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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-25-2013, 12:08 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 12,063
Posted By fredaevans
As a retired Banking Exec., I can. Like an auto,...

As a retired Banking Exec., I can. Like an auto, you drive it off the lot and 25'ish percent of the sales price has just gone down the "Loo." Repoing a car is one thing, repoing a trailer/MH is...
Forum: Northwest Region 08-25-2013, 11:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,245
Posted By fredaevans
This may sound 'silly' but Google fly fishing...

This may sound 'silly' but Google fly fishing boards and post up your question. 99.9% of these folks don't even know this Fora (or care?) but SpeyPages/FFF USA has tonnes of folks who live here in...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-15-2013, 01:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,905
Posted By fredaevans
This may sound silly, but it works. Put bags of...

This may sound silly, but it works. Put bags of ice cubes in both tanks next time you take a drive. Toilet and pull the shower drain screen for the grey water tank. Amazing how well that works with...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-21-2013, 12:01 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 25,064
Posted By fredaevans
I so hear you Teffy. Similar experience, but for...

I so hear you Teffy. Similar experience, but for fishing. CG's damned near empty during the winter. (Live there, a few full time residents, most of which work in the office to off set their space...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 01-24-2013, 12:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,271
Posted By fredaevans
Been years since I did the Hwy 1 pit and you only really want to do this by auto.

Mendocino County

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Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 01-24-2013, 11:45 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,271
Posted By fredaevans
Once you get north of San Francisco on 101 you're...

Once you get north of San Francisco on 101 you're 'home free' save for the bay area to Cloverdale traffic. Once north of there the only place you really have to pay attention is going through the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-11-2013, 11:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,040
Posted By fredaevans
This one of those times I'd love to be wrong....

This one of those times I'd love to be wrong. :thumb: Know nothing about the kit, but most glass in a MH is going to be double pane. How do you get the moisture that's already there 'out?'
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-11-2013, 01:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,110
Posted By fredaevans
+1 here. The extra '20' is the safety...

+1 here. The extra '20' is the safety factor.:angel:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-11-2013, 12:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,040
Posted By fredaevans
I suspect you're toast vis a vis a DIY. Once they...

I suspect you're toast vis a vis a DIY. Once they loose their seal, that's usually 'it.' Any good auto glass place should be able to order/build you a new one.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-09-2013, 05:23 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,184
Posted By fredaevans
Beat me to the point.

There are usually two 'auto starters' in a MH: furnace and hot water. As noted above these have to be manually turned off.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-08-2013, 11:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,184
Posted By fredaevans
Honestly can't understand why you'd ask this question.

Sheesh.

Not a few pounds of PP, but a 'hundred gallon' of same. A leak and someone walks by with a lit smoke (YES, you're not supposed to do that either) and

KABLOOOOIE!
:facepalm:

Even...
Forum: Just Conversation 01-08-2013, 11:24 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,933
Posted By fredaevans
Second Mortgage, but worth every Penny.:thumb: ...

Second Mortgage, but worth every Penny.:thumb:

I've nailed two of my neighbor's homes together; rip out the adjoining wall and heat bill was cut in half. Or so I'm told.:angel:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-06-2013, 04:55 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,930
Posted By fredaevans
Ed brings up several excellent thoughts above and...

Ed brings up several excellent thoughts above and I'll toss in one more. PLAN AHEAD where you'll get your fuel. Many standard service stations now sell Diesel as well as Petrol. But the actual pump...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-05-2013, 12:40 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,041
Posted By fredaevans
Don't know the 'brand' off the top of my head,...

Don't know the 'brand' off the top of my head, but have the 'all in one.' Washer worked a total treat (just small loads) but the dryer was a dunce. Turned out the heat rod had given up the Ghost....
Forum: Just Conversation 01-05-2013, 12:07 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,933
Posted By fredaevans
Exclamation You DESPERATELY need to run down a Henweight. The...

You DESPERATELY need to run down a Henweight. The blinker fluid ah-vers-e-0-r is run by 240 volts. This why you need a second Gennie in that 46' motor home. Just trust me on this one .... :angel:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-05-2013, 11:58 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,930
Posted By fredaevans
Soo true.

For something this (total) long I'd strongly recommend you take some 'commercial driver' training. Even just towing a car behind a 41 footer you'll be over 50 feet and then adding another 20 to that?...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 01-05-2013, 11:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,687
Posted By fredaevans
This particular RV park (per a quick Google) gets...

This particular RV park (per a quick Google) gets very mixed reviews. You'll love the Pike Place Market and adjoining streets. Schedule 'all day,' it will take you all day. Original Starbucks Coffee...
Forum: Just Conversation 01-02-2013, 11:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,847
Posted By fredaevans
We 'Agree to disagree."

:nonono:I live in Oar-E-Gone and I know better. As to "where the fault lies" is an interesting question, which goes back to my previous post. 'Why that route in Winter?'
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-01-2013, 11:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,982
Posted By fredaevans
Interesting thought about the mineral oil, not...

Interesting thought about the mineral oil, not heard that before. BUT as for adding water BE SURE TO USE DISTILLED WATER! Not tap water.
Forum: Just Conversation 01-01-2013, 10:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,847
Posted By fredaevans
Northeastern Oregon is not a place to mess around...

Northeastern Oregon is not a place to mess around in during the winter. What baffles me is why the driver picked the route he did at this time of the year. Considering where they were, why not over...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-29-2012, 11:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,687
Posted By fredaevans
Good advice above. I'll only add one thing and...

Good advice above. I'll only add one thing and that as you get into the Dakota's, west into Montana (even eastern Washington) fuel stops can be few and far between even on I-90 (almost found that...
Forum: Just Conversation 12-16-2012, 02:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,679
Posted By fredaevans
Been 'down that road' several times DP, several...

Been 'down that road' several times DP, several times. Folks beach launching their 'boat' off a mud beach (getting it/you back out is a whole different story), snow banks up on Mt. Ashland, etc. 4x4...
Forum: Just Conversation 12-16-2012, 01:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,668
Posted By fredaevans
Yup, these Guys are 'wired' from the moment of...

Yup, these Guys are 'wired' from the moment of birth. Never met a dog that could equal them for pure pent up energy. Get used to it, nothing will ever change.
Forum: Just Conversation 12-16-2012, 01:48 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 39,632
Posted By fredaevans
Yup!

Point by point including the no letter 'e' in the word ... or as appropriate the inclusion. Very similar (blending) of 'wine.' They have a 'style' they want to repeat year after year .. some of this,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-15-2012, 09:37 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,908
Posted By fredaevans
Boy 'o Boy, is that the understatement of the...

Boy 'o Boy, is that the understatement of the day. For Jollies actually try to get a real person on the phone at PayPal. It isn't going to happen.:cool:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-14-2012, 01:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 845
Posted By fredaevans
Just my guess here only.

Trying to get a wire diagram for (most, if not all) MH's is a non-strarter. These kinds of problems are when you just pull out your cheque book and 'Pay the Man.':sad:

My guess is you have more...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-14-2012, 12:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,629
Posted By fredaevans
Glad to read this post as it reminded me of...

Glad to read this post as it reminded me of winter maintenance I'd forgotten!!

MY BAD!:banghead:

Greatest thing since 'sliced bread' for this issue are the 'Dryzit' (think I got the spelling...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-14-2012, 12:31 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,908
Posted By fredaevans
Late joiner in this thread, but Google Maps now...

Late joiner in this thread, but Google Maps now has 'Google Streets' with real time photo's of the area .... right down to a given street address. Saw the Google Guy driving around White City this...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-14-2012, 12:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,012
Posted By fredaevans
While driving 'Music' is very rare. What isn't...

While driving 'Music' is very rare. What isn't 'rare' is books on tape (usually CD's now). No need to buy (unless you want same) your local Library will have scads of them and can order up others...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-14-2012, 12:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,239
Posted By fredaevans
I like GOOD NEWS!!!:thumb::dance:

I like GOOD NEWS!!!:thumb::dance:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-05-2012, 07:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,803
Posted By fredaevans
What he said = +1. You're about to drop a hell of...

What he said = +1. You're about to drop a hell of a lot of $$$$$$$ (my guess). Would you consider buying a used car with out an independent go through? Prior to purchasing my 'current' had a local...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-02-2012, 08:20 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,880
Posted By fredaevans
+1 and ooooooh soooo yes. :banghead:

+1 and ooooooh soooo yes. :banghead:
Forum: Just Conversation 11-29-2012, 05:32 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 11,619
Posted By fredaevans
Read the above and had to laugh. Same thing here...

Read the above and had to laugh. Same thing here in White City, Oregon. Have 'things' (fishing gear) sent to me from the UK, and I 'trans-ship' to the UK. Two different postal services. With all this...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-29-2012, 05:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 954
Posted By fredaevans
Just a thought only.

Closely check the sides of the slide to see if something has fallen in the way and is blocking the slide. Had this happen to me once.
Forum: Just Conversation 11-28-2012, 07:50 AM
Replies: 321
Views: 39,632
Posted By fredaevans
This gets my vote for "Post of the Day." ...

This gets my vote for "Post of the Day."
:thumb:

But you can modify a subject line. Click 'Edit' and "Go Advanced.'
Fred
Forum: Just Conversation 11-27-2012, 04:51 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 39,632
Posted By fredaevans
'Pure water' is by far the best. Probably not...

'Pure water' is by far the best. Probably not widely available but we can get actual bottled glacier melt water. 10,000 year old snow water and an Isley Whisky. HEAVEN!!:angel:

Bye the bye, if...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 11-27-2012, 04:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,093
Posted By fredaevans
One other possibility is if you have the actual...

One other possibility is if you have the actual drain to the dump line closed AND both the black and grey open, water from one will travel into the other. Given typical usage you'll probably use 10...
Forum: Country Coach Owners Forum 11-27-2012, 04:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,114
Posted By fredaevans
Wink "If you have to ask how much it costs, you can't...

"If you have to ask how much it costs, you can't afford it."

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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-23-2012, 10:43 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,857
Posted By fredaevans
You made many of the basic 'arguments' for and...

You made many of the basic 'arguments' for and against dropping $100K. Real bottom line is unless you're going to actually use the thing more than a couple months out of the year .... it probably...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-22-2012, 08:18 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,931
Posted By fredaevans
Oh Soooooo Yes. Always have a road map along with...

Oh Soooooo Yes. Always have a road map along with you. Most GPS units just think you're in a car .... you're not. My old unit got me into more than a few 'interesting situations.'
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-21-2012, 10:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,606
Posted By fredaevans
Exclamation NO!!!!!!!! Get it fixed ASAP!

NO!!!!!!!!

Get it fixed ASAP!
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 11-21-2012, 10:36 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,149
Posted By fredaevans
I think WG's hit the nail on the head vis a vis...

I think WG's hit the nail on the head vis a vis dog breeds. The Park Owner may well have 'no vote' in the matter. Everyone understands 'most' RV'ers will have a pet of some sort; but the Ins. Carrier...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-21-2012, 10:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,100
Posted By fredaevans
If recharging batteries (including your cell or...

If recharging batteries (including your cell or CB) out in the boonies is important, this is a product that you should consider: Amazon.com: Goal Zero 19010 Guide 10 Plus Small Adventure Kit:...
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 11-20-2012, 07:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,895
Posted By fredaevans
I use the same thing, but two units. One in the...

I use the same thing, but two units. One in the bedroom and the other in the main cabin. As supliments to the regular floor furnace, they worked a treat. You will have to use the FF to circulate the...
Forum: Just Conversation 11-20-2012, 07:39 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 9,038
Posted By fredaevans
One of the reasons for that is Union Membership...

One of the reasons for that is Union Membership has been falling for many years. Far less than 5% of all private sector jobs involve a union of any kind. How many times have unions tried to get a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-20-2012, 07:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,100
Posted By fredaevans
Interesting you should bring this up. Was...

Interesting you should bring this up. Was researching the product just last week. First, I'm not even sure you can purchase same at this time. Secondly, if battery life is an issue just bring another...
Forum: Just Conversation 11-20-2012, 06:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 953
Posted By fredaevans
Don't play (trouble counting to 15;)) but have...

Don't play (trouble counting to 15;)) but have watched hundreds of games over the years.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-19-2012, 06:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,593
Posted By fredaevans
Interesting reads. Had a 32 now a 36 ... amazing...

Interesting reads. Had a 32 now a 36 ... amazing what just 4 feet adds to the party. And detracts. Just conversation, but once at the 36 (and above) parking things get interesting in 'tight spots.'...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-19-2012, 06:31 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,270
Posted By fredaevans
Good answers above, but 'mat is not your friend'...

Good answers above, but 'mat is not your friend' as noted above. If you want to go down this route take 1 or 2 inch fome (sp?) (can't find 2''? No problem, just glue two 1" together) sheets and lots...
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 11-19-2012, 06:11 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,895
Posted By fredaevans
+1. In a MH a 115 volt circuit will probably only...

+1. In a MH a 115 volt circuit will probably only have a 15 amp breaker on a given line. Doesn't take much to hit that load. As an example, here in my office, I'll have the lap top going (how much...
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