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Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-15-2021, 10:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 907
Posted By Ted Lambert
No but it's time to tell.:laugh: The place is a...

No but it's time to tell.:laugh:
The place is a little town called Dewberry in East Central Alberta.
They have Chuck wagon races there during the summer.
Fantastic people!
Unfortunately we won't...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-12-2021, 08:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,151
Posted By Ted Lambert
Calling all Yukon Denali Owners

Not sure if this belongs here. But I am looking at a GMC Yukon.
What I would like to know does the Denali ride better than just the Yukon?
No I will not be pulling anything with it. Just a daily...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-11-2021, 10:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 930
Posted By Ted Lambert
I know what you mean scary isn't it.

I know what you mean scary isn't it.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-11-2021, 04:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,364
Posted By Ted Lambert
Extended warranty? Just walk away! Or you are...

Extended warranty?
Just walk away! Or you are opening a real sad Pandora's box.
You see they won and you lost just by believing it was a good deal.
Walk away!
Lesson learned :banghead:
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-11-2021, 12:52 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,022
Posted By Ted Lambert
The unbolt and flange is an accessory! It...

The unbolt and flange is an accessory!
It removes any annoying slack in the hitch to receiver.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-11-2021, 12:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 930
Posted By Ted Lambert
I took another look under the trailer and as far...

I took another look under the trailer and as far as I can tell the cover is held by screws I removed the screws and found that the plastic covering is held up by the frame rails and the screws just...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-11-2021, 12:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,912
Posted By Ted Lambert
I agree!:thumb: One person has a problem and...

I agree!:thumb:
One person has a problem and everybody!,,! Has a problem.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-11-2021, 12:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,912
Posted By Ted Lambert
I agree if the book says 9000# I would expect to...

I agree if the book says 9000# I would expect to tow 7000#
Never tow at the max!
However I had a salesman tell me the truck I bought rated at 11000# should be quite happy at 8000#
Most salesman...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-11-2021, 12:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 930
Posted By Ted Lambert
Under the trailer

I would like to access under my trailer.
There is a sealed plastic type material underneath.
I'm sure you know what I mean.

Has anybody removed an reinstalled this cover?
If so how?
I want to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-10-2021, 04:03 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,014
Posted By Ted Lambert
With the mileage and other comments, although I...

With the mileage and other comments, although I have never owned a diesel pusher only gas class As.
The price sounds ok.
At least from my perspective being from Canada with the dollar exchange....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-10-2021, 03:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,014
Posted By Ted Lambert
I like it!:thumb:

I like it!:thumb:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-10-2021, 02:41 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 5,538
Posted By Ted Lambert
Sounds like your on the way to a great time with...

Sounds like your on the way to a great time with your RV.
My first one was 20 years old nothing but enjoyable times.:thumb
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-10-2021, 12:26 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 5,538
Posted By Ted Lambert
It doesn't matter if I read them. But did the...

It doesn't matter if I read them.
But did the OP?
If it's a dead horse why are you reading it?

If the OP doesn't understand the harm in what he is doing is wrong for me to advise him?
Or I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-09-2021, 10:36 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 5,538
Posted By Ted Lambert
Starting every month why!

Why are you starting your unit every month in the winter?
I could write a book on why not to.
Can you tell me why or were you advised by someone who thought they were doing you a service with that...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-09-2021, 09:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,602
Posted By Ted Lambert
Gary thanks for the comments, I agree. I haven't...

Gary thanks for the comments, I agree. I haven't changed the tires yet I was just reviewing the quote when I stumbled on the TPMS service charge. I am definitely going to put it off till my second...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-09-2021, 09:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,602
Posted By Ted Lambert
Yes dashboard read out the whole nine yards....

Yes dashboard read out the whole nine yards. Works good in winter I use it to lower the pressures for traction on ice.
I have checked it against a gauge. Very accurate.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-09-2021, 06:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,602
Posted By Ted Lambert
Ok thank you Steve My truck is a 2017 GMC with...

Ok thank you Steve
My truck is a 2017 GMC with 24000 miles. I believe it would not be required as my truck is only occasionally driven when not towing my trailer.
What are your thoughts on...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-09-2021, 05:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,602
Posted By Ted Lambert
Very funny haha. You must be a comedian who is...

Very funny haha.
You must be a comedian who is out of work!

Anybody else want to contribute!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-09-2021, 05:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,602
Posted By Ted Lambert
Tpms service fee

Can someone please tell me why I would be charged a TPMS service fee when installing new Michelin tires? :popcorn:
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-09-2021, 04:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,394
Posted By Ted Lambert
You say your spending the winter in Florida but...

You say your spending the winter in Florida but is your unit there also. The reason I ask is I know a couple in Florida and their trailer is in my backyard in Canada.
Just to be clear is your RV...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-07-2021, 10:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 457
Posted By Ted Lambert
Ok thanks for the help I didn't realize I had to...

Ok thanks for the help I didn't realize I had to download the Apple TV app!
Seems to be working fine now.
Thank you!
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-07-2021, 10:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 457
Posted By Ted Lambert
I have internet but I still don't know how to...

I have internet but I still don't know how to down load my movies!
Where do I download from I cloud.
Sorry but I'm not great working with I cloud.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-07-2021, 05:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 457
Posted By Ted Lambert
Help with Itunes purchases.

I bought 3 movies from I tunes, I can't play them without a wifi connection.
Can somebody tell me why I can't play them on my IPad when camping?
I need step by step help.

Thank you!:popcorn:
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 08-05-2021, 11:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,653
Posted By Ted Lambert
Hokey is a portable sewage tank hanging off the...

Hokey is a portable sewage tank hanging off the ladder.:laugh:
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-05-2021, 11:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,118
Posted By Ted Lambert
For the amount of towing I do I won't go with the...

For the amount of towing I do I won't go with the XL. Although I do agree handling would not be as good.
I don't have much choice as I have to go with the shorter wheelbase.
I met a fellow with a...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 08-05-2021, 10:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,318
Posted By Ted Lambert
Never pump until the old grease is expelled!

Never pump until the old grease is expelled!
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-04-2021, 07:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 907
Posted By Ted Lambert
Nope about a 3 hr drive. From the northeast.

Nope about a 3 hr drive. From the northeast.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-04-2021, 07:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 907
Posted By Ted Lambert
With a view like that who needs hookups! You...

With a view like that who needs hookups!
You lucky people!:thumb:
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-04-2021, 05:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 907
Posted By Ted Lambert
Here is a hint. There is a major event held their...

Here is a hint. There is a major event held their every year!
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-04-2021, 05:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,643
Posted By Ted Lambert
:laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh: ME TOO

:laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:
ME TOO
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-04-2021, 04:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 907
Posted By Ted Lambert
Best Campsite in Canada

The DW and I just booked a week in a campsite for $120
Full hookups power sewer and water and the best WiFi you can imagine.
Located in a rural area close to a major center.
Beautiful grass area...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-03-2021, 10:12 PM
Replies: 284
Views: 29,685
Posted By Ted Lambert
I have tinnitus and most times even a generator...

I have tinnitus and most times even a generator running can't drown out the the never ending roar in my ears.
It can really drive a person nuts:sad:
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-02-2021, 10:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,118
Posted By Ted Lambert
Yes I agree. I was talking to a fellow who tows a...

Yes I agree. I was talking to a fellow who tows a 30ft TT. And he agreed that the longer wheelbase he might have considered for exactly the reasons you state. However he needed the shorter WB.
My...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-02-2021, 10:17 AM
Replies: 284
Views: 29,685
Posted By Ted Lambert
If the hours for generator use are posted, it...

If the hours for generator use are posted, it would be unfortunate for people who require a nap. But that conversation is irrelevant in this case.
As I understand the OP stated the times were posted.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-02-2021, 08:41 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,578
Posted By Ted Lambert
Jeep Liberty

Base plate bolts tore right through the frame.
Lucky I was just pulling away from a dump station.
Turned out the installation from a previous owner used no back plates or lock washers. Just tore...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-02-2021, 08:19 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,688
Posted By Ted Lambert
I totally agree :thumb:

I totally agree :thumb:
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-01-2021, 08:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,688
Posted By Ted Lambert
Be very gentle with it lots or rust might break! ...

Be very gentle with it lots or rust might break!
That little bow tie is the pet cock turn one way the antifreeze runs out turn the other way the antifreeze stays in.
I would put some wd 40 on it...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-31-2021, 01:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,656
Posted By Ted Lambert
Did you read the OPs post.?

Did you read the OPs post.?
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-31-2021, 11:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,118
Posted By Ted Lambert
That sounds great I might bite on a new Yukon ...

That sounds great I might bite on a new Yukon
Been shopping around but am going to take my time.
I have 30ft and have been consistently under 7000ib tow weight. So I would think I would be ok....
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-30-2021, 06:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 13,467
Posted By Ted Lambert
I would definitely go with larger. Better...

I would definitely go with larger.
Better looking and much nicer curb appeal.
Not to mention that the manufacture knows nothing about building trucks that's why they recommend bigger tires!...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-30-2021, 06:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,118
Posted By Ted Lambert
GMC Yukon

Anybody tow with a 2020 GMC Yukon?
Any year yukon?
If so I would like to hear what you tow.
Thank you.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-19-2021, 07:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 593
Posted By Ted Lambert
Bumper load Capacity

I was looking at my manual, just because I was bored I guess.
I came across this about rear bumper loading.

I have never seen the weight carrying capacity on any RV bumper!
Has anybody seen such...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-17-2021, 04:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,790
Posted By Ted Lambert
:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 07-15-2021, 04:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,829
Posted By Ted Lambert
Seems to me that you may have made it very easy...

Seems to me that you may have made it very easy for the OP to decide for himself if he should spend the money now and zero the clock on his tranny.
Or come up with a plan when he wants the service...
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 07-15-2021, 04:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,829
Posted By Ted Lambert
So do we know the fluid and the mileage on the...

So do we know the fluid and the mileage on the unit?
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 07-14-2021, 08:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,829
Posted By Ted Lambert
Not sure what your referring to but that coach...

Not sure what your referring to but that coach isn't 30 years old!
Would his transmission not be considered new as far as the oil is concerned?
Or are you talking about yesterdays oil?
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 07-14-2021, 07:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,829
Posted By Ted Lambert
Unless you think the fluid has been contaminated...

Unless you think the fluid has been contaminated there is no reason to change it.
Unless you want to spend the money.
Transmissions are not like engines, they don't produce acids and other...
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 07-14-2021, 03:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,124
Posted By Ted Lambert
I am familiar with Allison and have rebuilt many...

I am familiar with Allison and have rebuilt many ZF transmissions.
I used to dyno all the trannys after rebuild.
In my opinion the valve body may be a little dirty.
This could prevent the...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-14-2021, 02:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,159
Posted By Ted Lambert
:rofl::laugh:

:rofl::laugh:
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-14-2021, 02:52 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,134
Posted By Ted Lambert
Thanks for sharing your story. Some good info on...

Thanks for sharing your story. Some good info on what a person can expect from insurance companies, but I think you did well considering!:thumb:
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