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Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 02-15-2024, 06:20 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,339
Posted By TheTravler
I’ve had the Axis and a Nexus Phantom class C. ...

I’ve had the Axis and a Nexus Phantom class C. As someone else mentioned the Axis is on the same chassis as the Class C (E350 or E450) so technically it’s not a Class A which is built on the F53 for...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-03-2023, 05:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 699
Posted By TheTravler
Is the shore power your plugged into 50amp? If...

Is the shore power your plugged into 50amp? If not look to see if your inverter/charger has a shore power size setting (some do some don’t) and change it no match the amps of the shore power you’re...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-26-2023, 03:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,261
Posted By TheTravler
Those are really good question for which I have...

Those are really good question for which I have no answers. I’m guessing you’re right about it expecting both circuits when the shore breaker size is set to 50amp, and when it doesn’t see both it’s...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-26-2023, 10:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,261
Posted By TheTravler
Just an update, I just confirmed with Xantrex...

Just an update, I just confirmed with Xantrex that it is designed that way. So if we plug into shore power less than 50 amps we have to change the “Shore Brkr Size” to match the incoming shore power...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-26-2023, 09:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,261
Posted By TheTravler
Hey Paul, Sorry you’re having this problem. I...

Hey Paul,
Sorry you’re having this problem. I thought I would share something I have discovered on my Xantrex Freedom XC Pro. It may may have absolutely no relevance to your problem however. My...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-24-2023, 07:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,145
Posted By TheTravler
Interesting.. I also found that the opening where...

Interesting.. I also found that the opening where the fuel line went from the pump, into the cabinet to the carburetor was much larger in diameter than the fuel line itself. When the generator was...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-20-2023, 05:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,145
Posted By TheTravler
I have the same problem with my 2023 Georgetown...

I have the same problem with my 2023 Georgetown GT7 but for a different reason. The generator is mounted on the drivers side behind the rear wheels but it is mount very high up in a very enclosed...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-10-2023, 09:41 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,578
Posted By TheTravler
I’m using my iPhone as a hot spot on Visible’s...

I’m using my iPhone as a hot spot on Visible’s service. The are reselling Verizon’s network so the coverage is pretty good. The plan we are on is a true unlimited data plan meaning they never...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-05-2023, 10:25 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,782
Posted By TheTravler
I added a 2nd 15k heat pump in the bedroom of my...

I added a 2nd 15k heat pump in the bedroom of my class C. It’s the Haughton from RecPro and it cools and heats extremely well though I have never tried it below 38 degrees. The only thing I don’t...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 07-04-2022, 07:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 930
Posted By TheTravler
One other thought. The main tv power outlet is...

One other thought. The main tv power outlet is usually goes through the inverter if you have one. Make sure the inverter is functional and has not tripped
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Discussions 06-01-2022, 06:43 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,539
Posted By TheTravler
According to the CDC website...

According to the CDC website (https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/surveillance/wastewater-surveillance/wastewater-surveillance.html)

“ People infected with SARS-CoV-2 can shed viral RNA (genetic...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-24-2022, 02:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,078
Posted By TheTravler
Can’t say if it’s normal or not, but I had the...

Can’t say if it’s normal or not, but I had the same thing happen when I started my generator while still connected to a 20amp outlet. I just assumed the generator energized the rv with 30amp which...
Forum: Renegade Motorhome Owner's Forum 03-14-2022, 05:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,901
Posted By TheTravler
Data Plan

I started using Visible about 6 months ago. They use the Verizon network and have a true unlimited data plan with no throttling or reduction in speed unless congestion causes it (which is the case...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-07-2022, 09:50 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 8,261
Posted By TheTravler
Know I’ll probably catch grief for this but here goes

Know I’ll probably catch grief for this but here goes…
I’ve learned the hard way that no matter what the manufacturer says, a toad really needs to be able to completely disengage the transmission to...
Forum: New Member Check-In 04-12-2021, 08:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 515
Posted By TheTravler
Nexus Quality Experience So Far

We have owned a 2018 Nexus Phantom 32P for almost 3 years. It is our 3rd RV and we purchased it new. Compared to our previous 2 (both Thor’s), the Nexus has been far superior in quality. The...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-11-2021, 10:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 463
Posted By TheTravler
Gasoline fumes in cab when filling tank

I have a 2018 Class C on a Ford E450 chassis with about 10,000 miles on it. Lately whenever I fill the fuel tank I’m having strong gasoline smell in the back of the cab over the tank. It’s so strong...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-15-2020, 06:32 AM
Replies: 2,546
Views: 265,832
Posted By TheTravler
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Forum: Just Conversation 08-12-2020, 05:06 AM
Replies: 2,546
Views: 265,832
Posted By TheTravler
YakoV SmirnofF Yeh, I know, it’s a stretch...

YakoV SmirnofF

Yeh, I know, it’s a stretch he’s mostly a comedian but he’s been in a few movies.
Forum: Just Conversation 08-10-2020, 05:39 AM
Replies: 2,546
Views: 265,832
Posted By TheTravler
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RoberT DeNirO
Forum: Just Conversation 08-08-2020, 06:30 AM
Replies: 2,546
Views: 265,832
Posted By TheTravler
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EmiliO EsteveZ
Forum: Just Conversation 08-06-2020, 04:44 AM
Replies: 2,546
Views: 265,832
Posted By TheTravler
Oscar O'Shea (American film actor from the...

Oscar O'Shea (American film actor from the 30s-50s)
Forum: Just Conversation 08-04-2020, 05:23 PM
Replies: 2,546
Views: 265,832
Posted By TheTravler
EG Elliot Gould

EG
Elliot Gould
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 04-02-2020, 06:07 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 13,962
Posted By TheTravler
Like so many others...Viair

Like so many others I purchased the
Viair 40047 400P-RV Automatic Portable Compressor Kit
And really like it. Amazon sells it.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-29-2020, 10:35 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,441
Posted By TheTravler
make sure you turn off your antenna booster

Hi, make sure you turn off your antenna booster before you attempt to use your cable hookup. The antenna booster is on the coax connection cover usually where the main TV coax connection is...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-05-2019, 04:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,786
Posted By TheTravler
I had a used falcon II that would bind up a lot. ...

I had a used falcon II that would bind up a lot. It usually took 2 of us, one in the toad and one at the towbar, to get unhitched. I ended up buying a gently used sterling and have never needed the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-27-2019, 09:08 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 35,119
Posted By TheTravler
Had similar hitch rebuilt

I had a hitch on my new Nexus Phantom 32P with a similar design to yours rebuilt. The problem I was having was the hitch drug almost all the time (See the first pic). The rig is 33' long and the...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 11-21-2018, 09:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,417
Posted By TheTravler
Talking Class C Where to put kitchen trash?

We recently moved from a class A to a class C. One of the space sacrifices we are experiencing is there is nowhere to put a kitchen trash can. I know there are a lot of creative folks on the site...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-12-2018, 07:16 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,427
Posted By TheTravler
Just curious, does it also do it when you are not...

Just curious, does it also do it when you are not on shore power but running the generator? Maybe a silly question, but ...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-19-2018, 09:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 889
Posted By TheTravler
I've got a 2017 GMC Terrain AWD that tows very...

I've got a 2017 GMC Terrain AWD that tows very well. Here is a link to the Dinghy Towing Guide that will tell you all the autos who's manufacturer's support towing. I found it very useful. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-28-2018, 08:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,064
Posted By TheTravler
This stuff is the best! It gets the streaks off...

This stuff is the best! It gets the streaks off easily. I use a sponge with one rough side for washing pots and spray this on the rough side then gently rub and the streaks will come off easily.
...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-27-2018, 07:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,406
Posted By TheTravler
As a 2 time Thor owner (both Gas Class A's) I...

As a 2 time Thor owner (both Gas Class A's) I would say defiantly go with the Tiiffin. Thor's quality is crap. Unless you just love fixing problems yourself, its probably not a good choice.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-04-2018, 11:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 763
Posted By TheTravler
What was the name of the outfit in Conway that...

What was the name of the outfit in Conway that they gave you?
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 04-27-2018, 07:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,236
Posted By TheTravler
The same thing happened to me in my 2017 Thor...

The same thing happened to me in my 2017 Thor Hurricane 34J. Hard cross winds would catch it and billow it out like a parachute I would slow and the springs would roll it back in with a POP. I...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-07-2018, 06:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,563
Posted By TheTravler
12 Volts for Toad Battery

Running the line directly from the RV. I’m not sure if voltage coming from the hookup cable pin is a full 12v. I seem to remember that is a low voltage trickle charge ? If not the only...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-04-2018, 09:16 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 48,581
Posted By TheTravler
2018 Equinox flat tow?

Just thought I’d share this, it really helped me with my battery drain problems. I’ve got a 2017 GMC Terrain toad. I learned from others on this site that I can pull the fuse GM says to pull and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-12-2018, 06:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,191
Posted By TheTravler
Has anyone installed washer dryer in the outdoor kitchen?

Hi everyone,
I was considering using my outdoor kitchen space in my Thor Hurricane 34J to install a combo washer/dryer. We really never use the Fridge out there, so I thought we might be able to put...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-27-2017, 08:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,613
Posted By TheTravler
I do it in my 2017 Thor Hurricane and it seems to...

I do it in my 2017 Thor Hurricane and it seems to work just fine. I should be able to run it off the inverter too since my coach engine is running and charging the batteries. Have not tried that...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-04-2017, 07:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,144
Posted By TheTravler
We use teathering on my iPhone connected to an...

We use teathering on my iPhone connected to an Apple TV to access the u-verse app, ESPN app, Amazon prime, etc from all the TVs in our RV. It works only as good as the cellular signal strength. ...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 10-16-2017, 08:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,167
Posted By TheTravler
You’ll probably want the front end aligned even...

You’ll probably want the front end aligned even if you don’t rotate. I understand that ford aligns them when they leave their factory, but the RV manufacturers and dealers do not. All the added...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-06-2017, 08:24 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,280
Posted By TheTravler
I'm agreeing with everyone else. The Corp of...

I'm agreeing with everyone else. The Corp of Engineer's parks are usually the most like camping. I've been very impressed with almost every one we've used. They seem to focus on keeping it...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-05-2017, 05:00 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 14,251
Posted By TheTravler
2016 GMC Terrain. Four down.

2016 GMC Terrain. Four down.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-02-2017, 06:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 761
Posted By TheTravler
Like everyone else said, check other 110 services...

Like everyone else said, check other 110 services (like microwave) while on generator. If you have none, there is a breaker on the generator usually on the side of the switch panel that is probably...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-02-2017, 06:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,250
Posted By TheTravler
Could it be where a bar goes that holds your...

Could it be where a bar goes that holds your slide from going out while driving?
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-30-2017, 06:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,770
Posted By TheTravler
We also used RecPro. They will send you fabric...

We also used RecPro. They will send you fabric samples for free if you call them. My wife is also very particular in this area. We ended up not trying to match the color, but choosing a...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-25-2017, 06:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,724
Posted By TheTravler
Henderson beach state park is another one that's...

Henderson beach state park is another one that's really nice. Gotta book ahead though.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-24-2017, 10:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 810
Posted By TheTravler
A few questions. Do you have any 110 power at...

A few questions. Do you have any 110 power at all. Do you have it when you're docked? Do you have it when your on generator? Can you plug a lamp in the same outlets as the tvs and get anything ?
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 08-20-2017, 04:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,657
Posted By TheTravler
Hey Terminex, About how many hours of...

Hey Terminex,

About how many hours of generator run time did you have between times you had to add oil? I have a feeling I've had the exact same issue. Mine has only about 35 hours or so on it...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-19-2017, 03:49 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,177
Posted By TheTravler
Gas Coach on Ford F53 chassis

I've been wondering about this too. I recently upgraded to a 2017 Thor Hurricane and the steering control is very good. The problem I have is when you hit a low spot on one side the coach starts...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-08-2017, 07:01 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,893
Posted By TheTravler
RVtrader.com is a pretty good place to shop...

RVtrader.com is a pretty good place to shop around from both dealers and individual.
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 08-05-2017, 08:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,657
Posted By TheTravler
Yes, my 2017 Hurricane generator is doing this...

Yes, my 2017 Hurricane generator is doing this also. We drove about 3.5 hours when the temp was around 95 the other day with the gen running the whole time and no problems. Five days later we...
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