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Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-04-2024, 11:11 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,561
Posted By Dennis4809
Blue Ox website has the installation instructions...

Blue Ox website has the installation instructions for their baseplates. I did a Suzuki Grand Vitara myself and it was very easy. Last two chevy’s, I made the deal and after we agreed on a price, had...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-22-2024, 06:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,694
Posted By Dennis4809
Midway is inexpensive but it’s not what I’d...

Midway is inexpensive but it’s not what I’d recommend. It’s literally in the middle of nowhere and not much to see after the first day. Does have water, electric and a dump but no cell service nd no...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-16-2023, 07:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 354
Posted By Dennis4809
Check your fuses. Mine is a 20 amp.

Check your fuses. Mine is a 20 amp.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 05-14-2023, 04:38 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,434
Posted By Dennis4809
When in an area with really cold water, I shower...

When in an area with really cold water, I shower from the onboard tank. Same water but it’s had a couple days in the heated basement to take the chill off.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-10-2023, 02:24 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,045
Posted By Dennis4809
If you’re looking for an estimate to install a...

If you’re looking for an estimate to install a baseplate, print off the installation instructions (available from the manufacturer) and take them with you. Every vehicle is different but the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-09-2023, 03:44 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,045
Posted By Dennis4809
The last two toads I’ve bought, after we settled...

The last two toads I’ve bought, after we settled on a price, I asked the dealer to install the baseplate and wiring. I supplied the kits. The dealer body shop is familiar with the vehicle and can...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 12-13-2022, 08:33 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,994
Posted By Dennis4809
Not sure of the 100 series, but the units I have...

Not sure of the 100 series, but the units I have worked with have only a single thermostat which controls both the electric and diesel functions. Either or both will keep the boiler at temp. Electric...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-18-2022, 08:51 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,994
Posted By Dennis4809
I have a Hydohot but operation is the same as...

I have a Hydohot but operation is the same as AquaHot. As said earlier, ground water temp changes things a lot. If cold area, we turn on the pump and draw from our fresh water tank. Also had a...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-04-2022, 11:01 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,869
Posted By Dennis4809
Samsung’s RF197 with doors removed is 24 1/4...

Samsung’s RF197 with doors removed is 24 1/4 inch. Fit easily through my front door. Did remove the pass seat. Sears actually delivered it to the interior of the coach.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-31-2022, 10:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,987
Posted By Dennis4809
When my Dometic failed, I replaced it with the...

When my Dometic failed, I replaced it with the 18cf Samsung. Pulled the old unit, had Sears deliver the new Samsung to the inside of the MH. It fit with room to spare after removing the doors on the...
Forum: Gulf Stream Owner's Forum 07-31-2022, 09:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,181
Posted By Dennis4809
Your battery should keep things going even if the...

Your battery should keep things going even if the converter turns off and on. Are you sure your not hearing the fan turn on or off as needed? If it’s the fan, operation is normal.
Forum: Gulf Stream Owner's Forum 07-31-2022, 09:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 392
Posted By Dennis4809
Don’t know about the year but About half of the...

Don’t know about the year but About half of the Friendships I’ve seen have had the white interior. Mine is Cherry but I do like the white.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-31-2022, 03:50 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,869
Posted By Dennis4809
Best thing that happened to me was when the...

Best thing that happened to me was when the Dometic quit. I was fortunate in that I had a small cabinet under the refer instead of the furnace that too many have. By removing that small cabinet, I...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 06-18-2022, 10:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,384
Posted By Dennis4809
I used an 18cf Samsung counter depth. Dimensions...

I used an 18cf Samsung counter depth. Dimensions were close only a little taller. Woodwork was pretty easy. I did install a 1,000 watt inverter with an auto transfer. Now if we’re on shore power,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-22-2022, 03:49 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 6,322
Posted By Dennis4809
Current thinking seems to be pick your preferred...

Current thinking seems to be pick your preferred pronoun, pick your preferred restroom.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-02-2022, 07:49 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 14,895
Posted By Dennis4809
My thoughts also. Friend just took a brand new...

My thoughts also. Friend just took a brand new Winnie out for three days. Cooked the batteries, smell ran them out.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 12-14-2021, 07:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,460
Posted By Dennis4809
Mine has to be all the way forward also.

Mine has to be all the way forward also.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-28-2021, 03:08 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,600
Posted By Dennis4809
I lost all power also. Changed fuel filters and...

I lost all power also. Changed fuel filters and regained a small amount allowing me to get to a repair shop. Ended up being a bad injector. Had them replace all 6. Just put about 2,400 miles on it...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-29-2021, 09:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,365
Posted By Dennis4809
I carry 100 gal fresh, 75 gal gray and 75 gal...

I carry 100 gal fresh, 75 gal gray and 75 gal black. That along with the 150 gal fuel was one of the main reasons we purchased this coach.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-15-2021, 09:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,681
Posted By Dennis4809
A gallon of propane converts to almost a gallon...

A gallon of propane converts to almost a gallon of water.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-15-2021, 09:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 911
Posted By Dennis4809
You seem to have an aversion to running a wire...

You seem to have an aversion to running a wire through the firewall. Is there some reason? It typically pretty simple. Find an existing rubber grommet and slip in one more wire. Mount the aux power...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-14-2021, 07:48 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,735
Posted By Dennis4809
Five or six years ago we were sb on I-65 in KY....

Five or six years ago we were sb on I-65 in KY. Toad left the mh in front of us, crossed the median and both nb lanes before stopping against a tree. Northbound cars managed to avoid the unguided...
Forum: Caterpillar Engine Forum 09-05-2021, 09:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,207
Posted By Dennis4809
Did you replace the cups while you had the...

Did you replace the cups while you had the injectors out?
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-16-2021, 06:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,311
Posted By Dennis4809
Mine is attached to the back side of a blank...

Mine is attached to the back side of a blank cover on a 4square electrical box. Follow the wires back from the heater element.
Dennis
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-14-2021, 06:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,311
Posted By Dennis4809
Ours has a relay that controls the AC to the...

Ours has a relay that controls the AC to the element. Switch inside just controls the ground for the control circuit. Had to replace our relay a couple years ago.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-05-2021, 10:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,593
Posted By Dennis4809
But isn’t that the point? If there’s an accident...

But isn’t that the point? If there’s an accident involved, there’ll be no shortage of lawyers ready to argue the finer points of the law. Especially if your toad separated from the mh and hit a...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-03-2021, 01:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,593
Posted By Dennis4809
A few years ago we were on I-75 SB through KY....

A few years ago we were on I-75 SB through KY. Saw activity off the side of the NB lane. As we got closer, saw a car against a tree. A couple hundred yards later, the MH less toad was setting along...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 06-07-2021, 10:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,456
Posted By Dennis4809
OP said that he checked the fuse in the front...

OP said that he checked the fuse in the front compartment and that the fuse was fine. He didn’t say if he did or did not have voltage at the fuse. If so, problem is at the seats and all else is...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-20-2021, 07:51 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,772
Posted By Dennis4809
Before we retired, I read someone’s blog that...

Before we retired, I read someone’s blog that talked about their 2-2-2 rule. No more than 200 miles a day, get there by 2pm and stay for a minimum of 2 days. They set up their RV and tried to see...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-13-2021, 08:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,279
Posted By Dennis4809
I don’t really recall but think it was north of...

I don’t really recall but think it was north of Florence. Main point was that depending on your height, your GPS may want to reroute you to I5. I’m 12’6” and had plenty of clearance. The ceiling of...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-11-2021, 11:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,279
Posted By Dennis4809
Sounds like you’re already committed to your...

Sounds like you’re already committed to your route but I much prefer going south on 101 vs north. So many pullouts with great views on the ocean side that are easily accessed from the southbound...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-08-2021, 08:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 705
Posted By Dennis4809
I have a similar problem so when getting into the...

I have a similar problem so when getting into the shower I turn on the rear zone heat. That seems to circulate the fluid and hence provide us with hot water.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-21-2021, 07:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 376
Posted By Dennis4809
Agreed!

Agreed!
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-21-2021, 06:44 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,190
Posted By Dennis4809
For me, the most important function is the break...

For me, the most important function is the break away switch if the toad should become detached. A few years ago on I-75 south we saw a mh that had lost its toad. The toad crossed the median and both...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-03-2021, 09:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 988
Posted By Dennis4809
Your signature doesn’t indicate what make or...

Your signature doesn’t indicate what make or model RV you have so we likely have different mh so fuse locations could be way different. However, jack system is still going to be similar. Have you...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-02-2021, 10:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 988
Posted By Dennis4809
Did you check all of your fuses? I have two...

Did you check all of your fuses? I have two fuses that effect the jacks. Main Jacks control and a second labeled Jacks Ignition with a 5 amp fuse. There is also a 80 amp thermal breaker that...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-30-2021, 09:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 988
Posted By Dennis4809
When I replaced mine, I used one from a Mercury...

When I replaced mine, I used one from a Mercury outboard. The tilt/trim motor is around $62.
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 01-29-2021, 11:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,041
Posted By Dennis4809
Renaming Forts Bragg, Benning, Hood,Rucker, Lee and others

I, for one, disagree with the attempt to erase my military history by renaming several of the posts where I served. Yes, these posts were named after Confederate generals but that had nothing to do...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-28-2021, 02:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,362
Posted By Dennis4809
You started with trying to use the leveling jacks...

You started with trying to use the leveling jacks so you could get under to change the oil. Bad idea as Jack’s can fail. Probably won’t but you could be betting your life on them.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-26-2021, 11:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,869
Posted By Dennis4809
Follow the owners manual, not someone on a forum...

Follow the owners manual, not someone on a forum that doesn’t even have one. My friends tow their 2013 4 cyl AWD and for several years I towed my 2014 V6 AWD. In my opinion, the V6 works better as it...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-26-2021, 10:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 509
Posted By Dennis4809
I’ve used both Brazel’s and Awesome RV in...

I’ve used both Brazel’s and Awesome RV in Centralia and have had good service at both.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-17-2021, 11:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 888
Posted By Dennis4809
Try turning on the bedroom zone heater when...

Try turning on the bedroom zone heater when you’re checking the shower water. Zone pump will act as a stir pump.
You can also contact Roger Burke, one of the most knowledgeable techs.
RV Hydronic...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-17-2021, 10:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,066
Posted By Dennis4809
Different hoses might make a difference in...

Different hoses might make a difference in Fairbanks in the middle of winter at 50 below but doubt that you’d see any difference at normal temps. Flow rate is pretty high so heat lost is minimal.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-08-2021, 09:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,403
Posted By Dennis4809
I need your water pump if you can’t even hear it....

I need your water pump if you can’t even hear it. Mine isn’t bad but isn’t hard to hear.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-31-2020, 07:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,681
Posted By Dennis4809
Mine is electric and would extend but not...

Mine is electric and would extend but not retract. Pulled the cover to access the motor. No voltage at the motor so looked under the dash to what I needed switch wise. Connector was mostly...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-27-2020, 11:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,978
Posted By Dennis4809
I also went with the Blazer. I bought but the...

I also went with the Blazer. I bought but the dealer installed the Blue Ox base plate and wiring kit.

Enjoyable to tow and to drive.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-25-2020, 10:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,247
Posted By Dennis4809
Mine is not the Atrium so have a different...

Mine is not the Atrium so have a different kitchen/living floor plan. Same coach otherwise. We don’t have much problem with temperatures. AquaHot does good at keeping things comfortable. While I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-17-2020, 10:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,692
Posted By Dennis4809
I failed to say that I have a Cat C7 and the...

I failed to say that I have a Cat C7 and the starter sets where it’s pretty accessible. Don’t know about a Cummins.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-15-2020, 04:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,035
Posted By Dennis4809
The need to release the brake every time you hook...

The need to release the brake every time you hook up is why I went with the Blazer instead of the Edge!
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-15-2020, 04:45 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,647
Posted By Dennis4809
our friend insisted on a drivers door when they...

our friend insisted on a drivers door when they bought their class A. Guarantee you that he's never used it in the 9 years he's had it. Way to hard to get in or out of.

I don't have on and never...
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