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Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-08-2021, 10:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,940
Posted By CGAZ Paul
I have owned a 1999 Rialta HD (best kitchen)...

I have owned a 1999 Rialta HD (best kitchen) since 2010. Bought it used. I had some issues but nothing major just some aging electronic components. I live in Arizona and unfortunately the VW...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-14-2020, 12:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,598
Posted By CGAZ Paul
Thetford Toilet Seal

Hi Glenn,
Also an AZ resident here. The heat can play havoc with these toilets. As for the "gasket", unless someone else could possibly have replaced parts on this toilet, that #32 gasket should...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 04-26-2020, 05:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,638
Posted By CGAZ Paul
Hi! I'm very familiar with this situation. I too...

Hi! I'm very familiar with this situation. I too had the same problem. Cleared all pipes, strainer basket, etc. (btw: That filter needs to be cleaned about every 12 showers) You will notice the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-29-2019, 04:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,058
Posted By CGAZ Paul
Hi and welcome! The Group 75 Deep cycle is...

Hi and welcome! The Group 75 Deep cycle is correct. I am in the hot desert climate of Arizona. I can expect 2-4 years max on these. In "normal" climates you should get a few more years in...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-01-2019, 01:23 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 29,925
Posted By CGAZ Paul
Hi! Responding to your original post. I looked...

Hi! Responding to your original post. I looked at that Pleasureway and was very impressed. It does all the wonderful things my 1999 Rialta HD does only newer, and better. If you want the...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 07-01-2019, 01:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,159
Posted By CGAZ Paul
I have a 1999 Rialta HD. Don't have that Torque...

I have a 1999 Rialta HD. Don't have that Torque Pro. I do have some tips JUST IN CASE IT HELPS ANYONE. When driving around stop and go traffic, leave the Selector in 3 and not Overdrive. When...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-02-2019, 04:54 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 42,188
Posted By CGAZ Paul
Generator oil drip solved

I can't believe it! First of all, I must admit a bit of neglect to my 3kw Generac. I put off changing the oil, filter, and plug for too many years. Yes! Years! I did change the Fuel Filter at...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 06-02-2019, 04:41 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 42,188
Posted By CGAZ Paul
Hi all! I noticed that nobody mentioned Generac...

Hi all!
I noticed that nobody mentioned Generac (unless I missed it). I have a '99 Generac 3kw mounted in a '99 Rialta. I used to have a 4kw Onan. I like the way Generac (and some others) operate...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-30-2019, 04:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,741
Posted By CGAZ Paul
Generator trouble

If this unit is still under warranty I would try to get it replaced entirely. They could try to hunt down this trouble forever. Seems like a defect that could be any component. The factory could...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-01-2017, 05:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,799
Posted By CGAZ Paul
I live in the Arizona desert. Temps from July...

I live in the Arizona desert. Temps from July thru Sept are usually 106F to 113F on a regular basis, with overnights just below 100. During this time it is not the famous "dry heat" they talk...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 10-01-2017, 04:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,208
Posted By CGAZ Paul
I think you will be very happy with the FD...

I think you will be very happy with the FD Rialta. You may want to try the rig first before taking the cabinets out. Being that storage is at such a minimum they may be more desirable than the...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 09-20-2017, 04:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,894
Posted By CGAZ Paul
Thanks! You may have good luck on eBay or the RV...

Thanks! You may have good luck on eBay or the RV Trader. I found mine in Florida but live in Arizona. Worth the flight. Probably not too many near Connecticut. I actually packed my luggage with...
Forum: Trading Post | Classifieds 09-20-2017, 03:50 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,642
Posted By CGAZ Paul
This unit is still available! After more...

This unit is still available! After more "learning" I am pretty sure the new Thermocouple I installed may have been defective, as in the gas charge may have failed.
Let me know via the email I...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 09-20-2017, 03:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,894
Posted By CGAZ Paul
Hi Olive Cat! This may be late as you were...

Hi Olive Cat! This may be late as you were looking in Feb. For general info, the Rialta is a superb unit! I have had 3 other RV's and this unit is the sturdiest and quietest. If you notice on...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 09-20-2017, 03:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,208
Posted By CGAZ Paul
I will offer my input regarding the choice of a...

I will offer my input regarding the choice of a Rialta. Made from 1995 to 2005. Try to go 1997 or newer as the first year or two had the 5 cylinder VW. The ride, quality, and versatility are...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 09-20-2017, 03:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,991
Posted By CGAZ Paul
It would be best and the least stress to have it...

It would be best and the least stress to have it flat bed towed professionally. This way you can assure everything is in order and learn the unit as you go. It would probably be fine to drive it...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-20-2017, 03:04 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,833
Posted By CGAZ Paul
There should be a junction box on the left side...

There should be a junction box on the left side of the generator. You would see a corrugated metal conduit. Disconnect there and remove the ground wire. Best to remove the muffler and exhaust pipe...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 09-12-2017, 05:31 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,110
Posted By CGAZ Paul
This reply may be late in the game but here it...

This reply may be late in the game but here it is. All of the fresh water plumbing is basically inside the unit. The holding tanks are exposed. Most important would be to either turn the...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 09-12-2017, 05:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,270
Posted By CGAZ Paul
Update on window leak. I found original...

Update on window leak. I found original horizontal seals at an RV salvage yard. Helped a lot - kept rain out and made it much quieter -HOWEVER- my most recent outing encountered very heavy rain. ...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 12-09-2016, 10:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,383
Posted By CGAZ Paul
I wrote about this before. The manual recommends...

I wrote about this before. The manual recommends the Premium octane. I very carefully documented my mpg with both scenarios (Low vs. High octane). The high octane gave the unit more...
Forum: Winnebago Rialta and LeSharo 12-09-2016, 10:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,270
Posted By CGAZ Paul
I just had rain leak into my rear side window on...

I just had rain leak into my rear side window on my '99 Rialta HD. They had not sagged and the seal-to-the-body looked fine. BUT! I did notice the horizontal vinyl seal between the top fixed pane...
Forum: Trading Post | Classifieds 12-09-2016, 09:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,928
Posted By CGAZ Paul
After exhaustive research with no finds I have a...

After exhaustive research with no finds I have a solution. I found an RV Salvage yard in Phoenix, AZ. It is one of the larger ones in the country. I will find similar windows, buy them, and...
Forum: Trading Post | Classifieds 12-08-2016, 06:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,642
Posted By CGAZ Paul
Norcold fridge for sale from Rialta HD

I have a clean and good Norcold Np-30g 3-way fridge for sale. I removed it from my 1999 Rialta HD. After many attempts to fix - including replacement of nearly every component as an easy way of...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-08-2016, 06:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,604
Posted By CGAZ Paul
Rialta Motoraid important tip.

I have a 1999 Rialta HD. About 2 years ago I replaced the Atwood marine water heater with an exact replacement. Not easy to install but ended well. I made a discovery as to the use of this which...
Forum: Trading Post | Classifieds 12-08-2016, 06:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,928
Posted By CGAZ Paul
Need Rialta Louvered Window Seal

I have a 1999 Rialta HD. The two rear side windows are louvered. Mine have three panes of glass (approx. 8"x36"). The top one is stationary while the lower two crank out. The gasket between the...
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