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Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-08-2022, 10:35 AM
Replies: 3,267
Views: 457,139
Posted By RobbieH
It's discontinued, but that's OK, this is...

It's discontinued, but that's OK, this is overkill for what I need. :)

Can you confirm if AT&T pushed an update that removed the ability to use the USB port?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-08-2022, 09:46 AM
Replies: 3,267
Views: 457,139
Posted By RobbieH
This may have already been covered, I'm sorry if...

This may have already been covered, I'm sorry if I missed it, this is a very busy thread and I don't follow it much because my setup has been working for years without any issues. Lately it seems...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-01-2021, 02:31 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,215
Posted By RobbieH
I camp down there quite a bit and I think you'll...

I camp down there quite a bit and I think you'll find that most of those folks live there at the campground. To put it nicely, those aren't the richest towns in the state.
Forum: New Member Check-In 10-01-2021, 02:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 539
Posted By RobbieH
Have you yet considered what you will tow it with?

Have you yet considered what you will tow it with?
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 08-04-2021, 11:26 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,548
Posted By RobbieH
Nope. The breakthrough infections are real. Like...

Nope. The breakthrough infections are real. Like I said, be careful.

Doc told my father had he not been vaccinated he wouldn't be here anymore. I was able to get over mine (for the most part but...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 08-04-2021, 11:20 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,548
Posted By RobbieH
2 shots of Pfizer for my father, 2 shots of...

2 shots of Pfizer for my father, 2 shots of Moderna for me. Yes, months before being infected.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-04-2021, 11:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,446
Posted By RobbieH
Wow, could you be a little more vague? :) ...

Wow, could you be a little more vague? :)

Airstream, made by Thor, expensive, no slides, stainless steel exterior, look cool... what else do you want to know?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-04-2021, 11:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 416
Posted By RobbieH
I have an NVidia Shield with a tiny external...

I have an NVidia Shield with a tiny external drive, running Plex Media Server for that use. It is now in its third RV.

You can either plug the NVidia directly into the TV, or any dongle such as...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-04-2021, 10:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 416
Posted By RobbieH
Both. TV for when more than I am watching, iPad...

Both. TV for when more than I am watching, iPad for when it's just me.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-04-2021, 10:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,242
Posted By RobbieH
Install LibreOffice and see if that allows you to...

Install LibreOffice and see if that allows you to open your work. LibreOffice is an open source (free) alternative to MS Office.
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 08-04-2021, 10:22 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,548
Posted By RobbieH
I'm still suffering from my infection, mostly...

I'm still suffering from my infection, mostly trying to get crud out of my lungs. Father is still really hurting, he's 79. He spent 3 days in ICU the second week of July. I caught it from him. Both...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-04-2021, 10:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,113
Posted By RobbieH
I've had a Super C, a DP, and now a TT. I keep...

I've had a Super C, a DP, and now a TT. I keep them connected at all times, on 50 amp for the MH models and now 30a on the TT. The main thing is to remember to check the water in your house batteries...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 08-04-2021, 09:13 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,335
Posted By RobbieH
I'm going to keep this as short as possible, I'm...

I'm going to keep this as short as possible, I'm an InfoSec engineer and have been most of my career life (30+ years), your risk of having someone hack your thermostat or even the back-end provider...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-30-2021, 03:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,486
Posted By RobbieH
Check ground. That's probably 99% of all power...

Check ground. That's probably 99% of all power issues I see. You may have lights but then the first time you use the trailer brakes "BAM" you get that message.
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-30-2021, 03:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,810
Posted By RobbieH
I thought Cat got out before all that started? I...

I thought Cat got out before all that started? I had a Cat in my 2005 Safari (Monaco). Great engine, 109,000+ on it when I sold it, no issues ever.

I would never own a coach that did not have side...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-30-2021, 03:19 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 10,199
Posted By RobbieH
Truck prices are so insane right now that I put...

Truck prices are so insane right now that I put mine up for sale!
Forum: New Member Check-In 07-30-2021, 03:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 390
Posted By RobbieH
Red River, NM and area.

Red River, NM and area.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-30-2021, 03:06 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,527
Posted By RobbieH
I wish I could remember. I used a mobile service....

I wish I could remember. I used a mobile service. Seems the oil change was around $350-400 (32 quarts I think?) and the transmission was around $700? That was 4 years ago. I've slept since then.

I...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-30-2021, 03:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,298
Posted By RobbieH
We had to do that when we were full-timing in our...

We had to do that when we were full-timing in our DP. Had to put Reflectix across the front of the coach to help with keeping it cool inside (it gets hot in central Texas). Made it feel like a cave,...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 07-30-2021, 02:57 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,089
Posted By RobbieH
Yes, he and I were fully vaccinated and made it...

Yes, he and I were fully vaccinated and made it through just fine. As said above, doc told him he wouldn't have made it had he not been vaccinated.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-30-2021, 02:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,599
Posted By RobbieH
When I had my Monaco I went to many parks with a...

When I had my Monaco I went to many parks with a 10 year rule. All I asked them is if I could send pictures for approval and I never had any issues.

Here's a picture of my 2005 Safari Gazelle...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 07-30-2021, 02:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,089
Posted By RobbieH
It is MISERABLE to have it anyway. And if you...

It is MISERABLE to have it anyway. And if you have it and are out in public, you are infecting others that may not make it through. It's selfish in my opinion. I kept my mouth shut about this for all...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2021, 02:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,160
Posted By RobbieH
https://www.prioryrentals.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/...

https://www.prioryrentals.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/anchorman-2-motorhome.jpg

(PS: That's a GMC Motorhome, my dad has one)
Forum: New Member Check-In 07-30-2021, 01:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 353
Posted By RobbieH
Hello from just SW of you. :) My last coach...

Hello from just SW of you. :)

My last coach was a 2005 Safari Gazelle 40PBT.
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 07-30-2021, 01:34 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,089
Posted By RobbieH
They told my father plain and simple, as they...

They told my father plain and simple, as they were checking him into ICU a few weeks ago, that if he had not vaccinated, they would not be having a conversation - he would be dead.

I made it...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-30-2021, 01:31 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,527
Posted By RobbieH
Yeah that first oil and transmission fluid change...

Yeah that first oil and transmission fluid change will make your eyes WIDE OPEN! :)
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-30-2021, 01:15 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 10,199
Posted By RobbieH
Now that's the way to go!

Now that's the way to go!
Forum: Full-Timers 07-30-2021, 01:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,313
Posted By RobbieH
My favorite place to get away from the heat is...

My favorite place to get away from the heat is Red River, NM.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-30-2021, 01:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,243
Posted By RobbieH
For a half ton truck, there are lots of 21'...

For a half ton truck, there are lots of 21' trailers that are too tall and heavy. My friend's 2109S is too heavy for a half ton in my opinion, and my 23' 2304DS certainly is. You might want to look...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-30-2021, 12:19 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 9,105
Posted By RobbieH
If you ask the truck manufacturer, any of their...

If you ask the truck manufacturer, any of their trucks can pull a train.
If you ask the RV salesman, whatever you have will tow anything they sell.
If you ask here, you will get all sorts of...
Forum: Electric RVs and EV Charging 07-30-2021, 12:14 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 19,269
Posted By RobbieH
I live near Fredericksburg TX, so it is a very...

I live near Fredericksburg TX, so it is a very touristy area with lots of RVs and campgrounds. All the campgrounds around me advertise that they allow EV charging, and you can even use them without...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-30-2021, 12:05 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,527
Posted By RobbieH
My last RV was a Monaco, 2005, so very similar to...

My last RV was a Monaco, 2005, so very similar to yours. Here's my entire process.

1. Get in
2. Start it up and let air come up
3. Turn off air brake
4. Push D

That is it, 109,000+ miles on...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2021, 11:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,076
Posted By RobbieH
Stuff like this is how Thor builds their crap....

Stuff like this is how Thor builds their crap. This blind (and all the blinds in the RV) had this same issue. If you have ever had one of these day/night blinds in your hands, you know how heavy they...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2021, 11:47 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,076
Posted By RobbieH
I sure miss mine. Guess which one of these...

I sure miss mine.

Guess which one of these I liked better:
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 07-30-2021, 11:31 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,089
Posted By RobbieH
Old Biscuit, I agree with you, but in this case...

Old Biscuit, I agree with you, but in this case keep in mind that the masks also protect those around you. I would say it's like comparing seat belt laws to no smoking laws. Seat belt laws protect...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2021, 11:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,076
Posted By RobbieH
Using your analogy, and being someone who grew up...

Using your analogy, and being someone who grew up with boats, brother owns 6 and has a fishing charter to this day, you are right. Nothing different than owning a boat. There are quality boats and...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-30-2021, 11:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,808
Posted By RobbieH
I forgot to add, you really need to use wallboard...

I forgot to add, you really need to use wallboard bolts (molly bolts) if you don't want them to pull out.
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 07-30-2021, 11:14 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,089
Posted By RobbieH
See my post above.

See my post above.
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 07-30-2021, 11:13 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,089
Posted By RobbieH
Sitting here still recovering from the Delta...

Sitting here still recovering from the Delta variant after catching it (I am fully vaccinated) on July 3rd from my father, who was also fully vaccinated and spent 3 days in ICU, I don't see the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-30-2021, 11:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,808
Posted By RobbieH
Answered the same thing over on the FR site, but...

Answered the same thing over on the FR site, but if you are Thor you just use a single crappy tiny screw to put stuff up. That way blinds and such fall off going down the road.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-29-2021, 01:36 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,894
Posted By RobbieH
I've been towing since the late 70s and I can...

I've been towing since the late 70s and I can tell you that just because it can pull it, it doesn't mean you should or that it is safe or comfortable. I would not pull a 30 foot travel trailer with a...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-29-2021, 07:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,013
Posted By RobbieH
Just noticed you are from Weatherford. That's...

Just noticed you are from Weatherford. That's where my father lives, I'm from Azle. Hello old neighbor!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-28-2021, 05:42 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,335
Posted By RobbieH
Thanks but I already ordered it. :) I wasn't...

Thanks but I already ordered it. :) I wasn't kidding!
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-28-2021, 05:38 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,335
Posted By RobbieH
OK, the warnings/alerts just did it for me. I'm...

OK, the warnings/alerts just did it for me. I'm ordering one now. That is really important if you have pets in the trailer while you are away.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-28-2021, 05:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,212
Posted By RobbieH
Sounds good. Prices are up so high I put mine up...

Sounds good. Prices are up so high I put mine up for sale on Craigslist yesterday. Potential $20k+ profit. Right now I have it "too high" but I wanted to see what happened. I bought my truck just...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-28-2021, 05:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,212
Posted By RobbieH
Keep in mind there's more to it than weight. You...

Keep in mind there's more to it than weight. You have to consider the frontal surface you will be pulling through the wind too. The same half ton truck that wouldn't pull my trailer comfortably at 65...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-28-2021, 05:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,983
Posted By RobbieH
I knew about the TRW upgrade but never got around...

I knew about the TRW upgrade but never got around to it. The previous owner of mine had HWH ActiveAir put on it, and it drove like a charm. The guy who bought mine said he had driven several that day...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-28-2021, 05:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,013
Posted By RobbieH
I've had a 96, 2003, 2006, 2014 and now a 2018....

I've had a 96, 2003, 2006, 2014 and now a 2018. No issues on anything in the 2000s. The 96 had all the normal problems.

I also never had a recall for any wiring issues on any of them.

As far as...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 07-28-2021, 04:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,098
Posted By RobbieH
And you probably have a better built coach, being...

And you probably have a better built coach, being an 06. My 05 Monaco was a tank, never had any issues with it.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-28-2021, 03:55 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,335
Posted By RobbieH
Thank you for posting this. I may put one in my...

Thank you for posting this. I may put one in my trailer, but I was sure looking for one of these for the Monaco I had before. If you look at the page you linked to, scroll down to where it says...
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