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RE: Closing house & turning off heat??
We have shut our home in Montana completely down for the past three winters without any noticeable harm.
I recommend shutting down, saves resources and helps prevent environmental pollution. Jack
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Mont G&J
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10/04/08 08:51am |
Snowbirds
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RE: Spokane, Washington to Padre Island, Texas
The weather conditions in the middle of October along the route you intend to travel are normally good. However, you've got to be prepared (tire chains, blankets, full propane tanks,& etc, along with a plan) just in case you run into a snowstorm going over the mountain passes in Montana, or traveling in the Colorado high country.
In October 2006, pulling a fifth wheel near Colorado Springs we ran into a blinding snow storm, in about 30 minutes it was near half a foot deep. Pulling in snow is absolutely a bad thing to do, we found a campground and waited a couple days for it to clear.
One other thing, keep your fuel tank topped-off as much as possible.
S ervice stations are far and few between especially in Wyoming and Colorado.
Other than that, have a good trip, and enjoy yourselves in Texas, we do. Jack
A picture is worth a thousand words. Octomber 17, 2006, near Colorado Springs.
http://i237.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/Jackroderick/100_5006-1.jpg
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Mont G&J
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10/02/08 06:42pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Prodigy
Link to Dexter Axle...Frequently Asked Questions - Why cant't I slide my brakes.
Quote from Dexter Web Site.
"BRAKES - Why can't I lock and slide my electric brakes?
On an unloaded trailer, you may be able to lock up your brakes if your electric brake controller is supplying full amperage to the brakes. When loaded to capacity, you may not be able to lock your brakes as electric brakes are designed to slow the trailer at a controlled rate, and not designed to lock up the wheels on a fully loaded trailer. Our brakes are designed to meet all applicable safety standards. All of our brakes will perform better after numerous burnish stops to seat the brake linings to the drums."
Jack
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Mont G&J
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09/17/08 09:59am |
Towing
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RE: Any Volkswagen Campmoblie Rvers?
Our 1974 Volkswagen 'Poptop' we purchased new and kept for about 15 years. We toured all through the United Kingdom as well as the U.S. It was frequently admired by the British campers.
http://i36.tinypic.com/2a9xk4l.jpg
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Mont G&J
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09/13/08 12:50pm |
Class B - Camping Van Conversions
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RE: Upgraded tires & wheels -should lug nut torque be increased?
Here's a link to a Torque Requirement Chart for Trailer Wheels.
Trailer Wheel Torque Chart.
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Mont G&J
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09/13/08 12:11pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Quality of rubber roof ???
One thing for certain, don't ever let anyone put a hole in the rubber roof to glue a bubble down. That would be insane.
You didn't say how large of bubbles your roof has, but as long as they are 50 cent size or less they would probably be considered normal and never cause a problem.
Bubbles seem to come and go with temperature changes.
That's what I think, I'm sure others will disagree.
Jack
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Mont G&J
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09/06/08 08:29pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Need help w-multiple battery hookup
I'm assuming you have two or more batteries
If they are 12 volt batteries:
Negative to Negative and Positive to positive.
If you have 6 volt batteries:
Negative to positive
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Mont G&J
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09/06/08 09:57am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Converter location on 1988 Holiday Rambler Monitor GL 5er
Your in luck...just so happens I owned a 1988 HR Monitor for 16 years.
Nice outfit, light and easy to pull and quality built.
The converter is located on the drivers side, under the rear davenport/pull out bed. The front panel of the davenport is hinged to open.
Fuses and breakers are in there as well.
Jack
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Mont G&J
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09/02/08 09:57pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Cracks in Front Cap
I have on several occasions passed oncoming 5th wheel trailers with the front cap bowed-in. I've often wandered if the owner was aware of the bowed-in cap.
Several years back, I remember reading where a person experienced this same type problem; the manufacture removed the cap and added additional bracing to prevent the cap from pushing back. IMO, I believe this may be the only way to permanently fix the problem if the cap is indeed flexing with a head wind. Jack
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Mont G&J
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09/01/08 10:39pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Maybe why RV Sales are down
yes you can deduct it
Agree...as long as you do not have another second home loan that you are deducting. Also, if I remember correctly, it must be equipped with sleeping, cooking and toilet facilities to qualify.
that's not the way 936 reads. but yes, you can deduct any thing that you want to. whether it passes an audit is another question. :p
bumpy
Bumpy and Bobbo, I don't understand why you wouldn't consider an RV a home.:h Many people, hundreds right here on RV.net use an RV as their primary or secondary homes. Are you thinking they have to be built out of sticks and bricks to qualify as a home:@
Please read the following carefully. This is important, could save you or someone on here hundreds of dollars. IRS allows RVs.
Quote... From Publication 936, pg 2
Qualified Home
For you to take a home mortgage interest deduction,
your debt must be secured by a qualified home. This means
your main home or your second home. A home includes a home, condominium,
Co-operative, mobile home, house trailer, boat or similar property that has
Sleeping, cooking or toilet facilities.
The interest you pay on a mortgage on a home
other than your main or second home maybe
deductible if the proceeds of the loan were
used for business, investment, or other deductible
purposes. Otherwise, it is considered personal
interest and is not deductible.
Main home you can only have one main
home at any one time. This home is where you
Ordinarily live most of the time.
Second home. A second home is a home that
you choose to treat as your second home.
Jack
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Mont G&J
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08/31/08 05:15pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Maybe why RV Sales are down
yes you can deduct it
Agree...as long as you do not have another second home loan that you are deducting. Also, if I remember correctly, it must be equipped with sleeping, cooking and toilet facilities to qualify.
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Mont G&J
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08/31/08 01:12pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Check That Dipstick!
Good advice Mr. Ed.
Been there, done that with a five-cylinder diesel Mercedes. Checked the oil level before leaving on a 160 mile trip, when I got there and slowed down I noticed the oil pressure gauge drop-off to zero. Pulled over and shut the engine down, popped open the hood and found the engine compartment completely soaked with oil and the dip stick half-way out of its holder.
To make a long story short, I received an estimate of $7000 to replace the engine, I traded (gave) the car as-is to the dealer.
Remember---to be forewarned is to be forearmed. Jack
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Mont G&J
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08/28/08 10:16pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Breakaway Controller Mistake
I would be surprised if your brake magnets fried. The pin in the breakaway simply is a seperator that seperate the steels contact balls in the breakaway swith. When you remove the pin the balls close together and start to draw 12V current from the battery to engage the magnets. Since your fuse blew, I would think that the draw on the magnets were protected.
You should have everything checked out, But I think you'll be OK.
I respecfully disagree. If the electrical brake system blew a fuse, then in my opinion the current draw had to exceed the designed system current limit. The lenght of the time the brakes were actuated by removing the break-away pin should not be a reason for the fuse to blow, unless it created a defect somewhere in the system that caused excessive current. Jack
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Mont G&J
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08/28/08 11:03am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: WD-40 on Tires
Ok all you WD-40 experts. Taken from the WD-40 website.
9 uses found.
Shines car tires
Shines bike tires
Shines wheelbarrow tires
Cleans white wall tires
Helps clean sidewalls on tires
Keeps boat tires non squeaky and lubricated
Lubricates air nozzle caps on tires
Loosens valve stems on lawnmower tires
Lubricates air holes before inserting hand air pump nozzle onto tires
I would think that if WD-40 puts it on the website, then it would be OK. Maybe not what everyone would do but not harmful.
-rog
You sure know how to spoil the fun.
It is important to note that at the bottom of the uses list on the WD-40 Web site is a disclaimer that reads.
"The uses of WD-40 described on this website were provided to WD-40 Company by end-users of the product, and do not constitute recommendations or suggestions for use of WD-40 by WD-40 Company. These uses, including the "Use of the Day," have not been tested by WD-40 Company. Consumers should exercise common sense whenever using WD-40. Always follow the instructions and take heed of any warnings printed on the
WD-40 packaging." Jack :?
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Mont G&J
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08/19/08 12:51pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: How to wire two 12v batteries?
You might want to be aware it is a very bad idea to connect 2 dissimilar batteries in your rig. :snip: In the worst scenario this could lead to a fire, best scenario is one of the batteries (the weaker one) will be overcharged and fail early.
Agree that its not the best idea to connect two dissimilar batteries but: just how in the world will that cause a fire?????????
Inquiring minds want to know the basis for that theory. :)
The overcharged battery that receives continued charging current, will covert that electrical energy into heat, causing the battery to get hot and produce excessive hydrogen gas, which may result in an explosion and/or fire. Jack
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Mont G&J
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08/18/08 09:52pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Well this will be my last post for a long time
I'm not sure anyone would agree with me, but I believe in an emergency such as this, if there was anything in the holding tanks I might try hooking on the sewer hose and let-go the gray water. If that doesn't get the job done, and if I thought it would help, the next action I'd take would be against the law in all states.:R
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Mont G&J
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08/14/08 11:00pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Satellite Finder Meter Driving Me Nuts!
I believe those meter movements you see are normal occurrences that occur when the system is searching for a satellite signal or transponder. To prevent the unwanted meter movements make sure your TV has the satellite signal strength bar showing from the setup menu (6-1-1). Jack
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Mont G&J
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08/14/08 09:09pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Name that RV
SEVEN TON ALBATROSS ;)
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Mont G&J
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08/08/08 04:40pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: satalite
If you are currently receiving the major networks on your DISH local channels, you will not be able to view these once you leave your area. However, you will still be able to receive the other 100 plus junk channels. Jack
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Mont G&J
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07/31/08 02:37pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Wind Deflector on cab of truck
With the apparent added down pressure, it seems like the "Wing" may not be a good thing if your TV is at or near the GVWR.
Wonder about increased tire wear?
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Mont G&J
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07/26/08 10:58pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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