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Forum: On The Road... 01-16-2015, 08:07 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,879
Posted By sander17
I would recommend avoiding the two bike weeks in...

I would recommend avoiding the two bike weeks in May at Myrtle, especially with an 18 mo. old child. Very loud.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-23-2011, 10:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,692
Posted By sander17
I doubt this will help, but on our 96 Excella, if...

I doubt this will help, but on our 96 Excella, if you lowered the back of the goucho to make a bed, it exposed a small black door in the wall with the breakers inside.
Good luck.
Forum: 1994 - 1996 Excella 08-23-2011, 10:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,022
Posted By sander17
HankO, I found that I had to replace the whole...

HankO,
I found that I had to replace the whole lower door. The fake wood panel came out easily for re-installation in the new door. I found a replacement door at one of the RV parts places in...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-17-2010, 10:57 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 12,721
Posted By sander17
One item to check on when shopping for a truck to...

One item to check on when shopping for a truck to carry a truck camper: When we purchased our 2005 2500 4x4 short bed, it included in the paperwork a sheet which said to Never install a truck...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-05-2010, 08:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,302
Posted By sander17
We used to have a 2003 1500 with the HEMI. It...

We used to have a 2003 1500 with the HEMI. It towed great. It had two problems: lousy gas mileage and a 26 gallon fuel tank. You could almost see the fuel gauge move while towing.
We now have a...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-11-2010, 04:49 PM
Replies: 783
Views: 58,163
Posted By sander17
Just received the confirmation from the...

Just received the confirmation from the campground. We are on site #2, right across from the #2 depository.....No, I don't mean you, Ralphie.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-08-2010, 03:13 PM
Replies: 783
Views: 58,163
Posted By sander17
We are in. Just made the reservation. No site...

We are in.
Just made the reservation. No site number yet since she was away from her computer.
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-27-2009, 10:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,067
Posted By sander17
Smile Take photos if you use the mule option

Especially if you have to lower the mules using that crane. You will probably need several of them, maybe even a "20 mule team"!
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-05-2009, 10:39 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,568
Posted By sander17
My most confusing experience was in a truck stop...

My most confusing experience was in a truck stop on I-75 in Ohio. I pulled into the trucker fueling area and tried to use the "pay at the pump" system. Big mistake. Of course, it turned on the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-14-2009, 10:56 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,102
Posted By sander17
Earlier in the thread a comment was made about...

Earlier in the thread a comment was made about voltmeters. In the DC and in the AC volts measurement setting, non-broken VOMs have a high impedance on the leads, usually at least 50,000 ohms per...
Forum: Clearcoat, Exterior Paint & Trim 08-07-2009, 10:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,408
Posted By sander17
Watch out for alcohol!

My experience with the removal of peeling Swoopy Graphics from our '96 is that both ethanol and isopropyl damage plasticoat.:sad: What worked on the Swoopy adhesive was WD-40 and elbow grease.:)...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-01-2009, 09:58 AM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 66,908
Posted By sander17
Sorry we missed the rally. Tin Sista and family...

Sorry we missed the rally. Tin Sista and family just cannot make it due to a nasty virus.
We wouldn't want to give it to all of you! We called the campground to free up our site.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-16-2009, 10:48 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 17,551
Posted By sander17
We have two 60" Yakima bars atop the truck cap. ...

We have two 60" Yakima bars atop the truck cap. I can get two kayaks and two bikes on them (king cobra bike mounts). The bikes go in the center. When loading, I use the tailgate and one of those...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-25-2009, 10:41 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 17,723
Posted By sander17
If the capacitor(s) are dead, the unit will not...

If the capacitor(s) are dead, the unit will not vibrate either. As mentioned above, they are an inexpensive replacement part.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 06-23-2009, 10:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,286
Posted By sander17
Giant Hand

Where did they get the giant hand for the first image?:rolleyes:
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-16-2009, 10:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,231
Posted By sander17
Update on those Grey Tank blues

Well, we have taken two camping trips since the repair.
On the first, we completely filled the grey tank over 5 days. At the end, it
started to drip soapy water,:mad: so either there is another...
Forum: Tires 05-27-2009, 10:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,898
Posted By sander17
On our old '79, when we went from 7x15 to 225's,...

On our old '79, when we went from 7x15 to 225's, the aluminum tire clamps that act like chocks did not fit anymore. The difference in diameter of the tires put them out of the adjustment range.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-19-2009, 02:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,231
Posted By sander17
It never came out

The tank never came out of the trailer. It was still attached to the intake plumbing. To get to that connection, I would have had to remove the shower. The only way to fill the tank is to...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-19-2009, 10:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,231
Posted By sander17
Patch repair completed. After waiting overnite...

Patch repair completed. After waiting overnite for the Vulkem to finish curing, I decided to skip the aluminum tape step. The real fun started when I tried to get the galvanized belly pan back up. ...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-15-2009, 10:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,231
Posted By sander17
Looking at the plastic tank, it was just chewed...

Looking at the plastic tank, it was just chewed thru by the mousies. There are no cracks, so the base material seems in pretty good shape. The problem with the fabric based fixes is the large size...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-14-2009, 10:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,231
Posted By sander17
According to the parts lady at the local...

According to the parts lady at the local Airstream dealer, the tank is made of ABS plastic. She was out of repair kits, since the service dept used them all up yesterday. She suggested getting a...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-14-2009, 06:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,231
Posted By sander17
Last night I took all the bolts off which held...

Last night I took all the bolts off which held the galvanized steel pan up. I was surprised that the tank was held up only by the plumbing, no straps. The pan and the sheet of styrofoam support it...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 05-12-2009, 10:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,231
Posted By sander17
Question Patching a 1996 Grey Tank?

Oh, what fun. I go to flush the water system after winter. Since it was just water, I was able to see what came out. First clue: styrofoam pieces.....
in the grey tank? I closed the grey valve...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-17-2009, 10:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,985
Posted By sander17
Yeh, they are sort of 2/3 of a DC power supply,...

Yeh, they are sort of 2/3 of a DC power supply, with the filtering inside the battery. I agree with Howie, I would not use it as a bench charger. The cheapest battery charger at Wally world is a...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-16-2009, 11:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,985
Posted By sander17
Just a few comments about terminology: These...

Just a few comments about terminology:
These are "converters", not transformers (although they have one inside). They are basically a DC power supply. In the late vintage 70's, it was a...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-15-2009, 10:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 26,710
Posted By sander17
Naaa. It's a Simpson meter. You young...

Naaa.
It's a Simpson meter. You young whippersnapper.
:rolleyes:
If the case isn't black bakelite, you can't trust it.........
Forum: On The Road... 04-10-2009, 10:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,084
Posted By sander17
It is not a state park, but the federal...

It is not a state park, but the federal campground at Brevort lake was very nice. Big sites and lots of waterfront. No electric, nor showers, just flush toilets in the bathrooms. It is about 10...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-10-2009, 10:44 AM
Replies: 1,001
Views: 66,908
Posted By sander17
It is cruel and unusual punishment to discuss...

It is cruel and unusual punishment to discuss Halo burgers when I am sitting here at work eating a ham sandwich.

Halo Burgers..........Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh........:)
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 02-05-2009, 10:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,470
Posted By sander17
Another sure sign of a leak on the intake side of...

Another sure sign of a leak on the intake side of the pump is air in the water. A leak on that side may not drip, but you may see "spitting" when running water into the sink. Our previous trailer...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 11-24-2008, 10:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,387
Posted By sander17
Our solution to your boondocking issues: small...

Our solution to your boondocking issues:
small $29 inverter to run the norelco corded whisker remover and a 60 watt TV/DVD combo unit. Run it off the normal trailer batteries.
Mac n Cheeze on the...
Forum: On The Road... 11-06-2008, 05:56 AM
Replies: 3,842
Views: 370,620
Posted By sander17
Unleaded 2.129 Diesel 3.399 Diesel pricing...

Unleaded 2.129
Diesel 3.399
Diesel pricing still makes no sense. The other day the local NPR radio had a story about
a fungus from Argentina that oozes out a liquid that is close enough to diesel...
Forum: Financing 10-30-2008, 10:35 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 22,106
Posted By sander17
A common thought running thru this thread is the...

A common thought running thru this thread is the concept of a corporation being "American". Is there a citizenship test you have to take before buying stock? I am no stock broker, but can't anyone...
Forum: On The Road... 10-27-2008, 10:27 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,090
Posted By sander17
I'm going to have to respectfully disagree with...

I'm going to have to respectfully disagree with Tom. The soil type has nothing to do with how long you can go before pumping. You NEVER want ANY solids to go out into the drain field. Once it is...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-13-2008, 08:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,341
Posted By sander17
Trackers, What year is your truck?

Trackers,
What year is your truck?
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 09-26-2008, 06:58 AM
Replies: 238
Views: 19,461
Posted By sander17
What snow?

The forecast for the rally weekend is highs in the mid-50's to low 60's.
Partly sunny saturday and sunday. Sandals and shorts weather!(and of course, thongs!):brows:
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 09-23-2008, 10:30 AM
Replies: 238
Views: 19,461
Posted By sander17
Smile Cheer up, Laura

NOT EVERYONE is bailing!

As anyone who has lived for at least a year in Michigan can tell you, weather forecasts are not very reliable 2 days in advance, much less 10 days.
For what it's worth,...
Forum: Modifications 09-08-2008, 10:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,575
Posted By sander17
Boy, that generator really drinks the diesel. 25...

Boy, that generator really drinks the diesel. 25 hours uses 100 gallons($439)!!!
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-22-2008, 07:18 AM
Replies: 824
Views: 195,983
Posted By sander17
Camping World

Camping World
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 08-22-2008, 06:27 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,339
Posted By sander17
Valterra vs. Thetford

I would agree. On our '96, the black tank thetford valve has had an ongoing problem of not sealing after a few uses. After removing and cleaning it several times, I added a third valve to the...
Forum: Our Community 08-21-2008, 06:47 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,890
Posted By sander17
Is this a trick question? Just have the butler...

Is this a trick question? Just have the butler carry it in his car!:angel:
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 08-21-2008, 06:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,437
Posted By sander17
Finding big gas leaks

Sometimes the gas leak is too big to look for soap bubbles.
Take an old disposable water bottle, squirt a shot of liquid dish soap in and fill half way. Shake well. Then squirt out the bubbles...
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 08-17-2008, 08:39 PM
Replies: 651
Views: 45,453
Posted By sander17
Wonderful rally! A special thanks to Rhonda and...

Wonderful rally! A special thanks to Rhonda and Dave for the organization and all the special times for the kids. You are officially nominated as the elected hosts for the next 20 Metro-Detroit...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-13-2008, 02:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,200
Posted By sander17
In my humble opinion, I would not go boondocking...

In my humble opinion, I would not go boondocking with those batteries. The last time we went, we ran one battery until the lights got dim and switched to the other.(I know this is not the suggested...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 07-17-2008, 10:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,391
Posted By sander17
Another possibility is a tiny crack in the inlet...

Another possibility is a tiny crack in the inlet side of the pump or plumbing. The suction of the pump will draw air in, causing bubbles for a tiny leak and spitting for a bigger one. This happened...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-14-2008, 10:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,215
Posted By sander17
I guess I type too slowly!

I guess I type too slowly!
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-14-2008, 10:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,215
Posted By sander17
I cannot help you with the converter location,...

I cannot help you with the converter location, but when you find it, check the 115 VAC power going in. If it is there, disconnect the output wiring from one side, and if you do not have the old...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 07-10-2008, 10:57 AM
Replies: 778
Views: 136,253
Posted By sander17
Thumbs up Great minds think alike!

I mounted two of those in the garage over the last few weeks. I paid the big bucks ($14.99) at Wally-World for mine. The diameter of the cord was a bit scary, so I screwed in a couple of eye screws...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 07-10-2008, 07:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,123
Posted By sander17
2air', As part of the diagnosis, I had to open...

2air',
As part of the diagnosis, I had to open the door frame to get the zinc block out, so I know it was ok.

Tonite after work I'll take some more photos with the door mounted. My point and...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 07-09-2008, 08:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,123
Posted By sander17
Hey Roger, Remember the rally in April? Then...

Hey Roger,
Remember the rally in April? Then you know who the driver was.
I'm gonna tell!!!!:lol:
You had better watch out at the Metro Detroit Rally!
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 07-09-2008, 07:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,123
Posted By sander17
a different design

I believe you are thinking of a different design. This door has a zinc block that slides down the channel of the door frame with a headed stainless dowel pin captured inside it. The block is...
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