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Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-10-2022, 05:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,076
Posted By HDrider
We have plans to leave Arizona and bounce our way...

We have plans to leave Arizona and bounce our way to Michigan, New York, over to Maine and then to Florida and back to Arizona between May and December. Our friends that were going with us backed out...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 08-08-2021, 07:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,464
Posted By HDrider
Ok, thanks. That gives a good idea. Looks like we...

Ok, thanks. That gives a good idea. Looks like we should be able to skirt the big stuff.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 08-07-2021, 07:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,464
Posted By HDrider
Would taking 84 to Scanton then 80 to Harrisburg...

Would taking 84 to Scanton then 80 to Harrisburg to catch 81 be a wide enough birth to get around NY?
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 08-06-2021, 07:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,464
Posted By HDrider
Easiest route from Maine to Florida

Question, after our main trip in 2022 we pretty much want to make it down to Saint Augustine Florida by way of no large cities and the easiest driving. We would be departing from Scarborough Main. ...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-15-2021, 05:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,356
Posted By HDrider
Wow, great. Thank you very much for that thought...

Wow, great. Thank you very much for that thought out reply. I will certainly be referring back to this numerous times.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-15-2021, 05:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,356
Posted By HDrider
Thanks for those comments. We are still in the...

Thanks for those comments. We are still in the planning stages so not "set" on anything 100% yet. We want to see and do as much as we can but we also want to do it at a enjoyable pace and I DON'T...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-15-2021, 05:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,356
Posted By HDrider
Thanks for that, I have jotted that down. And...

Thanks for that, I have jotted that down. And thanks for letting us know you followed us on the blog!!! Thanks cool!!
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-13-2021, 12:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,356
Posted By HDrider
Thanks for that.

Thanks for that.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-12-2021, 05:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,356
Posted By HDrider
We really have not seen any of it. In Charleston...

We really have not seen any of it. In Charleston we saw a church where they hung a flag. Diane has always been hugely interested in it however.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-12-2021, 05:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,356
Posted By HDrider
Well we hope to be at the Underground Railroad...

Well we hope to be at the Underground Railroad portion the very end of June and the couple we are traveling with would like to be in NC mid August. But if them being there seems to hamper our...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-12-2021, 04:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,356
Posted By HDrider
Maine trip

This may be crazy but we plan to hit Michigan next summer for a whirlwind and then drop down to Ann Arbor to do the Henry Ford Museum, then down to Flushing Ohio to check out the Underground...
Forum: Full-Timers 05-21-2021, 04:18 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,570
Posted By HDrider
Yup and I have dealt with nay sayers at different...

Yup and I have dealt with nay sayers at different times of my life and I treat them all the same. I take their comments into consideration and then do what I feel is right, not them. And I will admit...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-21-2021, 04:13 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 21,279
Posted By HDrider
Just to toss a little New Horizons into the...

Just to toss a little New Horizons into the thread again, we just picked up our 2nd New Horizons 5th wheel and couldn't be more happy with the rig. Another great job done by a great team.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-11-2021, 06:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,058
Posted By HDrider
As already mentioned post it everywhere. With...

As already mentioned post it everywhere. With that said we sold our New Horizon 5th wheel a few months ago in just a few days with it listed on RV Trader. The Class A we sold before got the lead from...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-03-2021, 04:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,382
Posted By HDrider
I don't know if it's RV rated but we have been...

I don't know if it's RV rated but we have been carrying 2 65lb e-bikes on our Kuwait rack for the last 6 years. 4 years on the back of a Class A and 2 on the rear of a 5th wheel with no issues.
Forum: Full-Timers 03-03-2021, 04:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,642
Posted By HDrider
Already a bunch of good ideas but we just bought...

Already a bunch of good ideas but we just bought a decent fireproof safe and keep it in the closet and we keep a bug out bag right next to our exit door with a few key items.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-14-2021, 07:33 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 21,279
Posted By HDrider
Hey Billett Bee, I'm beginning to think you ae a...

Hey Billett Bee, I'm beginning to think you ae a well disguised under cover Luxe employee trolling the NH area LOL!!!! Of course I'm teasing,,,,,
And appearance in in the eye of the beholder, I...
Forum: Full-Timers 12-30-2020, 05:33 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,436
Posted By HDrider
It sounds like I'm the odd guy out because...

It sounds like I'm the odd guy out because depending on the area we will be traveling rough I like to travel on Sundays and usually early when people are still at church or recovering from their...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-25-2020, 05:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,157
Posted By HDrider
We went from a 42' DP to a 40' 5th wheel 1.5...

We went from a 42' DP to a 40' 5th wheel 1.5 years ago and you have already received some great advise. I might add to always do a pull test before raising the front jacks all the way on travel days....
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-25-2020, 05:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,780
Posted By HDrider
We have the Keldermen system on the rear of our...

We have the Keldermen system on the rear of our 2018 Ram 5500 and had it installed right away. I know I wouldn't want to drive my 5500 as a daily driver without it and it sure is nice while hooked up...
Forum: Full-Timers 11-17-2020, 06:55 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,009
Posted By HDrider
If you are JUST talking about the purchase of the...

If you are JUST talking about the purchase of the RV how about a state with no sales tax like Oregon. You can always change states later. We keep Oreon and because we have bought 3 RV's and a 4th on...
Forum: Full-Timers 11-16-2020, 06:23 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,443
Posted By HDrider
Our fulltime haits have evolved over the last 8...

Our fulltime haits have evolved over the last 8 years. For the first 4 ears we pretty much moved short distances every week. Then at some point we found ourselves sitting for a month in one spot...
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 10-27-2020, 06:36 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,593
Posted By HDrider
We have taken a deposit on our unit so it appears...

We have taken a deposit on our unit so it appears to be sold.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-18-2020, 05:41 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 20,017
Posted By HDrider
You are most welcome. Something to keep in mind,...

You are most welcome. Something to keep in mind, New Horizon also has a Summit model that is a foot shorter height wise which saves weight but still offers the New Horizon quality. Also because New...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-17-2020, 07:55 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 20,017
Posted By HDrider
Yes I do, we are full timers so not just camping...

Yes I do, we are full timers so not just camping gear on board, fully loaded our pin weight is 4680lbs.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-17-2020, 05:52 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 20,017
Posted By HDrider
Lots of New Horizon rigs in the 40' range on the...

Lots of New Horizon rigs in the 40' range on the road being pulled by DRW trucks. And yes I have looked at numbers, in fact we have a Ram 5500 and pull a 40' NH and have lots of cushion on our...
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 10-17-2020, 05:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,593
Posted By HDrider
2020 Majestic just went up for sale

I just wanted to take a minute and mention that we just put our 40' 2020 Majestic that is pretty well appointed up for sale in the Classified here and on RV Trader in case anyone knows of someone in...
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 10-14-2020, 05:24 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 15,753
Posted By HDrider
Well I know of a nice used pretty loaded 2020 New...

Well I know of a nice used pretty loaded 2020 New Horizons that just hit their website and the Classifieds here and RV Trader, just sayin LOL!!!!
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 09-20-2020, 06:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,406
Posted By HDrider
I'd bet 50 cents that if you check the breakers...

I'd bet 50 cents that if you check the breakers on the generator you will find that's your issue.
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 09-17-2020, 03:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,406
Posted By HDrider
Do you have the Firefly system onboard? If so you...

Do you have the Firefly system onboard? If so you should have a place to start the generator on your main control panel.
If you have the Magnum control panel inside you should be able to go the the...
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 09-14-2020, 07:08 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 15,753
Posted By HDrider
Interesting.... I wonder what kind of custom...

Interesting.... I wonder what kind of custom building background they want... Maybe someone with custom cabinetry, 12v systems, and RVing background, maybe someone that built custom offshore racing...
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 09-13-2020, 03:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,409
Posted By HDrider
It comes down to the value of the trade in. They...

It comes down to the value of the trade in. They will not, or have not that I'm aware of, take trades with a higher value. I know most of the used NH units sitting there are on consignment.
For...
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 09-11-2020, 06:15 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 15,753
Posted By HDrider
Saw a couple Luxe and had a friend that had one,...

Saw a couple Luxe and had a friend that had one, marked it off the list. Toured DRV and saw many and even though we REALLY wanted to like them enough to go that direction and save a few bucks we just...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-09-2020, 06:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 319
Posted By HDrider
Funky water flow issue

Our neighbor at this park had a water pump start leaking so switched it out. Couldn't get water with the new pump so after trying everything I guess he figured out he reversed the in and out hoses....
Forum: Full-Timers 09-03-2020, 06:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,307
Posted By HDrider
Yup, you're welcome. Hope it works for you.

Yup, you're welcome. Hope it works for you.
Forum: Full-Timers 09-01-2020, 06:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,307
Posted By HDrider
There is a outfit called "Mail Forwarding...

There is a outfit called "Mail Forwarding Services" in Tangent Oregon that we use and have for the last 7 years.
They did switch ownership about a year ago but we have nit noticed any changes.
...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-18-2020, 05:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,296
Posted By HDrider
Yup, fulltimed in 2 different Class A's for 7...

Yup, fulltimed in 2 different Class A's for 7 years a 40ft and 42ft and then switched to a 40ft 5th wheel a little over a year ago.
I'm guessing you might have found my write up on our blog about...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-18-2020, 05:16 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 17,810
Posted By HDrider
I don't care WHAT brand you buy or what you pay,...

I don't care WHAT brand you buy or what you pay, if they are man made you are going to have some sort of problem. My thought is that the higher end units should have LESS issues but you are going to...
Forum: Full-Timers 08-17-2020, 05:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,333
Posted By HDrider
We had RV refers in our first 5th wheel and our...

We had RV refers in our first 5th wheel and our first Class A. Then A residential in our second Class A and now our second 5th wheel. For us the residential is best.
First off the residential is...
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 08-12-2020, 04:12 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 23,959
Posted By HDrider
Had a chance to step into the NH show model with...

Had a chance to step into the NH show model with the Mini Spit system and I was pretty amazed, it was actually quieter than I had expected.
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 08-06-2020, 05:57 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,551
Posted By HDrider
I have had a couple of the higher priced ones...

I have had a couple of the higher priced ones with a gauge and even adjustable, every one has goner bad. I now use the lesser expensive simple non adjustable one and even though I'm just trusting...
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 07-19-2020, 02:30 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,882
Posted By HDrider
I think we were there for 5 days but they had a...

I think we were there for 5 days but they had a "hot" delivery that needed to be taken care of while we were there so we had no problem letting them slip in.
New Horizons was more than great...
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 07-18-2020, 05:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,894
Posted By HDrider
Yup, that about sums it up. We have had our Ram...

Yup, that about sums it up. We have had our Ram 5500 and New Horizon combo for a little over a year now and have loved the comfort it provides and effortless pulling out on the flats and rolling...
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 07-18-2020, 06:07 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,882
Posted By HDrider
Oh, and by all means, we would be more than happy...

Oh, and by all means, we would be more than happy to talk with you. We are wrapped up this morning but otherwise feel free to reach out.
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 07-18-2020, 06:03 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,882
Posted By HDrider
If you go to their website and go to the Majestic...

If you go to their website and go to the Majestic page and scroll down to the area that says dedicated to Craftmanship" the windows you see behind the couch ARE NOT the Majestic windows you get today...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-17-2020, 06:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,561
Posted By HDrider
They have been around a long time and we have had...

They have been around a long time and we have had good luck with them the couple times we have used them However we did purchase a Berkey water filter for our drinking water about a year ago and what...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 06-02-2020, 06:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,007
Posted By HDrider
Wow, great info, thanks guys!

Wow, great info, thanks guys!
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 06-01-2020, 05:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,007
Posted By HDrider
Highway 60 in Arizona

Curious, any of you with taller rigs run Highway from Globe Arizona up towards Show Low? I saw that a overpass at one spot or tunnel is 13' 6" , we are 13' 5". I wonder if commercial semi's run that...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-10-2020, 06:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,572
Posted By HDrider
We fulltimed the first 6 years in 2 different...

We fulltimed the first 6 years in 2 different Class A's and switched to a 5th wheel 1 year ago. Pretty happy.
In our blog I did an extensive writeup about our initial thoughts, the link is in our...
Forum: Full-Timers 05-02-2020, 06:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,108
Posted By HDrider
Yup, we have been fulltime in a RV for almost 8b...

Yup, we have been fulltime in a RV for almost 8b years and I can tell you that if we were not on the move several times a year we would not be sitting in a RV, we would be in some sort of park model.
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