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RE: Motorcycle Towing
There are substantial carriers that attach to a large Class A, but in general the 2" receivers are limited to a 500# tongue load.
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DougE
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07/01/20 02:36pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Traveling with a Fish
I've moved aquarium fish around the country a number of times. We would carry them in a styrofoam cooler and drop an air stone in when we stopped for the day. The cooler obviously slowed down any temperature changes of the water. We kept the same one on hand for use each time. You may need to "age" the cooler interior before using it the first time. Maybe fill it with water from the aquarium for a few days. They'll need some light so cover with plexiglass when you stop for the day.
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DougE
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04/30/20 02:37pm |
RV Pet Stop
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RE: Class B camper Van
One crucial item is the length of the bed. I'm 5'9" and have to sleep diagonally. Not good if you're not a solo camper! Most Class B's have both the head and the foot against a vertical surface.
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DougE
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04/29/20 03:01pm |
Class B - Camping Van Conversions
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RE: Need 1 more inch of clearance
The a/c shroud usually sets directly on the a/c innards so that's an unlikely option. Reducing the air pressure in the tires is a no brainer. As long as the rims are not riding on the bottom of the tire it will be OK for short distance movements.
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DougE
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04/24/20 07:53am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Dicor vs. Eternabond
Forgot to mention that I treated the rust with Ospho.
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DougE
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04/22/20 09:38am |
Tech Issues
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Dicor vs. Eternabond
I have a 2004 Sprinter van so a painted metal roof rather than a membrane. Sprinters are notorious for rusting roof seams. I have removed the old tape, wire brushed the loose rust, applied a little body filler, primed and painted. I suspect these seams will tend to open up again and subsequently rust. I have a roll of Eternabond I was planning to apply but wonder if Dicor would be better. The self-leveling Dicor would be preferable but the roof on the Sprinters wraps down vertically at the sides to terminate in a rain gutter of sorts so might have to use the stiffer version. Is there any "real world experience" to give me guidance on this issue? Is there a way to smooth out the stiffer Dicor?
Could the stiffer Dicor be used on the vertical surfaces and self-leveling on the horizontal surfaces? Can you defined the boundaries of the self-leveling with tape and pull it up before the Dicor dries completely?
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DougE
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04/22/20 08:29am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Modifications for Wheelchair Traveler
After checking with Braunability it appears they only sell through dealers (who I suspect only sell with an installation). Does anyone know where I could source a unit?
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DougE
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04/07/20 12:16pm |
Class B - Camping Van Conversions
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RE: Modifications for Wheelchair Traveler
Thanks Caseyontheroad. The Braunability under-vehicle-lift certainly looks like a valid way to adapt my 2005 Sprinter-based Class B. I think I just need to look under the van to see if my water tank needs to be replaced with a shorter one. This van is super low mileage in the 45k range and I would hate to replace it.
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DougE
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04/07/20 08:42am |
Class B - Camping Van Conversions
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RE: Modifications for Wheelchair Traveler
Apparently it can't be done.
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DougE
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03/27/20 02:05pm |
Class B - Camping Van Conversions
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RE: Modifications for Wheelchair Traveler
No response? Is there no "real world" experience applicable to this issue?
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DougE
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03/23/20 07:50am |
Class B - Camping Van Conversions
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RE: Is a tandem axle cargo trailer worth the extra $ over single
If you tear up a wheel or if a hub craters you can chain up the offending wheel and limp home. For my single axle motorcycle trailer I carry a spare tire and hub assembly. (You can put brakes on a single axle as well. Plus I have had a tandem wheel where only one axle had brakes.)
BTW make sure they don't give you a metric axle.
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DougE
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03/20/20 02:18pm |
Towing
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Modifications for Wheelchair Traveler
Having recently experienced a gout incident I have become interested in outfitting my Class B Sprinter to accommodate travel by a solo (powered?) wheelchair user. Mine is the configuration that has a toilet compartment immediately behind the driver's seat. It appears that one of the Ricon lifts would work in the side door and would allow grabbing the side door from the interior to close it after the wheelchair occupant is lifted inside. It is unsure whether grab handles and room would then allow the person to get into the driver's seat. But, in general, do you have a successful T1N (or similar) modification that allows wheelchair travel? If so, please post pictures of your installation and explain your setup.
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DougE
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03/20/20 07:00am |
Class B - Camping Van Conversions
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RE: Sprinter Class B Wheelchair Accomodation (?)
Not insulted. My terse wording is not meant to offend. (And I'm not on the small side :>).
If I back a wheelchair onto the ramp I think I can reach the manual side door frame to pull it closed. I think I can pretty well pull myself upright and hobble around. The armrest on the driver's seat allows easy entry. I'm a solo traveler so I could even remove the co-pilot's seat. My tape will tell me if I fit, but is it really practical? I don't have a wheelchair at the current time so can't experiment.
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DougE
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03/19/20 10:25am |
RVing with Disabilities and General Health Issues
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RE: Sprinter Class B Wheelchair Accomodation (?)
I'm an engineer so I can get out a tape measure and check fitment issues, but I was really trying to get some "real world" experiences from those that already deal with this issue.
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DougE
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03/19/20 08:29am |
RVing with Disabilities and General Health Issues
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RE: Sprinter Class B Wheelchair Accomodation (?)
Thanks, but my Sprinter Class B has a rear couch/bed arrangement and rear-mounted spare tire so a rear entry isn't feasible. Thus I'm trying to find out if my configuration is workable. In general, I think if I can get the wheelchair in, with grab handles I'd be able to make my way to the driver's seat. Hopefully I don't have to look at trading to a different floor plan.
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DougE
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03/17/20 09:43am |
RVing with Disabilities and General Health Issues
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Sprinter Class B Wheelchair Accomodation (?)
Having recently experienced a gout incident I have become interested in outfitting my Class B Sprinter to accommodate travel by a solo wheelchair user. Mine is the configuration that has a toilet compartment immediately behind the driver's seat. It appears that one of the Ricon lifts would work in the side door and would allow grabbing the side door from the interior to close it after the wheelchair occupant is lifted inside. It is unsure whether grab handles and room would then allow the person to get into the driver's seat. But, in general, do you have a successful T1N modification that allows wheelchair travel? If so, please post pictures of your installation and explain your setup.
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DougE
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03/17/20 08:23am |
RVing with Disabilities and General Health Issues
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RE: coupler height
Typically about 18"
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DougE
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03/03/20 07:43am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Best route from Alpine Tx to Carlsbad NM
I just went up 285 from Fort Stockton and then through Pecos to Carlsbad. Particularly around the Pecos area it was a mess due to the oil field traffic and road construction.
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DougE
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02/13/20 02:53pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Florida to Texas
Generally take I10 all the way other than taking I12 across the top of Lake Pontchartrain to avoid New Orleans. West of Beaumont I would take 124 down to the coast (High Island) and use the ferry to get to Galveston.
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DougE
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01/26/20 09:27am |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Rio Grande Village RV Campground in Big Bend NP
fitnj- Are you describing Study Butte rather than Terlingua?
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DougE
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01/13/20 08:02am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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