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Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 11-13-2019, 03:59 PM
Replies: 1,969
Views: 1,016,380
Posted By TyCreek
:) FWIW... My printed cap is still working great!

:) FWIW... My printed cap is still working great!
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 09-23-2019, 03:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,202
Posted By TyCreek
Chuckle ... a little closer? LR4 + 23KTS =...

Chuckle ... a little closer?
LR4 + 23KTS = Hum... then I think about that combination headed down off the ski hill ...

Maybe consider some real life weight researching? ... don't plan based on...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 09-19-2019, 05:19 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,090
Posted By TyCreek
Thanks for the chuckle John... While I've...

Thanks for the chuckle John...

While I've used both solar and wind to power things, our various RVs and their uses, rarely see sunny places. Our power use is around 100Ahr for a week and we don't...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 09-17-2019, 10:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,949
Posted By TyCreek
I used one of those on the last RV that didn't...

I used one of those on the last RV that didn't have bumper storage and it worked well. Our ORV bumper needed flack/stuff knocked out and/or filed down to become worry free easy stinky slinky storage.
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 09-08-2019, 10:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,360
Posted By TyCreek
Fresh water drained from the holding tank only...

Fresh water drained from the holding tank only and then a measured fill. The following are rough (~) observations from the inside display and fill meter.
1/3 ~ 25gal
2/3 ~ 45gal
F ~ 65gal...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 06-03-2019, 08:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,767
Posted By TyCreek
You certainly describe an odd experience that...

You certainly describe an odd experience that vastly differs from mine. Twisted chains comes to mind but doesn't quite fit your description, though it's the only thing I can think of right now to...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 06-02-2019, 10:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,767
Posted By TyCreek
F350 could have 2.5 or 3" receiver and getting an...

F350 could have 2.5 or 3" receiver and getting an appropriate kit with 8" brackets, will probably take contacting them for the right parts combination vs. selection from website. Sleeves for a 2"...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 06-01-2019, 03:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,767
Posted By TyCreek
The Andersen hitch puts a smile on my face every...

The Andersen hitch puts a smile on my face every time we hit the road. Seriously big grin when installing or removing the hitch! Got them to make a shank to my specifications and they were super easy...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 05-07-2019, 09:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 565
Posted By TyCreek
Sort of curious what the difference is and when...

Sort of curious what the difference is and when they changed ladder. Never noticed anything un-solid with my couple trips up/down but those pretty much require both hands to negotiate. Normally I use...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 05-07-2019, 11:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,205
Posted By TyCreek
Level the trailer "without" stabilizers and then...

Level the trailer "without" stabilizers and then snug up the stabilizers just enough to dampen frame flex. What comes to mind based on description is frame suspended between rear jacks and tongue...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 05-02-2019, 06:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,204
Posted By TyCreek
Oh wow ... I don't know what bags you have on...

Oh wow ... I don't know what bags you have on that 150 but dang, I'd be wanting to run as near 0psi possible without squat :) Wouldn't want to ruin the empty ride, ya'see!
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 05-02-2019, 06:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,196
Posted By TyCreek
Did you look at page 46 or 47 of your owners...

Did you look at page 46 or 47 of your owners manual? https://outdoorsrvmfg.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ORV-Owners-Manual_revised-8-6-18.pdf
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 05-01-2019, 10:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,204
Posted By TyCreek
Bags and WD bars can work together very nicely...

Bags and WD bars can work together very nicely however ;)

Think outside "they are different" box and focus on combined characteristics. Then it becomes clear that bags not only vary the spring...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-30-2019, 06:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,435
Posted By TyCreek
I wouldn't worry about battery brand too much if...

I wouldn't worry about battery brand too much if you're thinking lead acid chemistry. Those are old manufacturing and all within a percent or so life/performance of each other in the scheme of...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-30-2019, 03:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,204
Posted By TyCreek
Totally depends on your truck and situation. Do...

Totally depends on your truck and situation. Do you have overload springs? Does the truck squat excessively? Are you bouncing off bump-stops or are overloads engaging at just the wrong times? Do you...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-25-2019, 06:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,283
Posted By TyCreek
Geocel makes both the 2300 RV and ProFlex RV...

Geocel makes both the 2300 RV and ProFlex RV product lines and can't say I've used enough of each over the years to tell the difference. My take is whatever one they have, they both end in "RV". My...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-24-2019, 04:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,283
Posted By TyCreek
Areas that "might" need touching up I find easier...

Areas that "might" need touching up I find easier to see and identify when the telltale signs are not washed away.

Dicor over clean soft Dicor sticks just fine.

RTFM ... See this example on...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-21-2019, 08:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,283
Posted By TyCreek
So Ken, I liked the 460s but always thought they...

So Ken, I liked the 460s but always thought they needed another gear in there. When looking for a good/nice truck, the v10 or 460 were definitely part of my months of looking. Crazy enough, in the...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-21-2019, 06:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,283
Posted By TyCreek
hum... got it before the trailer and after...

hum... got it before the trailer and after selling the motorhome so a couple years old now, it must be a 2017, whenever they started calling them alumiduty. Got the 6.2 gasser this time around....
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-20-2019, 09:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 891
Posted By TyCreek
Had a few diesels previously and they were great...

Had a few diesels previously and they were great but specifically didn't want one this time around. The 6.2L hasn't left me 2nd guessing that choice yet.
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-20-2019, 01:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 891
Posted By TyCreek
RV swaps happen ;) Congrats! Having island bed...

RV swaps happen ;) Congrats!
Having island bed after several decades without is pretty nice I must admit!
So what motor are you spinning in that SD?
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-20-2019, 12:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,283
Posted By TyCreek
Hand clean the spots for re-seal and get things...

Hand clean the spots for re-seal and get things sealed. I use Dicor lap for up top (horizontal - self leveling) and ProFlex clear for sides (vertical surfaces).

The butyl squish outs look nasty...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-08-2019, 04:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,509
Posted By TyCreek
LMAO... I don't remember, my printer runs pretty...

LMAO... I don't remember, my printer runs pretty constant. I typically print with thick layers and error on the side of speed vs. beauty, but that was probably a good couple day print or more.
...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-08-2019, 12:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,568
Posted By TyCreek
Look at your tandem axle equalizer to determine...

Look at your tandem axle equalizer to determine if you feel comfortable with the rake. That equalizer has limited travel and you don't want it pounding full stop as you go down the road. Ideally...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-08-2019, 12:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,509
Posted By TyCreek
FWIW... I 3D printed some with a bit more lift :)

FWIW... I 3D printed some with a bit more lift :)
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-08-2019, 12:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,509
Posted By TyCreek
I see the Beach offering as a better value when...

I see the Beach offering as a better value when compared to Andersen.
https://campaddict.com/rv-leveling-blocks/
One similar style and cheaper (not shown in that partial review) are the Camco...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-08-2019, 11:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,121
Posted By TyCreek
Of course they do ... but just one year later and...

Of course they do ... but just one year later and you'd be commiserating with those of us facing the new hitch design.
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-08-2019, 10:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,121
Posted By TyCreek
guten_tag likewise, I use a wrap through those...

guten_tag likewise, I use a wrap through those holes and cinch the shackles so that they don't rattle when empty. It also helps a little to keep them from walking off.
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-07-2019, 10:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,121
Posted By TyCreek
A couple of these 5/8 4 ton WLL enable easy...

A couple of these 5/8 4 ton WLL enable easy hooking up the clevises for what I need to pull https://www.amazon.com/iztor-Isolator-Unbreakable-Breaking-Strength/dp/B077MHFQ3L
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-01-2019, 02:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 880
Posted By TyCreek
Had to do a double take on this post ......

Had to do a double take on this post ... https://heartlandrvs.com is just down the road from ORV :)
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 03-27-2019, 09:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,709
Posted By TyCreek
Gasser this time and couldn't be happier! The 6.2...

Gasser this time and couldn't be happier! The 6.2 is slightly different power compared to the Eco (love those BTW). I've not noticed any power change due to altitude yet but don't think I've had this...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 03-27-2019, 03:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,709
Posted By TyCreek
The choices for 1/2 ton friendly TTs are endless....

The choices for 1/2 ton friendly TTs are endless.

The choices for no slide, stout and ready for back road travels are few. This typically means heavy.

I for one am thankful that ORV had the...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 01-22-2019, 02:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,388
Posted By TyCreek
Yes, I was worried... so I used short course...

Yes, I was worried... so I used short course threaded screws to minimize the risk of poking through and into something else.
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 01-20-2019, 10:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,388
Posted By TyCreek
I put in the MORryde cargo slider... It's been...

I put in the MORryde cargo slider... It's been working great!
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 01-18-2019, 12:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,019
Posted By TyCreek
Congrats! Hope you two have a ball getting...

Congrats!
Hope you two have a ball getting things setup!
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 01-18-2019, 06:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,924
Posted By TyCreek
I dump fresh water when TT is parked and use a...

I dump fresh water when TT is parked and use a bucket with hose attached so water drains outside the garage. I already had a bucket with a coupling from a recirculating sluice setup. Of course that...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 01-12-2019, 09:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,354
Posted By TyCreek
The Viair 450P was claimed to be the only 100%...

The Viair 450P was claimed to be the only 100% duty cycle portable. The hope of dependability got me ... tired, burnt up portables ... take too much time & effort!
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 12-11-2018, 09:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,184
Posted By TyCreek
Yes, agree "technically" and I specifically...

Yes, agree "technically" and I specifically stated just that ... "Certainly there's a difference as the rake changes"

What I've observed about that "less and visa-versa" value, is that it's a...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 12-11-2018, 06:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,184
Posted By TyCreek
I've observed weight reading of my front & rear...

I've observed weight reading of my front & rear TT axles in the past and the difference wasn't much. Certainly there's a difference as the rake changes, I've just not seen a delta big enough to...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 12-11-2018, 04:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,184
Posted By TyCreek
TW is roughly 1000lbs or more as it goes up with...

TW is roughly 1000lbs or more as it goes up with propane and water levels. Picture of my TW scale value attached ;) My 20FQ is on the heavy side ;)

I've tried nose slightly up, level and prefer...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 12-10-2018, 05:24 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,329
Posted By TyCreek
ORV has eye to eye tandem axle suspension so...

ORV has eye to eye tandem axle suspension so level is a relative reference unlike torsion or other individually suspended design. That little Y thingy between the springs is an equalizer to...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 12-05-2018, 08:52 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,962
Posted By TyCreek
LoL ... I usually empty tanks at home. Hooking up...

LoL ... I usually empty tanks at home. Hooking up the stinky slinky at a campsite, even if FH is available, is a rare occasion for our travels. We all have different fears that we feel compelled to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-04-2018, 09:35 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 13,883
Posted By TyCreek
Have you read your covenants or HOA rules? ...

Have you read your covenants or HOA rules?

My advice is; don't be one of those HOA members who think the condition of purchase contract they signed doesn't apply to them!

Pause for a moment...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 12-04-2018, 05:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,962
Posted By TyCreek
Got the TT home and went to tuck the Rhino away...

Got the TT home and went to tuck the Rhino away and it wouldn't fit. Later discovered the bumper edges just needed some flack filed away and now it fits fine (as spogdog just mentioned). FWIW... I...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 12-01-2018, 04:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,099
Posted By TyCreek
FWIW... can't remember why I picked a Maxx to put...

FWIW... can't remember why I picked a Maxx to put in our current camper but its basically the same as others we've had (mostly Fantastics). Reasonable noise, air movement, etc... quite like any of...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 11-15-2018, 06:24 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,037
Posted By TyCreek
Jim, your distribution bars in picture have e2...

Jim, your distribution bars in picture have e2 stickers ... ;) From my seat, they match Fastway e2. Here's a link https://www.fastwaytrailer.com/e2-hitch
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 11-14-2018, 12:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,151
Posted By TyCreek
The 21RD only differs by 295 lbs so if for some...

The 21RD only differs by 295 lbs so if for some reason that weight is a deciding factor? Hum... well... Please know that the 20FQ, in real life, laughs at those TW numbers! For this model I consider...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 11-13-2018, 05:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,151
Posted By TyCreek
If you think too long ... they might all be gone...

If you think too long ... they might all be gone ;)
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 11-13-2018, 07:26 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,037
Posted By TyCreek
But Jim ... isn't your hitch side of things a...

But Jim ... isn't your hitch side of things a Fastway e2? ... a lower cost, 2 point design, similar to Equal-i-zer's 4 point. And don't e2 round bent bar end versions max at 1Klb and 10Klb total?
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 11-12-2018, 03:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,037
Posted By TyCreek
Wow Jim, quite the shank contraption! Remove and...

Wow Jim, quite the shank contraption! Remove and install that every couple days as we travel from place to place ... hum ... no, not me!
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