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RE: installing a dishwasher
We had a Fisher & Paykel dishdrawer installed in our Phaeton about 4 years ago and LOVE it! We are fulltime and wouldn't be without it.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Bahia Honda State Park in the Florida Keys
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Dennis Henderson
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11/09/09 08:24pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Said goodbye today
Your sweet story is very similar to that of our black and white cat Pandy. She "crossed the Rainbow Bridge" just two years ago this week.
Sounds like your cats have been given a wonderful life and were treated with love and compassion when it was time to say goodbye.
Thankis for a good memory.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Long Key State Park in the Florida Keys
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Dennis Henderson
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11/06/09 06:02pm |
RV Pet Stop
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RE: Thousand trails for big rig
One of the problems for big rigs with Thousand Trails is that although there might be spaces you can fit into, they are likely to be occupied by the smallest units in the place! It's first-come, first-served. Any space is up for grabs by any size rig.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
As it should be. I have a smaller RV but paid the same for my membership .... so if TT wants to re-imburse some of my membership fee to take smaller RV spaces I would be happy to oblige.
I don't disagree with you. Anyone is able to take any space. I noted that this may be a problem for owners of big rigs. Those with large rigs should be aware that there may not be "room at the inn" for them.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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10/24/09 06:28pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Thousand trails for big rig
One of the problems for big rigs with Thousand Trails is that although there might be spaces you can fit into, they are likely to be occupied by the smallest units in the place! It's first-come, first-served. Any space is up for grabs by any size rig.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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10/24/09 05:42am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: can I direct wire a better light for my kitchen?
And BTW, it's not a stupid question. What is obvious to some is very difficult for others. We all have our area of expertise and knowledge. You likely know stuff that I could never understand. Great thing about the forum is that we all glean from each others own area of expertise!!
What an uplifting comment! Nice start to my day.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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10/24/09 05:38am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: bugs in toilet???
Do a Google search on "sewer flies" and you will find out all about them.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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10/22/09 05:36am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: RV parks in Florida - Is it SOP or the economy?
I just got a very nice "courtesy call" from one of the RV resorts in Florida, telling me that that they were taking reservations and had space available for me in 2010...Is it a Florida thing, or is it the economy?
If it was from an Encore/ELS park, it is SOP for about 3 years now.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway
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Dennis Henderson
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10/15/09 03:33pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Advice on 04 Phaeton
I got up on the roof and the rubber looked fine.
The roof is fiberglass.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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10/12/09 05:59pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Wekiwa Springs S.P. canoe/kayak launch questions
What size pvc did you use? Hard to tell from the picture, but did you use end caps and drill them to allow for the axle to go through?
I believe I used 3/4 inch schedule 40 PVC for everything except the lengths that go through the scupper holes. There I used 1/2 inch because my scupper holes were smaller. As you can see from the picture I used four T's to make all necessary connections. I used bushings to step the size from 3/4 to 1/2 and also in the ends to accommodate the axle. The axle itself was a piece of aluminum stock (can't remember the size, maybe 1/2 inch or 3/8 inch) available at Home Depot which fit perfectly through the bushings. I drilled holes in both ends of the axle to fit a cotter pin to hold the wheels in place and so that I could take the wheels off for storage.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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10/11/09 11:22am |
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RE: Wekiwa Springs S.P. canoe/kayak launch questions
...a hike down a rough trail that is too long to carry my kayak. I'm thinking of buying a cart to tote my kayak.
Why not be prepared for any circumstance and make one? This cost about $20.00.
http://i445.photobucket.com/albums/qq174/cindy08360/DSC06782Large-1.jpg height=460 width=640
http://i445.photobucket.com/albums/qq174/cindy08360/DSC06737Large.jpg height=460 width=640
http://i445.photobucket.com/albums/qq174/cindy08360/DSC06738Large.jpg height=460 width=640
I made sure to size it so it fits right in the back while I'm paddling.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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10/10/09 03:20pm |
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RE: Blue Ridge Parkway
Come visit! Don't wait too long. Here's how the leaves looked near Grandfather Mountain this past Tuesday, October 6.
http://i445.photobucket.com/albums/qq174/cindy08360/DSC00772ADJLarge.jpg height=460 width=640
There are always plenty of spots at the campground here.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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10/10/09 01:49pm |
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RE: Curry Hammock Bridge Closure
Update--closed until November 20.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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10/09/09 05:21pm |
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RE: South to North on Blue Ridge Parkway
Here are some comments from a similar thread on the tiffinrvnetwork forum:
"For those heading to the Blue Ridge Parkway - be carefull !! The tree canopy is very low and having the top and sides of your rig scraped is unavoidable in many places. While traveling most of the Parkway in NC by dingy we found that the low canopy was the rule rather than the exception and finally took the MH on alternate routes. The Park officials said some trimming was done this year but it was not done properly. "
"We just returned home from the Blue Ridge--we drove our coach on it in a section in VA--about 50 miles--We got off as soon as we could due to the low tree canopy. The DH laughed as I often was ducking--like that would help We were in construction with only one lane traffic and we got scratches on the side of the coach too-- due to limbs encroaching on the road and the narrow roadway. We only drove the toad on it after that. That tree canopy was really pretty tho!"
"It is good that you did not go on into North Carolina. I promise it would not have been better."
"We have been traveling the Parkway off and on for years but have never seen the tree situation as bad as this year."
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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09/29/09 08:20pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: South to North on Blue Ridge Parkway
We've spent the last two summer/fall seasons living and working on the Blue Ridge Parkway at Crabtree Meadows. We also have a 2003 40' Phaeton TGH. As much as we love the parkway, we would NEVER drive our motorhome any great distance on it. Unfortunately this season the tree limbs hang so low and stick out so far from the side that they almost force you over into the other lane to avoid damage to the roof or sides of your motorhome. Often motorcycles or other vehicles are hugging the center line as they come around the curve and if you have drifted over--disaster!
It's a fantastic drive, and the views are especially wonderful on the miles from the southernmost point up to the Mount Pisgah area. Be aware that often with the clouds and the fog you can go around a curve and run into instant zero visibility. Be ready!
If you do it in your motorhome, please come back to this post and let us know how it worked out for you.
Have fun!
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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09/29/09 08:00pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Swim with the manatees?
Try Elite Resorts at Crystal River (formerly Rock Crusher Canyon.) They were practically deserted last season since they pushed to sell lots instead of rentals. It is a very nice place.
Bird's Underwater in Crystal River is a very popular outfitter for swimming with the manatees.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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09/26/09 05:16am |
Snowbirds
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RE: Opting for Privacy, Where is it? (GS)
Thanks for the info. And thanks for the choice.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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09/22/09 08:43pm |
Forum Technical Support
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RE: Finally got a picture!!!
So, where is GINABAS?
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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09/02/09 08:12pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Can anyone identify what has happened to our wall?
You have had water infiltration into the wall and under the vinyl wall covering mold is growing and causing the bumps/pimples. Once you lift up the wallpaper, you will see the water damage and the black mold. Been there, done that.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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08/30/09 07:50pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Fall Leaves in N.C. ?
There is at least one prediction that the fall colors this year in western NC will be a bit muted:
"The good news is that ample rainfall across the Western North Carolina mountains put an end to a lengthy drought that threatened local water supplies and reduced crop yields. The bad news is all that moisture will put somewhat of a damper on fall color this year."
See full story at:
Asheville Citizen-Times--"WNC fall leaf color prediction: a little muted"
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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08/26/09 04:33pm |
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RE: Blue Ridge parkway
The NPS campgrounds, except for Mt. Pisgah, do not have shower facilities, just toilets and sinks.
We are camping this weekend at Mt. Pisgah. Do I understand that Mt. Pisgah Campground has showers? We were certainly not expecting that.
Jamie
The NPS is experimenting with adding some amenities to the campgrounds. Showers at Mt. Pisgah is one of these experiments. I believe one shower (bathhouse) is finished and another is soon to be installed.
Dennis and Cindy Henderson
fulltiming, currently at Crabtree Meadows at milepost 339 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
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Dennis Henderson
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08/19/09 04:31pm |
Roads and Routes
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