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Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-31-2021, 01:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 696
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Yes, we have one, my wife has RA and her meds say...

Yes, we have one, my wife has RA and her meds say stay out of direct sun light. She cannot physically put up or take down the zippered part, so only I can put it up or take it down. On a day like...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-31-2021, 12:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 696
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Dual pitch awning upgrade

All awning I see on 5th wheels seem to high and cannot provide morning or afternoon shade depending the direction you're facing. Yes you can add dropped down screen shades, but they then limit the...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 03-05-2021, 06:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 226
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Escapees filter not working

Why are Escapees ' SKP parks not showing up? Their HQ in Livingston should showup on this map


Here's screen shot.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-22-2021, 07:58 AM
Replies: 292
Views: 624,453
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Like TXduo said it gets power from it's control...

Like TXduo said it gets power from it's control box for aiming the dish. When I turn on the control box it powers up, unfolds and searches the sky for a dish satellite, locks on and then peaks the...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-18-2021, 08:01 AM
Replies: 292
Views: 624,453
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Installed and works great. Existing coax to...

Installed and works great. Existing coax to living room TV area worked for the Hopper 3.


I tried using the 2nd coax from the bedroom tv to pull the control cable but it would not. I was able...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 02-05-2021, 10:19 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 13,231
Posted By Filthy-Beast
2020 F350 11969 miles engine hours 422 idle...

2020 F350
11969 miles
engine hours 422
idle hours 84.


That is 19.9 % of the time idling at stop lights and the drive through at Whataburger.


It also means I only avg 35.41 MPH
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-01-2021, 10:18 PM
Replies: 292
Views: 624,453
Posted By Filthy-Beast
The control cable runs from the Winegard...

The control cable runs from the Winegard satellite dish to the winegard satellite control box(IDU). The IDU powers on the winegard and aims it, the control cable does not carry Dishnetwork...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-31-2021, 12:11 PM
Replies: 292
Views: 624,453
Posted By Filthy-Beast
The factory installed a King tailgater pro and it...

The factory installed a King tailgater pro and it has two coax cables connected to it one to the bedroom other to the main TV. We hate the King Tailgater. In addition to limitations of only seeing...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-30-2021, 10:59 PM
Replies: 292
Views: 624,453
Posted By Filthy-Beast
I'll be swapping out the king for the winegard.

I'll be swapping out the king for the winegard.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-30-2021, 10:06 PM
Replies: 292
Views: 624,453
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Can I use the other coax for the control cable...

Can I use the other coax for the control cable going to the IDU controller box or is the control cable a special cable?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-30-2021, 05:18 PM
Replies: 292
Views: 624,453
Posted By Filthy-Beast
New winegard hybrid sk-1000 replacing King tailgater pro

On my 5th wheel I have a King tailgater pro on the roof with two coax connections, one run to the bedroom and the other to the living room/main TV. I want to use my Hopper 3 in the living room and a...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-10-2021, 09:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,867
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Had one of those on a storage locker, lost the...

Had one of those on a storage locker, lost the key. My battery powered dremel cut through it in less than 4 minutes.
Forum: CB & Ham Radio 12-20-2020, 09:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,733
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Nice looking install

Nice looking install
Forum: Full-Timers 12-06-2020, 09:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,480
Posted By Filthy-Beast
I had our agent get quotes for Saint B, Bushnell...

I had our agent get quotes for Saint B, Bushnell and Crestview. Crestview won and we use MyRVMail.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-30-2020, 04:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,179
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Before COVID I would expect discounts to be 30 to...

Before COVID I would expect discounts to be 30 to 35%. So under 60k for a 90k MSRP RV. I’ve read it’s a sellers market right now so they may be discounting less do to the COVID RV rush.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-18-2020, 08:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,730
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Got one on my 2020 dually F350 using a Trailer...

Got one on my 2020 dually F350 using a Trailer Saver BD5 hutch. No issues.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-18-2020, 08:06 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 17,859
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Look into Riverstone. When I did my research they...

Look into Riverstone. When I did my research they seemed to be a good balance of cost and build. Not cheap but not custom build prices.
Forum: Full-Timers 08-18-2020, 07:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,586
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Interesting Article ...

Interesting Article
https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2020/05/16/tornado-alley-flawed-concept/
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 08-18-2020, 07:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 576
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Add a stop a few miles from starting and you can...

Add a stop a few miles from starting and you can then spec fuel levels
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-17-2020, 02:59 PM
Replies: 13,638
Views: 2,140,268
Posted By Filthy-Beast
That a good idea, I like it better than the...

That a good idea, I like it better than the little pillows
Forum: Full-Timers 08-07-2020, 07:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,102
Posted By Filthy-Beast
A 5th wheel will give you a lot more living area,...

A 5th wheel will give you a lot more living area, storage area, and will tow better than a TT.

The numbers you really need to pay attention to are your trucks available payload, pin weight based...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-01-2020, 05:01 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,823
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Westinghouse makes a dual fuel version of the...

Westinghouse makes a dual fuel version of the 4500i. The Westinghouse and Onan non-dual fuel are identical.

...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-29-2020, 07:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,423
Posted By Filthy-Beast
We leave it on.

We leave it on.
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 07-29-2020, 06:00 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,116
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Nice write up. We just got an 890 and like it....

Nice write up. We just got an 890 and like it. Like you I was surprised with a “sharp curve warning” on an interstate.

I interested in your app, keep us posted please.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-28-2020, 02:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,439
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Pulling a 19k Riverstone with TrailSaver BD5,...

Pulling a 19k Riverstone with TrailSaver BD5, great hitch.
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 07-25-2020, 06:12 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 30,112
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Look at long bed dually trucks in parking lots....

Look at long bed dually trucks in parking lots. My F350 is 22 feet.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-24-2020, 07:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,107
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Very dumb question about water capacity

Well I’ve read a few post of tanks dropping. So it depends on how well the are mounted. Then there is total weight. If all my tanks were full that will be more than half of my cargo capacity figuring...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-23-2020, 06:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,723
Posted By Filthy-Beast
The Riverstone we are picking up has 95 fresh, 82...

The Riverstone we are picking up has 95 fresh, 82 gray divided into two 41 gal tanks and a 41 black tank. You will produce much more gray water than black.
Forum: Full-Timers 07-21-2020, 09:47 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 16,952
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Not the best advice. I’ve had several large...

Not the best advice. I’ve had several large surges over the years at home. Last one was 2 months ago and surge suppressors saved several expensive items. You do realize that small surges take a toll...
Forum: Full-Timers 07-17-2020, 05:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 851
Posted By Filthy-Beast
See the country and: don't like my neighbors,...

See the country and:
don't like my neighbors, move
don't like the weather, move
get bored, move


The lifestyle is not for everyone
Forum: RV'ing On A Budget 07-17-2020, 05:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,160
Posted By Filthy-Beast
If I'm towing and getting horrible mileage them...

If I'm towing and getting horrible mileage them I'm passing by truck stops on the hwy and they are not out of the way. If I'm not towing my F350 gets between 16 and 18 mpg. Since I save about $18 a...
Forum: RV'ing On A Budget 07-17-2020, 05:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,160
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Since getting the TSD card I've done 6 fill-ups...

Since getting the TSD card I've done 6 fill-ups on my F350, pumped 204 gallons and saved $107 or 52 cents a gallon.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-15-2020, 03:22 PM
Replies: 13,638
Views: 2,140,268
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Does a 5th wheel hitch count? Just installed...

Does a 5th wheel hitch count? Just installed Trailer Saver BD5, will be picking up our new Riverstone in 10 days.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-12-2020, 07:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 790
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Dealers make money off of financing. Always have...

Dealers make money off of financing. Always have a pre-approval and then see if the dealer can beat it.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-11-2020, 05:15 PM
Replies: 13,638
Views: 2,140,268
Posted By Filthy-Beast
4 collapsible cones and 6 LED flares

4 collapsible cones and 6 LED flares
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-05-2020, 06:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,591
Posted By Filthy-Beast
I think so, 35% off.

I think so, 35% off.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-04-2020, 12:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,591
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Looking for a new 5th Wheel

Park model only makes sense if it is in an active nice park or if on private land you plan to keep it there 30 years. Well maintained park models last a long time. Active parks have good resale...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 07-02-2020, 05:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,821
Posted By Filthy-Beast
All of that data is in the spreadsheet you can...

All of that data is in the spreadsheet you can download.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-02-2020, 07:40 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 21,882
Posted By Filthy-Beast
I thought I read it. Let's take an extreme...

I thought I read it. Let's take an extreme example. Using a 22.5 in tire with very little load. If you air up that tire to side wall pressure with your trailer only the very center of the tread will...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 07-02-2020, 07:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,821
Posted By Filthy-Beast
email yourself the itinerary and print that

email yourself the itinerary and print that
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-29-2020, 12:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,591
Posted By Filthy-Beast
If you never plan to move it why not look into a...

If you never plan to move it why not look into a park model, 12 foot wide with no slide outs, conventional roof with shingles and an external residential type forced AC?
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-29-2020, 12:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,591
Posted By Filthy-Beast
We ordered that model with the legacy option and...

We ordered that model with the legacy option and had a few more 110 outlets put in and cat6 cables run also price was just slightly higher than mentioned. We should be picking it up early August. I...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 06-28-2020, 09:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,765
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Try turning off remember me, you might need to...

Try turning off remember me, you might need to delete a cookie
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 06-28-2020, 10:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 647
Posted By Filthy-Beast
I use firefox, top of the browser on the left...

I use firefox, top of the browser on the left (your other left) I mean right side is an icon with a grade for the site, when you click on it a box opens, little more than 1/2 down is a selection...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 06-26-2020, 06:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 647
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Thanks! This helped me as well, I'm using firefox...

Thanks! This helped me as well, I'm using firefox and duck duck go. Added the website to white list and it works great.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-22-2020, 12:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 959
Posted By Filthy-Beast
I factory ordered in early April and got 35% off...

I factory ordered in early April and got 35% off msrp.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 06-20-2020, 02:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,008
Posted By Filthy-Beast
Ham radio in my rig

Ham radio in my rig
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 06-18-2020, 06:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,987
Posted By Filthy-Beast
I love that pink Panther bit.

I love that pink Panther bit.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-17-2020, 11:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,564
Posted By Filthy-Beast
We have a sediment filter and carbon filter...

We have a sediment filter and carbon filter before a water softener outside and a Berkey inside. The Berkey is more than a filter, we love it.
Forum: Full-Timers 06-16-2020, 08:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,678
Posted By Filthy-Beast
I use MyRVMail in Crestview FL. I had our...

I use MyRVMail in Crestview FL. I had our insurance agent run quotes using Escapees, St B, and MyRVMail addresses. MyRVMail saves me several hundred. Might not be the same for you but worth checking.
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