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Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-30-2018, 06:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,346
Posted By RivetNV
Towing 30' Classic with Tundra

There are a lot of people that seem to be concerned about towing with half ton trucks and I wanted to share our experiences and a few helpful upgrades that made a difference for us.

We have been...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 04-15-2015, 12:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,155
Posted By RivetNV
Questions about installing portable solar

I understand that the idea of "installing" portable solar almost sounds like an oxymoron, so let me preface this with the explanation that, to me, electricity is nearly indistinguishable from magic....
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 11-25-2014, 08:40 AM
Replies: 235
Views: 25,001
Posted By RivetNV
Hiatus

Loved it! Loved it! Loved it!

Thank you Felver family.

Regardless of the date, we will do our best to be there. Charmaine and I have been to Hunting Island in early November five...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-01-2014, 11:45 AM
Replies: 235
Views: 25,001
Posted By RivetNV
We've signed up for site #88. Coming in on the...

We've signed up for site #88. Coming in on the 19th.
Can't wait to see everyone, new full-timers in 30' Classic
Charmaine & John Griffith


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Forum: On The Road... 02-19-2014, 06:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,932
Posted By RivetNV
Bbelk could you please elaborate on your...

Bbelk could you please elaborate on your techniques for dealing with ground clearance issues? " block and front hitch"

I used two boards for leveling our 20' safari. I cut the ends at a 45 degree...
Forum: On The Road... 01-27-2014, 06:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,999
Posted By RivetNV
We have enjoyed the Harry Bosch and Lincoln...

We have enjoyed the Harry Bosch and Lincoln Lawyer series quite a bit. Also, My man Jeeves, if you can find it, is a good and humorous story.
The Overdrive app is a great way to go, as we check...
Forum: On The Road... 01-27-2014, 06:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,932
Posted By RivetNV
Camper Length

My wife and I are about to begin looking for our next airstream, and are looking to go as long as 30'. Our previous size was a 20' front bed. We enjoyed the flexibility of always being able to get...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 09-21-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 522
Posted By RivetNV
2007 Airstream Safari 20’ - Georgia

Title: 2007 Airstream Safari 20’ - Georgia
We just listed our 2007 Airstream Safari for Sale on Airstream Classifieds.

Year: 2007 Make: Airstream Model: Safari Length: 20'
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-08-2013, 08:18 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,931
Posted By RivetNV
Gene, thank you for the clarification. I was...

Gene, thank you for the clarification. I was thinking that The Nissan Titan had the receiver replaced, but now I understand that the reese was his sway control. My mistake.

I think I read...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-02-2013, 06:07 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,931
Posted By RivetNV
Steve I think I recall that you wanted to...

Steve

I think I recall that you wanted to avoid suicide doors. Is there a practical reason, or is it just personal preference?

Mike

Did your Titan come with a hitch installed? I have...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-01-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,931
Posted By RivetNV
Towing larger trailers with SUV or 1/2 ton trucks

Steve H

Thank you for the link to your thread on the same topic. Very good reading.

Doug

That's good to know about the 25'. The 25s I have looked at have quite a bit more gross weight as...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-29-2013, 08:52 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,931
Posted By RivetNV
Towing larger trailers with SUV or 1/2 ton trucks

We are considering moving from our 20'FB Safari to a larger and as yet indeterminate size. I have read a lot of posts for and against going to trailer sizes longer than 25' and towing with a regular...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 08-13-2011, 01:01 PM
Replies: 327
Views: 31,311
Posted By RivetNV
Stone Mountain Rally

We have been to the last five rallies in Hiawassee. We enjoy these rallies, but would likely skip the one in stone mountain. We really like the setting in Hiawassee.
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 06-14-2011, 07:59 AM
Replies: 327
Views: 31,311
Posted By RivetNV
Falluminum is almost fulluminum

We have A17 and were told that only two sites remain available. Alan thanks for putting this together. We always really enjoy it and are looking forward to it!
Forum: Other Rallies & Events 04-08-2011, 08:58 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,564
Posted By RivetNV
I love the boondockers club idea and support it...

I love the boondockers club idea and support it wholeheartedly. We're located in the southeast. not sure if we can make the rally in WV, but would try. How to stay informed on the developments?
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 11-25-2009, 07:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,382
Posted By RivetNV
All great information. Thanks very much.

All great information. Thanks very much.
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 11-17-2009, 07:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,382
Posted By RivetNV
These are great insights. Thank you so much. ...

These are great insights. Thank you so much. Additional question. if I get a regular electric air compressor, is a one gallon enough? I'm am considering space more than cost here. Also, are...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 11-17-2009, 04:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,382
Posted By RivetNV
Compressor Question

I'm trying to find a way to get double duty from my equipment and am wondering if blowing out the lines for Winter can be accomplished by either; reversing a wet/dry vac., or one of those portable...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 05-22-2009, 11:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,996
Posted By RivetNV
Tom, thanks. That is one of the options we have...

Tom, thanks. That is one of the options we have considered. We wanted to explore our other ones, as we had hoped to stay at or below 20K and we have yet to run across a safari sport 22 for less than...
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 05-22-2009, 08:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,996
Posted By RivetNV
Larger bed in a smaller trailer

It had to happen sometime. My first post.

I'm 6'3" and would like a bed at least 78" long and would like it to be a minimum of 54" wide so that my wife and I can sleep somewhat comfortably...
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