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Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-13-2024, 03:44 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,115
Posted By cowboy70
Buc-ees

According to the experts here, there is no overnight parking at any Buc-ees. However, I have never seen any signs prohibiting over night parking and have never had any employee say anything to us or...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-11-2024, 04:52 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,115
Posted By cowboy70
Buc-ees

We like Buc-ees and will continue to overnight there.
Thanks for your opinion. :whistling:
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-09-2024, 06:03 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,115
Posted By cowboy70
As I stated: "We never saw any no overnight...

As I stated: "We never saw any no overnight parking signs and no employee has ever said anything to us"
There are always a few overnighters when we are there. If Buc-ees is serious about this, they...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-09-2024, 05:56 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,115
Posted By cowboy70
Try the BBQ !!!!! Buc-ees is our favorite!

Try the BBQ !!!!! Buc-ees is our favorite!
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-08-2024, 05:52 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,115
Posted By cowboy70
Overnight stops

We always overnight at a rest stop along the highway. We stay on the truck side, but might try the car side next time. The only problem we have had is a noisy reefer pulling next to us after we...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 03-18-2024, 04:09 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 9,205
Posted By cowboy70
Military service

I have seen these comments before, and think they are unappreciative.
If it makes someone feel good to thank you, just say thanks and forget it.
Are you one of the Vets that is covered in...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-01-2024, 04:14 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,731
Posted By cowboy70
Jeep toad

We flat tow a 2018 JLU Wrangler. I think they are probably the easiest vehicle to tow, hence their popularity. The "Death Wobble" just happened to me at 49k miles. A new steering stabilizer...
Forum: Boondocking 03-01-2024, 03:49 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,409
Posted By cowboy70
Overnight at Buc-ees

First off, we may be in the minority but we love Buc-ees. We usually overnight outbound and return trips. Never saw any signs stating no overnight parking. We saw others staying overnight and...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-26-2024, 12:01 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 14,476
Posted By cowboy70
Hose on ground?

Never heard that one before?? I use supports anyway, but have had it on the ground in the past with never any issues.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-02-2024, 09:05 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,914
Posted By cowboy70
Not sure what happened in that incident. Hope the...

Not sure what happened in that incident. Hope the driver is on here and explains. I always monitor my Jeep toad on camera while driving. After EVERY stop when we are away from the MH, I go back and...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-16-2023, 06:04 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,641
Posted By cowboy70
I do the anti freeze method. Never has any...

I do the anti freeze method. Never has any problems so far.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-22-2023, 06:18 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,710
Posted By cowboy70
Surprised to hear about problems with the Zero-G...

Surprised to hear about problems with the Zero-G hoses. I have been using the black Zero-G for over 4 years now. Never had a problem. I also use the in line regulator.
Good luck
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-11-2023, 05:29 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 6,398
Posted By cowboy70
I only use the fire starter sticks or the Dura...

I only use the fire starter sticks or the Dura Flame mini logs to start my fires. Would not consider any type of liquid accelerant. Just seems lazy & dangerous - JMO
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-08-2023, 05:18 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 12,487
Posted By cowboy70
That sounds way too complicated and expensive for...

That sounds way too complicated and expensive for me. I just watch whatever "over the air" stations my rooftop antenna picks up and watch things on my I phone.

This will probably not work for...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-31-2023, 04:25 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 15,032
Posted By cowboy70
Check out….

Check out the Bluetti AC-180. Try to buy one with LifePO4 batteries. I don’t think Jackery uses them.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 07-10-2023, 05:49 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,761
Posted By cowboy70
Good luck with that. Bar Harbor is wonderful....

Good luck with that.
Bar Harbor is wonderful. Check out the "Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound" Great lobster there!!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-10-2023, 05:43 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 7,215
Posted By cowboy70
Toad for sure

We did not have a tow vehicle when we were in our class B. We broke camp and came back after eating or sightseeing. (I made a sign also) Now in a class C, we always flat tow a Jeep Wrangler. We...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-20-2023, 05:45 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 11,297
Posted By cowboy70
Another reason?

What are your other reasons to avoid Florida??? I think the tolls are worth the money to spend time in a fantastic state.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-13-2023, 03:40 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,856
Posted By cowboy70
We flat tow a Jeep Wrangler. To me, towing one...

We flat tow a Jeep Wrangler. To me, towing one (1) thing is better than towing two (2) things. (veh & dolly)
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-13-2023, 07:43 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 20,503
Posted By cowboy70
Buc-ees overnight.

Hi, We just stayed there on our way to Florida and back in December. Never saw any signs prohibiting overnighting. The lot had many RV's and pick up trucks with car trailers staying over night. We...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-12-2023, 04:31 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 20,503
Posted By cowboy70
We love Buc-ees! Always stop at them. Great BBQ...

We love Buc-ees! Always stop at them. Great BBQ made fresh on site. We also overnite there on the way to our destination. They have the cleanest restrooms on the hwy.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-12-2023, 04:28 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 15,289
Posted By cowboy70
[QUOTE=johnbro27;6436126] I see Jeeps as the...

[QUOTE=johnbro27;6436126] I see Jeeps as the most commonly mentioned TOAD

We chose a Jeep Wrangler because it could be a fun vehicle and was light enough to tow. Ours is a JL model (mid 2018 and...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-06-2023, 01:29 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,383
Posted By cowboy70
[QUOTE=Ricker991;6412242]Hello All "As we...

[QUOTE=Ricker991;6412242]Hello All

"As we are getting ready for the camping year (as soon as Tax season is over), we are debating on again using the traditional sewer hose or bring our portable...
Forum: Jayco Owner's Forum 01-21-2023, 03:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 693
Posted By cowboy70
[QUOTE=chaps2018;6405542]You are wise to get the...

[QUOTE=chaps2018;6405542]You are wise to get the rollers positioned properly. Depending on the type of slide mechanism you have the long term affects could be expensive and/or serious.

The slide...
Forum: Jayco Owner's Forum 01-17-2023, 06:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 693
Posted By cowboy70
Melbourne slide issues & TSB gasket update

*Correct info on slide problems and TSB gasket kit.*

Hello all, we have 2021 Melbourne Prestige 24RP. We were advised that a gasket was not installed at the factory on our slide to prevent exhaust...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-01-2022, 03:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,770
Posted By cowboy70
Thanks! I will be getting one.

Thanks! I will be getting one.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-28-2022, 06:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,770
Posted By cowboy70
Your weatherstripping looks better than ours did....

Your weatherstripping looks better than ours did. I have thought about using an electric heater. Will start looking for one now.

We have the same color paint on ours.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-28-2022, 12:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,770
Posted By cowboy70
UPDATE

[QUOTE=Neverhome2;6225553]We put in the drawer magnets ourselves. From what I understand none of the 24R models came with latches so you are not the only one in this situation. This is what we used: ...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-26-2022, 03:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,770
Posted By cowboy70
Those push latches are nice!

Those push latches are nice!
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-25-2022, 03:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,770
Posted By cowboy70
[QUOTE=Neverhome2;6225553]We put in the drawer...

[QUOTE=Neverhome2;6225553]We put in the drawer magnets ourselves. From what I understand none of the 24R models came with latches so you are not the only one in this situation. This is what we used: ...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-24-2022, 05:21 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,770
Posted By cowboy70
[QUOTE=Neverhome2;6220306]We purchased a 2021...

[QUOTE=Neverhome2;6220306]We purchased a 2021 Jayco Melbourne Prestige 24R last May. We have 10k miles on it and still love it. Only had a few minor problems (loose screw in the steps, shower leak,...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-17-2022, 04:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,770
Posted By cowboy70
I actually did some repairs myself. Some I could...

I actually did some repairs myself. Some I could not do.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-16-2022, 05:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,662
Posted By cowboy70
Excellent post! :thumb:

Excellent post! :thumb:
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-16-2022, 05:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,770
Posted By cowboy70
Col. Klink: I understand some problems on a...

Col. Klink:

I understand some problems on a new unit. But missing parts? Who expects that on a new rig. I was surprised that Jayco installed cheap components in a rig like this. EX: my Winebago...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-16-2022, 04:51 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,770
Posted By cowboy70
Of course people speak up about quality control...

Of course people speak up about quality control issues. No big surprise there, Duh. When you spend the amount of $$$ that this rig cost me, you don't expect garbage. Example: missing parts, parts...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-15-2022, 12:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,770
Posted By cowboy70
Our Winnebago had far less problems, and was...

Our Winnebago had far less problems, and was built with much higher quality components.
Forum: iRV2 Owners Registry 06-14-2022, 08:32 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 178
Posted By cowboy70
2021 Jayco Melbourne Prestige 24RP

2021 Jayco Melbourne Prestige 24RP (2022-06-14 14:32:13)
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 06-14-2022, 06:07 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,770
Posted By cowboy70
Jayco Quality

Hello all,

We bought a new 2021 Jayco Melbourne Prestige this past December. So disappointed by all of the quality issues and missing parts! Been to the dealer three times and still not fixed....
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-12-2022, 03:19 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,662
Posted By cowboy70
Surely you must be joking. Who goes RV'ing...

Surely you must be joking. Who goes RV'ing without hot water??? Composting toilet?? Just stay at home.
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 10-18-2020, 02:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,340
Posted By cowboy70
Class B+ search

Coachhouse makes a high quality B+ with twin beds and a dry bath. We are going to the factory in December to check them out.

The Leisure Travel Unity is another we are looking into. Also...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-17-2020, 05:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,697
Posted By cowboy70
Don't worry about the length of the 3500. This...

Don't worry about the length of the 3500. This was my first RV also and the driving is wonderful. Never had a problem driving or parking anywhere we went. You will always find a parking spot. GPS...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-04-2020, 03:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,916
Posted By cowboy70
Storage box

The box is made by "Lund" and was purchased from Sams Club $275. (56" long)
The hitch carrier is made by "Curt" and was $188

The box is substantial but lightweight aluminum. It has gas strut...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-03-2020, 06:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,916
Posted By cowboy70
Rack

Not sure about that one.
Good luck:thumb:
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-03-2020, 04:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,916
Posted By cowboy70
Storage box

Same here, the box helps with longer trips. You Bus conversion sounded wonderful. Must be a BIG change for you after all that space and luxury. We like the ease of parking, driving and no storage...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-03-2020, 04:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,916
Posted By cowboy70
Judging.......

Sure sounds like you are judging me. You did qualify it with "If I"..... but I get your point. I am camping the wrong way and I made a mistake buying my class B Era and putting a box on the back. ...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-02-2020, 04:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,916
Posted By cowboy70
Storage box

I did think about moving the plate. Probably a good idea.

Thanks:)
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-24-2020, 02:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 875
Posted By cowboy70
Seat covers....

Our Era has the "UltraLeather" (fake leather) seats. We decided to use seat covers purchased from the Deluth Trading Company.
They seem to be of good quality.
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-13-2020, 04:50 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,919
Posted By cowboy70
Why?

Why do some choose to ignore the OP's original question and feel compelled to go on a rant and write volumes about something off topic???

The OP asked for info on class B+ manufacturers, not your...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-05-2020, 06:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,916
Posted By cowboy70
New storage box

A problem for us was storage space. We had a much smaller hitch mount carrier with two small plastic boxes. The BBQ grill took up one box by itself.

Decided to go big with a new carrier (60"...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-05-2020, 04:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,919
Posted By cowboy70
B+

We are looking at class B+ also. I feel Coach House is at the top of the list. Family owned and run - factory direct.

Just my opinion.
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