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Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-21-2017, 02:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,184
Posted By amazingwoody
Recepticle

Not sure what that is but I don't believe it is for a 30 amp plug.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 03-18-2017, 04:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,921
Posted By amazingwoody
More storage

I just finished helping a friend with a 16' get rid of dining table and turn that space into a couch with tons of storage underneath. With that said most probably won't opt for that renovation. One...
Forum: The Pet Forum 11-05-2016, 04:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,990
Posted By amazingwoody
Harlow

Sad times that I know all too well. While one never replaces the other, the little guy looks like he can pick up the slack and hep get you through this. Cherish the memories............... Woody
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-28-2016, 05:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,325
Posted By amazingwoody
I also just want to follow............... thanks...

I also just want to follow............... thanks guys.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-18-2016, 05:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,475
Posted By amazingwoody
Reese

I have a slightly updated version of your setup and LOVE it. As others have pointed out you need a set of trunion (sp?) bars and a receiver for same on the TV. I believe there are three different...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-05-2016, 04:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,210
Posted By amazingwoody
Thanks

I just want to say how much I appreciate the feedback from all of you in regards to this project. I just about finished today and just have to do the final wiring tomorrow. If I could figure out how...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 10-05-2016, 04:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,089
Posted By amazingwoody
Mark, that is a very handsome install. Woody

Mark, that is a very handsome install. Woody
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-04-2016, 01:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,210
Posted By amazingwoody
Wow

Larry, you're a bloody genius. Never thought to attach to "top" of battery. Sooooo, when removing batteries just remove shunt along with other cables. Duh! :o I don't like using Tri Metrics housing....
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-04-2016, 12:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,210
Posted By amazingwoody
Hey Larry, what do I search for? I've never had...

Hey Larry, what do I search for? I've never had much luck with this search engine. Any chance you can shoot me a link?
ewood29289@aol.com

Thanks, Woody
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-04-2016, 06:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,210
Posted By amazingwoody
Thanks Larry. Any issues with removing your...

Thanks Larry. Any issues with removing your batteries for whatever reason? That thought also entered my mind but I'd have to go out and look first.. Woody

Update: Just ran out to look in battery...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-04-2016, 03:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,210
Posted By amazingwoody
Hi Alumineer Thanks for the reply. I had some...

Hi Alumineer
Thanks for the reply. I had some thoughts on installation and was looking for other's thinking. Thant is exactly what you provided. Thank you.I had a similar monitor installed on my...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-03-2016, 05:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,210
Posted By amazingwoody
Trimetric 2030 RV battery monitor

Has anybody with a 19" Bambi installed one? Or anybody? Just looking for installation insight if possible. Thanks, Woody
Forum: LP Gas, Piping, Tanks & Regulators 09-27-2016, 07:05 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 805
Posted By amazingwoody
Dometic 2452 fridge question

Can anyone confirm a schematic for me? I have a 2005 AS Bambi 19. I don't want to get into how it became disconnected :angry: but, does the rear fan connection go like this: source to switch, switch...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-31-2016, 05:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 955
Posted By amazingwoody
Vintage trailer talk

Wasn't sure where to post this, so please move to a more appropriate spot if you would. Saw this on Pinterest this morning. Some really cool? weird? all of the above, pictures of trailers, campers,...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-30-2016, 11:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,891
Posted By amazingwoody
I have found a bit of grease on the ball and a...

I have found a bit of grease on the ball and a bit of silicon spray on the coupler usually do the trick. Sometimes I have to smack the coupler and "nuge" it back and forth to line up. I would NEVER...
Forum: Our Community 08-30-2016, 11:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 924
Posted By amazingwoody
I would also add a brake controller if your...

I would also add a brake controller if your vehicle is not already equipped. A 2013 Tahoe is also probably equipped with a manual shifter located on the shift lever. Mine was a toggle switch showing...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-10-2016, 06:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,814
Posted By amazingwoody
Thanks

I'd like to take a moment to thank everyone for your input to my dilemma. I did find a Curt shank that will work. Did have to drill an additional hole but it looks like it will work just fine. Love...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-10-2016, 06:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,814
Posted By amazingwoody
Rocco, I just measured mine. To top of receiver...

Rocco, I just measured mine. To top of receiver 25" front wheel well 36.5". Big difference eh? Thanks, Woody
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-08-2016, 07:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,814
Posted By amazingwoody
2016 Chevy Tahoe high rear bumper

I have a 19' Bambi. Until last week I towed with a 2012 Suburban. My Reece WD set up was dead nuts level with a 6" drop. Prior to that I towed with a 2007 Avalanche and a 4" drop. Enter the 2016...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 11-11-2015, 04:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,191
Posted By amazingwoody
RV antifreeze

Ed, just about any RV store will have the kit. I think I paid right around, $20 bucks. Mine is bronze. They'll have the hose right there too. They are wonderful and easy to use. You install on the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 07-05-2015, 05:32 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 28,053
Posted By amazingwoody
Best converter

Wow that really surprises me. I had an issue where they shipped the wrong product. In with the correct one was the return p/u label. Go figure. I dealt with Cherie. Think I'm spelling that right....
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 05-10-2015, 07:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,525
Posted By amazingwoody
XM Radios

Think your best best is to refer to the radio's owners manual. My Suburban uses the car antenna
which is designed for multi band radios, i.e. AM/ FM / XM. The radio in the AS I had to add a docking...
Forum: Vintage Kin 03-22-2015, 10:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 971
Posted By amazingwoody
Gotta love the "after" pic huh? Looks...

Gotta love the "after" pic huh? Looks great.......
Forum: General Interior Topics 10-17-2014, 12:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,446
Posted By amazingwoody
2005 Bambi 19' redo

I was VERY inspired by David Winick's book and his 75th anniversary edition Bambi. I was really impressed with the volume of room compared to our stock Bambi. Not knowing any better I said to myself...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-14-2014, 12:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,199
Posted By amazingwoody
Dumb winterizing question

I noticed several folks blow out their lines and then pump in anti freeze. Why both? I've always just blown out the lines on my sailboat but, now living in the UP of Mich (read REALLY cold temps),...
Forum: On The Road... 09-09-2014, 05:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,347
Posted By amazingwoody
Hi John Unless you're a real Custermaniac there...

Hi John
Unless you're a real Custermaniac there isn't too much to see at Ft. Lincoln. There is a recreation of George and Libby's home, constructed from old original plans from the Dept of War....
Forum: On The Road... 03-28-2014, 06:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,083
Posted By amazingwoody
Wagon Wheel

I'll second the Wagon Wheel RV park. Very nice, very clean and Ken is a hoot......
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 09-24-2013, 04:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,025
Posted By amazingwoody
I'm with HowiE. I too think the problem is with...

I'm with HowiE. I too think the problem is with your batteries. Either your battery switch is in the store vs use position. If the switch is wrong and you are using the battery without recharging it...
Forum: Our Community 09-16-2013, 01:14 PM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,576,248
Posted By amazingwoody
Yes, but a little west of there. I came down the...

Yes, but a little west of there. I came down the RC road and camped at Bitteroot campground. It is beautiful is it not?
Forum: Our Community 09-01-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,576,248
Posted By amazingwoody
If anybody is wondering who that good looking guy...

If anybody is wondering who that good looking guy in the black Suburban, hauling a Bambi 19 toward Rock Creek, MT, it's me.......... Have seen a bunch of AS on US 2 here in the beautiful UP. Tomorrow...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-22-2013, 09:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,424
Posted By amazingwoody
Bilo Not sure if this will help or not but it's...

Bilo
Not sure if this will help or not but it's what I did to repair mine. Like somebody said, set your circular saw to 1/2 to 5/8" to cut out the damaged piece. I then cut the patch. I went to my...
Forum: Our Community 08-09-2013, 05:17 PM
Replies: 7,910
Views: 1,576,248
Posted By amazingwoody
The UP of Michigan

I live in Marquette, MI in Michigan's beautiful UP. Yooperland to those of you not in the know. Been a bunch of AS heading east and west over the past ten days or so. By the time I realize it's an...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-20-2013, 05:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,910
Posted By amazingwoody
Problem solved

I'm posting "the end" not to show how dumb I am but to maybe save some other poor soul in the future. My reefer is sooooooo cold at this point I can't believe it. Ran all the tests that you folks...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-19-2013, 04:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,910
Posted By amazingwoody
More 2452

Wasn't quite sure how to post so I started a new one. With that said, here is the update / upshot. Are you ready? It's the bloody fuel selector knob!!!! Will not properly seat. Seems to be too short....
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-19-2013, 03:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 938
Posted By amazingwoody
Thanks

You guys are the best. Just went out to the Bambino. Freezer getting REALLY cold. Thanks again...........
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-19-2013, 02:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 938
Posted By amazingwoody
So here's my problem

Wrote on here last night about my Dometic 2452 not working on AC. A fine bunch of AS'ers wrote back telling me what to look for. Guess what? I found the problem......... That's the good news. Now for...
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-19-2013, 06:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,910
Posted By amazingwoody
Thanks

Thank you one and all for your help. Guess you know what I'll be doing today. This board / forum is the best.............
Woody
Forum: General Repair Forum 07-18-2013, 07:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,910
Posted By amazingwoody
Dometic 2452 refer problems

I have a two way power Dometic 2452. It seems to wok fine on propane but not on A/C. I verified the breakers are intact and that there is 120 vt to the plug. What else should I be checking? Is there...
Forum: On The Road... 07-15-2013, 06:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,578
Posted By amazingwoody
Marquette,MI

FWIW check out the WI airstream club. I believe they have a rally in mid August at Tourist Park. Just sayin, and Marqueete is really beautiful Plus it's on the way to Pictured Rocks on M28.......
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 07-03-2013, 06:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 934
Posted By amazingwoody
Making Bambi ours

Here are a few photos of our Bambi redo. Sold our boat and wanted a "fish camp" on wheels...... Not sure if I attached photos or not. Still trying to get posting photos figured out.
Woody
Forum: On The Road... 06-30-2013, 05:44 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,835
Posted By amazingwoody
Out of Yellowstone

When leaving Yellowstone, think of leaving through West Yellowstone and going up MT 191 toward Bozman. It is one of the most beautiful drives I have ever done. It is a Montana scenic route for a...
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 06-17-2013, 04:19 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,927
Posted By amazingwoody
Thanks

Thank you one and all for your input. Really appreciated, Woody
Forum: Leaks - Weatherstrips, Gaskets, Caulks & Sealants 06-16-2013, 04:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,927
Posted By amazingwoody
Caulk caulk and more caulk

I have been reading about everything I can get my eyeballs on regarding caulk and not using silicone. With that said has anybody had any experience with GE Silicone ll for aluminum? Tried like hell...
Forum: On The Road... 06-15-2013, 06:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,117
Posted By amazingwoody
Michigan

Good choices from Toastie. After Petoskey, head over to Harbor Springs and take the scenic path to the bridge, RT 119 I believe? Nice funky place to eat in Cross Village. As long as you are so close...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-14-2013, 07:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,670
Posted By amazingwoody
Water tank

Well it's done. Bought an inspection port today and installed it. It is a 4" unit and bedded with Life Caulk. It's PERFECT! Stuck my pressure washer hose in there this afternoon and cleaned the...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-13-2013, 12:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,670
Posted By amazingwoody
More on the drain valves and water tank

Well, I just pulled the drain valves to see what was going on. There was crapola in there alright. Would seem to explain why so slow to drain the tank. I also saw some black stuff in the tank itself....
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-13-2013, 03:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,670
Posted By amazingwoody
Thanks all. I think I'm with WITHIDL there is...

Thanks all. I think I'm with WITHIDL there is something wrong with all of the set ups but his. I feel it should be draining with gusto.......
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-12-2013, 06:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,670
Posted By amazingwoody
Fresh water drain valves

Here's my question. I'm in the process of chasing down a leak that caused floor rot in my 19' Bambi. While poking around I turned the drain valves and noticed the water just dribbled out oof the...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-11-2013, 02:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,170
Posted By amazingwoody
Pictures added

Might help if I added a few pictures of my mess.. Start with the last picture. This is what I cut out. in order to patch the floor. This wood was all rotten. I pulled the AC outlet box out and the...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 06-11-2013, 09:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,170
Posted By amazingwoody
Bambi 19 water leak, rotted floor

Not sure whare this question should go. There was a suspect discoloration under my dinette that I tore into yesterday. Took out both seats and pulled back the floor covering. As I suspected there was...
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