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Forum: Forum 101 | Announcements | Forum Concerns 04-26-2019, 01:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,529
Posted By nosticks
Thumbs down Too many adverts

I have been a member here for some years. My morning ritual was to have coffee at my side and spend time on my favorite forums, IRV2 being one of my first to look at each morning.

I have grown...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-17-2019, 06:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,961
Posted By nosticks
How did you seal it. If you missed the surround...

How did you seal it. If you missed the surround where the body meets the furnace opening, not the opening itself but the trim around the furnace opening, water will get to the board. Only takes a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-01-2019, 08:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,685
Posted By nosticks
An answer to the original question. Everything.

An answer to the original question. Everything.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-26-2019, 06:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,143
Posted By nosticks
I have had both. The only wireless part is the...

I have had both. The only wireless part is the cable from the camera to the dash display. You still need to get 12v to each. When installing my wireless, the instructions want you to use the back...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 02-03-2019, 11:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,152
Posted By nosticks
The v10 ford is bulletproof. I have one now and...

The v10 ford is bulletproof. I have one now and one previous. Diesels are great, but on a class 'C' I have not seen one offered in the 30' range. Quality is another thing. Coach wise, most all...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-03-2019, 10:58 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,490
Posted By nosticks
Absolutely NO Silicon anywhere near an RV.

Absolutely NO Silicon anywhere near an RV.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-01-2019, 05:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 860
Posted By nosticks
I have had three Atwood ovens over the past few...

I have had three Atwood ovens over the past few years. My current one is the only one where 350 is 350 on the dial. The other ones were low by 25 - 30 degs. Get an oven thermometer and check...
Forum: Just Conversation 01-25-2019, 01:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,976
Posted By nosticks
Having gone through this when moving to Georgia,...

Having gone through this when moving to Georgia, I can tell you there is no way to avoid the tax. It applies to any motorized vehicle you plan to register in the state. It's very painful. Someone...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-24-2019, 10:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,264
Posted By nosticks
When I traded our 2015 for a new then 2017 I was...

When I traded our 2015 for a new then 2017 I was asked nothing. They climbed up and inspected the roof, generally looked over the inside and outside, didn't try any of the appliances, checked the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-18-2019, 11:21 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,128
Posted By nosticks
2015 same as you. Not even a mention of neg....

2015 same as you. Not even a mention of neg. cable. No need to disconnect. What would be the purpose.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-17-2018, 05:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,440
Posted By nosticks
You got to be kidding with this post.

You got to be kidding with this post.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-14-2018, 06:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,116
Posted By nosticks
For those without the upside down vents, water...

For those without the upside down vents, water is getting in not because of a bad gasket but the outer compartment trim to body surround is not sealed very well and water seeps in very slowly...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-11-2018, 03:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,275
Posted By nosticks
Till you're running down the road nearly blind...

Till you're running down the road nearly blind and Ethel listens for the gravel hitting the inner wheel wells. If it is on the right side she says Fred, steer left and when it's on the left side she...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-29-2018, 05:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 871
Posted By nosticks
Before you load it with food and gear, toss in an...

Before you load it with food and gear, toss in an insect fogger and wait a day. Not much going to live through that. Then clean everything as you would a home.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-27-2018, 06:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,017
Posted By nosticks
Run away.

Run away.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-27-2018, 06:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,513
Posted By nosticks
Having a life time of all types of boats, (sail,...

Having a life time of all types of boats, (sail, trawlers, small fishing boats), airplanes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and motorhomes I can tell you boats take first place in PIA maintenance. As...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-25-2018, 06:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,834
Posted By nosticks
Your JK weighs about 4200 lbs. empty. Not much...

Your JK weighs about 4200 lbs. empty. Not much margin left if 5000 is your limit, meaning don't pile if full of camping junk and lighten up on the fuel load.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-22-2018, 06:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,408
Posted By nosticks
Ours came with a trash can and a space for to...

Ours came with a trash can and a space for to inside a cabinet under the sink, but the can is too big to be practical. I have been forever looking for a can a little smaller but not a "bathroom...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-01-2018, 05:46 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 14,405
Posted By nosticks
No.

No.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-31-2018, 05:24 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 14,405
Posted By nosticks
Good system.

Good system.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-30-2018, 12:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 652
Posted By nosticks
They don't do steaks very good and they take a...

They don't do steaks very good and they take a bit of power to operate. I have a Foreman with the removable plates, easy to clean, but meet comes out with a greyish tint between the grill lines. ...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-27-2018, 06:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,079
Posted By nosticks
Prior times, I called CS. This time I called...

Prior times, I called CS. This time I called them and they said stop your auto pay or if not on auto pay just don't pay your bill.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-25-2018, 05:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,909
Posted By nosticks
Let's make this simple. Get a hand held magnetic...

Let's make this simple. Get a hand held magnetic compass, even a cheep one. Have someone step on your trucks brake. Hold the compass close to each wheel. It the individual brake magnets are...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-21-2018, 05:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 696
Posted By nosticks
The Palmetto Bugs aka roaches are big enough to...

The Palmetto Bugs aka roaches are big enough to give them names. Some have license tags. Treat them as pets.
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 10-14-2018, 10:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,682
Posted By nosticks
Pink stuff. The auto anti is very toxic.

Pink stuff. The auto anti is very toxic.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-12-2018, 05:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,018
Posted By nosticks
Keep it simple. Ready Brute tow bar and brake...

Keep it simple. Ready Brute tow bar and brake system.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-11-2018, 06:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 568
Posted By nosticks
If it is an Atwood furnace, your control board is...

If it is an Atwood furnace, your control board is wet. Remove outside access, dry board with a hair dryer on low heat.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-09-2018, 06:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,149
Posted By nosticks
Aerospace 303

Aerospace 303
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-24-2018, 05:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,573
Posted By nosticks
My 2015 Four Winds on an E350 did not have long...

My 2015 Four Winds on an E350 did not have long stems or extenders. I bought a pair of extenders but never used them as I thought it was an additional point to leak. I got a truck gauge and chuck...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-22-2018, 11:40 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,138
Posted By nosticks
Wrangler. Does not have the wobble electric...

Wrangler. Does not have the wobble electric power steering problem.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2018, 06:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,040
Posted By nosticks
Bedroom slides are wonderful. What you want to...

Bedroom slides are wonderful. What you want to avoid is that miserable fixed rear corner berth. The below is my view on making the mistake of purchasing a motorhome with the fixed rear corner...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 09-16-2018, 05:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,886
Posted By nosticks
I-4 is now installing parking meters every 20 ft.

I-4 is now installing parking meters every 20 ft.
Forum: Just Conversation 09-08-2018, 03:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,811
Posted By nosticks
Naaaaaaaaaah.

Naaaaaaaaaah.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-07-2018, 06:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,440
Posted By nosticks
He needs a lighter toad.

He needs a lighter toad.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-01-2018, 05:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,962
Posted By nosticks
Have the Ready Brake and break away system...

Have the Ready Brake and break away system coupled Oto my Blue ox tow bar pulling my 2015 Wrangler. If I didn't already have the Blue Ox I would have used the Ready Brute Tow Bar as well. Great...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-31-2018, 11:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 479
Posted By nosticks
Control board is wet. Open the access cover from...

Control board is wet. Open the access cover from outside and dry the board with a hair dryer on low to medium. Then seal the surround between the body and the access door, not the door itself. ...
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 08-27-2018, 06:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 654
Posted By nosticks
No.

No.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 08-26-2018, 01:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,613
Posted By nosticks
Atlanta. The only time I passed directly through...

Atlanta. The only time I passed directly through Atlanta was Christmas Day 2017 mid morning and no one was on the road. Do what ever you have to do to avoid it, go west to Texas and double back to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-14-2018, 04:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 619
Posted By nosticks
Possum on the half shell.

Possum on the half shell.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-01-2018, 06:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,442
Posted By nosticks
You most likely have a roof leak in the front...

You most likely have a roof leak in the front corner. Check the sealant in the corners and around your clearance lights and the lights themselves for signs of condensation. Look outside under the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-31-2018, 05:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 751
Posted By nosticks
The only down side is getting yourself in a...

The only down side is getting yourself in a position where you need to back up. It will become a fire drill.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-31-2018, 10:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 493
Posted By nosticks
My mistake, didn't notice it was a JK to JL. ...

My mistake, didn't notice it was a JK to JL. Frames different.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-31-2018, 05:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 493
Posted By nosticks
The baseplate should transfer, but. If it was...

The baseplate should transfer, but. If it was originally installed to Blue Ox specs, red Loctite would have been used on the bolts attaching it to the frame. Good luck with that removal.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2018, 03:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 902
Posted By nosticks
If you go the reupholster route, have them...

If you go the reupholster route, have them replace the foam with high density foam. It will do no good to reskin seats using the original foam. So in this way you can get a better seat. But, watch...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-30-2018, 05:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,302
Posted By nosticks
No demand.

No demand.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2018, 05:23 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,255
Posted By nosticks
Year, Make, Model of RV? Slide Manufacturer?

Year, Make, Model of RV?
Slide Manufacturer?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-28-2018, 11:36 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 25,096
Posted By nosticks
Because they were not designed by Ikea.

Because they were not designed by Ikea.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-28-2018, 10:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,322
Posted By nosticks
Loose the aluminum wrap. Without it you should...

Loose the aluminum wrap. Without it you should be able to get 20ft of hose and couplers in there. Added benefit is after you drill out all those rivets, you won't be concerned with hose ventilation.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-28-2018, 06:27 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,676
Posted By nosticks
Take a look at a Ready Brake. Perfect and simple...

Take a look at a Ready Brake. Perfect and simple for a Wrangler. No electrical BS to go wrong, easy diy install.
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 07-27-2018, 06:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,232
Posted By nosticks
Hold stop button for about 10 sec. to prime the...

Hold stop button for about 10 sec. to prime the fuel pump. Press start button. If you have more than a quarter tank of fuel it should start. There will be a delay ( about 15 sec.) after it starts...
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