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Forum: Vintage RV's 03-30-2023, 09:33 AM
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It's all coming together. Looks great. Seems...

It's all coming together. Looks great. Seems like all the preparatory work takes forever, then the final touches zip right by! Looking forward to seeing the final product.
Forum: Vintage RV's 02-19-2023, 10:19 AM
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Funny how service writers always want YOU to pay...

Funny how service writers always want YOU to pay for their training . . . . to fumble around, and after they've flailed around to the tune of $500 - $1,000, on YOUR dime, :nonono: they do what you...
Forum: Vintage RV's 12-02-2022, 10:02 AM
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Harvey, You probably already know this, but I'm...

Harvey,
You probably already know this, but I'm going to say it anyway!:thumb:

DEFINITELY do all the plumbing and electrical before the sprayfoam guy does his thing!

I also recommend that...
Forum: Vintage RV's 10-18-2022, 11:52 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Probably need to file a claim! Get FEMA...

Probably need to file a claim! Get FEMA involved, and they'll have a work crew with a crane out in no time to set that furniture to right!:D
Forum: Vintage RV's 07-04-2022, 10:37 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Chip off chunks of this and cool off! That was...

Chip off chunks of this and cool off! That was the view out our window yesterday. Happy Birthday Harve!
Forum: Vintage RV's 06-21-2022, 11:51 PM
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Just goes to show you, it's dangerous to work on...

Just goes to show you, it's dangerous to work on lawn equipment wearing a thong! So, exactly how HAVE you been wearing thongs?!? Does your wife know? And where do you wear the 2nd one? Asking for...
Forum: Vintage RV's 04-27-2022, 09:06 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Harvey, are you going with a conventional water...

Harvey, are you going with a conventional water heater, or one, or several small tankless water heaters? We did an 1100 square foot apartment/house in KY last year after we sold our main house and...
Forum: Vintage RV's 01-06-2022, 10:42 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Hopefully they won't come out when there's 1" of...

Hopefully they won't come out when there's 1" of snow on the ground and say "we can't see the line due to the snow, we'll be back when the snow's gone!":nonono:
Lookin' good!
Forum: Vintage RV's 12-28-2021, 03:13 PM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Lookin' Great!!!

Lookin' Great!!!
Forum: Vintage RV's 12-15-2021, 10:08 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
If so, if they come out with a vaccine for it,...

If so, if they come out with a vaccine for it, I'm not taking THAT one!:D Others, yes, done and done, but not a TOOL vaccine.
Having said that, it's frustrating buying tools for here on the boat,...
Forum: Vintage RV's 12-09-2021, 10:55 PM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Money well spend in my opinion!:thumb: ...

Money well spend in my opinion!:thumb: Barndamenium is looking GREAT!
Forum: Vintage RV's 12-09-2021, 10:35 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Harv, did you go with closed cell or open cell? ...

Harv, did you go with closed cell or open cell? How many inches? We found that closed cell is about twice as effective as open cell. That's what we used recently when we redid the barn next to the...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-18-2021, 09:38 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Harv, How is the soffit ventilated? Are you...

Harv, How is the soffit ventilated? Are you concerned about potential condensation pooling in the soffit pans and causing problems/corrosion? Looking great all told, and thanks for the pics and...
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-13-2021, 05:31 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Yep, they're cool NOW, but what happens when the...

Yep, they're cool NOW, but what happens when the engine starts?
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-04-2021, 07:32 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
I had to purchase 4 square feet of 1/4" 304 alloy...

I had to purchase 4 square feet of 1/4" 304 alloy stainless steel yesterday. $212.00, $53.00/square foot! A year ago, I purchased a 4' x 8' sheet of the same material for $570.00, or $17.81/square...
Forum: Vintage RV's 08-20-2021, 07:30 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
The biggest disadvantage of the mini-splits is...

The biggest disadvantage of the mini-splits is that they (for the most part) are not ducted, and are not suitable for use in more than one room like a traditional ducted HVAC unit is. They are BIG...
Forum: Vintage RV's 08-19-2021, 05:07 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Harv, we are finishing up our small house prior...

Harv, we are finishing up our small house prior to heading to the boat. Two floors, 550 square feet each level. Installed two Pioneer Mini Splits. Seer 23, just finished pumping down the upstairs...
Forum: Vintage RV's 08-01-2021, 06:53 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
It's amazing how much work goes on behind the...

It's amazing how much work goes on behind the scenes in preparation for, in this case, putting on siding. However someone outside, looking in, sees siding going up, and may comment something like: ...
Forum: Vintage RV's 12-02-2020, 07:20 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
That's freakin AWESOME! I've always loved metal...

That's freakin AWESOME! I've always loved metal roofs, although I've never personally installed a standing seam, I really like their looks, and longevity! Great news on the offer being accepted. ...
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-23-2020, 07:10 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
I too have noticed my lack of a morning pick me...

I too have noticed my lack of a morning pick me up! What's up?
Forum: Vintage RV's 10-06-2020, 07:09 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Bat Cave is on a separate parcel with the shop,...

Bat Cave is on a separate parcel with the shop, next door to another parcel with the smaller house we had built in 2018. It's contiguous to the house we're selling, but separate deeds. Downsized...
Forum: Vintage RV's 10-05-2020, 05:45 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Tommar, not a lot going on. Our MH is still in...

Tommar, not a lot going on. Our MH is still in the Bat Cave. Hasn't moved at all this year. We've even considered selling it. On the brighter side, we should finalize the sale of a house...
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-23-2020, 10:22 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
The roof on our Dutch Star is fiberglass as well,...

The roof on our Dutch Star is fiberglass as well, but it is not without it's own problems. It was replaced at the Newmar factory in 2011 by the PO, but last year, an inspection revealed numerous pin...
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-22-2020, 09:14 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Tommar, Probably needs to be coated before...

Tommar, Probably needs to be coated before weather turns too cold, not sure what the application temps are, but I think by the end of October, as the washing will take place outside. Then moved...
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-20-2020, 08:31 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Tommar, I haven't done the roof on our...

Tommar,

I haven't done the roof on our coach, but I did the one on our previous RV, a Prowler, 27' TT. Attached are pics of before and after. The roof didn't leak when we purchase the TT, but...
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-10-2020, 06:01 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Get at least two cat pans, scoop regularly, close...

Get at least two cat pans, scoop regularly, close bedroom door when not in use. Get some of the odor destroyer products that will eliminate the residual odor so the cat doesn't feel the need to...
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-08-2020, 08:08 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Not TOTALLY true, sometimes they blame the DOG!:D

Not TOTALLY true, sometimes they blame the DOG!:D
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-06-2020, 06:59 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
As a cat Servant, you DO realize that it was all...

As a cat Servant, you DO realize that it was all YOUR fault, don't you?:whistling:
Forum: Vintage RV's 08-16-2020, 06:33 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
We purchased the EEZ RV TPMS in April of 2015. ...

We purchased the EEZ RV TPMS in April of 2015. 10 sensors, 6 for coach, and 4 for toad. In 5 years and 40k+ miles we've replaced one sensor, one power cord, and one visual display. All replaced...
Forum: Vintage RV's 08-14-2020, 06:56 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
I use one as well. Works better than the CPAP,

I use one as well. Works better than the CPAP,
Forum: Vintage RV's 08-05-2020, 07:05 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Your neighbors must just LOVE that you and Glenda...

Your neighbors must just LOVE that you and Glenda moved there! It's probably increased their property value at least two fold with all the improvements you've helped them do. Plus an on call, free...
Forum: Vintage RV's 08-03-2020, 07:42 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
I hope the trip has gone well with the toad in...

I hope the trip has gone well with the toad in tow. Just keep in mind the first commandment of towing toads, dolly or flat. ONE person does all of the hooking up and NO ONE interrupts then during...
Forum: Vintage RV's 07-14-2020, 07:53 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Now just make it a little bigger, add a seat, put...

Now just make it a little bigger, add a seat, put in an electric motor, run by the generator, belt to 4 drive wheels, a shock absorbing suspension, maybe a sun shade, doors, windshield, maybe a dump...
Forum: Vintage RV's 07-12-2020, 06:22 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
And you've got situations like Atlanta Mayor...

And you've got situations like Atlanta Mayor trying to go back to Phase I of opening, and Georgia gov attempting to block it because he is arguing cities can be more restrictive than state...
Forum: Vintage RV's 07-12-2020, 06:16 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Sent:dance:

Sent:dance:
Forum: Vintage RV's 07-11-2020, 06:34 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Damn, didn't attach, I tried twice. Forum must...

Damn, didn't attach, I tried twice. Forum must not like .dxf format. Harv, what's you e-mail and I'll send it direct?
Forum: Vintage RV's 07-11-2020, 06:33 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Here is the file in .dxf format. Scaled for...

Here is the file in .dxf format. Scaled for minimum of 4' tall, but with a little work, could be cut smaller. Enjoy!:dance:
Forum: Vintage RV's 07-10-2020, 06:24 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Harv, I just cut this out for a friend, 4' tall,...

Harv, I just cut this out for a friend, 4' tall, out of 7 ga. Seems like just the thing for YOU!:dance:
Unfortunately didn't get a pic of the cut out, but here's the design.
Forum: Vintage RV's 07-03-2020, 06:33 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Well, there went the neighborhood . . .

Well, there went the neighborhood . . .
Forum: Vintage RV's 06-22-2020, 06:00 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Looks like a single serving size container to...

Looks like a single serving size container to me!:D
Forum: Vintage RV's 06-13-2020, 08:15 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Tommar, we towed a GMC Canyon, extended cab...

Tommar, we towed a GMC Canyon, extended cab pickup for about 5 years. Never had any problems getting fuel. We could get into about half the Krogers, and probably 70% of the Walmarts. Just look it...
Forum: Vintage RV's 06-10-2020, 05:32 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Funny note regarding wells. Matt, a friend of...

Funny note regarding wells. Matt, a friend of mine purchased land, around 15 acres, built a house, sunk a well (even though the area had municipal water which he used for his house). The well was...
Forum: Vintage RV's 06-06-2020, 05:19 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Also interested in how they work out for you at...

Also interested in how they work out for you at night, but I do have a question regarding the install. Why did it take two guys, guys familiar with this type of work to install two headlights of the...
Forum: Vintage RV's 06-04-2020, 04:28 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Tommar, the drive axle has two sets of dually's,...

Tommar, the drive axle has two sets of dually's, one on each side, a total of 4 wheels being driven. So that makes it a 4WD, right?:D
Forum: Vintage RV's 06-03-2020, 04:42 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
To post pictures, select "quick" in the bottom of...

To post pictures, select "quick" in the bottom of the post you want to reply to, or go to the reply box at the bottom of the page, then on the bar below you will see "post quick reply" and "go...
Forum: Vintage RV's 06-01-2020, 07:00 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
To Ann, no E from Scot, one T We had a stand...

To Ann, no E from Scot, one T

We had a stand up freezer delivered by a big box store. They had a Maytag washer/dryer on the truck, looked like new, but unboxed. I asked the driver what was up...
Forum: Vintage RV's 05-24-2020, 06:39 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Nice POND! Oh . . .wait . . . that's where your...

Nice POND! Oh . . .wait . . . that's where your RV is going? . . . I get it!:dance:
Yesterday it rained like that here too!
Forum: Vintage RV's 05-22-2020, 07:22 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
My personal choice would be 1)LED's, ...

My personal choice would be

1)LED's,

2)new stock headlights & relays,

3)polish existing headlights & install relays

Polishing is my last resort because in my experience polishing, it...
Forum: Vintage RV's 05-21-2020, 05:37 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Tommar, If you look at the bottom of the...

Tommar,

If you look at the bottom of the headlight, you should see the mfg and the corresponding oart number. If it's TYC it will be at the bottom of the headlight followed by 6 numbers xx-yyyy....
Forum: Vintage RV's 03-22-2020, 07:44 AM
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Posted By Hit_the_Rhod
Luckily Jane is old enough that it doesn't have...

Luckily Jane is old enough that it doesn't have lots of electronics, so is less likely to catch the Corona Virus!:whistling:
You're rolling off some serious mileage every day, you'll be home today...
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