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RE: Recording OTA broadcasts
Thanks. It appears that about half of those listed have tuners, but they also have prices in excess of $250. I may have to get an external digital tuner for my old DVD burner, but that is not really convenient.
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TomG2
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05/19/13 09:41am |
Technology Corner
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Recording OTA broadcasts
We used to use VCR's to record Over The Air programming. Is there any low cost method of doing this with digital signals? I don't have satellite or cable and probably won't be getting either one. I know about the DVR's that are available for them. Looks like today's VCR's and DVD recorders lack digital tuners.
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TomG2
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05/19/13 09:09am |
Technology Corner
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RE: Ease of Reese installation?
Most dealers have competent mechanics that can do a good job installing hitches. Let your dealer know that is what you expect, not the kid they just hired to wash campers, to install yours. It is still a good idea to read the instructions and understand how to adjust your hitch if necessary as things can change with loading and use.
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TomG2
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05/19/13 08:04am |
Towing
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RE: When the Snowbirds are Gone
There is a good REASON for that. Heading to the gulf coast during hot weather months is not MY idea of a fun place to be :)
"They" told me that June is the busiest month of the year for tourists in Florida. Must be some people willing to "Go south" in the summer. Historically, people went to the coast in the summers to cool off and enjoy the beaches.
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TomG2
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05/19/13 06:19am |
Snowbirds
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RE: f150 vs.f250
That "cushy ride" is the reason we see so many people on here asking about Supersprings, Timbrens, better hitches, and LT tires. The HD F-150's and F-250's will tow better, if we are talking about control and safety with bigger brakes, better tires, stronger frames, and gearing for towing, not mileage.
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TomG2
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05/18/13 08:22am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: f150 vs.f250
Not $10k better!
The OP said he had "An offer to trade", not that it was going to be ten thousand dollars. It might be worth a lot of money if his current vehicle is inadequate or dangerous to drive. Some F-150's have low power and payload, some have much more. I have seen some with double the payload of others. I am sure he will take a big hit trading in an almost new vehicle, but if he wants/needs something else, it is his money to spend.
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TomG2
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05/18/13 07:29am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: f150 vs.f250
If you have one of the HD F-150's, there is little to gain by changing. On the other hand, there are variations that are not nearly as capable. That is why we are asking for some numbers. I rented a F-250 before purchasing one. It only took a 100 mile weekend to convince me to trade for one.
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TomG2
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05/18/13 05:56am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: f150 vs.f250
Curious as to what the payload is on your F-150? (It's on the yellow door sticker) The F-250 will be a better tow vehicle, but at some cost in fuel, ride, etc.
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TomG2
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05/17/13 07:49pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: CAMCO EAZ-LIFT
Of course picture can be misleading but for starters it looks like the front end of the trailer is too high. It should be level or slightly lower in the front. Another is that it appears that the lift brackets are not directly above the u-bolts on the bars. Did the weights and measures change when you mount battery(s)? Most people do not worry that the back end drops a little. They try to get the front axle back to its original height.
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TomG2
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05/17/13 09:38am |
Towing
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RE: CAMCO EAZ-LIFT
As usual, everybody wants to guess about links and tension. You have a lot of money invested, spend another ten to get meaningful weights to help you get a safe and comfortable setup.
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TomG2
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05/17/13 07:53am |
Towing
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RE: which tablet?
Gas versus diesel, Chevy versus Ford, Apple versus ???????. It always comes down to that in these forums. Apple probably makes some okay products, but I perceive them as being too "proprietary" for me. I like the open market approach better.
I happen to have a Samsung Galaxy Tab 7. It has a fairly current version of Android, and more apps available than I ever imagined. Works great. I see them for sale at $179 which is a lot of tablet for the money.
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TomG2
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05/16/13 06:49am |
Technology Corner
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RE: Chevy or Ford
Has Tundra resolved their problem with broken frames?
That was resolved a long time ago. Around 2007 to be exact.
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It was a joke. Out of nowhere, the previous post asked if Chevy cured their oil disappearing problem. There are tons of Internet problems for every brand. "Have you heard the one about............."
Sorry for the use of irony.
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TomG2
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05/15/13 06:48pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Chevy or Ford
Has Tundra resolved their problem with broken frames?
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TomG2
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05/15/13 02:17pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Towing Shouldn't Be This Difficult - Help Needed
There is "probably" something wrong with the front end, but a competent shop will look at the whole vehicle. There can be problems anywhere. Bent frame, bent rear axle housing, loose suspension components anywhere.
Your problem is not your hitch. You can adjust it all day long and not cure a "Wandering Ford" that wanders alone.
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TomG2
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05/15/13 11:19am |
Towing
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RE: Searching For A TV/DVD Combo
My Sansui has the most sensitive OTR digital receiver of the five brands that I have owned or tried. Won't matter with cable or satellite.
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TomG2
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05/15/13 09:34am |
Technology Corner
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RE: Searching For A TV/DVD Combo
Good sound may be harder to find than good picture. A sound bar or utilizing your entertainment center will help with that.
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TomG2
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05/15/13 08:21am |
Technology Corner
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RE: Poll: Did you go larger?
In the last ten years: A Ford F-150, went to a F-250 work truck, it was good. Next was another fancy F-150, not much better than the first. (I believed the advertising)
Got a 2007 Silverado 2500HD. Good truck but pulling my fifth wheel I wanted a six speed so traded for a 2009. Went back to a TT and thought I would enjoy the ride and economy of a 1500. I did, but I was spoiled by the way a 2500 handles a load. Therefore, I am now driving a 2013 2500HD and will stay with it or bigger until I hang up my keys, no matter the trailer. Every time I look at the frame, brakes, tires, etc. I know I am in the right tow vehicle. For me.
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TomG2
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05/15/13 07:38am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: P2 Brake Controller
The instructions for setting up the controller are available online. Basically, they tell you to use a setting that "almost" locks the trailer brakes using the finger lever. There is also a setting for GAIN which relates to how aggressive you want the trailer brakes to be. Not as complicated as it sounds.
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TomG2
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05/15/13 07:26am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: F150 payload quetion
"Most" F-150's are in that range although "Most" forum members have much higher numbers.
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TomG2
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05/14/13 08:27pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Chevy or Ford
Like the fat salesman down at Cheap Kampers says, "It is half towable and she'll be steady as a rock. Don't let nobody tell you no different."
Yes, there are some F-150's and 1500's that would get the job done. All F-250's and 2500's will. I chose the latter. Others won't. I believed that salesman, once.
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TomG2
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05/14/13 06:00pm |
Tow Vehicles
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