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Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 07-04-2019, 03:11 PM
Replies: 507
Views: 98,554
Posted By jollyjim
2003 Jeep Liberty 4X4 flat tow. Before that it...

2003 Jeep Liberty 4X4 flat tow. Before that it was a 2003 Honda CRV. We do a great deal of off-roading so the Jeep is a good dual purpose for us.
Forum: Just Conversation 02-21-2019, 03:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,702
Posted By jollyjim
We just got back yesterday traveling from I-10...

We just got back yesterday traveling from I-10 all the way from California to Home (Jacksonville, Fl.) I-10 in east Texas is AWFUL, the closer it gets to the state line the worse it gets. Just plan...
Forum: Just Conversation 10-22-2018, 09:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,185
Posted By jollyjim
as stated before, we use double sided tape for...

as stated before, we use double sided tape for hanging pictures on the wall. In addition, the things we put on the shelves, bed side tables etc, that we don't want to fall off or move during a trip,...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-15-2018, 02:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,450
Posted By jollyjim
We have a 2004 Beaver Monerey. I have found that...

We have a 2004 Beaver Monerey. I have found that there is a GFCI in the basement bay on the passenger's side on the bulkhead. In our coach it controls the outside outlet in that bay as well as most...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-20-2018, 06:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,039
Posted By jollyjim
When changing the bottom sheet, we use a set of...

When changing the bottom sheet, we use a set of suspenders that we bought at Walmart, and took apart. We use the suspenders under the mattress, one near the top and one near the bottom of the sheet....
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-20-2018, 02:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,041
Posted By jollyjim
If interested in a campground in Jacksonville,...

If interested in a campground in Jacksonville, you might try Flamingo Lake RV Resort on I-295. They take good care of the place.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-20-2018, 02:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,336
Posted By jollyjim
We have a 04 Beaver Monterey that is much like...

We have a 04 Beaver Monterey that is much like the Windsor. We also have the Aquahot. When we took the old Norcold out there was a radiator underneath it. A false floor was built over the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-29-2017, 08:30 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 11,923
Posted By jollyjim
So if I get a CDL and I am involved in an...

So if I get a CDL and I am involved in an accident does that change my legal status?

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Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-17-2017, 08:39 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,726
Posted By jollyjim
We have towed both a Honda CR-V and a Jeep...

We have towed both a Honda CR-V and a Jeep Liberty. The CR-V was new when we bought it in 2003 and we towed it over 50,000 miles. We even did some off roading in it. It was a great car, very...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-11-2017, 02:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,149
Posted By jollyjim
You should be near here. The DW was walking the...

You should be near here. The DW was walking the dog outside and I heard her scream. I knew that scream, so I ran out. She had almost stepped on a 4-foot rattlesnake that was crossing the driveway....
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-30-2017, 07:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,429
Posted By jollyjim
We made reservations over a month ago in the area...

We made reservations over a month ago in the area near Hershey. Had to call 3 or 4 campgrounds before we found a vacancy. They said most places are filled up for the RV show. Better start calling...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 06-29-2017, 11:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,077
Posted By jollyjim
We have had our residential frig 2 years now. ...

We have had our residential frig 2 years now. Traveled to Alaska and to the west coast. No problems. We have the same inverter that came with the coach. If we are dry camping we run the generator...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-09-2017, 05:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,391
Posted By jollyjim
Alliance RV just off I-75 between Ocala and Tampa...

Alliance RV just off I-75 between Ocala and Tampa in Wildwood has a lot of diesel pushers and they are really customer oriented. They have a huge repair facility also
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 03-21-2017, 07:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,165
Posted By jollyjim
Our coach is a Beaver Monterey, set up with the...

Our coach is a Beaver Monterey, set up with the tub/shower just like yours. We have the same problem trying to replace the faucet in the tub and haven't been able to figure it out. Took apart the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-12-2017, 06:11 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,601
Posted By jollyjim
Try Alliance Coach in Wildwood, Florida. It is a...

Try Alliance Coach in Wildwood, Florida. It is a little way for you, but they do good work. The owner lives on site and is always in the shop. The best part is that if you need to be there for a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-24-2016, 11:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,873
Posted By jollyjim
Once a year. Never any longer than that.

Once a year. Never any longer than that.
Forum: Just Conversation 05-24-2016, 11:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 876
Posted By jollyjim
Many years back we went camping with friends who...

Many years back we went camping with friends who had a small baby. They decided that since things would be different for the baby on this trip, this would be the time to take away it's pacifier so...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-17-2016, 02:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,069
Posted By jollyjim
We stayed at the Strasburg KOA last year to be...

We stayed at the Strasburg KOA last year to be close enough to the Denver airport to pick up friends there. It worked out fine, took about 30 to 45 minutes to get to the airport. Getting around the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-24-2016, 12:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,180
Posted By jollyjim
Figure you have done this, but these units are...

Figure you have done this, but these units are hard to figure out. Have you tried resetting it? Or have you tried unplugging and letting it sit for a few minutes before plugging it back in. We...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-24-2016, 12:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 757
Posted By jollyjim
The biggest problem we have had with our...

The biggest problem we have had with our Hydro-Hot is finding someone who knows how to fix the problems. Lot of people will work on them, but they don't know how to fix it. Hydro-hot systems are...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-21-2016, 07:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 907
Posted By jollyjim
Solid Windshield

We have noticed some older model motorhomes with one piece windshields. Does anyone know if you can replace a split windshield with a one piece windshield? We love our older model coach but dislike...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-15-2016, 04:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,430
Posted By jollyjim
We had a similar problem that defied attempts to...

We had a similar problem that defied attempts to diagnose it. Turns out it was the temperature sensor that is placed on the side of one of the batteries to adjust the charge rate based on...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-13-2015, 03:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,600
Posted By jollyjim
We have the Splendide and it has 3 different...

We have the Splendide and it has 3 different cycles. We usually use the second cycle, it dries the clothes without too many wrinkles or being too hot. We have friends who have the stackable and...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-13-2015, 02:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 947
Posted By jollyjim
We came down the same way last Friday. Traffic...

We came down the same way last Friday. Traffic was real heavy, especially around Charlotte NC where we came to a complete stop for about 30 minutes. Seems that as bad luck would have it, in...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-06-2015, 05:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,438
Posted By jollyjim
We had a similar problem ourselves. There is a...

We had a similar problem ourselves. There is a sensor that looks for the flame in the boiler. If it doesn't sense the flame the system shuts down. The first time ours started doing this I had it...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-25-2015, 11:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,834
Posted By jollyjim
What company will give you money back on your old...

What company will give you money back on your old tires when you buy new?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-22-2015, 03:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,101
Posted By jollyjim
We had the exact same problem. On a number of...

We had the exact same problem. On a number of trips we ended up buying a cooler and putting our refrigerator stuff in the cooler while traveling. What a pain. We recently went to a residential...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-09-2015, 05:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,393
Posted By jollyjim
Here in Florida camping is all year long,...

Here in Florida camping is all year long, however, trying to get in a good campground in the winter can be difficult. Snowbirds migrate down here that time of year.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-02-2015, 04:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,064
Posted By jollyjim
IF you have insurance in the State of Florida,...

IF you have insurance in the State of Florida, you are allowed one free windshield on the vehicle per year without a deductiable and they will generally come to your house to make the repair. So no...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-15-2015, 02:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,054
Posted By jollyjim
We went on the internet and found our mh after...

We went on the internet and found our mh after many hours of searching. Called the dealer and talked to them on the phone and actually talked them down on the price some before we went to see it. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-03-2015, 03:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,840
Posted By jollyjim
We had a 96 Conquest that was 31 foot long. We...

We had a 96 Conquest that was 31 foot long. We enjoyed it and like the lay out. However at 31 foot I thought the coach outweighted the brakes, one of the main reasons we moved up to a class A. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-25-2015, 11:30 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 9,444
Posted By jollyjim
We love Jimmy Dean's Mac & Cheese with Smoked...

We love Jimmy Dean's Mac & Cheese with Smoked Bacon. How can you not love bacon? We usually add a little extra shredded cheese on top. You can find it anywhere.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-13-2015, 06:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,964
Posted By jollyjim
We have done this for people near us in a...

We have done this for people near us in a campground before. After they came home, and the storm was over, we went to them and explained. They were appreciative. Would do it again if needed.
Forum: Just Conversation 04-09-2015, 02:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,552
Posted By jollyjim
3/4 of the way through with Natchez Burning by...

3/4 of the way through with Natchez Burning by Greg Iles. Excellent book, but very upsetting in a way.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-09-2015, 02:20 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 15,353
Posted By jollyjim
We were talking to the people who make the...

We were talking to the people who make the Showhaulers at the Tampa RV show. We mentioned about Outdoor Resort allowing only Class A motorhomes. The salesman said that the Showhaulers and the like...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-01-2015, 06:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,858
Posted By jollyjim
Try to fit Fall Creek Falls State Park near...

Try to fit Fall Creek Falls State Park near Pikeville, Tenn in your plans. They have a real nice campground and is a beautiful place with lots to do.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-01-2015, 06:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,485
Posted By jollyjim
This time of year Salt Springs Campground in the...

This time of year Salt Springs Campground in the Ocala National Forest should be cleared out of snowbirds. It's a good place to camp and visit all the springs in the area, including Silver Springs.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-26-2015, 03:30 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,279
Posted By jollyjim
We bought our 04 Beaver in 2007 with 28,000 miles...

We bought our 04 Beaver in 2007 with 28,000 miles on it. We now have 98,000 and are very happy. We go to the RV shows, come home and look at what we have and realize how lucky we are. We got a lot...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-12-2015, 06:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,752
Posted By jollyjim
Dutch Star Don, what truck store in Florida did...

Dutch Star Don, what truck store in Florida did you get your Centramatics from? We are interested in getting some.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-04-2015, 07:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,347
Posted By jollyjim
We also used Wade's RV to make the bra for our...

We also used Wade's RV to make the bra for our MH. They are located at the Lazy Days near Tampa, Fl. Very nice people. We said we hated to see the Beaver emblem covered up, so they put clear...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-02-2015, 06:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,203
Posted By jollyjim
We had that happen once and it was the battery...

We had that happen once and it was the battery wire had come loose from the starter. That is one good reason to have road service. It paid off that time for us.
Forum: Just Conversation 01-06-2015, 12:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,538
Posted By jollyjim
Last month we made a reservation at Happy...

Last month we made a reservation at Happy Traveler in Tampa for 4 days. At least 45 days before our reservation date, we called and ask to cancel since my husband needed to have eye surgery. They...
Forum: Just Conversation 01-06-2015, 12:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,271
Posted By jollyjim
My story is not exactly the same, but sort of. ...

My story is not exactly the same, but sort of. Years ago when I was a very small girl my Dad was working out of town. He had the car so my Mom and us kids walked to a little church down a dirt road...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-29-2014, 08:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,057
Posted By jollyjim
We used our on board washer/dryer most of the...

We used our on board washer/dryer most of the time up in Alaska. Plenty of campgrounds with hookups that would run the washer/dryer. We only used a laundry mat when we need to do large loads like...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-14-2014, 07:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,687
Posted By jollyjim
A good place to visit is Ocala National Forest. ...

A good place to visit is Ocala National Forest. There are a number of springs that have nice, nature walks. Juniper is one of our favorites. Also, just for fun, visit Ft. Clinch State Park near...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 12-11-2014, 06:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,161
Posted By jollyjim
We had the same problem and had a bra built and...

We had the same problem and had a bra built and installed. The thing they didn't tell us, until after the bra was installed, was you should remove it every time it rains. In Florida that is almost...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-28-2014, 02:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,299
Posted By jollyjim
We have used the bar on my wife's bike quite a...

We have used the bar on my wife's bike quite a bit. No problem. We bought ours at a bike shop, and then found them at Walmart for a lot less, Check there and some of the other Department stores.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-19-2014, 04:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 850
Posted By jollyjim
Second the Alliance recommendation. They have...

Second the Alliance recommendation. They have always done good by us, and if they can't do the work they will let you know. This time of year it may be hard to get an appointment.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-18-2014, 07:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,077
Posted By jollyjim
There are a couple of places in Jacksonville. ...

There are a couple of places in Jacksonville. There is a Camping World, Dick Gore RV, or Campers Inn. Try contacting one of them. Dick Gore has a paint shop onsite.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-12-2014, 07:27 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,466
Posted By jollyjim
Today we had to replace two of the shocks on our...

Today we had to replace two of the shocks on our MH that were leaking. When they tried to remove one of the old shocks, they couldn't. The shock mount was all twisted and bent. After much work...
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