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08-13-2008, 03:31 PM
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Winnebago Watcher
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Where ever the road takes us
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My wife and I are proud new owners of our first motorhome. We purchased a very clean 2003 Sightseer 27C.
Has anyone added a 110 electrical outlet in a basement compartment ?? I am pretty good with electrical, just looking for some tips.
Also the Arizona sun has faded the black latches on the basement compartments, any tips to rejuvenating the black ??
Thanks in advance.....
Mike
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08-13-2008, 03:31 PM
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Winnebago Watcher
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Where ever the road takes us
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My wife and I are proud new owners of our first motorhome. We purchased a very clean 2003 Sightseer 27C.
Has anyone added a 110 electrical outlet in a basement compartment ?? I am pretty good with electrical, just looking for some tips.
Also the Arizona sun has faded the black latches on the basement compartments, any tips to rejuvenating the black ??
Thanks in advance.....
Mike
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08-13-2008, 04:44 PM
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Winnebago Master
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Weyauwega, WI US
Posts: 1,486
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dynamike;
Welcome to the forum and the Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum. I believe you have found the friendliest site on the Internet. Post often and don't be afraid to ask questions. We have a great group of owners here who are always willing to answer questions. If you would like some Winnebago Karma please ask. I am going to try to add a link to the New Members Forum.
Don
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08-13-2008, 04:48 PM
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Winnebago Master
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Back at the ranch
Posts: 2,041
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Hey Mike - welcome to the forum! 
My electrical tip is to use 'Anchor' brand marine stranded wiring and secure your wire run to avoid any possibility of chafe/flexing. Where the wire passes through a bulkhead, use a wire loom (plastic sleeve) over the cable.
If you can remove the latches, take them to a place that can powder coat them.
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2005 Horizon 40AD, 2005 Jeep Liberty CRD
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08-14-2008, 01:11 AM
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Winnebago Owner
Join Date: Mar 2000
Location: Chattanooga, Tn.
Posts: 100
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Mike, welcome to our website and forum. I am sure you will enjoy both. Congratulations on your Sightseer motorhome. You have come to the right place for fun and great information. We look forward to reading of the adventures you have and hope you will be an active participant on the forums. Good luck and take care.
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Amy, Dr. Assistant - Roxie & Mei Ling, four legs each
2000 Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser 450 hp & 1330# torque
06 Saturn Vue, 06 Chevy Z71 4x4 & 2014 Corvette Z51 M7
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08-14-2008, 02:21 AM
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Winnebago Master
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Seaford, VA
Posts: 1,046
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There is a product on the market called "back to black". I think Mother's makes it . Available at most national Auto Stores. Works on my mirrors and some trim. Just might work on the latches, be sure to oil and grease them also. Good Luck and Safe Miles
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06, 34 Newmar Ventana
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08-14-2008, 04:22 AM
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Winnebago Master
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: North East Indiana
Posts: 762
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Try using tire cleaner on your latches, it will turn them jet black. You will have to do it a couple of times a year.
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08-14-2008, 05:14 AM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Mar 2008
Posts: 7
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Hi,
Congratulations!!! We have a Sightseer too! I hope you have many happy times, and build great memories in your new motorhome!!
I love this forum, and have learned so much from it.
See you on down the road!!!
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08-14-2008, 06:44 AM
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Winnebago Master
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: Palisade CO
Posts: 895
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by dynamike:
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Has anyone added a 110 electrical outlet in a basement compartment ?? I am pretty good with electrical, just looking for some tips.
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Mike </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
I added a GFI outlet with an outdoor cover in my storage bay so I could plug in a small 1500 watt electric heater. Since the power cord is connected in a junction box in that bay it was easy to do.
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