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RE: Miles per day
I haven't used the Ohio TP camping areas, but we did pull into an area with the T&T to park while we ran in to grab a sandwich from one of the shops. I would only do it and part with the dollars (20 I think) if needing electricity for AC. It was a nice and clean area and appeared secure. I think there was some slot where you dropped your money in, but honestly I didn't spend a lot of time looking the process over.
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epusher
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05/18/13 11:20pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Furnace only works when resetting fuse
Probably not moving enough air (heat) and tripping the overheat lockout. You may have a duct plugged or crimped.
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epusher
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04/29/13 02:53am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Splicing Into Fridge 12V?
The 14 awg is probably the smallest size the manufacurer could run with acceptable line loss. I would hate to fry a fridge circuit board at $100+ per vs just a new run of wire from the DC fuse panel. You can still route it up and through the refrig compartment.
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epusher
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04/27/13 05:26pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: MICH > W. VIRG > VIRG > NC > TN - Rookie
We just did a similar trip out of Michigan last year. The Flight 93 Memorial wasn't on our list but we ran across it. Very good stop with a great deal of discussion points.
If you choose DC, look at Cherry Hill Campground. You can take a bus/shuttle from the campground that will drop you at the subway system. Its a great system and very easy to use. But, you can easily spend a week in DC.
Skyline Drive is very nice. We stayed at Loft Mountain. Blue Ridge Parkway is very scenic. There are caves off the parkway. But do your research as driving a Class A on some of the roads off the parkway would not be recommended. Grandfather mountain could be fun. We didn't make it. We did enjoy Blowing Rock and the town of Boone. Also, most camping on the parkway is for smaller units (20/25 feet) or tents. Good luck planning as there is a lot to see and do.
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epusher
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04/25/13 10:57pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: why does shore power plug spark when i plug it in?
Its going to spark anytime you connect up a load with voltage. That spark can occur at the plug if that's where you do it. In the rv breaker if that's where you do it or in the house breaker if that's where you do it. While you're not going to overly shorten the life of your breakers, all you're doing is moving the location of the spark. Like others have said, just make sure you have major draws in the RV off (A/C, Water Heater, Electric Heater, Micro, etc) before plugging into shore power. A variety of heavier loads starting at once can trip the house breaker. With your plug, make sure you keep it clean and securely connected. Don't allow surface contaminants to build up resistance. That's a good way to ruin them and start a fire.
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epusher
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04/25/13 11:38am |
Hybrid Travel Trailers
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RE: 12 volt issue
Follow the wires from the battery to the converter to see if you have a cutoff switch to isolate the battery.
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epusher
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04/21/13 08:59pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Fresh water tank etiquette
If I'm paying for a night(s) at the campground I fill up according to my needs. I would never stop at a campground that I was not paying a night at just to fill up the water tank. At least not without asking.
I also carry and use the "water thief" product to fill from an non-threaded spigot if it is within hose distance of the site. I typically only do this later in the evening/night after others are done gathering water.
As to hauling water around in the tanks, I usually keep all the tanks empty for travel. Hauling water or waste around is, well a waste for me.
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epusher
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04/17/13 06:56pm |
Travel Trailers
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Jeep & Trailer Selection
After running the tent, pop-up, travel trailer, gasser Class A and diesel pusher Class A circuit, my parents are wanting to have the freedom that an rv provides. The DP was sold last year.
They have a 2008 Jeep with v-8/ trailer-tow. I think its rated for 650 lbs tongue, 1200 lbs payload and around 7,000 lbs tow. They've found two they like, but nothing is settled yet. Here are the links:
2013 Prime Time Tracer 230FBS
Coachman Freedom Express 242 RBS
I think the Tracer pushes the limits and when loaded will be over their limits on the Jeep. But that is the one they most like. Another option is to trade the Jeep for a new tow/daily driver. They sold the DP because of size and dislike for driving and always planning ahead for fuel, parking, etc.
While money isn't really an issue, I don't think they want to put all the cash from the DP back into an RV setup. I'm leaning to recommending they trade out the jeep (62,000 miles), go for a new tow vehicle and allow themselves more payload capacity and stability. This will not be a live in RV like the DP. They will need to buy one more new vehicle before giving up on driving (their thoughts, not mine).
My input has been related to tow stability, payload/tongue weight and ease of travel. Not that there will be many more long distance trips as everything but the East coast has been done. What are your thoughts on guidance parameters.
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epusher
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04/06/13 06:43am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: TV \ Inverter
Loose the MSW inverter. You can get 300 & 600 watt Pure Sine Wave inverters fairly inexpensively. Then wire it directly to the battery bank with the appropriate wire.
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epusher
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04/02/13 06:25pm |
Beginning RVing
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RE: Describe Indiana State Hwy 28 Between IN 25 and I-65
I think I've taken that road as a route around Kokomo and all the little towns and stop lights. If it is, then I thought the road was fine. I pulled the trailer in my sig through that area. Smooth road, two lane, but a nice drive. Speeds were 55-63. I recall railroad tracks, but no severe hump in crossing. I don't remember any overpasses.
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epusher
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04/02/13 06:21pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Dry Camping Suggestions
Its all a question of effort. With minimal conservation I can dump tanks into the tote every few days and replenish water via portable tank every few days. A 430 amp hour battery bank and small generator can go many days - without AC and the trailer has two propane tanks that are portable.
That being said, following some of the tips up above can minimize the work of restocking "infrastructure" supplies.
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epusher
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03/30/13 07:41pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: What do you store in your TT?
When in use for the season, everything stays in the trailer. This includes condiments in the fridge, a couple of frozen items in the freezer, and a variety of dry foods. Off season it gets winterized and everything: bedding, towels, etc all comes out and it gets a good deep cleaning.
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epusher
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03/30/13 07:17pm |
Beginning RVing
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RE: Toyota Tundra towing 8500 lb travel trailer
Wouldn't surprise me if your sig has a diesel in it 12 months from now.
x3. Been there, done that with a great Tundra. Brochure dry weight was 7,800 lbs. Tops out closer to 10k for camping now. Education is expensive.
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epusher
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03/22/13 04:06am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Can you name that classic RV from the past?
Grumman
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epusher
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03/20/13 07:39pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: inverter
You'll have to look at it. Yours either came with an inverter/converter/charger setup or just a converter/charger. With the first option it should be on and automatically either inverting dc to ac or converting ac to dc and charging. If the inverter was added on after the fact, it may or may not be wired to cutoff the converter while inverting.
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epusher
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03/20/13 01:46pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Toyota Tundra towing 8500 lb travel trailer
I had a 2007 Tundra, 5.7, dual exhaust, trailer tow package and all the bells and whistles. It was a great truck.
My trailer comes in at just over 9,000 lbs loaded. I suspect its closer to 10k now. Without the family in the truck and with no gear in the bed my rear axle with weight distribution was 4,060 lbs (RAWR 4150). Total on the truck without family was 7320, with a GVWR of 7100. This was with a 9k trailer.
The tundra did well. But I could carry nothing in the bed of the truck. And it always felt to be just on the edge of having control issues. Although I had no problems with trucks passing. Going slower helped (55/60 vice 65/70).
I towed for a year with the tundra on short trips around Michigan and one trip to Tennessee. Before I took a long trip through the Appalachian's I traded the tundra for the 2010 GMC 2500HD in my sig. 3,060 lbs of payload vs 1500 lbs. I am now able to haul generator, tools, leveling wood, and a variety of extras (necessities) without excess concern over weight issues.
I would not trade my trailer. Trading a truck isn't hard. And I chose to trade before a trip to Appalachian's meaning I would not have run the Tundra through the Rockies. But it was a great truck. I wish Toyota would do an HD 3/4 or 1 ton. Good luck with your decision.
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epusher
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03/20/13 06:51am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: fav eateries Mackinaw City
x2 on Clyde's and the Big C.
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epusher
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03/18/13 07:15pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Estimating needed generator output.
Staying at a family farm I would just borrow a generator. The problem with construction/home power use generators (beyond the loud) is they are typically not wired with a 30 amp rv plug. You have to wire a plug for the 30 amp 220 breaker on the generator but only come off one power leg.
A nice inverter generator up around 4,000 watts or higher is going to be very pricey ($3-4k). Camping World and some others have/had a 4,500 watt non-inverter generator with 30-amp rv plug for around $500. I pad $900 for my off brand 2800 watt inverter generator from a friend's RV supply business.
We stayed at Talladega (NASCAR) and ran a large home use generator the first couple of days when it was hot. We did not run it at night as A/C wasn't needed and I have a 430 amp hour battery bank with inverter for CPAP, fan, TV, etc. The generator was far enough away from us and neighbors that it wasn't too bad. And it wasn't behind anything. I think you will be fine, just watch the wiring.
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epusher
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03/18/13 04:01pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Is our truck big enough?
We just pulled our 9,000lb+ trailer with a 2010 GMC 2500HD extended cab (6.0 & 3.73) all through the Appalachian's. No problems. Outstanding gas mileage downhill, uphill - not so much. Enjoy your travels.
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epusher
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03/18/13 03:46pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Estimating needed generator output.
For a 15,000 BTU A/C, lights, CPAP, battery charging, etc you want at least 4,500 watts. I run a small 2800 watt inverter generator for quiet charging of batteries and some miscellaneous items but it will not run A/C. For the A/C, I borrowed a friends 6,000 watt home use generator (read loud).
If you're planning on running a generator all night, I hope you won't be in a campground as it most likely will not be allowed. And in a campground, the non-inverter ones will generally get you some nasty looks from spouse and neighbor. They are loud. You can quiet them some with plywood/foamboard blocking the noise from direct assault on your camper. Sounds like you may be staying at a family farm type place, so just bring a longer, 30-amp cord to get the genny away from you and behind something. In my opinion, the bigger the generator the less chance of issues - just make sure its wired up for 30-amp rv use.
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epusher
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03/18/13 01:33pm |
General RVing Issues
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