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Forum: Refrigerators 02-29-2024, 08:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,166
Posted By blacklab
Absorption Fridge: On a Slope But Turned Off?

Is it OK to park my trailer at my home on a slope for a couple of days if I make sure the Absorption Refrigerator is OFF?

Thanks.

Cheers,
Bryan
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 02-27-2024, 07:45 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,511
Posted By blacklab
Holding Tank Treatment Chemicals?

I'm in the market for Holding Tank Treatment Chemicals so I thought I'd see what Colonial Airstream offers in their Parts Department, hoping they've done the narrowing down of choices. Nope.

They...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-31-2024, 07:47 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,694
Posted By blacklab
So, you do drink the water from your AS tank...

So, you do drink the water from your AS tank after it has gone thru the under-sink filter?

Thanks.

Cheers,
Bryan
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-26-2024, 09:53 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,694
Posted By blacklab
Richard, So, you don't treat the water...

Richard,

So, you don't treat the water downstream of the AS water tank, correct? Thus, you use the water directly out of the AS water tank for drinking, cooking, etc.

Cheers,
Forum: On The Road... 12-15-2023, 03:30 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,015
Posted By blacklab
I have rented Pickups from Enterprise Truck...

I have rented Pickups from Enterprise Truck Rental with their full knowledge that I would be towing a trailer.

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-08-2023, 03:26 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 11,080
Posted By blacklab
GMC seems focused on avoiding oversteer, as the...

GMC seems focused on avoiding oversteer, as the Manual for the 2500/3500 trucks recommends a FALR of 25%.

So, what meaningful role, if any, does the computer controlled Anti-Sway function in my...
Forum: 2016 - Current International 12-03-2023, 01:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,918
Posted By blacklab
I understand the Convection Microwave is not...

I understand the Convection Microwave is not wired to the 2000W inverter, but IF it were, could the 2000W inverter handle it?

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-14-2023, 08:01 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,314
Posted By blacklab
Good to see they released it. They...

Good to see they released it.

They originally scheduled it for Q2, then early Q3.

Cheers,
Forum: Our Community 08-29-2023, 12:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,586
Posted By blacklab
Thanks. Interesting. No mention of...

Thanks.

Interesting. No mention of "upgrade" A/C to GE on the Globetrotter.

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 08-29-2023, 08:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,655
Posted By blacklab
Field & Stream, Got it. Thanks, I'll pass...

Field & Stream,

Got it. Thanks, I'll pass it on to her.

Cheers,
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 08-28-2023, 09:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,655
Posted By blacklab
Thank you for all your replies. I'm sending...

Thank you for all your replies. I'm sending these to our daughter.

Cheers,
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 08-27-2023, 08:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,655
Posted By blacklab
Bambi 20FB?

Our daughter is considering a 20FB.

For those who have or have had a 20FB, can you share your Likes, Dislikes, and Advice?

Thanks.

Cheers,
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-27-2023, 08:28 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,036
Posted By blacklab
Andy, Would love to hear your thoughts on...

Andy,

Would love to hear your thoughts on tire sizes and handling.

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 08-14-2023, 12:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,724
Posted By blacklab
Thanks for the report. Any insight on which...

Thanks for the report.

Any insight on which units are shipping with the Dometic A/C and which with the GE A/C?

No more Coleman A/C?

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 08-14-2023, 08:39 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 16,045
Posted By blacklab
Foobar, When the battery is fully charged...

Foobar,

When the battery is fully charged and the Ford TV disables the 7-pin, does that mean you lose the AS trailer lights (brake, turn signal, running, etc.)?

Or is it just disabling the...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-10-2023, 05:42 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
Daleyocum and goldenchase, Thank you both...

Daleyocum and goldenchase,

Thank you both for your input on this. Very helpful, indeed.

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-10-2023, 01:55 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
I remain interested in the B&W Continuum for my...

I remain interested in the B&W Continuum for my upcoming new GMC 3500 + new 27' GT FTB combo.

I do hope, however, that B&W backs off their new recommendation of greasing every 500 miles. That is...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 08-01-2023, 02:45 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 14,232
Posted By blacklab
Deholden, Congrats on your new GT. Are...

Deholden,

Congrats on your new GT.

Are both TVs "smart", or only the one in the living area?

I read or heard somewhere that AS wasn't going to upgrade the bedroom TV to a "smart" version,...
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 07-27-2023, 01:25 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 14,232
Posted By blacklab
Apparently, however, they aren't responding to...

Apparently, however, they aren't responding to the On-Demand water heater system problems.

Perhaps they are saving the best for the last!

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-25-2023, 08:07 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 16,045
Posted By blacklab
BogeyPro, What do the folks at AM Solar say?...

BogeyPro,

What do the folks at AM Solar say?

This is not their first Orion install. But, perhaps their first install in a Ford Powerboost TV.

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-20-2023, 11:57 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,818
Posted By blacklab
For those of you who have a good number of miles...

For those of you who have a good number of miles on your DuraFlaps, do those miles include gravel roads, etc.?

If so, what level of protection have they provided---do you experience rock damage on...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-17-2023, 10:12 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
OK, got it. Is your replacement cylinder...

OK, got it.

Is your replacement cylinder holding the pressure you apply?

Thanks.

Cheers,
Bryan
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-17-2023, 09:22 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
golden chase, You said: "As I discovered...

golden chase,

You said: "As I discovered with my hydraulic cylinder internal leak with only 840 lbs on the hitch I really did not notice any difference driving the F-150 with pressure off. Fender...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-15-2023, 07:11 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,495
Posted By blacklab
I believe RSI upgraded their locks to avoid the...

I believe RSI upgraded their locks to avoid the issue folks were having with snow and ice. It is my understanding that the upgraded locks are in all the currently produced models and RSI has made...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-04-2023, 05:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 901
Posted By blacklab
Closer to you in WA, I've heard good things about...

Closer to you in WA, I've heard good things about this shop.

https://www.facebook.com/offgridinnov/

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 07-04-2023, 05:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 901
Posted By blacklab
A bit of a drive for you, but AM Solar in...

A bit of a drive for you, but AM Solar in Eugene/Springfield does it.

https://amsolar.com

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-23-2023, 11:09 AM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
For us non-Engineers, what does that study show? ...

For us non-Engineers, what does that study show? :)))

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-22-2023, 10:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,844
Posted By blacklab
BGClassic, What do you consider to be a...

BGClassic,

What do you consider to be a "more robust" brand that you would consider?

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-21-2023, 10:23 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
OK, thanks for that additional info. Cheers,...

OK, thanks for that additional info.

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-21-2023, 09:45 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
Interesting additions to this thread today,...

Interesting additions to this thread today, indeed.

goldenchase: You may have said it in a previous post, but how many pounds did you restore to your Front Axle weight to achieve the 50% FALR?
...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-20-2023, 07:23 AM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
So, do you think that lock nut configuration...

So, do you think that lock nut configuration needs a redesign?

Or, is it just something that one needs to be aware of and check it routinely for tightness?

Cheers,
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-17-2023, 07:01 AM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
goldenchase, Do you use those plywood...

goldenchase,

Do you use those plywood squares as a step up to the pads?

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-14-2023, 03:17 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
I can't find it right now, but I recently read a...

I can't find it right now, but I recently read a short description written by a GM Engineer on how to make the 25% FALR adjustment on GMC 2500/3500 trucks.

He described two methods:

1. The...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-13-2023, 09:28 AM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
Perhaps it's a difference in manufacturer's...

Perhaps it's a difference in manufacturer's systems, or the evolution of electronic stability and sway control, but according to the 2024 GMC 2500/3500 Owner's Manual, the stability control/sway...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-13-2023, 08:05 AM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
My total speculation, but perhaps part of the...

My total speculation, but perhaps part of the reason is that as these Pickups contain more built in Sway Correction safety software/hardware, if the built-in safety system detects Sway, they want to...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-12-2023, 10:17 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
That's seems like a reasonable explanation. But,...

That's seems like a reasonable explanation. But, I just checked the 2024 GMC 2500/3500 Owner's Manual, and their 25% FALR applies to their 2500 and their 3500, both gas and diesel.

Cheers,
Bryan
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-12-2023, 10:00 AM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
Colorado Fun, Thank you. What did you...

Colorado Fun,

Thank you.

What did you use, if anything, to attach the aluminum plates?

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-11-2023, 06:30 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
Yes, I would appreciate seeing what mods you made...

Yes, I would appreciate seeing what mods you made to have it fit properly with your 27FB.

Thanks.

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 06-07-2023, 08:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,436
Posted By blacklab
Ok, thanks. That's good to know. ...

Ok, thanks.

That's good to know.

Cheers,

Bryan
Forum: 2018 - Current Globetrotter 06-07-2023, 07:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,436
Posted By blacklab
As I understand it, when the AS leaves the...

As I understand it, when the AS leaves the factory it does not have batteries installed.

So, does that mean the street/empty weight recorded at the factory and listed on the sticker does not...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-04-2023, 05:43 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
Yep, there certainly is a diversity of FALR...

Yep, there certainly is a diversity of FALR specs. Why? I don't know.

The truck I'm ordering will probably have a Payload of 3,500 lbs or so (based on actual door stickers of similarly...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-04-2023, 03:40 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 73,777
Posted By blacklab
I'm in the process of finalizing an order for a...

I'm in the process of finalizing an order for a 2024 GMC 3500 Duramax to tow a GT 27 FBT.

Looking at the 2024 Owner's Manual for that truck, it specifies a 25% FALAR, for both the 2500 and 3500...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-24-2023, 04:19 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 14,636
Posted By blacklab
Enjoyed the video, thank you. Everyone has...

Enjoyed the video, thank you.

Everyone has their "wish list", of course, but ours is a floor plan that has a dedicated area for twin beds and a separate lounge seating area. Dinette would be...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 05-24-2023, 08:55 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,165
Posted By blacklab
Thank you. Cheers,

Thank you.

Cheers,
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 05-23-2023, 07:14 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,165
Posted By blacklab
Good discussion, thanks. Can someone post a...

Good discussion, thanks.

Can someone post a link to what the Snap Pads are and where I can get them.

Thank you.

Cheers,
Bryan
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 05-17-2023, 01:59 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,568
Posted By blacklab
Travis, This CampChef 30,000 BTU single...

Travis,

This CampChef 30,000 BTU single burner has been mentioned, and it may be disqualified because it is made in China, but if you've not seen it, here is a link.
...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-16-2023, 10:58 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 13,401
Posted By blacklab
How much solar do you have on the roof? ...

How much solar do you have on the roof?

Cheers,
Forum: Axles 05-16-2023, 07:34 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 17,110
Posted By blacklab
Bob, So you guys haven't "lifted"? That's...

Bob,

So you guys haven't "lifted"? That's certainly a datapoint for not lifting, as I know you guys have logged many miles.

Do you stay pretty much to paved or smooth gravel roads/pads, or...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-14-2023, 08:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,586
Posted By blacklab
Following. Which Zamp panels? Thanks. ...

Following.

Which Zamp panels?

Thanks.

Cheers,
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 04-30-2023, 08:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,832
Posted By blacklab
Wandering Week guy: Hitches I WOULD NEVER Use Again: BlueOx

The Wandering Week chap lists BlueOx (Sway Pro and TracPro) as 2 of the 3 hitches he "WOULD NEVER Use Again" and "Do Not Recommend"


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHMqIAo-2B0
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