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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-28-2018, 11:27 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,210
Posted By WendyG
If really long, hot daily showers are a necessity...

If really long, hot daily showers are a necessity for you, plus the all other water utilization for a family of five, you will have to really think about both fresh and waste tank capacities. You...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-28-2018, 09:25 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,210
Posted By WendyG
Considering that you have the truck, a 5’er makes...

Considering that you have the truck, a 5’er makes sense. I know you were thinking toy hauler, your wife is not. If your wife likes the class a better, is it because of the nicer fixtures and homey...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-08-2018, 07:24 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,524
Posted By WendyG
Two lawn chairs and a water tote were lifted from...

Two lawn chairs and a water tote were lifted from our campsite in a state park while we were away.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-04-2018, 06:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,049
Posted By WendyG
Plenty of people reflect share your wife's...

Plenty of people reflect share your wife's perception. Since the cab of a class C feels more like a van, they are more at home than in the bus like seat of a class a. Having driven both, I do not...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-04-2018, 02:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,049
Posted By WendyG
Why is your wife attracted to the smaller...

Why is your wife attracted to the smaller motorhome? People have a variety of reasons for such feelings...some are permanently valid. Other people regret going small.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-04-2018, 08:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,201
Posted By WendyG
If you are having difficulty finding somebody to...

If you are having difficulty finding somebody to repair the old, why not have a new one made to size. Reuse old hardware or design new supports if you like. A new one might be stronger than the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 02-03-2018, 10:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,049
Posted By WendyG
I agree with the others; a class A will likely...

I agree with the others; a class A will likely give more storage and towing capacity. I do not have personal experience with keeps, but I have heard they tend to be heavy. So have yours weighed now...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-30-2018, 09:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 742
Posted By WendyG
We left our motorhome at storage centers near ...

We left our motorhome at storage centers near cruiseports to take cruises out of Galveston and Port Canaveral. Since we did not have power at the storage centers, we intentionally depleted our...
Forum: Full-Timers 01-07-2018, 01:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,036
Posted By WendyG
fortunately I have not needed to use the...

fortunately I have not needed to use the emergency out of network provision of my aca policy, and I hope I never do. If I do have major event out of network, I hope my insurance company steps up and...
Forum: Full-Timers 01-07-2018, 07:55 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,036
Posted By WendyG
I agree with GG: if you need to buy health...

I agree with GG: if you need to buy health insurance in the individual market/ACA, TX and SD will not get you the coverage you need. Instead, look to Florida where you can buy a plan with national...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-06-2018, 06:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,988
Posted By WendyG
Rather than order a narrow king mattress, you...

Rather than order a narrow king mattress, you could buy a stock king memory foam mattress to cut to any size you desire. I'll do this when we replace ours. Electric carving knife reportedly works...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-03-2018, 04:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,566
Posted By WendyG
As a too-young -for-Medicare full timer, I...

As a too-young -for-Medicare full timer, I selected Florida as a domicile. Not only were the health insurance options workable, we also love the State and spend time there. Worth your time to...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-21-2017, 09:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 873
Posted By WendyG
Maybe a flexible mounding, some examples in...

Maybe a flexible mounding, some examples in webpage below

https://east.resinart.com/flexible-mouldings/
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-16-2017, 09:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 999
Posted By WendyG
Well, cycling is way cheaper if it meets your...

Well, cycling is way cheaper if it meets your needs while camping. Healthy and ecofriendly, too.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-08-2017, 07:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,006
Posted By WendyG
1.50 a day is a terrific rate, but where is it? ...

1.50 a day is a terrific rate, but where is it?
Are you referring to a place near Sun City Center, FL? Is so, that's about 250 miles from their cruise port. Or is your storage some other sun city?
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-02-2017, 06:26 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,193
Posted By WendyG
Depends on how warm you wish to be. Here is a...

Depends on how warm you wish to be. Here is a webpage to Destin average temps:
https://www.currentresults.com/Weather/Florida/Places/destin-temperatures-by-month-average.php
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-02-2017, 04:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,193
Posted By WendyG
If you are interested in staying at state parks,...

If you are interested in staying at state parks, I may be able to help a bit.

Eleven months ago we were full timers, so I was making reservations at Florida State Parks two weeks at a time as soon...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-20-2017, 06:56 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,306
Posted By WendyG
That sounds like a very successful first outing....

That sounds like a very successful first outing. Put in a bit more time inthe driver's seat and you will gain more confidence (with or without the driving school).
Forum: Full-Timers 11-14-2017, 01:04 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,856
Posted By WendyG
Check to see if your significant other qualifies...

Check to see if your significant other qualifies for a subsidy. If so, that will help with your health insurance premium. She may, however, face high deductibles; can you teo afford those...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-12-2017, 02:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,306
Posted By WendyG
Oh, you certainly can do it. I did not take an...

Oh, you certainly can do it. I did not take an rv driving course; I read a bit and got behind the wheel, learning along the way. Had an rv driving course been easily available, I think it would...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-11-2017, 10:11 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,306
Posted By WendyG
I also think driving a mh is easier than towing. ...

I also think driving a mh is easier than towing. Our mh is shorter than yours, but that matters little when driving forward. Of course in small campgrounds, backing up a long mh is harder than a...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-08-2017, 02:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,005
Posted By WendyG
You could consider a futon. Generally looks...

You could consider a futon. Generally looks casual as a sofa, which may or may not fit your rv style. I think the futon mattress generally sleep better than a jack knife sofa.
Forum: Full-Timers 11-07-2017, 03:42 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,845
Posted By WendyG
Yeah, I know what you mean about trying to go...

Yeah, I know what you mean about trying to go paperless. Getting mail is a bother, but the states and Feds want proof people really are at that address.

If you select Florida, you do not have to...
Forum: Full-Timers 11-07-2017, 12:47 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,845
Posted By WendyG
I do not know about SD but can offer words about...

I do not know about SD but can offer words about Florida. If you decide on FL, open a private mailbox as soon as you make your selection. Then give that new address to some business and such, so...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-30-2017, 10:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,004
Posted By WendyG
I also think backing up a MH is easier than a...

I also think backing up a MH is easier than a fiver. Consider a small toad.

Personally, I generally think the guide has a tougher job than the person at the wheel. The former is responsible for...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-08-2017, 12:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,099
Posted By WendyG
I also think it might be an expansion/contraction...

I also think it might be an expansion/contraction phenomenon. It worried me when it saw a bit of a ripple in my roof, but it comes and goes with weather conditions.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-22-2017, 12:43 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,415
Posted By WendyG
If you decide to buy used, great that you are...

If you decide to buy used, great that you are willing to travel to get the right MH; it will open up more options. But, I will say finding a good used MH was not easy when I was in the market. ...
Forum: Full-Timers 06-24-2017, 02:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,845
Posted By WendyG
Have you checked the towing and cargo carrying...

Have you checked the towing and cargo carrying capacity of that class c you considering? Some are pretty limited, especially for full timers.
Forum: Full-Timers 06-24-2017, 11:59 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,845
Posted By WendyG
I would think Escapees could provide lots of info...

I would think Escapees could provide lots of info about establishing TX domicile,
I think the dealer will take the address you give, even if your ID has an old address.
Insurance companies are...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-22-2017, 07:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,818
Posted By WendyG
Don't kid yourself....If you want a home that...

Don't kid yourself....If you want a home that might appreciate as you do your improvements, then buy sticks and bricks, not an rv.
RV's depreciate. RV's lived in full time may depreciate even...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-12-2017, 06:45 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,670
Posted By WendyG
Nice job. It looks great.

Nice job. It looks great.
Forum: Full-Timers 06-08-2017, 01:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,346
Posted By WendyG
Policies vary, but here is what I noticed. when I...

Policies vary, but here is what I noticed. when I started getting quotes and looking at policy details, regular policies often specified that the rv would be used "x" days a year or less (sorry, I do...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 06-04-2017, 08:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,093
Posted By WendyG
I'm no expert, but I'll try to get the discussion...

I'm no expert, but I'll try to get the discussion started. My motorhome has a batwing antenna with a wingman. I do have to crank it up and aim it, but that is pretty easy once one gets the hang of...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-04-2017, 06:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,326
Posted By WendyG
If you cannot manage to make wood trim for your...

If you cannot manage to make wood trim for your curves, another option to consider might be pvc trim. You will see this material in the home improvement stores (lattice strips and door stops for...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-02-2017, 05:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 652
Posted By WendyG
Have you checked the fuses?

Have you checked the fuses?
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-30-2017, 09:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,601
Posted By WendyG
I agree that engine miles do not necessarily...

I agree that engine miles do not necessarily correlate with interior wear. In all likelihood, the latter of your examples has greater interior wear. Though not necessarily, as the days of use...
Forum: Going Green 05-29-2017, 05:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,489
Posted By WendyG
Some intestinal flora is expected in the grey...

Some intestinal flora is expected in the grey tank just from washing ones hands after restroom use and washing one's backside in the shower; far fewer than in the black tank, of course, but flora...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-29-2017, 07:35 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,601
Posted By WendyG
Since it is just two of us, a mid coach bath...

Since it is just two of us, a mid coach bath works well for us as full timers. We are generally in campgrounds, so we can use the campground restrooms if the need arises. Our daytime guests seem to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-29-2017, 06:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,136
Posted By WendyG
I initially had the roadside assistance from my...

I initially had the roadside assistance from my insurance carrier, Progressive. It seemed like a good deal. Soon we bought ithe motorhome, it would not start after a one month stay at a campground....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-29-2017, 05:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,801
Posted By WendyG
Congratulations and enjoy your purchase.

Congratulations and enjoy your purchase.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-29-2017, 05:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,569
Posted By WendyG
The OP is contending that it is "unhealthy." ...

The OP is contending that it is "unhealthy." Since the OP overflowed his tank, he now needs to disinfect. And he need to keep water in the trap. Of course, he'd need to disinfect that if his grey...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-29-2017, 02:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,569
Posted By WendyG
As I do not want my black tank to fill too...

As I do not want my black tank to fill too quickly, I am glad my kitchen sink drains to grey tank. But if it did drain into the black tank, I'd be careful not to overfill my black tank, though...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-27-2017, 02:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,140
Posted By WendyG
Maybe bad air admittance valves?

Maybe bad air admittance valves?
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-27-2017, 06:17 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,511
Posted By WendyG
Take a look around odds are you will find the...

Take a look around odds are you will find the manufacturer and likely the model of your jacks. You really need to know; you will want to obtain and read the manual for your product.

Mine rig is...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 05-26-2017, 11:56 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,511
Posted By WendyG
I second the suggestion to not just clean the...

I second the suggestion to not just clean the shafts but also the rim at the top of the shaft. A remarkable amount of gunk came out of those rims (as much as 12 years worth if prior owner had not...
Forum: New Member Check-In 05-25-2017, 11:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 654
Posted By WendyG
Congratulations on your purchase. We bought...

Congratulations on your purchase.

We bought a Winnebago product a little over a year ago and we have been enjoying it greatly. One important thing I did not know when we bought ours: very...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-24-2017, 01:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,414
Posted By WendyG
Though it is nice that your company has a liberal...

Though it is nice that your company has a liberal return policy, electronics companies often do not. Did you read their policy before making the purchase? Have they violated that policy? If not, get...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-24-2017, 01:36 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,633
Posted By WendyG
Figuratively speaking...maybe on your posterior...

Figuratively speaking...maybe on your posterior side with their corporate hand reaching toward your wallet.
Forum: Full-Timers 05-24-2017, 06:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,953
Posted By WendyG
Since you are thinking of full timing and leaning...

Since you are thinking of full timing and leaning toward Texas for domicile, visit the "escapees" website. They have a lot of experience and advice. They have a great reputation. Consider joining...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 05-23-2017, 12:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,601
Posted By WendyG
Are you experienced rv'ers or newbies? If you...

Are you experienced rv'ers or newbies?
If you are newbies, I can understand buying an older less expensive motorhome to try out the rv lifestyle, learn a lot about motorhome care, get some driving...
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