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Forum: Generators & Solar Power 11-09-2023, 03:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,083
Posted By sb55
I have a 200 watt Renogy solar suitcase that is...

I have a 200 watt Renogy solar suitcase that is about 5 years old. It works great. I just use the clamps right to the batteries and can close the box. It’s very easy.
Forum: On The Road... 11-01-2023, 07:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,215
Posted By sb55
I stayed at Dumplin Valley a few years ago in...

I stayed at Dumplin Valley a few years ago in October. I think that we were the only one there. Amazing since it’s so close to Pigeon Forge.
Forum: The Rally Zone 10-16-2023, 07:51 PM
Replies: 426
Views: 153,250
Posted By sb55
Evening glow at Pre-Alumalina. 437889

Evening glow at Pre-Alumalina. 437889
Forum: Steps 10-11-2023, 06:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 882
Posted By sb55
I found this hack on either the forums or AA Fb...

I found this hack on either the forums or AA Fb page. It’s a 28” water shut off/curb stop “key”. It works great and is about $21.00 on Amazon.
Not as pretty as the OPs. But I don’t have a...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 09-20-2023, 01:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,906
Posted By sb55
There was a thread on this. I called the company...

There was a thread on this. I called the company and they would have sent a replacement, but I couldn’t get to the connection and didn’t want to cut and splice. They would only send a replacement if...
Forum: Roof 09-18-2023, 12:49 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 245
Posted By sb55
De-sap and wax the roof

I’ll admit that I haven’t waxed the roof in a couple of years. We have cottonwood poplar trees that drop messy yellow sticky sap balls. I’ve found they the best way melt it is with Krud Kutter. I...
Forum: The Rally Zone 09-12-2023, 02:47 PM
Replies: 426
Views: 153,250
Posted By sb55
Please scroll back in the thread because it is...

Please scroll back in the thread because it is all explained. There is even a map.
There is no reserving a specific site. When you get there find an empty one and then go check in to the main...
Forum: On The Road... 08-22-2023, 05:02 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 26,320
Posted By sb55
Welcome to Vermont!

Welcome to Vermont!
Forum: On The Road... 08-08-2023, 04:40 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 26,320
Posted By sb55
Why did you decide to not take the Rivian on this...

Why did you decide to not take the Rivian on this trip?
Forum: The Rally Zone 05-29-2023, 02:54 PM
Replies: 426
Views: 153,250
Posted By sb55
Please add Skip and Barbara

Please add Skip and Barbara
Forum: Tires 05-27-2023, 02:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,342
Posted By sb55
You should call their customer service. I have...

You should call their customer service. I have the book and wanted to change the pressures. Book was confusing so I called. The phone rep was great and walked me through it an a couple of minutes.
Forum: On The Road... 04-27-2023, 06:17 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 17,656
Posted By sb55
Which vehicle is towing Lucy home?

Which vehicle is towing Lucy home?
Forum: Winter Living 07-27-2022, 07:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,988
Posted By sb55
420172 This is what we did. Sewed Velcro to the...

420172
This is what we did. Sewed Velcro to the fabric and peel n stick Velcro the the aluminum.
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 07-25-2022, 10:26 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,617
Posted By sb55
Me to. I have summer rentals and 5 ancient septic...

Me to. I have summer rentals and 5 ancient septic fields on one property. The septic guy said to only use Scott’s, which we buy at Costco. He said that Kirkland was the worst one to use.
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 07-20-2022, 12:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,201
Posted By sb55
I keep a spray bottle of soapy water in the...

I keep a spray bottle of soapy water in the bathroom. I spritz before #2 and a few spritzes afterwards when necessary. It really saves water.
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-14-2022, 01:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,234
Posted By sb55
Voyager Backup Camera Removal

My Voyager camera has moisture in it and they will send me a new camera under warranty when I return this one.
I know that I saw a post before on how to disconnect it, but I can’t find it now.
Is...
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 05-03-2022, 01:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,151
Posted By sb55
I bought the rims and also have the spare. I...

I bought the rims and also have the spare. I don’t need it. I’m in Chapel Hill through Saturday. DM me if you want it.
Forum: Airstream Classifieds 04-30-2022, 06:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,151
Posted By sb55
I’m interested. For some reason this won’t let me...

I’m interested. For some reason this won’t let me PM you from the classified. Can you pm me?
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 04-26-2022, 02:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,279
Posted By sb55
How about a pair of stainless rock guards? Are...

How about a pair of stainless rock guards? Are Argosy’s wide body like the new ones or the narrower style?
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 04-14-2022, 06:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,252
Posted By sb55
I think that you split your valve. I put a...

I think that you split your valve.
I put a wrench on the brass hex part that is screwed into the water heater. The screen is in that part still attached to your heater.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-26-2022, 08:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,250
Posted By sb55
I just bought 2 group 24 Agm on sale. I wanted...

I just bought 2 group 24 Agm on sale. I wanted plug and play and finding ones with both of the top connectors (lead lug and screw post) limited what was available. I got Delco and they ended up...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 03-02-2022, 10:17 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 9,002
Posted By sb55
I keep a squirt bottle of soapy water in the...

I keep a squirt bottle of soapy water in the bathroom. Give a few squirts before and after and problem is solved for me.
Forum: WBCCI Rallies & Events 02-19-2022, 10:59 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 20,020
Posted By sb55
Please add Skip and Barbara. We had planned to...

Please add Skip and Barbara. We had planned to leave Vermont on April 18 and head South anyway. This seems like a great time. If we have any glitches we will certainly let you know.
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 01-29-2022, 01:01 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,871
Posted By sb55
411210411211411212 This is what I did. 1” rigid...

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This is what I did. 1” rigid foam insulation, then new plywood 1” narrower than the mattress. We Velcroed fabric to the walls to cut down on the chill factor when winter camping.
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 01-27-2022, 02:20 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,871
Posted By sb55
Yes. The factory plywood on my 2018 was about 4”...

Yes. The factory plywood on my 2018 was about 4” too narrow. I tried to attach pictures but it won’t work today!
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 01-27-2022, 02:01 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,871
Posted By sb55
+1 for twins. We added 1” foam and a new wider...

+1 for twins. We added 1” foam and a new wider plywood base under the mattress. Then we made “baby bumpers” for the wall next to the beds. Cold and condensation cured!
Forum: Tires 01-25-2022, 04:40 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,964
Posted By sb55
Discount Tire is buying Tire Rack. So maybe those...

Discount Tire is buying Tire Rack. So maybe those of us without a Discount Tire store close will have a better chance mail ordering from Tire Rack.
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 12-04-2021, 07:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,398
Posted By sb55
408762408763 I had a 2004 Safari with bad...

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I had a 2004 Safari with bad filiform along the belt line. This was my solution.
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 11-18-2021, 09:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,652
Posted By sb55
Is that the fresh water inlet? They fail. (And...

Is that the fresh water inlet? They fail. (And it had nothing to do with hot water.)
It took me a while to figure out what was happening. The problem is is also leaks between the walls and wets the...
Forum: On The Road... 11-05-2021, 07:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 518
Posted By sb55
87 to 287 in Suffern isn’t horrible. I did it...

87 to 287 in Suffern isn’t horrible. I did it last week in the opposite direction. 287 is busy, but 4 lane wide in spots. Then take 18 in Edison to Monmouth County.
Forum: The Rally Zone 10-26-2021, 06:25 AM
Replies: 485
Views: 159,245
Posted By sb55
Thanks to John and all who made the rally happen....

Thanks to John and all who made the rally happen. I think that this was our 5th time attending Alumilina.
We stayed on Sunday night and were amazed by the sunset. 407016
Forum: The Rally Zone 10-02-2021, 11:16 AM
Replies: 485
Views: 159,245
Posted By sb55
We did JC to the same rally 2 years ago. We...

We did JC to the same rally 2 years ago. We didn’t have much time and did it in one day. I-75 south to I-40 eastbound. I think that it was about 500 miles, but it was a beautiful day with no traffic....
Forum: The Rally Zone 07-01-2021, 08:16 AM
Replies: 485
Views: 159,245
Posted By sb55
Please add Skip and Barbara

Please add Skip and Barbara
Forum: On The Road... 06-13-2021, 05:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,600
Posted By sb55
What kind of campground and what side, NY or VT....

What kind of campground and what side, NY or VT. Full hookups? In the Islands, maybe Apple Island Resort. Rustic? Grand Isle State Park.
In Plattsburgh, NY: Cumberland Bay park.
Also check out...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-07-2021, 06:13 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 13,377
Posted By sb55
I have a 2017 Silverado LTZ extended cab with 6.2...

I have a 2017 Silverado LTZ extended cab with 6.2 and Max Tow. My payload sticker is 2054. I tow. 2018 FC30 and have towed it about 30,000 miles. Great truck and no issues at all.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 04-13-2021, 01:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,097
Posted By sb55
Has anyone just eliminated the mixing valve? My...

Has anyone just eliminated the mixing valve?
My 2004 did not have one. My 2018 FC valve needs cleaning frequently and the hot pressure is never that great.
I would cap the cold feed and install an...
Forum: On The Road... 02-21-2021, 03:39 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,831
Posted By sb55
No great choices. Try to take the Tappan Zee...

No great choices.
Try to take the Tappan Zee bridge north of the city down to the Throgs Neck bridge. Then down to the Long Island Expressway (495).
DO NOT take any road called a
“parkway“ in...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 01-31-2021, 04:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,226
Posted By sb55
This is the sink that I got: ...

This is the sink that I got:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LSIXM8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 10-07-2020, 07:11 AM
Replies: 584
Views: 86,266
Posted By sb55
John, Please remove Skip and Barbara from the...

John,
Please remove Skip and Barbara from the list. Somehow we are number one on your list!
We just can’t see a way to make it down from Vermont this year without a long quarantine upon our return....
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 10-06-2020, 07:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,226
Posted By sb55
I replaced the tiny 380250sink with a larger one....

I replaced the tiny 380250sink with a larger one. I kept the faucet.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-02-2020, 07:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,298
Posted By sb55
I have the same truck and Airstream. I’ve gotten...

I have the same truck and Airstream. I’ve gotten up to 13.8 on a tank, but usually average about 12.6. 379863
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 09-24-2020, 08:54 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,141
Posted By sb55
I drilled 2 holes and used 2 shop Vacs when one...

I drilled 2 holes and used 2 shop Vacs when one didn’t do it. That did the trick for mine. Also, wet the tube or even some Vaseline to give a tighter seal.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 08-24-2020, 11:37 AM
Replies: 3,170
Views: 621,053
Posted By sb55
3 different ones in the exterior photos. I’d run...

3 different ones in the exterior photos. I’d run away.
Forum: General Repair Forum 05-31-2020, 10:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,448
Posted By sb55
I insulted with 1” rigid stuff and added new...

I insulted with 1” rigid stuff and added new plywood about 3” wider. That plus Hypervent made a huge difference. No more damp plywood in cooler weather. And “baby bumpers” made from too wide quilt...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 05-27-2020, 04:39 AM
Replies: 584
Views: 86,266
Posted By sb55
Already on the list. Can't wait to get there.

Already on the list. Can't wait to get there.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-04-2020, 05:15 PM
Replies: 634
Views: 102,195
Posted By sb55
I’m on of those crazies who tows a 2018 FC 30rbt...

I’m on of those crazies who tows a 2018 FC 30rbt with a 1/2 ton. But, my 2017 Silverado has the Max Tow package and the 6.2 motor, so it’s beefed up somewhat. My payload is 2054, which is more than...
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-27-2020, 09:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,631
Posted By sb55
Skip and Barbara can’t make May or June. If you...

Skip and Barbara can’t make May or June. If you decide to do a fall one, please post it. Thanks
Forum: Photography 03-22-2020, 10:30 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 47,012
Posted By sb55
Cold and clear in Northern Vermont, but at least...

Cold and clear in Northern Vermont, but at least we have a lake view every day.
ps, Ice out was just yesterday on our section of Lake Champlain. 363698
Forum: Forum Rallies & Meet Ups 03-18-2020, 03:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,631
Posted By sb55
We’re on the list and still on the fence. We...

We’re on the list and still on the fence. We don’t even know if we can make it down from Vermont due to closures on the way.
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 02-16-2020, 04:32 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,718
Posted By sb55
Her name is Ethel and she'll be 6 next month. ...

Her name is Ethel and she'll be 6 next month. After having Welsh Corgis forever, we tried a Cairn. She was great and healthy and she lived to 17. So, Ethel is our 2nd one. She has really changed...
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