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09-14-2013, 01:54 PM
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Figment of My Imagination
2012 Interstate Coach
From All Over
, More Than Anywhere Else
Join Date: Dec 2011
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Originally Posted by doug&maggie
Where a vacuum is especially helpful is with pet hair.
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Save the pet hair. When you collect enough, you can use it to knit another dog! 
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09-14-2013, 01:56 PM
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Rivet Master  
2007 Interstate
Normal
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Join Date: Jan 2009
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Originally Posted by Protagonist
Save the pet hair. When you collect enough, you can use it to knit another dog! |
Or stuff a pillow. Seriously!
Bird nests all over the US are softly padded with black Lily-hair. 
Maggie
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09-14-2013, 04:47 PM
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4 Rivet Member 
2013 Interstate Coach
Orange County
, California
Join Date: Apr 2013
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Yeah, pet hair and sand/mud is the reason we haven't taken our lab on any camping trips yet. Maybe after the new wears out 
David
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09-14-2013, 06:20 PM
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3 Rivet Member 
1991 29' Excella
Currently Looking...
Marco Island
, Florida
Join Date: Sep 2012
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Saving space
Here's a space saving solution I like:
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09-15-2013, 05:00 AM
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Rivet Master
2007 Interstate
Normal
, Illinois
Join Date: Jan 2009
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We carry those, too, also the ones for OxyClean.
Now, if they would just make them for Woolite Dark......... 
There are bleach tablets, as well, which we discovered a few years ago and are pictured earlier in this thread.
We take Bounce sheets out of the box and carry them in a one-quart ziploc bag.....anything that takes up just the space of what's inside is a good thing,
We can now carry all laundry items in a small, flexible tote that rides in the bathroom.
Maggie
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09-15-2013, 04:59 PM
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#126
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2 Rivet Member 
2012 Interstate Coach
Park City
, UT
Join Date: May 2012
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Originally Posted by David M
Yeah, pet hair and sand/mud is the reason we haven't taken our lab on any camping trips yet. Maybe after the new wears out
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One of the main reasons we bought our rig was to travel with our dog (Lab/Newfoundland mix). Other than the fact that he tracks in mud and sand and takes up most of the bed, he is an awesome travel companion. We don't take any trips in the rig without him.
We are currently coming down the OR coast. The van has plenty of dirt and sand in it. It also has two happy adults and one very happy (and tired) dog. Sure, we have a little cleanup work when we get home, but we can usually get the van offloaded and vacuumed clean in less than 10 minutes.
Don't worry about the 'new'. Load up the mutt and let them enjoy the adventure too.
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09-15-2013, 05:05 PM
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Rivet Master
2007 Interstate
Normal
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Here, here! 
We had the Interstate first, our foundling, black lab mix Miss Lily second.
It was the first home with us she ever knew, and we couldn't conceive of travel without her. 
We love her dearly and clean up after her without a second thought.
Different strokes for different folks.
Maggie
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09-15-2013, 08:33 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2013 Interstate Coach
Orange County
, California
Join Date: Apr 2013
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Ok, ok, now you guys are making me feel guilty... We'll take our lab the next trip
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09-16-2013, 05:17 AM
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Rivet Master
2007 Interstate
Normal
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Your rig will get dirty, ya know, and will get scratched, rock-dinged, etc.
All indications of it's intended purpose.
It's meant to be enjoyed, so get out there!
Your lab will love you (more) for it.
Maggie
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09-16-2013, 05:48 PM
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#130
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4 Rivet Member
2013 Interstate Coach
Orange County
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Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 277
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"Ninja" says thank you
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09-16-2013, 05:52 PM
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Rivet Master
2007 Interstate
Normal
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Awwwww.
Maggie
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09-18-2013, 06:17 AM
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Rivet Master
2007 Interstate
Normal
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Central vac??
Saw a Honda commercial this am for a van-of-some-sort, with a small central vac housed in the driver's side door.
Now that is a spot where a small system such as this could go.....probably a removable receptacle in there. 
We store a lot of odd things in Doug's door pocket, such as disposable gloves for dumping, as it is a good-sized pocket with a door.......
We love having an Interstate that is more a luxury camper van, without the extra seats, second television, bells and whistles of various sorts.
However!, this might be a really great, space-efficient option!! 
Maggie
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10-05-2013, 11:30 AM
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2007 Interstate
Normal
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Found these yesterday at Walmart, for the bargain price of $1.99 each, I believe.
They are suction-cup holders for Christmas Wreaths, also perfect for extra hangers in the bathroom, which is where we put ours. The suction cups are strong and sturdy, and the hook rotates to lay flat if preferred.
Could also use these on your exterior, to hold a water hose off the ground.
Maggie
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10-24-2013, 02:57 PM
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Rivet Master
2007 Interstate
Normal
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Saw one of these in use when camping with friends a couple of months ago. Much higher heat than what we have with the propane burners, and perfect for cooking outside.
Had to have it. Ordered it from amazon today.
Small, very compact, highly efficient, cute little carrying case.....and inexpensive. What's not to love.
Maggie
Camp Chef Mountain Series Butane 1 Burner Stove
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10-25-2013, 11:33 AM
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Len and Jeanne
2005 16' International CCD
2015 19' Flying Cloud
Creston Valley
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Oh, fer cute!
A mountain shop like REI will also have very small compact one-burner stoves designed for backpackers.
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10-25-2013, 12:07 PM
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Rivet Master
2007 Interstate
Normal
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Join Date: Jan 2009
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I have seen those in catalogs, really liked the looks and performance of this one. The little butane tank it runs off of also lasts a long time.
And, it has that cute and compact carry case.
I have the perfect place to stash it.
Maggie
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10-25-2013, 09:42 PM
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Trying to Retire
Decatur
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I saw the earlier comments of LABS - seems the Pup of choice for AS lovers!
Mine finally found a place he can kinda stretch out 'Dallas' is 108# of pure love!
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11-07-2013, 02:00 PM
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2007 Interstate
Normal
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We found one of these at a marina store during this last trip, and it is amazing.
About the size of a large highlighter/magic marker, with a magnetic swivel clip and, seriously folks, you could land a plane with this item.
Have one permanently ensconced in a pen slot in the cab commander by the door (next to the multi-tool) and have just purchased another for our work-in-progress bug-out bag.
Takes 3 AAA batteries, under $10.
Nebo Larry Light 8 Led Work light with Magnetic clip
Maggie
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11-07-2013, 03:21 PM
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2015 25' FB Flying Cloud
2012 23' FB Flying Cloud
2005 25' Safari
Santa Rosa Beach
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Quote:
Originally Posted by doug&maggie
We found one of these at a marina store during this last trip, and it is amazing.
About the size of a large highlighter/magic marker, with a magnetic swivel clip and, seriously folks, you could land a plane with this item.
Have one permanently ensconced in a pen slot in the cab commander by the door (next to the multi-tool) and have just purchased another for our work-in-progress bug-out bag.
Takes 3 AAA batteries, under $10.
Nebo Larry Light 8 Led Work light with Magnetic clip
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Thanks for the tip. This light has great reviews on Amazon. I just ordered six of them so that I will have some stocking stuffers for the boys. They are $8.75 on Amazon Prime with free shipping.
Brian
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2015 FC 25' FB (Lucy) with ProPride
2020 Silverado 2500 (Vivian)
2023 Rivian R1T (Opal)
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11-07-2013, 03:41 PM
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#140
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Rivet Master
2007 Interstate
Normal
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Join Date: Jan 2009
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Originally Posted by moosetags
Thanks for the tip. This light has great reviews on Amazon. I just ordered six of them so that I will have some stocking stuffers for the boys. They are $8.75 on Amazon Prime with free shipping.
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Great!
We love indoctrinating our grands with handy, useful, non-electronic gadgets. The boys already have their own mini multi-tools and good pocket knives.
Maggie
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