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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-27-2024, 04:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 484
Posted By Arizona
Tried several, all leaked.

Tried several, all leaked.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-27-2024, 04:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 307
Posted By Arizona
Yes It will work fine. If it bothers you find...

Yes
It will work fine. If it bothers you find the check valve on the inlet side of your water heater and replace it.
Forum: Full-Timers 03-27-2024, 03:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 397
Posted By Arizona
Switching from AZ to SD in 2014, since I had...

Switching from AZ to SD in 2014, since I had owned vehicles for more than 5 years, taxes were waved.
Some may be interested.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-27-2024, 03:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 197
Posted By Arizona
Sounds like your transfer case is locked up. Did...

Sounds like your transfer case is locked up. Did you try rocking it?
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-27-2024, 03:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 828
Posted By Arizona
Yeah The fiberglass caps look like a better...

Yeah
The fiberglass caps look like a better quality Rv overall.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-27-2024, 03:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,520
Posted By Arizona
Just replace the sealant (Manus Bond) every 10...

Just replace the sealant (Manus Bond) every 10 years and they are the best roof out there.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-27-2024, 02:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 307
Posted By Arizona
There is usually a back flow preventer in a...

There is usually a back flow preventer in a fitting at the water heater. A few years ago mine broke and wouldn’t let cold water in to heat. I took it out. Since then the pressure increases on the...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-27-2024, 02:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 165
Posted By Arizona
Long term a Honda 1000 or 2000 will be the best....

Long term a Honda 1000 or 2000 will be the best. Very quiet and never have to learn how to fix it.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-27-2024, 02:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 300
Posted By Arizona
With the Laing overhang past the rear wheels...

With the Laing overhang past the rear wheels I’ve found taking off the full wide rear mud flap and having some behind the tires works better.
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 03-27-2024, 02:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 179
Posted By Arizona
Mine was freeking out like that and it turned out...

Mine was freeking out like that and it turned out to be the contacts on the thermostat sticking. I sprayed a little contact cleaner all over the insides then a little silicone lube over the moving...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-20-2023, 10:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,788
Posted By Arizona
I’ve had 1 Cheiftain and 2 Adventurers. During...

I’ve had 1 Cheiftain and 2 Adventurers. During the 08 recession they lost most of their engineers and quality has suffered since then. Still better than anything Thor, but try to get a fiberglass...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 06-12-2022, 04:32 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,641
Posted By Arizona
Not fun to have problems so soon after purchase....

Not fun to have problems so soon after purchase. I’ve resealed mine a couple times. The first time I did to with proseal and it only lasted a year. Then researched and found Winnebago specs out...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 05-18-2022, 02:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 583
Posted By Arizona
Thanks for the update We crossed into BC then...

Thanks for the update
We crossed into BC then into Alaska two weeks ago and had eggs, some apples, and some hatch red Chile’s. All let is keep them and said if its open but in original packaging...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-16-2022, 11:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,325
Posted By Arizona
Yes I-40 is awful between kingman and flagstaff...

Yes I-40 is awful between kingman and flagstaff going east but pretty good going west. The rest of the way is smooth and pretty flat. We had a great time at the fiesta last year and stayed in...
Forum: Electric RVs and EV Charging 05-16-2022, 11:05 AM
Replies: 234
Views: 12,857
Posted By Arizona
Im wondering how the parks will pass on the costs...

Im wondering how the parks will pass on the costs of charging rvs? After our electric bikes lithium batteries gave up after 2 years and were not worth $1200 for battery replacements, I’ll probably be...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-12-2022, 03:58 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,703
Posted By Arizona
We left the moho in vegas for the summer and used...

We left the moho in vegas for the summer and used pickup to Anchorage. Still cost about $1100 and wasn’t as comfortable to sleep in. We have a place to stay so all is good.
Ford F-150 3.5 V6, 10...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-14-2022, 01:33 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,498
Posted By Arizona
We have fulltimed in a 31, 35, and now 38 foot...

We have fulltimed in a 31, 35, and now 38 foot class A’s. I think the 35 was the best size. The 38 does ride better but definitely harder to get around obstacles and drags the back more.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-03-2022, 06:26 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,994
Posted By Arizona
Sorry to hear it. I’ve always insisted I drive...

Sorry to hear it.
I’ve always insisted I drive it there that day for diagnostics, take it home, and bring it back each day for them to work on it.
They couldn’t care less about your property and...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-06-2022, 10:35 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 9,483
Posted By Arizona
Getting ready for those with electric cars and...

Getting ready for those with electric cars and eventually rvs. We saw several people in rv parks around sf Bay Area charging electric cars.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-06-2022, 10:22 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,436
Posted By Arizona
A lot of people want a new rv warranty when they...

A lot of people want a new rv warranty when they buy plus dealers make financing easy.
As far as the upgrades you can take your solar to the next rv but may leave a mess of roof repairs. After...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-01-2022, 08:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,730
Posted By Arizona
I took the torn one off mine and left the roller...

I took the torn one off mine and left the roller on for about a year and a half full time until I replaced it. I liked not having to deal with the flapping from the wind and plan to leave it off when...
Forum: Full-Timers 02-01-2022, 08:21 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,398
Posted By Arizona
Wipe out the shower after use and put the rag and...

Wipe out the shower after use and put the rag and towels outside to dry.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-06-2022, 07:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 813
Posted By Arizona
Major changes in 22yr FT

Major changes in 22yr FT
In 2000 the parks had 90% retired travelers and 10% workers now it’s the opposite. Dry camping in forests and blm now have so many people using them that the agencies are...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 01-06-2022, 05:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 638
Posted By Arizona
I towed a 14x8 box trailer with my 20500 chassis...

I towed a 14x8 box trailer with my 20500 chassis for years without any problems. It usually had 4 atvs, fuel, and gear. I made sure there wasn’t too much tongue weight. Double axles helps distribute...
Forum: RV Gourmet 01-06-2022, 05:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,858
Posted By Arizona
When visiting Albuquerque for the balloon fiesta...

When visiting Albuquerque for the balloon fiesta in October we started experimenting with NM red Chile’s.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-29-2021, 06:02 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,022
Posted By Arizona
I went to buy motorcraft oil filters and was...

I went to buy motorcraft oil filters and was surprised to only see about ten total at Walmart. I always try to buy the biggest selling vehicles so replacement part will be available. Both my filters...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-15-2021, 10:18 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 18,028
Posted By Arizona
When we were in Santa Rosa ca there was a...

When we were in Santa Rosa ca there was a scramble to buy generators for the power shutoffs and rolling blackouts. I was waiting for the Costco to open and noticed 3 people who were returning 5...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-24-2021, 05:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,209
Posted By Arizona
So since it didn’t happen to you it didn’t...

So since it didn’t happen to you it didn’t happen? It happened to me so I’m just warning my fellow RVERS so it doesn’t happen to them or to at least watch out.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-24-2021, 08:17 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,103
Posted By Arizona
To keep the ants away you just don’t invite the...

To keep the ants away you just don’t invite the uncles 😀
I carry a small bag of lawn and garden granular ant killer and sprinkle a line around my rv if I start seeing ants inside. The problem stops...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-24-2021, 08:06 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,206
Posted By Arizona
I check the box that says key word appears in...

I check the box that says key word appears in title only. So if you search for beaver only the ads that have beaver in the title will come up.
I hope Craigslist can clean it up and not lose too many...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-24-2021, 07:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,209
Posted By Arizona
I ended up ordering battle born lithium batteries...

I ended up ordering battle born lithium batteries and the same controller on Amazon. The prices were correct on their website and I saved a LOT of $. I haven’t decided on what panels to order yet but...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-22-2021, 01:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,209
Posted By Arizona
Don’t go to Arizona wind & Solar Flagstaff

Time to replace whole solar system on the Moho. I called Az wind and solar in flagstaff to make sure they had the stuff on their website in stock. They said they did so I went today. The panel was...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-02-2021, 05:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,686
Posted By Arizona
I had a 2000 35u and now a 2001 37g. Both have 30...

I had a 2000 35u and now a 2001 37g. Both have 30 amp and both do the same as yours. My generators are 5500. There is one thirty and one twenty amp breaker’s on generator. The second stage A/C ‘s are...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-12-2021, 06:15 PM
Replies: 13,612
Views: 2,126,046
Posted By Arizona
New fuel pump for my Onan 5500 generator. It...

New fuel pump for my Onan 5500 generator. It started quitting after about 20 minutes. I wanted napa to get a $100 Onan one but the parts guy didn’t want to order it. Got a $20 one on Amazon. Seems to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-07-2021, 03:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,585
Posted By Arizona
Propane is what’s surprising me. $3.75 a gallon...

Propane is what’s surprising me. $3.75 a gallon in flagstaff AZ. Gasoline in December was $1.75 now paying $3.05.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-26-2021, 04:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 927
Posted By Arizona
My thermostat was acting wonky several years ago....

My thermostat was acting wonky several years ago. I sprayed some electrical contact cleaner on the slide surfaces and it’s worked good since.
Remove power first.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 10-04-2020, 03:39 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 16,518
Posted By Arizona
I keep track for fun since 1987 I count all...

I keep track for fun since 1987
I count all expenses except register, ins, gas, Rv parks. My goal is $10 per used night. My buddy bought a new dp when I bought a nice used gas years ago. I hit my...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-10-2020, 05:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,547
Posted By Arizona
Sorry you got scammed. I was talking to a used...

Sorry you got scammed. I was talking to a used car salesmen that told me people were getting a clean duplicate title, getting a payday car loan, then selling the car giving the clean title to buyer....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-23-2020, 08:41 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 36,242
Posted By Arizona
Maybe it’s a new option to make it easier to wash...

Maybe it’s a new option to make it easier to wash the roof.
A big hinge?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-10-2020, 02:32 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,418
Posted By Arizona
The only thing that will keep RVING a good...

The only thing that will keep RVING a good experience now is $10 a gallon fuel.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-10-2020, 02:22 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 19,754
Posted By Arizona
Just a pile of stuff now. No steel frame around...

Just a pile of stuff now. No steel frame around cab. One bad thing is no air bags.I hope everyone recovers. Less than five year old tires is expensive but good insurance.
Let’s everyone slow down in...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-29-2020, 07:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 968
Posted By Arizona
Our 16 year old 821 was started creeping up...

Our 16 year old 821 was started creeping up during the summer. Replaced it 2 years ago with the same and it stays in the high 30s on setting #6. If your food and drinks are cool already and you...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-20-2020, 12:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 881
Posted By Arizona
The springs should last a long time but can break...

The springs should last a long time but can break at any time. You would probably have better luck with an experienced tech at a local mom and pop Rv repair shop. I had CW replace the awning fabric...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-14-2020, 07:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,330
Posted By Arizona
I had a toy box with a 13.5 btu A/C that I could...

I had a toy box with a 13.5 btu A/C that I could run with my Honda 2000i. I would turn off the eco switch and turn to thermostat on the A/C unit to full cold so it wouldn’t turn the compressor off....
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 07-13-2020, 02:24 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,436
Posted By Arizona
Because California has paid for all the homeless...

Because California has paid for all the homeless to stay in hotels since this started. It’s just respect and concern for yourself and others to do what you can not to pass it around.
Florida - Your...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-13-2020, 02:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,847
Posted By Arizona
Try the Winnebago spyder 23fb or 23fs. They are...

Try the Winnebago spyder 23fb or 23fs. They are aluminum framed and pretty light. Use a weight distribution hitch and adjust it for the different loads you decide to carry in the back. It is a...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-15-2020, 06:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,135
Posted By Arizona
I washed it and sanded it lightly with 120 wet...

I washed it and sanded it lightly with 120 wet dry. Next morning rolled it on. The Rv is 37 ft long and only took two quarts. I have a 2x4 solar panel and couldn’t do under it. The surface was solid...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 06-15-2020, 05:56 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 40,153
Posted By Arizona
It sounds like they were honest about the chips...

It sounds like they were honest about the chips being there before he bought it. The jacks and slides may be a tripped limit switch or something that came loose. If those problems were there at the...
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 06-15-2020, 01:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,814
Posted By Arizona
Great colors!

Great colors!
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-15-2020, 01:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,135
Posted By Arizona
Fiberglass roof coating

My paint was oxidized enough on my roof that the dust would end up needing to be scrubbed off about every six months so I painted on a thin coat of Rustolium Topcoat boat paint. I got most of it done...
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