bibs Posted June 30, 2021 Report Share Posted June 30, 2021 Hi, I have a 2003 Winnebago Adventurer 38G. It's on the Workhorse chassis. When I go to the parts store to buy virtually anything (oil filter, battery, etc.) they want to know if the vehicle is a 1500, 2500, 3500 etc. What do I tell them for my model of RV to make sure I get the correct parts? It's been a bit hit and miss. For example, I got the correct battery, but I didn't get the correct oil filter in the last 2 weeks. My engine is an 8.1 liter vortec. Thanks, Robert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWharton Posted June 30, 2021 Report Share Posted June 30, 2021 Shouldn't they be able to put the serial number into the computer and get that info?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted June 30, 2021 Report Share Posted June 30, 2021 Both NAPA Auto Parts and Advance Auto Parts say online that they carry parts for Workhorse chassis. Quote Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat & Pete Posted June 30, 2021 Report Share Posted June 30, 2021 I would think any 8.1 Vortec would take the same filter . I usually see what's being replaced and cross reference to a brand I trust . Or just Google what you want . Quote Goes around , comes around . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lappir Posted June 30, 2021 Report Share Posted June 30, 2021 From the looks of the photos I found on Googling the make and model you have at least a 3500 since it's a dual wheel rear end. As far as the motor, they are almost all the same no matter what they occupy. Rod Quote White 2000/2010Volvo VNL 770 with 7' Drom box with opposing doors, JOST slider hitch. 600 HP Cummins Signature 18 Speed three pedal auto shift. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross retired to a sticks and bricks garage. Brought out of storage the summer of 2022 2022 Jeep Wrangler Sport S Two door hard top. 2007 Honda GL 1800 2013 Space Craft Mfg S420 Custom built Toyhauler The Gold Volvo is still running and being emptied in July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star Dreamer Posted July 4, 2021 Report Share Posted July 4, 2021 Also try to get the number off the part you are trying to replace as they can just look it up by part number or cross reference chart if they are a good parts person. Problem is now most just want to enter it into the computer. I recently went to get spark plugs for my smart car and one of the questions they asked was does it have an electric motor, LOL. If had an electric motor, I wouldn't need spark plugs! Quote 2005 Freightliner Century S/T, Singled, Air ride ET Jr. hitch 2019 46'+ Dune Sport Man Cave custom 5th wheel toy hauler Owner of the 1978 Custom Van "Star Dreamer" which might be seen at a local car show near you! Check out http://www.hhrvresource.com/ for much more info on HDT's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missbtherv Posted July 19, 2021 Report Share Posted July 19, 2021 I'm in the same boat. A lot of parts (i.e. cab a/c blower motor) do not have any useable info. One thing that would help is knowing what workhorse chassis this rv is built on. Any idea how to figure that out? Then we could possibly get parts going the workhorse route. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted July 20, 2021 Report Share Posted July 20, 2021 9 hours ago, Missbtherv said: One thing that would help is knowing what workhorse chassis this rv is built on. Welcome to the Escapees forums! The VIN number should identify exactly what chassis you have. Quote Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrknrvr Posted July 22, 2021 Report Share Posted July 22, 2021 I was working on a Chevy 30 series and needed info. I stumbled into this site. Really helpful with some searching. 73-87ChevyTrucks.com be safe , Vern Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray,IN Posted July 23, 2021 Report Share Posted July 23, 2021 Here are 50 oil filters to fit a Chevy 8.1. Some are tall some are short, some in between, depending on vehicle configuration in engine compartment area. Thus they need to know vehicle model and year to sell the correct part. Make a list of commonly used part names and ID numbers as you remove them. Use list to buy new parts. Virtually every auto parts store has a computerized cross-reference list for different mfgrs. Quote 2000 Winnebago Ultimate Freedom USQ40JD, ISC 8.3 Cummins 350, Spartan MM Chassis. USA IN 1SG retired;Good Sam Life member,FMCA ." And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country. John F. Kennedy 20 Jan 1961 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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