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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-22-2019, 04:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,070
Posted By DRPREECE
I had a failure of one of the rear shocks in the...

I had a failure of one of the rear shocks in the first 6 months. And before that the ride was not good. That is why I changed.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-21-2019, 12:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,070
Posted By DRPREECE
I had a failure of one of the rear shocks in the...

I had a failure of one of the rear shocks in the first 6 months. And before that the ride was not good.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-20-2019, 09:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,070
Posted By DRPREECE
My truck is a 2017 F250 6.7 PS 4x4 Platinum CC...

My truck is a 2017 F250 6.7 PS 4x4 Platinum CC Short bed - fully loaded with a Paragon bed cover. Everything is stock except for the shocks and Timbren springs.



The Timbren parts are on Amazon...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-22-2018, 05:44 AM
Replies: 374
Views: 49,117
Posted By DRPREECE
The quality of a product is the culmination of...

The quality of a product is the culmination of many inputs. The most important being the expectations of management. Those that “do” typically do well when expectations are clear.
Forum: On The Road... 08-19-2018, 08:10 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,871
Posted By DRPREECE
I70 thru Indy - AVOID

They added a 10 cents per gallon tax on all fuels in Indiana last year for improving our roads. It has the “option” of increasing a penny every year on July 1. Our legislators voted to exercise that...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 08-19-2018, 06:42 AM
Replies: 374
Views: 49,117
Posted By DRPREECE
Senior Management Failures at AS

Our 2017 26U was a mess behind the cabinets. The wiring and heater duct were a total rat’s nest and the floor was littered with sawdust, drill tailings, rivet tails, screws, wire tails, and actual...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-11-2018, 03:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,991
Posted By DRPREECE
I provided this answer to your dilemma on FB. I...

I provided this answer to your dilemma on FB. I agree. It is a seal in the outdoor AC unit. Time to get on the roof if you are up for the adventure. Good luck!
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I would guess that if...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-23-2018, 01:04 PM
Replies: 374
Views: 49,117
Posted By DRPREECE
Thumbs up Put me on the list!

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Justin:

This is a great idea and should have been done years ago. I am a professional engineer (30 years) who...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-22-2018, 11:50 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 21,623
Posted By DRPREECE
Honestly, I really don’t care what others use for...

Honestly, I really don’t care what others use for their hitch. Or tow vehicle. Or trailer. Or toothpaste. When asked I don’t try to convince anyone to use what I use. I just state my opinion, throw...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-22-2018, 08:30 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 21,623
Posted By DRPREECE
Nope. And at the risk of being rude, I am not...

Nope. And at the risk of being rude, I am not going to pull out the google index and spoon feed it to you. Google it. Read through the hits and watch the videos like I and many others have. The proof...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-22-2018, 11:26 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 21,623
Posted By DRPREECE
Sean is the authority but I will add my two cents...

Sean is the authority but I will add my two cents - friction does not reduce the forces of sway. It only dampens the effect if the oscillation starts. The ProPride 3P, or any other hitch of...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-22-2018, 11:04 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 12,832
Posted By DRPREECE
Check with your insurance company before you go to the F350

As previous posters have stated, the F250 and F350 are essentially the same vehicle except for an extra leaf spring on the rear of the F350. That being said, your insurance may not cover the F350 as...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-16-2018, 07:26 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 15,588
Posted By DRPREECE
These new engines burn CNG or LNG, not gasoline....

These new engines burn CNG or LNG, not gasoline. Big difference. Industry has been using Diesel engines converted to burn these fuels for decades. The only difference here is the engine is designed...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 03-18-2018, 08:16 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,693
Posted By DRPREECE
Another guess - possibly for the “ambient...

Another guess - possibly for the “ambient lighting” - 4 intensity levels?

Whatever it is, it is basic and they spared no expense on the $1 generic remote - reason behind my first guess of HDMI...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 03-18-2018, 06:33 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,693
Posted By DRPREECE
HDMI switcher is my guess.

HDMI switcher is my guess.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-05-2018, 08:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,155
Posted By DRPREECE
The cable harness connections / connectors should...

The cable harness connections / connectors should hopefully be in an accessible location behind a removable panel. I would hope AS wouldn’t put anything other than an end point connection in a wall....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-03-2018, 11:33 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,817
Posted By DRPREECE
Definitely one of if not the best feature on the...

Definitely one of if not the best feature on the F250. Also not mentioned in any of the marketing materials as far as I recall. It was a”secret” the sales person made sure to point out during...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 01-03-2018, 11:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,155
Posted By DRPREECE
I experienced a similar issue with our 2017 FC...

I experienced a similar issue with our 2017 FC 26U. During winterizing I “rearranged” the bundle of wire in the equipment compartment under the wardrobe and lost 12v power to the forward half of the...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 11-29-2017, 10:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 14,317
Posted By DRPREECE
You need to use a “swing away” grate attached to...

You need to use a “swing away” grate attached to a rod driven in the ground next to the bonfire. If you put a grate directly on top it will disrupt the jet effect that reduces the smoke. It would...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-27-2017, 11:07 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 16,302
Posted By DRPREECE
The fuel cell experiment

That definitely falls into the “stupid” level of price. You can buy a whole lot of propane powered generators / solar panels / controllers / lithium batteries for that $$$.

And the payback on a...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-27-2017, 08:03 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 16,302
Posted By DRPREECE
Received a response from Bob Berger, Director of...

Received a response from Bob Berger, Director of Sales for WATT Fuel Cell this morning.

Their Imperium unit is presently undergoing certification (UL / ETL) and is expected to complete by the end...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-25-2017, 10:16 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 16,302
Posted By DRPREECE
This has peaked my interest and curiosity. I like...

This has peaked my interest and curiosity. I like the idea of a propane fuel cell. The WATT Imperium looks very interesting from a design and output perspective. However, there is little on...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-20-2017, 04:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,129
Posted By DRPREECE
USB Charging Ports not charging

As Adventure AS points out, polarity may be important.

Notice on the original port one tab is copper, the other silver. That typically indicates polarity. Positive goes to the copper tab.

If...
Forum: On The Road... 11-19-2017, 06:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,070
Posted By DRPREECE
Savannah Campsites

Rivers End on Tybee. Very clean and walking / biking distance to much on Tybee. This time of year it will be very quiet.

15 - 30 minutes to Savannah depending on traffic.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-01-2017, 06:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,380
Posted By DRPREECE
I installed the Ford camera on the back of our...

I installed the Ford camera on the back of our 2017 26u. After looking at the field of view the camera has, I decided to mount it to the rear of the trailer, centered just above the license plate....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-28-2017, 06:36 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 46,313
Posted By DRPREECE
2017 Ford Super Duty

Added Timbren bump stops all around and replaced all shocks with Rancho 9000XLs. Wow. Rides like a different truck. The front Timbrens made a huge difference even on the old factory crap shocks. They...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-06-2017, 01:54 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 46,313
Posted By DRPREECE
2017 Ford Super Duty

Installed! Took about 5 minutes. Not much room behind the seat if you have the Sony Sound System with the subwoofer.

Still nice to be able to pull the tab and drop the seat. [emoji106]
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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-30-2017, 06:04 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 46,313
Posted By DRPREECE
I just looked at my 2017 F250 platinum crew cab...

I just looked at my 2017 F250 platinum crew cab today. The driver side rear seat back has no easy method to drop it. You can use the wrench trick shown in the installation video for the item shown...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-29-2017, 03:40 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 46,313
Posted By DRPREECE
Brilliant!

Brilliant!
Forum: Fun & Games 09-12-2017, 08:04 AM
Replies: 1,913
Views: 195,888
Posted By DRPREECE
"If it was easy, it wouldn't be called...

"If it was easy, it wouldn't be called work!"
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-27-2017, 04:41 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,959
Posted By DRPREECE
Exactly! While it may be interesting, what is...

Exactly! While it may be interesting, what is the outcome? MPG is impacted by too many environment variables you have no control of or means to adequately measure.

Unless I see large or sudden...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 08-26-2017, 07:51 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,408
Posted By DRPREECE
Wise words Uncle Bob!

Wise words Uncle Bob!
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-26-2017, 07:34 AM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,163
Posted By DRPREECE
I just hope he doesn't push the 45' Newmar down...

I just hope he doesn't push the 45' Newmar down the road at 80 mph. The "experience" doesn't match the behavior. Towing anything with any rig at 80 mph is irresponsible. When something goes wrong,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-24-2017, 02:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,235
Posted By DRPREECE
Have exactly the same setup with the same...

Have exactly the same setup with the same experience.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-24-2017, 02:33 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,145
Posted By DRPREECE
Decided on the 26 flying cloud. Now for the tow vehicle

We have the 2017 26U queen and love it. We tow with a 2017 F250 diesel crew cab, short bed platinum with a ProPride hitch. After several thousand miles and a few "emergency" and "panic" stops, I...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-18-2017, 01:43 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 36,570
Posted By DRPREECE
Unfortunately no. I did not have the scale before...

Unfortunately no. I did not have the scale before the PP was installed. However, I know the shipping weight of the PP (including stinger) is 200 lb. I was actually surprised when the scale read 1,100...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-17-2017, 07:15 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 36,570
Posted By DRPREECE
Will Pro Pride Hitch Add Tongue Weight?

It adds 200 lbs. My factory tongue weight is 903 lbs. With the ProPride attached, including the stinger, it measured 1100 lbs. using a tongue scale and verified on the CAT scales.
Forum: Our Community 08-12-2017, 01:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,136
Posted By DRPREECE
Our 2017 FC 26U had a significant amount of...

Our 2017 FC 26U had a significant amount of production trash behind the cabinets and in the storage areas. The furnace ductwork was poorly routed and pinched closed in several areas. The header above...
Forum: Our Community 08-02-2017, 06:44 AM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,249
Posted By DRPREECE
It looked like they were pretty comfortable when...

It looked like they were pretty comfortable when they glided through the intersection. The good part of NYC traffic is it moves slow when it does move.
Forum: Our Community 08-01-2017, 08:10 PM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,249
Posted By DRPREECE
Was a tri-axle excella. Definitely something you...

Was a tri-axle excella. Definitely something you don't see everyday in NYC.
Forum: Our Community 08-01-2017, 07:43 PM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,577,249
Posted By DRPREECE
Airstream sightings

Wow! NYC. [ATTACH]291096
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-07-2017, 11:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,844
Posted By DRPREECE
Well, you did violate a few NEC codes on both...

Well, you did violate a few NEC codes on both accounts - just sayin'.

The wiring to the supply side is placing the protection of the device and connection wiring at the hands of the power...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-29-2017, 06:00 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,761
Posted By DRPREECE
Installation takes about 4 hours if you follow...

Installation takes about 4 hours if you follow the instructions. The "may not have in the tool box" items you need are a 150 lb torque wrench and I think a 1 1/4 inch socket (bigger than a 1 inch). ...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-28-2017, 12:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,761
Posted By DRPREECE
New and hungry for info on TT hitch and sway bars

It is personal preference and budget. If you can afford it, you will not be disappointed with a ProPride. We tow a 26U with a 2017 F250 Platinum diesel and it is rock solid. Also, their customer...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-17-2017, 10:47 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 16,913
Posted By DRPREECE
It will be a while since we just put the rig back...

It will be a while since we just put the rig back into storage until our next outing.
Forum: Our Community 03-12-2017, 03:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,224
Posted By DRPREECE
Flying Cloud 26U storage

Yes there is. The front outdoor storage compartment takes up all but a small compartment under the front seat. The area under the road side is filled with the gas furnace and electrical distribution...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-20-2017, 02:43 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,168
Posted By DRPREECE
Trailer Valet - if the surface is paved

If the surface is paved and relatively level, I would get one of these to solve your issue. Attach the cordless drill and you have a highly maneuverable dolly. I have one and it woks like a charm -...
Forum: General Repair Forum 02-04-2017, 09:00 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,143
Posted By DRPREECE
Before you start adding a new run...

I have worked in the energy efficiency and HVAC business for years, and when it comes to getting the most out of a furnace, airflow and intake air system integrity are the two keys. Simply put, it...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-20-2017, 02:14 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 16,913
Posted By DRPREECE
I pulled the trigger on one yesterday. We'll see...

I pulled the trigger on one yesterday. We'll see how it works but I think I will be pleased. I also needed to get the ProPride Lot Bar and locking plate. All in, I think this will save me a lot of...
Forum: On The Road... 01-18-2017, 10:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,563
Posted By DRPREECE
Trailer Valet XL - user experience?

Any comments out there on using the Trailer Valet XL to position your trailer?
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