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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-22-2013, 05:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,970
Posted By Catch and Release
Thanks for all the responses. Good info for us...

Thanks for all the responses. Good info for us to think about. Is Aqua heat quieter than the propane heaters? Hard to watch tv when the heaters come on. Constantly adjusting the volume.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-21-2013, 08:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,970
Posted By Catch and Release
All Electric versus Propane and Electric

We are looking to trade up from our 2007 Fleetwood Excursion to either the American Coach Revolution or a Winnebago Tour.

The problem we are wrestling with is that the Revolution is an "all...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-15-2013, 09:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,428
Posted By Catch and Release
In my opinion the remote is a necessity.

In my opinion the remote is a necessity.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-14-2013, 07:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,464
Posted By Catch and Release
We had the same experience with the FMCA tire...

We had the same experience with the FMCA tire program. Very pleased with the Michelin tires versus the Goodyear's and very easy process.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-14-2013, 07:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,428
Posted By Catch and Release
We have a 2007 Fleetwood Excursion which is the...

We have a 2007 Fleetwood Excursion which is the same as the Providence except for the windshield.

I HIGHLY recommend getting a tire pressure monitoring system. I don't market them. I have the...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 08-30-2013, 09:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,133
Posted By Catch and Release
Turns out it was a low fuel pressure problem. We...

Turns out it was a low fuel pressure problem. We tore the bedroom apart to get to the engine, put a pressure gauge on it and then bypassed the fuel line from the tank and still showed very low...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 08-25-2013, 02:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,133
Posted By Catch and Release
Intermittent Check Engine Light

Cat C7 on Freightliner Chassis (2007 Excursion)

Check engine light comes on with loss of power then goes off with power being restored. During 60 mile run this happened at least 20 times. FTL...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-13-2013, 02:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,352
Posted By Catch and Release
He asked for advice, I gave it. Chill out.

He asked for advice, I gave it. Chill out.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-13-2013, 12:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,352
Posted By Catch and Release
Unless he is driving a vehicle with a gvwr higher...

Unless he is driving a vehicle with a gvwr higher than 26001# and towing a vehicle of 10,000 or higher, no form of CDL is required.

TxDPS - Classes of Driver Licenses...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-13-2013, 10:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,352
Posted By Catch and Release
You don't need a CDL in Texas to drive a RV.

You don't need a CDL in Texas to drive a RV.
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 08-06-2011, 10:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 58,541
Posted By Catch and Release
At Camp Freightliner Mike Cody goes over this...

At Camp Freightliner Mike Cody goes over this with each owner. Some engines have the shallow sump like mine and only take 19 quarts and others have the regular sump.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2011, 09:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,343
Posted By Catch and Release
Found this yesterday in Homer Alaska

Found this RV yesterday on the Homer Spit, Alaska. Apparently it had a fire that destroyed the coach but not the chassis. Cool!
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 07-13-2011, 10:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,051
Posted By Catch and Release
You need to weigh your coach and then use the...

You need to weigh your coach and then use the tire mfg's chart for the specific tire you have on your coach to determine the air pressure you need to have in your tires. Don't forget to apply a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-06-2011, 10:14 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 16,979
Posted By Catch and Release
Rip off artist

We spent 3 days camping at Muncho Lake at the Provisional Park. Locals will tell you the guy who owns the Northern Rockies Lodge gouges everybody. Locals don't like him.
Forum: Just Conversation 07-05-2011, 10:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 924
Posted By Catch and Release
Jensen's Alaska trip 2011

Abby and I departed Houston on June 1st to spend the summer on the road with most of the time in Alaska chasing salmon. I have been publishing a blog at don-jensen.blogspot.com. It is a somewhat...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-30-2011, 06:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,063
Posted By Catch and Release
Freightliner service in Anchorage

There are 4 service dealers listed in Anchorage on the Freightliner web site. None are Oasis dealers.

I need to get an oil change and lube done on my Freightliner chassis sometime in July. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-17-2011, 08:27 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 16,979
Posted By Catch and Release
We are spending the night at the Triple G...

We are spending the night at the Triple G campground tonight and we are moving on to Muncho Lake for 3 nights tomorrow. Big caravan here tonight.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-06-2011, 06:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,231
Posted By Catch and Release
Go to your local carpet dealer and rummage their...

Go to your local carpet dealer and rummage their dumpster for old carpet. They give it away. Put it pile side down on the hood and windshield of your toad. Make it 2 pieces with the windshield...
Forum: Allison Transmission Forum 06-06-2011, 06:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,087
Posted By Catch and Release
Call the freightliner 800#. They are great.

Call the freightliner 800#. They are great.
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 06-02-2011, 06:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,306
Posted By Catch and Release
It's for real

This is where he probably saw it.

https://militaryadvantage.military.com/2011/05/gates-floats-idea-of-pay-cuts/
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-23-2011, 03:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,647
Posted By Catch and Release
Rummaging was free. Bungee cords were not!

Rummaging was free. Bungee cords were not!
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-22-2011, 08:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,647
Posted By Catch and Release
Home made cover

I went to a carpet store and rummaged through their dumpster and found a roll of carpet. I cut it into 2 pieces. The hod is covered by one and the windshield by the other. I put the soft side down....
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-18-2011, 07:54 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 16,979
Posted By Catch and Release
Talking Good Proving trip

We did this in 2006. We had the MH for 21 days. It was our first time ever driving a RV. We were contemplating buying a RV and we figured this was an inexpensive way to see if we liked traveling...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 04-23-2011, 07:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,206
Posted By Catch and Release
I'm currently at the San Antonio KOA and their...

I'm currently at the San Antonio KOA and their wifi system shows a strong signal but is terribly slow. I installed the AWUSO36H Long Range Adapter by ALPHA Network. No more problems. I have it...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-21-2011, 07:03 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,726
Posted By Catch and Release
I have a 2007 Fleetwood Excursion and it did not...

I have a 2007 Fleetwood Excursion and it did not come with a surge protection device nor was it an option. If your coach has one installed it most likely will be in the electrical compartment where...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-16-2011, 01:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,272
Posted By Catch and Release
In 2006 we drove a 32' from Iowa to Homer. We...

In 2006 we drove a 32' from Iowa to Homer. We camped in Valdex, Tok, Homer, Glennallen, and parked in downtown Anchorage with no problems. Heading back in June in a 40' RV.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 04-14-2011, 02:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,422
Posted By Catch and Release
Spot connect with smart phone

I'm traveling to Alaska for 4 months this summer. Has anyone had any experiences with "SPOT Connect"? In conjunction with a smart phone it provides communication coverage using gps and global...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 02-17-2011, 12:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,129
Posted By Catch and Release
Try this site

U.S. Military Recreation Facilities (https://www.militarycampgrounds.us/state-listing)
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 02-03-2011, 09:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 880
Posted By Catch and Release
Texas Marines CMOH

If you are ever in The Woodlands Texas, be sure to see the monument honoring the Marines from Texas that were awarded the Medal of Honor.

Texas Marine Medal of Honor...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-02-2011, 07:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,358
Posted By Catch and Release
Most RV camps have wifi available. Cell phone...

Most RV camps have wifi available. Cell phone coverage is spotty and the roaming charges are high.

We were there in 06 and had no problem getting connected via wifi's.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-01-2011, 06:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,967
Posted By Catch and Release
How does that work with snail mail?

How does that work with snail mail?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-01-2011, 04:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,967
Posted By Catch and Release
MyRVmail.com

Any comments on the MyRVmail.com "Gold" plan where they scan your mail and allow you to read it online while on the road. Going to Alaska for 4 months with no scheduled stops. Following the fish.
...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-29-2011, 07:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,212
Posted By Catch and Release
Solution

I've decided to put a hitch mounted carrier on the back of the Jeep GC and mount a 7 cu ft chest type freezer. I can get a good carrier for under $100 and the tongue weight capacity of the Jeep is...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-25-2011, 08:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,212
Posted By Catch and Release
Looking for a compact freezer

I'm trying to find a freezer that will fit in the back of my Jeep GC for our next summers fishing trip. It seems that there is nothing in the 4-5 cu ft size that will fit. I'm looking for a 110V...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-21-2011, 07:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,990
Posted By Catch and Release
According to Mike Cody at Camp Freightliner, the...

According to Mike Cody at Camp Freightliner, the first editions of those exhaust tips had a faulty coating that caused the discoloration. Call Freightliner support and talk to them as sometimes they...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-16-2011, 09:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,365
Posted By Catch and Release
Had a similar problem

Had a similar problem that was solved by disconnecting both the house and chassis batteries for a couple of minutes and then reconnecting on my 2007 Fleetwood Excursion.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-10-2011, 07:22 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,636
Posted By Catch and Release
Something else

What no one has even considered in this thread is when you do have a flat on the rear set, you have just overstressed the other tire and that needs to be replaced as well.

I would much rather...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-09-2011, 09:08 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,636
Posted By Catch and Release
I check my tires every day when I'm on the road...

I check my tires every day when I'm on the road but once you're driving down the road, all the inspections in the world won't replace a real time monitoring system.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-09-2011, 07:52 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,636
Posted By Catch and Release
Ounce of prevention

In this entire discussion no one has mentioned preventative measures such as having a tire pressure monitoring system installed. Best insurance in preventing a flat tire from other than having a...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-03-2011, 07:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,005
Posted By Catch and Release
Mike is a good instructor and the service...

Mike is a good instructor and the service facility does a good job on your coach.

If you have pets, be very careful. We were at CF in September and had service done while in class. When they...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 01-03-2011, 07:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,274
Posted By Catch and Release
Fun to fly

I flew the T-28 as an instructor with the Navy for 3 years in Pensacola. Great aircraft!
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-23-2010, 07:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,790
Posted By Catch and Release
total agreement

Stayed there several times. One of the best in the country.
Forum: Just Conversation 12-07-2010, 06:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 949
Posted By Catch and Release
Identity Stronghold - Seller / Manufacturer of...

Identity Stronghold - Seller / Manufacturer of RFID Blocking Wallets, Sleeves and Badge Holders (https://www.idstronghold.com)
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 12-02-2010, 06:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,104
Posted By Catch and Release
The ABS module on my 2007 Freightliner chassis...

The ABS module on my 2007 Freightliner chassis was the culprit that caused the ABS light to come on during hot weather. It took me 3 years to convince Freightliner that it was the culprit. As soon...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-23-2010, 06:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,590
Posted By Catch and Release
I have a 2007 Excursion 39S and we love it after...

I have a 2007 Excursion 39S and we love it after 25,000 miles. Very happy with the storage. I'm surprised you have a spare tire. IMHO it is a waste of space as I would not be able to change a tire...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-25-2010, 07:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,604
Posted By Catch and Release
Are they the UL 16HC 6volt batteries? They have...

Are they the UL 16HC 6volt batteries? They have a much higher output rating.
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-11-2010, 09:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,826
Posted By Catch and Release
Camp Freightliner

I attended Camp Freightliner on Sept 13 and 14. In defense of Mike Cody, the Camp Freightliner materials clearly showed the schedule plus the fact that you got a "free lunch" on both days should...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 10-05-2010, 06:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,284
Posted By Catch and Release
Attended Camp Freightliner a couple of weeks ago...

Attended Camp Freightliner a couple of weeks ago and Mike Cody said Fleetwood is back using the Freightliner chassis's again for their RV's (excluding American Coach).
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 10-05-2010, 06:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 984
Posted By Catch and Release
We have learned during the last 4 years that KOA...

We have learned during the last 4 years that KOA is an old indian word for "NEXT TO RAILROAD TRACKS".:blush:
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-24-2010, 04:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,696
Posted By Catch and Release
Just think what a smooth ride you could have had...

Just think what a smooth ride you could have had all these years if you had taken the extra steps of weighing your coach, and setting the tire pressures to the manufacturer's specifications.:cool:
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