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Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-03-2014, 03:17 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,040
Posted By clarkgriswold
Wind?

What happened to the awning?....wind?
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-30-2014, 04:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,220
Posted By clarkgriswold
Based on what I can see on the internet about...

Based on what I can see on the internet about Shark Bite fittings, I think they're pretty much the same thing. Actually I didn't try any 'first' fittings since they original were factory PEX bands...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-29-2014, 04:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,220
Posted By clarkgriswold
Blue Hawk

I should have mentioned what fittings I used from Lowes. They're Blue Hawk fittings. I'm really not sure if they're made like Shark fittings since I've never used those but we've travelled more...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-28-2014, 08:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,220
Posted By clarkgriswold
Lowes Fittings

I had a problem with a broke valve on my water heater bypass this spring that I discovered when I was getting the TT ready for camping. As a fix I decided that I wouldn't use PEX fittings due to the...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-27-2014, 04:50 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,040
Posted By clarkgriswold
Good idea using the 'extra' trim. I assume...

Good idea using the 'extra' trim. I assume you're going to caulk under and above the trim piece. Let us see some pictures if you have time when you get done. By the way, have you recoated your...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-26-2014, 07:55 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,040
Posted By clarkgriswold
Water Heater - Broke Valve

Thus far I've been lucky with water heaters. However, I had a isolation valve 'break' in the close position this spring and couldn't get any hot water out of the heater. Because I didn't want to...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-24-2014, 08:24 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,040
Posted By clarkgriswold
Long trip! I assume you're staying several days....

Long trip! I assume you're staying several days. Must be a vacation for the fam. Hope all goes well. The trailer looks great. Keep us posted on the trip.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-19-2014, 05:46 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,040
Posted By clarkgriswold
I agree totally! :dance:Love to follow the...

I agree totally! :dance:Love to follow the rebuild project.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-12-2014, 04:46 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,040
Posted By clarkgriswold
Roof Coating and Research

I agree...do your homework. I simply am stating something about a coating that a reputable RV reconditioner/seller has been using for a long time and they claim good results. I'll try to get the...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-10-2014, 07:23 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,040
Posted By clarkgriswold
I know that we bought a used Class A from a place...

I know that we bought a used Class A from a place in TX and they really know their business.....new hardwood floors, etc. What I was going to say is that they recoat all the roofs and according to...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-05-2014, 07:36 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,040
Posted By clarkgriswold
Feel free to post any photos while you bring...

Feel free to post any photos while you bring your's back to life. We all love photos! :dance:
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-04-2013, 10:31 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 14,040
Posted By clarkgriswold
Looks like it cleaned up great. I'm about to...

Looks like it cleaned up great. I'm about to wash mine ....sides and top.... and thought I'd just try some of the generic RV wash. I guess that'll work. Glad to see someone out enjoying their...
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 09-04-2013, 09:08 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,969
Posted By clarkgriswold
Congrats and hope you enjoy every moment!

Congrats and hope you enjoy every moment!
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 09-04-2013, 09:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,004
Posted By clarkgriswold
Got any pics of interior? Congrats! By the way,...

Got any pics of interior? Congrats! By the way, what's your Tow Vehicle?
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-21-2013, 09:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 28,028
Posted By clarkgriswold
Dodge 2500 V10 8.0L for tow?

I'm looking at a 2002 Dodge 4x4 2500 truck to use as a tow vehicle. It has a 4.10 rear end and the gas V10 8.0L that is rated at 12700 lbs towing. My question is - has anyone else towed with this...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-07-2013, 11:54 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,831
Posted By clarkgriswold
Answers?

I should have never asked the question....:facepalm: What I can gather from the "conversation" is that I should have followed my instincts the day I got the weight (via scales) and weighed the total...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-05-2013, 11:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,635
Posted By clarkgriswold
I didn't think of that but the 2nd radiator was...

I didn't think of that but the 2nd radiator was pretty easy to install.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-05-2013, 11:02 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,831
Posted By clarkgriswold
I didn't have time to unhook at the weight...

I didn't have time to unhook at the weight station with truckers zooming around. :eek: But, I doing an approximation on the weight and I think the 'margin' will put me right at the 5000 lb....
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-04-2013, 08:33 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,831
Posted By clarkgriswold
Close to Maximum Rating

We just took our maiden voyage with our new-to-use TT. We towing with a Ford Sport Trac with a max tow rating of about 5000 lbs. On our way to the campsite I stopped at a certified scale and...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-01-2013, 09:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,404
Posted By clarkgriswold
Rain and more rain

I've got'ta check the frogtog (?) gear but I know I can't add any ideas not already mentioned. My only solution has been to put on dirty clothes out of the laundry bag, finish the job, and then put...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-30-2013, 09:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,783
Posted By clarkgriswold
I may be wet on this one but do you usually tow...

I may be wet on this one but do you usually tow your TT with full tanks? .....seems like a lot of extra weight to be towing ....unless you absolutely have to! 2000 lbs according to your numbers....
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-30-2013, 08:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,635
Posted By clarkgriswold
I took the truck to the local shop today and had...

I took the truck to the local shop today and had him install the transmission cooler. The funny thing was he called me and asked me if I knew that the truck already had an extra cooler in it.....! ...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-22-2013, 06:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,635
Posted By clarkgriswold
Fluid Change

Thanks for the info. Sounds like I need to get the transmission fluid changed along with the trans cooler. I've heard a lot of 'bad' things about the pressurized transmission exchangers so I don't...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-21-2013, 06:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,635
Posted By clarkgriswold
I updated our signature! We've just bought a Fun...

I updated our signature! We've just bought a Fun Finder X215WSK TT and we're pulling it with a Ford Sport Trac 4.0 V6. Hopefully it makes more sense now! :facepalm:
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-20-2013, 08:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,635
Posted By clarkgriswold
Installing 2nd Transmission Cooler

Has anyone had experience installing a SECOND transmission cooler on a vehicle? I've been told that it would be a good idea and after all, it shouldn't hurt. I am assuming that it would simply fit...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-19-2013, 11:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,705
Posted By clarkgriswold
Thanks for answer!

Thanks to all! Sounds like everyone's on the same page with the answers. Much appreciated! :dance:
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-18-2013, 08:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,705
Posted By clarkgriswold
Using A/C with 20 Amp Circuit

I need to simply check the A/C on our new-to-us Funfinder TT and unfortunately all I have is the 20 amp 120V circuit at our house. Does anyone know how long an A/C could be run on the 20 amp circuit...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 12-08-2011, 12:14 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 39,212
Posted By clarkgriswold
Cute one! Funny thing is we have a Minature...

Cute one! Funny thing is we have a Minature Schnauzer and a Yorkie.....but they're two dogs.....not one. :D
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-21-2011, 05:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,631
Posted By clarkgriswold
We had a 1999 National Dolphin with probably the...

We had a 1999 National Dolphin with probably the same light blue carpet! I know the feeling. To sum it up, we pulled all the carpet out...replaced the bedroom area with laminant wood flooring, the...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-21-2011, 12:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,570
Posted By clarkgriswold
Yep it's actually a E2 hitch but made by the same...

Yep it's actually a E2 hitch but made by the same company as Equal-i-zer I believe.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-21-2011, 12:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,632
Posted By clarkgriswold
Thanks for the input Tom. I just didn't want to...

Thanks for the input Tom. I just didn't want to get in a situation where I was at the dealership and he 'held me up' because he knew I had no choice at that point than to buy his hitch. I'll...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-20-2011, 12:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,570
Posted By clarkgriswold
E2 Weight Distribution / Sway Control Hitch?

Does anyone know about the quality of the E2 Weight Distribution / Sway Control hitch made by Progress Manufacturing?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-17-2011, 12:09 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,407
Posted By clarkgriswold
There are three things we don't seem to be able...

There are three things we don't seem to be able to do in this country...... 1) put those behind bars that rightfully belong there and provide the space to keep them there and 2) protect our own...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-16-2011, 12:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 39,212
Posted By clarkgriswold
Thanks for posting the pictures. This this one a...

Thanks for posting the pictures. This this one a good case for 'a picture is worth a thousand words'! Your post was a real eye opener.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-16-2011, 12:01 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,407
Posted By clarkgriswold
I believe in giving everyone a chance to redeem...

I believe in giving everyone a chance to redeem themselves but these people need to face the consequences before someone innocent person is serious injured (or worse). This goes beyond childish...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-16-2011, 11:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 795
Posted By clarkgriswold
That's our same scenario as far as 'attractions'...

That's our same scenario as far as 'attractions' go now-a-days - food! :dance: It's always good to see another dog lover on the forum. We've had a couple of Class A's but now we're downsizing to a...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-15-2011, 11:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 795
Posted By clarkgriswold
I don't envy you having to leave Gulf Shore area....

I don't envy you having to leave Gulf Shore area. Out of curiousity, did you find any good campgrounds in the that area and attractions?

As to what to see on the way back up to Indiana, check...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-15-2011, 05:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,632
Posted By clarkgriswold
Thanks for the advice. I've had a WD hitch many...

Thanks for the advice. I've had a WD hitch many years ago and after I went to youtube and viewed a clip from etrailer, it doesn't look like it should be anything that I couldn't do or any dealer...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-15-2011, 11:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,632
Posted By clarkgriswold
How hard is it to set up WD hitch & Sway Control?

We're looking at buying a TT as a replacement for our MH. We've done all the research on which TT has the room, layout, quality, and weight characteristics that are suitable for our needs.

My...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-12-2011, 09:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,391
Posted By clarkgriswold
I'm somewhat amazed that the 'advertised' weight...

I'm somewhat amazed that the 'advertised' weight was so inaccurate. Not that is was inaccurate, but the amount of the inaccuracy. By the way, when you say 'advertised' what are referring...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 10-15-2011, 05:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,960
Posted By clarkgriswold
Glad to see your post! We're downsizing from our...

Glad to see your post! We're downsizing from our Class A MH and we're restricted on weight. The FunFinder 210WBS seems like a well built TT and I like the layout. I do wish they'd make one with...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 10-14-2011, 11:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,300
Posted By clarkgriswold
Thanks but it actually gives the tip-to-tip...

Thanks but it actually gives the tip-to-tip dimension and not the box dimension. It's a hard thing to find.......I know, I've looked.....and looked.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-14-2011, 01:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,277
Posted By clarkgriswold
I installed the SensarPro in place of the...

I installed the SensarPro in place of the original amp and had great luck with it. It seemed to give a good indication of the relative signal strength and allowed for little guess as to which...
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 10-06-2011, 10:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,230
Posted By clarkgriswold
Hmmmmm....we are thinking of the CT240 (now the...

Hmmmmm....we are thinking of the CT240 (now the coleman CTU240RB) because we think we like the floorplan. But after reading this I'm not sure. We owned a Coleman popup years ago and really liked...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 10-05-2011, 03:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,300
Posted By clarkgriswold
Yep, that's the way it use to be but now I'm...

Yep, that's the way it use to be but now I'm finding that more model numbers are exceptions to the 'rule' than aren't!:banghead:
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 10-04-2011, 11:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,300
Posted By clarkgriswold
TT Box Sizes?

Does anyone know how to know the box size on any of the following travel trailers? I know the tongue-to-bumper (tip-to-tip) lengths but can't find a source for the box sizes.

Gulfstream Visa...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-03-2011, 11:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,470
Posted By clarkgriswold
Pretty much done now........last 3+ weeks settled...

Pretty much done now........last 3+ weeks settled it. :facepalm:
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-03-2011, 11:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,470
Posted By clarkgriswold
Yep, you're correct and that's what the insurance...

Yep, you're correct and that's what the insurance covered. My issue was never with the removal of the tree from the RV since that was done. My issue developed over the 3+ weeks to settle the claim...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-03-2011, 12:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,470
Posted By clarkgriswold
Without going into all the details, we settled...

Without going into all the details, we settled with Progressive Insurance last Friday. After 3+ weeks of extended periods of no progress with 'Progessive Insurance' we're finally moving on with what...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-28-2011, 10:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,833
Posted By clarkgriswold
That's what I was wondering - what it was called....

That's what I was wondering - what it was called. I know it was added to our MH water heater that was simply a heater element inserted into the water heater. Of course I would think that would...
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