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Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-07-2020, 04:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 716
Posted By two2go
The Good, The Bad, The Stupid (A tale of battery battery)

I have a 24' Class C. Details not important.

The Bad: (The Stupid will be self-evident) I put my RV in a remote storage lot for a couple of months. Upon checking it after two weeks, I looked at...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 06-27-2019, 03:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,765
Posted By two2go
Probably not helpful to the OP, but posting for...

Probably not helpful to the OP, but posting for general information. I have a 2017 Transit Orion 24RB gas 3.7L standard engine. I tow a 2016 Smart ForTwo car weighing 2000 lb. and we usually travel...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 02-11-2019, 07:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,396
Posted By two2go
The Orion suits us very well. After 9 previous...

The Orion suits us very well. After 9 previous RVs, it's the right size and features for our situation. I have a detailed account on this blog (https://orionownerlog.blogspot.com/)if you care to...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 02-11-2019, 04:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,396
Posted By two2go
Non-seller dealers refusing to perform service

Dealers selling a line of products like Forest River or Coachmen or most any major brand are known to refuse to perform warranty work on RVs of the respective brand if they didn't sell the RV. I have...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-27-2018, 07:07 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 25,980
Posted By two2go
I think OP asked for one with four wheels down,...

I think OP asked for one with four wheels down, not two up.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-14-2018, 12:48 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 25,980
Posted By two2go
All model 451 Smart cars (approx. 2008-15) with...

All model 451 Smart cars (approx. 2008-15) with the single clutch auto/manual transmission can be flat towed. Best to disconnect battery to prevent accidental shift engagement and bungee steering...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-28-2018, 01:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,577
Posted By two2go
Went from 35' A to a 19' B. The B was nice, but...

Went from 35' A to a 19' B. The B was nice, but we found we could not manage without also towing and filling either a small trailer or a toad car. Also didn't like making up bed each night. We...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-13-2018, 07:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 835
Posted By two2go
Who's got a Ford Transit with DRWs?

The dual rear wheel models have the odd-sized Hankook 195 16" tires. Only one or two other brands are available in that size as far as I can tell, but not Michelin or other major brands. Not sure...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-11-2018, 09:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,917
Posted By two2go
I'll weigh in as owner of a Transit/Orion. We tow...

I'll weigh in as owner of a Transit/Orion. We tow a Smart car and the performance with the regular gas 3.7L V6 has been more than adequate for our needs. We live in Colorado and manage the high...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-11-2018, 03:09 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 13,745
Posted By two2go
Sure doesn't but that is about an 8 mile climb...

Sure doesn't but that is about an 8 mile climb and then practically downhill all the way to Denver, which more than makes up for it. Not near RV now, but I think redline is 7k. That engine is a...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-10-2018, 07:59 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 13,745
Posted By two2go
Not seeing comments on alternatives here, but we...

Not seeing comments on alternatives here, but we are very happy with our Coachmen Orion 24RB on Ford Transit, 3.7L regular gas V6. Fully loaded, full tanks, towing a Smart car and still have 700 lb....
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-10-2018, 07:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,695
Posted By two2go
I drilled a hole in the side of the vent riser...

I drilled a hole in the side of the vent riser just below the mesh and dropped the wires from there down the space behind the fridge. Sealed the hole with poly adhesive.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-07-2018, 10:52 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,695
Posted By two2go
What is adjacent to your refrigerator cabinet? In...

What is adjacent to your refrigerator cabinet? In my Orion, the cabinet stack next to the fridge was above the inverter/circuit breaker and all wiring plus the battery cut-off switch. I connected my...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-25-2018, 12:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,695
Posted By two2go
From 2 prior RV's, a 30 watt panel per single...

From 2 prior RV's, a 30 watt panel per single coach battery has kept my batteries well charged using a simple PWM controller. Even our former class A with 60W panel and two 6V batteries worked fine...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-25-2018, 11:49 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,649
Posted By two2go
I'm a happy Orion owner. We've had our '17 model...

I'm a happy Orion owner. We've had our '17 model almost two years and only problems were a few coach QC issues which a dealer fixed. The drop-down bed is one of the top features for us. Real...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 07-25-2018, 11:30 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 33,376
Posted By two2go
The propane shut-off is behind one of the small...

The propane shut-off is behind one of the small access doors on the driver side. It is an electric switch. The under-bed lights is a symptom of typical RV quality control. My awning strip lights...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 05-25-2018, 04:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,856
Posted By two2go
I posted a new blog entry about my solar system...

I posted a new blog entry about my solar system installation.
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 05-25-2018, 04:08 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 33,376
Posted By two2go
Just put up a new blog entry about my solar...

Just put up a new blog entry about my solar system installation.
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 05-10-2018, 10:15 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 21,390
Posted By two2go
Back to the theme of the OP, I'm not really...

Back to the theme of the OP, I'm not really thrilled about the TV/stereo/antenna setup. The Furrion TV picture is decent, but the aspect ratio options aren't complete and some shows are either...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 05-04-2018, 01:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,856
Posted By two2go
Coachmen Orion-Ford Transit-Smart car Blog

I've got a running blog of our experience with our 2017 Coachmen Orion 24RB on a Ford Transit chassis with the standard 3.7L gas engine. Also tow a 2013 Smart Fortwo car.
Orion Owner Blog...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 05-04-2018, 01:02 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 33,376
Posted By two2go
I have not had any other weights taken. I was...

I have not had any other weights taken. I was mainly concerned if I was overweight in any aspect. We will never be more heavily loaded than we were on our transfer trip, so that eliminates any...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 05-03-2018, 05:46 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 33,376
Posted By two2go
I have posted a new update with weight...

I have posted a new update with weight information about my Orion on my blog. See first post for link.
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 01-15-2018, 07:06 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 33,376
Posted By two2go
Commenting to keep thread fresh. Uneventful trip...

Commenting to keep thread fresh. Uneventful trip CO to AZ in 12/17. No significant updates to Orion. Waiting on Kidde recall fire extinguisher replacement.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-16-2017, 03:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 855
Posted By two2go
Anyone towing the new Smart model 453 4-down?

Now that the new model 453 Fortwo is cleared to be flat towed, I am interested in moving up from my '13 451 model. Anybody doing this now?
I'd be interested in your experience.
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 10-09-2017, 05:01 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 33,376
Posted By two2go
More blog work documenting experience and changes...

More blog work documenting experience and changes (link in first post). Just completed 1900 mile trip and camping in Texas for a week. Consistent mpg towing Smart and with a/c is 12.5. Without a/c, I...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 09-27-2017, 04:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,333
Posted By two2go
I looked at most of the various reputable TPMS...

I looked at most of the various reputable TPMS systems including TST. Prices are mostly competitive for basic systems with some variation for individual sensors and repeaters. I am keeping options...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-27-2017, 04:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,201
Posted By two2go
I've towed a '13 Smart for two years and 12k...

I've towed a '13 Smart for two years and 12k miles. Either you like them or don't because they are different. And pay no attention to those who have neither driven nor had experience with one. As for...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 09-11-2017, 04:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,333
Posted By two2go
I did. They did. Same as my old 400 model that...

I did. They did. Same as my old 400 model that failed for twice the price of the cheap-o system I am trying. I ain't goin' there.
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 09-09-2017, 02:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,333
Posted By two2go
Taking a chance. Bought one of those generic...

Taking a chance. Bought one of those generic cheap Chinese systems on eBay. So far, I have installed in on my Smart car, and it seems to work well. The indicated pressures are within one psi of...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-09-2017, 02:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,605
Posted By two2go
I have a Moto X phone on Ting using T-Mobile GSM...

I have a Moto X phone on Ting using T-Mobile GSM network. Since I don't usually have that many phone calls, texts, and only use data when traveling, I like the tiers for usage. I get by half the time...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 09-03-2017, 11:00 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 33,376
Posted By two2go
Added blog update about extended travel and...

Added blog update about extended travel and camping experiences. Link in first post.
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 08-18-2017, 07:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,333
Posted By two2go
TPMS system interchangeability?

I have the remains of a TireTraker TPMS setup, mainly the sensors and a booster/repeater. The monitor died, so I either replace it with another Traker monitor or go for a new system.

It appears...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 08-18-2017, 07:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,062
Posted By two2go
I had a TireTraker with the older TT400 monitor....

I had a TireTraker with the older TT400 monitor. Everything worked fine for a toad behind a 35' Class A, and no booster/repeater. I started using it in a new 24' Class C, and was getting false alarms...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 04-23-2017, 04:55 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 33,376
Posted By two2go
I got 12.8 the last measured tank full coming to...

I got 12.8 the last measured tank full coming to Yuma last October. That is loaded and towing a Smart car. Yes, I think the mileage is improving. I read on the Transit forum that the 3.7 has a fairly...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 04-12-2017, 09:29 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 33,376
Posted By two2go
Smile Best wishes on yours. Yes, still satisfied,...

Best wishes on yours. Yes, still satisfied, although we have not camped in it since arriving at our AZ winter home last Oct. I have had a few minor warranty items fixed and made some improvements. It...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 02-26-2017, 05:19 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 33,376
Posted By two2go
I added an update to the blog about some issues...

I added an update to the blog about some issues and improvements.
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 12-17-2016, 05:02 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 33,376
Posted By two2go
Ford Transit Orion 24RB Owner Experience

We bought a new 2017 Transit Orion 24RB in Oct. 2016. I have created a blog to document my experience, impressions, problems, additions, etc. as we go along. Feel free to comment here, or PM, or...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 12-17-2016, 04:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 21,390
Posted By two2go
I finally got the blog business figured out, I...

I finally got the blog business figured out, I think. So I will post all my Orion experience there as it goes. This is the link...
Coachmen Orion Owner Log (https://orionownerlog.blogspot.com/)
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 12-09-2016, 03:22 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 21,390
Posted By two2go
Bought our Orion in Oct. TV was mounted so low,...

Bought our Orion in Oct. TV was mounted so low, the "eye" was behind the ledge and couldn't see the remote. I remounted it higher. The exterior privacy cover is not what is needed for quick setup at...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-05-2016, 10:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,910
Posted By two2go
That wouldn't add up for ours. Kansas City to...

That wouldn't add up for ours. Kansas City to Middlebury, IN to Denver is more than 1177 mi. The Class C chassis cab is pretty rough and I doubt is road legal as is. They are probably trained,...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-02-2016, 08:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,910
Posted By two2go
Got our Orion delivered direct from Coachmen in...

Got our Orion delivered direct from Coachmen in Indiana to our door in Parker, CO. 1177 miles. If we would have got it from our dealer in Phoenix, it would have had another 800 miles on it.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-01-2016, 09:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,613
Posted By two2go
"Not a Ford fan...avoid like plague." We've all...

"Not a Ford fan...avoid like plague." We've all been there, a bad experience with something that sours you on that particular brand or thing. I can say the same thing about a couple of GM cars I...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-01-2016, 09:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,996
Posted By two2go
Regarding the A/C, we only have limited...

Regarding the A/C, we only have limited experience. On a couple of days in the 90's, the A/C was running pretty much full time to keep the interior comfortable with most of the shades pulled down. We...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-01-2016, 08:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,600
Posted By two2go
I'm answering my own questions. Once the Orion...

I'm answering my own questions. Once the Orion came out on the Transit chassis, we got a '17 in October. The dealer and factory specs were unsure about towing capability. So far, the Transit with gas...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-01-2016, 08:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,996
Posted By two2go
A late reply for the record. We just got a '17...

A late reply for the record. We just got a '17 Transit Orion in Oct. Moving to/from the front seats requires a bit of agility but you learn to do it without too much difficulty. The overhead room is...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-27-2016, 11:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,733
Posted By two2go
After a few months experience: I had the...

After a few months experience: I had the Roadmaster baseplate and diodes for the brake/tail lights installed by the hitch shop and they did an outstanding job for a reasonable cost considering the...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-23-2016, 04:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 13,513
Posted By two2go
It seems load capacity is quite a bit less on...

It seems load capacity is quite a bit less on Transits. In their favor would be engine choices and wider dealer network. I read of quite a few Sprinter maintenance issues and cost of maintenance. I...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-23-2016, 04:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,600
Posted By two2go
Coachmen Orion or Dynamax Rev-Promaster?

I really like the layout of the rear bath/side dinette Orion or Rev. I would like to know if anyone owns or has experience with either on the Promaster cutaway chassis? Specifically...
1. Handling...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-27-2016, 04:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,733
Posted By two2go
Making a Toad out of my Smart Fortwo

We downsized to a Class B Pleasure Way Lexor from a Class A and Chevy HHR toad. Kind of missed having a toad even though the Lexor is so easy to handle and park almost anywhere, so we recently picked...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-15-2015, 04:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,097
Posted By two2go
We too have good memories of our Dolphin over 7...

We too have good memories of our Dolphin over 7 years and almost 50k miles from coast to coast and border to border plus Canada. Happy the day we bought it. Happy the day we sold it. Hope you move on...
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