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Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 04-04-2023, 12:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,819
Posted By hilgert
Did not vote...we get both for about $150/month...

Did not vote...we get both for about $150/month (no vote option for both).
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-22-2023, 04:27 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 11,777
Posted By hilgert
+1. We have used Charmin Ultra Soft for...

+1.

We have used Charmin Ultra Soft for years with no issues.

Only related issue was when Costco was out of stock at the start of Covid-19 and we had to use another brand...unhappy wife for a...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-22-2023, 11:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 452
Posted By hilgert
We have the same Aqua-Hot 400D in our 2019...

We have the same Aqua-Hot 400D in our 2019 Discovery, but have not had those issues when on battery (but we are mostly on shore power, less often on battery).

Following to see where this ends up.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-22-2023, 10:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,265
Posted By hilgert
Note that OneWeb, a Starlink competitor, uses...

Note that OneWeb, a Starlink competitor, uses SpaceX to launch it's satellites. I think they have over 500 in orbit now. This is due to the war in Ukraine (OneWeb used Russian rockets prior to the...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-22-2023, 08:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,265
Posted By hilgert
To get the same coverage with high speed and low...

To get the same coverage with high speed and low latency, Kuiper and other Starlink competitors have a lot of work to do in order to catch up.

Starlink has over 3500 satellites in orbit today.
...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-17-2023, 07:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 957
Posted By hilgert
Instead of finding a place inside for the bulky...

Instead of finding a place inside for the bulky hose and attachments that came with our Discovery, we use a cordless Dyson. Better suction/brush and totally portable with no hoses to worry...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-16-2023, 10:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,140
Posted By hilgert
RVi Brake3 user on two towed vehicles (prior Ford...

RVi Brake3 user on two towed vehicles (prior Ford C-MAX and current Ford F150) and two motorhomes (prior Class C and current Class A).

Great system, but we wanted something more permanent with...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 03-14-2023, 07:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,873
Posted By hilgert
I pick mine up from local Freightliner dealers,...

I pick mine up from local Freightliner dealers, and change myself.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-10-2023, 12:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,017
Posted By hilgert
Flojet portable macerator is what we've used for...

Flojet portable macerator is what we've used for years. Still have the first one from about 6 years ago. We often camp in places with power/water but no sewer, where we need to pump to a turd...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-10-2023, 12:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 386
Posted By hilgert
They are likely attached to the ends of the tanks...

They are likely attached to the ends of the tanks *opposite* the wet bay (other side of coach). You may have to remove a panel or pegboard (typically what is on the other side).
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-10-2023, 10:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,505
Posted By hilgert
Wash Wax All. However, we will use...

Wash Wax All.

However, we will use water/soap on the nose after bug-filled trips, then WWA. We may use a little water on the sides if there are mud/water splashes, and then WWA.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-10-2023, 10:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 763
Posted By hilgert
We replaced all four of the OEM TV's (3 inside...

We replaced all four of the OEM TV's (3 inside and 1 outside) in our 2019 Discovery in the first few months with TCL Roku TV's. We love the Roku interface and remote. I'd probably buy a Roku TV...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-09-2023, 11:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,932
Posted By hilgert
A few months back we had our prior unit replaced...

A few months back we had our prior unit replaced (under our extended warranty) with a Dometic CFX3 35 (which is the replacement for the prior model). If it were my money I would have gotten a larger...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-09-2023, 10:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 465
Posted By hilgert
If the purpose is to make the taskbar smaller,...

If the purpose is to make the taskbar smaller, why not instead set the taskbar to automatically hide itself? No hack required, and you still get all fixes (and probably some new bugs...as these...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-09-2023, 09:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 465
Posted By hilgert
+1 on that...

+1 on that...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 03-09-2023, 08:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 663
Posted By hilgert
So 100% for sure I would hear it when the engine...

So 100% for sure I would hear it when the engine is running, driving down the road?

Has any thought (that you are aware of) been given to adding a pressure sensor to each tube that could be wired...
Forum: Vendor Spotlight (Deals, Announcements & More) 03-08-2023, 01:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 663
Posted By hilgert
If there were a fire in a rear engine...

If there were a fire in a rear engine compartment, and the system suppresses it, is there a mechanism to alert the driver that the suppression was activated?

If such a fire was suppressed with no...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-06-2023, 12:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,769
Posted By hilgert
Keeping jacks clean is not the same as...

Keeping jacks clean is not the same as lubricating them. Each jack should have at least one grease (zerk) fitting for attaching a grease gun to squeeze in some grease. I do this every 10-15 jack...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-06-2023, 10:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,769
Posted By hilgert
From the OP's profile looks like a 2020 Tiffin...

From the OP's profile looks like a 2020 Tiffin Allegro Red 37BA.

Have you lubricated the jacks lately? If they are not periodically lubricated they might be slow to move.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-02-2023, 09:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,428
Posted By hilgert
When we are traveling I'll use a Zero-G for a...

When we are traveling I'll use a Zero-G for a quick hookups and tank fills. We typically just use the pump when overnighting somewhere, and use the Zero-G to top off the fresh tank when needed. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-28-2023, 12:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,153
Posted By hilgert
Timinfla2, we live just across the river from...

Timinfla2, we live just across the river from you. Can you post a picture or two of the slide rails (from the inside of the RV assuming the slides are retracted)? Is it a Schwintek slide? I've...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-28-2023, 08:53 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,589
Posted By hilgert
We used the RViBrake3 portable system for several...

We used the RViBrake3 portable system for several years...good system.

Recently installed the RVibrake Shadow (https://rvibrake.com/products/rvibrake-shadow-flat-towing-braking-system), which is...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-28-2023, 08:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 615
Posted By hilgert
When there has been a lot of rain it might build...

When there has been a lot of rain it might build up under the slide topper but on top of the slide. if the coach is level, on the longer slides (like the FWS on our 40D) the middle my droop just a...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-27-2023, 06:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 946
Posted By hilgert
MacFleetwood, thanks for the picture. I have...

MacFleetwood, thanks for the picture.

I have the same unit in the same spot in our coach...but no scale (and no moisture).
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-24-2023, 01:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 946
Posted By hilgert
Following...curious to see what the multiplexor...

Following...curious to see what the multiplexor and "external fins" are...pictures would be helpful.
Forum: RV'ing On A Budget 02-24-2023, 08:33 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,779
Posted By hilgert
We home base in a resort that has both park model...

We home base in a resort that has both park model homes and lots of Class A motorhomes and large fifth wheels.

Last week one of the residents in a fifth wheel started seeing leaks in their sewer...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-23-2023, 07:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,935
Posted By hilgert
Running A/C units off battery is not going to...

Running A/C units off battery is not going to work for very long, if it works at all, for reasons already stated.

Run the generator while in motion...that is what it is there for.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-22-2023, 06:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 970
Posted By hilgert
CCW, for your 2015 Excursion 40X, I believe the...

CCW, for your 2015 Excursion 40X, I believe the following are replacements:


HEADLIGHT- HI BEAM /HELLA 68131NF
HEADLIGHT- LO BEAM /HELLA 68132NF


EDIT: I just did a quick Google search...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 02-21-2023, 12:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,144
Posted By hilgert
Welcome!!! Do you have a towed vehicle? ...

Welcome!!!

Do you have a towed vehicle? Reason I ask is that the symptom you describe would be almost the same as a towed vehicle swaying...RV sways, then stops when you stop. Had this happen...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-21-2023, 11:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 687
Posted By hilgert
Code 11 is overcurrent (too much current draw for...

Code 11 is overcurrent (too much current draw for the generator to provide), so it shuts down.


Flip the generator breaker (on the generator) to OFF, then start it up again.
If it runs for a...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 02-20-2023, 11:28 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 8,580
Posted By hilgert
Rather than risking any battery issues (you will...

Rather than risking any battery issues (you will be pulling well north of 100 amps @12v to the inverter, to get the 1200 or so watts @120v your microwave will need), why not just run the generator?
...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-17-2023, 08:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,580
Posted By hilgert
To help others that may come across this thread...

To help others that may come across this thread with similar issues, where was the location hidden by a bunch of wires? Picture?
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-17-2023, 07:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,605
Posted By hilgert
We keep a spare set of keys in our towed vehicle,...

We keep a spare set of keys in our towed vehicle, including a key to the outside TV. Have another set under the coach where nobody would find them...one would have to crawl pretty far under the...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 02-16-2023, 02:13 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,287
Posted By hilgert
Even better!!!

Even better!!!
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 02-16-2023, 02:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,287
Posted By hilgert
I've never seen a CAT Scale with 4 platforms...

I've never seen a CAT Scale with 4 platforms...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 02-16-2023, 01:23 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,287
Posted By hilgert
If you install the Weigh My Truck app (the CAT...

If you install the Weigh My Truck app (the CAT Scale app) on your smartphone you don't have to open windows or punch buttons.

You drive up onto the platform, confirm your location (app will use...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 02-16-2023, 12:45 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,287
Posted By hilgert
You should expect it to weigh more than you think...

You should expect it to weigh more than you think it weighs.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-16-2023, 12:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,580
Posted By hilgert
gmcnau1, can you post a picture of the switch (of...

gmcnau1, can you post a picture of the switch (of a slide having issues), and which slide it is?

Same for the slide controller?

To confirm, this is a 2018 Discovery 38K, not a 2018 Discovery...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-15-2023, 10:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,580
Posted By hilgert
gmcnau1, just to be clear, are *all* slides...

gmcnau1, just to be clear, are *all* slides stuck, or just certain slides (and if so which)?
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-15-2023, 08:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,902
Posted By hilgert
I only corrected the link so that it worked. ...

I only corrected the link so that it worked.

It's not that huge...2.68" x 2.68" x 3.07" (per specs on Amazon).

It carries a lot of current...275 A continuous at DC 12V, 455 A Intermittent at DC...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-15-2023, 07:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,902
Posted By hilgert
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07413JWLD

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07413JWLD
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-14-2023, 08:26 AM
Replies: 280
Views: 23,088
Posted By hilgert
It would not be a motorhome unless there was...

It would not be a motorhome unless there was stuff that needed to be fixed. I tell people that motorhomes are earthquakes on wheels.

Pressure regulator...we never hook up without one. You can...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-13-2023, 09:02 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,379
Posted By hilgert
+1...

+1...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-13-2023, 07:41 AM
Replies: 280
Views: 23,088
Posted By hilgert
Congratulations!!! Time to change your...

Congratulations!!!

Time to change your signature...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-10-2023, 01:43 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 10,208
Posted By hilgert
I just Googled police chasing RV...

I just Googled police chasing RV (https://www.google.com/search?q=police+chasing+rv)...apparently it's a thing...lots of dash cam videos.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-10-2023, 12:51 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 10,208
Posted By hilgert
https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=10.11...

https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=10.116.060[/QUOTE]

From the link (the section is "Vehicular pursuit"):

(4) For purposes of this section, "vehicular pursuit" means an attempt by a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-10-2023, 10:08 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 10,208
Posted By hilgert
Link to the policy that is on the books?

Link to the policy that is on the books?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-10-2023, 07:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,045
Posted By hilgert
I spent $200 or so for a new toilet just to get...

I spent $200 or so for a new toilet just to get the one part. However, I now have other spare parts and a new toilet seat. So not a total waste.

Following to see if there is interest...it would...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-09-2023, 02:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,045
Posted By hilgert
I had one of these break last year (not sure if...

I had one of these break last year (not sure if it was one of these models) in our 1/2 bath, and at least for my model there was no replacement valve I could find. Had to order a new toilet just for...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-06-2023, 01:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 574
Posted By hilgert
Agree on shops...I have a low trust in any RV...

Agree on shops...I have a low trust in any RV dealer service facility. If you don't get any responses here you may have to go fishing yourself (and then YOU can recommend/not recommend a shop!!!).
...
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