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RE: Suggestions for type of oil-new truck
I have a 2008 Sierra 5.3 L, and at something like 2000 km's, I switched over to Mobil 1 Syn oil, and that is what I am going to keep putting in it till either it or me dies. I am also going to switched the tranny over to synthetic oil as well. I also called my service dude and they told that they do endorse switching to synthetic oil. Do it as soon as you. Waiting proves nothing, and the sooner you get the good stuff in, the better. I also use a Wix oil filter as it does not care what kind of oil you run through it. Still does a great job filtering whether it is syn oil or dino oil.
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shaela21
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10/08/08 08:17pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Laptop choices
Thanks for all the replies. I decided to break away from PC's and bought a Mac laptop instead.
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shaela21
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09/23/08 10:30am |
Technology Corner
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RE: Campground GFCI problem
I would suggest a Surge Protector whenever plugging into any tower in any campground to avoid their problems becoming yours.
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shaela21
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09/23/08 10:26am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: After 2 years of research, I'm still lost
We have a Outback 21RS with the 2 bunks at the front, and a queen slide at the back. Comfortable and practical. And we tow it with a GMC 1500 with no problems. Check out www.outbackers.com for more info. We did the same thing you did a few years ago, going over every detail of our wants and needs, and this is the RV that we chose. Good luck.
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shaela21
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09/23/08 10:19am |
Travel Trailers
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Any thoughts on removing the TV antennea on the RV
Once the new digital age comes in for television where we cannot receive air wave channels, has anyone ever thought about removing the antennea on the RV roof? The reason I am thinking this is will be useless as we cannot pick up channels in the near future. Removing it (just unbolting it) will make cleaning the roof easier as it will be on less interference item. Any thoughts?
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shaela21
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09/15/08 11:47am |
Technology Corner
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Laptop choices
Looking at getting a new laptop, and am deciding between a Dell, Acer or Toshiba (do not like HP so it is not even in the running). I had a Acer in the past, and found the base of it would heat up and that was a concern. I am leaning towards the Toshiba, any suggestions? I am not looking at components (at the end of the day, they are all pretty much the same), just which brand would you suggest, and why.
Cheers.
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shaela21
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09/15/08 11:40am |
Technology Corner
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RE: Z71 suspension
I had a Z71 on a 1500, and now I have a 1500 without. The only difference that I found was the Z71 was a bit more stiffer (felt the bumps in the road). I liked the Z71 as it have better handling with the box was full of topsoil, however, the smoother ride now is also nice.
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shaela21
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09/15/08 11:37am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Sunshine Coast (BC) Recommendations
Just south of Nanaimo is a campground called Living Forest, and it one of our favorite campgrounds on Vancouver Island. Here is the link:
http://www.campingbc.com/
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shaela21
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09/04/08 09:24pm |
RVing in Canada and Alaska
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RE: Automatic transmission question...
Will towing in 3rd up a steep grade generate less heat as opposed to being in OD in tow/haul mode?
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shaela21
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08/29/08 04:13pm |
Towing
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RE: So How's The Carbon Tax Working For Ya'
We saw the price of gas go up a couple of cents/liter, and propane for the trailer has gone up a bit, but like all things we complain and then get used to the change and carry on with life. I do not even think of it anymore when I fill up the truck. Kind of like paying for gas before pumping it. It took a few days to griping before we realized it was here to stay, so we now pay for gas prior to pumping. We adapt to the change, and before long we do not notice it.
WRT the carbon tax, we are suppose to see it come back on our taxes when we file next year, so we'll see what happens then.
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shaela21
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08/23/08 07:18pm |
RVing in Canada and Alaska
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RE: BC RV Sites
Living Forest in Nanaimo is our favorite campground. Here is the link:
http://www.campingbc.com/
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shaela21
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08/16/08 02:52pm |
RVing in Canada and Alaska
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RE: tow haul mode
When I am towing, I use the Tow/Haul mode. It is that simple.
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shaela21
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08/10/08 10:07pm |
Towing
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RE: using my Ford Escape as a TV
Rather then looking at the dry weight of a trailer, look at the GVWR of the trailer. And the tow rating. If the vehicle is rated for 3500 pounds, you need to subract the weight of you, your family and any gear in the vehicle from the tow rating. This can easily drop this 3500 pounds down to about 3100 pounds. And ideally, your trailer GVWR should be no more then 80% of this number. In my opinion, the Ford Escape is good for small tent trailers, and that it is. It does not have the wheel base for towing any travel trailer, nor was it meant to. A salesman will lie to you get a sale, and they should not be trusted. Unfortunate, but true. Do your homework, know your weights and tow safe. Please do not take this as me being rude, I am serious and trying to help.
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shaela21
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07/31/08 10:40am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Replacing GM OEM hitch - what to get?
I switched out my OEM for a Putnam class V hitch. I do not need that much towing strength, but it is a beefier hitch and does the job just fine.
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shaela21
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07/24/08 02:27pm |
Towing
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Who uses a synthetic oil in their truck?
Do you run a synthetic oil? Why do you use it as opposed to dino oil? How long between oil changes? Do you see a difference between synthetic oil and dino oil (performance wise)?
Thanks. I am coming up to my first oil change in my truck and am on the fence between synthetic oil and dino oil, so I am curious what you all use.
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shaela21
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07/22/08 08:54pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Replacing Hitch Receiver on Truck
I am curious about your weights. According to http://www.trailerlife.com/output.cfm?id=42175, your truck will have a tow rating of 7300 pounds, with the info you provided in your signature. The trailer GVWR is 7500 pounds. You are at or over your truck towing limit. I have a 2008 Sierra, 5.3L, ext cab with the same gear ration, and my rating is 7500 pounds, so you cannot be much more then that. Keep in mind that your tow rating is reduced with passengers and cargo in the truck. In my opinion, you are over the limit and this can be an accident waiting to happen. I would think that maybe this would be more important then changing out a hitch. Maybe changing out the truck or trailer should be a higher priority. Have a look at the bottom half of this link from the trailer web site:
http://www.kz-rv.com/spree/specifications.html
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shaela21
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07/10/08 01:14pm |
Towing
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RE: The most sapcious ext cab within 1/2 tons.
I have found the rear seat in the GMC Sierra is quite comfortable and I have never had any complaints about not enough leg and foot room.
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shaela21
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07/09/08 01:02pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: They're trying to talk me down to a 1/2 ton...
Drop Ford, go GM and enjoy that 2500 :B. Seriously though, that trailer is too large for a 1500 (F-150). Do what you know is right and get the 2500 (F-250).
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shaela21
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07/06/08 08:00pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Happy Canada Day
Happy Canada day to all from Victoria, BC. I hope that you all get a chance to get out and participate in some activities and enjoy this beautiful country that I am proud to call home.
Cheers.
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shaela21
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07/01/08 11:01am |
RVing in Canada and Alaska
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Oil change on new truck
How many people do their first oil change earlier then usual to get of the "break in" oil? I know it is regular oil in there (5W30), but should it be changed out at 1000 km's as opposed to say 5000 km's, and then after this change, carry on with regular 5000 kn changes?
Thanks.
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shaela21
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06/29/08 03:12pm |
Tow Vehicles
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