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RE: Chinese Motorhomes
Another Chinese quality product forthcoming? Let's see now, we have the drywall - that is definitely lasting...not to mention the damanges! I keep hearing about Kipor, they work good for awhile...then the lasting affect...breakdown and unavailability of parts and repair centers! Let's stay american. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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07/27/10 04:44pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Onan Generator cuts off...
Onan does have a low oil cut-off, along with a gas cut-off. Something tells me you need to have at least a quarter tank of gas to have it running. Also, as a maintenance item, I would throw in a can of Sea Foam Gass Additive (available WalMart, auto parts stores) when you have no more than about a half tank of gas; let it sit for a couple of hours to move around the gas; start it and let it run. This will clean the Onan carb up from and laquer, and clean your fuel system at the same time. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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07/25/10 12:26am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Roadmaster Active Suspension
I have them on mine and really like the result. None of these systems is a cure-all for everything. For me, Bilstein Shocks were a great investment. Get the load distrubted correctly....goes a long ways in helping elminate problems. With RAS, once they are put on properly, you can adjust the tension. Matter of fact, I put it on my K2500, for I run that thing off road and anywhere a truck could go. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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07/21/10 12:49pm |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Ramblin' Ralph Gets Stuck!
Your very fortunate that those folks came along.....and helped. We don't always find people helping other people these days. Since they wouldn't take compensation, I'd have a shovel onboard, just in case, and just waiting for a chance to pay the favor forward to someone else. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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07/16/10 06:42am |
Truck Campers
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RE: How long can a Dometic refrigerator run on a steep incline?
My vote goes to leaving it off and leveling;; it is a win-win for you.
A half hour off will not severely affect the temp, provided you don't open it. I thought I read somewhere about Dometic fridges, that if you can "comfortably" sleep in it, then it is level enough. From the sounds of things you might help yourself in turning it off....you know Murphy - he's always lurking about. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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07/16/10 06:23am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Moved up to a Class C
Congrats, know your going to enjoy having that new C. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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07/13/10 12:50pm |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Road side service ripoff, or typical response?
I wonder how many times prior to this incident that he had thought about ERS and said "I've saved XXXdollars this year, probably will save it again next......my coach is running superbly. Safe travels - and have a backup plan!!
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retired4fun2002
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07/10/10 09:46am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Sears not honoring Monroe shocks warranty for wearout
You said about taking it up the chain.....I have the attitude that you don't have the right to screw me. I returned a drill to Sears which I purchased with a check. Knowing they have this ten day thing, I purposely waited. When I went back (Xmas time) the Dept Manager said "yes sir" and they give me a credit card thing that was only good in Sears. When I explained that I paid in cash (check being a delayed form of cash) and I wanted the same back; he said they do not do that. I said you better get somebody else down here to handle this situation (oh yeah, I was loud and getting obnoxious). The Asst Manager came - and he tried that "policy" but I just got a little louder and of course I had a crowd looking on. I said in a very loud voice that I paid with cash and expected cash and not some damned card that says I have spend my funds in Sears. They seen this was a "no win" and gave me the cash. Sears used to be a great place to shop, but like a lot of things, times change and so do stores. For me, there are other stores out there who offer equivalent deals, and some better, and I don't have aggravation with. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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06/28/10 12:31pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Pressure washer question?
Honda, Karcher, both excellent choices. I've read reviews (mostly con)concerning Campbell Hausfeld on Amazon. We have a Karcher electric of about 4yrs and it has done a superb job. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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06/24/10 05:45pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Pressure washer question?
Honda, Karcher, both excellent choices. I've read reviews (mostly con)concerning Campbell Hausfeld on Amazon. We have a Karcher electric of about 4yrs and it has done a superb job. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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06/24/10 05:44pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: insurance cost for Roadtrek
NY - You wondered if it is insured as a car as to an RV, if it will affect the cost....they're two vastly different vehicles. I have mine covered as an RV and the other vehicles in their class. As to cost, there are a lot of variable today, i.e, the coverage desired, deductable, etc. I figure I pay about $600 for the RT and about $450 on my car. Talk to your Agent about "what if" as relates to the RT - Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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06/23/10 08:12pm |
Class B - Camping Van Conversions
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RE: Sears not honoring Monroe shocks warranty for wearout
It is so good to hear that Sears continues to bite the hand that feeds them......I quit dealing with them about 15 years ago. I will not even walk in one of their junk shops. As for K-Mart owning them....K-Mart should have bought bonds. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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06/21/10 09:17pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: RT 301 / Florida
We started travelling to and from Fl on 301 last year....and hope never to have to travel 75&95 again. It is like a step back in time, but what a beautiful time, 55MPH, small towns, burger joints, mom and pop restrautants and motels that are affordable. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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06/16/10 07:30pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: 98 Chevy Suburban Performance
I wouldn't change out anything, but might think about a K&N Filter, tranny cooler. The weight your pulling is easily done with that burb. I have a '98 K1500 and, like you, excellent shape and high mileage, but that baby does the job. I watch some folks with their $600+ monthly payment....wow, due I love that ole truck!!! Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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06/13/10 09:54pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: B Beds
We took the cushions out of our RT190P, and had The Original Matteress Factory make us to large mattresses....it is superb. We opted for two so if we have to get to the water or electrical set-ups, we can just move the one. Those cushions got old after a few years...and I wasn't buying one of those cushioney things to put over them. These matteresses are 10" thick and make the travel oh so great. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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06/08/10 10:29pm |
Class B - Camping Van Conversions
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RE: Can someone run a carfax for a motor home for me?
And so, this bubble is burst....is anything really what it is? Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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06/04/10 11:13am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Removing Oil Stains from Carpet
We have used FOLEX and have had great success....available at Home Depot and WalMart. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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05/30/10 01:34pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Portable air compressor
Like the others, I carry a portable, called TruckAIR - seems to do me good. I also have the 110v from Home Depot, just different style...it is super. Pick up something, no more driving around - you will checking and filling at home or in the park your staying. Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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05/15/10 01:41pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Kindle or other alternatives?
I have purchased the IPod, but like someone said, battery life is a concern when reading books. The IP offers more versatility, but I am going to get a Kindle next. I have done my comparisons with the Sony Reader and Barnes&Noble reader...Kindle seems to out shine!! While camping a few weeks back, I run into a lady with both; she was telling me that while in a DR's office, she got her IPod out and was working with it. She has a Kindle tab on it, and when she hit on it, it brought forth the book she was currently reading on the Kindle (right where she had stopped earlier). When she got home, the Kindle had advanced to where she had stopped on the IPod....kind of amazing. They are really neat products.....wonder where we will go from there?? Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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05/15/10 07:40am |
Technology Corner
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RE: Rent your 5er
Anybody that would ask another to borrow or rent their rig has a few bolts missing. Can't you see it now, the sink or commode floods, the septic backs up all over the place....just for a few items - it's your rig and they will say it must have been broke when you gave it to them. Forget it, introduce them to your dealer!!!! Safe travels.
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retired4fun2002
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05/12/10 07:49pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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