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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-04-2019, 08:16 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 43,690
Posted By KSagal
I think the one I own is the perfect size. ...

I think the one I own is the perfect size.

That is, of course, till I decide to buy another, which may be a different size.

My history is to go larger each trade. I do not see that likely to...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 12-30-2018, 08:45 PM
Replies: 376
Views: 89,919
Posted By KSagal
I have a 1988 Southwind, a bit longer than yours....

I have a 1988 Southwind, a bit longer than yours. I have the original manual on PDF and a generator wiring harness diagram. I would be happy to forward you what I have, but I found them on line. I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-27-2018, 05:18 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 43,690
Posted By KSagal
First off, thanks for your service. 2ndly, as a...

First off, thanks for your service. 2ndly, as a fellow veteran (small disability) I not only understand, but agree.

You have your rig, and get to choose your lifestyle. It is as simple as...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 12-26-2018, 03:53 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,717
Posted By KSagal
One thing to consider if you are going to use the...

One thing to consider if you are going to use the older cables for a test, especially if they are reasonable length, but you feel they may be too small a gauge, is that you can double them up for the...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 12-25-2018, 08:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,717
Posted By KSagal
I don't have your same RV and don't know what a...

I don't have your same RV and don't know what a Victron 712 is, but I do work in a technical capacity as an elecromechanical Engineer.

From what you describe, I would offer that you have a cable...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-14-2018, 07:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,103
Posted By KSagal
I have an older Southwind (88) with a chevy v8....

I have an older Southwind (88) with a chevy v8. Mine is a 34' by name, but is almost 36 feet long. I see about .5 mpg less when towing a toad.

The statement about air drag being more of a factor...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-06-2018, 07:38 PM
Replies: 213
Views: 43,690
Posted By KSagal
I have a 1988 Fleetwood gasser, calls itself 34...

I have a 1988 Fleetwood gasser, calls itself 34 feet, but is almost 36 feet long. It has no slides. It is in good shape.

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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-06-2018, 07:24 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,624
Posted By KSagal
Many years (decades) ago in northern New Jersey,...

Many years (decades) ago in northern New Jersey, I visited the corporate headquarters of the company I worked for at the time.

Next door, there was a tour company that had a bus out front with a...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-04-2018, 08:48 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 16,018
Posted By KSagal
I don't get out as much as I would like, but I do...

I don't get out as much as I would like, but I do go a few times a year, and have towed a Lincoln MKX (Similar to the Ford Edge) and now tow my Jeep Wrangler. The Jeep is an older one, (1990 YJ)...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-01-2018, 09:38 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,624
Posted By KSagal
The driveway I drive out of my property on (I...

The driveway I drive out of my property on (I have a circular driveway) has some low hanging wires (Cable tv) that just cleared the motor home, and over the years, I noticed those wires sagged to the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-01-2018, 09:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,622
Posted By KSagal
My old Southwind has a valve that stays shut most...

My old Southwind has a valve that stays shut most of the time, but when you are on city water pressure, and want to fill the water tank, you crack open this valve (it is basically a pump bypass with...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-01-2018, 08:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,903
Posted By KSagal
I built a wooden structure. I call it a pole...

I built a wooden structure. I call it a pole barn, but some might consider it a car port of sorts. It basically is a wooden and shingled roof on wooden poles. I use diagnal 2 by lumber in between...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-01-2018, 08:38 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,624
Posted By KSagal
How tall is your Motor Home?

I have a full basement model 1988 Fleetwood Southwind. It is a bit over 12 feet at the top of the air conditioners... All other roof equipment is lower than the two air conditioners. (Vent covers...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-01-2018, 08:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,748
Posted By KSagal
I have a low point drain. It has worked for me...

I have a low point drain. It has worked for me well enough. However it is not good enough...

While I have not had a freeze problem with any hoses or pipes, I have had two different freeze...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-01-2018, 07:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,807
Posted By KSagal
1. Welcome 2. I have to admit, I have an...

1. Welcome

2. I have to admit, I have an older motor home (not my first) that I purchased, and while I have not had to replace that particular valve. But had I the need, I cannot imagine I...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-18-2018, 06:10 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 28,401
Posted By KSagal
I am mostly in agreement with many who have...

I am mostly in agreement with many who have posted here, and many of the LEOs who have posted. My experience is that the stoppee is more likely to be the genesis of a problem than the stopper. And...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-18-2018, 09:46 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 17,714
Posted By KSagal
Thank you for your opinion. I appreciate your...

Thank you for your opinion. I appreciate your trying to convince me that you are right, and your choices are better than mine. Problem is, I already stated, in my FIRST post, that while I don't use...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-14-2018, 07:20 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 17,714
Posted By KSagal
Actually, Facts are facts, and Snarky is Snarky. ...

Actually, Facts are facts, and Snarky is Snarky. They are not related. I already posted examples of both.

I am not trying to convince anyone not to use auxiliary brakes. I even said they are...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-13-2018, 08:55 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 17,714
Posted By KSagal
Not accurate. I will not say snarky. ...

Not accurate. I will not say snarky.




I looked it up and know the laws. This post is inaccurate as it is stated in an absolute (Because I am legal in Mass and Maine, and this clearly says...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-12-2018, 09:43 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 17,714
Posted By KSagal
I see that this group surely and overwhelmingly...

I see that this group surely and overwhelmingly likes using aux brakes on their toad. I got that.

But it is a survey, and I feel that there has been a lot of pontificating, and generalizing about...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-08-2018, 10:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,539
Posted By KSagal
Congrats on your success. Feels good to be...

Congrats on your success.

Feels good to be comfortable, better that you did it yourself!
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-05-2018, 06:03 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 17,714
Posted By KSagal
Where I drive, aux brakes are not required by...

Where I drive, aux brakes are not required by law. Insurance is. That is why.

Also, I may make a different value judgement on if I choose to use auxiliary brakes than if I carry mandatory...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-05-2018, 05:55 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 17,714
Posted By KSagal
I don't stay in state, but am legal when I do...

I don't stay in state, but am legal when I do drive. I was simply replying to an inaccurate statement.

I have somehow become the only voice for what a lot of us most likely know is not as...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-05-2018, 05:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,539
Posted By KSagal
If a mouse or bedding got into fan, it goes out...

If a mouse or bedding got into fan, it goes out of balance, clanks and falls apart. It needs to be in balance to work correctly.

You may be able to move some of the blades around to balance the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-05-2018, 05:28 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 17,714
Posted By KSagal
I am starting to wonder myself.:blush:

I am starting to wonder myself.:blush:
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-05-2018, 12:41 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 17,714
Posted By KSagal
I may be mistaken, but I believe the laws are not...

I may be mistaken, but I believe the laws are not the same from state to state.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-05-2018, 08:04 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 17,714
Posted By KSagal
I tow a 2000 lb Wrangler. NO aux brakes. But I...

I tow a 2000 lb Wrangler. NO aux brakes. But I do not camp much, and stay local. (Under a couple hundred miles).

If I were to tow more, or longer distances, or if I go partial or full time, I...
Forum: RV'ing On A Budget 11-05-2018, 08:00 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,516
Posted By KSagal
One consideration I make with heat is that the...

One consideration I make with heat is that the furnace heats the whole motor home, including the tanks in the cellar and the underfloor plumbing, where the electric heaters only heat what I can see....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-02-2018, 10:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,380
Posted By KSagal
Could it be a drivers seat eject button? That...

Could it be a drivers seat eject button? That would explain why it is unmarked.

Please be careful.
Forum: Full-Timers 11-01-2018, 08:44 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,069
Posted By KSagal
I wonder if they are called super C's because...

I wonder if they are called super C's because they have that option.

(Other wise they would be called mediocre C's?)
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-29-2018, 06:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,326
Posted By KSagal
You may want to find out why they are selling...

You may want to find out why they are selling after only one year. Perhaps that unit was a problem child. Maybe not, but try to find the service record.

Next I would talk to the new dealer, and...
Forum: Solo RV'ers 10-29-2018, 02:57 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 20,632
Posted By KSagal
Truth is, I am not a woman alone, so as much as I...

Truth is, I am not a woman alone, so as much as I can say, it will never be from the same perspective as the OP, nor will my experiences be the same... (I am an Army veteran, skydive instructor,...
Forum: Full-Timers 10-28-2018, 09:23 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,069
Posted By KSagal
When I was much younger, and rented an apartment,...

When I was much younger, and rented an apartment, I did go to Laundromats. I never really cared too much for it, but there were some advantages. (Multiple loads at same time, etc)

Before I got...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-28-2018, 10:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,582
Posted By KSagal
I agree that it is not difficult to level the...

I agree that it is not difficult to level the motor home on a slope.

Simply take some 2/12 pressure treat lumber, cut them at 45 degree angle, and stack what you need to stack. I have done this...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-21-2018, 06:04 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 27,652
Posted By KSagal
I work as an electromechanical Engineering type,...

I work as an electromechanical Engineering type, who works for a manufacturer of solar Inverters. I am the guy who shows up from the factory, when the guy you called can't fix it. (But I do not...
Forum: Full-Timers 10-18-2018, 12:01 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,069
Posted By KSagal
I have an older gasser southwind, and I love it,...

I have an older gasser southwind, and I love it, and was planning to install either a compact unit, or a stacked unit.

I have a full sized set of washer and dryer in my sticks and bricks.
...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-17-2018, 01:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,960
Posted By KSagal
I would agree with Old Biscuit, start with a...

I would agree with Old Biscuit, start with a faulted switch, then go on to the board that controls it. Luckily it is broken in a way that still works on one option. Could be worse.

Good luck.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-17-2018, 12:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 716
Posted By KSagal
I should have been more clear. If I were to...

I should have been more clear. If I were to build a slide out kitchen counter like the OP pictured, I could do it at a great height for standing there. The counter top would not be too low for...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-17-2018, 11:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,719
Posted By KSagal
Perhaps you are correct.

Perhaps you are correct.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-17-2018, 11:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,719
Posted By KSagal
I was commenting on post #4.

I was commenting on post #4.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-16-2018, 11:26 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 27,652
Posted By KSagal
I wonder about flushable wipes. They say they...

I wonder about flushable wipes. They say they are septic safe. Anyone use them?

Also, every so often, but not more than once a year or maybe every other year, I do the 1/2 full tank with a whole...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-16-2018, 09:13 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,482
Posted By KSagal
Being of poor character has very little to do...

Being of poor character has very little to do with being rich or poor financially.

Anyone watching the abysmal behavior of financially secure people in Washington DC and how they behave shows that...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-16-2018, 08:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,719
Posted By KSagal
I love that some think there is some sort of a...

I love that some think there is some sort of a vinyl/Leather mix. There is no such thing. (Some seats do have leather in some areas, and vinyl in other areas, but they do not 'mix' the two...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-16-2018, 07:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,130
Posted By KSagal
Often when camping and running the air...

Often when camping and running the air conditioners on the roof, I would find it dripping here or there. Often enough, it would run down the awning and drip here or there. I agree, a puddle could...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-16-2018, 07:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 716
Posted By KSagal
I have not, but have been planning to for some...

I have not, but have been planning to for some time now. My Class A is old (1988) but for some time now I have been using a table at the front pass thru (Only full pass thru I have on my Southwind)...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-16-2018, 06:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,623
Posted By KSagal
I looked up a 2011 Onan 8kv generator on Google...

I looked up a 2011 Onan 8kv generator on Google to see if I could see what you are talking about.

1st question. What is the fuel for your generator, gas, diesel, or propane?

2nd Question. ...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-15-2018, 06:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,623
Posted By KSagal
I have a far different and older Onan. Mine has...

I have a far different and older Onan. Mine has circuit breakers on the generator itself. (They look like tiny light switches)

Mine also has fuses and circuit breakers at the control board...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-15-2018, 05:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,623
Posted By KSagal
Also, my Onan has two 120vac outputs. One is 20...

Also, my Onan has two 120vac outputs. One is 20 amp, one is 30 amp. It looks like a 220 output, but it is not. Be sure your test is correct, and your ground leg (or neutral leg) is as you think it...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-15-2018, 05:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,623
Posted By KSagal
I would start with fuses and circuit breakers...

I would start with fuses and circuit breakers first.
Forum: Full-Timers 10-15-2018, 05:20 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,069
Posted By KSagal
I only part time it now in an old gasser class A,...

I only part time it now in an old gasser class A, 34 foot. I carry clothes for the trip and wash at home.

I am considering longer periods, and eventually full timing. I am looking at all my...
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