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Off to Alaska..sorta
I am bombing up to Stewert BC and Hyder Alaska today, Wednesday, for a 3 day run. Wave if we pass....
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I usually monitor on CB16 and LAD 1.
Gary Haupt
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05/22/13 09:00am |
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RE: On the Road with "Roll Call Alaska 2013"......
If you need fuel on highway 16 in BC...the Esso in Old Hazelton was 132.9 on the weekend...9 cents cheaper than the others. Smithers is beastly...just sayin.
Take the right just thru New Hazelton, over the Hagwilget Bridge...about 4k's I'd guess.
Gary Haupt
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garyhaupt
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05/22/13 08:51am |
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RE: Ugh- found some water in the overhead bunk- what to do.
I'd spend the bucks and have a shop do it. Reason being..with that such a recent RV you don't want to guess about where the leak is/was and that wood needs to be removed and the whole front cap made tight and clean. Shop around...ask for recommendations from folks in your area...which is where? I see PNWb ut that's a big bit of real estate. But yes..it's going to be pricey. And no, I wouldn't cancel the plans. Goop thay area up a bunch, put a fan up there and open all the front windows to dry the interior and then have at it.
Gary Haupt
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garyhaupt
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05/22/13 08:16am |
Class C Motorhomes
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Cheaper gas on 16..
If you were to take the right off 16 towards Old Hazelton..over the Hagwilet Bridge..all of about 4k's...an Esso that was selling for 132.9 on the weekend. The rest were at 140.9
Gary Haupt
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garyhaupt
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05/21/13 02:43pm |
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On your way north....
And on highway 16 aroud New Hazelton and needing a campsite, maybe take a look at a new-ish BC Provincial Park..Anderson Flats.
http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/parkpgs/anderson_flats/
Right on the Skeena and Bulkley rivers, grasslands. Very quiet and posted No Off Road toys so...no noises like that.
And free, too. No services,mind you. Just a peaceful spot.
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Gary Haupt
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garyhaupt
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05/21/13 01:20pm |
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RE: Looks like it is raining Class C Expedition Vehicles
Oh..a few of us have some pretty modified rv's.
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Gary Haupt
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05/17/13 09:11am |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Off-road capable RVs
This is a pic of my rig at the Racetrack in Death Valley over 50 miles in 4wd round trip
I see that in Wiki there is this.."Access is via Racetrack Road, reached at the Grapevine Junction near Scotty's Castle. The 28 mile rough gravel road heading south-west from Ubehebe Crater is passable with non-4WD vehicles but requires high ground clearance. It rounds the western side of the playa to a parking area with descriptive signs by the National Park Service. A bench here, placed by the Mano Seca Group, has scenic views of The Racetrack, The Grandstand, and mountain scenery. Another access to Racetrack Playa is Lippincott pass road that enters the Racetrack valley from the south west, climbing up from Saline Valley. Lippincott Pass and the roads in Saline Valley are extremely rough and negotiable for high clearance 4WD vehicles with all-terrain tires only.
Camping, while not allowed on the playa, is available in "primitive campsite" areas to the north and south. Visiting remote areas of Death Valley bears considerable risk. Summer temperatures can surpass 120°F (49°C), large areas are without cellphone reception, roads are treacherous and the closest gas station is in Furnace Creek.
Gary Haupt
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05/14/13 09:14pm |
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RE: On the Road with "Roll Call Alaska 2013"......
Fuel went from 131.9 to 136.9 in the North as of today. That's a liter and regular.
Gary Haupt
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garyhaupt
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05/14/13 07:59pm |
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RE: Victoria Day Weekend - Who's camping?
Going off to the Ksan..in Old Hazelton
http://jimpoitras.ca/turtle-island/rock-the-north-benefit-jam/
Gary Haupt
We were going to Kitsault but the gate into the property is still locked. Till mid-June, I am told.
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05/14/13 06:22pm |
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RE: On the Road with "Roll Call Alaska 2013"......
We will be leaving Grants Pass, Or on Wednesday. Probably hitting the Osoyoos Crossing on Friday the 17th. There is a big Holiday for Canadians that week end so there maybe a little more traffic than usual.
The border traffic will be opposite your direction.. After that...you into the fist good-weather long weekend in BC. Most (all) of the BC Provincial CG's open, and so..it's busy.
Gary Haupt
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05/14/13 11:48am |
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RE: On the Road with "Roll Call Alaska 2013"......
Just saw this...Alaska tailgate party.
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Gary Haupt
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05/14/13 11:45am |
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RE: Can Anyone Tell Me What Year....
Wowowowowow...how is anyone ever going to be able come to a conclusion wood vs aluminum?
From my perspective the bottom line is rot. The poster lives in LA and as long as the only RV'ing you are ever going to do is in the warmrth and dryness of southern Ca, Az, and Nevada, your choice of building types is moot. If, however, you are going 'all over', then one needs to be aware of the potential for rot. RV's leak if not well maintained, usually thru the clearance lights, front facing window ...do NOT get one with that...and rear caps, and any seams (some cheaper RV's have seams in the front cap).
You don't see RV's/trailers/TC's just laying on the side of the road having come apart. Unless they have been in an accident, of course.
Triple E's are metal frame.
Gary Haupt
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05/14/13 08:54am |
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RE: Off-road capable RVs
This outfit imports from down under. Might be worth a look.
http://www.kakaducamping.com/bushranger150.html
Gary Haupt
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garyhaupt
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05/13/13 09:12am |
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RE: Awesome slide in unit at Target today
I like to jump in about here and remind folks, that you don't gotta have the coin to buy on these very nice, out-of-reach RV's. There are a couple places that will convert yopur existing RV or the the RV of your choice over to 4x4 for about $22,000. Then you can go knutz and add all the stuff you want. I have a boat rack, 250W of solar, winch, huge clearance and all for a damn site less than the sticker on these types of RV's.
If you are thinking of going the 'extreme' route, do your homework and you can save literally 100's of thousands of dollars.
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Gary Haupt
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garyhaupt
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05/11/13 07:58am |
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RE: What is the fuel economy, or UNeconomy, on a "C".
Man..I have no idea what I get for fuel mileage. I have an ahoooga submarine horn on my sensor and when it get's down too far...I have to be quick tho..we begin to submerge.
I get 5 hours on the highway between refuels. THAT much I do know. Mind you, when I think of the stuff I carry..stove/oven, fridge, shower,toilet, sinks, food and water, beds for 6 (yeah, right!) 17ft kayak, fishing gear, bbq, tools, propane, chairs, axes..and it's four wheel drive too....I figure it's a bargain.
Gary Haupt
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05/10/13 12:39pm |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Checking out El Monte rental sales
" I feel I should deduct them from the low retail price before making an offer."
If I am interpreting your comment correctly, it's already a low price...and you want to offer less. Oh sure...go for it.
Gary Haupt
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05/08/13 04:25pm |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: So where did you dry camp today?
Orange Bride, just east of Kitimat, for the weekend..and contrary to two weeks ago...was empty till Saturday night.
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Breakfast
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Steak dinner
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Morning coffee
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Gary Haupt
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05/08/13 01:56pm |
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RE: Kitwanga Cafe
Morning Joe...I was referring to the cafe that is in the village itself. There is a small community campground, school, church, gas station and the cafe, all in close proximity. Called the Kitwanga Cafe...last year it was Mindy's.
https://maps.google.ca/maps/ms?msid=202099339944278416571.0004dc218f76307d52a2a&msa=0&ll=55.113409,-128.02527&spn=0.006885,0.021136
Gary Haupt
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garyhaupt
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05/07/13 08:22am |
RVing in Canada and Alaska
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Kitwanga Cafe
I was just in today and can report that the cafe is open and pounding out the homemade goodies. Pies, cakes, soups...all the usual suspects. No burgers or fries tho. The lady says she doesn't have a ventilation system that would pass inspection for a flat top and fryer.
Just an FYI for those heading up BC 37 from highway 16.
Gary Haupt
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05/06/13 07:45pm |
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RE: Awning question what is too much wind
You only have to loose the set-up once and then have to pay the $1,500 to get the new one and from that point on...you will know when the wind is to strong.
Your guts, starting to churn, will be the key.
Gary
I thought perhaps I would rephrase my note...if you are getting any wind at all and you are starting to wonder/worry? That is the time to bring it in. If the wind gets strong enough to damage the awning, it'll happen so fast, you won't be able to prevent it. If you close to water and see whitecaps starting to kick up? Now. If you are in open area and see dust devils or stuff kicking up? Now. If you see someone else bringing in theirs? Now.
You can always bring it in too seoon, and you will get a feel for it. But..when it goes bad...it's alreaqdy gone.
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05/03/13 10:15am |
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