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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-21-2018, 01:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,477
Posted By S Bradley
TOAD is nice but why haul it to Alaska, just rent...

TOAD is nice but why haul it to Alaska, just rent when you need a second vehicle. We live here in Alaska if you have a Class A you will need a second vehicle, if you're in a 25'-30' you can access...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 02-05-2018, 06:50 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,418
Posted By S Bradley
The rest of the story, B6-B20 is only to be used...

The rest of the story, B6-B20 is only to be used on a restricted basis you must monitor the oil level and be sure to change at recommend intervals.
WI and WN any of the central state are primary...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-25-2018, 04:48 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,456
Posted By S Bradley
I drive home every spring; both routes are good,...

I drive home every spring; both routes are good, but they are always under construction due to the frost heaves. Use the ALCAN going one way and the Cassiar the other. The horror stories about damage...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-01-2017, 08:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,568
Posted By S Bradley
Alaska

We have frost heaves and a season we call construction every year, I have never damaged my car or RV other than a windshield every couple of yrs. and we drive to and from Alaska at least once a year,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-29-2017, 11:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,366
Posted By S Bradley
If you get the Damp rid buckets don't throw them...

If you get the Damp rid buckets don't throw them out just empty and by more at Walmart, I have three because it is in storage about every three months I clean them out and change they seem to work...
Forum: Just Conversation 10-29-2017, 04:38 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,286
Posted By S Bradley
The three credit reporting companies are...

The three credit reporting companies are privately owned, they mine our data for personal gain. I never gave permission for them to collect, store or use my data.

Equifax should be held...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-23-2017, 06:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,230
Posted By S Bradley
Transit vs Sprinter

Maintenance cost has been higher but no where near double more like 15 to 20%.

Are you ever going to break even Deisel vs gas I doubt it.

There are more Ford dealers. Maintenance is always an...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-16-2017, 10:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,230
Posted By S Bradley
Before adding tank heaters consider finding all...

Before adding tank heaters consider finding all the outside lines they will freeze and cause damage long before the tanks give you any trouble. We live in Alaska I have heaters; I have never used...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-14-2017, 08:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,888
Posted By S Bradley
Electrical Management System (EMS)

Electrical Management System (EMS) Is far more than a surge protector, do you need one; that depends on your confidence in the power provided by the park and the motor homes around you? Is it all...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-14-2017, 03:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,230
Posted By S Bradley
Tank heater

What they are is an electric pad glued to the bottom of the tank, must be on shore per 120v or gen to use.
They will only help at reasonable temps for short period of time.
Will not help with any...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 10-01-2017, 11:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,072
Posted By S Bradley
No spare here is why.

Class C or B/B+

I have Borg metal valve stems, TMS, Tire Monitor System (Tire Minder). Monitors pressure and temperature on up to 18 wheels.

I also carry a tire plug kit, I have used it in the...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 09-27-2017, 11:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,057
Posted By S Bradley
Storage

We have had a Navion IQ and now Leisure Tvl Unity TB. We have more than enough storage for all our travels, we are usually on the road two months at a time. We only stop to wash clothes twice on the...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-23-2017, 11:04 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,964
Posted By S Bradley
little scared

We live in Alaska and travel the highway at least twice a year coming and going.
I have chipped a windshield once, if you use common sense and drive at a reasonable speed for the road conditions you...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 09-05-2017, 12:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,562
Posted By S Bradley
Disconnect batteries

Chassis battery- above gas pedal is a red button (disconnect plug) on the negative battery cable, that is the disconnect, no need to get under the floor panel. Let the coach sit for 10 minutes after...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 09-02-2017, 11:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,555
Posted By S Bradley
Leisure travel Unity TB

I am actively searching for a low mileage Leisure Travel Unity Twin Bed model Years 2015 through 2016.

If you know anyone in the Leisure Travel community that might be interested in selling plz...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 09-02-2017, 11:25 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,562
Posted By S Bradley
Using the disconnect switch, you can still have...

Using the disconnect switch, you can still have parasitic draw; propane alarm may still be active.

The batteries self-discharge depending on type of battery, example: (around 2–3% discharge per...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 09-02-2017, 09:24 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,562
Posted By S Bradley
Make sure the batteries are at full charge, water...

Make sure the batteries are at full charge, water level covers plates- remove negative cable. If you're going to leave it longer put a battery tender on. Three months should not be a problem.
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 08-29-2017, 11:33 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,504
Posted By S Bradley
Toad

You might miss the Toad once you reach Ak. if you like to travel the back roads otherwise you don't need it.

We travel to the states from Ak. and all around Ak. each year without and never miss a...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 08-28-2017, 11:41 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,504
Posted By S Bradley
Slabman, Nice write up, you hit many of the...

Slabman, Nice write up, you hit many of the typical tourist stops.

Next time up try to get a float trip, some fishing, Brooks camp bear watching, Chena hot springs, Laird hot spring (Canada),...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 08-28-2017, 10:10 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,504
Posted By S Bradley
Suggestion: Dawson Creek overnight. Instead of...

Suggestion: Dawson Creek overnight.
Instead of staying at Walmart you can stay behind the casino just down the street.

Dawson Creek visitor center is a great resource to provide information, the...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 08-28-2017, 09:56 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,504
Posted By S Bradley
How would you get it on or off the roof?

How would you get it on or off the roof?
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 08-27-2017, 11:37 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,504
Posted By S Bradley
I just want those making the trip to not miss all...

I just want those making the trip to not miss all the we have to offer. The Ferry is a great option to add to your trip. Expensive to bring RV up but as a sightseeing trip great.
Hyder is an annual...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 08-27-2017, 02:02 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,504
Posted By S Bradley
Just read the post RVBud, good ideas nice post....

Just read the post RVBud, good ideas nice post. But I have to disagree with flying up.
If you're coming up to Alaska it's hard to experience the wonders by flying at 30K feet.
Canada has so much...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 08-27-2017, 01:31 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,504
Posted By S Bradley
Mile post is not going to change much yr to yr...

Mile post is not going to change much yr to yr buy the one on sale save a few bucks. Don't rush through Canada there are many things to see and do this is not just a trip to Alaska but an adventure...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 08-27-2017, 12:26 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,504
Posted By S Bradley
If you take your time driving at reasonable speed...

If you take your time driving at reasonable speed you should not damage your RV/trailer. Frost heave begin in earnest at Destruction Bay, they show up in different areas each year and some years are ...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 08-27-2017, 12:18 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,504
Posted By S Bradley
Spare is a good idea, it is a long distance...

Spare is a good idea, it is a long distance between service. Mount on trailer hitch or front bumper.
Reservations not really necessary even in Dawson stay in provincial parks, there are two. One...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 05-17-2017, 11:44 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,504
Posted By S Bradley
Alaska 2017

Travel to Alaska this May was great couple of snow storms but all melted by morning. Road condition are very good, bad area on the way home Destruction Bay to Beaver Creek in pretty good shape....
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 04-08-2017, 08:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,457
Posted By S Bradley
Just came down from Anch thru Sweetgrass. Road is...

Just came down from Anch thru Sweetgrass. Road is dry all the way. Normal frost heaves only one really bad N bound about 30 miles S of Beaver Creek. Not much snow anywhere mostly in shaded areas...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-30-2017, 05:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,111
Posted By S Bradley
Go early in the spring temps are comfortable,...

Go early in the spring temps are comfortable, maybe a little chilly at night.
The crowds are smaller April and May. If you have a toad that is the way to travel around, most parking is limited and...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-30-2017, 10:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,111
Posted By S Bradley
I need to insure my computer doesn't take...

I need to insure my computer doesn't take control, it's auto correct is driving me nuts. It wouldn't hurt if I read what I post, before posting.

Zion National park - Angel Landing

including -...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-28-2017, 09:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,111
Posted By S Bradley
Absolute visits; Zion, Bryce must see Arches,...

Absolute visits; Zion, Bryce must see Arches, Canyon Lands.
Zion many hikes in the Central Valley, try get reservations in Whatchman campground, at least 4 days to do all the hikes.
Best hikes...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 03-28-2017, 04:40 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,504
Posted By S Bradley
Have you chosen a route South from Watson Lake?...

Have you chosen a route South from Watson Lake? We like the Cassiar best but this spring we will be heading down the Eastern route back down to Utah and the Southwest. If you do the Eastern route...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-27-2017, 10:23 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 13,578
Posted By S Bradley
Dogs/pets aren't a problem as long as you have...

Dogs/pets aren't a problem as long as you have responsible, considerate owners.
Take dog to the dog park, pickup after pet. Pets will do what they do it is up to us to not impose on others.
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 03-26-2017, 11:51 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,504
Posted By S Bradley
Just can home from Tok tonight. The roads are...

Just can home from Tok tonight. The roads are dry, frost heaves are about the same as always worst on the South side about 130 miles from Tok, just slow down pay attention when they say highway...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 03-24-2017, 09:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,525
Posted By S Bradley
I own the 24V. I liked the LTV but the floor...

I own the 24V.
I liked the LTV but the floor plan didn't work for us. LTV Quality build is excellent, all plywood, a little more insulation in the ceiling and the exterior walls. Both use a...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 03-24-2017, 08:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,562
Posted By S Bradley
Test the batteries with a Hydrometer, as long as...

Test the batteries with a Hydrometer, as long as they test good keep them.
Mine test good as long as you maintain them properly I expect at least 5 yrs. When I do change I will switch to Trojan 105...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-23-2017, 09:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,855
Posted By S Bradley
Personally I prefer LP, I don't think the weight...

Personally I prefer LP, I don't think the weight is worth it. Additionally fuel capacity of Sprinter is only 26 gal.. If I were going to spend the extra bucks I would install Solar to extend...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-23-2017, 09:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,384
Posted By S Bradley
Why not ask your maintenance shop for their...

Why not ask your maintenance shop for their recommendations?
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 03-15-2017, 11:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,451
Posted By S Bradley
Take a look at this design, at only 26 lb. I...

Take a look at this design, at only 26 lb.
I wasn't to sure about it's durability but it is very tough and taking a lot of abuse while launching.

https://www.orukayak.com/
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 03-14-2017, 08:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,542
Posted By S Bradley
I have never give it much thought at 300 miles I...

I have never give it much thought at 300 miles I start looking for diesel. I like fresh fuel so I tend to look for busy station. Nearly all the locals are ranchers or farmers driving diesels. I use...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-14-2017, 07:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,239
Posted By S Bradley
My brother is a full timer, we are nomads...

My brother is a full timer, we are nomads traveling spring and fall with brick & mortar for winter. My brother loves it he says his cost are reasonable 1400 per month. He was paying 1800 in just rent...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-14-2017, 12:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,239
Posted By S Bradley
Lynn, you must be fun at xmas dinner. You are...

Lynn, you must be fun at xmas dinner.
You are right about the life style it's not for everyone and should be something grow into. If I
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-11-2017, 04:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,374
Posted By S Bradley
I just took this off the Lubrizol site. "MB...

I just took this off the Lubrizol site.

"MB 229.52 specification is also fully backward compatible with MB 229.51 and MB 229.31 specifications for all Mercedes Diesel engines with DPF and some...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-10-2017, 04:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,374
Posted By S Bradley
Using 229.52 0w30 Anchorage freight liner only...

Using 229.52 0w30 Anchorage freight liner only using that spec now. I was wondering if in hot weather would they bump it up 5w40, freightliner said no they will stay with 0w30. I like the 0 in Ak...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-09-2017, 11:25 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,645
Posted By S Bradley
Your method is best just don't run it into the...

Your method is best just don't run it into the water heater.
My suggestion to add it to the external filter, he can only add water to the tank thru his city water line (no gravity feed) using the by...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 03-09-2017, 11:15 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 27,253
Posted By S Bradley
5 largest bio diesel producers headquartered: ...

5 largest bio diesel producers headquartered:
Also see highest bio diesel fuel subsidies, interesting correlation.

Ames, Iowa
Decatur, Ill.
Omaha, Neb.
Claypool, Ind.
Port Neches, Houston...
Forum: Vintage RV's 03-08-2017, 10:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,355
Posted By S Bradley
Hwy has improved a bit since then, but there is...

Hwy has improved a bit since then, but there is always seasonal maintenance for the frost heaves so there are still trucks running at speed throwing rocks everywhere, good by big picture window.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-07-2017, 10:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,645
Posted By S Bradley
If you use the in line filter just take one of...

If you use the in line filter just take one of the last used fill with bleach 1/2 cup 15 gallon to sanitize. Drain the fresh water tank. Flush the system several times, first into the black tank thru...
Forum: Vintage RV's 03-07-2017, 09:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,355
Posted By S Bradley
A 2500 is pretty light duty but if you're on a...

A 2500 is pretty light duty but if you're on a budget, find a small light weight 5th wheel. I seen several 25' that look very comfortable. Buying used/new you will likely need to do a little...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis Forum 03-06-2017, 02:10 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,607
Posted By S Bradley
10k was my compromise between Mercedes...

10k was my compromise between Mercedes recommendation and 5k others are speaking of.
I really can't look a Oil from a Diesel to make a dertermination between dirty or still serviceable, within 1500...
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