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Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 03-21-2020, 10:00 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 22,001
Posted By Loraura
Because your eyes are still unprotected and most...

Because your eyes are still unprotected and most people are not buying the kind of masks that actually do protect against coved-19. Medical staff have eye protection and are looking for the specific...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-21-2019, 11:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,087
Posted By Loraura
If it has an enclosed underbelly, it is likely...

If it has an enclosed underbelly, it is likely that there are just the T handle portions sticking out of the underbelly, but still underneath the camper siding. I don't have this exact unit, but I...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-13-2019, 11:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 922
Posted By Loraura
Good friends of mine bought a Sanibel a couple of...

Good friends of mine bought a Sanibel a couple of years ago and had so much trouble with the slides that it went back and forth to the factory and still had problems. The dealer eventually took it...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-04-2019, 11:35 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 11,130
Posted By Loraura
We had been towing a 33 foot bunk house TT, which...

We had been towing a 33 foot bunk house TT, which we bought because we like to mountain bike with friends and they would meet us at the campground and stay with us. They all loved it so much, they...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-20-2019, 12:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,158
Posted By Loraura
How did I not think of this?!?! This is the...

How did I not think of this?!?!

This is the answer.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-20-2019, 12:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,158
Posted By Loraura
It's a little alarming the first time you see...

It's a little alarming the first time you see your wheels completely off the ground. I've done it once. I thought about it and came to the conclusion that the jacks are lifting pretty much the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-20-2019, 11:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,176
Posted By Loraura
My living room is also inaccessible with slides...

My living room is also inaccessible with slides in, unless you have a 12 inch waist. It doesn't cause me any problems. I wouldn't trade it for a different floor plan because i LOVE my floor plan...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 04-15-2019, 03:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,013
Posted By Loraura
Your story sounds very familiar. I adopted...

Your story sounds very familiar.

I adopted Lulu from the pound when she was 6 months old. I have no info on her back story at all. She was super calm when I met her. She stayed super calm for...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-15-2019, 01:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,108
Posted By Loraura
You may be over complicating things. The...

You may be over complicating things.

The easy answer is to keep what you already have, knowing it has been well maintained and taken care of, and instead rent a storage spot that allows for easy...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-02-2019, 11:44 AM
Replies: 1,120
Views: 160,803
Posted By Loraura
Lajitas RV resort bear Big Bend National Park ...

Lajitas RV resort bear Big Bend National Park

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Forum: Boondocking 04-02-2019, 08:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,501
Posted By Loraura
There isn't a sun issue because the batteries are...

There isn't a sun issue because the batteries are inside the front storage compartment of my 5th wheel. I can see how this would be an issue for TTs but not for 5ers.

However I did decide to go...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-31-2019, 06:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,095
Posted By Loraura
Every time you make a turn the pullright hitch...

Every time you make a turn the pullright hitch DOES slide, by design. That's the way it works going forward or backwards.
Forum: Boondocking 03-28-2019, 08:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,501
Posted By Loraura
Do I need a battery cover?

I'm going from 1 12v battery to 2 GC T-125 batteries in my fifth wheel.

The 12v there now has a plastic housing that goes over it with a vent tube attached that vents to the outside.

The front...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-18-2019, 12:17 PM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,140,970
Posted By Loraura
I just wanted to make an update on this. So...

I just wanted to make an update on this. So based on advice that the power cube I originally bought might not provide enough amps to run the batter charger, I bought a bigger lithium power cube that...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-12-2019, 01:20 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 16,965
Posted By Loraura
Very unlikely to need 50 AMPS unless you want to...

Very unlikely to need 50 AMPS unless you want to run 2 AC units at the same time.

In our previous unit we were wired for 50 AMPS but only had one AC. I used 30 AMP exclusively and ran...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-12-2019, 01:04 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,843
Posted By Loraura
That depends on how you define a day. If a...

That depends on how you define a day. If a calendar day is defined as 24 hours, we absolutely had a 23 hour day last Sunday.

On the calendar day 3/10/2019 there were literally only 23 hours for...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-12-2019, 10:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 809
Posted By Loraura
Oooooh!!! I've been thinking about joining AND...

Oooooh!!! I've been thinking about joining AND we have a trip from Austin to Tucson coming up this year where we will have some 1-night stops on the way. Can you share more about your experience?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-12-2019, 10:21 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,384
Posted By Loraura
Due to the auto-industry's decision to also go...

Due to the auto-industry's decision to also go all in on Bluetooth and wifi technology and cell-phone dependencies, I don't think these technologies are going away any time soon.

Also, some basic...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-12-2019, 10:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,757
Posted By Loraura
I know this isn't Ft. Davis Mountains specific...

I know this isn't Ft. Davis Mountains specific but i HAVE to put another recommendation in for Maverick Ranch RV park (part of the Lajitas resort). We have stayed there 4 or 5 times now and continue...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-11-2019, 08:18 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,843
Posted By Loraura
Not to be technical but (I'm going to be...

Not to be technical but (I'm going to be technical)... you might want to check again.

When we "spring forward" there are 23 hours in a normally 24 hour period. When we "fall back" there are 25...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-07-2019, 12:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,885
Posted By Loraura
The dealership has already "made ready" this unit...

The dealership has already "made ready" this unit by cleaning it after the previous owner traded it in. They are passing this charge on to you.

I doubt you will have much success in avoiding it,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-07-2019, 10:31 AM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,140,970
Posted By Loraura
Thanks. I'm not interested in a gas...

Thanks.

I'm not interested in a gas generator at all. Too much upkeep and maintenance when rarely needed.

Perhaps instead of running the batter charger from the cube, we will simply use it for...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-05-2019, 06:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,438
Posted By Loraura
Is there a battery disconnect?

Is there a battery disconnect?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-28-2019, 11:37 AM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,140,970
Posted By Loraura
I bought this lithium power bank, hopefully will...

I bought this lithium power bank, hopefully will power my electric battery charger so i can top off batteries while dry camping for short periods of time:
...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-26-2019, 11:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 528
Posted By Loraura
The BEST thing you can do to prolong the life of...

The BEST thing you can do to prolong the life of any trailer is to keep it under covered storage. Keeping the sun and rain off the trailer can go a LONG way in protecting it from seals breaking down...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-19-2019, 11:39 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,597
Posted By Loraura
I totally agree, but good luck getting Old...

I totally agree, but good luck getting Old Biscuit to see it any other way.

I didn't pay $$$$$ for a truck to ignore the door stickers.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-07-2019, 02:11 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 9,671
Posted By Loraura
Yes, because my RAM has the Payload for my 5th. ...

Yes, because my RAM has the Payload for my 5th. His doesn't. I have 500 more pounds of payload than he does. If my math is right, that equates to a 2500 lbs heavier 5th wheel that I can take the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-05-2019, 03:24 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 9,671
Posted By Loraura
Using the door sticker for cargo capacity (2026):...

Using the door sticker for cargo capacity (2026):

20 percent pin weight on GVWR will put you over without any people or hitch in the truck.

20 percent pin weight on empty trailer is 1862...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-31-2019, 11:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,903
Posted By Loraura
Take a look at the floor plans and interiors and...

Take a look at the floor plans and interiors and you will quickly see.

I was shocked at the Winnebago 5th wheel. You literally have to jump in the bed at the foot from the door to the bedroom. ...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-29-2019, 11:51 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 38,705
Posted By Loraura
Does that not effect the balance of how a 5th...

Does that not effect the balance of how a 5th wheel is designed to be towed, with pivot over the rear axles?

It only took me seeing this once to veto the Andersen 5th wheel hitch even though we...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-29-2019, 11:36 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 24,747
Posted By Loraura
It would appear that you absolutely don't have...

It would appear that you absolutely don't have the payload for an extra fuel tank.

I'd take that out pronto and learn how to stop for fuel while towing.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-24-2019, 03:14 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 26,185
Posted By Loraura
The roadside assistance folks have used large...

The roadside assistance folks have used large professional jacks to raise the 5er. Did the job very well, and super fast, but obviously not ideal to carry with you everywhere. I've seen them place...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 01-24-2019, 03:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,524
Posted By Loraura
To deal with the worry of a power outage, we...

To deal with the worry of a power outage, we leave one device (tablet) that gets cell service (AT&T or Verizon, we have one of each for better coverage) at the RV, sharing it's wifi with a wifi baby...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 01-24-2019, 12:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,359
Posted By Loraura
Here is the first cover that was too narrow for...

Here is the first cover that was too narrow for my liking. 232960
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 01-24-2019, 12:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,359
Posted By Loraura
Here you can see our pup, on one of the...

Here you can see our pup, on one of the recliners, with my wriggly husband.232959
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 01-24-2019, 11:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,359
Posted By Loraura
I bought the following for our leather RV...

I bought the following for our leather RV furniture.

For the recliners (we have two recliners attached to each other, theater seating I think it's called):
...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 01-24-2019, 11:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,098
Posted By Loraura
The best tip I ever got on house training was to...

The best tip I ever got on house training was to have the dog on a long lead attached to me while in the house. I got like a 12 foot lead and looped it through a belt loop. Almost all dogs ted to...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 01-24-2019, 09:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,662
Posted By Loraura
We love the Orvis hammock. Orvis is not cheap...

We love the Orvis hammock. Orvis is not cheap but it's very good quality stuff that lasts for years.

https://www.orvis.com/p/grip-tight-quilted-microfiber-hammock-seat-protector/2ecp
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 01-24-2019, 09:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,038
Posted By Loraura
We LOVE this one. Our dog loves it too. ...

We LOVE this one. Our dog loves it too.

https://www.orvis.com/p/grip-tight-quilted-microfiber-hammock-seat-protector/2ecp

The XL fits the RAM 2500 back seat. X-Large 66"L x 62"W

Very...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-23-2019, 11:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,085
Posted By Loraura
I "cheat" and line up the center of the 5er...

I "cheat" and line up the center of the 5er between the sliding rear window. If that's centered, then The hitch also is.

I've seen people put a little bit of painters tape on the center of the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-19-2018, 04:17 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 20,138
Posted By Loraura
We travel with 2-3 carbon fiber dual suspension...

We travel with 2-3 carbon fiber dual suspension racing mountain bikes valued at ~$5K-$7K each all the time. We either put them in the storage bay (where they travel, out of sight, out of mind) or...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-07-2018, 08:30 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,696
Posted By Loraura
What do you gain though? Cougar and GD are...

What do you gain though?

Cougar and GD are two very different brands with different goals/markets.

I would expect the cougar to be less rigid because it's lighter and cheaper.

1)Solid...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-07-2018, 08:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,449
Posted By Loraura
Most good hitches are adjustable. I only...

Most good hitches are adjustable. I only measured from the ground to the top of the tailgate.

When my dealership was installing the hitch they mentioned being done and I asked for a photo showing...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-04-2018, 08:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,449
Posted By Loraura
Ask them to measure from the ground to the top of...

Ask them to measure from the ground to the top of the tailgate.

Most late model 5ers are 60" at the overhang. The truck will settle some with the weight on it.

I panicked when I measured out...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-04-2018, 12:51 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,696
Posted By Loraura
What exactly was this test for? I'm drawing a...

What exactly was this test for? I'm drawing a blank coming up with any knowledge gained by hitting slide walls.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-03-2018, 12:00 PM
Replies: 14
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Views: 4,600
Posted By Loraura
For convenience you can buy DEF at nearly any...

For convenience you can buy DEF at nearly any auto parts store. They likely will have stacks of it up by the register.

Even if we know we're going on a trip that will include truck stops, we...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-17-2018, 08:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,095
Posted By Loraura
Google it. It’s a much better solvent.

Google it. It’s a much better solvent.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-16-2018, 08:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,095
Posted By Loraura
Try Denatured Alcohol. I had an "incident" when...

Try Denatured Alcohol. I had an "incident" when my son was young where he thought a ball point pen made a good kangaroo replacement and bounced it all over the back seat (leather seats). This did...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-12-2018, 09:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,556
Posted By Loraura
Blue Ox is a great choice. Used this on a 33ft...

Blue Ox is a great choice. Used this on a 33ft TT for several years and it did a great job and was easy to set up and install.

Stay away from WDH's that use a friction bar for sway.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-08-2018, 10:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,035
Posted By Loraura
I love the new style steps. Just have to make...

I love the new style steps. Just have to make sure when I park it in storage that there is enough room for the steps to clear a pole. The fact that they don’t bounce saves me feet and knees. My...
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