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Forum: Tires 04-05-2024, 10:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,463
Posted By mykytiukr
Best Tires!

My input is to get the largest SUV type tire that will fit your rims and clear everything from Walmart! For instance a 265/75R16. The larger tire has a higher weight rating at a much lower psi. This...
Forum: Axles 05-21-2023, 11:12 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,768
Posted By mykytiukr
Fixable!

Look up a heavy truck alignment shop in your area. The front axle on a big truck is a one piece solid deal and occasionally get bent from accidents and such. They do this sort of thing all the time...
Forum: On The Road... 04-26-2023, 10:15 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,279
Posted By mykytiukr
Plenty!

Download the app “Trucker Path” It’ll show just about every truck stop around anywhere with diesel prices! Caveat: Not all the truck stops keep their diesel prices updated so check the date. It will...
Forum: Tires 04-18-2023, 11:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,606
Posted By mykytiukr
It’s Fine

Back in the eighties Caterpillar mechanics were only allowed to use the “Beam” type torque wrenches like you have because clickers of the day weren’t all that accurate.
Forum: Tires 01-03-2023, 11:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,970
Posted By mykytiukr
Yea I use it all the time on marginal tires!

Probably a little rust or corrosion between tire and rim at the bead. Happens a lot! You could spend $30 or so at a tire shop to break it down and clean it or spend $6 for a small bottle of the green...
Forum: On The Road... 07-05-2022, 12:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,743
Posted By mykytiukr
212!

U.S. 212 is the way to go! Been over it with the big truck at least a few dozen times since about 1977. The last time about a year ago and there was plenty of traffic including travel trailers where...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-29-2022, 08:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,001
Posted By mykytiukr
Yep! Agree!

Yep! Agree!
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-29-2022, 08:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,001
Posted By mykytiukr
Great Explanation! Totally agree!

Great Explanation! Totally agree!
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-10-2022, 11:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,542
Posted By mykytiukr
Not Flush

You may want to check the door frame around the door latch for a crack. My old ‘65 Tradewind had this going on and it wasn’t until the wind caught it one day and cracked it by the hinge also that I...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 05-06-2022, 10:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,103
Posted By mykytiukr
One Wire

The easiest way I can think of is to buy a fifty foot length of 12 or 10 gauge wire or enough to reach from the AS battery to the TV battery with a good alligator clip on each end. Clip to positive...
Forum: On The Road... 04-30-2022, 04:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,885
Posted By mykytiukr
Interstate Shoulder Parking

This is probably the most dangerous anyone can do while traveling. I drive 120,000+ miles every year and this is the cause of more than half of the accidents I see. One would think being off of a...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-09-2022, 11:14 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,825
Posted By mykytiukr
Getting It Home!

Well….If you need to get to optimum safety, a WD hitch is recommended. However, for a 4500 lb trailer I believe it to be a luxury. My son has pretty much the same truck as you and has pulled my 24 ft...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-07-2022, 10:15 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,741
Posted By mykytiukr
That outdoor green almost grass looking plastic...

That outdoor green almost grass looking plastic carpeting. About a 6x10 piece and, of course, a selection of beer, wine and bourbon!
Forum: Tires 03-31-2022, 01:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,729
Posted By mykytiukr
Good To Go!

All good posts here. Having made at least 25 trips to Alaska mostly with a big truck though, I believe you are less likely to have a tire issue going there than across the U.S. Especially in the...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 02-28-2022, 09:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,079
Posted By mykytiukr
Attaboy!!!

Thanks for posting!
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-13-2021, 05:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,694
Posted By mykytiukr
Big Difference!

Well….By the time you disassemble half the trailer to get to the junction box then route the new 7 wire to it which the trailer was built around then reassemble you are looking at a couple days vs an...
Forum: General Repair Forum 12-07-2021, 03:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,694
Posted By mykytiukr
Excellent Advice!

After you go through a video or two and check ALL the connections inside of both plugs, more than likely the issue is in the trailer plug, if nothing found, the seven wire cord is smashed and you’ll...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 10-20-2021, 08:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,272
Posted By mykytiukr
Good To Go!

If you decide to head north from Fairbanks on the Dalton Highway all the way to the North Slope, I would strongly recommend one extra spare tire mounted on a rim. Also, infrastructure/rescue is much...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-23-2021, 10:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,345
Posted By mykytiukr
First Thing To Check!

At the 7 wire plug on the trailer, remove the cover. That’s the part that you grab when plugging in or unplugging. There is one screw on it somewhere. It will then slide down the wire exposing the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-30-2021, 05:32 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,334
Posted By mykytiukr
Yea you’ll be alright!

Yea you’ll be alright!
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-26-2021, 09:14 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,942
Posted By mykytiukr
Good Answer!

The short answer to the original question is….No.
Forum: Axles 06-24-2021, 11:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,793
Posted By mykytiukr
Camber!

You could also go to a tool store like Harbor Freight and buy a cheap angle finder and check it yourself. Best to take the tire and drum off and place the angle finder against the machined axle face....
Forum: 2020 And Newer Caravel 06-19-2021, 11:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,135
Posted By mykytiukr
Yea…..What This Guy Said!

It just takes a little practice. For what it’s worth, I’ve been driving big trucks over forty years now and I can put a 48 or 53 foot semi trailer anywhere it is physically possible with inches to...
Forum: On The Road... 06-19-2021, 10:54 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,841
Posted By mykytiukr
More Fees!

Ya know…..The $21 probably would not have made a difference whether you pre-paid and stayed there or not if told up front. The fact that they have to stick it to you after your plans are made and...
Forum: On The Road... 06-18-2021, 07:48 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,987
Posted By mykytiukr
Well…..I’ve been purchasing truck diesel in...

Well…..I’ve been purchasing truck diesel in pretty much all 48 states upwards of $2000 a week on my Capitol One Quicksilver for about four years now with no issues. Started doing this when our...
Forum: On The Road... 06-17-2021, 01:14 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,987
Posted By mykytiukr
Cash Is King!

One little correction. ALL truck stops accept cash or a personal credit card for everything including fuel. Also, your personal credit card WILL work at the pump for diesel just like any gas station....
Forum: On The Road... 05-28-2021, 07:17 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 10,849
Posted By mykytiukr
Welcome To My World!

Coming from a regional truck driver in the upper midwest. The farther southeast you get, the worse it is!!!!
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 04-24-2021, 10:22 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,157
Posted By mykytiukr
Smooth It Out!

At this point I would install a whole new distributor! This is a well known fail point in GM TBI engines. A new parts store OEM is less than $100 I believe but I would go for an aftermarket high...
Forum: On The Road... 04-18-2021, 10:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,731
Posted By mykytiukr
Parking

Most of bigger chain truck stops have a parking area for RVs. You could park with the big trucks but it’s gonna be noisy. Truck stops are about the safest place to overnight while on the move. You...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-18-2021, 10:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,576
Posted By mykytiukr
Not enough!

Yea I would get a 90° elbow. Your exhaust temp at the manifold is upwards of 1200° when pulling a hill and the cat could heat it again. Don’t know how much it would cool by the time it exits the...
Forum: Tires 04-10-2021, 11:51 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,529
Posted By mykytiukr
I Really Like The Way You Asked This Question!

My experience on this subject comes from 400+ trips over 11 years driving a big truck on the 516 mile mostly gravel Haul Road from Fairbanks, Alaska to Prudhoe Bay! We would regularly deflate our...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 04-06-2021, 01:16 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 21,325
Posted By mykytiukr
Seized!

It appears that you did everything correct! Have run into this a time or two on my equipment trailers. There is no good way to get heat where you need it. The only thing I could suggest is a bigger...
Forum: Our Community 03-18-2021, 04:17 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,354
Posted By mykytiukr
More Stuff!

Myself! I wouldn’t go anywhere without my “Safety Seal” tire plug kit along with a cheap 12 volt air compressor. And, a few different types of pliers and “Vise Grips” to pull out whatever gnarly...
Forum: On The Road... 03-07-2021, 12:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,823
Posted By mykytiukr
Overnighting In Transit!

Most of the larger truck stops also have an adjacent parking lot for RVs and such. Food, fuel, road supplies and restrooms are all right there! Rarely more than 1/4 mile out of the way and SAFE!...
Forum: On The Road... 02-10-2021, 09:17 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,788
Posted By mykytiukr
Cheapest and Abundant!

Gasoline! Pour some of your lawn mower supply on a rag then go for it. Will NOT do anything to the finish...polished, clear coat or otherwise. A little soap and water to finish up after that.
Forum: Windows & Screens 01-22-2021, 01:27 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,705
Posted By mykytiukr
Best For This Application!

Sikaflex 715. Will not deteriorate like most!
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-22-2021, 01:20 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,047
Posted By mykytiukr
Miles!

‘94 Chevy 3500 4x4 crew cab SRW stock 350 TBI. 245,000 with a brand new OTC Chev dealer engine at 220K. I believe the transmission was replaced at least once as during the engine change there were...
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 01-20-2021, 09:46 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,140
Posted By mykytiukr
Spares!

Yea! The alternator! I would replace it and use the old one for a spare. Also a tire plug kit! Safety Seal has the best one and get a small 12 volt air compressor.
Forum: On The Road... 01-17-2021, 09:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,728
Posted By mykytiukr
All Good!

Between the two points you specified, just about any route you choose is going to be ok. Been on all these roads with a big truck over the years. The direct GPS route many times. Unless you choose to...
Forum: Exterior Restoration Forum 12-03-2020, 10:08 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 11,932
Posted By mykytiukr
No!

Painting any Airstream except an Argosy will devalue it by about 75%!!!. There is an episode of “Pawn Stars” which proves this. Removing the clear coat was ok. Polishing would be good for resale but...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 12-01-2020, 11:49 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,081
Posted By mykytiukr
Rodents!

After a few years of different repellants with marginal success I have came upon a combination of the plug-in ultrasonic devices and a box of dryer sheets every couple months. That sawdust lookin’...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-25-2020, 02:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,309
Posted By mykytiukr
Some folks worry too much!

Yea a few blocks will be fine. I wouldn’t recommend going out on a highway though. I once moved my 24 ft 4500 lb Tradewind about seven miles with a Subaru Outback. All rural county roads and I don’t...
Forum: On The Road... 10-29-2020, 02:27 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,263
Posted By mykytiukr
Yea! What he said!!!!

Having been a driver myself for the most part since ‘78 this quote says it all!!! Back in the day you never had to be concerned with a big truck doing something stupid! Just had to watch the four...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-17-2020, 09:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,080
Posted By mykytiukr
Enough Power!

Yep it should be fine! On my ‘65 this is all it has. I have a small 110 frig and all LED interior lights and no easy start. I can run the AC on high all day as long as nobody turns on a hair dryer,...
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 08-07-2020, 10:32 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,414
Posted By mykytiukr
Oh yea!!! Using alcohol wipes, hand sanitizer or...

Oh yea!!! Using alcohol wipes, hand sanitizer or ISO HEET is very flammable!!! It is like using gasoline. Let it evaporate (it does very quickly) before lighting the stove or a smoke!
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 08-07-2020, 10:21 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,414
Posted By mykytiukr
Well....I have been trucking since this...

Well....I have been trucking since this started.....10k miles per month....all over the country! While I believe masks are good, not touching anything directly like a door handle or a faucet is more...
Forum: On The Road... 08-05-2020, 11:44 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,925
Posted By mykytiukr
If you get through Reno checkout Harrah’s Auto...

If you get through Reno checkout Harrah’s Auto Museum!
Forum: On The Road... 07-08-2020, 05:31 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,032
Posted By mykytiukr
All truck stops are open!

Can get noisy though! I am on the road 2500 to 3500 miles every week and have been all year. Been seeing more and more RVs each week. Not like last year at this time but it’s getting there! ...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-27-2020, 02:43 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 12,867
Posted By mykytiukr
Longbox!

Glad you opted for a long box! Bought my first crewcab longbox in 1986 and have never been without one. Never for a second did I ever think I should have anything shorter!!!! Well...gas or diesel? My...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-08-2020, 12:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,495
Posted By mykytiukr
Hole in the frame?

No problem whatsoever!!! Heavy trucks have the same type of frame and there are always dozens of holes in the vertical part of the frame to attach whatever component needs to be there. NEVER drill...
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