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Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 09-02-2015, 11:04 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,555
Posted By Tod3
I have nothing to add to the rather fascinating...

I have nothing to add to the rather fascinating debate about biodiesel, but I do want to pass along an alternative source for diesel fuel that benefits from low prices and (as a result) very high...
Forum: On The Road... 09-02-2015, 10:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,644
Posted By Tod3
Sage advice, all. Many thanks. We are still...

Sage advice, all. Many thanks. We are still pondering what makes sense and may defer a purchase until we have rented one and checked it out. Besides, I am reluctant to commit to such a purchase until...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-27-2015, 12:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,219
Posted By Tod3
Jim, Here is another option (Pickup Pack...

Jim,

Here is another option (Pickup Pack from Highway Products) that I got from another forum on this site:

Pickup Packs by Highway Products Inc....
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-18-2015, 10:16 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,555
Posted By Tod3
I run a 2008 Ford F350 - maybe not a late model...

I run a 2008 Ford F350 - maybe not a late model at this point, but the owner's manual does recommend cetane boosters for extremely cold weather. My experience with extreme cold has been that the...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 05-16-2015, 08:20 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,555
Posted By Tod3
Diesels need clean air and clean fuel. The clean...

Diesels need clean air and clean fuel. The clean fuel point has been covered by several good posts. I also suggest you pay attention to the engine air filters and change them at recommended...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 05-05-2015, 10:34 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 15,507
Posted By Tod3
Yeesh, look at this: Rodent-proof...

Yeesh, look at this:

Rodent-proof construction and exclusion methods (https://icwdm.org/handbook/rodents/rodentexclusion.asp)

It's a scholarly article from the Internet Center for Wildlife...
Forum: Boondocking 05-04-2015, 02:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,007
Posted By Tod3
Ray, I follow your recipe (or something very...

Ray, I follow your recipe (or something very similar to it), with one exception that I suggest you try: after boiling the water, let it sit for 3 to 5 minutes (I do 5) before adding it to the coffee....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-01-2015, 02:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,217
Posted By Tod3
In my neck of the woods, Accurate Trailer Hitch &...

In my neck of the woods, Accurate Trailer Hitch & Welding in Santa Clarita, CA will do it. They do all sorts of receivers & hitches. I just spoke with them about reinforcing the hitch & receiver on...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-01-2015, 10:20 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,391
Posted By Tod3
The "Pickup Packs" are a great idea: exactly what...

The "Pickup Packs" are a great idea: exactly what I was looking for. Thanks, Adiredneck.

On the 4x4 front, you may also want to consider how much you will be driving in snow. Other than off-road,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-27-2015, 03:46 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,391
Posted By Tod3
I drive a 2008 F350 diesel crew cab short bed,...

I drive a 2008 F350 diesel crew cab short bed, 4WD, not a dually. (No Airstream yet, but I'm working on that.) I've hauled several different types of trailers with it and really like it. Some...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-17-2015, 08:07 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 15,507
Posted By Tod3
When a squirrel chewed up the wiring in my TV a...

When a squirrel chewed up the wiring in my TV a few years ago, the insurance company (who paid for some of the damage) told me that they had a theory that the rodents may be attracted to soy products...
Forum: On The Road... 04-16-2015, 11:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,644
Posted By Tod3
Thanks, Cheryl. I like that suggestion. Pretty...

Thanks, Cheryl. I like that suggestion. Pretty luxurious accommodations in any event, compared to the camping I started out with.
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-16-2015, 11:10 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 15,507
Posted By Tod3
DHart, I agree with you on the traps and poisons....

DHart, I agree with you on the traps and poisons. Another disadvantage of those options is having dead critters around in nooks and crannies where you may not find them. BTW, one other trick I have...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 04-16-2015, 09:17 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 15,507
Posted By Tod3
An alternative I have been using recently for a...

An alternative I have been using recently for a house (haven't yet tried it in a trailer) is an electronic repellent that plugs in and uses the wiring to create an ultrasonic (or some such) barrier....
Forum: On The Road... 04-16-2015, 04:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,644
Posted By Tod3
Thanks, ericpeltier. Does the 30 feel 10' longer...

Thanks, ericpeltier. Does the 30 feel 10' longer on the road (that is, more cumbersome to drive) or does it feel like it gives you 10' more living space (or both)?
Forum: On The Road... 04-16-2015, 04:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,644
Posted By Tod3
Sleeps Six?

I am looking for an Airstream that sleeps six relatively comfortably, hoping that my daughter, son-in-law and two grandsons (currently ages 2 and 5) will join us for at least some of our journeys....
Forum: On The Road... 04-15-2015, 10:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,529
Posted By Tod3
OK, I'm a carpetbagger. I have only lived in...

OK, I'm a carpetbagger. I have only lived in SoCal (we do call it that from time to time) for 25 years, but my reaction about the discussion on proper place names is: dudes, chill. Call it whatever,...
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