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RE: The road ate my cable ;-(
Do a search on "trailer wiring junction box", ' it makes the connection much easier. Check the E-trailer website for one source.
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falconman
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05/21/13 08:25am |
Towing
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RE: How hard is it to put in a skylight?
Shouldn't be too difficult as long a you don't cut into any roof trusses, air conditioning vent ducts, or wiring. Removing the fan first should allow you to take a look inside the roof cavity for any obstructions. Once you've found a suitable place I would start by cutting/removing the inner ceiling panel first. Then drill a small hole in each corner up through the roof. On the roof, cut the membrane in an "X" pattern and fold it back. Cut out the roof panel, fold the membrane back inside and install the skylight/ fan and seal.
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falconman
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05/20/13 07:46am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Running generator on Natural Gas
My Yamaha generators run on gasoline/ LP/ Nat Gas. They are equipped with a load block in addition to the regulator with prime button. I don't think you can get a gas model to run efficiently on LP without a load block which allows for the air/ fuel mixture when running on LP.
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falconman
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05/15/13 04:23pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: slide button cover?
I used a clear plastic bar soap case with a hinged lid I got at Walmart for $1. Remove switch and detach the three wires. Cut hole in case, run wires they hole and reattach to switch. Screw switch with case back onto wall. Fits perfect with my switch, yours may differ.
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falconman
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05/10/13 11:11pm |
Do It Yourself Modifications and Upgrades (DIY)
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Wild Bills, Deadwood SD
Looking to hook up with a friend for Sturgis this August. He's booked a spot at Wild Bills in Deadwood. There aren't any reviews we can find and the website looks like a big grassy field. I know it's going to be crowded but having a rig that's 58 ft long I don't want to get jammed up. Anyone been there?
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falconman
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05/01/13 03:41pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Hensley Hitch
Are they using a stinger or lifting from somewhere else. I just had mine in for some body repair and their forklift had a reciever attached to the forks . They just used my stinger.
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falconman
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04/25/13 04:34pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Advice on shackle and equalizer replacement
I would verify that the Deter equalizer is the same dimension as the stock one you are replacing. Our Arctic Fox 30U came with the taller 13-10 equalizers. This resulted in a 1 1/2 inch drop in ride height and wheel well clearance. It worked OK for us but be forewarned. Trail Air I believe makes a direct replacement equalizer if its a problem.
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falconman
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04/23/13 04:48pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: propane
Save some hassle and buy a new Male/ female complete coupling. There are several configurations available and the male ones from CW didn't fit my AF coupling.
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falconman
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04/17/13 07:35pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Anyone towing a 30U Arctic Fox?
I think ours runs in the neighborhood of 1500 lbs.
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falconman
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04/08/13 08:59am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Progressive Electrical Management System, Hardwire HW50C
Have had one for five years, wouldn't be without one. Customer service has been outstanding. Would suggest you install it with plugs to allow for easy removal if ever needed. Ours started "humming" which required removal to replace the contacts, provided free by the company. Going thru the wiring process again wasn't fun. The remote display is beneficial for troubleshooting.
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falconman
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04/02/13 09:38am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: water hose
We all drank water from a garden hose when we were kids and have survived so far. But, why would you not use a hose that is rated for drinking water now? It's not like they are expensive. Use the proper hose.
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falconman
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03/29/13 09:34am |
Beginning RVing
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RE: Weber 100 with Low Pressure LP hose
I ran a comparison on my Weber using both regulators and then just the one, removing the Weber regulator. While the BBQ would work when running thru both regulators, it did at a reduced heat based on the temp gauge on the lid. I don't remember the numbers but the difference was substantial.
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falconman
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03/28/13 09:28am |
Do It Yourself Modifications and Upgrades (DIY)
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RE: Progressive Industies EMS-PT50C owners please comment
I would opt for the hard wired and install it with the plugs as you described. The hard wired version has the remote display which I find useful to monitor incoming voltage and status.
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falconman
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03/22/13 09:40am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Road hazard warranty
I never used to but I'm glad I did on the TT and would highly recommend it despite the high cost. I recently suffered two blowouts on my three year old Goodrich Commercial T/A's whitch also caused some minor body damage. Discount tire covered the tires since I had purchased their warranty. I ended up replacing all four with new Michelin XPS and again bought the warranty. Not cheap at $40 per tire, but neither are the tires at $300 each!
A three month battle with Michelin over the tire failures got me reimbursements for one tire and nothing for the body damage. Read your warranty carefully if you expect any coverage from the tire mfg after a failure, especially if there is other damage. Trailer tires not only carry a heavy load, the stress from lateral forces and impacts with road debris take a toll. After the hassle with Michelin, it's cheap insurance.
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falconman
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03/21/13 10:49am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Home Made Air Bags for Leveling RV's
Had a set, sold them. Too much trouble and too unstable.
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falconman
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03/19/13 09:41am |
Do It Yourself Modifications and Upgrades (DIY)
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RE: Adding rooftop accessories; Hole in roof question
I used a plastic electrical junction box. Plenty of sealer under it and just drilled through the roof and put the cover on with some more sealer. Wi -fi antenna cable enters the side of the box through a weatherproof cable feedthru.
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falconman
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03/16/13 11:49am |
Do It Yourself Modifications and Upgrades (DIY)
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RE: Propane quick connect question
You could make up a hose setup that could accommodate your needs but it probably won't work as well as teeing off the main pipe before your QC fitting. Your factory QC fitting is probably only 1/4 inch and might not provide sufficient flow/ volume to run two appliances at the same time.
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falconman
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03/05/13 08:08am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Sold house! Wasnt even listed for sale...
Once you sold he house you lose the Homeowners Insurance that went with it and all the liability protection it provided. You should check into Fulltimers insurance and perhaps an umbrella policy.
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falconman
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03/02/13 08:53am |
Full-time RVing
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RE: Full timing with 4 people, never used a TT before.......
I'd put a bathroom/ shower / laundry in the shed/ workshop. Park the trailer next to it, under cover if possible. Live in the TT as is for a few weeks unil it's done.
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falconman
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03/01/13 08:41am |
Beginning RVing
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RE: bumper mount generator
Forget about attaching it to the "bumper" . Arctic Fox is built well but the sewer tube holder isn't designed for that weight. Have a capable welder attach one to the frame. I would also consider replacing your current setup with two smaller generators that you can move when needed. You would probably save over half the weight, even with a suitable enclosure. You can also get bolt on receivers designed for trailers that are width adjustable and require no welding.
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falconman
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02/14/13 09:06am |
Travel Trailers
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