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RE: New Lance 861 (didn't happen)
I'm glad the Civil Service's TSP (govt version of 401k) allowed me to move my money out of stocks and into government bonds. I won't get rich but at least I have stopped losing money. Might have to work a couple more years before retirement though.
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Steve_in_29
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10/10/08 09:01am |
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RE: Seeking: RV BBQ Recommendations
http://www.broilkingbbq.com/grills/grill_61.html
VicMade link clickable. I have this BBQ and like it.
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Steve_in_29
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10/08/08 09:22pm |
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RE: Roof Storage Question
That's what I want, Steve. Where'd you get it?I bought it at Camping World but they don't carry it any more. Here is a link to a source (check around for best price though).
http://www.rvstuffusa.com/packmasterstoragepodsbyamerikart.html
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Steve_in_29
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10/08/08 09:12pm |
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RE: Lance 921 two heavy for F250?
Would like to know from you Truck Camper Veterans if I can haul
a Lance 921 that supposedly weighs 3120 dry with a F250 LWB 2003, V10,
with the 3:73 rear end, Super Duty etc
I am thinking of having Air Bags put on,and the mounting brackets that mount under the frame front and rear to tie it down. Yeah, I did a search and never found if I could or notWhen fully loaded for a trip that truck would be carrying 3 times its rated load with that setup.
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Steve_in_29
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10/08/08 07:52am |
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RE: Roof Storage Question
Now about this? Mine is mounted directly to the roof but I don't see why mounting to the rails wouldn't work.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v513/Steve_in_29/p-sideandrearshowingroof-med.jpg
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Steve_in_29
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10/06/08 02:57pm |
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RE: Pop-up Camper
Should have shared more about my truck. Dodge Ram 2500 Heavy Duty diesel, quad cab, short bed, air bags with 17" wide aux tank. Pull 5er Toyhauler but to big to take to remote locations. Beginning to sound like taking the aux tank out for the times when we would want to use a camper. Thanks for the info thus far.
rocmoc n AZ/MexicoNo matter what might happen in a crash, the biggest impediment to your idea is your short-bed truck. Dodges have the shortest, short-beds (6'3") and there just really isn't enough bed left after subtracting the 17" tank from that.
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Steve_in_29
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10/06/08 09:01am |
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RE: Pop-up Camper
Are you looking for something with a full bathroom or just a better-then-a-tent option?
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Steve_in_29
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10/03/08 11:15pm |
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RE: Newbie needs help understanding gvwr rating
In a smaller pop-up camper, there's no way he's going to load another 1000 in it. There simply isn't enough space. That rule of thumb is reasonable for bigger camper, but probably not for small ones.....The 1000lb figure that gets thrown around here ISN'T just what gets loaded into the camper. It includes people, truck fuel, anything carried in truck cab, as well as all the items/supplies/food/clothes/water/LP/etc that go into the camper. Even in a smaller camper it is still possible to cram quite a bit of "stuff" when loading for a trip.
In his case, he was full of fuel and had himself in it already, and it is only a super cab. He probably had his tailgate on as well. We don't know if he has full propane or water tanks in the 1300....perhaps not.....but the water tanks are probably small and one 20 pound propane tank is all it would have. I generally think of that 1000# as above the "wet" weight, not dry. Yes, it's possible to still cram in a lot of stuff, but 1000 is a lot in a supercab and tiny camper.
That 1000 simply doesn't match EVERYONE's gear loading habits and all trucks and campers. That's my point.While I fully realize that everyone's loading won't be the same, let me clarify how the "1000lbs-rule-of-thumb" is meant to be applied. It is NOT an exact measurement but only a quick, rough comparison tool. It is to be added to the "dry weight" of a TC (usually given in the factory brochure) for estimating the "ready-to-camp-load" that can then be compared against the truck's given load capacity (again in the factory brochure). I do agree that with a tiny pop-up or a huge multi-slide that the 1000lbs figure might be less accurate but will still a good starting point.
Since most shoppers only have easy access to the dry weight of the TC and the load capacity of the truck (from the previously mentioned sales literature for both respective makers) this rule-of-thumb allows for an easy way for a prospective buyer to judge how well a particular combo (truck/TC) will work together without having to actually load it up and take it to a scale.
Again, it is just an estimate and obviously the more exact figures a person can work from the more accurate their specific result will be but as has been posted on here many times, an "accurate wet weight" is a pretty elusive thing unless one has weighed the actual rig. Which almost never happens until after the sale and definitely after it for the actual ready-to-camp-weight.
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Steve_in_29
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10/01/08 09:55pm |
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RE: Newbie needs help understanding gvwr rating
In a smaller pop-up camper, there's no way he's going to load another 1000 in it. There simply isn't enough space. That rule of thumb is reasonable for bigger camper, but probably not for small ones.....The 1000lb figure that gets thrown around here ISN'T just what gets loaded into the camper. It includes people, truck fuel, anything carried in truck cab, as well as all the items/supplies/food/clothes/water/LP/etc that go into the camper. Even in a smaller camper it is still possible to cram quite a bit of "stuff" when loading for a trip.
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Steve_in_29
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09/30/08 09:08pm |
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RE: Chevy K2500 & 2002 Lance 1130 Camper
... Any advice?Buy a dualy.
Even without the trailer, that is too much camper for your truck.
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Steve_in_29
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09/30/08 03:20pm |
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RE: GM "Employee Pricing"
But what I don't understand is, I see 25% of msrp around here last month, but now employee pricing does not even come close to that. so how were they able to offer 25% off?You might want to verify what model they were offering at 25% off. I know Dodge just had a promotion (might still be going on) where they were advertising 40% off trucks. Closer inspection of the fine print showed it was only applicable to certain 1500 models though.
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Steve_in_29
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09/28/08 09:12pm |
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RE: Brand new truck and camper for less than $30,000.
re Northstar T.C.s: we found a slightly used '06 Laredo at a dealer this spring for $10,000: love it. also, re things to add to dry weight for figuring payload, i'm 99% sure that Northstar includes full tanks in their listed "dry weight", so dont think you need to add fresh water, propane, etc.By definition "dry" weight is without water and LP.
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Steve_in_29
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09/28/08 08:57pm |
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RE: how to tell when your (1 & only) propane tank needs filling
.... The fiberglass tank sounds like a good answerSomething to keep in mind for those who might be contemplating switching to a fiberglass LP tank, specifically if you are replacing one of the 20lb BBQ type tanks. You will now HAVE to find an LP source that can refill your tank and won't be able to use one of the tank exchange services in a pinch. Most people might not think that is a big deal...until they run out of LP on a Saturday evening.
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Steve_in_29
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09/28/08 08:54pm |
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RE: GM "Employee Pricing"
GM and Ford's Plan Pricings are none negotiable (does Dodge have one?)as they are set by the manufacturer and NOT the dealers.
Best you can hope for is to get more for your trade (not likely given the state of truck sales) or a discount on dealer installed options.
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Steve_in_29
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09/28/08 11:52am |
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RE: After market rear bumper?
Other then getting one custom made I don't think you will find any on the market.
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Steve_in_29
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09/27/08 09:00pm |
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RE: Spare tire
People have posted on here about modifying the tool used to lower the spare so that a ratchet handle that fits between the camper and truck will work.
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Steve_in_29
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09/27/08 02:44pm |
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RE: how to tell when your (1 & only) propane tank needs filling
I'm missing something. Granted my rig came with the gauge, but is there some reason why all of you don't just add a gauge? The gauges on my tanks work real well. I can easily see when the tank is getting low. No hassel with unbolting the tank or any of that stuff.....just lift the hatch and read the gauge!As has been mentioned the add-on, in-line gauges work off of tank pressure, which stays pretty constant until the tank is almost empty (and also varies based on ambient temps), and thus go from ok-to-empty VERY quickly.
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Steve_in_29
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09/27/08 02:42pm |
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RE: how to tell when your (1 & only) propane tank needs filling
I believe there are tanks with a built in gauge you can get though I think they are kind of pricey in that application.
While you have to remove the tank to use it, Camping World (and others) sell a small spring gauge that is specifically calibrated for 5lb LP tanks. Remove the tank, grab it with the gauge's hook, lift tank off ground and it will show you how much is left.
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Steve_in_29
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09/27/08 08:37am |
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RE: Storage Pod Flew Off!!
Yikes!
I have the same POD (Stor-Mor) and it's attached to the roof by 4 carraige bolts. You mentioned that you had screws attaching it. LANCE dealership installed mine so I hope it stays put. (Maybe I need an extra washer to spread the load.)
Anyway, I like mine.Large fender type washers would definitely help spread the load. My pod is anchored with something like 12 screws and each has a washer.
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Steve_in_29
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09/26/08 10:21pm |
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RE: new computer ben gone long time
If you read that thread you will see all the downsides to that Dealer's offering that people have pointed out.
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Steve_in_29
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09/26/08 07:54am |
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