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Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-14-2023, 09:24 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,412
Posted By Kilroy
What about putting an inverter in truck, then...

What about putting an inverter in truck, then running an AC cord to a modern battery charger in trailer?
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-03-2023, 09:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,024
Posted By Kilroy
I wouldn’t have it done like that. Though I’m...

I wouldn’t have it done like that. Though I’m sure it’s a lot cheaper. If you’re going to do it, you should do it right. Otherwise I think your wasting your money?
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 06-17-2023, 08:31 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,394
Posted By Kilroy
Yes. You don’t have to replace the whole floor....

Yes. You don’t have to replace the whole floor. Especially if you have soft wood and it’s still there.
If you’d like to private message me, I will call you back and talk to you about it.
I just...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 06-16-2023, 09:04 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,394
Posted By Kilroy
Fix it with a epoxy

If there’s any wood at all left fix it with an epoxy. Incredibly faster. Easier. And probably less expensive. Especially if your time is worth anything.
Forum: Tires 01-09-2023, 05:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,399
Posted By Kilroy
He is right. Never, ever use Slime. I’ve opened...

He is right. Never, ever use Slime. I’ve opened inner tubes in less than a year and Slime is not even close to liquid.

Flat Out works great and will last for years. Also will easily wash out of a...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 12-18-2022, 09:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,746
Posted By Kilroy
Great article. Thanks. I’ve been pondering the...

Great article. Thanks.
I’ve been pondering the same question. I have been using an old 1000 W Honda generator to run a 40 amp AC battery charger to charge batteries on my trailer. I’ve been...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 11-20-2022, 09:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,274
Posted By Kilroy
Thanks.

Thanks.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 09-08-2021, 09:43 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,726
Posted By Kilroy
I believe number two from NeahBay is the main...

I believe number two from NeahBay is the main reason this 3M product fails. When you read the directions and it tells you you have to press on it before putting the second piece on, it tells you it...
Forum: Awnings 06-19-2021, 10:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,751
Posted By Kilroy
Oil where it rotates before your screw around...

Oil where it rotates before your screw around with the springs. I thought I had a issue with mine. But oiling it took care of the problem. When was the last time you oiled it?
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 05-09-2021, 09:37 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 21,599
Posted By Kilroy
I couldn’t say it better myself. I would not pull...

I couldn’t say it better myself. I would not pull a travel trailer without a Hensley or pro pride hitch. There are also some other advantage is other than no sway. You can make a turn as sharp as you...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-22-2021, 09:32 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,316
Posted By Kilroy
I have a cap with opening side windows. Under the...

I have a cap with opening side windows. Under the windows I put boards creating a large shelf across bed. Everything on that shelf is accessible from the side windows. In the bed I put a bed slide....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 08-13-2020, 11:11 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,555
Posted By Kilroy
Nobody seems to have remarked that there were...

Nobody seems to have remarked that there were still two brackets on the roof. That the VHB tape was still holding. It’s possible your bolts holding the panel to the brackets came loose and when they...
Forum: Our Community 05-24-2020, 02:30 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,789
Posted By Kilroy
Not every man is man enough to ride a "girls"...

Not every man is man enough to ride a "girls" bike. If you were to ask me why I ride a "girls" bike my answer would be watching me riding away.
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 02-10-2020, 09:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,578
Posted By Kilroy
What’s the difference between a blue flame heater...

What’s the difference between a blue flame heater and running the burners on your stove?
Forum: On The Road... 11-03-2019, 05:55 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,342
Posted By Kilroy
Creative Overnight Parking Spots

It's obvious the Walmart thread has run its course. From a post by someone on that thread it seems there is a place here to talk about other types of places to try. I haven't searched the site for...
Forum: On The Road... 11-03-2019, 05:47 AM
Replies: 1,293
Views: 537,068
Posted By Kilroy
Never considered these places. There are...

Never considered these places. There are certainly many of them around, especially Home Depot. Do you ask permission? Of course there is probably no one to ask. I know Cabelas would allow parking...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 06-06-2019, 10:05 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,394
Posted By Kilroy
As long as you have at least spongy plywood. Make...

As long as you have at least spongy plywood. Make sure it is totally dry. Drill 1/4 inch holes every half inch in the stronger plywood surrounding the spongy part. Spread epoxy resin over the whole...
Forum: On The Road... 02-10-2019, 10:03 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,231
Posted By Kilroy
Checked this site, Blank page came up. When was...

Checked this site, Blank page came up. When was last you used?
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 02-08-2019, 10:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,557
Posted By Kilroy
I have a NH and interested in your experiment.

I have a NH and interested in your experiment.
Forum: Tires 12-24-2018, 10:09 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 15,058
Posted By Kilroy
Ditto, OTRA15. My Milwaukee M18 is better...

Ditto, OTRA15.
My Milwaukee M18 is better than the air wrench’s I’ve had. You can also have it on the road.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-05-2018, 12:28 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,742
Posted By Kilroy
Bought Zamp flat 4 year ago in Q. Failed after 2...

Bought Zamp flat 4 year ago in Q. Failed after 2 years. Output way down. When I attempted to test each panel individually, found wire insulation rotting off. 5 year warranty. Zamp good about...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 10-31-2018, 12:00 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,742
Posted By Kilroy
Use scraper blade on multitool. Who’s going to...

Use scraper blade on multitool. Who’s going to see a couple of scratches on roof. Finish cleaning with carb cleaner. Saves hours.
Forum: Full-Timing 10-23-2018, 04:57 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 17,529
Posted By Kilroy
AMP power steps

AMP power steps
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-22-2018, 08:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,832
Posted By Kilroy
It doesn’t have a Airstream logo on it, but an...

It doesn’t have a Airstream logo on it, but an older Avion costs much less than an Airstream and came with a more substantial frame. They were direct competitors for about 30 years. When I was doing...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-28-2018, 10:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 22,900
Posted By Kilroy
I have a NH for a few years now. We add a cup of...

I have a NH for a few years now. We add a cup of vinager to each tank after dumping and it keeps the smell down. Old urine smells worse than old poop! The urine dumping gets to be a pain, especially...
Forum: Airstream Trailer Forums 09-05-2018, 11:33 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 17,534
Posted By Kilroy
Till I read about stealing with the emergency...

Till I read about stealing with the emergency chaings, thought my Hensley hitch would act as a deterrent.
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 08-19-2018, 06:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,138
Posted By Kilroy
Hail Detection

Friend turned me on to app, Radar Scope. Costs $10 but gives up to date Doppler radar map. He pays an extra $100 per year for a hail alert. Figures it’s worth it to know when to run and hide Tesla.
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 07-22-2018, 04:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,971
Posted By Kilroy
I drive around campgrounds and say “look, there’s...

I drive around campgrounds and say “look, there’s a Bigfoot”, or Escape, or Avion.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-08-2018, 05:54 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 12,094
Posted By Kilroy
Dash cam

My research led me to Street Guardian. Very good reviews. I’m happy with mine. If you want more memory, saved some money by buying a less memory model then switching out the mini SD card.
Forum: On The Road... 06-05-2018, 12:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,286
Posted By Kilroy
Lasr month we were in Moab. There was not one...

Lasr month we were in Moab. There was not one private campground site available for two nights in the whole town. Turned out to be a blessing. We found a nice spot on some BLM land.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-01-2018, 09:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,313
Posted By Kilroy
400 Watts probably isn’t enough for charger. I...

400 Watts probably isn’t enough for charger. I run battery charger off generator. More efficient than generator alone or plugging in trailer.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-05-2018, 12:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,850
Posted By Kilroy
From what I’ve experienced I would go with a...

From what I’ve experienced I would go with a Hensley or Propride. Had a dual cam. Switched to a Hensley. Wife noticed difference before we got out of town! Your 16’ is going to be more likely to sway...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-02-2018, 02:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,841
Posted By Kilroy
My philosophy, most of the time, of working on...

My philosophy, most of the time, of working on the roof of trailer has been; out of sight, out of mind. I use a multi tool with the scraper blade, works great. Final clean up with carburetor or brake...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-06-2018, 10:09 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 12,094
Posted By Kilroy
Like GCinSC2 I have a cap with side opening...

Like GCinSC2 I have a cap with side opening windows. A Jason, also has an extra 5 in of height. Have made a shelf of 1x8 boards across the cap. Use many smaller boards as it makes it easier to...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-03-2018, 09:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,607
Posted By Kilroy
Replacement is on the way. Covered under lifetime...

Replacement is on the way. Covered under lifetime warranty. $95 shipping (weighs 98 lbs) and $500 deposit. I get deposit back when I send broke part back.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-01-2018, 07:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,607
Posted By Kilroy
Hensley’s web site phone number says 24/7....

Hensley’s web site phone number says 24/7. Thought I’d try as I believe it ok to use hitch as is, just won’t have weight distribution, but would feel better with Hensley confirmation. At choices at...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 12-31-2017, 12:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,607
Posted By Kilroy
Hensley broke, how long warranty?

Discovered Hensley is broke around lower plate on right bearing on WD bar. Break doesn’t look fresh as is covered with grease. We were in Alaska last summer with huge frost heaves in Canada and...
Forum: Tires 10-01-2017, 06:58 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,506
Posted By Kilroy
I replaced all 4 of mine with Goodyear Endurance...

I replaced all 4 of mine with Goodyear Endurance tires this may. 10,000 miles later they still look fine. I think they got this right after the Marathon debacle.
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 10-01-2017, 09:54 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,039
Posted By Kilroy
Nice installation. I've a weboost in my truck....

Nice installation. I've a weboost in my truck. I've picked up a extra exterior and interior antenna which I thought I would put on trailer, but they are the same as is what is on the truck. I haven't...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 09-20-2017, 09:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,712
Posted By Kilroy
What he said. Don't try and adjust the height to...

What he said. Don't try and adjust the height to match, you already have that when you just start to take the weight off the tonque. I use the wheel chocks that open up between the wheels. I have...
Forum: On The Road... 08-29-2017, 09:33 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,363
Posted By Kilroy
Correct a sway

A 5 million mile trucker without an accident said that it is counterintuitive, but if the trailer is swaying, you should accelerate to stop the swaying. I just use a Hensley.
Forum: Stoves, Ovens & Microwaves 07-21-2017, 12:41 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,653
Posted By Kilroy
While it is a portable stove, our Jet Boil Base...

While it is a portable stove, our Jet Boil Base camp will adjust from "tiny to scary". At scary if will boil 6 cups in the 9" pan that came with it (special pan) in about 2 minutes.
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 07-08-2017, 04:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,033
Posted By Kilroy
I had this happened to me a couple of months ago....

I had this happened to me a couple of months ago. Oops
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 06-25-2017, 10:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,038
Posted By Kilroy
Better a hitch lock. Or just use a Hensley!

Better a hitch lock. Or just use a Hensley!
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 06-24-2017, 06:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,038
Posted By Kilroy
I wouldn't take the time to lock and unlock them....

I wouldn't take the time to lock and unlock them. Put them on and take a little tug on the trailer and you'll see how easy it is they pop right off. Don't ask me how I know.
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 06-17-2017, 12:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,273
Posted By Kilroy
I put on those new Goodyear tires couple of...

I put on those new Goodyear tires couple of thousand ago. Seem pretty good
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-04-2017, 11:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,578
Posted By Kilroy
I assume you should see amount of amps going in...

I assume you should see amount of amps going in to battery. I do with Trimetric. Just look at amps with out TV running, then start TV and look again.
Forum: On The Road... 05-13-2017, 04:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,646
Posted By Kilroy
Dropped AAA when I discovered they wouldn't cover...

Dropped AAA when I discovered they wouldn't cover a breakdown of my boat trailer.

Have used GS for 3 years. Last year got stuck in sand with trailer and TV. Probably saved four years worth of...
Forum: On The Road... 04-27-2017, 01:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,563
Posted By Kilroy
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Know someone who parked their polished Avion under a open building (no sides) in a farmers field in the off season. Came back in spring and found lower part of trailer trashed. Farmers bull was...
Forum: On The Road... 03-09-2017, 12:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,725
Posted By Kilroy
You pulll an Airsteam, burn fuel like crazy when...

You pulll an Airsteam, burn fuel like crazy when your traveling. Can't understand why you're too cheap to spend a few bucks on Allstay app.
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