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Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-03-2021, 02:33 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 17,499
Posted By stevechris
B Rad thanks for the information. Anyone else...

B Rad thanks for the information. Anyone else have suggestions on 350 GLE 4matic?
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-01-2021, 12:13 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 17,499
Posted By stevechris
Good to see towing with an SUV. I have purchased...

Good to see towing with an SUV. I have purchased a 16.85 Lance it will be delivered 9-15-21. I will be towing with a Mercedes 350 GLE 4matic.On paper all the specifications line up. How does your...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-20-2021, 12:38 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,465
Posted By stevechris
OK it was a serious question and Vermile thank...

OK it was a serious question and Vermile thank you for giving me a serious answer.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-19-2021, 02:30 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,465
Posted By stevechris
We have ordered a Lance TT with solar panels. We...

We have ordered a Lance TT with solar panels. We are planing to have the TT fully cover when stored outdoors. Will the solar panels work while covered. This may be a dumb question. Hopefully you...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-19-2021, 01:32 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 17,499
Posted By stevechris
I noticed it was all trucks towing what about...

I noticed it was all trucks towing what about SUV's
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-16-2021, 01:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 396
Posted By stevechris
ECHO Wireless Brake Control

We are using a Mercedes GLE 350 4matic to tow our new Lance TT. The hitch supplier wants us to use the Echo wireless brake controller because of difficulty hard wiring into the Mercedes electrical....
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 06-11-2021, 08:29 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 323
Posted By stevechris
ECHO Wireless Brake Control

We are new to travel trailers. We have a Mercedes 350 GLE 4 matic and need a electrical brake controller added. The trailer hitch company does not do hard wire brake controllers on this car and...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-10-2021, 05:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 844
Posted By stevechris
Jeep Cherokee Larado

We just purchased a Lance 16.85 trailer with a gross weight is 5500 lbs. Has anyone towed a trailer with this approximate weight with the Grand Cherokee Laredo (two capacity 6200 lbs). Will the Jeep...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-17-2019, 10:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,034
Posted By stevechris
Thanks this is a great find

Thanks this is a great find
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-16-2019, 11:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,034
Posted By stevechris
I Lost What !!??

OK I'm not going to say how but driving down the road I lost a cargo hatch door to my 2003 Southwind. Does anyone know of a Pick a Part or Wrecking Yard for motor homes where I may be able to get a...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-26-2019, 01:22 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 22,536
Posted By stevechris
I have a rear camera that stays on. I use it to...

I have a rear camera that stays on. I use it to confirm the toad is tracking straight. I place my toad tires right on a white line while driving to make sure it is tracking straight. Since we tow a...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-26-2019, 12:22 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 12,529
Posted By stevechris
The winning answer is the Smart car. We have...

The winning answer is the Smart car. We have towed ours over 50,000 miles and it is very easy to connect / disconnect.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-24-2019, 01:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,193
Posted By stevechris
good work good price

I had my 2001 South Wind painted at "The Paint Department in Chino, California. Ask for Chuck. I was VERY Pleased with their work. They have two inside spray booths.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-12-2019, 04:14 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 87,590
Posted By stevechris
I have a bubble on my leveler control, a Home...

I have a bubble on my leveler control, a Home Depot vertical and horizontal lever and an app on my mobile phone. The best way I have found to level my coach is to eyeball it then open my bathroom...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-28-2018, 11:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,099
Posted By stevechris
Sorry for the confusion I wanted to know about...

Sorry for the confusion I wanted to know about Universal Studios, Hollywood California. Most of the replies have been Florida:blink:
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-26-2018, 10:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,099
Posted By stevechris
Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal does not have overnight parking on site has anyone stayed close to the park? What about a Walmart or Costco near the park?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-10-2018, 02:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,843
Posted By stevechris
I had the same problem with our Southward in the...

I had the same problem with our Southward in the bathroom. I used SimpleGreen sprayed it on and the stains were gone.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-03-2018, 04:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 656
Posted By stevechris
Different Question on TPMS

I know the three things most TPMS monitor: temperature, low air and high air. The question is this. If a low alarm goes off there is a leak, if the temperature alarm goes off the tires are too hot...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-03-2018, 04:04 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,427
Posted By stevechris
We had no problems crossing in and out of Canada...

We had no problems crossing in and out of Canada on our way to Alaska last year. We had all of our dog shots current but out of 8 border crossing into and out of Canada no one asked about any dog...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-11-2018, 04:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,491
Posted By stevechris
We tow a 2014 Smart Car 4 down. Easy to pull easy...

We tow a 2014 Smart Car 4 down. Easy to pull easy to unhitch. Down side ( or up side for us) only two people can ride in it. Also very good fuel economy.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-06-2018, 03:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 758
Posted By stevechris
Thanks Jay. Do you know of any internal after...

Thanks Jay. Do you know of any internal after market TPMS for my coach?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-06-2018, 12:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 758
Posted By stevechris
It's a different question on TPMS

I know there have been a lot of thread's started on TPMS. I did read several of them but did not see this question. We are purchasing the EEZRV system. My tow car already has a manufactured system on...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-06-2018, 12:27 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,759
Posted By stevechris
MY Wife bought me my motor home for my 65th...

MY Wife bought me my motor home for my 65th birthday. We had boats before that and I wanted to tour the entire USA. So far 4 years later we have seen all of the western USA including Alaska up to...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-05-2018, 01:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,061
Posted By stevechris
Again without knowing where in LA you are going...

Again without knowing where in LA you are going it's hard to give specifics. There is a great park in New Port Beach called the Dunes. It is about 1 hour south of LA but much to see.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 02-05-2018, 01:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,283
Posted By stevechris
Oregon is one of our favorite states and the...

Oregon is one of our favorite states and the entire coast is GREAT. You should not have any problems in April. We belong to Thousand Trails and all of their locations in Oregon are the BEST. If...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-22-2018, 01:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 859
Posted By stevechris
Tire Questions

Unfortunately I was "T-boned" in my motorhome. The claim adjuster has authorized the replacement of my front drivers tire and the outside back tandem tire. Here are the questions. The shop doing the...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 01-21-2018, 02:11 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,732
Posted By stevechris
OK Thanks for all of your passionate replies....

OK Thanks for all of your passionate replies. After careful consideration I am going to do the manly thing. I will look my DW in the eye and with the utmost sincerity tell her the northern route is...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 01-18-2018, 03:56 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,732
Posted By stevechris
Who's Right me or the DW, head North or South?

We will be leaving southern California the end of march for a 4 month trip. The route is leaving Los Angeles heading toward New Mexico up to North Dakota east to Michigan then south to Tennessee and...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-06-2018, 11:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,346
Posted By stevechris
Thanks for the feedback. I understand that a...

Thanks for the feedback. I understand that a quality tow services should disconnect the drive shaft prior to towing. My question now is would they normally reconnect once they drop it off. Due to the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-06-2018, 02:35 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,727
Posted By stevechris
We rented a MH for a month before we decided to...

We rented a MH for a month before we decided to purchase our MH. During that first MH rental we of coarse did not tow a car. I thought it would be easy just to rent as we went. For us we never were...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-06-2018, 02:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,011
Posted By stevechris
Like a lot of us I have a USA map on the outside...

Like a lot of us I have a USA map on the outside of my MH. We have filled in every state including Alaska west of the Mississippi. So we know this year we will start to explore some of the states...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-06-2018, 02:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,346
Posted By stevechris
Towing Class A Motorhome

I unfortunately was involved in a accident with by MH. I had to have my coach towed 20 miles to the tow yard, then 45 miles to the insurance adjusters lot and finally an additional 40 miles to its...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-03-2017, 04:40 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 9,869
Posted By stevechris
Just came back from 8 weeks in Alaska. I brought...

Just came back from 8 weeks in Alaska. I brought a shotgun and had no problems crossing the Canada border. Just make sure you declare it upon your arrival. I carried slugs. I would not even think of...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-03-2017, 04:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 922
Posted By stevechris
Here is My Opinion on Good Sam

It seems to me that I read more negative then positive post regarding Good Sam Roadside. I have used them twice on problematic situation regarding my tow car
( Smart car). The first situation, I...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-03-2017, 02:05 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,094
Posted By stevechris
Oh God the Universe declares your Majesty.

Oh God the Universe declares your Majesty.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-03-2017, 12:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 25,096
Posted By stevechris
I just fixed the problem it was the red light on...

I just fixed the problem it was the red light on the black box. I placed a magnet over the box, the red light went out, the refrigerator went on and I am heading for Alaska. Thanks for everyones...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-03-2017, 11:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 25,096
Posted By stevechris
Yes I did have the recall done and we had box...

Yes I did have the recall done and we had box installed. It has a red light on. What color should it be?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-02-2017, 06:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 25,096
Posted By stevechris
HELP no power to Norcold Refrigerator

We are leaving for a 3 month trip to Alaska on July 5th. I just tried to turn on our Refrigerator and it will not power up. AC is on, Microwave
will turn on so it's not a problem with power to the...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 06-23-2017, 06:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 845
Posted By stevechris
Canada HWY 1

We are planing a trip to Alaska and have the Milepost guide. If I'm reading it correctly Hwy 1 from Hope to Cache Creek looks like a narrow, winding road? doesn't sound like a fun drive. Should I...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 05-28-2017, 01:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 866
Posted By stevechris
Alaska Not That Road

We are planning a 2 month trip to Alaska. We did a Sea/Land tour with Holland America a few years back. The land cruise took us on a road north toward Denali that required the bus driver to be...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 05-25-2017, 05:57 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 31,494
Posted By stevechris
do you get cell phone reception in Alaska?

do you get cell phone reception in Alaska?
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 03-08-2017, 01:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,045
Posted By stevechris
I also heard a metal to metal sound....

I also heard a metal to metal sound. Unfortunately, I found out quickly what the cause was. Does it only happen when you apply your breaks. My sound was metal to metal on the rooters. $2700 later no...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-24-2017, 12:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,700
Posted By stevechris
Thanks to all for your replies. I will continue...

Thanks to all for your replies. I will continue to shop for the best value.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-22-2017, 07:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,700
Posted By stevechris
Why should I pay more?

When I travel I always look for Costco, Sams Club or ARCO to fill up my workhorse gas coach. Can anyone explain why I should buy gas from the major stations instead of these less expensive stations....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-17-2017, 02:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,574
Posted By stevechris
We tow our Smart car using a BlueOx bar. We do...

We tow our Smart car using a BlueOx bar. We do bungie the steering wheel and you MUST install a "kill switch".
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-17-2017, 02:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 663
Posted By stevechris
I had all my decals removed and new paint applied...

I had all my decals removed and new paint applied from the "Paint Department" in Chino. The job was done GREAT ( they even have two indoor spray booths. Call Chuck I don't know if I can give out his...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-30-2016, 12:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,439
Posted By stevechris
I have GS roadside and have used it and like it...

I have GS roadside and have used it and like it very much. I also have extended warranty and would never leave home without it. I think the big factor for me is I am not mechanical and can do very...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-18-2016, 02:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,451
Posted By stevechris
I want to draw a line in the sand on your...

I want to draw a line in the sand on your complaint about GOOD SAM. I had to use them to tow my toad (Smart Car) on a Sunday early morning. They arrive within 45 minutes and towed me to the nearest...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-08-2016, 02:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,171
Posted By stevechris
I am a commercial flooring contractor and...

I am a commercial flooring contractor and purchased a level loop commercial grade carpet. I had my normal installers install it and they did a great job. A little technical note were the carpet...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-08-2016, 02:07 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,303
Posted By stevechris
300 miles is a great goal per day leave late get...

300 miles is a great goal per day leave late get in early and still have time to relax. I would advise you to know the height of your MH and be aware of height restriction signs. My first trip to...
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