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RE: Roll Call Alaska 2013
We are planning on May 20 but will keep an eye on the weather out west. Hopefully things will dry out by then.
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AidenJ
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04/29/13 02:30pm |
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RE: Front rack
I have the Bodiak twin tube mount with a custom made rack. Carry my genny and gas and some other odds and ends. Very stable. Only drawback is lining up the 2 receivers. Very stable.
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AidenJ
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04/24/13 04:59am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Automotive GPS suggestion
As promised here are the pics of the Garmin mount I use:
http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii172/Bear2360/IMG_4241_zps4381d1b2.jpg height=640
http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii172/Bear2360/IMG_4238_zps303ef886.jpg height=640
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AidenJ
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04/20/13 04:32pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Automotive GPS suggestion
I have a Garmin mount for the dash,sits flat and doesn't budge under way but it will lift right off the dash. I haven't found another like it. I got it at a Navy Exhange 4 years ago. I will try to get a pic for you.
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AidenJ
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04/20/13 06:29am |
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RE: Automotive GPS suggestion
I bought a Garmin years ago. I've been looking at replacements and can't find a new unit that does everything my old one does. The ones I looked at that have life maps also come with life traffic. If you read the revues about the traffic your screen gets blocked with ads. I stayed with my old unit and bought a SD card with new maps. I would definitly would buy another Garmin if mine goes south.
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AidenJ
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04/12/13 05:22pm |
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RE: Roll Call Alaska 2013
just curious as to the purpose of saran wrap on toilet??
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AidenJ
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04/11/13 03:28pm |
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RE: Propane leak ( hot water heater)
Might be time for a professional to check. If you are indeed smelling propane get a HVAC person to see what is going on. I have seen what a propane leak that ignited can do. Here in a small hamlet of our state pretty much leveled the community. Best of luck in your quest.
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AidenJ
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04/07/13 05:23pm |
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RE: Resources for locating campgrounds
Try Army Corp of Engineer. They are usually away from major roads and are near rivers, dams and man made lakes. Some have water and elec others are boondock sites. Hope you enjoy your stay.
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AidenJ
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04/03/13 04:51am |
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RE: Roll Call Alaska 2013
In regard to the traps, won't they attract other critters? I know here in the Adirondak Mts if you put out any kind of sugar mixture you will have bears, deer, along with the flies and bees. I'm allergic to bees and bears so I'll put up with the other pests.:B
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AidenJ
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03/30/13 12:56pm |
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RE: Pets on the Alaska Marine Highway
I understand your problem. I personally wouldn't put my dog through that long sailing. Everyone has their own way of dealing with pets. We waited till our 15 yr old Lady was put down before doing any long trips. My guess about the not staying in your vehicle is for safety regulations. It probably is not the boats regulations but the country that harbors it.
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AidenJ
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03/27/13 05:43am |
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RE: Roll Call Alaska 2013
Thank you Sue.t. I was hoping it wouldn't be like NY state CG's that if you don't book 6mos in advance all thats left are a few tent sites.
Are the bus passes purchased through the park system. I think someone said they are available at the visitor center. Less than two months to departure.:)
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AidenJ
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03/26/13 04:55am |
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RE: Roll Call Alaska 2013
A question for those who have stayed at Denali (tek). We seldom make reservations and have no set timetable, but we definitly want to camp at that particular CG. Just how important is it to make a reservation there? Is it possible to get in without one?
Thanks
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AidenJ
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03/25/13 12:10pm |
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RE: Roll Call Alaska 2013
We are new members, Pat & George, taking our first trip to AK (#1 on our bucket list). We travel with our cat Whiskey. Thanks to all for the excellent information in this forum.
We are leaving Panama City Beach, FL on or about 3/20/2013 and are planning a leisurely trip on I-10,then heading to Las Vegas, Tahoe and maybe Reno, then CA, OR and Washington State and into BC. We rarely go more than 250 miles and then stay 3 days. The only reservations we made are in Seward, AK from 6/15 - 7/21.
Hubby is retired Navy and I'm an Army brat so everywhere we stop we look for a VFW, American (or Canadian) Legion, AMVETS, Fleet Reserve or Moose.
I remember seeing a suggestion in an earlier post that we put a Roll Call Alaska sign in our window. Would love to talk to others making the trip this year.
Hello from a fellow Navy Retiree. Don't forget the US Military campgrounds and parks. Most are very inexpensive plus you can shop at the Commisary.
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AidenJ
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03/25/13 12:03pm |
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RE: Gas situation on the Campbell highway?
Thanks for the heads up. Between you and JoeB there is a lot of great information out there. I guess if I can drive in New York City I should be fine in the approaches to AK.
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AidenJ
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03/22/13 08:41am |
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RE: Gas situation on the Campbell highway?
Last visit to Ross River the juveniles were getting their exercise by throwing rocks at our fifth wheel as we drove along the main road in/out. Fortunately, no windows were broken. We were also advised by a resident to not park our fifth wheel anywhere as the "the hooligans are out", taking advantage of the 24/7 daylight. So we did not drive the North Canol as we had planned. Instead, just skeedaddled out of town.
Is this common for this area. I don't take kindly to such goings on. I had anticipated rough and muddy roads, but not that sort of actions.
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AidenJ
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03/22/13 07:30am |
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RE: Roll Call Alaska 2013
that all depends on how level everyone needs to be! Could probably take a half dozen easily, with room for another six here and there.
No hookups or services, but the outhouse is clean! :B
July is berry picking time and August is bear viewing time.
Sounds like a Yukon RV rally:B
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AidenJ
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03/19/13 05:47am |
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RE: Compare other prices 1st!
I have found that even when they have a sale brochure, I can easily find the item cheaper.
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AidenJ
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03/18/13 03:23pm |
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RE: Propane leak ( hot water heater)
I have to agree with reddog if you can smell propane you have a problem and no amount of sealant will fix the problem. Exhaust fumes do not smell like propane and CO is odorless.
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AidenJ
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03/16/13 05:23am |
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RE: Overall Height on Northern Light or Bigfoot 2500
I built a single bay pole structure with a rough opening of 12'. My 10-2 Northern Lite fits. Not sure of the clearance. I have to position the AC between the roof supports to get it off the truck. I don't remember my exact ht. It changed when I upgraded my spring pack.
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AidenJ
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03/16/13 05:14am |
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RE: Channel-Port aux Basques Ferry Terminal
We are not a big fan of reservations. We made the trip to NL last year. When we arrived in Nova Scotia and knew our approx. arrival time to the pier we called to get sailing times. Proceded to the pier and purchased tickets. Spent the night in line and sailed the next day. Return was even better only couple of hours wait. We were in no hurry either way and I guess that makes a big difference. Hope you enjoy your trip as much as we did.
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AidenJ
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03/15/13 05:29am |
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