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Forum: Vintage RV's 01-07-2015, 07:20 AM
Replies: 12,874
Views: 2,209,580
Posted By normanmcgill
Mo pichers,mo pichers please.

Mo pichers,mo pichers please.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-01-2014, 06:33 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,299
Posted By normanmcgill
I see tons of 5ers here in Florida and I've never...

I see tons of 5ers here in Florida and I've never seen one with chains. In the case of the flip-over I'd say the driver took the turn too fast. However perhaps some restraining device could have...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-25-2014, 07:15 AM
Replies: 12,874
Views: 2,209,580
Posted By normanmcgill
That bottom picture looks like under the table...

That bottom picture looks like under the table for my model train layout. What a mess.
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-24-2014, 06:47 AM
Replies: 12,874
Views: 2,209,580
Posted By normanmcgill
Ha! Looks like a mess Terry. Hope you can get...

Ha! Looks like a mess Terry. Hope you can get them all straight in the end. Otherwise when you flush the toilet the microwave will come on. Could be a shocking experience. Good luck. Ha!
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-22-2014, 06:06 AM
Replies: 12,874
Views: 2,209,580
Posted By normanmcgill
Take a look at Sunsetter Awnings too. Search...

Take a look at Sunsetter Awnings too. Search online for their web site. Pete
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-14-2014, 06:00 AM
Replies: 12,874
Views: 2,209,580
Posted By normanmcgill
Sounds good Harley. I should have known you had...

Sounds good Harley. I should have known you had that figured out. Great thread and I'm learning a lot.
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-13-2014, 07:57 AM
Replies: 12,874
Views: 2,209,580
Posted By normanmcgill
Harley I hesitate to stick my nose in here but I...

Harley I hesitate to stick my nose in here but I can't help thinking that one more cross bracing wall in the living area is needed to keep the framing from moving from side to side while rolling...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-12-2014, 06:12 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,223
Posted By normanmcgill
However if you get caught driving out of your...

However if you get caught driving out of your license class you will get a ticket and that will go to the insurance company. Could cost you a bundle in the long run.:banghead:
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-06-2014, 09:41 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,223
Posted By normanmcgill
She just wanted to see if you could back your rig...

She just wanted to see if you could back your rig without taking out a building. Glad you passed ok. Pete
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-03-2014, 06:44 AM
Replies: 12,874
Views: 2,209,580
Posted By normanmcgill
Point one--- What a beautiful picture Harley....

Point one--- What a beautiful picture Harley. Haven't seen a scene like that in fifty years.
Point two -----It would be nice if,when talking about LT4, air ride pins, pintle's and such, that you...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-27-2014, 06:33 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,299
Posted By normanmcgill
Do you have a pic of how that attaches to the...

Do you have a pic of how that attaches to the trailer? Cost??? Also in looking up the Anderson Ultimate adapter for the GN the pressure check they showed was a straight down force. I doubt that...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-24-2014, 06:49 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,299
Posted By normanmcgill
I would very much like to have a drawing like the...

I would very much like to have a drawing like the above for my Alpenlite 33 St. Andrews. It would be great to know how my Rv was framed.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-20-2014, 07:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,274
Posted By normanmcgill
Yesterday I didn't know how to spell...

Yesterday I didn't know how to spell 'stupidvisor' and today I are one. More LOL.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-20-2014, 06:57 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,299
Posted By normanmcgill
The salesman at the hitch dealer gave my truck a...

The salesman at the hitch dealer gave my truck a quick look and made his statement. Either he was very experienced and really knew what he was doing or he was very new and really didn't know what he...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-19-2014, 06:54 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,299
Posted By normanmcgill
The B&W is what I have on the truck. I just...

The B&W is what I have on the truck. I just figured the 5th rails could be bolted to the frame along with the GN with no problem. With the Anderson Hitch all the problems go away.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-18-2014, 04:46 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,299
Posted By normanmcgill
Thanks Bill. I'll check it out. Man am I glad I...

Thanks Bill. I'll check it out.
Man am I glad I asked that question on this forum. I have never heard of the Anderson Hitch and it is certainly the answer to my problem. Thanks very much Bill for...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-18-2014, 12:37 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,299
Posted By normanmcgill
Along these lines I have a Dodge 3/4 ton that I...

Along these lines I have a Dodge 3/4 ton that I bought used and wanted to put my fifth wheel hitch in it for my Alpinlte 33. When I went to the hitch place we found that the truck already had a...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-18-2014, 12:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,375
Posted By normanmcgill
Pull the handle out and clamp a pair of vice...

Pull the handle out and clamp a pair of vice grips on it near the head. You shouldn't have to do that but it works.
Forum: Vintage RV's 10-18-2014, 12:04 PM
Replies: 12,874
Views: 2,209,580
Posted By normanmcgill
When I first saw the picture of this 73 Scamper I...

When I first saw the picture of this 73 Scamper I would have bet that it was the one I had when I first sold my house and bought a fifth wheel. Mine was exactly like this one. I had to completely...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-11-2014, 07:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,520
Posted By normanmcgill
I have a Dodge 2500 too with the factory towing...

I have a Dodge 2500 too with the factory towing package. I'm not familiar with the mods that you have on yours and wonder what they are?
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-11-2014, 07:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,792
Posted By normanmcgill
I think you have it right. "Cut off on" and "cut...

I think you have it right. "Cut off on" and "cut off off". Who comes up with this stuff? H
as to be a red neck because "on" and "off" are usually good enough. Turn a lamp on and then turn the switch...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-07-2014, 09:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,236
Posted By normanmcgill
The toggle switch would not look very good as it...

The toggle switch would not look very good as it won't fit the switch opening on the fixture. Jacks link looks more promising so I'll check that out. Thanks for the input from everybody. Pete
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-06-2014, 10:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,236
Posted By normanmcgill
Light switch

I see where a lot of people here are good at repairing things on their RV's. A couple of my 12v lights had developed problems with the rocker switch that turns them on and off. These lights work just...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-06-2014, 10:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,792
Posted By normanmcgill
Find your 12v fuse panel and see if there isn't a...

Find your 12v fuse panel and see if there isn't a shut off there. Some place in the Rv should already be a shut off for the batts. Mine is a push/pull type switch on the fuse panel next to the 12v...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-06-2014, 09:54 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,274
Posted By normanmcgill
I'd be real careful about adding any more fluid...

I'd be real careful about adding any more fluid because when the slide goes back in it could push the extra out and all over the floor under it. Check the fluid with the slide all the way in and see...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-06-2014, 09:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,520
Posted By normanmcgill
-5 F is pretty darned cold Oldbeek. Doesn't the...

-5 F is pretty darned cold Oldbeek. Doesn't the water you save in the tank tend to freeze up? Just curious. Pete
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-06-2014, 09:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,520
Posted By normanmcgill
My pump is under the built in refrig. Remove the...

My pump is under the built in refrig. Remove the drawer under the frig and there it is. (In case yours isn't under the sink) Pete
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-06-2014, 09:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,692
Posted By normanmcgill
A lot of that trim is made from PVC so regular...

A lot of that trim is made from PVC so regular PVC pipe cleaner should do the job. Cheap too. Pete
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-06-2014, 09:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,187
Posted By normanmcgill
You should really try and find a schematic of the...

You should really try and find a schematic of the 110 and 12 volt systems for your trailer.If you have an Alpenlite I can send you their diagrams for 1995 but I doubt that any two manufacturers did...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-03-2014, 07:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,973
Posted By normanmcgill
It's a Todd Engineering converter 55 amps. It...

It's a Todd Engineering converter 55 amps. It replaced the 45 amp one back in 01 or so when the trailer got a surge from a lightning strike. New batteries too and several PC boards and the radio were...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-03-2014, 07:08 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,973
Posted By normanmcgill
Got all the junk in the basement out of the way...

Got all the junk in the basement out of the way and crawled into the area to the converter. It's a Todd Engineering, 55 amp and it was filthy with dust and dirt and cobwebs.:eek: Removed it from the...
Forum: Full-Timers 10-03-2014, 06:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,885
Posted By normanmcgill
Sounds like one of my old girl friends. Ha!

Sounds like one of my old girl friends. Ha!
Forum: Full-Timers 10-02-2014, 10:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,885
Posted By normanmcgill
First of all I would suggest checking out the...

First of all I would suggest checking out the insulation value of the trailer. Get one with good insulation so your comfy in the summer with the AC or winter with the heater. Next check the plumbing....
Forum: Full-Timers 10-02-2014, 09:43 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,640
Posted By normanmcgill
Ohhhh Ya! That's for me. Nice rig there Deb N...

Ohhhh Ya! That's for me. Nice rig there Deb N Craig. Thanks for the picture too. Wish more people would do that. Pete
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-02-2014, 08:18 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,973
Posted By normanmcgill
Thanks for that Bamaboy. I have a couple...

Thanks for that Bamaboy. I have a couple batteries already that are hooked to my solar panel to keep them charged up.(Better check the water in them too) I use them for an irrigation system I built...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-02-2014, 08:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,973
Posted By normanmcgill
I'll try and get to the converter today. I didn't...

I'll try and get to the converter today. I didn't know they had fuses on them so I hope the solution to my problem will be that simple. Pete
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-02-2014, 08:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,973
Posted By normanmcgill
I have the owners manual for this trailer so I...

I have the owners manual for this trailer so I have been able to find the things your talking about. Looks like it boils down to cleaning out the storage area and getting in there to check the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-02-2014, 07:57 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,973
Posted By normanmcgill
Thanks for the "hope" but you know it will never...

Thanks for the "hope" but you know it will never be that simple. Funny how one thing leads to another when your batteries run out of water. I know better than that but just never gave it a thought....
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-02-2014, 07:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,973
Posted By normanmcgill
OK. Here we are, presumably in the right forum...

OK. Here we are, presumably in the right forum since that's where I was moved to. I'll answer some of your questions now.
The trailer is an Alpenlite, St. Andrews 33,built in 1995. I bought it from...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-02-2014, 07:19 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,973
Posted By normanmcgill
WOW! SO many great reply's to my questions....

WOW! SO many great reply's to my questions. Thanks to all of you for the suggestions and advice all of which is valuable to me. As was suggested I think I'd better take this to the fifth wheel...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-30-2014, 12:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,973
Posted By normanmcgill
Glad to be here and need some advice.

I'm Pete McGill from Bonita Springs,Fl. and I live in a 95 Alpenlite St. Andrews 33RK 5th wheel. I just live in this thing and don't go anywhere with it. My truck doesn't have a hitch for it anyway....
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