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Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-10-2020, 08:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,718
Posted By Greg2
Mobile RV Internet Solution?

I happened across a UTube video about the Netgear Nighthawk # MR1100. It seemed to solve the eternal problem of no internet signal. It is described as a cell phone hotspot on steroids with...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-07-2019, 07:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 785
Posted By Greg2
No need for Lemon Law...

As most of us know most new RVs have problems with items not working, missing even when brand new. Sometimes repairs will prevent using your RV for weeks, maybe even months. This might be a...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-28-2019, 05:15 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,515
Posted By Greg2
You don't need a CDL unless you are towing...

You don't need a CDL unless you are towing someone else's stuff for pay. Anyone can drive a class 8 [semi] tractor with a non-cdl license. Just haul only your stuff/5th wheel, etc. Check with...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-21-2019, 04:32 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 15,889
Posted By Greg2
Anymore if it seems like others fail to respect...

Anymore if it seems like others fail to respect our boundaries I will get out the rope lights and string them around our area, using white plastic fence poles designed for electric fencing. They...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-09-2019, 09:46 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,235
Posted By Greg2
Quite by accident, I discovered that the stuff...

Quite by accident, I discovered that the stuff that goes in a dishwasher final rinse [to remove hard water spots] works wonders in removing bug splatter, even if it is dried on hard. I was filling...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-22-2019, 06:33 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 10,518
Posted By Greg2
Just a quick read thru would indicate that you...

Just a quick read thru would indicate that you already have your mind set on creating a pit to service your RV. So go for it. Hope it turns out ok for you. If you asked me for my thought, I would...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-07-2019, 03:20 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 23,686
Posted By Greg2
Above are many good tips and ideas. I had a...

Above are many good tips and ideas. I had a similar problem with my gas class A, and it turned out to be a lack of lubrication on the kingpins. Yes, it needed a grease job. I discovered that two...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-13-2019, 04:50 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 30,566
Posted By Greg2
Last summer I faced the same thing. I decided to...

Last summer I faced the same thing. I decided to install a box just like the campgrounds use, a 110vac, 30 & 50 amp panel. The difference in cost was neglitable and I was prepared for whatever is...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-19-2018, 09:26 AM
Replies: 231
Views: 28,405
Posted By Greg2
Only thing you forgot was to lock your doors on...

Only thing you forgot was to lock your doors on the way out.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-12-2018, 06:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,815
Posted By Greg2
Correction...The following is direct from...

Correction...The following is direct from Silverleaf website:

Newmar, Foretravel, Country Coach, Monaco and American all offer the VMS 645 CL on their coaches. The product is also available as an...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-05-2018, 10:05 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,974
Posted By Greg2
Seems to me the priming question got lost in this...

Seems to me the priming question got lost in this conversation. Anywhoo.... Somewhere I have written down a 'never fail' method of priming the fuel system. It even worked with a crimped fuel line...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-16-2017, 03:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 686
Posted By Greg2
Storage Info

While talking to a neighbor about preparing our winter home in Florida until we returned in the fall, he mentioned among other things to pour a little cooking oil into the commode and all drains....
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-03-2016, 06:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,212
Posted By Greg2
It turns out I may not have a problem after all. ...

It turns out I may not have a problem after all. Last year we departed ahead of the cold weather, the year before is what I recalled.
This year it looks like it will be Jan. before we can head...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-01-2016, 09:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,212
Posted By Greg2
I have used the curtain idea on our old gasser...

I have used the curtain idea on our old gasser class A, but this air is barely warm at the outlet, not near enough to heat even your hand on the steering wheel, let alone a small cabin from a curtain...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-01-2016, 08:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,212
Posted By Greg2
Low Dash Heat

I posted in the Class A forum about only warm heat coming from the dash. Both valves back near the engine are open, air control set to recirculate. Someone asked if I had a 'bus pump' inline to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-01-2016, 08:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,603
Posted By Greg2
I don't think so, but I will find out. Good...

I don't think so, but I will find out. Good inquiry.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-01-2016, 08:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,603
Posted By Greg2
Recirculate.

Recirculate.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-01-2016, 07:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,603
Posted By Greg2
Better Dash Heat??

Family health is keeping us 'up north' until early January [grump] Anyway, i was just thinking, our 1998 Discovery with ISB Cummins fails to provide enough heat up front from the dash heater to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-29-2016, 09:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,274
Posted By Greg2
Wow. You have to have the slab inspected? Why do...

Wow. You have to have the slab inspected? Why do they care if your slab fails next month or lasts 50 years? Cement is a poor conductor of electricity but it is in direct contact with the earth. ...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-04-2016, 01:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,503
Posted By Greg2
Both upper outside corners popped out on my 1998...

Both upper outside corners popped out on my 1998 Discovery. A nationwide glass repair company quoted me a price of $800 to put them back in. I could not go with that expense, so I called a local...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-03-2016, 10:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,481
Posted By Greg2
Nothing wrong with getting your tank recertified...

Nothing wrong with getting your tank recertified however it is my understanding that vehicle tanks never need recertifying.

BTW- If you are near a Tractor Supply store be sure to top off your LP....
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 10-28-2016, 05:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,481
Posted By Greg2
The blinking is normal operation for this sensor....

The blinking is normal operation for this sensor. The OEM [1999!] quit last fall and was replaced with this new replacement. It tests good-green blink turns red with a problem. . Oh, BTW, it is...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-22-2016, 09:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,980
Posted By Greg2
All the above replies are good, but lacking in a...

All the above replies are good, but lacking in a very important point, stopping. Pulling and supporting more weight than gross, can be done, but think of your pucker factor when you are going down a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-21-2016, 10:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,604
Posted By Greg2
I have upgraded to a higher classificstion twice...

I have upgraded to a higher classificstion twice in Illinois and both times it was never asked. A standard answer would likely be "My brother/uncle/friend drove it here but had to leave for an...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-21-2016, 09:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,986
Posted By Greg2
Here is my expensive tip. NEVER pay even money...

Here is my expensive tip. NEVER pay even money for a purchased unit. Years ago I bought a RV for $20,000. Had I paid/claimed a penny less the taxes would have been $250 less. Live and learn!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-21-2016, 08:42 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 9,886
Posted By Greg2
Seems like the word 'respect' is one of the...

Seems like the word 'respect' is one of the bywords in this thread. Campgrounds are not the only place that lack of respect runs rampant, especially in the younger members of society. I seen little...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-19-2016, 09:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,692
Posted By Greg2
If financing I would highly recommend using a...

If financing I would highly recommend using a credit union. Cheaper rates and usually easier to deal with.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 10-15-2016, 11:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 670
Posted By Greg2
Cheap LP

If needing propane find the local Tractor Supply store. I just read they have the lowest price across the US. The writer said it was $1.79 a gallon in New Mexico, I called the local store in...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-15-2016, 11:47 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,652
Posted By Greg2
Cheap Propane

If needing propane find the local Tractor Supply store. I just read they have the lowest price across the US. The writer said it was $1.79 a gallon in New Mexico, I called the local store in...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-26-2016, 06:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 489
Posted By Greg2
Smile 1998 D Air Drier Rebuild

I just got done rebuilding my air dryer [for the air brakes.]
At first I was intimidated by the large air line [only one] and the sheer size of the dryer. Boy was I surprised at how easy it really...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-11-2016, 07:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,208
Posted By Greg2
Hope you have Coach-Net or Good Sam towing. Or...

Hope you have Coach-Net or Good Sam towing. Or maybe towing on your insurance policy.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 09-11-2016, 07:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,481
Posted By Greg2
Blinking Light on Windshield.

We were departing a campground after dark and on the windshield I noticed a faint but annoying light, constantly blinking. Blink, blink, blink, I got SO tired of seeing it, and not knowing what it...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-11-2016, 07:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,032
Posted By Greg2
It depends on the campground. Some, a few, are...

It depends on the campground. Some, a few, are first come, first served, others will reserve up to a year in advance. They will take reservations usually anyway you want, except during holiday...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-20-2016, 02:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,052
Posted By Greg2
Diatomaceous Earth is a wonderful killer for...

Diatomaceous Earth is a wonderful killer for bees, ants, spiders and any other similar insects. Mist it into their nest, hole or where they run. To them is is like sharp glass shards and also will...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-20-2016, 02:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,360
Posted By Greg2
I suggest you drive to the park in your toad...

I suggest you drive to the park in your toad before taking your motorhome on Scott AFB. One way is OK, the other is so-so and the long way around. [IIRC going past the commissary is the long,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-13-2016, 09:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 523
Posted By Greg2
I agree, but it is a problem. None of those I...

I agree, but it is a problem. None of those I have called have any slo-blow fuses nor can they order them.
Thanks for the thought.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-13-2016, 08:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 523
Posted By Greg2
Slide inop, need fuse

The relay board that controls my slide [made by Power Gear] quit working. The replacement needs a 25 amp slo-blow fuse that I am having difficulty finding without paying $12.95 S & H fee.....for a...
Forum: CB & Ham Radio 04-14-2016, 08:30 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,150
Posted By Greg2
Toroid Question

I was just thinking 'outside the box' about ununs, baluns, toroids and such, and a question entered my mind.
I have several circular magnets with a hole in the center that came out of old microwave...
Forum: CB & Ham Radio 04-10-2016, 12:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,285
Posted By Greg2
I have heard and read a unun works much better...

I have heard and read a unun works much better than a balun.
Here is an explanation of the differences.
https://www.philipstorr.id.au/radio/technical/Balun%20and%20UnUn.pdf
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-09-2016, 10:09 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,597
Posted By Greg2
Note to self; stay away from N.C., far, far away.

Note to self; stay away from N.C., far, far away.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-09-2016, 05:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,445
Posted By Greg2
Cucumbers. Plain old cucumber peelings. For you...

Cucumbers. Plain old cucumber peelings. For you city folks [and the country ones that don't know] cucumber peelings smell almost exactly like a copperhead snake. . Any rodent is naturally...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-08-2016, 10:53 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,597
Posted By Greg2
Not all states perform auto inspections......

Not all states perform auto inspections......
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-08-2016, 03:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,351
Posted By Greg2
3 battery notes; 1 take plenty of pictures...

3 battery notes;
1 take plenty of pictures and label wires before removing.
2 If using wet cell batteries take a tip from Thomas Edison and put about
5cc of mineral [baby] oil in...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-08-2016, 02:32 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,829
Posted By Greg2
We discovered a $40 Bissell vacuum at Walmart...

We discovered a $40 Bissell vacuum at Walmart that does a fantastic job in our coach. It seems like it has about the same power as the vacuum in our S&B but miniature in size. It stores well in a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-08-2016, 10:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,090
Posted By Greg2
In years past I found the factory horns from the...

In years past I found the factory horns from the Lincoln's, Caddy's, Buick's, etc were quite loud and inexpensive at the wrecking yard. I suspect such is still the case, and being a factory horn,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-08-2016, 09:00 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 14,754
Posted By Greg2
When camping I run a red rope light along the...

When camping I run a red rope light along the passenger side on the ground, and across the front of our coach, hanging under the windshield from each mirror.
It is lit as long as our site has...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-08-2016, 08:29 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,597
Posted By Greg2
So my question, how do they know your vehicles...

So my question, how do they know your vehicles are not with you?
Will they send out an inspector to check see if they have been in storage?
Where do they get the information on if they have been...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-07-2016, 10:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 808
Posted By Greg2
re Awning Wind/Sun Screen

This might not be the correct forum, so moderator feel free to move it if needed.
Anyway, While at a campground I seen an awning with a wind/sun screen that had a beautiful sunset scene printed on...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-03-2016, 03:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,200
Posted By Greg2
I suppose they work, but what I done was to get...

I suppose they work, but what I done was to get an 'Extend-A-Stay' installed on the LP tank on our coach. That allows one to use BBQ LP tanks [usually 20 lb.] to hook up to your coach to supplement...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-20-2015, 06:39 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,580
Posted By Greg2
Smile It is conversations like those preceding this one...

It is conversations like those preceding this one that makes me even more content with my little 'ol 36' Discovery with the 24v, 5.9 Cummins engine. She is not all bright and shiny, lacks modern...
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