Journey with Confidence RV GPS App RV Trip Planner RV LIFE Campground Reviews RV Maintenance Take a Speed Test Free 7 Day Trial ×
RV Trip Planning Discussions

Go Back   iRV2 Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results
iRV2.com Google
Click Here to Login
Register FilesVendors Registry Blogs FAQ Community Calendar Today's Posts Search Log in
Join iRV2 Today

Mission Statement: Supporting thoughtful exchange of knowledge, values and experience among RV enthusiasts.
Page 1 of 4 1 234
Showing results 1 to 50 of 193
Search took 0.02 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: happycamperz
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-30-2018, 12:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 694
Posted By happycamperz
Can you post a picture? I wouldn’t expect a mouse...

Can you post a picture? I wouldn’t expect a mouse to chew on an indoor plant. I would think more of an insect issue.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-28-2018, 07:36 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 23,322
Posted By happycamperz
I was quoted $10 per foot for the mobile guy...

I was quoted $10 per foot for the mobile guy coming to my house and $7 per foot for taking it to the local detail shop and leaving it for a few days. Both prices included the roof.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-19-2018, 05:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,458
Posted By happycamperz
I was looking for a similar solution and through...

I was looking for a similar solution and through the recommendation of many people here, I came to find Wash Wax All. I use it on the roof and all sides of my 30’ keystone bullet. It comes with a...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-16-2018, 12:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,470
Posted By happycamperz
What is your roof material? I almost used flex...

What is your roof material? I almost used flex deal on some leaks in the rubber membrane type roof on my previous travel trailer and the knowledge of this forum stopped me just in time. Apparently...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-15-2018, 07:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,470
Posted By happycamperz
It’s pricy for a reason. Worth every penny! Spend...

It’s pricy for a reason. Worth every penny! Spend it and you will thank yourself later. You spent all this money on a traveling home, why not spend a few more bucks and protect it? I would check...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-08-2018, 05:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,042
Posted By happycamperz
I couldn’t decide if it was necessary or not, so...

I couldn’t decide if it was necessary or not, so I just put my air fitting on the hose fitting and blew air through at 30 psi. Took 30 seconds and was peace of mind, even if completely unnecessary.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-03-2018, 09:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,440
Posted By happycamperz
18-Volt ONE+ Cordless Dual Function...

18-Volt ONE+ Cordless Dual Function Inflator/Deflator (Tool Only)

https://www.homedepot.com/p/203060297

This is what I use and I love it. Works great up to 80 lbs (which is the highest I’ve...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-03-2018, 09:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,440
Posted By happycamperz
This is probably way simpler than what you’re...

This is probably way simpler than what you’re looking for, but I’m a ryobi tool guy. Their 18v tools have an option of an inflator/deflator for about $40 I think. It runs off the 18v ryobi batteries...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-31-2018, 05:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,534
Posted By happycamperz
You will not be disappointed!

You will not be disappointed!
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-19-2018, 05:02 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 15,454
Posted By happycamperz
I’ve had 3 7.3’s and would buy them any day...

I’ve had 3 7.3’s and would buy them any day before a 6.0. But remember that even the newest 7.3’s are now 16 years old. So be prepared to use your tools. They are reliable engines, but finding clean...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-18-2018, 04:35 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 15,454
Posted By happycamperz
Used to have an 03 6.0 before my camper days, and...

Used to have an 03 6.0 before my camper days, and it was one problem after another. Put thousands into that truck. I’ll never do a 6.0 again, unless I could buy it new. Injectors, ficm, oil cooler,...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-17-2018, 05:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,145
Posted By happycamperz
What about the aerosol baby powder for ease of...

What about the aerosol baby powder for ease of use? I assume that wouldn’t be as good as plain old baby powder? Do you just get some on your hand and rub it on?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-11-2018, 04:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,584
Posted By happycamperz
I got the sticker when I became a supporter and I...

I got the sticker when I became a supporter and I also went on a decal making website and had my username made into a decal “happycamperz@irv2.com” to go under the sticker I got in the mail. If...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 10-10-2018, 01:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,988
Posted By happycamperz
Don’t forget about fuel in the truck and gear in...

Don’t forget about fuel in the truck and gear in the camper. Propane was already figured into my dry trailer weight, batteries were not.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-03-2018, 05:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,534
Posted By happycamperz
Solid point. I forgot about that. My 13 has the...

Solid point. I forgot about that. My 13 has the tow package. If we didn’t, there’s no way we could tow ours with the expedition.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-01-2018, 06:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,534
Posted By happycamperz
I would check those numbers carefully. My wife...

I would check those numbers carefully. My wife drives a 2013 expedition 4x4 5.4 3.73 limited and we towed our trailer, a 30 foot, a little lighter than yours, for a short period of time. It got the...
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 09-29-2018, 07:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 933
Posted By happycamperz
Your friend has shared a link to a Home Depot...

Your friend has shared a link to a Home Depot product they think you would be interested in seeing.

4-1/8 in. x 10-1/8 in. Plastic Sidewall Heat and Air Deflector
...
Forum: New Horizons Owners Forum and NHOG 09-29-2018, 07:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 933
Posted By happycamperz
We use one of those plastic vent diverted from...

We use one of those plastic vent diverted from Home Depot to divert our floor vent from blowing on our kiddo when he sleeps. Works great and only costs a few dollars. I’ll try to find a link or...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-29-2018, 07:44 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,111
Posted By happycamperz
I think what he’s saying is that either way is...

I think what he’s saying is that either way is within the legal limits and can be safely towed, but one way will put a little less wear and tear on the vehicle and make it more fun to tow. Either...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-28-2018, 11:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,704
Posted By happycamperz
A good part of my job is up selling. I supervise...

A good part of my job is up selling. I supervise a branch of a midsize pest control company, and I train my technicians to upsell other services to current customers. However, they will be in trouble...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-27-2018, 01:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,111
Posted By happycamperz
Back to the topic on hand, towing at capacity...

Back to the topic on hand, towing at capacity with a half ton is not as fun at towing at 2/3 capacity with a 3/4 ton. My setup is not at capacity, but the RAWR is a few fat guys away from it. If I...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-27-2018, 01:03 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,111
Posted By happycamperz
Tires/Air bag for F150

It pulled up this exact tire for my needs and wants. So looks like your philosophy worked great. I set the highest level of importance as trail/gravel traction, wet traction, and dry traction. now...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-26-2018, 01:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,111
Posted By happycamperz
I’m not sure where your confusion is coming from....

I’m not sure where your confusion is coming from. I’ve never heard these labeled as snow tires. Snow tires are different from all terrain tires.

And yes, for my uses they seem to be very safe....
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 09-26-2018, 12:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,666
Posted By happycamperz
If I had a cover, it would be on there for 5...

If I had a cover, it would be on there for 5 months at most. We usually take our last trip late October and first trip in March. After doing a lot of reading, it sounds like the damage a cover can do...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-26-2018, 12:08 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,111
Posted By happycamperz
Good question. I have my scale receipts in a file...

Good question. I have my scale receipts in a file at home. I’ll look for them when I get a chance and get back to you.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-26-2018, 12:07 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,111
Posted By happycamperz
In my opinion, these tires look good on most...

In my opinion, these tires look good on most trucks. However, out of the three times I have bought them, I have never bought them for the looks. That would be a silly reason to buy tires that drive...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-25-2018, 07:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,111
Posted By happycamperz
I am close to capacity but with enough with...

I am close to capacity but with enough with enough wiggle room for comfort with my 30’ keystone bullet. I don’t feel that airbags are needed. With the new tires, mine rides pretty good with my 2015...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-25-2018, 07:46 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,111
Posted By happycamperz
If all the weights of the fully loaded truck and...

If all the weights of the fully loaded truck and trailer fit in the numbers your specific truck is rated for, then I recommend bfg tako 2 tires. They are 10 ply. Ride a little rougher than the stock...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 09-13-2018, 07:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,666
Posted By happycamperz
Thanks. I’ve been researching this all week and...

Thanks. I’ve been researching this all week and been finding very mixed reviews on covers but only positive reviews on wash wax all. This would apparently help with the holding of the color and just...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 09-11-2018, 06:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,666
Posted By happycamperz
I’ve looked at that before and heard wonderful...

I’ve looked at that before and heard wonderful reviews. I was thinking about getting that anyway. In your opinion, there is no need for fear of fading decals with using this product properly? How...
Forum: New Member Check-In 09-10-2018, 07:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 398
Posted By happycamperz
Welcome! I’m in Wentzville mo. You live in a...

Welcome! I’m in Wentzville mo. You live in a beautiful part of our state!
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 09-10-2018, 06:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,666
Posted By happycamperz
Is a cover a necessity?

I tried searching but wasn’t satisfied with what I found so I’ll ask. I’m a pretty cheap guy, but our new travel trailer is brown with dark decals. I’m a little worried about the graphics and paint...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-18-2018, 08:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 910
Posted By happycamperz
I feel like there is confusion as to where the...

I feel like there is confusion as to where the hole opens to. It’s not open to the outside, it’s open to the storage. If you have mice in your storage area than you already have a problem. Your pest...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-11-2018, 11:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 910
Posted By happycamperz
We have a similar laundry chute going to the...

We have a similar laundry chute going to the basement compartment and love it! It takes up about two square feet in the basement but that’s better than two square feet in the living space or a stinky...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-26-2018, 06:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 14,495
Posted By happycamperz
Towing with the new Ford 2018 Expedition

We used to tow with a 2013 expedition (5.4) before upgrading to a newer ecobeast f150. The 5.4 lacked power in my opinion but it still pulled well. The weight numbers loaded and wet were getting...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-22-2018, 03:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,021
Posted By happycamperz
They are a lot more than $20 or $30 to buy and I...

They are a lot more than $20 or $30 to buy and I don’t have any close friends with a generator. Once I started doing research about this, I’ve decided that sticking to campsites is best for my...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-16-2018, 09:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,021
Posted By happycamperz
Thanks guys, as per my previous post, this thread...

Thanks guys, as per my previous post, this thread guided me in a great direction, as this forum always does. My vague question paid off with enough information to make me not certain enough to try it...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-15-2018, 08:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,021
Posted By happycamperz
Peace of mind is paying $20 for a cheap campsite...

Peace of mind is paying $20 for a cheap campsite and plugging in for a night. Not looking to make any upgrades at this time. We aren’t boondockers, just wondering if we can go cheap for one night on...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-15-2018, 06:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,021
Posted By happycamperz
How long will furnace run off battery?

Thanks for the tip, however we don’t plan to do this sort of thing often enough to do major upgrades to boondock. I’d rather just pay $20-30 for a cheap campground for overnight hookup and dump...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-15-2018, 05:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,021
Posted By happycamperz
How long will furnace run off battery?

I tried searching but couldn’t get much off this silly app. Planning a trip from St. Louis to myrtle beach in early March. We will be staying overnight in Knoxville on the way there and Nashville on...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-16-2018, 10:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 919
Posted By happycamperz
Thanks! We ended up picking this!

Thanks! We ended up picking this!
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-15-2018, 10:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 919
Posted By happycamperz
Looking for a lake within 5 hours of STL

Good evening all! Due to unforeseen circumstances, our trip to Mexico in July is being cancelled for a closer to home trip. Looking to stay within about 5 hours of St. Louis, and something similar to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-11-2018, 07:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,187
Posted By happycamperz
Mouse Encounter!

I recommend a snap style trap with peanut butter over a sticky trap. Mice have wiskers for a reason and they use them to sense danger around them. If they get a whisker caught on a sticky trap, they...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 05-31-2018, 08:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 14,977
Posted By happycamperz
While I was having my trailer serviced yesterday,...

While I was having my trailer serviced yesterday, I was taking to the service manager and he explained that on my trailer (which has spread axles) one of the axles is a floating axle to prevent...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 05-22-2018, 05:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,377
Posted By happycamperz
I would never have specifically ordered an...

I would never have specifically ordered an outdoor kitchen, but my new keystone bullet came with one. I’ve only used it a couple times since we bought it last fall, but I think I’m hooked. But I love...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-19-2018, 06:18 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,736
Posted By happycamperz
Years ago, I did a herculiner Berliner myself....

Years ago, I did a herculiner Berliner myself. Took 2 days of on and off work. Used two gallons at about $65 a piece. Probably about 6 thin coats and lots of prep work. Totally worth it though...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-14-2018, 05:29 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 14,090
Posted By happycamperz
Yep yep yep and yep. Also what suspension...

Yep yep yep and yep. Also what suspension modification were made to the Yukon? That probably doesn’t help that it’s lowered.
Forum: New Member Check-In 05-14-2018, 03:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 405
Posted By happycamperz
Congrats on the new trailer! Couple...

Congrats on the new trailer!

Couple questions. What tires do you have on the Yukon? Do you have the correct spring bars on the husky hitch for your tongue weight? (The dealership that sold me our...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-02-2018, 05:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,184
Posted By happycamperz
Our expedition came from the factory and wow are...

Our expedition came from the factory and wow are they nice. Perfect level and plenty of room for regular size feet. My wife has to stand on them to put our son in the car seat becajse she is short...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 05-01-2018, 09:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 14,977
Posted By happycamperz
It also makes the trailer much more stable when...

It also makes the trailer much more stable when going over bumps or down a lumpy highway.
Showing results 1 to 50 of 193
Page 1 of 4 1 234

 
Forum Jump
» Featured Campgrounds

Reviews provided by


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 05:10 AM.

Contact Us - Home - Archive - RVLife - Community Rules - Terms of Service - Privacy - Accessibility - Top

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 1
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.