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Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 04-13-2024, 10:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 270
Posted By Road Geezer
Starlink Antenna Pole

A few weeks ago we popped for a Gen 3 Starlink setup using their Roam plan. So far everything has worked better than our optimistic expectations; but I don’t like the idea of the antenna sitting low...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 03-14-2021, 10:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,485
Posted By Road Geezer
Our leak turned out to be a bit more serious and...

Our leak turned out to be a bit more serious and required a new tank installation. Turns out the drain line leading to the exterior had cracked from too much flexing and bumps. Also where one of...
Forum: On The Road... 02-01-2021, 11:22 PM
Replies: 1,293
Views: 536,418
Posted By Road Geezer
The best, most current way to find which Walmarts...

The best, most current way to find which Walmarts allow overnight parking is to buy the app for your smartphone called Walmart ONP. There are both iPhone and Android versions. We've used it for...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 10-14-2020, 12:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,485
Posted By Road Geezer
Fresh Water Tank leak

We have a 2011 27' FC. It just developed a pretty fast (tank drains in an hour or so) leak. I've connected up city water, and there are no leaks.

BTW: on this model trailer there's pretty easy...
Forum: On The Road... 09-16-2020, 06:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 300
Posted By Road Geezer
Fall-Winter Travel to Grand Teton NP

We are thinking about visiting Grand Teton NP (Gros Vent campground) in late October/early November. We'll be traveling from the SF bay area, probably coming across I80 to somewhere in mid state...
Forum: On The Road... 09-15-2020, 01:46 AM
Replies: 1,293
Views: 536,418
Posted By Road Geezer
I understand your point, and you're correct. ...

I understand your point, and you're correct. That said, we always consult our Walmart ONP app. Very often there are comments from other travelers describing the current conditions at the Walmart...
Forum: On The Road... 09-13-2020, 10:33 PM
Replies: 1,293
Views: 536,418
Posted By Road Geezer
We use an app on our iPhones, Walmart ONP, when...

We use an app on our iPhones, Walmart ONP, when looking for Walmarts where we can spend the night. It's pretty accurate. If the app says onp is allowed, or if we see other RVs and/trucks parked, we...
Forum: On The Road... 07-25-2020, 12:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 947
Posted By Road Geezer
We have visited the Ho Rain Forrest before and...

We have visited the Ho Rain Forrest before and plan a return. Thx for the suggestion. I like the idea of traveling the 101 loop from north to south on the coast side. That brings up another...
Forum: On The Road... 07-21-2020, 12:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 947
Posted By Road Geezer
Thx for, you kind words. I've got new photos to...

Thx for, you kind words. I've got new photos to put up. Chk back in a week or so...
Forum: On The Road... 07-21-2020, 11:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 947
Posted By Road Geezer
Thank you, everyone. I've collected your...

Thank you, everyone. I've collected your suggestions and will use them in planning our trip. I'll post pics when we get back. In the intertim, here's my photo website: 1066PhotographicArt.com

...
Forum: On The Road... 07-20-2020, 09:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 947
Posted By Road Geezer
Washington State Coast

We're planning a mid-to-late September trip to the Washington Coast and I'm looking for recommendations about the best locations for photography. I'm aware that certain tribal locations are closed,...
Forum: On The Road... 05-16-2019, 07:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,395
Posted By Road Geezer
So thank you everyone who offered suggestions. ...

So thank you everyone who offered suggestions. We ended camping in three spots on the Gulf. Here are my impressions.

Crystal Beach, TX. Also Bolivar Peninsula. The RV campgrounds are pretty...
Forum: On The Road... 04-29-2019, 08:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,395
Posted By Road Geezer
Gulf Coast RV Camping Recommendations

Thank you, everyone for your advice and referrals! I’ve made a list of recommended places that we’ll work down starting Tues AM. Love this Forum; you’ll are so willing to help. Thanks again!
Forum: On The Road... 04-27-2019, 11:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,395
Posted By Road Geezer
Gulf Coast RV Camping Recommendations

We’re traveling east along Hw10 from LA to FL. Looking for suggested places to stop and relax along the way.

Thanks for your help.

Paul
Forum: Tires 01-28-2019, 05:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,368
Posted By Road Geezer
Iggy Needs New Sneakers

Based on tread depth--3 - 4/32--our AS, aka IGGY, needs new tires. Right now I have Maxxis 8008's and have been really happy with them. It's been a few years since I bought them, so before I buy...
Forum: On The Road... 01-23-2019, 10:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,245
Posted By Road Geezer
Camping Reservations in Nova Scotia, PEI and New Brunswick

I've looked thru some of the threads re: visiting the Maritime Provinces, but don't see answers to my questions. So, at the risk of repetition, here are a couple I'd appreciate your help on.

We...
Forum: On The Road... 01-23-2019, 10:25 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,454
Posted By Road Geezer
NB, PEI, NS in June/July 2019

We're leaving from San Francisco right after Easter and expect to arrive in the Maritime Provinces area around mid June. We'd like not to have to make camping reservations as our itinerary before...
Forum: On The Road... 12-03-2018, 08:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,113
Posted By Road Geezer
Camping in Nova Scotia, PEI, and New Brunswick

We're planning on visiting relatives on the East Coast and while "in the neighborhood" want to spend some time touring Nova Scotia, PEI, and New Brunswick. Probably won't take in Newfoundland this...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 10-21-2018, 09:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,558
Posted By Road Geezer
I replaced the Sony receiver in our 2011 FC with...

I replaced the Sony receiver in our 2011 FC with an LG Blu-ray DVD deck, installed an hdmi cable to the screen, rand removed the cheesy speakers. I then installed a Bose 24” sound bar that hangs...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-08-2018, 10:35 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,377
Posted By Road Geezer
Read The Manual

These are expensive batteries; I bought 3 31XTs for our AS. I really suggest you download and peruse the manual from their website. It's loaded with heavy duty technical jargon, but there's a lot...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-13-2018, 10:51 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 76,276
Posted By Road Geezer
Easy start discount?

I've been reading about and talking with fellow AS owners about EasyStart. Decided to pop for one in the next week or so.

Somewhere I think I heard that MicroAir gives a discount to AirForum...
Forum: On The Road... 07-11-2018, 12:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,711
Posted By Road Geezer
I tried using a gopro as a dash cam a couple...

I tried using a gopro as a dash cam a couple years ago and gave up. It does have loop recording, but the camera isnt really designed for dashboard use and its cumbersome to operate.



Things...
Forum: On The Road... 04-20-2018, 06:52 PM
Replies: 1,293
Views: 536,418
Posted By Road Geezer
There’s a smartphone app, Allstays ONPWalmart,...

There’s a smartphone app, Allstays ONPWalmart, that provides current status on every Walmart overnight parking. We’ve used it for years. It’s excellent.
Forum: On The Road... 11-26-2017, 08:51 AM
Replies: 1,293
Views: 536,418
Posted By Road Geezer
The best way to find the Walmarts that allow...

The best way to find the Walmarts that allow overnight parking is to use a smartphone app called ONP Walmart. It's available on iPhones and androids and I think it costs about $2. We've used it for...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 10-10-2017, 01:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,331
Posted By Road Geezer
You can buy a relatively small blu ray deck...

You can buy a relatively small blu ray deck almost anywhere. Theyre quite inexpensive. You will then need a small inverter if you want to run the player, TV, and speakers off your batteries. The...
Forum: Steps 09-28-2017, 01:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,793
Posted By Road Geezer
You can buy a short post that fits under the...

You can buy a short post that fits under the bottom step and supports it. Ive seen it on SOBs at RV parks. Camping World probably has them.
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 09-28-2017, 01:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,490
Posted By Road Geezer
Hi John, thanks for the references. They both...

Hi John, thanks for the references. They both hung their Bose sound bars pretty much the same way I did. I noticed that both are newer model screens, so I suspect they didn't encounter the audio...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 09-27-2017, 12:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,490
Posted By Road Geezer
I've played around with the Bose soundbar for a...

I've played around with the Bose soundbar for a couple days now. It seems to be pretty optimized for movie audio. It handles base really and fills the salon area pretty well. Music is OK, not...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 09-26-2017, 11:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,331
Posted By Road Geezer
Just did it

I ripped out the Sony player in our 2011 27' FC. I replaced it with a small LG bluray deck that also plays CDs, etc. The deck--and many competitors--have blutooth connectivity, so you can stream...
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 09-25-2017, 11:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,490
Posted By Road Geezer
Solved(?) the problem

On another thread, an AF member suggested tapping into the hacked RCA back channel coming out the rear panel of my Samsung. Apparently Airstream fiddled with the TV's internal wiring and tapped into...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-24-2017, 09:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,530
Posted By Road Geezer
I couldn't find a 24" vizeo with optical out. ...

I couldn't find a 24" vizeo with optical out. Where did you get it?
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-24-2017, 09:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,530
Posted By Road Geezer
Success!!!!

I tried Wabbiteer's suggestion.

I connected the red/white audio hacked by Airstream into the Samsung's internal speakers into a "Y" connector and plugged it into the Aux port on the back of the...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-24-2017, 09:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,530
Posted By Road Geezer
Its a UN22C4000 series TV. I chatted with...

Its a UN22C4000 series TV. I chatted with Samsung about my problem, they suggested a couple things to try, but neither worked. I'm going to try one more cable option. If that doesn't work, I'll...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-24-2017, 09:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,530
Posted By Road Geezer
Thank you for that idea. I hadn't noticed the...

Thank you for that idea. I hadn't noticed the idea of using the far left port on the Bose. Ill give it a try and post my results.
Forum: Audio, Video & TV 09-24-2017, 01:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,490
Posted By Road Geezer
SAMSUNG TV audio out

I've scanned a lot of threads and I can't seem to find anyone doing what I'm trying. So, here's my plea for help...

I want to install a Bose Solo 5 soundbar under my Samsung TV. The Bose can use...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-24-2017, 01:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,530
Posted By Road Geezer
Upgrading to bluray ... problem

So I decided to improve sound by getting a Bose Solo 5 soundbar to mount under the Samsung TV. I also bought an LG bluray DVD player.

The Bose connected to the TV thru the optical out port.
The...
Forum: On The Road... 08-12-2015, 11:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,175
Posted By Road Geezer
There's a little known camp inside the city of...

There's a little known camp inside the city of Monterrey called Veterans Memorial Park. No hookups but they have hot showers and a dump station. No reservations, and in spite of what their website...
Forum: On The Road... 08-12-2015, 11:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 718
Posted By Road Geezer
Might be a good time to see the NPs in southern...

Might be a good time to see the NPs in southern Utah...
Forum: On The Road... 08-12-2015, 11:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 703
Posted By Road Geezer
I may be too late to help with your storm...

I may be too late to help with your storm problem; but for future reference...we have a 2011 27' Flying Cloud FB. It has two 30 amp plug receptacles that you can use for shore power. One on the...
Forum: On The Road... 08-12-2015, 10:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,865
Posted By Road Geezer
For what it's worth...if you do a search on...

For what it's worth...if you do a search on YouTube using something like "route 2" you'll find some time lapse videos taken with dash cams. One I watched compressed the trip from WA to ME into about...
Forum: On The Road... 08-12-2015, 10:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,994
Posted By Road Geezer
A couple suggested stops based on our experience....

A couple suggested stops based on our experience. On the Olympic Peninsula, if you look closely at a map you will see that Hwy 101 is actually a loop. The eastern leg takes you along the Hood...
Forum: On The Road... 08-12-2015, 10:18 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,819
Posted By Road Geezer
So, with tongue in cheek I offer this advice for...

So, with tongue in cheek I offer this advice for managing neighbors in a campground ... Enjoy.
Forum: On The Road... 08-10-2015, 10:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,197
Posted By Road Geezer
In California, near Jackson in the Sierra...

In California, near Jackson in the Sierra Foothills, you'll find Jackson Rancheria. It's outstanding, full hookups, large level sites, grass and beautiful views. Free shuttle to casino and food. ...
Forum: On The Road... 08-10-2015, 06:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,241
Posted By Road Geezer
We have a battery operated bagless Hoover that...

We have a battery operated bagless Hoover that cost about $150 on Amazon. Works great. We charge the Li ion battery when we have electric hookups.
Forum: On The Road... 08-10-2015, 06:06 PM
Replies: 1,293
Views: 536,418
Posted By Road Geezer
If you have a smart phone, there's an app that...

If you have a smart phone, there's an app that runs on iPhones and/or Androids called ONP Walmart. I think it has just about every Walmart in North America along with a status listing that says...
Forum: Our Community 08-10-2015, 06:00 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 19,354
Posted By Road Geezer
So, another perspective. Our 2011 27' Flying...

So, another perspective. Our 2011 27' Flying Cloud was our first RV EVER; we had tent camped for almost 45 years. We looked at most every permutation of trailer, Class A, Class C we could find. It...
Forum: On The Road... 08-10-2015, 12:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,595
Posted By Road Geezer
I just googled Wheels in Winthrop and it looks to...

I just googled Wheels in Winthrop and it looks to be a one-day event Sep 12, so that shouldn't be a factor as we'll be there a couple weeks later. The campground looks beautiful!
Forum: On The Road... 08-09-2015, 11:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,595
Posted By Road Geezer
North Cascades National Park

We're planning a trip this Fall that will take us to Yellowstone, then North Cascades NP. We'll probably arrive in North Cascades around the end of September. I'm looking for suggestions on where...
Forum: On The Road... 08-09-2015, 10:57 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,164
Posted By Road Geezer
Two years ago we visited friends in SC and ended...

Two years ago we visited friends in SC and ended up camping at James Island. Huge park, convenient, near Charleston, and full hook ups.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-13-2015, 01:50 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,790
Posted By Road Geezer
I used to tow a 2011 27' FC with a Suburban 1500....

I used to tow a 2011 27' FC with a Suburban 1500. All the vehicle ratings and trailer specs were fine; I was within all the limits, although at the upper end of my TV's tow capacity. Everything...
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