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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-25-2018, 06:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,288
Posted By HeatAir
WEIGH YOUR RIG!!!! We get our annual chassis...

WEIGH YOUR RIG!!!!

We get our annual chassis service done at the Freightliner location in Gaffney SC. They weigh my rig and properly adjust the tire pressure according to the tire manufacturer's...
Forum: Just Conversation 06-04-2017, 05:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,356
Posted By HeatAir
Very interesting Fresh Air! The Bride and I are...

Very interesting Fresh Air! The Bride and I are going to attempt our first dry camping trip in a long time soon. I was considering taking my 2K Honda for just the purpose you state. Now I will...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-19-2016, 06:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 801
Posted By HeatAir
Transmission problem

I hope this is not too vague.

We have a 2014 Fleetwood Excursion 33D with the 300 HP Cummins and (what I think is a) Allison 2500 transmission. We bought it new off the lot in March or 2016 and...
Forum: Just Conversation 05-08-2016, 07:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 890
Posted By HeatAir
What SEER?

What SEER?
Forum: Just Conversation 05-08-2016, 05:45 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,699
Posted By HeatAir
Atlanta? Oh. My. Gawd. I live northwest of...

Atlanta? Oh. My. Gawd. I live northwest of metro Atlanta.

I have seen far too many people make a left turn starting in the far right lane and the opposite, a right turn starting in the far left...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-22-2016, 08:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,787
Posted By HeatAir
Wirsbo PEX made by Uponor, sometimes using the...

Wirsbo PEX made by Uponor, sometimes using the name TuffPEX.

The fittings in the picture are call ProPEX connections. It uses an expander head to enlarge the PEX and the ring then it slips over...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-25-2015, 06:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,919
Posted By HeatAir
Chiming in here. I do HVAC/R, as suggested...

Chiming in here.

I do HVAC/R, as suggested by my handle. I used to do some plumbing. Here's my take, interspersed with what I do.

Once or twice a year, we'll stop a couple of hours from our...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-28-2014, 12:58 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,336
Posted By HeatAir
I get emails from a lot of legimate people. ...

I get emails from a lot of legimate people. Brokerage accounts, banks, credit unions, etc.

I NEVER click on a link in an email. I'll use a bookmarked address.

If it's an email confirmation...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-15-2014, 06:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,933
Posted By HeatAir
It's the Bride and I in our 38 foot rig. We...

It's the Bride and I in our 38 foot rig.

We both think ours is too big for us. We have 3 slides on the 38N but need something just a bit smaller for us and the canine crew.

We stay away from...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-14-2014, 06:38 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,637
Posted By HeatAir
I attempt, with much explaining to my loverly...

I attempt, with much explaining to my loverly Bride, to keep a can of wasp and hornet spray near the door of the camper.

Perfectly legal and good for open carry. 20 foot range and 15-20 seconds...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-30-2014, 07:02 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,720
Posted By HeatAir
In 11 years of camping in a Class A, we have had...

In 11 years of camping in a Class A, we have had 2 things stolen. One really peeved me and the other bothered me.

Maybe a bigger deal but someone opened the door to the Bride's SUV and took the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-19-2014, 05:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,648
Posted By HeatAir
So, Bob, you turn off the water to the house and...

So, Bob, you turn off the water to the house and drain it but leave your pilot on? Do you drain your tank too?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-18-2014, 07:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,648
Posted By HeatAir
It's a water heater, not a Hot water heater. You...

It's a water heater, not a Hot water heater. You don't heat hot water.
The rules vary if it's gas or electric.
Electric, flip the breaker off. New codes (thank heavens!) require a disconnect at...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-03-2014, 05:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,180
Posted By HeatAir
For my lost TriMark keys, I went directly to...

For my lost TriMark keys, I went directly to them!

I have 4 keys to my Bounder, the Freightliner ignition key, which it's been said that you can only get that from Freightliner (please, no...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-05-2014, 03:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,283
Posted By HeatAir
Yes, It's winter here. I had to run the...

Yes, It's winter here.

I had to run the generator to get the block heater to preheat the engine. Since it had been about 4 weeks since we used the camper last, the air tank pressure was below 50...
Forum: Just Conversation 11-03-2013, 04:21 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,612
Posted By HeatAir
We were looking for a new small SUV for the...

We were looking for a new small SUV for the bride. One of the Jeep products like a Patriot or an Escape. We did a lot of research and asked about the internet pricing.

We went into the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-24-2013, 06:20 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,279
Posted By HeatAir
I'm more of a lurker than a poster. We...

I'm more of a lurker than a poster.

We bought a Sewer Solution 9 (?) years ago. There was a L O N G line at the dump station with a lot of Flying Monkeys (Foxtrot Mike, Fsomething Morons) in...
Forum: Just Conversation 02-28-2013, 06:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,795
Posted By HeatAir
When the now 22 year old daughter was born, I...

When the now 22 year old daughter was born, I went to work at a box store on a part time basis. I was 20 years younger and I think that I wanted to go postal on at least 1 out of 5 customers THEN. ...
Forum: Just Conversation 10-27-2012, 07:21 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,944
Posted By HeatAir
Okay, I'm missing something. Manufacturer's...

Okay, I'm missing something. Manufacturer's clubs?
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 02-04-2012, 06:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 803
Posted By HeatAir
Water Pump

Not a problem, but an observation.

Actually it started as a problem. We store our 38N at an off site storage location. Being exactly halfway between the last and the next camping trip, we...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-12-2011, 07:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,376
Posted By HeatAir
Icing suction line: Low air flow or low...

Icing suction line: Low air flow or low refrigerant.

Low air flow: Dirty filter, fan not working, dirty inside coil.

Low refrigerant: Self explanatory.

Third choice: Low ambient (outside...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-07-2011, 06:00 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,011
Posted By HeatAir
Most of the time around here, unless you either...

Most of the time around here, unless you either 1) go to a propane dealer or 2) have a vehicle with a built in tank (class A, etc) you pay a set amount for a refill of a portable tank.

I have a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-25-2011, 11:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,027
Posted By HeatAir
We dry camp maybe once or twice a year. We fill...

We dry camp maybe once or twice a year. We fill up the fresh tank on the way in, we normally keep less than a quarter tank fresh on board (weight issues).

We always drink from bottled water that...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-12-2011, 04:30 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,438
Posted By HeatAir
MRE Meals Rejected <by> Ethiopians ...

MRE

Meals
Rejected
<by>
Ethiopians


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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-08-2011, 07:24 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,438
Posted By HeatAir
We were installing a tankless water heater in the...

We were installing a tankless water heater in the garage of a house (the old one was in the attic!).

The helper was tasked with moving the rack that held the widow's canned goods. He grabbed a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-05-2011, 08:30 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,422
Posted By HeatAir
Excuse me, but too many people have no clue about...

Excuse me, but too many people have no clue about customer service.

And repeat customer service. I'll nearly bend over backwards for an established customer. AND some new ones.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-19-2008, 03:07 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,617
Posted By HeatAir
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by TXiceman:
If the propane lines burned through, the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-19-2008, 02:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,843
Posted By HeatAir
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by chasfm11:
cb5300 said
<BLOCKQUOTE...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-15-2008, 02:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,666
Posted By HeatAir
Sleep Number, ahhhhhh We bought one for our...

Sleep Number, ahhhhhh

We bought one for our bed in the house and love it. Our son moved out and took his queen mattress with him. We found a deal on a Sleep number and got one for his old room,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-06-2008, 01:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,513
Posted By HeatAir
Oh, another thing. My actions may affect...

Oh, another thing.

My actions may affect others. In that case, my actions should be held responsible if they affect others. If it does something to me, it's a latent Darwin award.....

Sorry...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-06-2008, 01:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,513
Posted By HeatAir
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Frank P. Martin:
<BLOCKQUOTE...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-05-2008, 02:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,513
Posted By HeatAir
Please understand that it's illegal to transport ...

Please understand that it's illegal to transport the refilled disposable tanks.

That being said, I've done it before and will probably do it again. You need to check the valves occasionally to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-24-2007, 01:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,071
Posted By HeatAir
Not long after we got the Hurricane, I went...

Not long after we got the Hurricane, I went through and changed all the outside locks (including the outside engine access). I also added locks to the battery compartment and the generator...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-19-2007, 04:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,465
Posted By HeatAir
We were there 2 weeks ago and I have no idea...

We were there 2 weeks ago and I have no idea where the "volunteer" section is. There is a group site at the back.

If they update that park too much, we probably won't go back. There are too...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-19-2007, 03:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,465
Posted By HeatAir
We've been there twice in three years and will...

We've been there twice in three years and will return.

I'm sorry you had a problem at Big Lagoon. If I were in your position, I would have walked the site and made double sure I knew where...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-01-2006, 05:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,797
Posted By HeatAir
I use a quick connect (QC) fitting so that I can...

I use a quick connect (QC) fitting so that I can do the job alone. The quick connect is the same style I use on my air tools and I use assorted brass bushings to got it to fit the hose connector.
...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-19-2006, 04:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,706
Posted By HeatAir
Is this the one right outside St Andrews State...

Is this the one right outside St Andrews State park in PCB? It looked like a nice place when we were down there Memorial Day week. Do they have a web address?

I love my sewer Solution, just wish...
Forum: Just Conversation 06-19-2006, 04:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,851
Posted By HeatAir
Profit vs. Profit Margins <BLOCKQUOTE...

Profit vs. Profit Margins

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> Most government school graduates can't even...
Forum: Just Conversation 06-08-2006, 05:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,770
Posted By HeatAir
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by chasfm11:
After 4 weeks and 3 different HVAC...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-02-2005, 04:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,758
Posted By HeatAir
Nope. In Georgia, they ask you when renewing...

Nope.

In Georgia, they ask you when renewing if you want your SSN as your drivers license number. When I renewed 8 years ago (or more), the examiner asked and I said no. They gave me a new number
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-27-2005, 05:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,929
Posted By HeatAir
Stan, There is an 80% rule that applies to...

Stan,

There is an 80% rule that applies to circuit breakers. That rule is that there should never be more then 80% of the rated capicity (load) of a circuit breaker at any time. Therefore, a 15...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-26-2005, 02:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,121
Posted By HeatAir
I was walking around a campground that had a no...

I was walking around a campground that had a no alcohol policy and visiting some new friends. There were some people down the way that were having too much fun and making too much noise. They had...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 01-09-2005, 01:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,472
Posted By HeatAir
While it did take a minute or 2 to download on a...

While it did take a minute or 2 to download on a DSL connection (and it was ok), I think it really wasn't worth it.

The link to www.operationgive.org (https://www.operationgive.org) was the real...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-23-2003, 01:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,702
Posted By HeatAir
My Hurricane 30Q owners manual (Ford Triton V-10...

My Hurricane 30Q owners manual (Ford Triton V-10 6.7 Liter) says to change the oil every 5K miles. I've always done my other vehicles at the 3K mark. Any opinions?

The other thing is the book...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-23-2003, 01:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,702
Posted By HeatAir
My Hurricane 30Q owners manual (Ford Triton V-10...

My Hurricane 30Q owners manual (Ford Triton V-10 6.7 Liter) says to change the oil every 5K miles. I've always done my other vehicles at the 3K mark. Any opinions?

The other thing is the book...
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