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Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-10-2018, 08:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,956
Posted By pagosajoe
Indeed, 160 is a major east-west route in...

Indeed, 160 is a major east-west route in southern Colorado. However, there are frequent crashes involving semi trucks. Sadly there are fatalities involved. Many of these incidents involve drivers...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-08-2016, 11:02 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,995
Posted By pagosajoe
RV Trader did it for us. Sold in less than three...

RV Trader did it for us. Sold in less than three weeks. Good luck!
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 04-03-2016, 09:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 940
Posted By pagosajoe
Thanks everyone! I'll still hang around and...

Thanks everyone! I'll still hang around and check in once in awhile. We really enjoyed the fact that this forum is full of friendly, helpful people. We benefited from that over the years, and were...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 04-02-2016, 07:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,924
Posted By pagosajoe
Ummm...you are correct , sir! Can't tell you how...

Ummm...you are correct , sir! Can't tell you how many times I've done that. Indeed, it's I-15. Thanks for catching that goof! :thumb:

Joe
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 04-01-2016, 02:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,123
Posted By pagosajoe
This MAY be of help. I installed a Winegard...

This MAY be of help. I installed a Winegard Trav'ler on our Discovery, with no problems at all:

https://www.irv2.com/forums/f107/winegard-travler-installation-diy-218558.html

Hope that helps!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-01-2016, 01:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,153
Posted By pagosajoe
RV Trader is very good. Sold ours within a few...

RV Trader is very good. Sold ours within a few weeks.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 04-01-2016, 01:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,924
Posted By pagosajoe
I would recommend I-70 through Colorado, then...

I would recommend I-70 through Colorado, then I-25 south to Las Vegas, then over to Santa Barbara. Beautiful scenery along the way. Colorado has mountain passes that will mean slow going - both up...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-31-2016, 02:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 940
Posted By pagosajoe
Goodbye, Farewell, Amen

Our beautiful Discovery coach has been sold to some wonderful folks here in Colorado, so we won't be hanging around the forum nearly as much in the future. We may lurk a bit, however. ;)

Many...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-29-2016, 06:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 642
Posted By pagosajoe
Welcome to iRV2! As another USAF retiree...

Welcome to iRV2! As another USAF retiree (although about 22 years ago), I'd say follow your dreams! Fleetwood has a great customer service organization. We've been very happy with our Discovery. ...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 03-29-2016, 12:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,897
Posted By pagosajoe
:welcome: Welcome! Others will chip in...

:welcome:

Welcome! Others will chip in their thoughts, but Lance is a great manufacturer, and located in the central CA area (Lancaster):

Lance Travel Trailers | Ultra Light Weight Trailers...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-29-2016, 09:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,505
Posted By pagosajoe
Our 2012 Discovery 36J, Freightliner chassis, has...

Our 2012 Discovery 36J, Freightliner chassis, has no covers on the front axles. Asked the dealer when we bought it, they said they don't come with covers.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-27-2016, 03:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,629
Posted By pagosajoe
An easy way is to buy Dish 211K receivers, then...

An easy way is to buy Dish 211K receivers, then add an external hard drive. Dish will activate the received for DVR for $40. Here's one example:
...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-25-2016, 08:36 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,054
Posted By pagosajoe
Walter White wanted an upgrade from his and...

Walter White wanted an upgrade from his and Jesse's old Winnebago.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-20-2016, 11:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 838
Posted By pagosajoe
Congrats! Nice looking rig! Hope you have many...

Congrats! Nice looking rig! Hope you have many miles of fun!

73,

Joe
WDØM
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-20-2016, 10:24 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,372
Posted By pagosajoe
To be a liberal shows that you have no fear.......

To be a liberal shows that you have no fear.... :thumb:

Joe
Colonel, USAF (Ret)
Liberal and proud of it :D
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-20-2016, 10:21 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,372
Posted By pagosajoe
Be sure to locate it in Stoner, Colorado, just...

Be sure to locate it in Stoner, Colorado, just about 120 miles from us here in Pagosa Springs. :cool:

Stoner, CO - Stoner, Colorado Map & Directions - MapQuest...
Forum: Just Conversation 03-17-2016, 08:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,636
Posted By pagosajoe
x2!! :thumb:

x2!! :thumb:
Forum: Southwest Region 03-16-2016, 10:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,410
Posted By pagosajoe
Albuquerque is about 65 miles from Santa Fe. ...

Albuquerque is about 65 miles from Santa Fe. I-25 is an easy drive between them, should you decide to stay in one place and then drive the toad.

The Hollywood Casino is located in Bernalillo,...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-07-2016, 01:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,956
Posted By pagosajoe
Not knowing exactly where you're departing from,...

Not knowing exactly where you're departing from, I'd recommend that you head over to Santa Fe, NM on I-40, then turn north on highway 84 through Santa Fe.

That's the route where you will not run...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 03-04-2016, 01:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,953
Posted By pagosajoe
Highway 395 through Bishop to Reno is very scenic...

Highway 395 through Bishop to Reno is very scenic - used live in Bishop. There are lots of RV parks along the way. Here's a list of the parks in Bishop with a review:

Bishop, CA Campground...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-02-2016, 11:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,956
Posted By pagosajoe
It appears that this is a continuing issue with...

It appears that this is a continuing issue with the Fleetwood Discovery. We had the same issue with our 2012 36J after the warranty had expired.
...
Forum: New Member Check-In 02-29-2016, 04:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 665
Posted By pagosajoe
Welcome! And, be sure to see the North Rim when...

Welcome! And, be sure to see the North Rim when it opens 15 May!
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-29-2016, 01:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 25,450
Posted By pagosajoe
Do you have more than 1/4 tank of fuel? The fuel...

Do you have more than 1/4 tank of fuel? The fuel pickup typically stops the generator if the fuel tank is below that level.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-29-2016, 08:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,930
Posted By pagosajoe
Well wishes to your wife. Very fortunate! ...

Well wishes to your wife. Very fortunate!

We love our GMC Acadia - 5000 pounds, tows great, automatic, 4-down flat towable. Flip a switch to remove a fuse, and you're ready to tow.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-28-2016, 06:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,437
Posted By pagosajoe
I installed a new Winegard Travler on our 2012...

I installed a new Winegard Travler on our 2012 Fleetwood Discovery 36J and here's how I did it:

https://www.irv2.com/forums/f107/winegard-travler-installation-diy-218558.html

I tied very strong...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-28-2016, 09:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,170
Posted By pagosajoe
Parking in downtown Pagosa is a bit of a...

Parking in downtown Pagosa is a bit of a challenge. It's a very old town, and most side streets are narrow. IF you can find a spot on the main street through town (Highway 160), you may be able to...
Forum: Full-Timers 02-21-2016, 04:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,647
Posted By pagosajoe
Had Verizon, switched to T-Mobile, within a week...

Had Verizon, switched to T-Mobile, within a week we were back with Verizon.
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 02-18-2016, 04:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 752
Posted By pagosajoe
It's a common, unfortunate problem in many...

It's a common, unfortunate problem in many coaches. Here's where we discussed it, and inside the link below there are other references...hope it helps!
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-18-2016, 03:56 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,451
Posted By pagosajoe
My understanding is that MH Magazine is owned by...

My understanding is that MH Magazine is owned by Camping World - hence all the monthly ads for their products. Could be that they have an "agreement" with many companies to place articles in the...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-17-2016, 11:00 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,170
Posted By pagosajoe
September in Pagosa offers some fun things to do....

September in Pagosa offers some fun things to do. The ColorFest is a celebration of the fall colors, and a hot air balloon festival. It's a combination of food, wine and microbrews, along with hot...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-16-2016, 11:00 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 11,090
Posted By pagosajoe
This system works great!

This system works great!
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-16-2016, 09:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,793
Posted By pagosajoe
We bought our Disco from LaMesa in Albuquerque. ...

We bought our Disco from LaMesa in Albuquerque. Good people, good price.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-16-2016, 08:22 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,170
Posted By pagosajoe
Nice to know that you had a good time in Pagosa! ...

Nice to know that you had a good time in Pagosa! The valley at the base of Wolf Creek Pass is one of the most beautiful places in Colorado. You chose wisely! :cool:
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-15-2016, 10:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,734
Posted By pagosajoe
Creede, CO. Beautiful old mining town. Creede...

Creede, CO. Beautiful old mining town. Creede Rep theater has great theatrical productions, lots of great shopping opportunities - gorgeous scenery. Elevation 8799 feet.

Mountainviews RV Park...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-15-2016, 07:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,170
Posted By pagosajoe
That we are...Pagosa is a great place! And,...

That we are...Pagosa is a great place! And, thanks for the kind words. :)
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-14-2016, 04:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,170
Posted By pagosajoe
Let me echo the difficulties you'd face on...

Let me echo the difficulties you'd face on Highway 82 over Independence Pass - and yes, there's a length restriction of 35 feet overall. Beautiful scenery, however, you may want to check this link:...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-14-2016, 11:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,631
Posted By pagosajoe
Not sure this is pertinent to your situation, but...

Not sure this is pertinent to your situation, but if someone reviews your post about windshield wipers not working, I thought I'd mention our experience.

We had an issue with windshield wipers...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-06-2016, 01:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 855
Posted By pagosajoe
Her's a weather chart for historical average...

Her's a weather chart for historical average temperatures at the South Rim:

August Weather for Grand Canyon, AZ | Weather Underground (https://bit.ly/1Ps2xdE)

It will be warm to toasty. Have a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-02-2016, 07:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,218
Posted By pagosajoe
Lived in Bishop for many years - the advice given...

Lived in Bishop for many years - the advice given above is correct. Have a fun trip!
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-01-2016, 03:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,170
Posted By pagosajoe
Here's some info. I doubt you will be able to...

Here's some info. I doubt you will be able to take an ORV through much of the park.The Navajo people are understandably very sensitive as to how visitors treat their land. Most uses require a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-31-2016, 09:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,430
Posted By pagosajoe
Interesting discussion and business model. ...

Interesting discussion and business model. Thanks to this discussion, we contacted Dream Finders and signed up. Very painless process, no commitment, no contract, just your word of honor to pay 1%...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 01-28-2016, 11:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,981
Posted By pagosajoe
Here's a good bet: The Bible of North...

Here's a good bet:

The Bible of North Country Travel - The MILEPOST (https://www.themilepost.com/)

Lists all the campgrounds/RV parks on the Alaska Highway along the way. Have fun! Used to...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-27-2016, 10:45 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,176
Posted By pagosajoe
Bryce and Zion are definitely worth the trip. We...

Bryce and Zion are definitely worth the trip. We had a great time, hiked numerous trails, enjoyed the scenery. There is a tunnel on the east entrance/exit. Larger RVs need to have the tunnel...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-27-2016, 10:42 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,176
Posted By pagosajoe
Don't miss the north rim if you can make it, but...

Don't miss the north rim if you can make it, but be aware that it doesn't open (typically) until May 15th. We were there last opening day, and were treated to a snow storm. The campground has room...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-23-2016, 11:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,372
Posted By pagosajoe
We have our 2012 Discovery 36J serviced at...

We have our 2012 Discovery 36J serviced at Speedco for about $275 for an oil change/lube. That's it.
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-23-2016, 09:55 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,545
Posted By pagosajoe
Welcome to IRV2! Spent nearly 20 years in...

Welcome to IRV2! Spent nearly 20 years in Alaska, from Fairbanks to Anchorage to Homer. Welcome from another sourdough!

You've found a great place to share ideas/problems with other RVers. Our...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 01-19-2016, 11:02 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,161
Posted By pagosajoe
I strongly suspect the mixing valve. Ours failed...

I strongly suspect the mixing valve. Ours failed after 2 years. Same symptoms with either propane or electric.

To get to it the RV tech had to remove some of the bedroom wall where the...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 01-18-2016, 08:32 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 14,365
Posted By pagosajoe
USAA couldn't match The Hartford/AARP rates on...

USAA couldn't match The Hartford/AARP rates on our RV or on the cars/house. I've been with USAA for nearly 50 years and love the company. If you're AARP eligible, The Hartford can't be beat. A...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-12-2016, 01:17 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,459
Posted By pagosajoe
First, welcome to IRV2! Lots of friendly folks...

First, welcome to IRV2! Lots of friendly folks here are happy to help you out with great information.

I too would recommend that you start by renting an RV that is similar to what you may wish to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-06-2016, 10:28 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,738
Posted By pagosajoe
Perhaps depends on location? We have it...

Perhaps depends on location? We have it delivered by our propane supplier here in CO that provides it for home heating as well. They've been great in providing that service.
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