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RE: AT&T Unlimited Data vs wifi hotspot usage
I don’t know about data being data. I had to upgrade my unlimited plan to get the hotspot capabilities.
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patperry2766
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12/11/19 07:46am |
Technology Corner
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AT&T Unlimited Data vs wifi hotspot usage
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patperry2766
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12/10/19 10:15pm |
Tech Issues
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AT&T Unlimited Data vs wifi hotspot usage
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patperry2766
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12/10/19 10:15pm |
General RVing Issues
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AT&T Unlimited Data vs wifi hotspot usage
Have I-Phone with unlimited data plan and 15 GB hotspot. I have the Apple HDMI connector to where I can stream Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney+ to the TV using the phone's data plan.
If I want to use wifi for the computer while I'm streaming a movie, would the streaming video still count towards my data plan, or would it switch over and start counting towards my hotspot data?
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patperry2766
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12/10/19 10:15pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Ouray, CO- Ouray RV Park and Ouray KOA-Recommendations
If it doesn't have to be a KOA, Colorado does have a REALLY nice state park 10 miles up the road in Ridgway. The Elk Ridge campground in the one you want to try to get into. Clean showers and bathrooms. Large laundry facility and overall one of the nicest state parks we've been to.
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patperry2766
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12/08/19 10:32pm |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Can my truck tow this?
Towing is lower on their mandate from managment...higher requirement is Corporate MPG...even fractions of a MPG is more important to them
Plus, towing metrics is very low on the bean counter management requirements
It's not only corporate, it the fed govt. It's called CAFE (Corporate Ave Fuel Economy) and the govt sets a fleet wide average for all cars, SUV's and 1/2T trucks. 3/4 and above are exempt for now.
Basically for 2021, the CAFE for manufacturers is 40.3-41 MPG, and if you can't meet it, then you have hefty fines to pay to Uncle Sam. F,C,D are gonna have a hard time making that since they've basically abandoned the car business and concentrating manufacturing efforts on SUV's and trucks.
https://www.transportation.gov/mission/sustainability/corporate-average-fuel-economy-cafe-standards
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patperry2766
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12/04/19 01:28am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Custer SP?
Stockade Lake South does have bathrooms and showers available onsite if that helps
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patperry2766
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12/04/19 12:33am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Buying 2019 RAM 3500 DRW - discount expectations?
you guys that pay almost sticker I laugh at. 65k out the door is a good deal for me if the dealer wants it gone. I,m not paying any more than I have too. worked in auto sales for 6yrs they can come down a whole lot more than you think. this money off invoice is a selling point for them. not the price they really paid for the auto.so go laugh all you want been there paid less.
Haha, you're so full of chit!
Almost $86k sticker, you say they'll come down 20 grand + TTL and whatever else, so more than $25k off sticker price? (You said out the door, not me)
I'm shopping for a new truck. You find me a 30% off MSRP Bighorn megacab 3500, either trans (cause that's what I want), any color but p*ssy pink for 30% off, I'll buy it tomorrow and give you $1000 for your time. Heck, make it $2k and I'm serious.
Nice!!
I too was in the car business for almost 10 years and he is F.O.S.
There might be some additional money to the dealer that isn't advertised in the form of volume discounts, but often that money is used to discount the vehicle.
What a lot of people outside of the business don't understand is that the profits are smallest on new car sales. The real money that comes in to the dealership is in the used car department and parts/service. There probably aren't many dealerships that would be able to stay open if they relied strictly on the money they made off new car sales.
If you're trying to buy an "ad unit" vehicle, it's already discounted pretty deeply and there just ain't a lot more wiggle room in the price.
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patperry2766
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12/03/19 11:59pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Buying 2019 RAM 3500 DRW - discount expectations?
Ram 3500
While this truck is a little less that what you're looking at, they appear to overall be about $2K better on the price. If you can wait till late December or Jan, they might get better on the price.
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patperry2766
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12/03/19 01:57am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Big Bend
Just got back from a week there. Stayed at the Big Bend Resort RV Park. Think I paid about $25 a night for 30A & water in the no reservation section. Since it was Thanksgiving school break, everything else was booked.
As far as the park, it was pretty much to be expected for the area, dirt roads but out of all the parks I drove by, they did seem to be the largest with the most amount of shade trees, which is a rarity in that area. Nothing like shade trees from mountains like Colorado, Montana, etc...just West Texas desert shading. They do advertise WiFi, but from where I was located in proximity to the office, it was pretty useless. The do have a lobby/TV/pool table kinda area that you can chill at and the reception is much better. Showers are $2.00 for 5 minutes and it's well worth it after a long day. They also have bathrooms, but can get congested at times. they do have a laundry facility from 9a-5p that has a bathroom as well...USE THAT ONE. Minimal traffic. Overall, I was happy with the location and overall campground itself, and I wouldn't have a problem staying there again, but I'd plan better and make reservations.
Price for diesel was $3.30/gal & 2.95 for unleaded. There are visitors centers withing the parks that sell fuel, but didn't check prices. With the exception of beer, everything is about 25-35% higher there that what I'm use to paying at home. The closest Wal-Mart was about 150 miles, so take what you think you'd need.
As for Big Bend, you really have to experience it to understand it and become infected with it. It's either love it/hate it. If you're use to having activities overload on trips, then you might be disappointed. However, if you're willing to seek out the beauty of the area, then it's easily to get overwhelmed with the geology/ecology of the area. There are several miles of dirt roads to travel (4x4, dirt bike, ATV) and several hiking trails and that's where you can get a true feel for the area.
Terlingua is a quirky town that has a personality that can't really be described with just one word.
Fall & Spring are their buzy seasons so plan ahead with the holidays being even busier. Overall, it was a great trip and it will be on my to visit list again real soon.
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patperry2766
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12/03/19 01:24am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Big Bend
Thinking of going in the next couple of weeks. Have all the plants/vegitation gone dormant or is there still enough color for some good picture taking?
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patperry2766
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11/17/19 07:07am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Good Campgrounds in west Texas off I-20
Rest AreaRest Area
If your just needing a overnight stop, there is a really nice Texas Dept of Highway rest stop south of Ranger. It's called the Eastland Co Westbound Safety Rest Area. Texas law allows for stopping up to 24 hours and there is a really big area in the back for trucks/RV's
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patperry2766
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11/16/19 02:54pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: Good Campgrounds in west Texas off I-20
Lake Leon/Eastland
Abilene
Lake Colorado City SP
Abilene SP
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patperry2766
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11/14/19 07:45am |
Snowbirds
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RE: Good Campgrounds in west Texas off I-20
I-20 in west Texas is a long, long road. Is there a certain area you're trying to stop at?
Generally from west of Odessa to almost Colorado City, almost all the sites will probably be filled with oilfield.
If you can get to Ft Davis State Park, it would be a plus. Try to spend a couple of days if possible. A lot of stuff to do and the hidden gem in that part of the state.
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patperry2766
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11/13/19 06:17pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: I think they’re doing it wrong
I personally can't take credit for the pic. Was on another camping site I frequent.
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patperry2766
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11/13/19 06:01pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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Random Wednesday silliness
https://i.imgur.com/M0wgo9Cl.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/vYGBFsil.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/qL1BqMfl.jpg
I work the night shift...so get a little crazy sometimes
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patperry2766
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11/13/19 05:14am |
Around the Campfire
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I think they’re doing it wrong
https://i.imgur.com/lc6Xg6ol.jpg
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patperry2766
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11/12/19 10:18pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: TT for full time living or negatives of trailer brands
Montana 3950BR
Something like this might work. It has a separate bedroom that could be used for studying. A few manufacturers make this floorplan. If not this, then probably a toyhauler.
Figure 30-50K+ for a good pre-owned trailer and 40-50K+ for a tow vehicle so you're looking at +/- $1500 a month for a place to live before you have to pay for RV sites, elect, ins, etc. You could easily be in the $2K range each month for trailer, RV site and truck payment.
Could get away with getting a 1 bdrm apt for less. Something to think about.
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patperry2766
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10/30/19 10:46pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Watch for this rig in Mexico but do not approach
News article
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patperry2766
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10/30/19 05:41pm |
RVing in Mexico and South America
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RE: Power of a lightning strike
Lightning
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patperry2766
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10/30/19 05:35pm |
Around the Campfire
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