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Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 12-09-2021, 05:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,106
Posted By Sandman
Thanks and Congratulations...:dance::dance: ...

Thanks and Congratulations...:dance::dance:


1969-1971.. Milling About, Smartly..

1972-1991.. P-3 Maintenance.. AT3-ATC
1992-1999.. C-130/P-3 Maintenance 7340..
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 12-09-2021, 04:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 733
Posted By Sandman
TFL pays for one exam a year.. and DOD gives...

TFL pays for one exam a year.. and DOD gives retirees a free pair of glasses a year..


Cheaper for me to just buy my "good" glasses and sunglasses when needed.
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 11-20-2021, 03:33 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,335
Posted By Sandman
I use the DOD (Fairfax Clinic, Fort Belvoir...

I use the DOD (Fairfax Clinic, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital) on Fair Lakes Court..



Almost walking distance from Chantilly..


ID required at parking lot gate.. masks required...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-17-2020, 12:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,553
Posted By Sandman
There are now a kizillion “no name” boosters on...

There are now a kizillion “no name” boosters on eBay for $100.00 or less.. quite a change from the “brand name” prices..

Does anyone have experience with the low cost “no name” kits?
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-10-2019, 06:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,348
Posted By Sandman
Just spent the day trying to get an LED license...

Just spent the day trying to get an LED license plate light to work, it flashes.. have a cargo carrier on the back and it blocks the factory license plate so I relocated it to the back of the cargo...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 11-14-2015, 12:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,686
Posted By Sandman
A Chaplain (Skypilot) would know.. My...

A Chaplain (Skypilot) would know..

My folks are in Arlington. I've seen many rocks/pebbles on headstones there.

I like to bring small shells from Onslow Beach to leave. Our family has great...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-13-2014, 07:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,066
Posted By Sandman
We do a couple of weeks in Florida every...

We do a couple of weeks in Florida every February.. When packing to leave we will turn on the space heater the day before.. all of the non-temperature sensitive gear being already loaded.. With...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-25-2014, 01:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,731
Posted By Sandman
IMHO.. All of the brands are all the same.. I...

IMHO.. All of the brands are all the same.. I have four "no-name store brands" and a Visio.. all the same..

BUT.. check the view angle.. go into the TV store and look at the floor model...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 01-03-2014, 09:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,695
Posted By Sandman
That is unless you have a trailer.. then the...

That is unless you have a trailer.. then the power is where it should be but the sewer is way up front next to the TV RR wheel..

Great place..

Note.. sites 9, 10 & 11 are on the Port gun...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 12-30-2013, 03:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,695
Posted By Sandman
Try U.S. Military Campgrounds and RV Parks -...

Try U.S. Military Campgrounds and RV Parks - Home (https://www.militarycampgrounds.us/)
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 11-28-2013, 01:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,145
Posted By Sandman
Stayed at many FamCamps.. Some Great.. Some...

Stayed at many FamCamps.. Some Great.. Some Good.. a few just a parking place..

Little Rock AFB was fine.. nice paved pad.. Chow Hall Access.. no sewer but great bath-house.. Easy in and out...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 07-03-2013, 02:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,439
Posted By Sandman
Yes.. now you need a long phone cord so you can...

Yes.. now you need a long phone cord so you can have the telephone instrument out on the picnic table and check out the looks that you get when it rings..

We tried the Sprint home phone offer.....
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 07-03-2013, 11:44 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,189
Posted By Sandman
Just in Wally World (Fair Lakes, Fairfax, VA) and...

Just in Wally World (Fair Lakes, Fairfax, VA) and they have a Samsung 19in w/wall wart.. big $$$ for me. $167.00..

I am typing this in the house so that the 12vdc Insignia will not see that as a...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 06-30-2013, 11:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,189
Posted By Sandman
We have an Insignia19in.. Best But store brand.. ...

We have an Insignia19in.. Best But store brand.. has a 12vdc "Wall Wart" and was (normal price) less than $100.00.. Looks good, works fine.. lasted a long time..

I have found that Best Buy and...
Forum: RV'ing On A Budget 12-16-2012, 11:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,110
Posted By Sandman
An additional trick that I have seen is place a...

An additional trick that I have seen is place a trash can upside down over the hose bibb and have a light bulb (trouble/plumbers light) inside the can.. keeps the bibb free..
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-01-2012, 09:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,947
Posted By Sandman
I have used the headphone jack (mini TRS) on my...

I have used the headphone jack (mini TRS) on my store brand TV and ran it to PC speakers with a built in amp.. the TV vol still works on the headphone jack..
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 12-01-2012, 08:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,096
Posted By Sandman
PM sent...:cool::D

PM sent...:cool::D
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-25-2012, 03:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,541
Posted By Sandman
Check your old unused VHS player.. many of them...

Check your old unused VHS player.. many of them can convert from video in to RF out.. I used a VHS to convert a CD player to RF for years.. Now I have an HTV and don't need the conversion..
...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 11-20-2012, 09:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 951
Posted By Sandman
12Vdc DTV..

See questions every now and again about 12vdc DTV for Campers..

Just stumbled upon two 12vdc DTVs.. Both are 19 inch.. both are just regular bottom of the line TVs intended for home use...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-18-2012, 02:58 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,227
Posted By Sandman
And now for an opposing viewpoint.. We own a...

And now for an opposing viewpoint..

We own a 2006 Arctic Fox 24-5N. Forward bulkhead to after bulkhead is exactly 25 ft.. Large fridge, queen size bed, couch slide. But we do lack storage, no...
Forum: Coastal Campers 11-16-2012, 05:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,768
Posted By Sandman
It all works out the same.. I have no personal...

It all works out the same.. I have no personal property tax or annual fee (permanent tag) on our RV but we have a state income tax.. but our sales tax (non vehicle) is 4.5% and our real estate tax...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 11-07-2012, 03:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 833
Posted By Sandman
Happy Marine Corps Birthday .. CNO says it...

Happy Marine Corps Birthday ..

CNO says it well..

UNCLASSIFIED// ATTENTION INVITED TO ROUTINE R 052112Z NOV 12 PSN 374717K29 FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN ZEN/CMC WASHINGTON DC...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 10-07-2012, 03:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,049
Posted By Sandman
Another Saskatchewan story

Two Cowboys are sitting around at a Texas RV park and notice two women sitting at the next campsite.

The first cowboy says to the second; “I’d sure like to meet those women at the next...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-02-2012, 12:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,660
Posted By Sandman
Another option is the Continental Vanco2...

Another option is the Continental Vanco2 LT225-70-R15D 27.4 in high (vs 27.1 for 205-75) 9in wide vs 8in (1/2 ib each side this would be the measure and remeasure for me) 2470lb at 65psi..

I run...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 08-27-2012, 04:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 986
Posted By Sandman
The County has condemned and cleared both sides...

The County has condemned and cleared both sides of US-1 from VA-619 (Fuller Road, Iwo statue gate) North to The road split at Dumfries.. Clear cut.. 100ft on each side of US-1.. Just checked Google...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 08-23-2012, 08:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,507
Posted By Sandman
My Grandfather (USMC 1915-1935 & 1942-1959,...

My Grandfather (USMC 1915-1935 & 1942-1959, Drummer to 1st Sgt & 1stLt/Capt to SgtMaj) would have loved this.. And My Dad (USMC 1942-1973) would have been very interested..

Oh well..

Joe...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 08-12-2012, 08:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 944
Posted By Sandman
Return to Guam

Stumbled upon this on the web..

1944 USN film "Return to Guam"

Most interesting, but a little long. Don't give up on it, we see our hero Signalman again in the later portion.

Return to Guam...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 08-12-2012, 08:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,371
Posted By Sandman
On the side of the tire. LT and ST tires get...

On the side of the tire.

LT and ST tires get their strength from their air pressure. Stronger is better.

I have eight tires on the road and two spares all are at 80psi.. just what the sidewall...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-07-2012, 02:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,476
Posted By Sandman
That's what I've been trying to say.. 120/240 is...

That's what I've been trying to say.. 120/240 is not required.. 208Y/120 is OK.. but as stated above two 120Vac feeds will keep the RV happy, see original post.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-07-2012, 02:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,476
Posted By Sandman
Rusty, Just have a little guy.. 30 amps. ...

Rusty,
Just have a little guy.. 30 amps.

My point was that since RVs have no 240Vac appliances the rig is looking for two 120Vac circuits.. 120/240 is ok.. 208Y/120 is OK and if one uses...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-07-2012, 02:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,476
Posted By Sandman
Rusty, If your sticker says all of that it is in...

Rusty, If your sticker says all of that it is in error.

120/240 Vac 50 amp is the max it is designed to accept, not the minimum.

The NEC states that an RV site with a 50 amp receptacle must be...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-07-2012, 04:10 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,476
Posted By Sandman
This is an old debate.. but... The 50 amp RV...

This is an old debate.. but...

The 50 amp RV wiring configuration supplies two 120Vac feeds.. There is no requirement that they be 180deg out of phase making it 240vac.. as a matter of fact the...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 08-03-2012, 04:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 907
Posted By Sandman
About 1998 I was at the Davis-Monthan "Boneyard"...

About 1998 I was at the Davis-Monthan "Boneyard" (rode the last East Coast P3-B out, sniveled a seat by playing the "old guy, retiring next year card) The Navy rep gave us a tour.. there was still a...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-19-2012, 03:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,362
Posted By Sandman
No help here.. just interest. 20 years ago...

No help here.. just interest.

20 years ago there were some small 5ers but now (and I've been looking) they just seem to keep getting bigger and bigger.

Arctic Fox/Nash made a 23 footer up...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-08-2012, 04:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 14,189
Posted By Sandman
Normal axles (differential) will allow the wheels...

Normal axles (differential) will allow the wheels to turn at different speeds but when the transfer case is locked on a 4wd there is no play between the dominant front wheel and the dominant rear...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-08-2012, 02:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 14,189
Posted By Sandman
Do not use 4wd on a dry paved road .. ever. It...

Do not use 4wd on a dry paved road .. ever. It breaks itself..

As for brakes working in reverse.. go to a parking lot, back up and manually activate the trailer brakes from the controller.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-13-2012, 05:01 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,125
Posted By Sandman
I have a big old 16k.. round tube SuperGlide.....

I have a big old 16k.. round tube SuperGlide.. been in use over 10 years.. I use the 5er to pull it.. I disconnect the hitch from it's mounts and raise the 5er up 3 or so inches to clear the pins,...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 02-01-2012, 07:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,802
Posted By Sandman
Did you also wear "Marine Brown" shoes? The...

Did you also wear "Marine Brown" shoes?

The you may have a real "Old Corps" belt buckle. Remember when the USMC belts were just a "skosh" wider than the other services so an Army or Navy belt...
Forum: Powerstroke Engine Forum 01-08-2012, 03:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,491
Posted By Sandman
Two questions.. What were the symptoms ...

Two questions..

What were the symptoms


Second, why the high $$$ IH parts vs the $20 NAPA donuts.. the original donuts lasted 10 years..

:cool: have a 2000 7.3 with 90k on it.. mileage has...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-18-2011, 08:43 PM
Replies: 318
Views: 93,789
Posted By Sandman
Zorra...

Zorra...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 11-07-2011, 05:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,001
Posted By Sandman
Happy Birthday Marines!

Unclassified//
attention invited to
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fm secnav washington dc

to alnav i

nfo zen/secnav washington dc zen/cno washington dc
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 10-26-2011, 04:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,578
Posted By Sandman
Better then last years.. I'm taking mine..

Better then last years..

I'm taking mine..
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-14-2011, 10:41 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,858
Posted By Sandman
I moved my spare to under the front, between the...

I moved my spare to under the front, between the landing gear legs.. My gas bottles are there so I had a "no floor" section to hang the wench from a Toyota PU/4Runner under there..
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-13-2011, 05:00 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,858
Posted By Sandman
I own a Champion 3500/4000 and carry it (with a...

I own a Champion 3500/4000 and carry it (with a Weber cover) in the bed of our truck.. I use a #12 extension cord to power the 5er, the key to calculating wire size is max output of the generator... ...
Forum: Coastal Campers 10-12-2011, 03:34 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,060
Posted By Sandman
P.A Discount? Please translate... We are...

P.A Discount? Please translate...

We are in.. St Patrick's Day (with a bus in & out) sounds like fun.. Would love to toast Madelyn Connor (G'mother) with a green beer!

Or the next week...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-12-2011, 09:05 AM
Replies: 13,638
Views: 2,140,215
Posted By Sandman
Start capacitor for roof airconditioner.. ...

Start capacitor for roof airconditioner..

The smoke escaped from the original capacitor.

Note: Everything electrical/electronic works on smoke.. if the smoke escapes the unit stops working...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-04-2011, 07:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,067
Posted By Sandman
Some of the deeded campgrounds are almost free to...

Some of the deeded campgrounds are almost free to buy (the owner just wants out of the annual fees).. and they offer pools and lakes to use while "working" on the rig..

Check Craigslist.. they pop...
Forum: Just Conversation 10-03-2011, 03:21 PM
Replies: 943
Views: 102,377
Posted By Sandman
A lot of Greenville Va has a Staunton mailing...

A lot of Greenville Va has a Staunton mailing address..
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 09-23-2011, 02:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,731
Posted By Sandman
So was I.. well I was in High School in Kailua.....

So was I.. well I was in High School in Kailua.. But.. My Dad worked for General Krulak and was with him on those trips (in his custom C-130) to Viet Nam..

Check your PMs
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 09-23-2011, 08:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,731
Posted By Sandman
He was on the road to Commandant, a "shoe in" ,...

He was on the road to Commandant, a "shoe in" , until he told LBJ what was being done wrong in Viet Nam..

Pretty good Gyrine trivia for a retired P-3 Sailor..
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