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Forum: General Repair Forum 06-16-2021, 06:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,911
Posted By ghamr
No, the so called safety chains.

No, the so called safety chains.
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-15-2021, 07:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,911
Posted By ghamr
The chains...

The chains...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-14-2021, 01:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,911
Posted By ghamr
Don't use them. They are illegal in Europe, ...

Don't use them. They are illegal in Europe, because in a rollover they will take you & your TV over, too!
Forum: Shocks 03-31-2021, 10:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,488
Posted By ghamr
2018 FC RB bought new. After last summer's...

2018 FC RB bought new. After last summer's adventures needed new tires. I found AS Thor never put nuts on the axle end of either shock on the rt side. Mothership sent me 4. Shock cylinders had to be...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-30-2020, 07:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 834
Posted By ghamr
Thanks all for your responses. If I go with 6V,...

Thanks all for your responses. If I go with 6V, I'll need to modify the battery box, right?
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 12-29-2020, 09:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 834
Posted By ghamr
6V vs AGM

What are +/- of replacing original 12V Interstates?
2018 25' RB Flyingcloud
Forum: Our Community 12-04-2020, 09:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,827
Posted By ghamr
I use a 30 amp cord anytime temperature is below...

I use a 30 amp cord anytime temperature is below 50 degrees, because the 50amp 'anaconda' is a bear to coil up!
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-01-2020, 12:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,078
Posted By ghamr
I turned off the 1st breaker from the left in the...

I turned off the 1st breaker from the left in the converter for 2 days. Just reset it & everything works! Thanks...
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-30-2020, 03:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,078
Posted By ghamr
How do I reset the breaker. I is a 'rocker'...

How do I reset the breaker. I is a 'rocker' switch & I can't move it!
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-29-2020, 10:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,078
Posted By ghamr
WFCO model WF-5110HP On the side I can see, ...

WFCO model WF-5110HP
On the side I can see, there's a Resettable
AC Output Circuit Breaker 12amp
Very difficult to see much under the bed/couch!
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-28-2020, 11:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,078
Posted By ghamr
Inverter is plugged in. Where would the Inverter...

Inverter is plugged in. Where would the Inverter breaker be? I removed the cover & saw this (see pictures). Tried to push the 12 v breaker, but can't....
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-27-2020, 11:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,078
Posted By ghamr
All breakers on. Only TV & DVD don't work on...

All breakers on. Only TV & DVD don't work on shore power, but they do have power with inverter on!
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-26-2020, 12:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,078
Posted By ghamr
Electric receptacles

2018 25' Flyingcloud
Crummy cg last WE. Damaged pedestal, but tried anyway. Batt only 12.5 V in AM & no power to microwave or TV, but TV works on inverter! Changed to 30amp cord, microwave OK,...
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 04-27-2020, 11:13 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 15,469
Posted By ghamr
Campgrounds Closed?

WHY? Out doors & easy to social distance.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-27-2019, 08:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 984
Posted By ghamr
Umbilical cord separation

Does anyone have this issue and a possible solustion? So far all is well with the connection, but if this continues to pull apart and water gets into the plug I could have a problem.
...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 09-03-2019, 12:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,847
Posted By ghamr
Right 'oning'

Short awing ie my solution!
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-12-2018, 10:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,845
Posted By ghamr
Same thing happened to us!

Picked up our 2018 Flying Cloud from Camper Clinic 2 in Austin and after 2 days on shore power, tried to spend one night off grid & with no power used overnight, except 15 minutes of TV, we were...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-10-2017, 10:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,697
Posted By ghamr
7 pin connector

Our original equipment connector had the pin #'s printed on the rubber, but making a sharp U turn a couple of years ago, I cut the umbilical cord & the replacement is not numbered. Any suggestions...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 07-11-2017, 06:07 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,576
Posted By ghamr
AC Solution

We turn on the AC when it gets above 90 and leave for Happy Hour in a nice cool bar/restaurant. A long tall cool one & dinner then about 2 hrs later we return to a cooler AS.
Welcome to global...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 06-08-2017, 11:17 AM
Replies: 259
Views: 78,852
Posted By ghamr
Stuff on the floor

Sure, stuff falls off. Some times we can't figure where it could have come from. Initially we had some popped off rivet heads and after a particularly rough road the table was on the floor! Yeah,...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 06-07-2017, 10:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,100
Posted By ghamr
Angry Sewer storage tube is on wrong side!

To avoid hitting the gas line, I guess, my Bambi SST opening is on the right side instead of the same side as the gray/black dump connection! Also it is too short.
Without a major redo, I cannot see...
Forum: Full-Timing 02-23-2017, 01:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,269
Posted By ghamr
Cool How Do You Handle Your Mail?

If you can avoid it, don't establish domicile in CA. They will track you down, like MN, for income taxes & big ticket sales taxes until you live in another state for at least 183 days in a calendar...
Forum: On The Road... 01-17-2016, 09:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,739
Posted By ghamr
Smile Traveling Baja California January 2016

Baja. January, 2016

Most people buy the book called Baja Camping by Terry Church. We didn't get around to
buying it, so relied on a good map and by talking with others along the way. This is...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 01-05-2016, 08:14 AM
Replies: 259
Views: 78,852
Posted By ghamr
I used Signature Gas Springs from Camping World:...

I used Signature Gas Springs from Camping World: SE200P-
20.0”
8.0”
12.0”
8x18
P10
90 ft # which I think is medium
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-26-2015, 03:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,083
Posted By ghamr
We had to replace our fan because the plastic...

We had to replace our fan because the plastic frame had many hairline cracks. Also had the bathroom vent sealed.
Forum: Dollars & Cents 12-15-2015, 10:32 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 14,575
Posted By ghamr
Anyone using a modified shipping 'container'. We...

Anyone using a modified shipping 'container'. We see them all over and can be had on line for <$2K...no need for a pad either!
Forum: General Repair Forum 11-22-2015, 10:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,891
Posted By ghamr
We had a similar problem...frig would run on gas...

We had a similar problem...frig would run on gas for a few minutes the red light flashed. Had to get a new 'mother' board installed ($250)! Ouch!
Forum: On The Road... 11-14-2015, 05:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,009
Posted By ghamr
Baja camping suggestions

We want to spend about a month traveling to/from Cabo. Any recent experiences? Especially Todos Santos near Cabo.
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 10-01-2015, 10:36 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,114
Posted By ghamr
Just had the 'mother board' replaced on my frige...

Just had the 'mother board' replaced on my frige when it wouldn't stay lit. Works fine now on LP when towing. Should work on elec if you have solar and it's sunny.
Forum: On The Road... 09-14-2015, 10:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,613
Posted By ghamr
Durango - United Campgrounds of Durango N of town...

Durango - United Campgrounds of Durango N of town (last stop on bus route into town) We loved Durango!
Mesa Verde - Ancient Cedars Mesa Verde RV Resort just outside the NP entrance
Ouray - Four J...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 08-27-2015, 08:14 PM
Replies: 259
Views: 78,852
Posted By ghamr
Re Bed modification

You're welcome!
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-12-2015, 08:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 764
Posted By ghamr
Renting out our AS & TV while in Australia

We are planning a trip to Australia (March - July/August 2016) & debating whether to sell the AS or rent the whole rig to a couple (European?) for 6 months or sell the AS & store the GMC 1500.
Any...
Forum: Tires 07-10-2015, 05:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,365
Posted By ghamr
I have TST on both spares as well as the AS tires.

I have TST on both spares as well as the AS tires.
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 07-08-2015, 08:00 AM
Replies: 259
Views: 78,852
Posted By ghamr
I was thinking about doing this, but didn't want...

I was thinking about doing this, but didn't want to have 2 or 3 holes in the floor when I moved the pedestal back...how did you cover them?
Re blinds: I got a set of magnets from ACE that came with...
Forum: Roof Vents, Skylights & Fans 05-17-2015, 07:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,130
Posted By ghamr
Sealing fan vent

I have been dealing with leak(s) around ours all this year. The original (no name on it that I can see) has hairline weather cracks in the plastic frame on the roof. I used butyl tape & Reflectik,...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 05-12-2015, 11:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,631
Posted By ghamr
Sw co

We have been in the area for 3 weeks (now in Ouray). Most of the state/fed and many of the commercial CGs are closed until MemDay, but then they get crowded with the Summer campers! We prefer the...
Forum: Financing 05-12-2015, 11:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,830
Posted By ghamr
House sitting

Have you considered house sitting? Most want someone there while they travel and only require caring for pets/plants. Just be sure they have room to park your rig. Hosting @ state/federal parks is...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-09-2015, 01:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,333
Posted By ghamr
We tried ours on convection & it got very hot in...

We tried ours on convection & it got very hot in & around the oven (to the point that the door wouldn't close when we opened to check on the progress), but the center of the casserole was still cold...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 05-03-2015, 09:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,190
Posted By ghamr
lifters

I got them at Camping World and they do hold the mattress up. I have to lean on it with my elbows to get it down (be careful not to let it slam). Let me know how it works out.
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 05-01-2015, 02:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,190
Posted By ghamr
Bed modification

Storage under our front bed is very difficult to access, so I did this:
Put in a piano hinge where the underlaying plywood is cut & added 2 lifters (medium). Easier access & when raised, allows...
Forum: On The Road... 05-01-2015, 01:49 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 12,757
Posted By ghamr
Save gas

to stay with the flow': find an 18 whlr going the speed you like & tuck in about 10' back..you should get an extra 10 miles/gal!!!:lol:Red Green
Forum: Wheel Wells 04-27-2015, 04:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,514
Posted By ghamr
Repair after a blowout

Blow out on left side - (single axle) did not take out the wiring or the gas line, but I would like to repair the pan to keep mud & critters from getting into the space between the pan & the...
Forum: On The Road... 04-13-2015, 09:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,483
Posted By ghamr
If you like Bisbee...

Try Turquoise Valley RV & Golf Club in Naco, AZ just 10 miles S on the MX border. You can walk across the border into Naco, MX for meds & dental plus great authentic Mexican food! You can catch the...
Forum: Tires 04-13-2015, 08:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 829
Posted By ghamr
Cold tire pressure

We're in high desert in Utah with morning temps in 20's/30's & PM in the 70's/80's. If the pressure is 80 when we start out is it OK for the running temp to get to 90+? I have TPMS on the AS.
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 02-21-2015, 03:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,218
Posted By ghamr
Tow break-away switch testing?

Is there a way and/or is it necessary to test the break-away switch that activates the AS breaks if the camper comes loose from the TV.
Later: Just read some of the posts below & seems my...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-31-2015, 12:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,922
Posted By ghamr
Leaking from Fantastic Fan Vent

I tried caulking over the factory caulk with silicone (mistake?) but leak recurs
after a few weeks when we have a prolonged (all day) rain. Doesn't leak when driving thru heavy rain! I suspect the...
Forum: Winter Living 01-23-2015, 11:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,214
Posted By ghamr
Moisture under mattress

When we purchased our AS in 2014 we noticed some mildew stains on the plywood and the bottom of the mattress which we successfully treated with a weak bleach/water solution. Since we have been on...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 12-27-2014, 12:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,255
Posted By ghamr
Cool Shower faucet won't turn off

Stored my 2012 22' Bambi for 5 weeks & when we hooked up to water @ first campground show was dripping. Finally removed faucet plate & found hot/cold screw adjustments on the valve & screwed them all...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-11-2014, 09:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,372
Posted By ghamr
Recovering

Thanks, will try the ultra leather.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 11-08-2014, 12:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,372
Posted By ghamr
Recovering dinette cushions with leather

Has anyone had this done & if so were/are there problems or negatives?
I have had no luck with keeping the blinds attached to the factory installed pins at the bottom, but have better luck with soft...
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