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RE: Surge protector
yes
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rk911
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09/19/19 09:10pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Newmar Sold
is newmar currently using parts from Lippert?
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rk911
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09/18/19 01:31pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: JUst how many GB are needed?
Ah good suggestion, thanks.
But on second thought, not workable right now since I do everything on my home computer. Except for and occasional phone call from the wife or others.
BK
no worries...there are downloadable "apps" for your PC that will do the same. for example:
https://www.pcwdld.com/bandwidth-monitors-best-free-network-tools
lots more. just google bandwidth monitors.
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rk911
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09/17/19 05:58pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: JUst how many GB are needed?
OK I read a bunch of email, or at least glance at them. Over a hundred a day. Look at half a dozen news websites with little or no video. Every day. My wife does whatever she does on FB for 15 or 20 minutes a day.
Just how many GB will I need? I have not set up a hotspot on my phone tho it has the ability but want to do so. So I'm trying to get a feel for this.
If this is your normal internet activity, ask your current provider what your usage has been over the past few months.
or install an app that will track and compute just how much internet you use n a day/week/month, etc.
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rk911
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09/17/19 05:26pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Black Tank flush with valve closed
Yes, but it is also common for said people to get distracted. This results in a very messy flood in your rv.
which is why I add 5-gallons of water via the toilet instead of the flush-out.
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rk911
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09/17/19 03:54pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: extended warranty
if you’re paying cash for the EW then use that as the initial deposit for a maintenance &repair fund. you beat the long offs and made out once, you’re unlikely to come out ahead a second time.
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rk911
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09/16/19 05:05pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Newmar Sold
Not the end of the world, I have a Newmar.
you mean...you already have yours. i WAS a big fan of Winnie but after all the problems i’ve had with our latest winnie MH i have to wonder what the impact on Newmar will be going forward.
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rk911
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09/16/19 11:38am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Vent fans and a/c at the same time
It would suck cool air out.
I’d just run a small fan pointing up.
agree. cold air falls but that ceiling vent fan would likely grab it before the air would reach the floor. we have two small fans running with the AC...one up front and another in the back.
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rk911
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09/15/19 03:51pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Do you use a cargo trailer?
Do you tow a cargo trailer?
I was thinking about getting one for an atv and misc things. Might be nice for extra water, a nice barbecue, fishing and hunting gear, and tools.
watch your weights. in general, the maximum amount of weight you can safely tow will be the lesser of the following:
- the GCWR (gross combination weight rating) of the MH minus the actual weight of the MH (defined as the sum of the actual weights on each axle) as it is loaded for travel (includes fuel, fresh water, food, clothing, people, pets, supplies, etc.)
- the weight rating of your tow bar
- the weight rating of your hitch
this is why it's vital to know what your MH weighs as it is loaded and configure for travel before choosing a toad. Your MH will not collapse if it is overloaded but you will experience handling issues as well as longer braking distances and accelerated wear on suspension, brakes, steering, etc.
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rk911
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09/15/19 02:38pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: What does tire date code '5317' mean?
new math
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rk911
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09/13/19 03:10pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Tow Dolly VS flat tow
lots of dolly vs flat posts on rv.net as well as irv2.com...check the archives.
in a nutshell...
- you first need to calculate the total amount of weight you can safely tow. with a dolly you need to include the weight of the dolly in that calculation.
- one less set of wheels to deal with at the campground.
- easier to hookup and disconnect in the rain
- virtually no tongue weight on the hitch.
- but you do have a larger selection of vehicles to choose from. that's about the only positive that i can see.
we flat tow and recommend it.
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rk911
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09/10/19 03:03pm |
Dinghy Towing
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RE: Towing
If you get into an accident while towing that much over your weighted limit your insurance company will probably tell you to get lost !!
Granted, they may tell you to get lost, if they even have a clue as to weight being a factor or for maybe not wanting to renew your policy next time, but they will have to pay, regardless.
civil suits can be filed by anyone for any reason anytime. but knowingly towing 1400-lbs overweight could be called an ambulance chaser's retirement plan. OP, you do what you want. the fact that you're even asking indicates you have doubts. good luck and be safe.
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rk911
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09/10/19 02:53pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Fuel economy
i drive the speed limit or 65, whichever is lower. we typically fill up our gasser at Flying J regardless of price, convenience is the priority. if not the J then the priority is still convenience...looking for EZ in/out whether it be another truck stop or traditional gas station. price of fuel doesn't really play a part.
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rk911
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09/09/19 10:52pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: tires
You may pay a little more but you will never be sorry you bought Michelin.
Shop around.
X2!
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rk911
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09/09/19 12:12pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Towing
is this a one-time thing or will you be doing this on a regular basis? either way someone will likely be along to tell you towing 1400-lbs overweight is ok. i'm not that guy. can you pull the truck? sure. but can you stop as quickly as you could if you were towing nothing or a 3500-lb truck? nope. the brakes on your MH are engineered to stop the GVWR of your MH. even with an aux braking system your braking distance will be dramatically lengthened. you're going to stress the suspension, hitch, possibly the tow bar itself if it's not rated for the weight of your truck. weight ratings exist for a reason. you can probably get away with it once, maybe more, but IMO it's like playing with matches.
all that being said i do have a good friend who towed a park model from northern illinois to northern wisconsin with a 6-cyl pickup. this was 30-odd years ago so i don't recall the specifics but i recall him telling me that it was quite the experience and he was glad it was a one-time thing. we were all young and dumb at one time. most of us survived. my unsolicited advice is the same i gave my good friend...please think twice about doing this.
good luck.
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rk911
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09/08/19 08:52pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Dish newbie
You could probably find a lot of stuff on youtube.
that’s an excellent idea. i always forget about the ‘how to’ videos on YouTube. Bill’s advice to raise the sat dish and see which birds it finds is also spot on. be sure you’re dish is clear of trees to the South/Southwest. The ‘Dish For My RV App’ is useful for
determining if your dish can see the sats.
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rk911
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09/08/19 04:15pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Dish newbie
The odds are 0 that the installer will know anything about the RV system. I would bet they will not even touch the RV installation, and tell you to take it somewhere to have the equipment installed.
well, not zero but not great. i’ve run across some with RV experience. but your first hurdle is determining if the sat dish is DISH of DTV.
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rk911
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09/08/19 03:49pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Dish newbie
you likely have a Winegard Trav'ler sat dish. your immediate issue is if the Trav'ler is rigged for DISH or DirecTV. any clues from the previous owner like paperwork, manuals, etc? worst case if it is rigged for DTV it can be converted to DISH. there should be a control box in one of the overhead cabinets. manuals are online. reach out if you have other questions
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rk911
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09/08/19 03:16pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Looking for Fridge Suggestions
i agree but the "murphy" in me suggests you continue to plan to replace it when and if failure occurs. pre-planning now will save grief and anxiety later. purchasing anything in a hurry is never a good idea.
we have a Westinghouse french door/lower freezer but it is too big for your space.
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rk911
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09/08/19 12:49pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Hot Springs, AR to Tucson, AZ
i'd want to get south as fast as possible in December. I-30 to Texarkana and then, depending on weather and local road conditions, either I-49 all the way south to I–10 or stay on I-30 to Dallas then I-20 and on to I-10.
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rk911
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09/08/19 12:41pm |
Roads and Routes
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