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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-11-2018, 03:31 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 15,027
Posted By soonerdave
If you like boiled eggs get an InstaPot, after...

If you like boiled eggs get an InstaPot, after cooking under pressure the shells almost fall off. InstaPot has an egg holder that fits in the pot, holds 14 eggs. Add about 1 1/2 cups of water, cook...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-03-2018, 03:43 AM
Replies: 863
Views: 151,190
Posted By soonerdave
That is an amazing story, Thank You for...

That is an amazing story, Thank You for sharing!!! :thumb:

As a Marine Air Winger I was assigned to an F-4 squadron in the early 70’s and was stationed in Iwakuni Japan VMFA-232, the Red Devils. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-15-2018, 03:56 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 22,697
Posted By soonerdave
I’ve pulled a lot of trailers over the years,...

I’ve pulled a lot of trailers over the years, both big and small, short trips and cross country. Personally I am not a fan of metal on metal so I always use a light coat of wheel bearing grease,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-19-2018, 03:26 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,145
Posted By soonerdave
This is what I carry, a folding mechanics mat...

This is what I carry, a folding mechanics mat that I got from Harbor Freight. Folds up nice, lightweight, comfortable, and doesn’t take up much room. I actually have two mats, one i leave in the...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 01-14-2018, 04:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 793
Posted By soonerdave
Distance grids are notoriously inaccurate and...

Distance grids are notoriously inaccurate and most aren’t adjustable. Slight differences in mounting angles of the camera can and do have a big effect on where the distance grid lines show up. Best...
Forum: Just Conversation 12-24-2017, 05:22 AM
Replies: 1,288
Views: 237,232
Posted By soonerdave
Just moved to Hamilton, Indiana from Dallas,...

Just moved to Hamilton, Indiana from Dallas, Texas. It’s coooold here!!! I grew up in the south, not used to cold weather and have never seen a frozen lake, guess I’m going to see one now! Tried...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-01-2017, 07:36 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,371
Posted By soonerdave
I’ve been an FMCA member a very long time, didn’t...

I’ve been an FMCA member a very long time, didn’t vote, didn’t care. RVing is the same to me no matter what you sleep in. FMCA was dying due to declining membership, opening up to other RV types...
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 11-26-2017, 08:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,391
Posted By soonerdave
Wash your wheels throughly and allow to dry. Use...

Wash your wheels throughly and allow to dry. Use 0000 steel wool and rub lightly, all the spots will come off. Go to Amazon and buy a jar of Wheel Wax, apply per the directions, stand back and...
Forum: Just Conversation 11-25-2017, 07:24 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,560
Posted By soonerdave
About a year ago I was just south of Dallas, got...

About a year ago I was just south of Dallas, got passed by a 45’ coach pulling a Mercedes on a trailer. I was in my YUKON and sped up just to see how fast the MH was going, 85 mph!!! This, IMHO, is...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 11-24-2017, 08:01 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,167
Posted By soonerdave
If you want support for the use of a dash cam go...

If you want support for the use of a dash cam go to YouTube and watch a few videos. In Europe, especially Russia, dash cams are a necessity due to intentional wrecks and pedestrian accidents done by...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 11-23-2017, 07:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,167
Posted By soonerdave
Correction: Car Cam Central, NOT Dash Cam...

Correction: Car Cam Central, NOT Dash Cam Central. Sorry for the error!
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 11-23-2017, 07:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,167
Posted By soonerdave
Go to YouTube and look for Dash Cam Central,...

Go to YouTube and look for Dash Cam Central, great reviews of most major dash cams along with actual video to show clarity.

Based on the reviews and how I planned to use the camera I purchased a...
Forum: Just Conversation 11-23-2017, 05:39 AM
Replies: 1,288
Views: 237,232
Posted By soonerdave
A VERY Happy and Safe Thanksgiving to everyone! ...

A VERY Happy and Safe Thanksgiving to everyone! We have much to be thankful for!!! God Bless our troops and veterans, please watch over them wherever they may be!!!
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 11-21-2017, 12:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,128
Posted By soonerdave
Good one!!! :thumb:

Good one!!! :thumb:
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-20-2017, 03:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,056
Posted By soonerdave
You need to disconnect all you 12v systems by...

You need to disconnect all you 12v systems by removing the negative cable, otherwise you risk damage to many sensitive systems. Also need to turn all 120v breakers off.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-18-2017, 02:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,261
Posted By soonerdave
This is our second Thor, both have had Very minor...

This is our second Thor, both have had Very minor problems, would buy another one. PDI is essential, as is a good dealer that stands behind their products.

I would first look at a floor plan...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-18-2017, 10:23 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 15,159
Posted By soonerdave
Blue Ox sells a set of locking pins for their...

Blue Ox sells a set of locking pins for their hitches, had a set and they were well made.

Where the tow bar connects to the MH hitch I always use an anti-rattle device to reduce wear and noise. ...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-18-2017, 06:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,993
Posted By soonerdave
Lived full time in an RV park for a few years, at...

Lived full time in an RV park for a few years, at the exit was a big bold sign reminding people to make sure antenna was down, steps retracted, etc. About 200 yards down the exit road was a Huge Oak...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 11-17-2017, 05:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,966
Posted By soonerdave
1. Coffee maker 2. Crockpot 3. Sharp...

1. Coffee maker

2. Crockpot

3. Sharp knife
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-17-2017, 03:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,091
Posted By soonerdave
Go to the website for DynaMat. I lined the...

Go to the website for DynaMat. I lined the doghouse on my Ford class A and it made a huge difference. I used two layers, DynaMat, and DynaLiner per instructions on the website. Purchase both...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 11-15-2017, 05:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,587
Posted By soonerdave
An oldy but a goodie!!! Always good to start the...

An oldy but a goodie!!! Always good to start the day with a laugh!

Thank you!!!
Forum: Full-Timers 11-15-2017, 04:58 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 17,842
Posted By soonerdave
I disagree. Sometimes life makes the poor...

I disagree. Sometimes life makes the poor choices for you! One of my best friends worked hard, saved steadily, was a good person. Fire destroyed his home, wife contracted cancer, even with good...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-15-2017, 04:38 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 15,159
Posted By soonerdave
I was at a nice campground in South Carolina...

I was at a nice campground in South Carolina sitting outside when a coach with toad pulled in next to me, being friendly I walked over and asked if they needed help hooking up and they politely...
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 11-14-2017, 05:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,948
Posted By soonerdave
Congratulations, very beautiful trailer!!!

Congratulations, very beautiful trailer!!!
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 11-14-2017, 05:23 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,811
Posted By soonerdave
This is our second Thor, very minor problems with...

This is our second Thor, very minor problems with the first, very minor problem with this one. We love our Windsport, have been living in our coach full time for last 8 weeks waiting to close on our...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 11-13-2017, 07:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,727
Posted By soonerdave
Excellent, thank you for sharing!!!

Excellent, thank you for sharing!!!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-12-2017, 07:09 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,939
Posted By soonerdave
Amen

Amen
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-11-2017, 03:54 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,324
Posted By soonerdave
I watched an investigative report on the local...

I watched an investigative report on the local news several years ago about beggars on street corners, it pointed to several who are professionals. One man that was followed used make-up and poor...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 11-09-2017, 09:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 910
Posted By soonerdave
Lac, thank you from the bottom of my heart for...

Lac, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your wonderful post!

I have enjoyed many good campfires with my neighbors from the north and sincerely hope to have many more.

I hope we can...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-07-2017, 01:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,382
Posted By soonerdave
Amazon has a couple of different RV outside...

Amazon has a couple of different RV outside motion detector for sale that mount and use existing wiring. Plan on changing mine soon.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-05-2017, 05:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,503
Posted By soonerdave
No. Size is dictated by length, 45’ max for a...

No. Size is dictated by length, 45’ max for a single vehicle in US. On a 45’ coach with multiple slides I’m sure you are over 400 sq ft.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-05-2017, 05:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,503
Posted By soonerdave
Not probably, I would say definitely not! Would...

Not probably, I would say definitely not! Would be a cool idea though!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-05-2017, 05:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,099
Posted By soonerdave
Used to go there frequently in the winter from...

Used to go there frequently in the winter from Florence, gets cold enough to freeze outside water lines on occasion. I would winterize!
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 11-02-2017, 04:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,315
Posted By soonerdave
You will probably have to go thru a dealer and...

You will probably have to go thru a dealer and have them order from Thor since they don’t sell directly to the public.
Forum: Just Conversation 10-31-2017, 04:18 PM
Replies: 863
Views: 151,190
Posted By soonerdave
One of my all time favorite motorcycles, have had...

One of my all time favorite motorcycles, have had two, a 750 and an 850. Can’t imagine how much fun it must have been to get paid to ride these fantastic bikes!!! :thumb:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-31-2017, 06:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,210
Posted By soonerdave
I have always hated carrying and using pads and...

I have always hated carrying and using pads and leveling blocks. Having to get out in the rain and place or remove pads and blocks gets miserable and I have been doing this a long time. Having to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-30-2017, 11:58 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,004
Posted By soonerdave
Communication is always the key, effective...

Communication is always the key, effective communication! Your husband may get testy but he can’t see what you can see, it’s not a contest! Phone or walkie-talkie, makes no difference what you use....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-30-2017, 08:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,471
Posted By soonerdave
Even though I’m an engineer I thought that was a...

Even though I’m an engineer I thought that was a good article, thank you for sharing!
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-29-2017, 02:57 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,631
Posted By soonerdave
The parking brake is on the driveshaft. You must...

The parking brake is on the driveshaft. You must not have had the brake on hard to drive off without noticing. Probably didn’t hurt anything but I would have it checked at a Ford dealer just to be...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-29-2017, 09:08 AM
Replies: 12
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Views: 1,114
Posted By soonerdave
This is what I use for moving my boat and cargo...

This is what I use for moving my boat and cargo trailer around, great product!

https://parkit360.ca
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 10-29-2017, 09:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,294
Posted By soonerdave
I agree! I can move around on the site to find...

I agree! I can move around on the site to find the most level spor and then put the jacks down. Great product and easy to install and use!!!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-28-2017, 02:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,887
Posted By soonerdave
Used my Red Devil central vac 3-4 times after I...

Used my Red Devil central vac 3-4 times after I got my new coach several years ago. After using my vac the last time I went to get something out of the storage bay, HUGE mess in there. There was no...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 10-28-2017, 02:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,328
Posted By soonerdave
Good one!!!:thumb::):):)

Good one!!!:thumb::):):)
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-28-2017, 08:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,361
Posted By soonerdave
Best thing is lava rock since it allows water to...

Best thing is lava rock since it allows water to drain away from the tires. Easy to get at most home improvement stores, one bag under each wheel is plenty.
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 10-28-2017, 08:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 18,923
Posted By soonerdave
I’ve attended two different seminars on jacks and...

I’ve attended two different seminars on jacks and at both they recommended jacks down for winter storage and spray liberally with silicone to protect since it doesn’t attract dust or dirt. It’s up...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 10-25-2017, 10:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,491
Posted By soonerdave
Try eTrailers, they may be able to help. Sorry I...

Try eTrailers, they may be able to help. Sorry I don’t have their number but they advertise on this forum.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-25-2017, 10:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 740
Posted By soonerdave
Probably not since even if you use wireless...

Probably not since even if you use wireless cameras you still need power for the cameras to operate.
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 10-25-2017, 10:27 AM
Replies: 1,298
Views: 405,332
Posted By soonerdave
Got the monitor from this place....

Got the monitor from this place. https://www.rearviewsafety.com/

I bought the 9” quad view monitor the ordered a Ram Suction Mount, stick on disc and arm from Amazon. The 5 pin camera feeds plug...
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 10-25-2017, 03:18 AM
Replies: 1,298
Views: 405,332
Posted By soonerdave
Don’t have a video but I added a 9” quad view...

Don’t have a video but I added a 9” quad view monitor from Rear View Safety. The monitor allows all three cameras to be viewed at the same time and uses the same 5 pin connectors as the stock...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-22-2017, 05:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,961
Posted By soonerdave
This won’t stop a determined thief but it will...

This won’t stop a determined thief but it will slow them down. This lock will work on most couplers, available from Amazon and etrailer, search for trailer hitch locks.

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