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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-27-2022, 11:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,206
Posted By NY24
To get a COMPLETE and PROPER weighing, you need...

To get a COMPLETE and PROPER weighing, you need to get ALL wheel positions weighed INDEPENDENTLY. Escapees RV Club, RVSEF and other RV groups offer this import service, usually at a modest fee....
Forum: Tires 10-17-2022, 08:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,733
Posted By NY24
NO Time for a new tire.

NO Time for a new tire.
Forum: On The Road... 08-13-2022, 07:50 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,762
Posted By NY24
My advice to be to pay CLOSE ATTENTION to the...

My advice to be to pay CLOSE ATTENTION to the floor plan of ANY RV's you're considering. Small differences in lay outs can make BIG differences as to how happy and user friendly an RV can be. I'd say...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-07-2022, 03:02 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,324
Posted By NY24
"I probably don't weigh as often as I should, to...

"I probably don't weigh as often as I should, to account for modifications and how I've packed for a given trip."

Unless your "packing" is WILDLY different or, you make SUBSTANTIAL changes to your...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 07-28-2022, 11:02 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,696
Posted By NY24
Once the word "TOWERS" is used, we're talking...

Once the word "TOWERS" is used, we're talking about CELLULAR PHONE service; NOT WiFi as the SOURCE. IF you can reach and connect to a cell tower, you MAY be able to use your device (smartphone,...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 07-27-2022, 10:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,696
Posted By NY24
Remember, for ANY WiFi booster to "work" there...

Remember, for ANY WiFi booster to "work" there MUST be a viable WiFi signal for said booster to work with. As already stated, these days, MOST WiFi service is ENCRYPTED. If you don't know the...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 06-12-2022, 12:04 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,137
Posted By NY24
this!!!

this!!!
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 05-18-2022, 09:30 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,789
Posted By NY24
"The pictures you posted don’t show much damage....

"The pictures you posted don’t show much damage. Am I missing something?"

My thoughts exactly. I would NOT file an insurance claim (or even talk to my insurance company about it). Either live with...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 05-18-2022, 09:24 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,680
Posted By NY24
Condolences but, you've just become a member of a...

Condolences but, you've just become a member of a VERY large "club oops". Once the damage is repaired, consider putting a tag up front on that jack as a reminder to check the rear stabilizers BEFORE...
Forum: Bumpers & Bumper Storage 05-15-2022, 03:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,871
Posted By NY24
As already mentioned, I believe it's a STATE by...

As already mentioned, I believe it's a STATE by STATE issue. I was a LEO in NY for 30+ years. I dob't the V&T law regarding this has changed BUT, as of 2011, the V&T Law CLEARLY stated that a number...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 04-28-2022, 11:29 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 10,057
Posted By NY24
WHATEVER the PLACARD that the manufacturer...

WHATEVER the PLACARD that the manufacturer installed is what goes. There ARE "Remanufacturers" who are legally licensed to ALTER the OEM ratings by affixing a SECOND, UPDATED PLACARD. The bottom line...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 04-26-2022, 12:08 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 10,057
Posted By NY24
I do NOT care what games are played for "tax...

I do NOT care what games are played for "tax purposes". The PLACARD affixed by the manufacturer is THE "bible" that states what the manufacturer deems safe. Many components (frame, drive line,...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 04-25-2022, 02:08 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 10,057
Posted By NY24
Am I the only one who is wondering if the 2016...

Am I the only one who is wondering if the 2016 Porsche Cayenne S is ENOUGH Tow Vehicle for what you want to do. I have ZERO knowledge of said TV but, I DO know how easy it is to EXCEED one or more of...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 02-23-2022, 11:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,581
Posted By NY24
I'd say a check valve / back-flow prevention...

I'd say a check valve / back-flow prevention device.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-23-2022, 10:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,097
Posted By NY24
If you're worried about making right turns in a...

If you're worried about making right turns in a town / city/ metropolitan area, remember: THREE LEFT turns = ONE RIGHT turn.
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 02-20-2022, 03:22 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,284
Posted By NY24
If you have to deal with an unreasonable HOA, get...

If you have to deal with an unreasonable HOA, get your "Technician" Amateur License ("ham" radio; the Technician and General Licenses are VERY easy tests). Then, put up an antenna which, by FEDERAL...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-06-2022, 01:48 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 5,502
Posted By NY24
I do NOT see ICEs or gasoline going away anytime...

I do NOT see ICEs or gasoline going away anytime soon (say the next 10+ years). Big oil is NOT just going to roll over and go away. That and the fact that SO many ICE vehicles are (and will remain)...
Forum: On The Road... 11-29-2021, 11:10 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,485
Posted By NY24
Glad it went well. As for backing in the driveway...

Glad it went well. As for backing in the driveway in the dark, I would have pulled straight in, gone to bed and dealt with "getting it right" AFTER sunrise (which I've done several times in the past).
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 11-21-2021, 03:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,890
Posted By NY24
I understand that the plastic used for the FRESH...

I understand that the plastic used for the FRESH water should NOT have sanitizing solution left in it for an EXTENDED period of time. Carefully follow the instructions on whatever sanitizing...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 11-14-2021, 12:30 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,662
Posted By NY24
I would NOT recommend that anyone ignore SAFETY...

I would NOT recommend that anyone ignore SAFETY placards that the manufacturer has affixed (and are legally REQUIRED by Federal regulations). BEFORE said placards are affixed, trained engineers...
Forum: On The Road... 11-10-2021, 11:50 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,485
Posted By NY24
"We can shorten the trip by about an hour if we...

"We can shorten the trip by about an hour if we take the Cross Sound Ferry."

Time to wake up. FOUR (or more) HOURS to drive around depending upon traffic volume. Call the ferry you plan on using,...
Forum: Full-Timing 11-03-2021, 11:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,725
Posted By NY24
It's been several years since I had this...

It's been several years since I had this "problem". The USPS would only hold mail for one month. They will allow people you've authorized, to pick up said accrued mail and, I imagine another 30 day...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 09-15-2021, 08:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,413
Posted By NY24
50 different states, EACH state with multiple...

50 different states, EACH state with multiple counties, what could possibly go wrong? (sarcasm)

The fact that you met with the buyer, met his family and saw his home, used his tow vehicle and...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-08-2021, 07:29 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,435
Posted By NY24
A REALLLLLLLLY LONNNNNNG ethernet cable, the...

A REALLLLLLLLY LONNNNNNG ethernet cable, the other end which is connected to a good internet source....... ;)
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-05-2021, 03:35 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,721
Posted By NY24
NO, Go on a "diet" instead and reduce your hitch...

NO, Go on a "diet" instead and reduce your hitch weight until is is UNDER the 800# rating (and you should also allow for a "Safety Factor"). You should also get a "Smart Weigh" done. It's a modest...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 08-29-2021, 02:46 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,628
Posted By NY24
NICE set up!

NICE set up!
Forum: Our Community 08-15-2021, 01:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,794
Posted By NY24
Insufficient water in the black tank is probably...

Insufficient water in the black tank is probably the most common cause of blank tank problems.

Periodically, pour a kettleful of HOT (NOT boiling) water down into the toilet. On travel days, I'll...
Forum: 2016 - Current Classic (all lengths) 08-15-2021, 01:30 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 9,015
Posted By NY24
I made the trip several years ago just to take...

I made the trip several years ago just to take the factory tour. WELL worth the time and miles in my opinion.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-11-2021, 10:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,588
Posted By NY24
I'm supposed to wash & wax under solar...

I'm supposed to wash & wax under solar panels?????? :w00t2:
Forum: Refrigerators 07-29-2021, 01:40 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,959
Posted By NY24
NO. I SPECIFIED that it IS an RV refridgerator. I...

NO. I SPECIFIED that it IS an RV refridgerator. I forget what type of compressor Samsung has decided on.

I just did a quick Google search. LOTS of reports of problems with Samsung RV fridges so,...
Forum: Refrigerators 07-28-2021, 03:28 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,959
Posted By NY24
Samsung has been making RV compressor...

Samsung has been making RV compressor refridgerators for some time now.
Forum: On The Road... 07-28-2021, 03:24 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,332
Posted By NY24
That'll buff right out.........;)

That'll buff right out.........;)
Forum: On The Road... 05-26-2021, 02:54 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,316
Posted By NY24
CAN you drive better that 200~300 miles per day?...

CAN you drive better that 200~300 miles per day? Of course you can. The real question is SHOULD you? Do you want to arrive after dark? Are you familiar enough with the route that you're NOT likely to...
Forum: Base Camp 05-26-2021, 02:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,593
Posted By NY24
Just say NO! These "Protection Programs"...

Just say NO!

These "Protection Programs" mainly to protect the dealer's bottom line.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-04-2021, 06:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,280
Posted By NY24
Buyers, upon arrival to pick up their new rig...

Buyers, upon arrival to pick up their new rig should show the dealership that they have the "final payment" (often a Certified Check) but, DO NOT hand said final payment over (or sign any papers) ...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 03-01-2021, 12:25 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,983
Posted By NY24
"Lastly, any general/go too advice for noobs!" ...

"Lastly, any general/go too advice for noobs!"

YES! Find and attend an RV Boot Camp. Escapees, FMCA, RVSEF, RV~Dreams (and possibly other groups) off this important training. At RVBC, over a...
Forum: On The Road... 02-28-2021, 08:51 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,827
Posted By NY24
I know I-70 easily gets you out of CO BUT, you...

I know I-70 easily gets you out of CO BUT, you DON'T want to take I-70 through PA, Head north and get on I-80 (maybe once you're EAST of Chicago) which will take you up to the GW Bridge (you need the...
Forum: On The Road... 02-07-2021, 01:16 AM
Replies: 1,293
Views: 536,544
Posted By NY24
I signed up for Harvest Hosts BUT, never used...

I signed up for Harvest Hosts BUT, never used them. The idea of me driving 30+ miles off a major road only to be limited to ONE night of "free" camping (where I'd be expected to buy some of whatever...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-31-2020, 07:48 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 16,316
Posted By NY24
"The pink stuff" is doing EXACTLY what it was...

"The pink stuff" is doing EXACTLY what it was intended and designed to do.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-19-2020, 11:25 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,082
Posted By NY24
"When the 50 amp is plugged in, you are suppling...

"When the 50 amp is plugged in, you are suppling the trailer with 220 volts ?"

"Yes"

This may be your problem. VERY few RVs use actual 240VAC (think uber high end diesel pushers like some...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-15-2020, 12:25 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,082
Posted By NY24
1: it appears that somewhere, you have a loose /...

1: it appears that somewhere, you have a loose / failed connection.

2: as for tightening panel connections, do NOT over torque them! They only need ~ 25 INCH pounds (which is VERY easy to exceed)....
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 09-23-2020, 01:10 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,359
Posted By NY24
I had a 2010, 3500 Series Sprinter van. The...

I had a 2010, 3500 Series Sprinter van. The Owner's Manual was VERY specific as to what oil could be used. The manual listed ~ 21 DIFFERENT brands / types of oil NONE OF WHICH were available locally...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 09-21-2020, 08:59 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,534
Posted By NY24
JUMBO shrimp George Carlin did a...

JUMBO shrimp


George Carlin did a whole routine on this topic.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-16-2020, 11:28 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,914
Posted By NY24
An RVer can get by nicely with BASIC electrical...

An RVer can get by nicely with BASIC electrical tools. Several vendors sell a "Basic Three Pack". A DMM, a NCVT and an Outlet Tester. These "basic sets" often sell for ~ $30 and often include a...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-27-2020, 10:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,602
Posted By NY24
You understand that, as a newbie, you don't know...

You understand that, as a newbie, you don't know what you don't know (that alone puts you ahead of most RV newbies). In RVing, there's a LOT you DO need to know because, unlike a traditional "sticks...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 08-09-2020, 07:35 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 26,792
Posted By NY24
Might be more like 2~4 years; otherwise, I agree.

Might be more like 2~4 years; otherwise, I agree.
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 08-03-2020, 08:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,304
Posted By NY24
As new RVers, the BEST advice I can give is to...

As new RVers, the BEST advice I can give is to attend an RV Boot Camp once it's safe to start holding them again. I read that the Escapees RV Club was going to run a virtual RVBC. There is SO MUCH to...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-03-2020, 08:30 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,248
Posted By NY24
Where can I buy me a 2105 Airstream? If...

Where can I buy me a 2105 Airstream?

If that's what you actually have, I'd be happy to take it off your hands. ;)
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-30-2020, 07:33 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,020
Posted By NY24
As already mentioned; BUY the TRAILER FIRST. ...

As already mentioned; BUY the TRAILER FIRST.

Far too many newbies (and not so new) get the vehicle and then fall in love with a trailer that is TOO HEAVY for the truck. That virtually guarantees...
Forum: Tires 05-20-2020, 06:02 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 18,890
Posted By NY24
MOST trailer tires have a "Speed Rating" of LESS...

MOST trailer tires have a "Speed Rating" of LESS THAN 70mph. I cringe when I see anybody zipping down the road at speeds well over 60mph. That's just an accident waiting to happen.

Point#2: Did...
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