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Forum: Northwood Manufacturing Owners Forum 09-26-2020, 09:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 860
Posted By rerod
Thanks people..

I'm more of the TH type, but this Arctic Fox is located pretty close and Ive read about AF quality.. It's the aluminum one.

But could I really full time in the 32A? And I'm gathering full timing...
Forum: Northwood Manufacturing Owners Forum 09-25-2020, 04:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 860
Posted By rerod
Used 2013 32A value..

Hello..

I'm not seeing any 2013 32A's on KBB.. Its the Silver Fox Edition with many options..

How do I determine a value when I cant find any sold on ebay, and KBB doesn't have it listed?
...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-04-2019, 04:14 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 24,537
Posted By rerod
I love it!

I love it!
Forum: Going Green 07-26-2019, 07:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,683
Posted By rerod
Thanks everyone. I enjoy the weather of the...

Thanks everyone. I enjoy the weather of the Rockies in September and will travel to stay in those temperatures.

The important things I need while boondocking are allot of water (GF's long...
Forum: Going Green 07-25-2019, 06:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,683
Posted By rerod
Break even or pay for itself solar, boondocking fulltime?

OK I digress.. Ill never sell my other low tax bug out property in the sticks, but I plan on spending 10 months a year snowbirding all over the country in a narrow track 16' cargo trailer converted...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-18-2019, 07:31 PM
Replies: 197
Views: 28,510
Posted By rerod
Yes they do. I'm not talking about...

Yes they do.


I'm not talking about backing up. I'm talking about the construction zones and narrow back roads. And one gravel road I shouldn't have taken that turned to sand lol.

Sure, I...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-18-2019, 06:28 PM
Replies: 197
Views: 28,510
Posted By rerod
Yeah you made a mistake like I did when I bought...

Yeah you made a mistake like I did when I bought my 8'6" hog. It was like threading a needle in places and kept me in the campgrounds.

That's why Ive been looking for a 7' wide narrow track...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 04-13-2019, 11:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 844
Posted By rerod
Best tandem axle leaf spring set up for boondocking? Load Equalizers.

Hey everyone..

I'm having a custom 7x16 narrow track enclosed trailer built to convert into a mini-toyhauler so I have the ability to specify almost anything.. Since I'm installing two 50 ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-26-2018, 07:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,763
Posted By rerod
Silicone is ok to "scoop the loop" if installed...

Silicone is ok to "scoop the loop" if installed right. But as someone who's considering a used newmar, I'm more likely to need to repair one and wanted to know what I was up against.

I haven't...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-25-2018, 01:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,763
Posted By rerod
Thanks 007. This thread...

Thanks 007.

This thread (https://www.irv2.com/forums/f103/window-sealant-caulking-used-by-newmar-316320.html) says silicone, but I found it hard to believe is why I asked..
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-25-2018, 11:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,763
Posted By rerod
Newmar using silicone?

Hello people.. Quick question.

Does Newmar use silicone to seal the exterior of there rigs?

Thanks!
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-25-2018, 05:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,010
Posted By rerod
Pretty sure from the inside. Mine were loose...

Pretty sure from the inside. Mine were loose after I found a big puddle.

Can I ask you Newmar owners a question? When a newmar leaks, do you have to worry about exterior delamination? Iv read...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-25-2018, 04:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,697
Posted By rerod
That's not what I understand.. Ive read the...

That's not what I understand.. Ive read the adhesives used today are now low VOC and are water soluble.. :nonono: Then they seal everything with silicone which is absolutely the worst cheapest...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-22-2018, 06:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,697
Posted By rerod
Thanks, Ive read Azdel is a step up and Winnebago...

Thanks, Ive read Azdel is a step up and Winnebago uses a thicker very high quality fiberglass as well. But if its adhered to wood? Count me out.. Even with Azdel, its only as good as the adhesives...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-22-2018, 03:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,697
Posted By rerod
What causes fiberglass exterior to blister and which ones don't?

I was putting together a list of good quality used 5th wheels to look out for.. Newmar, Teton ,New Horizon, Artic Fox etc etc.. But how do they fare when the inevitable happens?

Is it the luan...
Forum: Full-Timers 11-21-2018, 08:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,911
Posted By rerod
Great conversation! I bet that old pickup...

Great conversation!

I bet that old pickup belonged to his dad. Like my old chevy, I wouldn't trade it for a rocket, like the song goes.. rip

I think it would feel great to shed many...
Forum: Full-Timers 11-11-2018, 01:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,911
Posted By rerod
Thanks everyone. Ice3.. What if you owned...

Thanks everyone.

Ice3.. What if you owned the storage property? That's the angle I'm working here because storage rental would cost more than the $450 taxes I pay on "the farm" I call it. My...
Forum: Full-Timers 11-11-2018, 09:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,911
Posted By rerod
How many of you still own property, and do you full time on it?

I keep saying "I'll full time after I retire.." But I wouldn't consider not owning a property to fall back to. Is that cheating? lol That's a big step selling everything that wont fit in your rig! ...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-10-2018, 05:21 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 12,700
Posted By rerod
Surprised no one mentioned mpg.. 5ers cut...

Surprised no one mentioned mpg..

5ers cut the air better than TT's. Read more than one report of people selling TT's and buying heavier 5ers with same or better mpg's..

I don't own one...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-06-2018, 01:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,092
Posted By rerod
Thanks Dave but those are both to small. ...

Thanks Dave but those are both to small.
Companies still make narrow track trailer (https://www.thetrailershoppe.com/product/2018-uxltv-7-x-16-united-enclosed-trailer)s.. I just didn't want to...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-06-2018, 11:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,092
Posted By rerod
60sumtin, I wanted to show how narrow the road...

60sumtin, I wanted to show how narrow the road was, and that there was no ditch on the side, but a cliff. Traveling on that road I would call overlanding, not off road.

Imagine meeting someone...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-06-2018, 08:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,092
Posted By rerod
Thanks guys, but I should have mentioned, I don't...

Thanks guys, but I should have mentioned, I don't want fenders.. Thats why I haven't converted a enclosed because "narrow track" enclosed trailers are hard to find..

For example, the livinlite...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-06-2018, 04:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,092
Posted By rerod
7' wide narrow TT's?

Ive found a couple micro mini campers (Micro Minnie Winnie, Apex) that are 7' wide which I would comfortable pulling up roads like this (https://youtu.be/EfP81q2XqnY).. Not so much off road...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 11-06-2018, 04:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 733
Posted By rerod
Narrow mini micro nano toyhauler?

Does anyone make a toyhauler that's less than 8' wide? I see a few mini/micro camper trailers that are 7' wide, but haven't found a toyhauler designed for two people and no wider than a full size...
Forum: Boondocking 07-03-2018, 10:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,204
Posted By rerod
Thanks tuffr2.. A clarification. I own two...

Thanks tuffr2.. A clarification. I own two properties and will sell the expensive high tax town house and move out to the low $650 tax property with all utilities.. Those low taxes will go up...
Forum: Boondocking 07-01-2018, 12:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,204
Posted By rerod
Do any of you boondock full time? 48V solar off grid system?

I plan on becoming a solo full timer with a home base and will sell my town house and move out to my low tax acreage when I retire in ten years. I will let the weather direct my travels so I wont...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-04-2016, 01:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,103
Posted By rerod
I'm trying to decide which tape I would like to...

I'm trying to decide which tape I would like to use for aluminum. Is your opinion about eternabond due to longevity, or removal?

Removal the only bad thing I can find about eternabond.

Have...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 08-05-2013, 05:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,030
Posted By rerod
Yes I saw that.. But after checking the numbers...

Yes I saw that.. But after checking the numbers with a clamp on.. (12 amps running and 16 startup) Im confident the EF2400iSHC...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 08-04-2013, 07:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,030
Posted By rerod
Thanks Ed. I'm leaning toward a Yamaha and see...

Thanks Ed. I'm leaning toward a Yamaha and see the EF2400iSHC (https://www.yamahagenerators.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=EF2400iSHC&CartID=2) (53 dBA / 60 dBA) can be paralleled like the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-03-2013, 04:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 21,459
Posted By rerod
To bad the smarttools version cant be paralleled...

To bad the smarttools version cant be paralleled like the yamaha's.. Or can it?

The only issue Iv read about is broken fuel caps during shipping. And it's $715 now
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 08-03-2013, 04:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,030
Posted By rerod
Yes it looks like the 2800 shouldn't have any...

Yes it looks like the 2800 shouldn't have any problem.. But is the increase from 51.5 - 61 dBA (EF2000iS) to 65 dBA - 68 dBA (EF2800) worth saving about $1000

Isn't the 2800 almost twice as loud...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 08-03-2013, 01:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,030
Posted By rerod
Which device to test start up electrical load to determine genset?

Im trying to determine if a yamaha EF2800i (https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/outdoor/products/modelhome/443/0/home.aspx)will power my coleman 13500 AC. I don't mind turning off the AC to run...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-10-2013, 05:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,427
Posted By rerod
I do have the needed area on the A frame...

I do have the needed area on the A frame available for any brackets. So..

At first I was concerned with ground clearance because I love to boon-dock. But then realized I probably shouldn't be...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-10-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,427
Posted By rerod
That is a great price.. Thanks. But I'm worried...

That is a great price.. Thanks. But I'm worried about ground clearance and the featherlite is a Vnose which Iv seen equalizers one. But not sure how far back on the A frame the brackets are mounted...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-10-2013, 05:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,427
Posted By rerod
No I have not weighed it and am going from what...

No I have not weighed it and am going from what featherlite says. They moved the axles forward, and then added a third to reduce the tongue weight on the newer TH's.

6800 dry with 1250 on the...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-25-2013, 01:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,427
Posted By rerod
Thanks.. Not sure who exactly who did the swap,...

Thanks.. Not sure who exactly who did the swap, but the owner (who hired someone to do it) really maintained it well. Lots of newer things, turbo injectors etc etc. Sure its a 1995.. But it doesn't...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-24-2013, 10:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,427
Posted By rerod
TrueTrac and equalizer hitch.

I tow a 2005 24' featherlite 7924 surv toyhauler (6800 dry) with a E350 equipped with a cummins turbo and nv4500 manual 5sp trans. The dana 60 is a full floater and I would like posi traction to keep...
Forum: Cummins Engines 04-24-2013, 10:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,256
Posted By rerod
The PO of mine isn't sure if they took care of...

The PO of mine isn't sure if they took care of it:rolleyes: when they had it apart.

My luck I will remove everything and the fix will already be done since fifth gear is.
Forum: Cummins Engines 04-23-2013, 09:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,256
Posted By rerod
Im faced with this project as well and have never...

Im faced with this project as well and have never heard of drilling.. only a retaining device after cover removal..

But Id be interested..
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 04-23-2013, 08:24 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 24,784
Posted By rerod
I didn't read the entire thread but had to say my...

I didn't read the entire thread but had to say my pitbull restraint system is the best thing Iv found. No front chock or straps. removes with 4 small holes in the floor. Loads quick and easy alone....
Forum: New Member Check-In 04-23-2013, 08:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 476
Posted By rerod
Wife's not quite on board so to speak.. . I...

Wife's not quite on board so to speak.. . I couldn't talk her into selling the house.:D yet

I would be more nervous with the house empty. We've had a empty nest for a year, but now it sounds like...
Forum: New Member Check-In 04-22-2013, 07:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 476
Posted By rerod
Hi from Iowa City!

Im new around here and need to introduce myself.

Im a married 47 year old family guy who recently realized Im not getting any younger and need to get away. Explore.. What really intrigues me are...
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