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Forum: Full-Timers 02-08-2024, 03:13 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,325
Posted By galnar
As a fellow parent of 5, family of 7 - don't do...

As a fellow parent of 5, family of 7 - don't do it. We are a very close family and homeschool our kids, so we are accustomed to spending a lot of time together. We have taken many, many extended RV...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 02-14-2023, 06:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,581
Posted By galnar
In my 36UA I stop as soon as I can see the pump...

In my 36UA I stop as soon as I can see the pump handle in my rear facing camera. Works every time!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-22-2023, 03:27 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,533
Posted By galnar
Just replying to say that Newell in the youtube...

Just replying to say that Newell in the youtube link is magnificent
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-08-2023, 12:25 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,322
Posted By galnar
Yep, that’s where I got the list of commercial...

Yep, that’s where I got the list of commercial dealers. They will work on commercial F53 vehicles, just not motorhomes. Unfortunately my Tiffin dealer is five states away.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-07-2023, 07:42 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,322
Posted By galnar
Ford Commercial support is worthless. No dealers...

Ford Commercial support is worthless. No dealers referred by Ford in all of downstate IL will work on a MH, even for an oil change. I will never buy another Ford product.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-03-2022, 10:33 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 11,610
Posted By galnar
There are 7 of us. We go through 250 gal a day...

There are 7 of us. We go through 250 gal a day easy including showers and laundry
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-11-2022, 04:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,066
Posted By galnar
Would love to know if any manufacturers have...

Would love to know if any manufacturers have weighed in on this topic
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-25-2022, 10:22 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,107
Posted By galnar
I got a similar document with the same recall...

I got a similar document with the same recall numbers for my 2000W inverter. Mine is dated March 17. In addition to checking the torque on the DCD panel, they are going to 'replace the existing buss...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-22-2022, 10:34 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 12,933
Posted By galnar
Wow that Prevost is gorgeous!

Wow that Prevost is gorgeous!
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-20-2022, 02:56 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 12,636
Posted By galnar
If you think I-74 is bad, just wait until you see...

If you think I-74 is bad, just wait until you see US 34 and 36.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-30-2021, 10:44 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,408
Posted By galnar
Ft Wilderness is challenging in general because...

Ft Wilderness is challenging in general because the roads in the loops are so narrow and there are people and vehicles everywhere. It’s even more difficult after dark.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-20-2021, 06:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,133
Posted By galnar
This is a nightmare. I would have cut bait 3 days...

This is a nightmare. I would have cut bait 3 days in. *Call me when it’s finished.*
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-05-2021, 02:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,675
Posted By galnar
Thanks to all for the advice. I check the water...

Thanks to all for the advice. I check the water levels monthly as well and it requires very little to top them off. Maybe 1c across all four batteries. Fiddling with the caps stinks so I am going to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-05-2021, 01:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,675
Posted By galnar
How do you stop corrosion in the battery bay?

I have significant and recurring corrosion on the housing in my battery bay. Every month or so I hit it with baking soda and a nylon brush and the next month it looks like the attached pic. Is there...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-16-2021, 09:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,639
Posted By galnar
I just confirmed that both sides of my 36 UA...

I just confirmed that both sides of my 36 UA sleeper sofa are anchored to the floor. It's actually the metal fold-out mechanism that appears to be attached, via three bolts that run underneath and...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-13-2021, 11:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,639
Posted By galnar
I am surprised yours isn’t bolted down. I am 99%...

I am surprised yours isn’t bolted down. I am 99% sure that my 2018 is.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-04-2021, 11:22 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 14,536
Posted By galnar
Figure out pivot point and tail swing. The rest...

Figure out pivot point and tail swing. The rest is easy and intuitive.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-01-2020, 10:05 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 11,353
Posted By galnar
In Illinois you can rent a big Uhaul for the road...

In Illinois you can rent a big Uhaul for the road test. I just took the written test and got the learner's permit when I picked up my Class A. It was 1200 miles home and I was pretty good behind the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-05-2020, 10:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 886
Posted By galnar
He’s a pretty cool guy. My company is a KnowBe4...

He’s a pretty cool guy. My company is a KnowBe4 customer and we have enjoyed his content. Pentesting from the road may prove to be very frustrating though!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-27-2020, 10:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,552
Posted By galnar
Just wanted to chime in and say ‘good for you!’...

Just wanted to chime in and say ‘good for you!’ We homeschool our five hoodlums and would love to take our show on the road. We have a gasser but plenty of beds for the whole crew.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 12-15-2019, 03:10 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 18,464
Posted By galnar
Atlanta,particularly because there's no good way...

Atlanta,particularly because there's no good way to get around it
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-20-2019, 09:25 PM
Replies: 377
Views: 63,147
Posted By galnar
I don't use them but kind of like the way they...

I don't use them but kind of like the way they look
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-08-2019, 08:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 869
Posted By galnar
Following along, interested in hearing some...

Following along, interested in hearing some opinions
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-02-2019, 06:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 660
Posted By galnar
Infant seats always face the rear of the vehicle,...

Infant seats always face the rear of the vehicle, they are oriented as such by default, hence the requirement to mount them in forward facing seats
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-02-2019, 11:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 660
Posted By galnar
IMO the only safe place is in the forward facing...

IMO the only safe place is in the forward facing dinette seats. You cannot use the side facing sofas and the rear facing dinette seats aren’t supposed to be used at all in motion. Good luck, this...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-18-2019, 10:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 891
Posted By galnar
I have this problem, too. Only on the passenger...

I have this problem, too. Only on the passenger side. Don’t know the brand. Tiffin support told me it can’t be repaired and wanted to sell me a replacement for $300. I was 4 weeks out of...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-18-2019, 08:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,057
Posted By galnar
Thanks, that was one of the options I was...

Thanks, that was one of the options I was considering. The other one that looks promising is Cermak, Clark, Roosevelt, Columbus. The Adler lot hosts RVs during Bears games (for $125!!!) so it should...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-18-2019, 07:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,057
Posted By galnar
Looking at parking in the Adler overflow lot....

Looking at parking in the Adler overflow lot. Don't people park here to tailgate? Don't buses navigate these streets? Other than some barely 13' EL overpasses it looks doable?
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-18-2019, 03:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,057
Posted By galnar
The KOA in Union but I had planned on taking 355...

The KOA in Union but I had planned on taking 355 south through the burbs and coming into the city on 55 prior to the LSD 'no trucks' revelation.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-18-2019, 12:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,057
Posted By galnar
Chicago Museum Campus / Avoiding Lake Shore Drive

We are planning a day trip through Chicago to visit Adler Planetarium or Shedd Aquarium. I have parking figured out, but I can't figure out how to actually GET to the attractions since RVs aren't...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-14-2019, 06:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,576
Posted By galnar
Shut up and take my money

Shut up and take my money
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 08-12-2019, 09:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,153
Posted By galnar
Thanks for the link, this looks awesome!

Thanks for the link, this looks awesome!
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 08-11-2019, 09:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,106
Posted By galnar
Congratulations on the new coach. We love our 36UA

Congratulations on the new coach. We love our 36UA
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 08-11-2019, 05:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,153
Posted By galnar
Removing the spin cap to top off the battery

Removing the spin cap to top off the battery
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 08-11-2019, 05:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,153
Posted By galnar
How am I supposed to open this?

I have been unscrewing this fuse and disconnecting the battery cables but my wife is convinced I'm doing it wrong. Either way why would they install it so the spin cap doesn't function?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-03-2019, 07:26 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,280
Posted By galnar
I have five kids in my Tiffin Allegro 36UA :D

I have five kids in my Tiffin Allegro 36UA :D
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-11-2019, 08:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,231
Posted By galnar
Yeah mine are hinged horizontally too but...

Yeah mine are hinged horizontally too but apparently at some point in the retraction process the trim is lower than the top of the door!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-10-2019, 02:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,231
Posted By galnar
File this under 'should've known better'

I ran my full wall slide in last night with one of the basement doors open. I would like to say that I thought it would clear it but the reality is that I just forgot that I had left it open. So,...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-09-2019, 09:53 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 18,576
Posted By galnar
I have washed there in Bloomington. Two bays...

I have washed there in Bloomington. Two bays going so they move em through quick. They have always treated me right. Some day I will wash by hand but for now I will let BB do it for me.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 05-26-2019, 11:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 896
Posted By galnar
I figured it out. There is a circle of velcro on...

I figured it out. There is a circle of velcro on the four corners but there was a little dab of silicone or something in the middle of the panel on the front and rear. I slid a plastic wedge in...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 05-26-2019, 10:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 896
Posted By galnar
Radio problems - removing dash access panel?

My in dash radio quit working last week. I can't seem to find the fuse for this thing so I consulted the manual as a last resort. It refers to the fuse being behind the dash access panel. I am...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-19-2019, 10:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,359
Posted By galnar
We use the comfybumpy rails from Amazon with the...

We use the comfybumpy rails from Amazon with the little feet mounting option. The kids body weight will hold it down but it also comes with screws and straps if you need additional peace of mind.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 05-18-2019, 06:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,618
Posted By galnar
Slide out desk on passenger side dash

Is there any way to adjust the slide tension on these things? Mine comes out on its own while driving
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 05-12-2019, 08:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,851
Posted By galnar
Would you mind sharing your actual numbers...

Would you mind sharing your actual numbers including what you paid for it new? That doesn’t really seem like high mileage to me
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-10-2019, 10:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,522
Posted By galnar
Should I caulk this?

These are the windows on my slide out on the driver side. They are only caulked along the top and around the corner of the top sides. The screws on the lower bunk that hold the curtain up show some...
Forum: Full-Timers 05-09-2019, 07:03 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 14,448
Posted By galnar
Hang in there. Something is always broken but...

Hang in there. Something is always broken but usually it is something minor and youtube or the good people here will help you fix it.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-18-2019, 04:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,008
Posted By galnar
For anyone who finds this via Google,...

For anyone who finds this via Google, store.tiffinmotorhomes.com had this for about $13. Part number 2502.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-18-2019, 11:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,008
Posted By galnar
Yeah it may come to that. The ones at hardware...

Yeah it may come to that. The ones at hardware stores are AO Smith and they are the wrong size
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-17-2019, 04:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,008
Posted By galnar
Water filter housing

The attached picture shows the only casualty of this long, cold winter. Can anyone help me identify this water filter housing? I found several that look right online, but don't want to buy it unless...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-20-2019, 10:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,276
Posted By galnar
I also have an Allegro Open Road and have slept...

I also have an Allegro Open Road and have slept on the air mattress dozens of times. Maybe it’s because I am always exhausted from driving, but I sleep well on it.
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