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03-16-2018, 11:26 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2018
Location: Bessemer City, NC AKALake Havasu City, AZaka Laughlin, Nv / aka Fairhope, Al / aka Roseville, Ca
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First real trip
Well my wife and I are on our first real trip in used RV we bought.(1997 Fleetwood Southwind)
I had rig checked out and had several things fixed so ready to go. Replaced the batteries. ��
We took several peoples advice on here and played with motorhome in front of our house getting it set up.
Well I realized day before we were leaving that I didnt personally check stove, water heater and fridge on propane.
NOTHING WOULD WORK.��
Took back yo shop. After they messed with it about a hour. Said solenoid on propane tank that opens to allow gas through lines was frozen. He said newer models dont even have that solenoid there.
Anyway, everything worked like a champ. We got away few hours late next day. So far everything great.
I had never backed motorhome up yet. Campground host laughed and took me to site to guide me in between light pole and palm tree . bout 3 feet on either side and amazingly I backed in first time perfect split between the two.. I was shocked and he said you did that like a pro.������
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03-16-2018, 11:30 AM
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Tiffin Owners Club
Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: Where we park it!
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Welcome to the forum. Congrats on the coach and on your piloting ability. Enjoy the adventure.
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2018 Tiffin Allegro RED 37PA
2020 JEEP Trailhawk
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03-16-2018, 12:42 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2013
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Well done!
Congratulations!
Lucky for you you checked the items you did the day before you left.
You're one trip ahead of us.
Safe journey, Happy trails!
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2018 Montana High Country 330RL
2017 Ram 3500 Cummins Diesel
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03-16-2018, 01:42 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Roseville, California
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2021 Montana 3231 CK full body paint (Sterling)
300 watt solar, 3 air conditions, Slide out toppers
2015 GMC Denali 3500 SRW CC SWB
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03-16-2018, 02:09 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Sacramento, California
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Did you check the date code on the tires? Even if tread looks new lifetime of RV tires is 10 years. CONGRATULATIONS on your new rig and enjoy discovering the US of A!
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03-16-2018, 02:16 PM
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Senior Member
Country Coach Owners Club Solo Rvers Club iRV2 No Limits Club
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Vancouver, WA
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Now you can get out and get more practice handling the rig.
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Charter Good Sam Lifetime Member, FMCA,
RV'ing since 1957, NRA Benefactor Life, towing '21 Jeep JLU Rubicon Ecodiesel
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03-16-2018, 08:38 PM
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Newmar Owners Club
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
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Glad to have you here in the forum with us. You're gonna like it here. 
It's always good to have, and to use check lists.
Happy Trails!!!
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2016 London Aire 4519, Freightliner chassis, Cummins ISX, 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, Blue Ox Avail with AF1. TST 507 TPMS
No amount of money can buy you an extra second of time.
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03-16-2018, 11:21 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2018
Location: Bessemer City, NC AKALake Havasu City, AZaka Laughlin, Nv / aka Fairhope, Al / aka Roseville, Ca
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Stever53
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Hey
I lived in Roseville for 11 years 1993 to 2004
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03-17-2018, 12:39 AM
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Winnebago Owners Club Freightliner Owners Club
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Mesa, AZ
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Just a suggestion:
If you're not used to backing something with mirrors only, find a large parking lot that has a large area not being used. Practice backing into parking spots, pulling out, making square corners, and backing into more parking spots at different angles. Do this until it feels comfortable!
I grew up on a farm driving trucks, then had a motor home in the early 80's and always felt secure in backing, even with a boat in tow. Then 25 years later I was surprised when the MH I purchased felt VERY uncomfortable backing, even with the camera. After going to a parking lot and practicing for a while, it felt natural again and felt like I could "thread the needle" with those mirrors. 
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