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Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-22-2020, 11:12 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 50,972
Posted By tyggeln
How Sway Prevention Devices Operate...

My understanding of how sway prevention devices operate is to introduce a dissipative force into the mechanism. The springs and chains are for weight distribution.

Take a standard WD hitch with...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 10-15-2020, 11:12 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,201
Posted By tyggeln
I Broke My Tongue Jack

And if you are frazzled because of events (like fire evac) or using a borrowed TV, the possibility of damage increases.

I followed a process for unhitching that leaves the shank hooked to the...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-11-2020, 09:05 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 50,972
Posted By tyggeln
Looks Slick

When they first came out, I couldn't figure out how the WD part worked...I didn't get one because:

1) I already had a the Equalizer Hitch (which also uses friction).
2) My impression was that...
Forum: On The Road... 10-05-2020, 02:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,162
Posted By tyggeln
Agree. Before you head through the Sierra...

Agree. Before you head through the Sierra Nevada mountains, always good idea to check www.caltrans.ca.gov for highway status.
Forum: On The Road... 09-30-2020, 03:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,162
Posted By tyggeln
Which Highway to Take Across the Sierra Nevada in Oct

Check www.dot.caltrans.gov before you make your trip.

I-80 is the least risk, but a long way around.

I recommend you take Hwy 120 through Yosemite, it is the most friendly to towing with...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-24-2020, 06:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,607
Posted By tyggeln
Is that it? Where is the scathing debate? I...

Is that it? Where is the scathing debate? I was looking forward to a long repetitive thread.

Ditto on the Equal-i-zer Hitch. Plus it has a lifetime warranty, which I used once while stuck at...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-22-2020, 12:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,664
Posted By tyggeln
I have another addition to the advice and...

I have another addition to the advice and admonitions...

I have the Equlaizer 12000# setup. Sounds like you might be doing a self install...not a bad thing but adhere to the necessary torque...
Forum: General Repair Forum 09-17-2020, 02:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,618
Posted By tyggeln
Our shower door failed the first year and was...

Our shower door failed the first year and was always a risk of swinging open. I tried for many years to fix the shower door hinges...not sure if this kit would have done it but we gave up and now...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-17-2020, 01:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,738
Posted By tyggeln
Thank you GotaGo for the priming knowledge. ...

Thank you GotaGo for the priming knowledge. Nice to see you have nearly same model as mine, just one year off. I probably wont need a aux relay either.

I see that they offer a gasket for...
Forum: Waste Systems, Tanks & Totes 09-16-2020, 06:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,738
Posted By tyggeln
I'm pretty handy, but usually some guidance is...

I'm pretty handy, but usually some guidance is required. I presume the new panel would go right where the Micropulse was...so pump wiring is not a problem. Even if you need to add a relay, you...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 09-15-2020, 10:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,649
Posted By tyggeln
You might be surprised by the hitch weight. ...

You might be surprised by the hitch weight. Better to go with the heavier bars. I did.
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-26-2020, 04:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,902
Posted By tyggeln
+1 on that.

+1 on that.
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 04-20-2020, 03:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,798
Posted By tyggeln
WindyJim, thanks for your service. My...

WindyJim,

thanks for your service. My boat (SSN 754) didn’t have any of that lovely teak. I think the only piece of wood on the entire hull was the jackstaff for the colors lol!

That teak...
Forum: Tires 02-07-2018, 01:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,477
Posted By tyggeln
What Pressure? Its the heat that will kill ya

The enemy of all tires is heat. But soft tires are friendly to your Airstream...or so you would think. Its give and take...

If you run with 30# in your tires, yes you get a soft ride but the...
Forum: Shhhh... Coming soon 01-22-2018, 01:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,363
Posted By tyggeln
I see an electric future, but not quite the same...

I see an electric future, but not quite the same architecture as Elon...

Hydrogen filling stations are about the same point now as TESLA supercharging stations 5 years ago. I see a future with...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-03-2017, 09:32 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,103
Posted By tyggeln
There is a little diner right at the entrance to...

There is a little diner right at the entrance to he wharf in Trinidad that has great breakfast!

Lots of RV parks in the Trinidad area...great views. We did it about 4 years ago in late December,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-30-2017, 12:05 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 19,022
Posted By tyggeln
I forgot to mention the tow capacity of my...

I forgot to mention the tow capacity of my Durango was upwards of 9000#, which was further helped by choosing the 3.92 instead of the normal 3.55 axle ratio. It was a beast, but short on...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-26-2017, 10:12 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 19,022
Posted By tyggeln
I first towed with a 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee V8...

I first towed with a 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee V8 with a 7200# rating. We drove up in our Jeep, and asked the dealer what we could tow...he sold us a 28 foot CCD Intl with a GVWR of 7300#. Yeah,...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 09-12-2017, 10:25 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 29,860
Posted By tyggeln
I'm sure you checked it, but I've been the victim...

I'm sure you checked it, but I've been the victim of this before, have you checked the gas cap vent open?
Forum: General Interior Topics 09-06-2017, 12:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,378
Posted By tyggeln
Shower Door Replacement

Ok I've had it with the glass shower door that came with my 28' CCD in 3005. It fell off on way to Oregon for the eclipse. Original loose screws in the frame allowed it to vibrate and bend the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-15-2017, 01:22 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,305
Posted By tyggeln
Bit off topic, I had a cracked set of welds on my...

Bit off topic, I had a cracked set of welds on my equalizer hitch that I discovered while camping at Disneyland. Worse yet, the welds had broken on the way down from NORCAL. Not to worry, Equalizer...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-15-2017, 12:51 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,305
Posted By tyggeln
Why make a distinction for Equalizer, and 1000#...

Why make a distinction for Equalizer, and 1000# bars vs 1200# bars? Seems like brand doesn't make a difference as 1200# is 1200#.
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-14-2017, 03:13 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 18,676
Posted By tyggeln
Thanks for sharing. As an avid astronomer...

Thanks for sharing.

As an avid astronomer for 40 years, I have yet to see my first total solar eclipse. Nonetheless, its important not to confuse the 1% with being on the centerline or CL...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-14-2017, 02:59 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,792
Posted By tyggeln
Rivet Storing Hitch and Load Bars When Camped/Parked

I do something very similar with my Equalizer hitch. Its a lot faster than it looks....and keeps me clear of the grease. And keeps everything off the ground, no heavy lifting etc.

1. Park in...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-08-2017, 01:43 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 18,676
Posted By tyggeln
Are you in a campground, or boondocking? ...

Are you in a campground, or boondocking?

Chris
Forum: Off Topic Forum 08-08-2017, 01:39 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 18,676
Posted By tyggeln
I started planning late (in May) and found an...

I started planning late (in May) and found an isolated place near Mitchell, OR on the OR 207, the Mitchell-Service Creek Highway (Hidden Springs). We are also going for the extremely dark skies (new...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-22-2017, 10:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,777
Posted By tyggeln
Sounds like a SO-CAL issue. Never see it in...

Sounds like a SO-CAL issue. Never see it in NORCAL!
Forum: Boondocking 11-25-2015, 12:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,155
Posted By tyggeln
Going solar is a great choice, and with fresh...

Going solar is a great choice, and with fresh batteries eliminates concern over power consumption, except for extreme cold where you definitely need a heater. We have had solar for 9 years with no...
Forum: On The Road... 10-02-2015, 11:59 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,143
Posted By tyggeln
Anybody know if you can tow with the current...

Anybody know if you can tow with the current Tesla Model S? Seems like it would have plenty of torque and would be a good test bed to validate the efficacy and logistics of towing using an EV. ...
Forum: On The Road... 09-30-2015, 09:56 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,143
Posted By tyggeln
Awesome write up amped realtor. I live in CA,...

Awesome write up amped realtor. I live in CA, and drive a plug-in hybrid (Ford C-Max Energi) which I prefer to drive in all electric mode dropping off my son and then on to work where I plug in for...
Forum: Boondocking 09-02-2015, 03:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,853
Posted By tyggeln
"There are also turnouts on CA-1; technically you...

"There are also turnouts on CA-1; technically you are not supposed to camp overnight but are worth a try. If the CHIP or Monterey County sheriff boot you out, then good!"

I meant to say if the...
Forum: Boondocking 09-02-2015, 02:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,853
Posted By tyggeln
Exclamation Few Roads

This is in addition to the very good recommendations above. As always, your mileage may vary, and you are subject to the laws of "good seamanship".

The area is Los Padres NF, and officially you...
Forum: On The Road... 08-09-2015, 08:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,429
Posted By tyggeln
Hmmmmmm. Lobster - you guys bring back...

Hmmmmmm. Lobster - you guys bring back memories. My family used to spend the first two weeks of July at Colonial Gables and eat the best lobster ever at Young's. Haven't been back since I moved...
Forum: Axles 07-24-2015, 11:12 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 41,391
Posted By tyggeln
Using #10 Axle

OK just a note I contacted Dexter axles and my trailer would use the #10 axle and thus the 2 5/8 inch lift kit. Higher lift kits are not interchangeable according to Dexter as they have different...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 07-20-2015, 02:14 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 21,733
Posted By tyggeln
That's one air tight trailer!:D

That's one air tight trailer!:D
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 07-20-2015, 02:13 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 21,733
Posted By tyggeln
Everybody seems to suggest that its OK to slam...

Everybody seems to suggest that its OK to slam the door, and I have seen AS guys on you-tube extolling the virtues of the AS by slamming the hell out of the door.

With the conservatism shown by...
Forum: Axles 07-16-2015, 11:39 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 41,391
Posted By tyggeln
OK....so I'm a bit confused. I looked under my...

OK....so I'm a bit confused. I looked under my tralier last night and found out that I have Henschen #7350475-0355KS i.e. 3500# axles made by Henschen and not Dexter.

From what understand from...
Forum: On The Road... 07-15-2015, 12:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,429
Posted By tyggeln
Avoiding Tail Dragging

I guess the longer trailers are more susceptible to dragging the rear end while boondocking, exiting gas stations and driveways. There are rear skids that meant to alleviate this problem by taking...
Forum: Axles 07-13-2015, 09:50 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 41,391
Posted By tyggeln
Thanks, Michael. I will check that out, best to...

Thanks, Michael. I will check that out, best to rely on the actual unit than documentation in this case.

Chris
Forum: Axles 07-12-2015, 05:57 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 41,391
Posted By tyggeln
Steamy - I am following this thread with...

Steamy -

I am following this thread with interest, and look forward to boondocking with more security and not dragging at gas stations etc.

I see several options of kits on the Dexter...
Forum: On The Road... 06-11-2015, 11:12 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,363
Posted By tyggeln
Red Lights in the Airstream

Ian, I think you don't need to convert very many lights, and there are enough on the TT to allow for both white and red. My practice is not to continually replace the lights, but put red filters...
Forum: On The Road... 06-01-2015, 05:27 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,363
Posted By tyggeln
I too am an AstroAirstreamer

Here are my recommendations, which come from 40 years experience in the hobby, as well as 4-5 years doing astronomy outreach to the public:

1) You already have access to all the dark skies of the...
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 04-16-2015, 11:20 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,552
Posted By tyggeln
Those are slick! A game changer, and even look...

Those are slick! A game changer, and even look like they take less space than the lego blocks.
Forum: On The Road... 04-14-2015, 11:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,529
Posted By tyggeln
As you are coming up from Disneyland (Anaheim),...

As you are coming up from Disneyland (Anaheim), why not plan to drive up Big Sur.

If you do, you can visit Hearst Castle, and Santa Cruz as well. Places to stay:

1) San Simeon - State...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 04-14-2015, 10:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 12,130
Posted By tyggeln
Actually, cold water is more dense - to a point...

Actually, cold water is more dense - to a point and takes up less room - to a point.

The density of water is greatest at about 42 degF. As you get colder, the water will expand - and break...
Forum: Axles 04-06-2015, 11:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,715
Posted By tyggeln
I'm not sure which axles I've got but I can...

I'm not sure which axles I've got but I can probably guess. I could never leave things like that on the tabletop.

If I have a 7300 GVWR, then I'll bet AS installed the 3550# rated axles. I'm an...
Forum: Windows & Screens 02-20-2015, 02:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,995
Posted By tyggeln
When I was in shop class many years ago, for...

When I was in shop class many years ago, for plexiglass projects we would cut then file and sand the edges smooth. To get a glassy finish we would use steel wool with Brasso - quickly polished the...
Forum: On The Road... 02-18-2015, 10:17 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,105
Posted By tyggeln
I tow at 55 which is the law in CA for vehicles...

I tow at 55 which is the law in CA for vehicles while towing; uphill on gentle climbs on intersates I try to maintain 55 but realize the mountain wins and its important to watch the transmission oil...
Forum: 2006 - 2010 International 02-16-2015, 11:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,865
Posted By tyggeln
If they were correcting some marginal structural...

If they were correcting some marginal structural issues that would be good. My guess is they had a surprise in the mass properties when they actually weighed a unit.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-14-2015, 11:56 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,675
Posted By tyggeln
I was looking ProPride to show up in your...

I was looking ProPride to show up in your post...you didn't disappoint LOL.

Peace.
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