RE: LAKE CASITAS, VENTURA COUNTY
The Fox area is nice. Full hookups at the sites away from the lake, lakeside are w/e only. Fox is right near the little general store, easy walk for supplies. I like the fact that the sites are not right on top of each other like some parks.
I believe it is the "B" loop that has w/e hookups, a little more rustic.
Have not been there in January, we usually go in the summer, and take advantage of the Water Park for the grandkids.
It is a nice place to camp, you should enjoy it.
Good luck,
Bill
RE: RV Park in Anaheim, CA
What type of park do you prefer? If you like a campground type, with trees, grass, a little more rustic then a parking lot, look at Canyon RV Park.
Canyon RV Park
Nice place.
Good luck,
Bill
RE: Grill for the stick and bricks.
Man, this is a tough quetion. Many nice grills out there.
One question, how many people do you want to be a to cook for?
I am assumeing you are looking for a gas model. If not, two recomendations would be:
A Weber Performer Grill. Gives you the great performance of a Weber Kettle, with a gas ignition to light your coals. Just inherited one, and I love it, coals are lit much faster then using a chimney starter, and more consistent. Cooks very well.
You can also look at one of the ceramics, like a Big Green Egg. Though a large one would be pushing your budget. Nice about these is that they can get REAL Hot for searing steaks, but work well for low-and-slow cooking too.
For a gas grill, I would look at some that Weber has to offer, like a Weber Genesis EP 310 or 320. One thing about Weber, besides the quality, there customer service is first rate.
Good luck, and happy shopping.
Bill
RE: Have you had to wait for parts recently? - an update
Sure glad I read this post, I was thinking my service guy was giving me the run-around too, saying parts were on order, can't get ahold of tech at a company (for Jack problem), etc. MH had been there for a couple of weeks, had to pick it up for a trip, returned it to them 6 weeks ago. Parts are due in this week he is told, but I am not holding my breath.
This was for awning over slide out parts.
RE: Looking for RV park near Avenal, CA
Yes, Sommerville Almond Tree RV Park is a nice place, easy on and off freeway, nice people running it. Lots of shade as well.
Sommerville Almond Tree RV Park
Good luck,
Bill
RE: Video, Dentist Sketch - The Carol Burnett Show.
When I was a kid, my parents use to like taking out-of-town guests to the sudios to watch the taping of the shows live, and would drag us along.
To this day, I still recall one skit with Tim as the old man playing as a doctor, I believe Harvey was the patient. Tim was blowing into an exam glove before putting it on, and acted as if he had swallowed it. He started making this squeaking sound as he breathed. He had Carol and Harvey in hysterics, they could not contain themselves. Once he got them started, he would not let up.
One of the funniest moments, I would love to see it again.
RE: Need Thanksgiving Reservations!
Check out Lake Casitas. If the weather is warm, and the water park is still open, it gives kids pleanty to do.
Not rual, but East Shore RV Park at Puddingstone Lake is a short drive as well.
Good luck,
Bill
RE: Skylight source and material recommendations
Try here.
RV Skylights
They are available in Lexan as well.
Good luck,
Bill
Oops, sorry, did not know the taxi roof signs link above was the same place.
RE: Any damage towing an automatic in neutral?
Starting in 1999, 4x4 S10's with the AutoTrac feature were towable 4 down.
Here is the text directly from a 1999 owners manual, section 4-40, Recreational Towing:
"Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles
(Automatic Transfer Case)
Use the following procedure to correctly tow your
vehicle on all four wheels:
1. Firmly set the parking brake.
2. Place the transmission in PARK (P).
3. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the
tow vehicle.
4. With the engine running, shift the transfer case to
NEUTRAL. See “Four-Wheel Drive” in the Index
for the proper procedure to select the neutral position
for your vehicle.
5. Release the parking brake only after the vehicle
being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle.
6. Turn the ignition to OFF. The OFF position unlocks
the steering column and reduces battery drain.
Unlocking the steering column will allow the proper
movement of the front wheels and tires
during towing."
Here is a link to manuals.
1999 S10 owners manual
If you are not sure if you have AutoTrac, look in the manual, it shows pictures of the difference in the switch configuration on the dash.
Good luck,
Bill
RE: Have you named your motorhome?
My wife calls our rig "Bubba".
She named my duallie "Duke" (after John Wayne, she likes Westerns).
She calls her Trailblazer "Little Joe".
RE: Where to go for Thanksgiving in CA???
Thanks everyone, some really great ideas.
bowtiebill, yup,we really enjoy Shaver. I have never been to Bass Lake. Are there things to do up there that time of year?
dmatt,
We really enjoy Bass Lake, as well as Shaver.
Not sure what you guys like to do. I did some looking, and there is a Festival and Craft Fair, with the annual Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony at Pines Village, on the 27th-29th. Event info
You could take a day excursion to Yosemite, just a short drive from Bass Lake. And if you like to fish, fishing on the lake should be OK, I would check some of the web sites for fishing reports.
Here is a list of stuff to see/do around Oakhurst as well.
Oakhurst things to do
Hope you guys have a good time, wherever you go.
Bill
RE: Where to go for Thanksgiving in CA???
dmatt,
If I recall from one of your previous posts, you, like us, like Shaver Lake.
Well, how about going to Bass Lake. Lower elevation then Shaver, so snow should not be an issue. Though I believe they are still working on the dam, so lake level may be a little low.
But, shouldn't we be asking you this question? :B
RE: Bar BQ The best places
If any of you are visiting Yosemite, or just in the area of the California Central Valley, stop by the QN4U BBQ house. Brent and Kim are wonderful people, and make pretty mean BBQ. Many time CBBQA Team of the Year, have also won contests in other states as well.
They have the usual Brisket, Pulled Pork, Ribs, etc., but they also have a Bacon Wrapped Hot Dog that is killer!
If you are heading that way, call ahead of time and ask if they will have their Beef Ribs on the menu. Very good.
Tell Brent and Kim that Bill Keyes said "Hey".
QN4U BBQ House
Enjoy.
RE: RV camping at Lake Casitas Rec Area CA
This is were we like to take the Grandkids. The Waterpark keeps them entertained, plus there are some playgrounds close to some of the camp loops.
They also have boat rentals for fishing.
As mentioned, it is a no-contact lake.
We like to stay in the Fox loop.
Good luck,
Bill
RE: Henderson's Kodiak suspension mods
6. Rear springs supplement------ by Henderson's tech at ALB rally.
WOW again. increased height 2 1/4 inches.
regards, bumpus4
Bumpus,
May I ask what this is? Is it an extra leaf, or the SuperSprings?
I am looking at adding the SuperSprings myself, whould like to know what else is available/being used.
As to the OP, I added the Koni FSD's, been real happy with the improved ride. Though I have not had all the other issues many on here have posted.
Good luck,
Bill
They are the same. I have just always called them spring supplements.
Out of all the things I have done to the Seneca the "Super Springs" installed by Henderson was the best spent money.
Henderson's techs first measured the coach height from ground then pulled both rear tire sets one side at a time and installed the floating spring. This raised the coach about two inches. And increase the ride about 15% better.
regards, bumpus4
Thanks for the info, guys. My rig handles pretty darn good, but I am sure it could be better, and I do want to raise the back end. I think SuperSprings is the answer.
Thanks,
Bill
RE: Henderson's Kodiak suspension mods
6. Rear springs supplement------ by Henderson's tech at ALB rally.
WOW again. increased height 2 1/4 inches.
regards, bumpus4
Bumpus,
May I ask what this is? Is it an extra leaf, or the SuperSprings?
I am looking at adding the SuperSprings myself, whould like to know what else is available/being used.
As to the OP, I added the Koni FSD's, been real happy with the improved ride. Though I have not had all the other issues many on here have posted.
Good luck,
Bill
RE: Bike rack
I have the SOFTRIDE bike rack, been very happy with it. I like the ease of dropping it down for loading and access, and the anti-rattle attachment.
Good luck,
Bill
