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Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-09-2013, 07:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,395
Posted By Yarcola
No, that's not what I'm saying. I would...

No, that's not what I'm saying. I would understand if that was the case, and I would never have made the comment if it was. I know that some Cracker Barrels have very limited parking but the...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 12-09-2013, 07:36 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 12,938
Posted By Yarcola
From December 2013 Consumer Reports:

From December 2013 Consumer Reports:
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-07-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,395
Posted By Yarcola
The Pensacola Cracker Barrel usually has the "RV...

The Pensacola Cracker Barrel usually has the "RV and Bus Parking Only" lot full of cars. We've eaten at a lot of Cracker Barrels, and the people usually obey the signs, but for some reason the...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-07-2013, 01:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,395
Posted By Yarcola
The Pensacola Walmart on Pensacola Blvd. is about...

The Pensacola Walmart on Pensacola Blvd. is about two miles north of I-10 exit 10, (Highway 29). It's very convenient to the interstate, in a decent neighborhood, and I see RVs there most of the...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 12-02-2013, 05:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,115
Posted By Yarcola
If you really need to go lightweight consider a...

If you really need to go lightweight consider a molded fiberglass trailer like Casita, Scamp, EggCamper, Lil Snoozy, or Escape. They usually cost a little more than the stick and staple or laminate...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-18-2013, 06:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,486
Posted By Yarcola
Two other molded fiberglass trailers in that size...

Two other molded fiberglass trailers in that size range are from Escape - they make a 19' and a 21'. As said above, molded fiberglass trailers cost more than stick built, but hold their value and...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-14-2013, 09:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,274
Posted By Yarcola
Topsail is wooded if you stay in the back loop. ...

Topsail is wooded if you stay in the back loop. The front loop is pretty much open with little or no privacy between the campers.
Topsail and Grayton Beach State Parks - in Florida Panhandle -...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-14-2013, 09:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,725
Posted By Yarcola
All of the many brands of molded fiberglass...

All of the many brands of molded fiberglass trailers use total length, not the length of the living space. (Maybe this is because they are all so short?)
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-11-2013, 02:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,092
Posted By Yarcola
A really nice, commercial RV park, in a really...

A really nice, commercial RV park, in a really nice neighborhood, but close to restaurants, stores, etc., is Pensacola RV park:
Pensacola RV Park (https://www.pensacolarvpark.com/)
It's about 25...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-11-2013, 02:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,252
Posted By Yarcola
Don't believe dealers. FlexFuel simply means...

Don't believe dealers. FlexFuel simply means that, in addition to "regular" gasoline, it is set up to burn E85 Ethanol (bio-fuel). You will actually get lower MPG with FlexFuel. The 21MPG rating...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-04-2013, 04:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,352
Posted By Yarcola
More ideas, and a note on Gulf State Park being...

More ideas, and a note on Gulf State Park being full this time of year:
What A Difference A Month Makes (Gulf State Park, Alabama) - Fiberglass RV...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-07-2013, 11:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,398
Posted By Yarcola
I used Overstock.com to purchase my last two...

I used Overstock.com to purchase my last two vehicles, including my Tundra pickup truck. You will only find good deals on the vehicles that are not moving well or are being closed out. We found a...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-30-2013, 10:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,071
Posted By Yarcola
Instead of going back across Wyoming, why don't...

Instead of going back across Wyoming, why don't you swing south and see the really spectacular national parks and monuments in Utah and Colorado?
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-24-2013, 05:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,192
Posted By Yarcola
Here's a review I did of Topsail: Topsail and...

Here's a review I did of Topsail: Topsail and Grayton Beach State Parks - in Florida Panhandle - Fiberglass RV...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-21-2013, 10:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,561
Posted By Yarcola
Look up the Alabama state parks along your way,...

Look up the Alabama state parks along your way, (in Alabama, of course). We have stayed at Joe Wheeler in North Alabama, Oak Mountain near Birmingham, and Gulf State Park near Mobile. They are all...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-20-2013, 05:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,453
Posted By Yarcola
Yes, delamination can occur with the sandwich...

Yes, delamination can occur with the sandwich type of construction if not properly made, but not with the molded fiberglass types. These are solid fiberglass, not a thin layer of fiberglass glued to...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-19-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,453
Posted By Yarcola
In the very small sizes forget both - go with...

In the very small sizes forget both - go with solid, molded fiberglass - built like a boat. Very strong, very light, but more expensive than either "sided" type, although they hold their value very...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-19-2013, 12:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,747
Posted By Yarcola
For somewhat larger trailers that are still well...

For somewhat larger trailers that are still well within your limits consider the 19' or 21' Escape models. Considerably more expensive than a Casita but still all molded fiberglass, and less...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-18-2013, 12:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,770
Posted By Yarcola
The University of Florida recommends using baby...

The University of Florida recommends using baby oil.
ENY-329/MG068: Lovebugs in Florida (https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/mg068)
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-14-2013, 06:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,639
Posted By Yarcola
That's exactly the same truck and engine I have,...

That's exactly the same truck and engine I have, (a 2011 BTW). However, with my little 17' EggCamper I have no need for wdh or sway control. The trailer manufacturer recommend against them and in...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-13-2013, 05:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,770
Posted By Yarcola
Last night the news said that this is the worst...

Last night the news said that this is the worst in over three years. Probably because we've had a lot more rain this summer.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-12-2013, 03:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,306
Posted By Yarcola
I just looked up the average temperatures for...

I just looked up the average temperatures for Gulf Shores, Alabama - where Gulf State Park is located; and the average high and low temperatures for November 25th are 67 and 47.
Average Weather For...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-12-2013, 03:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,306
Posted By Yarcola
I was talking to a State Park ranger in a nearby...

I was talking to a State Park ranger in a nearby Florida park, (St. Joseph Peninsula), and he said that their campground might be nearly empty the weeks before and after Thanksgiving, but it fills...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-12-2013, 09:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,434
Posted By Yarcola
Lots of small, molded fiberglass trailers will...

Lots of small, molded fiberglass trailers will meet your needs. Scamp, Casita, Lil Snoozy, EggCamper, Escape, etc. These all-fiberglass trailers cost more than the stick and staple traditional...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-02-2013, 09:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,140
Posted By Yarcola
Topsail State Park sounds like what your might be...

Topsail State Park sounds like what your might be looking for.
Here's a review I did of it for another site:
Topsail and Grayton Beach State Parks - in Florida Panhandle - Fiberglass RV...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-27-2013, 08:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,442
Posted By Yarcola
We can't cook a meal without the smoke alarm...

We can't cook a meal without the smoke alarm going off in our trailer. Now, we just unhook it and place it outside before cooking. Yup, in your case, you need to buy a new one - of a different...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-24-2013, 08:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,967
Posted By Yarcola
After visiting Townsend I decided to never stay...

After visiting Townsend I decided to never stay in Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg again, especially in the Fall. Townsend is very quiet and just as convenient to the national park, but doesn't have all...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-14-2013, 04:54 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,636
Posted By Yarcola
We only pull a little 2500 lb EggCamper, but I...

We only pull a little 2500 lb EggCamper, but I now get better fuel economy pulling it with my small V8 Tundra (14 mpg), than I did when I used my V6 Chevy S-10, (12 - 13 mpg).
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-10-2013, 07:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,014
Posted By Yarcola
I swore I would never visit Gatlinburg/Pigeon...

I swore I would never visit Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge in the Fall again. Bumper to bumper traffic and 45 minute waits if someone in front of you sees a bear (etc.), and wants a picture. Townsend is a...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-27-2013, 06:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,344
Posted By Yarcola
When I was in the market for a new Toyota Tundra...

When I was in the market for a new Toyota Tundra my wife told me she wouldn't be seen in one that said TRD on the side. Whoever came up with that designation should be fired.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 07-10-2013, 05:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,092
Posted By Yarcola
I can highly recommend both Trace State Park in...

I can highly recommend both Trace State Park in Mississippi and Oak Mountain in Alabama. Nice lakefront sites in both parks. Both have full service sites (including sewer), and are very scenic. ...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-08-2013, 02:09 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 23,419
Posted By Yarcola
The new 21' Escape is pretty close to what you...

The new 21' Escape is pretty close to what you want.
21 Foot Escape (https://escapetrailer.com/Products/21FootEscape).
It doesn't have the slide, but it's molded fiberglass construction (similar to...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 07-08-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 615
Posted By Yarcola
This should be the last day of high rain chance. ...

This should be the last day of high rain chance. At our house in Pensacola we've only had one brief shower since May 4th, now, these last four days we've had over eleven inches! And some places...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-29-2013, 08:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 616
Posted By Yarcola
From New Orleans to the eastern shore of Mobile...

From New Orleans to the eastern shore of Mobile Bay you can take 90 along the coast, then take 98 once you cross Mobile Bay. 98 along the coast of the Florida panhandle is a very scenic, but slow...
Forum: Expandables, Hybrids, & Lightweights Discussion 06-26-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,052
Posted By Yarcola
And, I think Hi-Lo is now out of business.

And, I think Hi-Lo is now out of business.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-15-2013, 08:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,183
Posted By Yarcola
Etrailer is a great source for most things...

Etrailer is a great source for most things relating to trailers.
Here is their page for 14" wheels: Wheel Only 14 Inch 5 on 4-1/2 Inch Tires and Wheels | etrailer.com...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-14-2013, 07:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,118
Posted By Yarcola
I think these were the ones I bought: Americana...

I think these were the ones I bought: Americana Aluminum Star Mag Trailer Wheel - 14" x 5-1/2" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 Americana Tires and Wheels AM20305...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-14-2013, 11:46 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,212
Posted By Yarcola
75mph? Tirerack says they are either Q or R...

75mph? Tirerack says they are either Q or R speed rated, which is 99 or 106 mph.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-14-2013, 08:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,118
Posted By Yarcola
Our 17' EggCamper came with Kendra Karriers and...

Our 17' EggCamper came with Kendra Karriers and they served us well for three years, but I hated limiting our speed to 65mph. That's why I switched to the Kumho 857 (195R14 106/104R D). Speed...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-13-2013, 05:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,102
Posted By Yarcola
Oh, and most of the Kumho 857 tires are made in...

Oh, and most of the Kumho 857 tires are made in Korea, NOT China. (Although one of the three models is made in China, so be careful with which you order.)
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-13-2013, 05:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,102
Posted By Yarcola
This is what you want: Go to Tirerack for...

This is what you want:

Go to Tirerack for the Kumho radial 857. I bought these after finding out that ST tires are only rated for 65mph. The Kumho 857 sizes are rated for 99 or 106mph!

Quote...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-23-2013, 01:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 685
Posted By Yarcola
We enjoyed our stay there in October very much. ...

We enjoyed our stay there in October very much. I always make a record of our favorite sites in each place we stay, but at Manatee Springs I simply said "they're all nice."
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 05-10-2013, 12:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,103
Posted By Yarcola
etrailer.com is a great company to deal with.

etrailer.com is a great company to deal with.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-10-2013, 12:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 922
Posted By Yarcola
If you take Tom325's advice and take I-65 I can...

If you take Tom325's advice and take I-65 I can recommend Oak Mountain State Park just south of Birmingham. It's close to the interstate, has FULL hook-ups, in a beautiful location with trails, and...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-09-2013, 02:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,250
Posted By Yarcola
Although we've always found the hotels and...

Although we've always found the hotels and restaurants very reasonable in Orlando - off site from Disney, that is; when we need more than one room we will rent a condo or house through "vrbo" or...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-09-2013, 02:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,108
Posted By Yarcola
We've never been to Rainbow Springs, but it's not...

We've never been to Rainbow Springs, but it's not far from Manatee Springs State Park, which we enjoyed very much. The sites at Manatee Springs are all nice, pretty much can't go wrong with any of...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-09-2013, 02:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 922
Posted By Yarcola
Hunting Island State Park in SC, just north of GA...

Hunting Island State Park in SC, just north of GA is beautiful! It's a half hour or more from the interstate, but the park and Beaufort are both worth the trip and deserve a couple of days visit at...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-02-2013, 11:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 720
Posted By Yarcola
In the Blackwater State Forest you have the...

In the Blackwater State Forest you have the Blackwater River State Park and several campgrounds run by the state forest service. You can get reservations for the state park, but not for those run by...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-04-2013, 05:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 581
Posted By Yarcola
I did, but it was when I was a boy scout back in...

I did, but it was when I was a boy scout back in the late 50s, so I doubt that anything I remember about it would be of much help. I do remember that I thought it was a very nice park and I enjoyed...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 04-04-2013, 09:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,868
Posted By Yarcola
If you do get a molded fiberglass RV (like a...

If you do get a molded fiberglass RV (like a Scamp, Casita, etc.), I suggest that you also join the forum devoted to that type of trailers: https://www.fiberglassrv.com/
They will be able to answer...
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