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RE: Got a call from a friend...
If the battery is good, properly connected, and the battery disconnect switch is not turned off, follow the battery positive cable to look for something like this:
https://i.imgur.com/Y0fFPmtl.png
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06/28/20 05:40am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Newbie question
Get a 15/20 amp male to 30 amp female dog bone (adapter) or puck. Avoid using an extension cord. If you have to use an extension cord, make it as short as possible and either 12AWG or 10 AWG.
When running the AC, turn off the electric water heater. After running the AC for awhile, feel the dog bone or puck connections. It may get warm, but make sure it's not getting too hot.
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2112
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06/15/20 04:02am |
Beginning RVing
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RGV Last Week of June
DW and I are thinking of driving down to RGV (Rio Grande Valley) in a few weeks. We want to spend a few days down there just to look around and see what's down there. Planning to take a day trip to South Padre but don't necessarily need to stay on the island.
What are the attractions down there this time of year?
Recommendations for a nice place to park with attractions close by are appreciated. We will consider anything between Mission and Port Isabel.
Thanks in advance
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2112
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06/13/20 04:35pm |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Still no Stimulus Payment
Still holding my breath with little expectation of ever seeing it.
I had a good year which pushed me into a higher tax bracket.
I’m still stinging from the jump in taxes owed this year.
Up side I paid for quite a few people’s checks.We're in the same boat. I wasn't expecting anything until August. This was a total surprise. Our $2400 was prorated down to $1844.38, to be exact.
I'll take ours to the credit union today to see if they can deposit it without too much fee or hassle.
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2112
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05/26/20 07:53am |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Still no Stimulus Payment
We received the VISA debit card. I guess they ran out of cash a long time ago. How much cash can I convert this card into? I never have used a debit card.Call the 1-800 number to activate it. At that point the automated system will tell you how much $ is on it. Have a pen and paper ready. It will tell you once and it talks fast. They will charge you each time you check the balance after that.
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05/25/20 11:20pm |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Still no Stimulus Payment
We received a Visa debit card yesterday. At first I thought it was a bank teaser card and almost tossed it in the trash. I was expecting a check with President Trumps name on it.
Our plan is to donate it to the Bridge Women's Shelter, but it's not a straightforward process converting this card into a tax deductible donation. I can't just hand them the card and they prefer not to handle cash. A check would have made this much simpler and it would have eliminated a middle-man bank getting their cut.
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05/24/20 04:52pm |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Best way clean 5th wheel
I use the Magic Eraser and drier sheets to remove the bugs on the front cap.
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05/14/20 06:08am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Jamaica Beach RV Resort
So where is Galveston? HA!
Deep in the South of Texas
Not so long ago,
There on a crowded island
In the Gulf of Mexico
It was down at the Balinese
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2112
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05/12/20 05:25am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Galveston - Bolivar Ferry
They always put me in the inside lane, pull straight on and off. Just follow the attendants direction and you will be fine. I'm more nervous about the car doors so close to my camper.
Don't forget to turn off your propane just before you board. And don't forget to turn it back on once you get off :)
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05/12/20 04:15am |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Jamaica Beach RV Resort
It wasn't a dumb question. It wasn't a question at all.
I realized the thread lacked context, so I tried to sneak in a clue. Perhaps it was too subtle.
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05/11/20 12:36pm |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Jamaica Beach RV Resort
To everybody but Executive maybe you could clue the rest of us in as to where places are when you brag on them. ThanksYou must have missed this. I left a clue:
There is also Sandpiper on the east end of the island, on Stewart Beach. Sandpiper is tight. It just has a squeezed in feel to it, but it is nice and right on Galveston's most popular beach. There is a lot within walking distance from Sandpiper.
Or you can just ask!
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05/11/20 06:45am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Jamaica Beach RV Resort
Jamaica Beach is nice and has a lot to offer. The only down side for us is it's not on the water and away from the historic city. You have to drive to a public beach or go to the state park.
I know you didn't ask, but:
We prefer Dellanera. It's nowhere as nice as Jamaica but it's on the beach side of the highway with direct beach access, no vehicles allowed on that section of beach, and it's closer to town. Dellanera is more like a parking lot whereas Jamaica is a true resort.
There is also Sandpiper on the east end of the island, on Stewart Beach. Sandpiper is tight. It just has a squeezed in feel to it, but it is nice and right on Galveston's most popular beach. There is a lot within walking distance from Sandpiper.
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05/08/20 11:21am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Tow Vehicle Advice For Newbie
My 2011 F150 EB has 98K trouble free miles on her. 22K miles of that is towing either a 7500lb TT or a 9000lb FW. But it's just wife and I.
With that said, with a growing family, you are in 3/4 ton territory. Get the right tool for the job. Find a LWB 3/4 ton gasser of your choice and enjoy.
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05/08/20 09:20am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Coach battery replacement
I've been happy with the Walmart DC-29
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2112
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05/07/20 04:18am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: DirecTV dropping DNS
If I loose Fox, Direct can KMAMy first wife was a loose fox
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04/29/20 07:48am |
Technology Corner
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RE: RV "Coffee Table" Books
We have Texas Highways magazines, of course.
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04/24/20 06:02pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Texans: are you gonna take this
What is the best thing ever to come out of Texas?
An empty Greyhound.
LMAO This is what Texans say about Oklahoma. I guess this joke will work with any neighboring rival state
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04/17/20 05:28am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Money from government
This may apply to you, from the IRS website:Thanks. It never occurred to me they couldn't use the same bank info they use to come and get money.
I just entered all my info. Of course you can't copy/paste bank numbers, you have to type them in. Oh well...At least now you know.
We decided to wait for the actual check.
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04/16/20 09:09am |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Money from government
You will not receive a direct deposit payment if you PAY your taxes online .They have my bank information to come and get it, but not to give it? That's weird.This may apply to you, from the IRS website:
Q:I made an electronic payment from my bank account to the IRS (includes a Direct Debit Installment Agreement (DDIA)). Will my payment be direct deposited to the same account? Can I use Get My Payment to provide my bank account information?
A:The account information used to make an electronic payment to the IRS cannot be used as the account information for the direct deposit of your payment. If we do not have bank account information for you and your payment has not been processed yet, Get My Payment will allow you to submit your bank account information once you have properly verified your identity so that you can get your EIP via direct deposit. Otherwise, we will mail your payment to address we have on file for you.
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04/16/20 09:02am |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Money from government
You will not receive a direct deposit payment if you PAY your taxes online unless you provide the IRS additional information. You will receive a check via snail-trail. Those that received money back last year via direct deposit will get the subsidy direct deposited.
I'm in the same boat. I do not receive money back each year. I have to pay additional in April. Therefore, we must wait.
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04/16/20 08:51am |
Around the Campfire
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