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RE: LANCE AIR BAGS
According to Lance's literature that I have read over the years, they have internal bump stops. I think Air-Lift makes them for Lance.
On my Dodge, I installed Air-Lift bags. They replaced the bump stops and are almost COMPLETELY no drill; Unless you just ty-rap the fill valves.
Tony
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TonysDodge
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09/01/08 04:42pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: New to me Lance 1025 w/ an issue
SO...FINALLY got to fixing the drain right and learned a few things:
1) Don't mess with the soft plastic drain pipes, and I am NOT referring to ABS, that are usually used for sink install, when plumbing a shower pan. Keep it all ABS.
2) Don't bother (unless you really have to) with the drain flanges from most RV dealers. For whatever reason, they don't seal well against commercially available ABS slip-threaded adapters.
3) For 1-1/2" ABS drain, use the rubber gasket available from Lowes/HD/Local harware store.
4) When plumbing ABS, take your time. Yes, the piping will dry fit and still be removable, so you can get exact sizing. And use the black ABS cement.
5) The ONLY place I could find ABS 1-1/4"x1-1/2" bushings, or any adapters for that matter, was at Ferguson's Plumbing supply
Tony
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TonysDodge
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06/15/08 10:52am |
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RE: Went shopping for a newer truck today, aarrrgg! PART 2
Also look over http://www.egauges.com/
I bought my a-pillar 3 gauge pod from Geno's.
Tony
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TonysDodge
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06/01/08 02:45pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Pismo Beach Oceano Dunes SVRA - Pull 34 ft TT on beach?
Jay,
Try these links:
http://www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=406
http://www.ohv.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=1207
Tony
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TonysDodge
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05/20/08 01:16pm |
Public Lands, Boondocking and Dry Camping
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RE: need to buy new air conditioner
I too am in need of an AC....my Lance does not have one. So, Im also interested in opinions of units that are out there.
From what I've read, the 13.5k units cool off the camper quick, but may overload your generator.
I am planning on an Onan 2500LP. Which, should be able to power 13.5btu AC units, but would not handle multiple appliances well (AC+microwave)
The Coleman Polar Cub (9kbtu, IIRC) AC appears to be a good balance between capacity for a TC and generator load.
Personally, I am not a big fan of Adventure RV. Good prices, but SLOW service.
Tony
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TonysDodge
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05/12/08 04:23pm |
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RE: Ideal Setup
I almost forgot....
A big advantage of a diesel is that turbo'd engines do NOT lose power at altitude like normally aspirated gas engines.
Gas engines will make decent power, but at 5000 feet, it's common to lose 5-10% power. Turbo engines, diesels in particular, may lose 1-2%.
Tony
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TonysDodge
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05/12/08 04:19pm |
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RE: Ideal Setup
Let me dispel a few misconceptions:
1) Starting diesels in -20F weather is entirely possible in -20F weather. Particularly for '04 and newer diesels. If you have the need, there are diesel fueled heaters that will circulate water through the engine block, to preheat the engine (and cab).
2) While diesel fuel cost ~20% more than regular unleaded, diesel engines are >15% or more efficient than gas engines.
3) Diesel engines across the board will out-tow any comparable gas engine. This alleviates a LOT of driving stress, not to mention time. Imagine climbing a hill at 40mph spinning 4000rpm or 65mph spinning 1700rpm!
Tony
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TonysDodge
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05/12/08 02:10pm |
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RE: Truck camper weight
My Lance 1025 sticker reads 2800; Scale says 3200. That was with 1-2 gallons in each holding tank, about 10 gallons water, 2 full propane tanks, and misc clothes and dry foodstuffs.
Tony
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TonysDodge
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05/07/08 04:34pm |
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Tire Reccomendations
It's coming up really fast: Time to replace the factory AM General's on the Dually.
I'm leaning towards the Michelin LTX's. They've been good to me in the past, with a 70k mile average. However, this is my first dually and wondering if the same average applies.
I've considered going 19.5", but they just seem too expensive. Then there's the replacement issue, if you are out on the road during a weekend...replacements can be an issue.
Looking for any and all opinions.
TIA
Tony
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TonysDodge
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05/05/08 09:28am |
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RE: Truck bed sheet metal tear
I too recall it was a dodge; Checked mine nad had no cracking.
I have to disagree with the line-x suggestion. While it may bond with the painted surface, there is not much material there to add strength to resist tearing sheet metal.
Instead, I suggest a 4x8 sheet of plywood and a bed mat. This helps to spread out the load and may keep the crack from spreading.
Tony
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TonysDodge
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05/05/08 08:53am |
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RE: 2008 Palomino Bronco 1251SB
Nice! How much does that weigh? What options?
Tony
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TonysDodge
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05/05/08 08:49am |
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RE: what MPG and at what speed?
If you thinking about going to a TC will save you fuel costs over the 5th wheel, you will be very disappointed.
While I don't have a recon, I can confirm MPG with a cabover, Lance 1025 to be exact, is ~11, depending on wind and vehicle speed. So, the '06 CTD and Lance in my sig, at 70mph w/ cross wind and 1 big hill, gave me 11.0.
Tony
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TonysDodge
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05/05/08 08:46am |
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RE: Torklift mounts & swingout jack
I noticed the same thing...After 400 miles of driving, I noticed the camper didn't move much and the clearance seemed to stay as well, so I think it's anon-issue.
Tony
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TonysDodge
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05/04/08 02:38pm |
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RE: Just bought TC week, need advice on towing.
I like www.torklift.com superhitch. Just installed it, so I have yet to tow with it.
Tony
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TonysDodge
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05/02/08 10:41am |
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RE: Just bought TC week, need advice on towing.
ditto the torklift super hitch (www.torklift.com) I just installed mine, so I have not towed with it yet, but it is a brute!
Tony
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TonysDodge
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05/01/08 09:04am |
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RE: Ya know yer hooked on old school when...
Boy that reminds me of Dad's '75 F350 and Lance camper.
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TonysDodge
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04/30/08 10:34pm |
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RE: Do you fear your TC being stolen?
Back in 1978/79, we had ours stolen out of an RV storage facility. We never saw it again. We always suspected it was someone at the crane company next door, but had no proof.
I like Camo's idea about using the fastgun locks to impede someone from securing the camper to another truck.
Tony
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TonysDodge
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04/28/08 08:33am |
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RE: O.K. so now im intrested is synthetic oil and by pass system
Good reading: http://www.dieseltruckresource.com/dev/showthread.php?t=198013
Tony
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TonysDodge
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04/23/08 10:01pm |
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RE: If You're Towing this might interest you!
That's great for trailers. What about axle weights when carrying a load, as in a truck camper?
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TonysDodge
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04/23/08 03:45pm |
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RE: Potentially weak point in truck bed
I may have to gain some metal working skills.
That's the fun part!
Keep us up to date on your progress.
Tony
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TonysDodge
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04/22/08 08:48pm |
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