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Posted By paz

Thank you so much. I checked it out and found...

Thank you so much. I checked it out and found that was what was happening to me, too. However, to complicate things, every time I restarted the Nighthawk, it showed the SIM was locked.

I finally...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-18-2023, 04:08 PM

Replies: 206

Views: 27,339

Posted By paz

Has anyone done a SIM card swap recently? The...

Has anyone done a SIM card swap recently? The PUKs I got a while ago do not work. When I go online to look at my account, it says my device is a Nighthawk M1. Somehow they know my SIM card is not in...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-09-2023, 06:38 AM

Replies: 206

Views: 27,339

Posted By paz

Thanks. That price for a new unit in your eBay...

Thanks. That price for a new unit in your eBay link is way better than on Amazon. It's actually less than the refurbished units.

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-09-2023, 06:31 AM

Replies: 206

Views: 27,339

Posted By paz

Thanks. The list on that link was very helpful.

Thanks. The list on that link was very helpful.

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-08-2023, 10:28 AM

Replies: 206

Views: 27,339

Posted By paz

Can you expand on that? I am thinking about...

Can you expand on that? I am thinking about buying a Nighthawk and I'm confused by the listings on Amazon and elsewhere.

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

05-11-2020, 04:45 AM

Replies: 18

Dish vs DirecTV

Views: 2,904

Posted By paz

Can you elaborate on why you like Dish better? ...

Can you elaborate on why you like Dish better?

We have been long-time Direct customers, but we really dislike Direct since AT&T bought them out. We only kept Direct because we were grandfathered...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

11-02-2017, 05:56 AM

Replies: 6

Junk in my Ice Maker?

Views: 1,205

Posted By paz

As others have said, it is probably the release...

As others have said, it is probably the release coating inside the ice mold that's failing and starting to flake off. Get a mirror and flashlight and look at the inside surface of the mold after the...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

10-20-2017, 04:11 AM

Replies: 7

Cellphone booster with no improvement !!!

Views: 1,483

Posted By paz

It depends on how weak the signal is to begin...

It depends on how weak the signal is to begin with. If the signal is super weak, there won't be enough there for the booster to boost.

Forum: Full-Timers

10-16-2017, 03:21 PM

Replies: 29

Address issue

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Posted By paz

As far as I am aware, all the mail forwarding...

As far as I am aware, all the mail forwarding services in SD provide you with an address that is recognized by the state as being a legal address for vehicle registration and driver's license. You...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

10-13-2017, 07:05 AM

Replies: 3,267

Views: 459,091

Posted By paz

The $20 unlimited Connected Car plan with the...

The $20 unlimited Connected Car plan with the Mobley was originally offered by AT&T because they were offering a similar unlimited plan through OnStar. Although the $20 unlimited plan is no longer...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

09-26-2017, 06:12 AM

Replies: 7

Frost Buildup in Freezer

Views: 3,485

Posted By paz

Norcold refrigerators are not frost free. They do...

Norcold refrigerators are not frost free. They do have a defrost cycle, but don't be misled by the name. The defrost cycle is to remove frost only from the cooling fins located in the back...

Forum: Full-Timers

09-18-2017, 09:47 AM

Replies: 9

Medicare

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Posted By paz

What address do you use for your driver's...

What address do you use for your driver's license? States usually want a physical address for things like your license, and this usually becomes your domicile address. For legal purposes your...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-17-2017, 07:18 AM

Replies: 32

Mobley Mobley where are U

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Posted By paz

The only problem with going to a store is most of...

The only problem with going to a store is most of the agents don't know what the Mobley is or what the Connected Car Plan is. You have to find someone who is willing to take the time to look. It...

09-16-2017, 06:55 AM

Replies: 13

Internet service providers

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Posted By paz

Some RVers use campground or other free Wi-fi....

Some RVers use campground or other free Wi-fi. Campground Wi-fi isn't always available, and when it is, it is frequently slow and unreliable.

Most RVers rely on wireless internet from cell phone...

09-14-2017, 04:48 PM

Replies: 7

Round ceiling vents for ducted air

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Posted By paz

There are a whole bunch of them listed HERE...

There are a whole bunch of them listed HERE...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-12-2017, 06:17 AM

Replies: 3,267

Views: 459,091

Posted By paz

You may have hit the nail on the head. It's not...

You may have hit the nail on the head. It's not that ZTE is a small company - they are a global telecommunications company. But the Mobley is probably an extremely small part of their overall profit...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

09-12-2017, 06:04 AM

Replies: 6

cold water smell

Views: 1,117

Posted By paz

What kind of smell are you getting? Sulfur?...

What kind of smell are you getting? Sulfur? Musty? Chemical?

What kind of filter are you using? Particulate? Granulated carbon? Carbon block?

Filter cartridges can grow bacteria and algae...

Forum: Full-Timers

09-11-2017, 04:17 AM

Replies: 4

Full Timer Insurance in Florida

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Posted By paz

We are using SBI for our mail forwarding and...

We are using SBI for our mail forwarding and domicile address. Our full-timer insurance is through Progressive.

We also "moved" from SD to FL because we spend winters in FL and we didn't want to...

Forum: Full-Timers

09-09-2017, 11:43 AM

Replies: 15

Thinking hard about going Full-Time

Views: 2,266

Posted By paz

I agree with Old-Biscuit. Keep your old rig and...

I agree with Old-Biscuit. Keep your old rig and SAVE what you would have spent on payments. You might be able to save enough by the time you retire to pay cash for your rig and be debt free like you...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

09-09-2017, 11:23 AM

Replies: 6

Servicing generator and jacks

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Posted By paz

Dunno. What kind of service do they need? How...

Dunno. What kind of service do they need? How handy are you?

If an oil change for the genny is what's needed and you're reasonable handy, then I would say no problem; but if it needs a major...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

09-08-2017, 05:04 AM

Replies: 3,267

Views: 459,091

Posted By paz

AT&T sometimes sends text notifications to your...

AT&T sometimes sends text notifications to your Mobley, but I don't think anyone else can.

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

08-30-2017, 06:03 AM

Replies: 8

Mobeley startup issue

Views: 1,043

Posted By paz

Are you plugging the Mobley into an OBDII port or...

Are you plugging the Mobley into an OBDII port or are you using a separate power supply? If it is a separate power supply, try using an OBDII port. This will help you determine if the power supply is...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

08-30-2017, 05:54 AM

Replies: 19

Help needed with new Samsung S8 phone

Views: 1,628

Posted By paz

You can get a manual for your phone online. Go to...

You can get a manual for your phone online. Go to your carrier's website and look for a button or tab called support. For example, when I go to the Verizon Wireless website, log in and click on...

08-29-2017, 05:31 AM

Replies: 12

Dually side bed steps- boards

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Posted By paz

HERE...

HERE (https://www.amazon.com/Range-Kleen-SS2-Double-Stool/dp/B007EEG7M0/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1504006017&sr=8-7&keywords=folding+2-step+stool) is what I use. It's light weight, it folds flat, and...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

08-26-2017, 05:24 AM

Replies: 8

Yet Another TPMS Question

Views: 1,122

Posted By paz

We are using a TST system with a 38' 5th wheel...

We are using a TST system with a 38' 5th wheel and a long bed truck without a repeater. Our system even works with the truck not hooked up and parked several feet in front of the 5th wheel. Order all...

08-26-2017, 05:15 AM

Replies: 8

Did a tree knock my satellite antenna off?

Views: 1,169

Posted By paz

A tree falling on your rig would be covered under...

A tree falling on your rig would be covered under comprehensive. However, since you hit the tree, you would probably be considered to be at fault. It would be just like hitting a tree and smashing in...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

08-22-2017, 02:45 PM

Replies: 35

Axle shifted, is this legit?

Views: 10,118

Posted By paz

Spacers to rise a 5th wheel are normally...

Spacers to rise a 5th wheel are normally installed between the springs and the frame (square tubing is welded to the frame, and then the spring hangers are welded to the tubing). Putting a block...

08-21-2017, 02:11 PM

Replies: 16

GM integrated brake controller not finding trailer

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Posted By paz

Thanks for the followup. :thumb::thumb::thumb:

Thanks for the followup. :thumb::thumb::thumb:

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

08-21-2017, 07:01 AM

Replies: 3,267

Views: 459,091

Posted By paz

AT&T stores almost never stock the Mobley. There...

AT&T stores almost never stock the Mobley. There was a time when you could sometimes find one at Best Buy, but your best chance of getting a Mobley is to order online.

You can order online from...

08-20-2017, 10:23 AM

Replies: 16

GM integrated brake controller not finding trailer

Views: 3,050

Posted By paz

I finally got around to going out to the storage...

I finally got around to going out to the storage bay and moving stuff around so I could get to the access panel for the brake actuator. Our brake actuator is a HydraStar HBA-16 (1600psi). Maybe DRV...

08-20-2017, 05:53 AM

Replies: 16

GM integrated brake controller not finding trailer

Views: 3,050

Posted By paz

GM made changes to their integrated trailer brake...

GM made changes to their integrated trailer brake controller in 2015 that eliminated earlier problems with hydraulic trailer brake incompatibility. I researched this before we bought our 2015...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

08-18-2017, 04:17 AM

Replies: 28

New to 5TH wheel

Views: 3,567

Posted By paz

Practice backing your new 5th wheel BEFORE you...

Practice backing your new 5th wheel BEFORE you get to a campground with everyone watching. Find a big, empty parking lot somewhere. 5th wheels are a lot harder to back than a motorhome (I know this...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

08-13-2017, 05:37 AM

Replies: 2

Getting to Manage My Account on Mobley

Views: 699

Posted By paz

Did you set up an online account? If so, open...

Did you set up an online account? If so, open your web browser on your computer and go to www.att.com (https://www.att.com) and log in. Once you do, your usage and billing info should show up (you may...

08-12-2017, 01:49 PM

Replies: 5

RV Mirror

Views: 799

Posted By paz

I had a truck once that had a mirror where you...

I had a truck once that had a mirror where you couldn't adjust the tension. I adjusted the mirror where I wanted it and then put a couple of drops of Loctite Red into the joint. No more movement. In...

Forum: Full-Timers

08-07-2017, 04:46 AM

Replies: 6

OPTIMAL LENGTH for FT'ing

Views: 1,484

Posted By paz

X2. Well said. :thumb:

X2. Well said. :thumb:

08-07-2017, 04:33 AM

Replies: 26

Speed Limits

Views: 2,740

Posted By paz

Regardless of the speed limit, most trailer tires...

Regardless of the speed limit, most trailer tires (ST) are only rated for 65mph. Sustained speeds higher than that can lead to overheating and premature failure.

08-06-2017, 03:50 AM

Replies: 22

30 amp vs. 50 amp

Views: 5,522

Posted By paz

Just because your coach is wired for 50A doesn't...

Just because your coach is wired for 50A doesn't mean you MUST pay extra for 50A service at a campground if you don't feel you need it. Just ask for a less expensive 30A site and use an adapter on...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

08-03-2017, 04:51 AM

Replies: 20

My Norcold problems

Views: 2,165

Posted By paz

It could be that your cooling unit has a leak,...

It could be that your cooling unit has a leak, and that could be the reason the black box tripped in the first place (that's why it's there - to detect overheating caused by a coolant leak. Low...

08-02-2017, 12:04 PM

Replies: 12

MAGNUM Inverter

Views: 2,127

Posted By paz

We're on our second RV with a residential...

We're on our second RV with a residential refrigerator - both 18 cu ft and both with 1000W inverters. We have had no problems with either one with this size inverter. When not on shore power, the...

Forum: Full-Timers

08-02-2017, 06:49 AM

Replies: 24

Full timer rv financing concerns

Views: 10,506

Posted By paz

It's easier (and possibly cheaper) to get a loan...

It's easier (and possibly cheaper) to get a loan while you still have a stix-and-brix, but I believe Essex Credit (https://www.essexcredit.com/home/) and Alliant Credit Union...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

08-01-2017, 06:12 AM

Replies: 24

Ready to activate my Mobley Hotspot

Views: 2,350

Posted By paz

The Mobley CAN receive text messages. Log onto...

The Mobley CAN receive text messages. Log onto the Mobley setup screen (type attwifimanager in the address bar of your web browser, then enter password attadmin) and click "Messages" on the left side...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

08-01-2017, 06:02 AM

Replies: 11

Intimidated New Owner

Views: 1,861

Posted By paz

Slope front to back won't lift wheels off the...

Slope front to back won't lift wheels off the ground. Like everyone is saying, use chocks.

Forum: Full-Timers

07-31-2017, 01:58 PM

Replies: 7

Montana high country for full time?

Views: 4,680

Posted By paz

I think Montana is one of the ones that does void...

I think Montana is one of the ones that does void the warranty if the unit is used full time. However, if the OP buys now and doesn't go full time for another 2 or 3 years it will be out of warranty...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

07-31-2017, 01:46 PM

Replies: 24

Ready to activate my Mobley Hotspot

Views: 2,350

Posted By paz

Maybe they only do a pre-assigned account number...

Maybe they only do a pre-assigned account number if you are on the 2-year contract. Did you pay $99 for the Mobley or are you on a contract? My account number was on the paperwork that came with the...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

07-31-2017, 01:40 PM

Replies: 15

Water system problem,, help me solve it

Views: 1,638

Posted By paz

Do you have a diverter valve to switch from city...

Do you have a diverter valve to switch from city water to tank fill? If so, the valve may be leaking internally. 40 psi isn't enough to get the valve to leak, but 55psi is.

The diverter valve on...

07-31-2017, 01:34 PM

Replies: 27

Why? Dining Views

Views: 2,598

Posted By paz

If they put the dining area on the curb side, you...

If they put the dining area on the curb side, you get to look over at your neighbor's sewer hose. :sick:

Forum: Full-Timers

07-30-2017, 05:52 AM

Replies: 20

Domicile, Taxes and Loans?

Views: 2,260

Posted By paz

Financing will be easier to get if you have a...

Financing will be easier to get if you have a fixed address. Although there are a couple of financial institutions that will finance full-timers (probably at slightly higher interest rates), most...