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Froggy1936
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07-12-2020, 08:08 PM
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Beware ordering from Camping World
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14,797
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Froggy1936
... I have ordered direct from TST On line by...
... I have ordered direct from TST On line by credit card and received product in a few days Frank
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iRV2.com General Discussion
06-29-2020, 12:53 PM
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Some people... minor rant
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16,762
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Froggy1936
I dont understand where all the common courtesy...
I dont understand where all the common courtesy went I taught my children to behave towards others as they would want them to behave ,But it has changed to ME ME ME ! Im glade i wont be around to see...
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Class A Motorhome Discussions
06-05-2020, 02:38 PM
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114
Dash A/C performance - what to expect?
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19,993
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Froggy1936
As an ASE Certified A/C Technician i do not...
As an ASE Certified A/C Technician i do not understand this 20o rule .............. I was always taught that a dash A/C Unit should cut ambient air temperature @ the intake in half. Ex: outside air...
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MH-General Discussions & Problems
11-07-2019, 06:26 PM
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125
Overnight Stealth Boondocking In Nice Residential Neighborhoods?
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18,755
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Froggy1936
The Boro of Edgewood Pa ( Suburb of Pittsburgh) ...
The Boro of Edgewood Pa ( Suburb of Pittsburgh) Has had no overnight parking since the mid 50,s . unless the police are notified you will be ticketed
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Class A Motorhome Discussions
11-03-2019, 06:22 PM
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50
Headlights
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6,110
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Froggy1936
Get a wiring diagram for your veh. If it has a...
Get a wiring diagram for your veh. If it has a relay for the headlights replace the switch, If it does not have a relay rewire to install a fused relay ! Frank
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Newmar Owner's Forum
09-12-2019, 05:59 PM
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92
Just curious- how many 80+ are out there still enjoying the class A Rv experience
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Froggy1936
Ha Ha, 200 That is very optimistic. I am 83 and...
Ha Ha, 200 That is very optimistic. I am 83 and still do all my own maintenance and repairs (ASE Certified Master 75 yrs experience) I still spend my summers living in my 1977 Mini Winnie Planning on...
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Class A Motorhome Discussions
09-06-2019, 04:18 PM
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One Mod that you did that you love everyday.
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49,483
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Froggy1936
I designed my own I cut into the bathroom sink...
I designed my own I cut into the bathroom sink hot water line, Installed a 3 outlet valve with a handel Mounted on the side of the sink cabinet , FrankOne outlet hot water in one outlet to sink hot...
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iRV2.com General Discussion
08-15-2019, 05:25 PM
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163
Poll:
Do you use seat belts?
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17,213
Posted By
Froggy1936
Yep i have been using them constantly since 1972....
Yep i have been using them constantly since 1972. Also driving with the low beams on at all times . Both before it became a thing , Seat belt helped save me twice from serious injury in 2 different...
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Newmar Owner's Forum
08-04-2019, 05:28 PM
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54
After almost 3 years why hasn't NEWGLE been the answer
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12,180
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Froggy1936
...........................................As one...
...........................................As one of those older folks who just got a smart phone , It is frustrating when you ask someone who knows how to operate one , A question , And they say,...
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Class A Motorhome Discussions
07-28-2019, 04:15 PM
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129
Wood leveling platform for driveway - incredibly stupid idea or not?
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37,973
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Froggy1936
I would frown on concrete blocks They have been...
I would frown on concrete blocks They have been known to crumble . Under weight. Just my opinion, And they are heavier than wood !
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iRV2.com General Discussion
07-14-2019, 05:22 PM
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76
Calling all electricians
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10,573
Posted By
Froggy1936
Not so, If before plugging in or starting...
Not so, If before plugging in or starting generator, Main Line switch is turned off There can be no backfeed into the grid . Make sure you unplug and turn off the generator before turning main...
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Class C Motorhome Discussions
07-14-2019, 05:15 PM
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62
Class C Recommended Manufacturers?
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21,215
Posted By
Froggy1936
In many looks over the ;last 20 yrs I think the...
In many looks over the ;last 20 yrs I think the best made R/V is the Bigfoot it is made in Canada . Make sure you ck it out in your search Frank
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Newmar Owner's Forum
06-30-2019, 06:44 PM
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43
Unreasonable Repair/Maintenance Pricing?
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8,900
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Froggy1936
Wow reading those prices is amazing ! When i...
Wow reading those prices is amazing ! When i started turning wrenches in 1955 The labor rate was $5.50 per flat rate hr !
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Class A Motorhome Discussions
06-30-2019, 06:23 PM
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61
Lazy Days repair : denied service!
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17,325
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Froggy1936
Fantastic reply Love it, Though very few places...
Fantastic reply Love it, Though very few places ask the age, 1977 Mini Winnie I do all the repair & maintenance myself except tires !Did the first set in the driveway 20 yr,s ago Cant do that anymore...
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Class A Motorhome Discussions
06-27-2019, 08:07 PM
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67
12V Wet Cell Deep Cycle Batteries
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9,710
Posted By
Froggy1936
I replaced both of my house batteries in 2012...
I replaced both of my house batteries in 2012 from Pep Boys i check them ea camping season (approx June) I have never had to add any water, They are plugged in yr around to Convertor . Had similar...
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Newmar Owner's Forum
06-13-2019, 05:10 PM
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46
Please make a Signature Line
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5,163
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Froggy1936
Frank grasha
Done !:dance:
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5th Wheel Discussion
06-06-2019, 04:24 PM
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Blow outs and how to stop them
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17,675
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Froggy1936
Splane this, Tires now have a max life of 7/8 yrs...
Splane this, Tires now have a max life of 7/8 yrs with the proper care , When the cracks start to show , prepare for replacement . But hows come tires on very old veh that have been in storage or a...
Forum:
Newmar Owner's Forum
05-30-2019, 05:39 PM
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69
RV'ing Versus Trade War with China
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12,506
Posted By
Froggy1936
Reminds me of 1964 .I was The service manager of...
Reminds me of 1964 .I was The service manager of a New Foreign Car Dealer, Jaguar, Rootes, (Sunbeam & Hillman) and a new comer Datsun, When the Veh started arriving we checked them in and Pre...
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Class A Motorhome Discussions
05-26-2019, 04:27 PM
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224
Well darn!
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45,569
Posted By
Froggy1936
When a tow is necc it is best if you attach the...
When a tow is necc it is best if you attach the hook The tow truck driver would use a wiper blade if no one was watching !
Forum:
Class A Motorhome Discussions
05-26-2019, 04:19 PM
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65
Pretty Serious RV Accident on I 10 East Today.
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16,101
Posted By
Froggy1936
In any emergency Deer Retreads Even people A...
In any emergency Deer Retreads Even people A Sudden steering, major change, is fatal. for the veh . Better to try to stop or hit object head on ! Idiots rarely survive !
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MH-General Discussions & Problems
04-22-2019, 06:20 PM
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84
What do we give up with an older MH vs newer?
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11,032
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Froggy1936
What do we give up with an older MH vs newer?
Hi I recommend PeP Boys Batteries I have purchased 2 sets of twin 12V and i got 7 /8 yrs out of each set I have a newer convertor that keeps them charged , I have it always plugged into 110V year...
Forum:
Outdoors RV Owner's Forum
04-07-2019, 04:15 PM
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44
Rust on new/on the lot 23KTS
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9,026
Posted By
Froggy1936
Also in today,s world iy very possibly could be a...
Also in today,s world iy very possibly could be a flood vehicle !
Forum:
Just Conversation
03-03-2019, 09:27 PM
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52
What's This World Coming To?
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11,799
Posted By
Froggy1936
i CANNOT remember being taught many things Early...
i CANNOT remember being taught many things Early 40,s Other than woodshop and cooking classes wile in school also wood working at the Boys club But as life presented problems Washing clothes &...
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Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.
01-31-2019, 05:59 PM
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80
Looking for new laptop
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7,138
Posted By
Froggy1936
The Refurbished units are a great bargain . If...
The Refurbished units are a great bargain . If money is a problem , I have a Lenovo That i use only for GPS. Cost me $125.00 10 yrs ago . It is slow to boot up but no big deal, Turn it on and go...
Forum:
Entegra Owner's Forum
12-30-2018, 06:16 PM
Replies:
137
Is this legal??
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28,780
Posted By
Froggy1936
Non commercial triples are not legal anywhere,...
Non commercial triples are not legal anywhere, Just because they do not get stopped does not make it permissible Often Law enforcement just does not want to get involved. Also backing up is a...
Forum:
Gear and Product Discussions
12-27-2018, 04:17 PM
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80
Ceramic heaters are a fraud
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21,008
Posted By
Froggy1936
I have disassembled all of mine after a couple...
I have disassembled all of mine after a couple years the output drops to where they are useless Cleaning the element helps a little but they will not put out the heat that they did new I have bought...
Forum:
Class A Motorhome Discussions
12-23-2018, 09:06 PM
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91
I'm too chicken to become a "Full Timer"
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15,599
Posted By
Froggy1936
The biggest regret i have is the loss of a...
The biggest regret i have is the loss of a washer/dryer once a month trip to a laundromat is a real drag . Nothing else changed much as long as you can get Electric, Wi Fi ,and decent TV reception !
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iRV2.com General Discussion
12-23-2018, 08:55 PM
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85
Tell me why.....exercising a generator
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13,619
Posted By
Froggy1936
What i do is to run the carb dry when shutting...
What i do is to run the carb dry when shutting down after use , You will never have to worry about a plugged carb. I just shut off the electric fuel pump and let it run out of gas Never had a problem...
Forum:
Class A Motorhome Discussions
12-16-2018, 06:03 PM
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63
Fuel spill when filling.
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9,356
Posted By
Froggy1936
You are supposed to stay at the fill spot till...
You are supposed to stay at the fill spot till refueling is completed Holding the nozzle wile fueling would solve the problem . Or a small chain anchored at both ends that would slip up the handle to...
Forum:
Class A Motorhome Discussions
11-02-2018, 07:27 PM
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166
Class A Coffee Makers
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22,765
Posted By
Froggy1936
I also use a Keurig With Newmans cups expensive...
I also use a Keurig With Newmans cups expensive but even better coffee than mcdonalds ~Coffee maker sitson rear of sink rides there and lives there !
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