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Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-18-2024, 02:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,416
Posted By BillTex
Congrats-you made the decision to live! You...

Congrats-you made the decision to live! You should be fine. You never know what life has in store.
Condolences on your Friend.

Party like its 1999!
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-18-2024, 09:59 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,416
Posted By BillTex
Welcome to the club. I suffered third degree...

Welcome to the club. I suffered third degree (complete) electrical heart block 11/23/21. I was resuscitated 11 times (that I remember). I was 58 years old an a life long athlete (maratahons,...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 02-18-2024, 09:49 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,416
Posted By BillTex
That’s a good idea…as long as you have a cell...

That’s a good idea…as long as you have a cell signal. We purchased a Garmin In-Reach as a backup for when we are in more remote locations.
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-14-2024, 10:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,769
Posted By BillTex
This. We prefer to boondock and often have no...

This. We prefer to boondock and often have no idea where we will end up. Leaving home with full fresh (and empty waste) tanks allows for greater freedom in traveling (for us).

Safe travels,
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-24-2024, 03:39 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,502
Posted By BillTex
Don’t bother with a 3/4 ton…go right for the 1...

Don’t bother with a 3/4 ton…go right for the 1 ton. Whichever flavor your prefer.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 10-18-2023, 10:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,464
Posted By BillTex
We have been using a front hitch for many years...

We have been using a front hitch for many years on several different trucks. Wouldn’t have it any other way, very easy to load/unload bikes, we can see them while traveling.
Depending on truck you...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-14-2023, 05:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,521
Posted By BillTex
The converter acts as a charger when you have a...

The converter acts as a charger when you have a battery with your converter. It will continue to give the RV battery dc power to keep it fully charged.
A modern converter (not the old Uni-volt!)...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-13-2023, 06:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,521
Posted By BillTex
I would think a 3 stage C/C would be considered...

I would think a 3 stage C/C would be considered “newer”. Pretty sure any C/C would require at least one battery in the system to provide 12v power in the camper. If plugged in to shore power, the...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-13-2023, 03:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,521
Posted By BillTex
It is my understanding you must have a battery in...

It is my understanding you must have a battery in place to buffer the charging system. Even a bad battery is better than no battery.

Stay safe, Bill
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-30-2023, 05:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,702
Posted By BillTex
Same here-18 yrs. Can’t even guess how many...

Same here-18 yrs. Can’t even guess how many miles. Best hitch investment we ever made. A little lithium grease now/then…that’s it. Our Equalizer hitch has lived a rough life, and has never failed us.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-12-2023, 09:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,092
Posted By BillTex
On the contrary. They nailed it.

On the contrary.

They nailed it.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-30-2023, 11:12 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,631
Posted By BillTex
Agreed-I would nix the off road pkg. Can only...

Agreed-I would nix the off road pkg.
Can only hurt your towing ability.

FWIW; we went back to gas with the new truck after 15 yrs of deezul. Very happy with the new gasser. The ten speeds (or 8...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-25-2023, 09:28 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 10,029
Posted By BillTex
This. Our CC/LB F350 = 48 gal OE tank. Love it....

This. Our CC/LB F350 = 48 gal OE tank. Love it. LB is so useful, I can’t imagine having a SB again.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 12-18-2022, 11:22 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,014
Posted By BillTex
Just like you, we never leave home w/out bikes....

Just like you, we never leave home w/out bikes. We have used a font hitch for many years and really like it for convenience and easy access getting bikes both on/off.
Your Dodge is tall like our...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-04-2022, 09:32 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 10,152
Posted By BillTex
There is no disadvantage to getting the F350 and...

There is no disadvantage to getting the F350 and no advantage to getting a F250. Cost delta is truly negligible, if at all.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-21-2022, 08:13 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 21,487
Posted By BillTex
After 15 years driving diesel, we went back to...

After 15 years driving diesel, we went back to gas. No regrets at all. The new ten speed trannys are a game changer for gassers.
In fact, I am VERY happy I went back to gas.
Note: we never tow...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 03-23-2022, 10:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,879
Posted By BillTex
What does the deck weigh? Need to add that to the...

What does the deck weigh? Need to add that to the equation also.

I think you will be ok-but check. You can always add some stableloads (airbags suck).

In addition to our AS we haul a TC that is...
Forum: On The Road... 01-16-2022, 06:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,596
Posted By BillTex
Unfortunately I lost all of my firearms in a...

Unfortunately I lost all of my firearms in a boating accident. If I still owned and transported any I would inform the inspector of the Federal Safe Passage Provision for Firearms. Assuming you meet...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-22-2021, 09:09 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,500
Posted By BillTex
Don’t forget to turn pressure down to < 45 psi....

Don’t forget to turn pressure down to < 45 psi. That is max rating for RV water systems.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 12-05-2021, 06:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,836
Posted By BillTex
32 years…no critters. Maybe I’m doing something...

32 years…no critters. Maybe I’m doing something wrong?
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 12-05-2021, 05:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,836
Posted By BillTex
Open the pressure relief valve also. I leave the...

Open the pressure relief valve also. I leave the plug off for the winter…just in case.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-28-2021, 10:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,454
Posted By BillTex
Common affliction known as haftondippydoodleitis....

Common affliction known as haftondippydoodleitis. Cure is straightforward.

Good luck, Bill
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 11-10-2021, 09:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,572
Posted By BillTex
Even with a quality 3 or 4 stage CC and depending...

Even with a quality 3 or 4 stage CC and depending on what you run for batteries, it can take 24 hours to reach full state of charge.
If keeping batteries charged is your goal, I would seriously...
Forum: On The Road... 11-10-2021, 09:39 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,493
Posted By BillTex
This. Was out there earlier this year. Quite a...

This. Was out there earlier this year. Quite a few campers/RV’s on the ferry. No worries.
Forum: Tires 10-27-2021, 09:22 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,222
Posted By BillTex
Agreed. I bought the DW-impressive little unit...

Agreed. I bought the DW-impressive little unit and battery system works with my other DW tools.
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 10-06-2021, 06:17 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 13,064
Posted By BillTex
FYI: Dawn (or any dish detergent) is not good to...

FYI: Dawn (or any dish detergent) is not good to use on anything automotive/RV/boat as these detergent strip any wax from the surface.
If you do use dish detergent…be sure to wax after.
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-22-2021, 10:16 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 12,432
Posted By BillTex
Probably don’t “need” WD with the F350. I don’t...

Probably don’t “need” WD with the F350. I don’t and my Excella has a heavy tongue. However I do still use our Equalizer for the added stability.
Our new F350 is rock solid, I can only summize the...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-08-2021, 03:06 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,206
Posted By BillTex
Not our’s. Not in 16 yrs. and countless miles. ...

Not our’s. Not in 16 yrs. and countless miles.
I could buy 6 or 7 HH or PP for what the EQ cost.

Just sayin’…
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-08-2021, 10:15 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,206
Posted By BillTex
Didn’t know tho$e high end hitche$ had an...

Didn’t know tho$e high end hitche$ had an expiration date. Our Equalizer is still rock steady after only 16 years…
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 07-14-2021, 02:03 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,760
Posted By BillTex
We use our oven pretty much every trip, hardly...

We use our oven pretty much every trip, hardly ever use micro. But we boondock most of the time, so electricity isn’t part of the picture.
Forum: On The Road... 06-27-2021, 09:44 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 8,688
Posted By BillTex
Right. If you think about it, the AP is the...

Right. If you think about it, the AP is the antithesis of good coffee making-it’s too fast! Same problem as Kerrigan system.

To make a good cup, the grounds NEED to seep.
Forum: On The Road... 06-27-2021, 09:42 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 8,688
Posted By BillTex
I’ll assume this means French press? We use the...

I’ll assume this means French press? We use the same (the ss presses are insulated and will keep coffee hot for ~ one hour or so. They won’t break either).
We keep one at home, one at the lake...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 06-15-2021, 12:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,908
Posted By BillTex
FIFY. Hookups can wait till morning. We...

FIFY.

Hookups can wait till morning. We always have water in tank.
Forum: On The Road... 05-16-2021, 07:51 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,775
Posted By BillTex
Maybe I am missing something? * Show up with...

Maybe I am missing something?
* Show up with fresh tank full
* If that is not any option-fill up when you arrive and then set up

Why is this so complicated?
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 05-09-2021, 09:28 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 19,393
Posted By BillTex
OE black tank flush systems are typically a...

OE black tank flush systems are typically a “spinning daisy wheel” design. Water sprays out like a shower head while rotating. There is no need to keep the dump valve closed. As some of you have...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-09-2021, 06:02 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,468
Posted By BillTex
Sounds about right. As noted “around 3900 lbs”...

Sounds about right. As noted “around 3900 lbs” for half tons.
Again , the limiting factor for half tons is the actual axle-which is not practical to replace.

Visit the scale and see what your...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-02-2021, 11:02 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,468
Posted By BillTex
Welcome! “Payload” is a somewhat meaningless...

Welcome!

“Payload” is a somewhat meaningless value. You are limited by your axle rating (RAWR). On a half ton truck this will, in fact, be the rating of the semi-float axle itself. Most half tons...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-21-2021, 09:16 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 11,831
Posted By BillTex
We tow a 25 also. After 15 years of diesel went...

We tow a 25 also. After 15 years of diesel went back to gas for our new truck. Most we tow is ~ 12,000lbs. The new ten speeds are a game changer for gassers. No regrets, in fact very happy to be back...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 03-21-2021, 06:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,040
Posted By BillTex
Been covering our Excella for 16 yrs now....

Been covering our Excella for 16 yrs now. Wouldn’t have it any other way. Lots of trees in our yard. The sap and leaves create way more havoc than anything else. Cover keeps the AS nice and clean,...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 03-20-2021, 04:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,040
Posted By BillTex
Used A_ _o for years. They last ~ 5-6 years here...

Used A_ _o for years. They last ~ 5-6 years here in New England. Just purchased a Goldline this fall and it has been on all winter. I have to say for about the same $ the Goldline appears to be a...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 03-03-2021, 10:07 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,890
Posted By BillTex
This. RV (pex) water systems are typically rated...

This. RV (pex) water systems are typically rated at 45 psi max.
That is why pressure regulators are recommended.
Forum: Boondocking 02-16-2021, 05:47 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 19,650
Posted By BillTex
Criminals aren’t allowed to have weapons in AU? ...

Criminals aren’t allowed to have weapons in AU?
Cool...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 02-14-2021, 06:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,137
Posted By BillTex
This.

This.
Forum: Boondocking 01-31-2021, 07:21 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 19,650
Posted By BillTex
1) Dog 2) Even a crack head knows the sound of...

1) Dog
2) Even a crack head knows the sound of a pump shotgun

Having said that we have never even had a knock on the door. If you don’t feel comfortable-find another spot to camp.
Forum: Stella's Kitchen 01-10-2021, 10:55 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 12,564
Posted By BillTex
Seal-a-meal is your friend.

Seal-a-meal is your friend.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-06-2021, 10:18 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 23,306
Posted By BillTex
Jeeps are great at a lot of things. I love Jeeps!...

Jeeps are great at a lot of things. I love Jeeps! Have owned three of them.
I would not tow an AS with one...

Wheelbase is too short, payload is not there.
I had the tail wag the dog when towing...
Forum: On The Road... 01-03-2021, 05:27 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,920
Posted By BillTex
I am not sure those words should all be used in...

I am not sure those words should all be used in the same sentence.

As many have mentioned above...nobody moves TO LA county. The idea is to GET OUT!

Seriously, assume you have good reason to be...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-30-2020, 06:51 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 23,434
Posted By BillTex
I assume you must be talking about a truck you...

I assume you must be talking about a truck you already own.
Here are ways you can add payload to any truck:
1. A two wheel drive truck weighs about 400 pounds less that a four wheel drive due to...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-30-2020, 06:42 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 23,434
Posted By BillTex
fify

fify
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-30-2020, 02:28 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 23,434
Posted By BillTex
Problem with 1/2 tons is the limiting factor...

Problem with 1/2 tons is the limiting factor usually is the semi-float axle rating, probably somewhere around 3900#. Not easy or cost effective to do an axle swap. Putting tires/wheels on that exceed...
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