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Bridge collapse sends Truck/TT into river
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Yikes. Nice truck (same as mine).
Guess anyone in Seattle that was planning on heading to Canada to camp needs to make other plans ASAP!
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pbohart
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05/24/13 08:44am |
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RE: Pimples in wall paper
There was a very detailed thread on here a few years ago where a guy found the same thing. Water was seeping behind the wallpaper and causing the glue to clump into tiny pimples.
It was definitely water damage in his case.
Based on that thread - every year I run my hand along all the wallpapered walls hoping not to find pimples.
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pbohart
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05/22/13 10:59pm |
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RE: Fiberglass dented
That certainly seems like delamination to me. I have seen it look like bubbles, or ripples in a white sheet. This looks like the latter.
Sorry...check roof seems especially around the AC unit.
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pbohart
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05/22/13 10:55pm |
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RE: %#$&# salesman
Somewhat off-topic -
Wallowa Lake/Joseph Oregon is the hidden jewel of the Northwest if you ask me. Anyone in the PNW who hasn't been out there needs to add it to your "To Visit" list.
I was blown away.
For the OP - people beleive what they want to believe. The guy really wanted to be able to tow that trailer, so when the salesman told him he was OK he believed it without checking.
I see both parties being at fault.
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pbohart
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05/20/13 01:34pm |
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RE: Window leak
Take your RV to a reputable dealer and have them do a SealTech leak detection. Costs $100 and will pinpoint where the leak is coming from.
Then, ask then how you should go about fixing it (just as a point of reference).
I have had SealTech tests done on my RV every two years. Every time they find leaks I didnt know existed.
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pbohart
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05/06/13 12:32pm |
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RE: Gutter on travel trailer leaking into wall
Take it in and have a leak detection test done
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pbohart
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05/01/13 09:01pm |
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RE: Water Heater
Typically a water heater will have two switches, one to function on gas, one to function on AC power.
The switch with the light is definitely the one for gas function. The light should go on while lighting, then go off when lit. If it stays on then it did not light.
I had a 2001 Fleetwood Prowler prior. When you turn on the switch with the light you should hear the electronic ignition clicking, then a "poof" when the heater ignited.
You need to figure out if you have an electronic ignition or not (I am assuming you do). Listen to see if you can hear the clicking.
The other switch is probably a Do-it-yourelf replacement for the AC function. There you should just flip the switch and it should work. Keep in mind, it may take a couple hours for the water to get warm.
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pbohart
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04/21/13 09:19am |
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RE: Leak in TT , need suggestions.
You should still be under warranty, right? Take it back to the deal and tell them to find the leak and fix it.
That is the beautry of buying new! ;)
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pbohart
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04/21/13 09:08am |
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RE: Does This Trailer Make My Butt Look Big?
I went from a 29 foot trailer to a 35 footer.
I think it actually backs up easier than my previous trailer. Easier to make course corrections.
I do notice that it is tougher to get around tight corners than my old trailer. I end up dragging the trailer wheels over curbs every now and then. This never happened with my old trailer.
I think that will go away as I get more used to it.
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pbohart
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04/12/13 07:00pm |
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RE: First weekend out
I am glad you enjoyed your first outing on the moon ;)
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pbohart
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04/11/13 10:32am |
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RE: Fiberglass?
I'd take a thousand words...
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pbohart
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04/09/13 08:02pm |
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RE: Unused switches on 2006 Keystone Cougar
Probably switches for the centre ceiling lights. They have separate switches on each fixture. Try sliding the switches on the fixtures over and then retry the panel switches.
This is my belief. I have switches in the switch panel up front and in the bathroom to turn on the lights all at once. Each light as a switch on the light itself, but if they are all "on" then I can turn on/off all four with the switch up front.
Same in the bathroom.
This is so that kids/short people can switch on the lights if they cant reach the ceiling. Also, so you don't have to fumble around feeling for the light if it is dark.
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pbohart
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04/09/13 06:54pm |
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RE: small leak
Also -
Skylights are notorious for leaking.
Running lights are notorious for leaking.
Corners are always a good bet as well.
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pbohart
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04/02/13 01:13pm |
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RE: small leak
The pressure/soap test can be done at just about any dealership. The industry standard is SealTech. Test runs about $100 and they will find all sorts of places where you didnt know your trailer was leaking.
Worth every penny.
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pbohart
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04/02/13 01:11pm |
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RE: Travel Trailer too big/long for driveway
Here is my experience.
I too, store my TT 20 miles away in a lot.
I have actually gotten really good at storing all my gear (basically clothes adn food) into easily transferable dupont tubs that easily transfer from the truck bed to the trailer.
Charging the batteries is never an issue because they charge as I drive to wherever I am going. I have a removable fuse breaker that isolates the batteries when they are in storage so they dont discharge too far. There are also dozens of places to fill up on fresh water.
I empty the ice maker into a mid-sized cooler for the food items that need refrigeration. The ice lasts just long enough for the fridge to get cold.
Repeat process is reverse on the way back.
It is actually very painless and routine for me now.
I live at the top of a long, windy, narrow road with no opportunity to turn around. If I ever pulled my TT to my house I would need to back it all the way down and that would be near impossible (and would take hours). Anyway - it is not an issue at all. Wife and kids wait in the truck for <10 miutes as I do my transfering act.
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pbohart
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04/01/13 10:31am |
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RE: Input on 2013 Dutchmen Model 286BHGS
If an RV isn't a "Western Edition" then you will pay more in the west vs. the mid-west.
I found this time and time again.
The reason is that any RV that is built in Indiana/Ohio is going to have a destination fee of $3-$5k tacked on. The dealer had to pay to get it on their lot, you bet that fee is going to get passed on to you.
There are some RVs made in Oregon and in California (I actually thought Thor was one of them) but typically they are called "Western Edition" or have a "WE" tacked on the end of the model number.
I know Keystone has a lot of WEs...
It used to bum me out when I was doing my research to find the trailer I wanted at $4K less than I had seen it anywhere around here...scroll down the page and sure enough, the unit was in Ohio...
Good luck!
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pbohart
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03/16/13 09:44am |
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RE: Arctic/Polar/Cold weather packages.
Not sure how much dual-pane windows cost, but I single pane and purchased a $150 dehumidifier at Home Depot. I have no condensation problems on the windows (or anywhere in the TT).
As a guy who regularly camps in below-freezing temps I can tell you that the only CRITICAL feature is heated and enclosed underbelly. This will ensure that you fresh water wont freeze and you will be able to use your toilet and sink.
The polar package for the Jayco was only like $140 so I would have purchased if I could have...but I bought off the lot and the unit I bought didnt have it.
...but it hasnt turned out to be critical.
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pbohart
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03/13/13 11:42am |
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RE: removing an ETERNABOND look alike
I removed a ton of Eternabond with a hair dryer. That said, it did leave a mess.
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pbohart
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03/12/13 02:59pm |
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RE: Arctic/Polar/Cold weather packages.
As others have indicated, not all weather packages are the same.
For the Jayco Eagle it was a larger heater with higher R values on insulation on top and front cap.
Enclosed and heater underbellies are now common. Heated means they run a heat vent into the enclosed area than blows hot air in their when the furnace is running.
Dual pane windows and tank heaters are actually pretty rare.
The other thing I will point out is that I do NOT have the polar package and camp all winter long up in the mountains.
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pbohart
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03/12/13 02:20pm |
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RE: Second door with direct access to washroom
I like the feature....but honestly mostly for using the bathroom while traveling with the slides in. Otherwise my 8 and 9 year old boys are just too trained to go in the second door (or they just pee outside...we are camping afterall).
Nice feature though...but not sure I would trade anything off to get it. With or without the second door my TT had the perfect floor plan...so I bought it!
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pbohart
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03/11/13 10:22pm |
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