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Forum: CB & Ham Radio 11-05-2023, 01:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,297
Posted By BlauMax
Thanks Fred.. Yes, I'm aware of the intertie.....

Thanks Fred.. Yes, I'm aware of the intertie.. but never use it. BTW, are you at all involved with the SWI ARC ? Fun group with a lot of activities. Meet at Bob's Restaurant just off the 84 and...
Forum: CB & Ham Radio 11-03-2023, 05:47 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,297
Posted By BlauMax
Hey Fred.. I don't get much on .52 either.. but,...

Hey Fred.. I don't get much on .52 either.. but, I must confess, despite leaving my radio on when I'm driving out of the Treasure Valley.. I hear very little. When I get to an area I might call out ...
Forum: CB & Ham Radio 11-03-2023, 05:21 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,297
Posted By BlauMax
dons2346.. I'd love to know more about your...

dons2346.. I'd love to know more about your powered lift.. I think, somewhere in the ether, I saw a post about someone using a lift for a WeBoost.. but lost the link. Thanks for your reply.
Bill,...
Forum: CB & Ham Radio 10-31-2023, 05:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,297
Posted By BlauMax
Thanks Ken.. Might be a bit out of my price...

Thanks Ken.. Might be a bit out of my price range.. but, I'll research it. I have seen a number of folks that really like the ATAS though.
Forum: CB & Ham Radio 10-31-2023, 04:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,297
Posted By BlauMax
Understand.. they are all a compromise.. All of...

Understand.. they are all a compromise.. All of the screwdrivers are expen$ive.. and that ATAS seems a reasonable compromise.

Let me know if you want to sell it.

And, yes, any piece of metal...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 10-31-2023, 04:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 693
Posted By BlauMax
Kinda figured... bummer

Kinda figured... bummer
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 10-31-2023, 12:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 693
Posted By BlauMax
Wonder if this would fit the 2023??? How does...

Wonder if this would fit the 2023???
How does one contact them?
Would they even likely know?
Forum: CB & Ham Radio 10-31-2023, 08:38 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,297
Posted By BlauMax
Thanks again.. I can picture part of it.. but, my...

Thanks again.. I can picture part of it.. but, my tired old brain can't see the rest. Hate to admit it.. but, at nearly 84.. I'm not the sharpest knife in the drawer any longer. I've become an...
Forum: CB & Ham Radio 10-31-2023, 07:19 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,297
Posted By BlauMax
Great thought on the beacon. Not sure I'm smart...

Great thought on the beacon. Not sure I'm smart enough to figure how to make that work.. Here in the Treasure Valley of southern Idaho.. we have a ton of activity on .52 Some on 70cm. We've even...
Forum: CB & Ham Radio 10-31-2023, 06:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 532
Posted By BlauMax
Hi Mark.. I just passed thru Albuquerque a...

Hi Mark.. I just passed thru Albuquerque a couple of times this past week. Once on my way to visit my son and family in the Dallas area and finally on the way back to ID from the Austin area where...
Forum: CB & Ham Radio 10-30-2023, 06:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 532
Posted By BlauMax
Ham Radio and Sprinter

I just bought a Sprinter.. Love it.. but, for portable ops.. I need some suggestions if any of you are using a high roof van.
Bill
WA7WS
Meridian, ID
Forum: CB & Ham Radio 10-30-2023, 06:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,297
Posted By BlauMax
WA7WS here. I love to operate POTA using a...

WA7WS here. I love to operate POTA using a FT-891 with and LDG tuner. Up until now I was using Shark hamsticks on a triple magmount along with a 2/440 antenna and sometimes 220.
However, I now...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 10-30-2023, 01:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 862
Posted By BlauMax
No answers.. I made the jump.. Now it's a wait...

No answers..
I made the jump.. Now it's a wait to find those answers.
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 10-08-2023, 04:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 862
Posted By BlauMax
2023 144 Sprinter 3500 XD Questions

I'm considering a 2023 144 Sprinter 3500 XD and have a few questions. If I jump.. I'll be moving form a Ford F250SD diesel which has been great.
I plan on both towing a smaller TT as well as...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 07-28-2022, 02:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 336
Posted By BlauMax
Power fan vents

There is a decent sale at a local dealership for MAXxAir II vent covers.
However, I have a Fantastic fan.. Dealership wasn't sure it'd work
Hoping someone has experience with this

Bill
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 02-27-2022, 10:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,484
Posted By BlauMax
Thanks, pbucha.. I'll try those.. Looks like I...

Thanks, pbucha.. I'll try those.. Looks like I need to delete my custom stops and start over with re-naming.. that was good info.
Regarding the WMA's, SRA's, etc.. I'll have to check that further.....
Forum: Forum 101 | Announcements | Forum Concerns 02-26-2022, 02:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 521
Posted By BlauMax
Deleting Post

I created a post earlier.. not paying attention where I posted it.
Then created a second post that was more inclusive than the first.
Is there a way to delete that original post so possible answers...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 02-26-2022, 02:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,484
Posted By BlauMax
Trip Wizard Newbie Questions

Just subscribed to TW and have questions. I hope I'm using the correct terms.

1. How do I add/drop a pin along the route? Where do I go to find the pins?
I have right clicked and I can seem...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-21-2020, 11:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 764
Posted By BlauMax
Ford Truck- Aftermarket??

Don't see a forum for trucks.. so, hope this works.

The black cap on the top edge of my F-250 SD flew off in the wind on some highway.. It's been sorta loose since I bought the truck 2nd hand.
...
Forum: Powerstroke Engine Forum 08-17-2020, 12:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,709
Posted By BlauMax
Sounds like I have my answer.. Thanks to all who...

Sounds like I have my answer.. Thanks to all who responded.
Forum: CB & Ham Radio 08-17-2020, 10:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,290
Posted By BlauMax
Two possible solutions... 1. Add an RFI...

Two possible solutions...

1. Add an RFI Choke at the input to the antenna and possibly a common mode choke at the radio. I think that should cure the problem for all of the issues.

2. If...
Forum: Powerstroke Engine Forum 08-17-2020, 09:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,709
Posted By BlauMax
Ford F-250 Battery Question

I have a 2015 powerstroke and the question is about batteries.

The truck has two batteries.. Are they wired in parallel? or Are they two totally separate batteries?

The reason for my question...
Forum: Jayco Owner's Forum 04-23-2020, 04:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,554
Posted By BlauMax
thanks guys.. we did ultimately purchase the...

thanks guys.. we did ultimately purchase the 25.5REOK. We like it.. Far from the best 5er we've owned.. but, it will fill our needs until I have to hang up the keys. I'm 80 now and have no idea how...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-22-2019, 03:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,423
Posted By BlauMax
Thanks all.. I ordered one like the motormic...

Thanks all.. I ordered one like the motormic mentioned above. We'll see if it works. Looks like it should be long enough.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-21-2019, 04:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,423
Posted By BlauMax
Yes it is.. the outside measurement is 3" The...

Yes it is.. the outside measurement is 3" The lock pin I have is about 1/4" short. Still looking :)
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-21-2019, 10:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,423
Posted By BlauMax
Ford Hitch Issue

I have a 2015 Superduty and it has one of those overly large receivers that requires an adapter to use the common 2" sq hitch.

I would like to use a lock on the hitch.. however, the receiver is so...
Forum: Jayco Owner's Forum 09-17-2019, 10:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,554
Posted By BlauMax
Jayco Eagle HD 25.5REOK Questions...

I'm in the process of purchasing a 2018 5er.. 2nd owner from a non Jayco dealership so the sales couldn't answer a couple of questions.

it's not the 50amp upgrade with 2nd A/C prep.

What I...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-23-2019, 04:41 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,851
Posted By BlauMax
I like a more natural approach. Not against...

I like a more natural approach. Not against pesticides.. but with children and pets around I like natural mo betta. I had ants that found dog food stored in my rv bathroom.. big trail overnight. ...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-23-2018, 05:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 669
Posted By BlauMax
https://www.irv2.com/photopost/data/500/medium/oven...

https://www.irv2.com/photopost/data/500/medium/oven_small.jpg

This has to be how it came from the factory as no one has been digging around the stove top other than an occasional cleaning and there...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-23-2018, 05:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 669
Posted By BlauMax
Thanks.. I'll check.. I'm wanting to upload a pic...

Thanks.. I'll check.. I'm wanting to upload a pic of the tub that I'm concerned about.. I don't know how to compress the photo to make it a go by the software.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-23-2018, 03:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 669
Posted By BlauMax
Time to provide a bit more info: Model...

Time to provide a bit more info:
Model Range/Oven is Atwood R-V1735BBP mfg 12/04/14

I checked the fittings and they are all tight. We have baked a couple goods in the oven when we first got it. ...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-23-2018, 11:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 669
Posted By BlauMax
Atwood Oven and LED Lighting

I asked this in the Winnebago section.. but, feel it might be better here..

I'm having a couple of problems I'm hoping someone can address..

1. I can't keep the Atwood oven lit. I'm told it...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-23-2018, 11:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 668
Posted By BlauMax
Yes, it all looks correct.. the small flame...

Yes, it all looks correct.. the small flame envelopes the thermocouple properly. It may have developed a pinhole or simply burned up.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-23-2018, 11:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 668
Posted By BlauMax
Well, took your advice and checked the...

Well, took your advice and checked the connections at both the top and bottom.. everything seems secure. Not many things are simple :)
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 04-22-2018, 09:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 668
Posted By BlauMax
2016 Vista Oven and LED Lamps

Howdy folks.. I'm having a couple of problems I'm hoping someone can address..

1. I can't keep the Atwood oven lit. I'm told it doesn't have a traditional thermocouple. As long as I hold the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 07-27-2016, 01:01 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 32,645
Posted By BlauMax
We did similar. We bought the memory foam topper...

We did similar. We bought the memory foam topper from Costco and have never looked back. Awesome.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 12-16-2015, 08:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,322
Posted By BlauMax
Same here.. my ladder is attached to the main bed...

Same here.. my ladder is attached to the main bed with clips. I, originally, thought I was missing the ladder.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-14-2015, 05:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,109
Posted By BlauMax
No, we are opting to tow the CRV instead.

No, we are opting to tow the CRV instead.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-20-2015, 04:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,035
Posted By BlauMax
Front Window Cover & Tire Valves

Ok guys/gals. I'm the proud owner of a new 2016 Winnebago Vista LX 30T. I've been doing 5'ers for years and now a MH. So, my front window issue has never been an issue :)

When parked in the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-20-2015, 04:33 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 32,645
Posted By BlauMax
This is an old(er) post.. but, my experience. I...

This is an old(er) post.. but, my experience. I bought a brand new 2016 Vista LX30T. We stayed in the dealer lot (Camping World, Meridian, ID) overnight and found a few issues. One was the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-27-2015, 09:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,907
Posted By BlauMax
Thanks, after a bit more research, it seems it's...

Thanks, after a bit more research, it seems it's only a polymer that get's applied a minimal wage person. I can do that.. or have it done at home and save a bunch.

So, that begs a new question.. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-27-2015, 09:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,907
Posted By BlauMax
HELP! New RV's And Dealer Added Protective Coatings?

Seems no matter if you buy a car or an RV, the dealer is trying to sell you an add-on protective coating for both the exterior as well as the interior.

I know the dealers make a lot of commission...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-23-2015, 09:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,351
Posted By BlauMax
Remo says the lube pump is for Front Wheel...

Remo says the lube pump is for Front Wheel Drives. The Drive Line Disconnect seems the way to go.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-20-2015, 08:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,109
Posted By BlauMax
Toyota Tacoma Pre-Runner?

I bought a 2013 in.. 2013. At the time I opted to NOT get the 4x4.. grrr.

I have since bought a Winnebago motorhome and would like to find a toad. I understand the 2x4 can not be towed 4 down.
...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-22-2014, 04:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,020
Posted By BlauMax
No.. 80# rear; 60# front. That's what the...

No.. 80# rear; 60# front. That's what the sticker says. I'm sure I could do 60, 60.. but, don't think it's recommended.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-22-2014, 04:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,020
Posted By BlauMax
Ford F250 SD 4x4 Wheel Hop

I call it wheel hop cuz I don't have a better term for it. New to me pickup. Traveling down the cr@ppy highways in Calif, unloaded, the rear wheels want to hop to the left when I hit even a minor...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-03-2014, 08:11 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,290
Posted By BlauMax
Eternabond is great. I bought mine online from a...

Eternabond is great. I bought mine online from a plumbing supply e-store.. At the time it was significantly cheaper than CW. I'd guess both tapes are great.

Re the AC.. just remember that...
Forum: Northwest Region 06-01-2014, 07:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,052
Posted By BlauMax
First.. THANK YOU to all who were kind enough to...

First.. THANK YOU to all who were kind enough to respond. I checked out all of these. Some got some pretty negative remarks.. especially the ones in the path of the train and airport... NOISE. ...
Forum: Northwest Region 05-29-2014, 10:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,052
Posted By BlauMax
Camping Near Portland??

We will be leaving Sisters, OR somewhere around July 1 and would like to spend a few days near Portland before heading east to Hood River.

Hopefully, someone will have a few suggestions for...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-07-2013, 07:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,380
Posted By BlauMax
Don't know.. I've been part of it for 3 mos and...

Don't know.. I've been part of it for 3 mos and this is the first down time that I'm aware of.....
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