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RE: Durango/Silverton Train
Good call to change. Bus up (1st one if you can book it) and Train back was awesome. We rode in an enclosed car and the Concierge alerted us to all photo opportunities. The afternoon sun offered better shots than the morning would have at the time we went.
Enjoy.
Greg
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EgorKC
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04/08/13 08:17pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Valley of the Gods Rd
As I recall from 3 years back it was 17 miles of hard packed gravel, rock and stones. About 3/4 of it was washboard and anything above 10 mph was bone jarring. We drove it in a 2004 Ford Expedition without TT. Scenery was incredible on about 10 miles of it and while worth it I personnally would not take it in a MH or towing. That would be a great road to take in a rental car :B.
Greg
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EgorKC
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04/08/13 07:55pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: HELP...Suggestions please
Look up Mountaindale RV park in Colorado Springs. Spacious sites, gravel but very level, full hookups, lots of trees and not in town. Good base to visit Cheyenne Mountain, Pikes Peak area attractions and Royal Gorge as well. Stock up before you pull in as the closest Grocery was a bit of a drive.
Greg
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EgorKC
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04/08/13 07:32pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Our high side PUP was totalled by insurance co. 2 years ago after a tire tread separation at 75 (yeah I learned my lesson about towing above 65). Picked up new 5'er last Aug. and 1st order of business was Tire Minder. It works. While we have not travelled extensively on the Interstate we have gone 200 miles at a stretch doing 68. I like the comfort of checking the PSI and Temp every 30 min or so. It is interesting that the tires on the front axle register higher after 50 miles. Not by a lot but it does show a difference. I have 2 tires that seem to need a top off of air when we hookup for each trip. One was low by 5 1st time out after 50 miles and TPM was not in yet. It is better than not having a clue until you pull off for a pit stop. We are planning a trip on 160 through southern Colo. this summer. It will be interesting to see how altitude affects PSI and Temp.
Greg
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EgorKC
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04/07/13 02:36pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Maximum Grades on Colorado Mountain Passes
I think its totally unfair that some states have higher grades than others. They should all be made EQUAL and every state gets a trophy. IMO. lol
While you're at it, shouldn't those of us that hale from "flyover" country get an Ocean beach? It's only FAIR if every state should have an Ocean beach!:B:B:R
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EgorKC
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03/29/13 07:23pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: CAN SIKAFLEX STICK TO BUTYL TAPE
Sikaflex 221 is a one part polyurethane sealant/adhesive. It can be used to adhere to items together (assuming they are compatible with a polyurethane) It can also be used as a "caulk" type sealant. Butyl tape on the other hand is a synthetic rubber tape specifically designed to seal metal to metal lap joints. I assume you are wanting to caulk around a window that is leaking. If that is the case it will work if you cleam the butyl tape out deep enough to get a bead that will bridge metal to metal. Both products are used extensively in the metal building industry but never together in the same application. The polyurethane will adhere to metal very well if the metal is clean.
Greg
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EgorKC
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03/29/13 06:51pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: The Year of the Road Trip
Spearfish Canyon Drive in the Black Hills is well worth it. Be sure to stop and see the waterfalls. Rafter J RV park in Hills City is pricey but second to none for scenery, site size and site options. You can camp in the midst of Pines. It's on HWY 16 and at back entrance road to Rushmore (4 mile drive). Do take the needles highway, Iron Mountain road and Wildlife loop in Custer State park. Crazy Horse Mountain is 15 miles south of the Rafter J and on the way to Jewell Cave or Wind Cave.
We love that area.
Greg
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EgorKC
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03/08/13 08:39pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Best Route to Branson KOA
We Visit Branson 3-4 times a year. We always take 13 through Springfield and connect to Hwy 265 to Branson West. That avoids the more severe hills of Hwy 65 south of I44. However since you are likely coming I44 you should take 65 South to the Ozark Mountain Highroad (Hwy 465). That is a new bypass with practically no traffic that will take you to 76. At 76 take a right and go 1 mile to 265 south. If I remember correctly the KOA is on Safari Road. You can turn on that from 265 about 3 miles south of 76. WARNING, Safari road from that direction is probably a 12% grade and steep for about 1/2 mile. You can do it but I would not with my 5'er. If you want you could take 265 farther south to where it connects with 165 (fall river road). That will double back up and when you hit Safari from that direction it is 1/4 mile to the KOA. This route probably would be 10 miles longer but save you 30-45 minutes easy and less stress. Don't take my word for it. Check it on googlemap. Branson locals can chime in if Safari from 265 is not as bad as I remember.
Greg
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EgorKC
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02/25/13 07:46pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: CONEY SAUCE
CONEY ISLAND SAUCE:
1 pound ground chuck (ground 2x if possible)
1 6 oz. can tomato paste
1 cup water
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
1 tablespoon dried, minced onion
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1. Brown the hamburger in a large saucepan while breaking into small pieces. Sprinkle with salt and pepper while you are cooking.
2. Put the hamburger and remaining ingredients into a crock pot to cook, or add the remaining ingredients to the saucepan. Cook on low heat for 30 to 45 minutes. The sauce will begin to thicken. Stir once in a while so that the bottom doesn't burn.
Tried this tonight. LIKED it. Needs a wee bit of cayenne but other than that it makes a GREAT chili dog.
Greg
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EgorKC
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02/06/13 08:43pm |
Camp Cooks and Connoisseurs
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RE: If you could have one car back
1968 GTCS Mustang "California Special", 390 V8 Holley 4bbl, 4 speed with factory competition clutch (40# I think). Transmission gears were synchronized so I could shift without clutch given the correct rpm and speed. Biggest catch of my life shifted for me when we were crusin. She misses that car more than I and has mentioned that I should consider finding another one. I would really love to have another but really, really love RV road trips more so that is where the $ go.
Greg and DW the catch I mentioned earlier.
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EgorKC
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01/30/13 08:24pm |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Badlands National Park camping /sunset
The Cedar Pass cg in Badlands NP has electric only. It's near the visitor's center, which has evening and dark sky programs seasonally. The rock formations generally run east to west with higher elevation prairie on their north and lower elevation prairie to their south. Think of the formations as a wall. The cg is on the lower elevation. The park road is a lovely, scenic drive that meanders thru the formations and the lower and higher elevations. Sunsets? There are several vistas from the road pull outs, some looking up at the formations, others from a higher points looking out over the tops of them. Park rangers can help you find what you seek. No heavy crowds here. I would camp in the park to see sunset and sunrise.
X2 Arrived about 4:30ish afternoon, enjoyed sunset and ranger night sky program. Got up albeit later than we planned and enjoyed latter part of sunrise. Cedar Pass is worth it.
Greg
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EgorKC
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01/28/13 08:46pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Campground Cabin Rentals
We had an RV trip changed due to mechanical issues. Trailer was totaled by tire tread separation and we did not have a replacement yet. We adjusted plans and still camped at one of our favorite RV parks. The Rafter J in Keystone SD has cabins for rent. They had full bath, dorm fridge, sink, microwave and outdoor charcoal grill. We just had to supply linens and towels. We were in a treed area and off the main road vs hotel on the main route through town. It was a good alternative for us. I'd do it again if circumstances dictated. It saved about $30.00 a night vs motel. Also saved a bit by buying groceries and cooking a couple meals a day at the cabin instead of eating all meals out. We'd do it again if we had no RV.
Greg
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EgorKC
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01/27/13 06:12pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Mattress Options?
One of the options on our Wildcat was a mattress upgrade to a "Trump" Serta. DW insisted on it. We are very happy with it. It is so comfortable I don't mind telling Her she was right. Of course that Right business could come back to haunt me someday. :B
Greg
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EgorKC
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01/04/13 08:28pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Penzeys
Enlish prime rib rub. Great rub for roast beef but I prefer to use it in stews. YUM. We are fortunate and have a store 10 minutes away. It is truly the chefs candy store. :)
Greg
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EgorKC
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12/30/12 04:44pm |
Camp Cooks and Connoisseurs
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RE: Good Sam ERS
Pop-up we used to have blew tire at milemarker 5 on I-70 just inside Kansas, 4th of July couple years back. GS had tire guy there in 45 minutes which considering the remoteness and Holiday was more than outstanding. He had the spare mounted and we were on the way in under another 30 min. We are very happy with GS ERS.
Greg
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EgorKC
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12/29/12 05:30pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: So just how did you come up with your screen name here???
Name is Gregory but family always called me Greg. A friend in high school found the EGOR in the middle of my name. Called that by friends all through high school and some college. We are from the Kansas City area thus the EgorKC. Lost track of all high school friends so it's a name from the past. Fond memories of those days though.
Greg
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EgorKC
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12/04/12 08:29pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Comfort Food
While in VietNam over forty years ago, all I could dream about was coming home and have a meal of fried chicken, mashed patotes, white gravy made from the chicken grease, green beans and a big chocolate cake for dessert. If that happened to be Moms weekend to make bread also, I would have been in heaven!!!
FOOTNOTE: I arrived home unannounced and for dinner that day it was roast beef. That had to be meal of choice in the mess hall two or three times a week and to this day the smell of roast beef almost turns my stomach.
Redcather70. 1st and foremost Thank You for your service. 2nd, I hope it did not spoil you on Prime Rib. Mine is smothered in Dijon mustard and sea salt then roasted. Medium done with some horseradish sauce is the best beef on the planet. I am with you on the fried chicken with white gravy but my mom is not with us any longer and I never could master the frying part.
Greg
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EgorKC
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09/30/12 01:26pm |
Camp Cooks and Connoisseurs
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RE: Branson rv park
You might look at Compton Ridge (comptonridge.com). They have a Thanksgiving potluck (they cook the Turkey) with lots of attendees. They also have an indoor pool that is open until the end of Thanksgiving week. On the West side of town (close to SDC) but close to most everything. Great folks.
X2. Stayed several times. They have a very nice park. Well run.
Greg
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EgorKC
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09/24/12 07:36pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Mt Rushmore
Not sure what type of place you are looking for. We just left that area a week ago - spent 5 days there - and stayed at Rafter J. Great park. Lots of parks all thru there.
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Chef wannnabe
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EgorKC
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09/16/12 04:11pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Wonder if I'll miss the Endura...
Why not visit RV parks or Campgrounds that have cabins for rent? We love the Rafter J in Keystone SD for camping. Before our 5th wheel was delivered we spent 4 nights in a cabin there this summer. You bring own linen, towels, pillows etc. It had private bath, dorm fridge, microwave, sink and outdoor grill. They had several cabins and all were booked. Many other parks have these. That way you are still staying in the RV parks and communities you are accustomed to. Normally about 10-20% cheaper than hotels too.
Just a thought.
Chef wannabe
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EgorKC
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09/12/12 07:17pm |
General RVing Issues
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