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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Installed a 2nd fantastic fan in the dining area....

Installed a 2nd fantastic fan in the dining area. I had to install wiring for this reversible unit. Turned out great. The wife was going to help me do it this weekend. She's going to be happy.

Forum: Vintage RV's

03-19-2015, 03:07 PM

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Installing 3 speed fantasic fan in the bathroom.

Installing 3 speed fantasic fan in the bathroom.

Forum: Vintage RV's

03-16-2015, 01:58 PM

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Washing, and scrubbing super nasty awning.

Washing, and scrubbing super nasty awning.

Forum: Vintage RV's

03-04-2015, 10:45 AM

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

New CURT SD hitch installed, complete with brake...

New CURT SD hitch installed, complete with brake controller. Why on earth more wires were added, when there is an existing loom already in place. extra time spent ripping out wires.... SMH

Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum

03-04-2015, 10:41 AM

Replies: 3

High water temp gauge: Bad dash ground

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

I think I will check that out on my beast, never...

I think I will check that out on my beast, never would have thought. Thanks for the info.

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

02-25-2015, 05:54 PM

Replies: 7

Battery

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Take the battery to an auto parts house, and they...

Take the battery to an auto parts house, and they should be able to load test that for you at no charge.

Forum: Vintage RV's

02-25-2015, 01:09 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 7,300

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

mbridinger: Not towing as of yet, but working my...

mbridinger: Not towing as of yet, but working my way to towing the box trailer in my signature.

02-24-2015, 08:44 PM

Replies: 11

Modifying MH to use off grid

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

If ya have room, invest in 4 six volt batteries,...

If ya have room, invest in 4 six volt batteries, get an 80 amp smart charger, and you should be good to go, less the fridge. 30 minutes of genny with that setupup runs my tv, and dish for six hours...

02-24-2015, 08:15 PM

Replies: 11

Modifying MH to use off grid

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

I would fix fridge, or look at replacement, I run...

I would fix fridge, or look at replacement, I run 4 six volt batteries, and to run elec on the fridge with convert/invert will suck those bats down. even with solar.

Forum: Vintage RV's

02-24-2015, 07:56 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 7,300

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

87001 Thanks for the input. I am going to...

87001
Thanks for the input. I am going to address the heating problem next, but wrapping up Battery upgrade first. See attachment.

Forum: Vintage RV's

02-18-2015, 07:08 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 7,300

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Well we went to the desert for Prez weekend on a...

Well we went to the desert for Prez weekend on a maiden voyage. The coach on flat ground runs at 210 degrees, on the grades it was borderline prior to the red. Anybody else run into this on the...

Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports

02-12-2015, 08:57 PM

Replies: 0

Jawbone 2-13 to 2-16

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Jawbone 2-13 to 2-16

Anybody going to be there this weekend, and meet up?

How many people use their Class "A"s as a vehicle to tow their race cars

02-03-2015, 12:17 PM

Replies: 157

Views: 28,941

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

It does good behind my pickup, and can get a...

It does good behind my pickup, and can get a pretty good angle backing it in the driveway. Anyplace I go with this trailer won't require tight corners. Mostly Desert in big flat areas.

Forum: Vintage RV's

02-03-2015, 10:49 AM

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Working on getting electrical outlets installed...

Working on getting electrical outlets installed for the tv and entertainment center.

How many people use their Class "A"s as a vehicle to tow their race cars

02-03-2015, 10:26 AM

Replies: 157

Views: 28,941

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

If there is a thread on this, can you send it...

If there is a thread on this, can you send it there? I have been towing a 40 foot 5er for 10 years, and travel trailers, since 1990. So my driving skills are great. I have a pic of what I am going to...

Forum: Vintage RV's

02-02-2015, 03:48 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 7,300

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Thanks Fred, but we found all the manuals hiding...

Thanks Fred, but we found all the manuals hiding in a cabinet. :thumb::thumb:

How many people use their Class "A"s as a vehicle to tow their race cars

01-30-2015, 10:35 PM

Replies: 157

Views: 28,941

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Do you have a pic handy?

Do you have a pic handy?

Forum: Vintage RV's

01-29-2015, 08:37 PM

Replies: 6,924

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

NX841 8.0 refrigerator installed.

NX841 8.0 refrigerator installed.

How many people use their Class "A"s as a vehicle to tow their race cars

01-29-2015, 07:45 PM

Replies: 157

Views: 28,941

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

My buddy has me all paranoid about pulling my...

My buddy has me all paranoid about pulling my enclosed trailer saying the rear swing of the MOHO could crunch the corner of the MOHO. I haven't hooked up to see what it is going to do yet. Any...

Forum: New Member Check-In

01-29-2015, 05:56 PM

Replies: 14

Hello, I'm a New Member

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Howdy!

Howdy!

Forum: Vintage RV's

01-29-2015, 05:54 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 7,300

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

New Upgrades. 1. New Norcold NX841 8.0 cu. ft....

New Upgrades.
1. New Norcold NX841 8.0 cu. ft. fridge
2. 3000 watt sine wave go power invert
3. 80 amp Progressive Dynamics smart charger with Wizard
4. Replaced lounge chair with...

Forum: Vintage RV's

01-29-2015, 03:39 PM

Replies: 9

Perfect fire pit

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Mine sits up about 18 inches above ground, and I...

Mine sits up about 18 inches above ground, and I build a fire pit below so I can get a nice coal bed, that way you can keep the fire blazing, and have a great spot to toast marshmallows. :thumb:

Forum: Vintage RV's

01-20-2015, 04:44 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 7,300

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Well my new to me coach is home and snuggled up...

Well my new to me coach is home and snuggled up on the side of the house, and as I was going through everything, lo and behold, the previous owner, had saved anything and everything pertaining to...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

01-15-2015, 03:23 PM

Replies: 3

Winegard

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

it's the on off switch for a wineguard dome...

it's the on off switch for a wineguard dome satellite. They probably kept the dome and left the switch, Look on the roof for a tripod style foot print. it will probably be near the local antenna,...

Forum: Excel Owner's Forum

01-14-2015, 08:32 PM

Replies: 9

Cracks Around Ladder

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

My coach I don't have yet has cracks around the...

My coach I don't have yet has cracks around the screw area, and I am never compfy with the teeny tiny screws. I am removing the ladder, and getting a 15 foot aluminum ext. ladder. They fold down to 2...

Forum: New Member Check-In

01-14-2015, 08:08 PM

Replies: 18

Views: 1,118

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

thanks adamfolger, did many a years riding out at...

thanks adamfolger, did many a years riding out at handglider hill, until they closed it down. WOW, in 83, I was 2 years out of Highland. Born and raised here. Spent a lot of time in the dunes but...

Forum: New Member Check-In

01-14-2015, 07:51 PM

Replies: 18

Views: 1,118

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Thanks...Nice queensland pic.

Thanks...Nice queensland pic.

Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion

01-14-2015, 07:43 PM

Replies: 23

Like my new MH?

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Cool ride!!!

Cool ride!!!

Forum: Vintage RV's

01-14-2015, 06:44 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 7,300

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Hopefully the original owner has already been...

Hopefully the original owner has already been there done that. I did not hear any exhaust leaks, but will definitely check it out. Maybe I can use that as an excuse to drop a Banks system in if I...

01-14-2015, 06:38 PM

Replies: 21

Back-up cameras again

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Most likely I will be running mine underneath...

Most likely I will be running mine underneath with the wire loom. But I will address that when I get my coach. I want it for towing my v-nose on turns, as the back end is so far from rear wheels,...

Forum: RV'ing On A Budget

01-14-2015, 06:20 PM

Replies: 74

Raiding 401k for RV Purchase

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

I borrowed against my 401 on my last 5er, and...

I borrowed against my 401 on my last 5er, and they just deduct a payment from my check with no penalties, until paid off. Pretty sweet deal if you have that option. I have done 2 loans like that. but...

Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum

01-14-2015, 12:47 PM

Replies: 32

Satellite TV

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

I have DISH, and for 2 years have never had any...

I have DISH, and for 2 years have never had any issues getting my local channels. Thee only issue I have is when you don't use the receiver after a month, I have to call and they reset everything....

01-14-2015, 12:29 PM

Replies: 21

Back-up cameras again

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Posted By RHINOPOWER1

My coach doesn't have one, but I will be putting...

My coach doesn't have one, but I will be putting one in. Have the camera already, just waiting on the coach.

Forum: New Member Check-In

01-14-2015, 12:19 PM

Replies: 18

Views: 1,118

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Been there done that. The best ride ever was our...

Been there done that. The best ride ever was our night ride from upper Trona Rd. to the Pinnacles, out the back and around through Wagon Wheel and down pipeline all the way back to camp. About a...

Forum: Vintage RV's

01-14-2015, 12:11 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 7,300

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

I'm pretty picky when it comes to maintenance. ...

I'm pretty picky when it comes to maintenance.
Got the call this morning, and new windshield is on the way, and delivery of the coach should be Sat, or Mon.:dance:

Forum: New Member Check-In

01-14-2015, 10:42 AM

Replies: 18

Views: 1,118

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Thanks chiefbvfd and thornhammer:thumb:

Thanks chiefbvfd and thornhammer:thumb:

Forum: Vintage RV's

01-14-2015, 10:39 AM

Replies: 19

Views: 7,300

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

There we go, some positive feedback.:thumb: I...

There we go, some positive feedback.:thumb: I figured as much with the appliances.
Chassis is really what I need. Thanks. that gives me direction. All the rest is pretty much generic.
Thanks for...

Forum: New Member Check-In

01-13-2015, 04:59 PM

Replies: 18

Views: 1,118

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Thanks for the welcomes. Always looking for great...

Thanks for the welcomes. Always looking for great peeps.

Forum: New Member Check-In

01-13-2015, 04:57 PM

Replies: 18

Views: 1,118

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Love riding at Spangy, haven't been there since...

Love riding at Spangy, haven't been there since last Feb. sold my Hauler when we got back. So I can't wait to head back out. Usually off Stevens mine rd. or up Trona Rd. to the top by the lone tree,...

Forum: New Member Check-In

01-13-2015, 10:58 AM

Replies: 18

Views: 1,118

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Pending windshield replacement and delivery....

Pending windshield replacement and delivery. Headed to the Desert for some off roading and great Kampfires.

Thanks JohnRR

Forum: New Member Check-In

01-13-2015, 10:29 AM

Replies: 18

Views: 1,118

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

Howdy from Bakersfield, CA

Been rv'ing since 1996, camping all my life. Started out with a 19ft Terry tag ended up with a 40 foot fifth wheel toy hauler. We like to off road about once a month and the older I get the more work...

Forum: Vintage RV's

01-13-2015, 10:10 AM

Replies: 19

Views: 7,300

Posted By RHINOPOWER1

I haven't got it home yet, but one of the first...

I haven't got it home yet, but one of the first things I am going to do is go over it with a fine tooth comb. I am going to be the second owner. This thing was well taken care of, and sounds super...

Forum: Vintage RV's

01-13-2015, 09:42 AM

Replies: 19