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Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 07-15-2023, 12:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,793
Posted By DonRich7878
If problem of low pressure occurs only at one...

If problem of low pressure occurs only at one device, say the stove, but everything else is good, then The problem is at the stove or with the line leading to the stove.
Forum: Roof 06-04-2023, 03:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,723
Posted By DonRich7878
I see a temporary patch as a short term repair...

I see a temporary patch as a short term repair performed while in route on the side of the road. This type of repair can effectively be performed with bubble gum, duck tape, trash bags and baling...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-04-2023, 03:26 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,303
Posted By DonRich7878
For the sake of convenience often neglect to...

For the sake of convenience often neglect to remove tow hitch. Which states is this practice considered illegal?
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 05-03-2023, 02:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,125
Posted By DonRich7878
thermostat replacement, low cost easy fix for the...

thermostat replacement, low cost easy fix for the click.
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 05-03-2023, 02:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,591
Posted By DonRich7878
There are several sources for a leak in that area...

There are several sources for a leak in that area and you may need to drop a panel or two and have a look. BTW Does it leak only when on city water, but not when using water from tank?
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-30-2023, 10:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,061
Posted By DonRich7878
Internal height for high cube is actually 8’ 5”....

Internal height for high cube is actually 8’ 5”. You will need to clean the roof off and remove wheels (low profile skids) for shipping. Custom sized boxes run cost up considerably but are an...
Forum: Argosy Motorhomes 01-30-2023, 10:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,061
Posted By DonRich7878
I've shipped equipment in ocean containers all...

I've shipped equipment in ocean containers all over the world using Geodis Wilson..

https://geodis.com/us/
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-27-2023, 11:04 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 9,892
Posted By DonRich7878
Animals who commit vandalism are not "folks", not...

Animals who commit vandalism are not "folks", not even close and I do not fear them.. nor the jealous hive mind that motivates them.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-26-2023, 08:57 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 9,892
Posted By DonRich7878
Marked parking spaces are typically nothing more...

Marked parking spaces are typically nothing more than a recommendation. Its OK if your truck extends into the nearby spaces.. Go big my friend..
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-25-2023, 01:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,986
Posted By DonRich7878
You are describing applied functionality of a...

You are describing applied functionality of a working solar charge controller.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 01-25-2023, 12:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,986
Posted By DonRich7878
My 2013 was delivered with a faulty solar charge...

My 2013 was delivered with a faulty solar charge controller. I got a runaround from the dealer. Frustrated, I contacted the manufacture of the controller directly, who graciously replaced the unit...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-23-2023, 01:33 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 9,892
Posted By DonRich7878
and then some..

and then some..
Forum: On The Road... 01-23-2023, 01:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,616
Posted By DonRich7878
Great Idea.. Thx

Great Idea.. Thx
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 12-20-2022, 11:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,766
Posted By DonRich7878
I agree on all points. It runs very smooth and...

I agree on all points. It runs very smooth and quiet.
Forum: Axles 11-30-2022, 09:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,155
Posted By DonRich7878
Great info, thanks..

Great info, thanks..
Forum: Boondocking 11-22-2022, 10:54 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 22,499
Posted By DonRich7878
Full Time RV'ers we met on the road, built a...

Full Time RV'ers we met on the road, built a unique wind rig on his camper and posted a great article on wind generator and the mast he designed to support it. He mentions the noise but it seemed to...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-22-2022, 09:00 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,657
Posted By DonRich7878
A WD is designed to force "up" the point of...

A WD is designed to force "up" the point of connection between the camper and tow vehicle. Using the hitch jack to lift the trail in order to level the camper fore/aft is in fact reducing the load...
Forum: Boondocking 11-22-2022, 08:50 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 22,499
Posted By DonRich7878
Wind Gen

https://a.co/d/hxIVTov

Wind Generators should be considered a viable low cost option to solar in poor sunlight conditions. I recommend that the mast not be attached to the AS, preventing a loud...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-21-2022, 09:58 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,657
Posted By DonRich7878
The world is not level by design or otherwise,...

The world is not level by design or otherwise, particularly when boondocking.

I also drop the jack down for overnight stops, assuming to level I need to lift to level. Just as often, the need...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 11-11-2022, 09:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,697
Posted By DonRich7878
My 2013 Classic was the same, and I also bent the...

My 2013 Classic was the same, and I also bent the pipe slightly to clear the shaft, which worked just fine.

Then some time later, I ran over a piece of scrap metal on the road at 70MPH, which...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-31-2022, 11:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,995
Posted By DonRich7878
As others are pointing out, the pink RV...

As others are pointing out, the pink RV anti-freeze is not poisonous but even so, not something you want to consume. Made from polyethylene glycol, is also used as a 5 alarm laxative for...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-27-2022, 11:27 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 15,813
Posted By DonRich7878
Naked Ball

A 1 ton Dually tow vehicle will not require any hitch accessory other then the naked ball. No sway issues, no weight constraints, superior braking performance, along with plenty of mountain pulling...
Forum: Insurance & Claims 10-17-2022, 07:07 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,120
Posted By DonRich7878
While Diesel fuel will burn plenty hot enough to...

While Diesel fuel will burn plenty hot enough to melt aluminum, it doesn't explode like gasoline. It sounds like the tanks were damaged in the fire, but all modern propane tanks have a safety pop...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 10-05-2022, 10:46 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 486
Posted By DonRich7878
If the AS in not tow ready, then I would hire a...

If the AS in not tow ready, then I would hire a professional transport company to truck it. I use Geodis for Shipping and freight services of large items out of California. Main: + 1 650.692 .9850
Forum: On The Road... 10-05-2022, 10:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,316
Posted By DonRich7878
Shortly after getting setup, the grand kids...

Shortly after getting setup, the grand kids realize there's no cell or internet, and I smile to myself, lets go for a hike...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 09-02-2022, 09:25 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 41,428
Posted By DonRich7878
Great looking install. I went under the bumper...

Great looking install. I went under the bumper with my 2" receiver setup, yours looks much better..
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-29-2022, 08:02 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 10,243
Posted By DonRich7878
The difference is that during the horse to auto...

The difference is that during the horse to auto transition, free market determined how fast and where the transition was made. In many locations, laws were even introduced that protected the rights...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-29-2022, 07:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 617
Posted By DonRich7878
Understanding there are many reasons why a power...

Understanding there are many reasons why a power line cant be properly trenched in to support a RV Service outlet closer to the parking lot. Just be sure they are the right reasons. Before...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-28-2022, 06:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,018
Posted By DonRich7878
or over Lemmings Cliff... ...

or over Lemmings Cliff...

https://www.thedrive.com/content/2017/09/cliff-1.jpg?quality=85&width=1440&quality=70
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-28-2022, 05:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,277
Posted By DonRich7878
Is this a new installation of a 30 Amp outlet...

Is this a new installation of a 30 Amp outlet being used for the first time? I recommend that you call a licensed electrician first thing Monday morning..
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-22-2022, 11:24 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,402
Posted By DonRich7878
Although not relative to the original...

Although not relative to the original conversation, I noted that the fuse panel label listed amperage and the installed fuse amp size do not match on all of the circuits. Circuit 3 stands out...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-02-2022, 03:39 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 19,613
Posted By DonRich7878
Pickup utility lift for those of us with a bad...

Pickup utility lift for those of us with a bad back..

https://youtu.be/60IlzftTwUo
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-02-2022, 03:24 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,610
Posted By DonRich7878
Boiling water can destroy a ceramic toilet and...

Boiling water can destroy a ceramic toilet and will burn skin off to the pink meat. Be careful out there...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-01-2022, 12:04 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 19,613
Posted By DonRich7878
I also use the dual Honda companion setup. I...

I also use the dual Honda companion setup. I appreciate the portability of two small units compared to 1 large generator. A friend of mine purchased a single larger unit at a lower price than my 2...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-01-2022, 11:52 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,180
Posted By DonRich7878
I agree, the price is insane for a permanent...

I agree, the price is insane for a permanent install, but a 250' extension cord laying in the dirt is vulnerable to theft, if that's a concern. A Copper thief can smell it a mile away. I recently...
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 07-30-2022, 04:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,724
Posted By DonRich7878
Thanks OC, I was unaware of the delta in pressure...

Thanks OC, I was unaware of the delta in pressure spec between the Coleman regulator and standard LP.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 07-29-2022, 11:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,724
Posted By DonRich7878
The Coleman stove uses an integrated High...

The Coleman stove uses an integrated High Pressure to Low Pressure regulator, part # 5430, which can be removed at the brass fitting going to the stove and then adapted to connect a LP hose and then...
Forum: Boondocking 07-15-2022, 11:21 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,590
Posted By DonRich7878
An opossum is never around when you need one.

An opossum is never around when you need one.
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-15-2022, 11:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,007
Posted By DonRich7878
wavelength = velocity / frequency

wavelength = velocity / frequency
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-15-2022, 10:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,007
Posted By DonRich7878
I see some serious boondocking adventures in your...

I see some serious boondocking adventures in your future.

Rain water harvesting can be performed through the use of large plastic sheets laid out tight and draining to the center. During the...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 07-15-2022, 10:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,007
Posted By DonRich7878
NASA defines a Radio Antenna as a metallic...

NASA defines a Radio Antenna as a metallic structure that captures and/or transmits radio electromagnetic waves. So, technically an aluminum Airstream is already a radio antenna, which can be...
Forum: Full-Timing 07-13-2022, 10:16 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,301
Posted By DonRich7878
Choices associated with Full Timing will be less...

Choices associated with Full Timing will be less about equipment selection and more about living life in a modern (post Patriot Act) society as a homeless family. Taxes, insurance, health care,...
Forum: On The Road... 06-28-2022, 08:41 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,271
Posted By DonRich7878
You Sir have a standing invitation for wine and...

You Sir have a standing invitation for wine and prime rib supper, I buy you cook…
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-28-2022, 08:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,129
Posted By DonRich7878
Well done Mr. Dan..

Well done Mr. Dan..
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-28-2022, 12:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,280
Posted By DonRich7878
Assuming the level gauge is functioning properly...

Assuming the level gauge is functioning properly and the tank is actually filling, there are only 4 ways water can enter the black tank and fill it up, followed by recommended (corrective action).
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-10-2022, 09:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,129
Posted By DonRich7878
We launched full time with a Ford 1 ton van with...

We launched full time with a Ford 1 ton van with a big gas V10. While plenty of power and room, but the ride was terrible, handled poorly and was in general uncomfortable. After 6 months, we dumped...
Forum: On The Road... 05-29-2022, 09:47 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,271
Posted By DonRich7878
I agree, very little waste. I clean my iron...

I agree, very little waste. I clean my iron skillet and pots by liberally sprinkling Kosher salt and rubbing/wiping with a paper towel, rinsing with clean water and wiping dry. I also spray lightly...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-23-2022, 08:01 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,517
Posted By DonRich7878
As it's been pointed out in this thread, I may be...

As it's been pointed out in this thread, I may be carrying too many tools on the road. Even so, I agree with you Rich, an inflator/compressor is a must carry item.
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-17-2022, 12:35 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,517
Posted By DonRich7878
Those with a mechanical aptitude who enjoy a life...

Those with a mechanical aptitude who enjoy a life style of self reliance, consider the air compressor an important tool with several applications. One of several tools I carry with me, the air...
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-16-2022, 11:15 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,517
Posted By DonRich7878
DeWalt FlexVolt Cordless 2.5 Gallon Compressor ...

DeWalt FlexVolt Cordless 2.5 Gallon Compressor (https://www.amazon.com/vdp/142b7b2a271c49c09b8dcb291eadd390?product=B0746SBGXS&ref=cm_sw_em_r_ib_dt_BCneKt4P1fCvx)

This a working compressor, much...
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