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Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 07-18-2010, 01:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,021
Posted By D0N
hot water heater

Flushing
FLUSHING YOUR WATER HEATER TO REMOVE THE ROTTEN EGG ODOR


Hydrogen sulfide can result when the protective cladding on the interior of the tank is doing its’ job by preventing...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 07-15-2010, 08:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,544
Posted By D0N
raise chassis

I'm told you can crank up the torsion bars in the front to raise just the front. Check into that.



New shocks might help too. You can buy 4 new monroes for under $200.



Also if you have...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 07-15-2010, 08:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,911
Posted By D0N
tucson time is rialta time - to get out of this heat

Vermont is nice!



Enjoy your rialta.



:D
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 07-15-2010, 08:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,969
Posted By D0N
Need tire advice.

My rialta has the stock size tires on it. The rear tires are 1.5 inches taller than the front tires!



This makes the RV permanently unlevel... especially, when I pump up the rear air bags!

...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 07-15-2010, 08:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,474
Posted By D0N
Door seal on coach needs replacing - where can I find replacement seal?

You can get this seal from winnebago. They sell it by the foot for about $4 a foot. They'll tell you that you need 15 feet as I remember but you only need around 12 feet.



Measure both sides...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 06-20-2010, 12:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,837
Posted By D0N
HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAM TROUBLE - ALL LIGHTS GO OUT

you'll have better luck asking over here... https://autos.groups.yahoo.com/.....alta-Tech/ (https://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Rialta-Tech/)
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 06-18-2010, 03:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,065
Posted By D0N
Just bought a 1996

https://www.winnebagoind.com/pr.....Rialta.pdf (https://www.winnebagoind.com/products/previous-models/1996/pdfs/rialta/1996Rialta.pdf)



heres the brochure for the 96
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 06-18-2010, 03:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,065
Posted By D0N
Just bought a 1996

https://www.winnebagoind.com/pr.....Rialta.pdf (https://www.winnebagoind.com/products/previous-models/1996/pdfs/rialta/1996Rialta.pdf)



heres the brochure for the 96
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 06-18-2010, 03:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,065
Posted By D0N
Just bought a 1996

congrats. I have a 1996 too. They're great!



How many miles on your and is it the RD model?
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 06-17-2010, 12:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,191
Posted By D0N
BUYING 2005 RIALTA

congrats on the potential purchase. It's rare that you find a rialta that is handicapped ready. On a 2005 with such low mileage, there should be nothing to "look for" before buying. It should be...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 06-17-2010, 12:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,962
Posted By D0N
Looking

The problem with finding mechanics to work on the rialta is that the RV is difficult to get on a lift and up in the air. You really need a mechanic or shop who has a drive on type lift.



The HD...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 06-17-2010, 12:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,187
Posted By D0N
Rialta specs, mods, and total information

congrats on the new rialta! And baldys site is great!
Forum: Trading Post | Classifieds 06-03-2010, 10:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,337
Posted By D0N
Time to say GOODBYE ?

mileage, pics, options?
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 06-03-2010, 10:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,322
Posted By D0N
forum oddities

There are still MAJOR problems with the sites format. Look at this thread or any other for that matter…



https://www.rialtaclub.com/foru.....alta/#p114...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 06-03-2010, 10:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,661
Posted By D0N
My 2005 Rialta

I forgot to mention that the later continental tires are fine. It was the tires on the early rialtas (95 and 96 models) that had a safety recall on the continental tires. The issue was fixed long...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 06-03-2010, 10:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,661
Posted By D0N
My 2005 Rialta

https://www.classbforum.com/attachments/photobucket/img_39672_0_267aca620ec888d50d50345846ce5e57.jpg


Polished aluminum carrier made by UWS (united welding service). It's 51L x 23W x 6D. This...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 06-03-2010, 10:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,004
Posted By D0N
Howdy y'all! South Texas 2002 owners

Welcome! The 2002 has the bigger 201 horsepower V6 right?


What MPG are you getting with it?
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 05-27-2010, 12:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,249
Posted By D0N
Awning

My rialta doesn't have an awning and I really want one. Not only will it make your rialta nicer to own and use... it'll make it worth more should you ever sell it.



What brand, size and model...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 05-20-2010, 04:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,414
Posted By D0N
Cleaning chemicals to use on outside of Rialta

Mary you are 100% correct... the exterior is aluminum. I was certain that it was fliberglass.



Oh well... I can assure you that the 3M stuff works wonders on the aluminum too. :D



Good...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 05-20-2010, 11:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,036
Posted By D0N
Shore power & coach battery question

Does the AC to DC converter / battery charger continually charge the batteries whenever the RV is connected to shore power?



I'm concerned that being plugged in to shore power for extendend...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 05-19-2010, 03:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,414
Posted By D0N
Cleaning chemicals to use on outside of Rialta

mine is a 96. I am sure the sides on mine are not made of metal. Possibly the later rialtas were? I'm not sure.



The 3M stuff works great on fiberglass. I didn't try it on the metal in the...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 05-19-2010, 03:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,069
Posted By D0N
Does the coach door have a dome light switch on it?

Hi folks... my dome light is acting up. When its switch is placed in "door" mode, it comes on when either front door is open and goes off when they close. However, after all doors are closed, the...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 05-18-2010, 02:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,091
Posted By D0N
Is your generator loud?

My rialta did not come with a generator. It was ordered new without one. I use a small portable Honda EX1000. It charges the coach batteries & powers everything in the camper (except the roof AC). My...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 05-18-2010, 01:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,238
Posted By D0N
Has anyone installed a 2" receiver on the FRONT of a Rialta?

I have a 2" rear hitch receiver on the rear that I expect to use with my carrier rack or possibly to tow a small trailer.



I would love to add a 2" hitch receiver in the FRONT to attach a...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 05-18-2010, 01:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,416
Posted By D0N
Prospective Rialta Buyer curious about Mechanical Concerns?

The tranny on the 1997 and newer models (with the V8 engine) is known to run very hot. Many owners add a "Scangauge" to monitor the temperature and a tranny cooler to help cool the fluid. Towing a...
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