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Forum: Dollars & Cents 02-18-2009, 09:51 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,595
Posted By herrgirdner
Not intending to hijack the thread, but we...

Not intending to hijack the thread, but we recently made a trip to Tucson and back. Along the way, we noticed that the new and used car lots were full like we never had seen before. And the same...
Forum: General Repair Forum 01-23-2009, 07:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,607
Posted By herrgirdner
For years I've used corks from wine bottles to...

For years I've used corks from wine bottles to stop the drill bit from going too deep. Chuck the bit in the drill motor, put the cork in a vise, drill through the cork. If one is not enough, use...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-31-2008, 02:15 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,107
Posted By herrgirdner
It's a little late for advice, but--- The steel...

It's a little late for advice, but---
The steel building folks make some little angle goobers that screw onto the roof that are designed to grab onto snow and keep that from happening.
However,...
Forum: Land Yacht/Legacy Motorhomes 12-30-2008, 06:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,558
Posted By herrgirdner
We just returned from a Christmas visit with our...

We just returned from a Christmas visit with our "kids" in the West. I couldn't believe the numbers of "new" MH's, 5th wheelers, cars and pickups that I saw. I would not be surprised if the RV...
Forum: Shocks 10-29-2008, 05:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,644
Posted By herrgirdner
At the risk of sounding like an echo: I once...

At the risk of sounding like an echo:
I once had a SOB trailer which did not have shocks. It would bounce all over the road, and on certain concrete roadways would just about make you sick if you...
Forum: On The Road... 10-29-2008, 05:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,350
Posted By herrgirdner
I've driven to Albuquerque and return from...

I've driven to Albuquerque and return from Northern Virginia many times.. (about 10). If winter storms are predicted in Kansas and Okla, I-10 would be my choice, but it is out of the way. ...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 10-20-2008, 07:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,892
Posted By herrgirdner
Most alternators have rectifier diodes that...

Most alternators have rectifier diodes that convert the ac generated by the alternator into DC that can be used in the battery charge circuit. The rectifier diodes operate off the rotor, as this is...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-20-2008, 07:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,314
Posted By herrgirdner
There are many Euro cars that never will be...

There are many Euro cars that never will be imported into the States. I lived in Germany for 23 years, and owned some superb cars that could not be imported without undergoing "conversion".
One...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-24-2008, 10:10 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,316
Posted By herrgirdner
People’s taste and liking change, sometimes...

People’s taste and liking change, sometimes overnight.
ZZZT War Story Warning
Long time ago, I was smitten by the ’65 Mustang. At that time, it was a radical change from existing cars, and I had to...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 07-10-2008, 09:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,142
Posted By herrgirdner
Our Interstate has the identical behavior. Lots...

Our Interstate has the identical behavior. Lots of complaints from the navigator.
Been to the "Dodge" boys several times, but it still gets her from time to time.
I believe this is a "feature" of...
Forum: On The Road... 06-14-2008, 05:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,835
Posted By herrgirdner
The folks in the Midwest are the Hard Core of...

The folks in the Midwest are the Hard Core of America.
Hats off to them.
regards
Forum: Commercial Listings 06-05-2008, 09:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 11,489
Posted By herrgirdner
Thank you for the reply. Not to start a...

Thank you for the reply.
Not to start a piercing contest, but I disagree with your statement number 3:

"3. The steel valve stems were a must on the 2004/2005 Interstate because the hubcap rubbed...
Forum: On The Road... 06-04-2008, 09:48 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,511
Posted By herrgirdner
On satellite service: Don't believe all the...

On satellite service:
Don't believe all the hype. It doesn't work at all when you are under trees. (ax me how I know) And if bad weather such as a thunderstorm comes along, you are SOL until it...
Forum: Commercial Listings 06-04-2008, 09:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 11,489
Posted By herrgirdner
I agree, this really looks nice. Some...

I agree, this really looks nice.
Some comments:

What in the world is a "wheel simulator"?
It looks like there are duals on the rear wheels. This is a good idea.
I wonder if the tires come...
Forum: On The Road... 05-29-2008, 07:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,537
Posted By herrgirdner
P-Tangg (sound effect of tobacco juice hitting...

P-Tangg
(sound effect of tobacco juice hitting the spitoon)
Waal, son, That's why they call 'em "Th White Mountains..."

Great adventure. I once did something like that at Lake Roberts in the...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-25-2008, 08:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,533
Posted By herrgirdner
Never have, but Google has. Apparently made by...

Never have, but Google has. Apparently made by Newmar but no longer listed on their web site as a product. 5th wheel, MoHo, and other plastic doodads, but no aluminium.
regards
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-22-2008, 08:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,159
Posted By herrgirdner
Rednax: Since this topic does not appear to be...

Rednax:
Since this topic does not appear to be of general interest, could you please PM me the URL(s) of the forums where the SGII is discussed?
Tks
and
regards
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-20-2008, 08:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,159
Posted By herrgirdner
I agree with you about the vacuum gauge, but...

I agree with you about the vacuum gauge, but wonder how it would work on my 5-cylinder turbocharged diesel. I think plugging something into the diagnostic port would be simple enough for even me.
I...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-20-2008, 06:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,159
Posted By herrgirdner
Yeh, Lew, I keep a history of my fuel consumption...

Yeh, Lew, I keep a history of my fuel consumption on all my vehicles, and also log tire rotations, oil changes, etc. But, since I own a Prius, I have grown to like the realtime consumption meter. ...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 05-20-2008, 12:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,159
Posted By herrgirdner
Aftermarket Miles Per Gallon Gauge

I ran across this gadget while surfing recently. Here's the URL:
ScanGauge review: Save gas by adjusting nut behind the wheel (https://www.andybrain.com/archive/scangauge-review.htm)
The article...
Forum: On The Road... 05-09-2008, 03:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,204
Posted By herrgirdner
Used to be that the Gila Wilderness was closed to...

Used to be that the Gila Wilderness was closed to all motorized things.
But, when Iived in Las Cruces, 1965-1968, I towed a Kenskill 19 footer with my Dodge 3/4 ton around the road through Mogollon...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 05-03-2008, 08:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,711
Posted By herrgirdner
Do you mean that when you press the circuit...

Do you mean that when you press the circuit breaker handle further in the "off" position, there is no little click? If the little click is there, and you then turn the breaker handle "on", and it...
Forum: Flat-Front (Cutter, Clipper, XC, XL & Skydeck) Motorhomes 04-27-2008, 12:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,932
Posted By herrgirdner
I own a rubber hammer for situations like this. ...

I own a rubber hammer for situations like this. I'm not saying this is what's wrong, but sometimes the starter brushes stick and do not contact the armature. I whack the starter with the hammer,...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-13-2008, 10:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,554
Posted By herrgirdner
When we first used the A/C on our Interstate, I...

When we first used the A/C on our Interstate, I couldn't believe the air handler noise. If you go outside the camper, it is very quiet, can hardly tell it is on. But inside... wow.
I took it to...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 04-13-2008, 10:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,047
Posted By herrgirdner
Mr Sunrus raises an important point. Metal watch...

Mr Sunrus raises an important point. Metal watch bands and finger jewellry are something that should bear safety warnings, like power tools, screwdrivers, pocket knives and so forth.
I took my...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-11-2008, 05:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,908
Posted By herrgirdner
I've got a Triplett 630 that I acquired a long...

I've got a Triplett 630 that I acquired a long time ago. I've never seen the need for anything else. I chuckle when someone quotes 121.33 volts as a power line reading; 3 digits are quite good...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-09-2008, 12:10 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,049
Posted By herrgirdner
As an emergency response to the 1973 oil crisis...

As an emergency response to the 1973 oil crisis (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1973_oil_crisis), the U.S. Congress (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Congress) and President Richard Nixon...
Forum: Our Community 04-08-2008, 07:54 AM
Replies: 417
Views: 50,198
Posted By herrgirdner
Interesting thread, this. My excuse? Lived in...

Interesting thread, this. My excuse?
Lived in Germany for 23 years, got used to being called "Herrgirdner".
regards
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-07-2008, 10:43 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,049
Posted By herrgirdner
Sure enough, I can verify that driving slower...

Sure enough, I can verify that driving slower will save fuel, allow more viewing of the scenery, and reduce stress. However, it is the basis for "Diesel on My Tail"!
Oh, our 1995 minivan was...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-20-2008, 09:22 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,921
Posted By herrgirdner
Gfci

I know there has to be a better write-up than mine about GFCI’s. If anyone wants to find it, I’m sure Google or Yahoo will find it for you. All you have to do is type in "GFCI", and there will pop up...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-18-2008, 08:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,225
Posted By herrgirdner
Decibels (dB)

Here's how Decibels (dB) work:

If the sound levels measured at one generator shows 60 dBa, and the sound levels measured at another show 70 dBa, the second level is really 10 times as loud as the...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 03-17-2008, 07:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,268
Posted By herrgirdner
If you're going to replace the fuse panel, you...

If you're going to replace the fuse panel, you might consider an automotive type panel. I've read that they now have fuses with little LED lights inside them that light up when the fuse blows. I've...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-07-2008, 07:33 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 10,014
Posted By herrgirdner
Good advice. Take it to a known good CB shop. ...

Good advice. Take it to a known good CB shop. In layman's terms, SWR equates to tuning the antenna so it does not reflect the transmitter energy back into the radio rather than sending it out on...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-05-2008, 07:06 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,896
Posted By herrgirdner
John, I also get a great deal of info from the...

John, I also get a great deal of info from the Forums. I meant no disrespect to anyone when I made the "fishing" comment. It was a lame pun "silver" and "fishing". Not too funny at all when I look...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-05-2008, 05:11 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,896
Posted By herrgirdner
RGR, John. But I hadn't thought about this stuff...

RGR, John. But I hadn't thought about this stuff in years. Reflecting on all of it, maybe Silver was fishing. This sounded a little like bait. Sure caught a bunch of suckers, myself included....
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-05-2008, 10:59 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,896
Posted By herrgirdner
Alles Klar. Hadn't thought about that pressure...

Alles Klar.
Hadn't thought about that pressure switch, You are correct.

regards.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 03-05-2008, 10:56 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,706
Posted By herrgirdner
Andy R, thank you for: 1. the site and 2....

Andy R, thank you for:
1. the site and
2. your story
A wonderful life.
regards
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-05-2008, 10:33 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,896
Posted By herrgirdner
I don't understand. When the pump switch is...

I don't understand. When the pump switch is "off", there is no voltage at the capacitor terminals because the pump motor is there. When the pump switchis "on", then at that instant, the capacitor...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-04-2008, 10:24 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,896
Posted By herrgirdner
Silvertwink, I'm going to cancel my advice about...

Silvertwink, I'm going to cancel my advice about installing that cap across the pump. When the pump is switched on, and the cap charges, the charge current will dim the lights more than before. I...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-04-2008, 04:21 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,896
Posted By herrgirdner
I wonder if we are putting gold leaf on a horse...

I wonder if we are putting gold leaf on a horse biscuit here. I understand the principle of using a diode to shunt the reverse emf across a relay coil, installed a few myself. But, I've never heard...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-03-2008, 10:25 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,896
Posted By herrgirdner
Seriously, folks, we are talking about 12 volts...

Seriously, folks, we are talking about 12 volts here. I doubt there is more danger with these caps than there is with your house battery. Except for one thing. If charged, one of them will store a...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-02-2008, 09:11 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,896
Posted By herrgirdner
Holey Smokeys! I just googled "super...

Holey Smokeys!
I just googled "super capacitors" and got a wikipedia article. Man o man, are they neat. Looks like they might be the size of a flashlight batt (A) cell. I am definitely going to...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-02-2008, 08:56 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,896
Posted By herrgirdner
Michelle, I've never heard of a capacitor self...

Michelle, I've never heard of a capacitor self charging before. I know they will discharge or leak across the dialectric, but haven't heard of this phenomenon. But, as I said, these super caps are...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-02-2008, 08:40 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,896
Posted By herrgirdner
I've been fiddling around with electronics since...

I've been fiddling around with electronics since I was a kid. What you are doing is perfecly OK, in my opinion. These super caps are something new to me, but the application you are proposing is...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 03-02-2008, 02:28 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,896
Posted By herrgirdner
A monster capacitor will certainly store energy. ...

A monster capacitor will certainly store energy. It should be connected from the positive terminal of the subwoofer power connection to ground. That will allow the subwoofer to source its current...
Forum: WBCCI Forum 02-25-2008, 05:15 PM
Replies: 281
Views: 28,561
Posted By herrgirdner
AAAK it's BAAACK

I thought it was written that you can't step into the same river twice.. But here we are, wading through the same water we waded last year.
That was a pretty good question "BTW, I know I'm a...
Forum: General Motorhome Topics 02-21-2008, 01:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,955
Posted By herrgirdner
Yeh, well Lake Nelson is primarily a campground...

Yeh, well Lake Nelson is primarily a campground for geese. I don't remember much else about it. If you go there, watch where you step.
regards
Forum: On The Road... 02-19-2008, 01:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 995
Posted By herrgirdner
Crossing the U.S. Borders by Road

I was sent the following URL by a friend when I questioned how long it would be before the Passport thing was settled.
I can't answer any questions about it, but here it is, for your enjoyment:
...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 02-17-2008, 08:47 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,143
Posted By herrgirdner
Thanks, Lew. Couldn't have said it half as good...

Thanks, Lew. Couldn't have said it half as good as you did.
regards
Forum: Community Polls 02-10-2008, 08:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,673
Posted By herrgirdner
I think another category in this poll would be...

I think another category in this poll would be the debating club aspect. I've enjoyed the give and take about a topic, and in participating, have actually LEARNED a lot! The Pukert effect, for...
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