformers - Does anyone have a readable manuel to look it up in?

?

Thank you for the good information. I think, after reading your message and the others before, that going with a new 1000W transformer is the best bet. My frustration comes from not having a manual to read through. The larger Eurovan manual put out by Winnebago says very little.

?

I think its time to buy a better manual.

?

SO, where in Germany are you hanging out?

?

Servus, (that should give a you a clue about my general whereabouts)

?

Caroline (with a rolling ‘r’)

?

John, what do they do when they purge a propane tank,
does that mean they fill it to the 80% level, empty
the tank and fill it again, three times?

Thanks for your help.

--- John Waterman <jwwaterman@...> wrote:

Mary,
For the first time, go to a real propane dealer.
Ask that they purge your
tank 3 or four times before filling. It will save
you a lot of time later.
John

Mary Schilpp wrote:

I am ready to fill up my new 99 EVC w/ propane,

and check it all out,

but I don't know if I need to go to a special RV

propane filling

station, or can I go to a place that fills BBQ

grills? Thanks for your

help to this somewhat silly question- Mary

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----- Original Message -----

From: Caroline Bogel

To: ev_update@...

Sent: Tuesday, May 02, 2000 6:48 AM

Subject: AW: [ev_update] Re: transformers - Does anyone have a readable manuel to look it up in?

Thank you for the good information. I think, after reading your message and the others before, that going with a new 1000W transformer is the best bet. My frustration comes from not having a manual to read through. The larger Eurovan manual put out by Winnebago says very little.

?

I think its time to buy a better manual.

?

SO, where in Germany are you hanging out?

?

Servus, (that should give a you a clue about my general whereabouts)

?

Caroline (with a rolling ‘r’)

?

-----Ursprüngliche Nachricht-----
Von: Steven Wertheim [mailto:wertheim@...]
Gesendet: May 01, 2000 19:56
An: ev_update@...
Betreff: Re: [ev_update] Re: transformers - Does anyone have a readable manuel to look it up in?

?

1.? Large vs small transformer:? I second the notion that you would be wise
to err on the side of a too large transformer than a too small one.? I
personally don't want to be worrying all the time about exceeding the
capacity of the transformer and having a meltdown.? If you decide to add up
all of the power drain from the various things you're going to use in the
camper you should figure in a bit extra for overhead that you might not be
aware of.? Does the charging circuitry use power?? What is the draw from the
furnace when it is operating (including the fan and other electrical items
in the furnace)?? Also, I don't think it's a good idea to use a 300 watt
transformer to run 300 watts of power drain.? I think the transformers put
out less than they are rated for.? (I think that's the .6 that was mentioned
below.)

2.? New vs. used transformer:? I have a '99 EVC and I live in Germany.? I
bought a used 750 watt transformer from the thrift shop and on the second
outing last year it started to make a loud noise.? I stopped using it
immediately.? I've decided to invest in a new one.? My thinking goes like
this- I just spent $35,000 on this wonderful camper with all of it's
intricate electrical charging circuitry.? Why am I quibbling over $100 to
insure that I don't cause an electrical problem.? I think that if I
inadvertantly mess up the electric system in the van, I'll have to pay the
local Winnebago people alot more than $100 to fix it.? On the other hand,
perhaps you can find a transformer in like-new condition from someone you
trust.

So my opinion is not to skimp on a relatively inexpensive item that you'll
be using pretty regularly, whenever you plug in at a campground.

Steve
'99 EVC (in Germany)

----- Original Message -----
From: Paul Rousseau
To:
Sent: Monday, May 01, 2000 7:09 PM
Subject: [ev_update] Re: transformers - Does anyone have a readable manuel
to look it up in?


> Caroline,
>
> I think what you really need to know is your power budget.? A 300W
> transformer is as good as 1000W, if you power budget stays under
> 300W.? However above 300W, it becomes unusable, whereas the 1000W
> will work albeit at more cost and weight/space.? What will you be
> plugging into to this power source?? Most applliances have a little
> sticker or info panel stating how much power or current(~X120 for
> power).? Add up everything you might have running simultaneously and
> that will be your total power budget.? FOr example a space heater is
> typically 1000-1500Watts, a microwave ~500-1000W, a lightbulb 60-
> 100W, etc...Hope this makes sense
>
> Paul EV 93 Wk
>
> > There is a significant price difference between the 300W
> transformers and
> > 1000W. I'd like to be able to go with the lowest W possible.
> >
> > I would be able to look it up in my manuel but that is destroyed by
> water.
> > Still need to get that.
> >
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Caroline
> >
> > -----Ursprüngliche Nachricht-----
> > Von: Jerry Carter [mailto:sanae@m...]
> > Gesendet: April 30, 2000 4:33
> > An: ev_update@...
> > Betreff: Re: AW: [ev_update] second question - transformers
> >
> > 2 cents here,
> >
> > Having lived over in England (while in the AF) a few years ago, I
> > found the weight difference between the different converters to be
> > minor.? The smallest one is still very heavy, the higher capacity
> > converters are about the same weight.
> >
> > That being the case, buy the highest capacity model you can
> > find/afford.? When you don't use it on the trip you can use it at
> > home.
> >
> > Jerry
> >
> > --- In ev_update@..., "Caroline Bogel" wrote:
> > >
> > > Hi Rick,
> > >
> > > Thanks for the answer.
> > >
> > > Yes, I understand that I need to convert from 220 to 110 Volts,
> but
> > the
> > > transformers come in different Watts. So, I need to buy one that
> > converts
> > > the correct amount of Watts into 110 Volts.(I hope that makes
> > sense
> > to me!!)
> > >
> > > On a side note, with the move over here I have had to make choices
> > about
> > > which electrical appliances to keep and buy transformers for and
> > which to
> > > sell and buy German models. With the dollar at peak performance
> its
> > been
> > > easier to buy German models. Obiviuosly that's not the case
> > with the
> > > Eurovan. My parents shipped it over for me in exchange for my
> Chevy
> > Blazer.
> > > Since I want to travel its perfect for me. I am a no-frills
> > traveler.
> > >
> > > The second hand store on base sells transformers for 750 and 1000
> > Watts, I
> > > think if they are cheap and work that will be my best bet.
> > >
> > > Thanks again,
> > >
> > > Caroline
> > >
> > > -----Ursprüngliche Nachricht-----
> > > Von: Rick Gordon [mailto:rickgo@h...]
> > > Gesendet: April 28, 2000 9:11
> > > An: ev_update@...
> > > Betreff: Re: [ev_update] second question - transformers
> > >
> > > Look at what the rear panel is rated for (in Amps) then convert to
> > Watts,
> > > using W =VA. (actually there may be a 0.6 factor there as well to
> > properly
> > > convert VAC, maybe someone can help out here.?)
> > >
> > > Presumably you understand that the transformer converts Voltage,
> > and you're
> > > just looking for one rated to the
> > > amount of power you're going to run through it?
> > > My Van was shipped over from the states to Germany I will need to
> > buy a
> > > transformer to be able to supply power to the van on longer trips.
> > I have
> > > been having a bear of a time figuring out the size (watts)
> > transformer I
> > > need to buy. The Px sells them in 50,300,750 and 1000.
> > >
> >?? _____
> >
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> >
> >?? _____
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Henry,
was the loose ground at the fuse panel in the rear? we have this
occasionally too.
thanks
Bill
95evc

-----Original Message-----
From: Henry Julian [mailto:hejulian@...]
Sent: Tuesday, May 02, 2000 4:50 AM
To: ev_update@...
Subject: Re: [ev_update] LP gas alarm-beep-beep-beep


We had a similar problem with the LP alarm - at the same time, things
started going haywire with the camper electrical system, come to find out,
there was a loose ground wire in the rear panel -

I will never understand why VW chose such a crappy company (Winnebago) to
outfit such a nicely crafted vehicle


-----Original Message-----
From: lynnpressnall@... <lynnpressnall@...>
To: ev_update@... <ev_update@...>
Date: Monday, May 01, 2000 10:11 PM
Subject: [ev_update] LP gas alarm-beep-beep-beep

My LP alarm keeps beeping and beeping. When I reset the alarm it goes off
again after less that a minute. My coach battery is fully charged, I can
detect no LP gas leak, the LP is turned off, I've lit the stove to burn

all LP in the lines.

Any ideas? Sure couldn't sleep in it now with all that beeping.

Thanks for your help
Lynn Pressnall
'95 EVC (perfect up till now!)

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Anyone know of a source other than VW of A for replacement

pneumatic shocks? (If they were Bilsteins they would still work!)

longer hold the lid over the sink/stove in an up right position

are working, they too will fail in time ... so beware ...

Camper World only has the longer ones. Any help would be

Thanks.

Barbara -
What? You're selling "The Pickle"? What do the kids have to

this?
Bill

There is a significant price difference between the 300W

1000W. I'd like to be able to go with the lowest W possible.

I would be able to look it up in my manuel but that is destroyed by

Still need to get that.


Thanks,

Caroline

-----Ursprngliche Nachricht-----
Von: Jerry Carter [mailto:sanae@m...]
Gesendet: April 30, 2000 4:33
An: ev_update@...
Betreff: Re: AW: [ev_update] second question - transformers

2 cents here,

Having lived over in England (while in the AF) a few years ago, I
found the weight difference between the different converters to be
minor. The smallest one is still very heavy, the higher capacity
converters are about the same weight.

That being the case, buy the highest capacity model you can
find/afford. When you don't use it on the trip you can use it at
home.

Jerry

--- In ev_update@..., "Caroline Bogel" <bogel@b...> wrote:

<?fontfamily><?param Arial>
Hi Rick,

Thanks for the answer

Yes, I understand that I need to convert from 220 to 110 Volts,

the

transformers come in different Watts. So, I need to buy one that

converts

the correct amount of Watts into 110 Volts(I hope that makes

sense
to me!!)

On a side note, with the move over here I have had to make choices

about

which electrical appliances to keep and buy transformers for and

which to

sell and buy German models. With the dollar at peak performance

been

easier to buy German models. Obiviuosly that's not the case

with the

Eurovan. My parents shipped it over for me in exchange for my

Blazer.

Since I want to travel its perfect for me I am a no-frills

traveler.

The second hand store on base sells transformers for 750 and 1000

Watts, I

think if they are cheap and work that will be my best bet.

Thanks again,

Caroline

-----Ursprngliche Nachricht-----
Von: Rick Gordon [mailto:rickgo@h...]
Gesendet: April 28, 2000 9:11
An: ev_update@...
Betreff: Re: [ev_update] second question - transformers

Look at what the rear panel is rated for (in Amps) then convert to

Watts,

using W =VA. (actually there may be a 0.6 factor there as well to

properly

convert VAC, maybe someone can help out here.?)

Presumably you understand that the transformer converts Voltage,

and you're

just looking for one rated to the
amount of power you're going to run through it?
My Van was shipped over from the states to Germany I will need to

buy a

transformer to be able to supply power to the van on longer trips.

I have

been having a bear of a time figuring out the size (watts)

transformer I

need to buy. The Px sells them in 50,300,750 and 1000.
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USA seats are made by Winnebago. The Canada ones may be VW or

Under the seat, it looks like the slot for that springed pin is
ground
off only on one side (toward anticlockwise) and only about 3/16"

SO

unless there is a safety issue, 360-degree nirvana may await if we
grind off that same amount on the other side. Anybody do this?
Anybody not have to and still swivel 360 degrees? Or have I

something.

The bench grinder seems reasonable, but we are still under

warranty,

so I'm torn. Why would one defeat this in the US and not in

Canada?

Influencial lobbyists perhaps? But which lobbyists . . .?

Ray
2000EVC

In a message dated 4/30/2000 5:27:48 AM Mountain Daylight Time,
westenburg@c... writes:

<< I got mine from MobilityRV. They are called gas springs.
is their web site; you order by

number is on the web site. Service was excellent. They seem to be
able to get anything that is available as a replacement part for

Winnebago part of the
EVC. I only replaced one; the new ones are pretty powerful; kept

second one as a spare.
Marve
'95 EVC >>


Marve, what did they cost? Thanks.....

First, I have to introduce myself.
My name Is Javier Burgoa and Im from Bilbao in the
north of Spain.
Im the proud owner of a 99 TDI california coach
(westfalia).
Yesterday coming back home from easter vacations
with the van just parked at
the garage, I opened the hatch door to take our
luggage.
1 minute or so after opening the hatch, the glass
broke itself suddenly.

Is this "normal"?

Thank you

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Hello All, I have just purchased a 99 EV Winnebago
from a dealer. The
manual shows a plastic cover over the Propane
controls. There is none
on mine, and I would like to know if this is a
standard part or an
option on the 99s. It seems like an important item
and before going
back to the dealer tomorrow, I would like to have
the facts.
Thanks in advance, and I hope to contribute to the
list in the future
myself.
Frazev@...

You might want to try hanging a tennis ball from the ceiling instead. Just
attach a string to a tennis ball and hang it from the ceiling so it just
makes contact with the EVC windshield when the camper is positioned exactly
where you want it in the garage. Its cheaper than a wheel stop and doesn't
create a toe stubber or tripping obstacle on the garage floor when the
camper is out of the garage.