RE: Wondering why ...
Sorry if I offended, but it still seems ridiculous to me to think that some folks on here are plunking down many thousands of dollars to buy something that they admit they know nothing about. I just don't get it, but then maybe I'm the stupid one. RE: my stove. I had conducted every search known to mankind on the internet, talked to a couple of "service technicians" who suggested replacement, and also read the manual and an RV repair book. Coming here was a last resort--not the first. Meanwhile, by doing the above I've managed to figure out how to clean and sanitize the water tank, how to clean the grey and black tanks completely, the difference between the two colors of tanks. I've replaced the toilet, shower head, vent covers, re-upholstered the couch and dintette, made and installed new curtains and re-enforced the floor. Also, removed and cleaned and tuned the generator, replaced the muffler, shocks, sway bars, radio. Also installed a tv and dvd player plus a microwave. But, I didn't pay $50,000 plus for my mh either, so maybe my concern is that I don't have enough money and therefore need to pay more attention when shopping. Ooops, that sounds elitist doesn't it?
Wondering why ...
We've all heard that there is no such thing as a stupid question, which means that the person asking the question must be, right? Anyway, I am amazed at the number of folks who indicate they've just bought an rv/tt/etc., and need to know about licensing, insurance, stocking, how the heater, stove, toilet, furnace, etc. work. One would think they would have asked about all this before plunking down anywhere from $10,000 and up. I mean, do these folks buy a house without checking to make sure the toilet flushes, the doors open and close, the closets are big enough for their clothes, and so on? Do they buy a car and then ask about whether it has cruise control, automatic transmission, air conditioning? I sometimes wonder how some of these folks get out of bed in the morning? Just watching a boring ball game and wondering out loud. Anyone have any suggestions?
RE: What is the main obstacle to swivel cab seats?
Our 75 Ford Class c has swiveling seats on both sides; however, because of a bench behind the driver's seat that one doesn't really move. The passenger side does move and once we set up it swivels and allows more room.
RE: 12 volt blanket> found it!
If JC Whitney doesn't have, more than likely you don't need it. All my vehicles are OLD (1975 mh, 1984 mc, 1988 pu, and the newest, a 2003 Hyundai) and lots of times JCW is the only place that stocks parts at reasonable prices for older vehicles.
RE: New To Class C's
We have a 75 C based on a Ford 460 engine. We have, over the past couple of years, been doing some maintenance that had been neglected for several years prior to our ownership. I'm firmly convinced that in most cases if vehicles are properly maintained they will serve a long time. What I hear about Dodge machines is the same stuff I've heard about Chevys and Fords. Check out all rubber items (hoses, etc.) radiator, batteries, tires, liquids (anti-freeeze, oil, power steering and transmission and differential) and other things you can get to easily and probably maintain yourself. Find a local mechanic you trust and get it tuned up and ask them to give it a "once-over" checking running gear and brakes. Then, take a few short trips to "get acquanited" and enjoy.
RE: Magic Chef oven pilot problem
Thanks. My oven works sporadically, so I'll give this a try. Like yours the pilot comes on, but often the oven doesn't light. Then, other times it does.
RE: Closet mess?
We have two drawer units like those pictured. I took the bottom drawer out of one and drilled four holes through to mount one on top of the other. Then used an "L" bracket on the back to mount it to the wall of the closet. On the clothes rod got a piece of insulating pipe foam, it's split down the middle, put it on the clothes rod and used electrical ties to fasten it at three points. Hangers don't move and we've got needed storage we didn't ahve before. This is in a class C with some "strange" configurations.
RE: Looking for a do it yourself bumper extention
Harbor Freight carries the platform type that slip into the trailer hitch receiver. Might be able to adapt it to mount directly on bumper. Try www.harborfreight.com.
RE: Repairing slideout drawer
Often the cabinets are not wood but pressed wood, ie., sawdust mixed with glue under pressure. Not strong at all and usually fail at some time or another. You can replace the bottom but if it's the same thickness as the original and you load the drawer the way you did, it's going to fail again. Plywood would be stronger than luan but may be thicker. If you have a router or table saw take the drawer apart and make the dadoes larger. Also, when you put it back together use a quality wood glue and clamps plus nails, or if possible wood screws. Depending on how the drawer slides it may be possible to put a brace across the bottom from side to side. Maybe you can run one from front to back. Either way you would strengthen the drawer, but again, if you overload it, it's gonna break again.
RE: Water in the Campgrounds
Any place that has a "domestic potable" water system has to have it inspected. That's the law. Therefore, it meets Federal and State requirements for safety. It may have certain minerals you object to, but it is safe. BTW, every show I've seen on bottled water, ranging from 60 Minutes to 20/20, 48 Hours and various news programs all say the same thing; bottled water is a scam.
RE: Where to purchase 235/80/22.5 XRV Tires in New Mexico
Any particular part of New Mexico. It's 400 miles from where I live to Raton. Only 300 roughly to Santa Fe. New Mexico is a BIG state. Help us out when you ask for help.
RE: Saw a horrible Travel Trailer accident tonight
A couple of years ago, after towing my motorcycle trailer from NM up to WY. Reached our destination and went to disconnect and move the trailer. Unchained the trailer from the bike, unlocked the hitch on the trailer and when I pulled up on the trailer hitch locking mechanism, it came off in my hand! The nut that secures the bottom portion of the trailer hitch to the ball had come off somewhere down the line. Luckily, we were at our destination and I had time to find a new hitch. I now check all bolts on the trailer every day before it moves. Have also found a couple of loose lug nuts that way.
RE: Electrical problems
If the campground electricity is properly grounded, and, if your camper is properly grounded,once you plug into the campground electricity, your camper will also be grounded. No need for another separate ground. Another thing than can be potentially dangerous, and is easy to miss, is reverse wired electrical outlets. Use a simple tester (has three lights and is plugged into outlets) to show whether you have revesed polarity on any plugs.
RE: Which Gravel to use
Go the the folks where you're planning on getting the gravel, tell them what you want to use it for and they'll tell you what you need.
