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Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-23-2023, 04:23 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 10,232
Posted By Reevesfamily
I have found in all my nearly 60 years of...

I have found in all my nearly 60 years of dragging my campers around the country and reading the stories and posts on forums that many people posting in them fall into three categories: 1) they like...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-19-2023, 03:00 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,020
Posted By Reevesfamily
If you have an auto level system seems kind of...

If you have an auto level system seems kind of silly not to figure it out and use it. I’ve got the ground control system on our big Flagstaff and it works flawlessly. One touch and it’s level! One...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-19-2023, 02:53 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 8,695
Posted By Reevesfamily
We run a small space heater in our camper all...

We run a small space heater in our camper all winter even though I blow all the lines, just to keep it from freezing, it sits on our driveway. You will be just fine with an extension cord from your...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 07-29-2023, 07:43 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,544
Posted By Reevesfamily
Interesting thread - I guess! A big southern...

Interesting thread - I guess! A big southern "bless your heart" to all those who bag their fecal matter infested TOILET PAPER! But to each their own and in their own way. I installed a Bidet on ours...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-25-2023, 04:43 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,501
Posted By Reevesfamily
Fabulous job, looks awesome.

Fabulous job, looks awesome.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 06-25-2023, 03:30 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,800
Posted By Reevesfamily
Haha! I remember hearing once that you swear by...

Haha! I remember hearing once that you swear by your Ford trucks, but swear at your Chevies or Dodges.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-25-2023, 03:17 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,968
Posted By Reevesfamily
A DEF head when removed causes no failure.

A DEF head when removed causes no failure.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-25-2023, 03:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,016
Posted By Reevesfamily
No concern here at all.

No concern here at all.
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 06-25-2023, 03:11 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,544
Posted By Reevesfamily
[QUOTE=TheCatsRV;6531101]Just wondering what...

[QUOTE=TheCatsRV;6531101]Just wondering what brands of toilet paper available in Canada are RV septic safe?


Off on a trip starting later today and found there's only a few sheets of RV TP left...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 02-19-2023, 04:29 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,653
Posted By Reevesfamily
Unfortunately you are definitely between a tock...

Unfortunately you are definitely between a tock and a hard place. What you want to do has little chance of success. You can’t have your cake and eat it too. Either get a capable tow vehicle, be...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-12-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 16,772
Posted By Reevesfamily
Well, challenging an HOA rule will not make you a...

Well, challenging an HOA rule will not make you a friend of the HOA and will complicate any change you want to make in the future. I recommend you join the board if you are able and work within the...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-21-2021, 02:52 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 16,506
Posted By Reevesfamily
You’ll be happy with the diesel regardless....

You’ll be happy with the diesel regardless. Sitting a bit isn’t an issue, and won’t contribute to issues. However all that said the 7.3l Ford gas engine is a beast that will pull whatever you have. I...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-10-2021, 04:50 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 13,761
Posted By Reevesfamily
Yes things are different. Yes the mask issue is...

Yes things are different. Yes the mask issue is crazy and nonsense. Yes prices are higher. Yes restaurant experiences are different. But we love our RV experiences and we’ve found that when we adapt...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-26-2021, 05:22 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,970
Posted By Reevesfamily
I know you will get tons of feedback here, but...

I know you will get tons of feedback here, but we’ve been doing this for a very long time and I’ve had vehicles on both ends of the question. For my money, it is (and would be) a 2500 series Diesel...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-26-2021, 05:16 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 12,431
Posted By Reevesfamily
We love the freedom of our TT. It’s a Flagstaff...

We love the freedom of our TT. It’s a Flagstaff 35’ and it’s our 4th TT. This is likely our last one but we have enjoyed the ride. We are 68 and 74 and we have no plans to curtail our travels. Nearly...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-16-2021, 04:05 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 9,631
Posted By Reevesfamily
For a virtual newbie to Class A land you may have...

For a virtual newbie to Class A land you may have bitten off more than you are able to chew. RV’s require a lot of upkeep and repair and a used used one even more so. If you are not handy,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-06-2021, 07:27 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 19,936
Posted By Reevesfamily
Yep. Negotiation is an art. BOTH sides have to...

Yep. Negotiation is an art. BOTH sides have to feel they’ve achieved something of value. Negotiation is not a one-sided sport. An I win, you lose approach won’t get you far. You can’t learn this...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-12-2021, 05:23 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,261
Posted By Reevesfamily
Have used Lucas Fuel Additive in all my diesels,...

Have used Lucas Fuel Additive in all my diesels, no issues whatsoever. In fact both the 6.7l and 7.3l Ford’s I’ve had have run better and smoother than those in my friend circle who are not using an...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-09-2021, 05:50 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,261
Posted By Reevesfamily
John, you should spend some time in your truck...

John, you should spend some time in your truck before just going out and buying what others suggest. Every owner is unique and has different wants and needs. If you just get something because someone...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-11-2021, 04:07 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 12,421
Posted By Reevesfamily
If you want to come out at all, your wife is...

If you want to come out at all, your wife is right. Don’t try to gain consensus on such a question on a forum like this! You argue this at your own peril.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-11-2021, 04:04 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,453
Posted By Reevesfamily
My wife refuses to drive our f250 and 37’ camper....

My wife refuses to drive our f250 and 37’ camper. But if she did drive it, and the question came up publicly, she is the better driver. 47 years of married life, I’ve learned a thing or two.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-11-2021, 03:59 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 10,826
Posted By Reevesfamily
She is right. You are a silly man if you do not...

She is right. You are a silly man if you do not agree. I am a veteran husband of 47 years, and we’ve been camping out whole married life. Happily!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-08-2021, 04:30 PM
Replies: 421
Views: 45,163
Posted By Reevesfamily
You do you! I keep it between 60-62 and let the...

You do you! I keep it between 60-62 and let the rest of the folks do what they do. Now when we’re on a normal trip with no camper behind, and with a schedule I run the speed limit.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-04-2021, 04:25 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 14,190
Posted By Reevesfamily
Everything I’ve ever had or read states jacks...

Everything I’ve ever had or read states jacks down before slides out. Always did that never had any issues.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-21-2021, 08:30 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 13,487
Posted By Reevesfamily
Never leave home without it. But please...

Never leave home without it. But please understand that AVOIDANCE is the best protection. If you do carry, do so responsibly and legally, and practice practice practice so that when called on to use...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-21-2021, 05:08 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 19,936
Posted By Reevesfamily
Landed cost is the cost of the camper sitting on...

Landed cost is the cost of the camper sitting on the lot on the day it landed. Including the dealers calculated overhead, cost of the unit from the manufacturer, and cost of delivery to the dealer....
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 02-19-2021, 04:55 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,417
Posted By Reevesfamily
After nearly 50 accident and incident-free years...

After nearly 50 accident and incident-free years of towing my family’s variety of campers around the country with everything from station wagon to 1 ton truck, this is what I have experienced. You...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-03-2021, 05:44 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 25,955
Posted By Reevesfamily
We have had good experiences with CW in...

We have had good experiences with CW in Spartanburg, SC and Concord, NC. Both times purchased new units. Also had warranty work in both instances. Bad reviews are typically the result of stupidity...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-27-2020, 03:58 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 17,815
Posted By Reevesfamily
We use a Bella single serve, uses K-cups, takes...

We use a Bella single serve, uses K-cups, takes up very little space and we only paid $22 for it ($79 normally at Belk). Makes great coffee on-demand in three different sizes if desired and its...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 12-27-2020, 04:39 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,579
Posted By Reevesfamily
You are convincing yourself of your own opinion...

You are convincing yourself of your own opinion so why ask the questions to simply refute another opinion with your own limited logic? This is akin to “believing your own press”. Listen to the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-29-2020, 04:04 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 21,467
Posted By Reevesfamily
Agree Pigman1! This forum is full of self...

Agree Pigman1! This forum is full of self absorbed “the sky may fall” enforcement types: we have the jack police, the weight police, the tire police, the length police, the impure air police, the...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-26-2020, 08:57 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,579
Posted By Reevesfamily
Agree wholeheartedly with Elev8torguy, good...

Agree wholeheartedly with Elev8torguy, good products coming from the big 3 these days. Just very loyal to Ford for a long time. But one of my sons is a Chevy guy and I love his truck too. Hard to...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-26-2020, 08:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 593
Posted By Reevesfamily
Our Flagstaff has it attached to the frame rails....

Our Flagstaff has it attached to the frame rails. No weight worries, but we just carry two mtn bikes.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-26-2020, 08:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,111
Posted By Reevesfamily
Don't know but I like my Husky Centerline with...

Don't know but I like my Husky Centerline with the 1200lb bars. My loaded tongue weight is 1150.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-26-2020, 08:44 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,631
Posted By Reevesfamily
Gas vs diesel is one of the most active...

Gas vs diesel is one of the most active discussions at times on this forum. Opinions aside, you really don't have enough weight or use to warrant a diesel tow vehicle. But you will want a 3/4 ton...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-21-2020, 07:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,162
Posted By Reevesfamily
2011 Gen 1 Ford 6.7l. 110k, Stock turbo,...

2011 Gen 1 Ford 6.7l. 110k, Stock turbo, injectors. No DEF, No Regen, No codes, No problems. 19 mpg city, 25 mpg Hwy, 14 mpg towing 'da love shack.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-21-2020, 07:23 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 9,119
Posted By Reevesfamily
I say 2.5. You'll wish you had a heavier truck or...

I say 2.5. You'll wish you had a heavier truck or a smaller trailer soon. Just an opinion.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-21-2020, 07:13 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 19,175
Posted By Reevesfamily
We have what you see in our signatue. It weighs...

We have what you see in our signatue. It weighs right at 9800lbs loaded and the hitch weight is 1175lbs. We do generally carry about 200lbs of coolers/ice/wood on a rear rack on the TT. Rack is...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-21-2020, 06:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,141
Posted By Reevesfamily
Very happy with our TT towing experiences,...

Very happy with our TT towing experiences, previously with our F150 pulling our 30' 6000lb camper, and now with our F250 pulling the larger 37' 10,000lb unit. The TT has all the room we need and no...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-09-2020, 04:58 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 15,253
Posted By Reevesfamily
[QUOTE=salbers12;5512625]I don't have ANY towing...

[QUOTE=salbers12;5512625]I don't have ANY towing experience (yet). But my research uncovered a number of insights you might find helpful.

I am sorry but the above statement invalidates anything...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-08-2020, 04:42 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 15,253
Posted By Reevesfamily
Cumminsfan nailed it in a concise manner. Pages...

Cumminsfan nailed it in a concise manner. Pages and pages of numbers don’t compare to experience. I pulled a 5900lb “dry weight” camper with a 2010 F150 King Ranch with great hitch. The 150 was too...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-07-2020, 06:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,003
Posted By Reevesfamily
Love our Flagstaff, made on same line as...

Love our Flagstaff, made on same line as Rockwood. Higher quality than most, no complaints.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-01-2020, 06:05 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 32,958
Posted By Reevesfamily
You will want, and will appreciate, a diesel...

You will want, and will appreciate, a diesel 1-ton (350 or 3500) for what you will be towing. You can go gas and smaller but you will not be happy with it. Sure it’s more $$ up front and the diesel...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-28-2020, 06:53 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 17,654
Posted By Reevesfamily
Pray for rain. Rain at the end of the month on a...

Pray for rain. Rain at the end of the month on a cold fall weekend day is the sort of day for negotiating your best deal. Start early in the day, hold firm, walk away, keep your phone handy around...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-27-2020, 05:27 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 7,462
Posted By Reevesfamily
Lots of advice here and all is useful for you....

Lots of advice here and all is useful for you. Without getting into the weeds, others have and it's useful, you will want a diesel 350/3500 and you will want a DRW. No question based on my...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-23-2020, 09:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,761
Posted By Reevesfamily
Nope. I pulled a lighter weight unit and hated it...

Nope. I pulled a lighter weight unit and hated it every mile. Tow vehicle 2010 F150 King Ranch with 5.4l and the 6 speed transmission and 3.55 axle with all the tow requirements and also added Sumo...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-18-2020, 04:05 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 11,480
Posted By Reevesfamily
Unless I missed it, the OP asked for input, not...

Unless I missed it, the OP asked for input, not I. I provided my opinion for the OP to consider in the process as they are admittedly new to the game. This forum isn’t a debate platform.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-17-2020, 07:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,335
Posted By Reevesfamily
SmokeyWren nailed it. Can't add anything of value...

SmokeyWren nailed it. Can't add anything of value beyond that.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-17-2020, 07:51 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 11,480
Posted By Reevesfamily
Your concern is justified. A Honda Pilot is not a...

Your concern is justified. A Honda Pilot is not a tow vehicle. Does the vehicle have a frame? If not you may find that after dragging a trailer a few feet you cannot open your doors! A WDH has no...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-17-2020, 07:44 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,989
Posted By Reevesfamily
Used to, but then reality set in and I came to,...

Used to, but then reality set in and I came to, and I got a vehicle that is designed for towing versus grocery retrieval and soccer taxi service. The SUV suspensions aren't generally built...
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