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Forum: Just Conversation 06-01-2023, 10:58 AM
Replies: 651
Views: 67,875
Posted By RescueRamsey
I've had many things break, being a 2002, I...

I've had many things break, being a 2002, I expect to have some minor issues. So far nothing I can't handle. This last trip the closet latch broke, and my stinky slinky started to leak....
Easy fix...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 02-02-2023, 07:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 220
Posted By RescueRamsey
I'm actually heading to glamis tomorrow, but...

I'm actually heading to glamis tomorrow, but anyways, the 86 or the 111 are both fine. The 111 was re paved a few years back and is fairly nice now. However there is not much there as far as...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 01-10-2023, 09:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 514
Posted By RescueRamsey
Depending on where the shunt is mounted, it may...

Depending on where the shunt is mounted, it may not need any protection. I mounted mine in the converter/inverter bay. It's away from the batteries, and out of the elements. Been there for a while,...
Forum: Cummins Engines 01-10-2023, 09:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 833
Posted By RescueRamsey
I'm not 100% sure, but I think 450 is the max for...

I'm not 100% sure, but I think 450 is the max for the isl 8.9.
I have an older isl 370, I've seen tuners to go up to 400, 425 and 450. But I've not seen anything over 450.
Forum: Vintage RV's 11-22-2022, 06:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,024
Posted By RescueRamsey
[Moderator Edit] It look like a piece of pvc..

[Moderator Edit] It look like a piece of pvc..
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-22-2022, 06:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,734
Posted By RescueRamsey
It's not a huge concern to have a small drip, but...

It's not a huge concern to have a small drip, but it will get worse with time. Take the jack off and have it rebuilt. A friend of mine just did one not too long ago. Not too big a job really...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-22-2022, 06:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,066
Posted By RescueRamsey
If the breaker trips before it is even turned on,...

If the breaker trips before it is even turned on, I believe you have a short in the circut between the breaker and the heater, or possibly a bad breaker. I'd start with this, unplug from shore power,...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 04-17-2022, 12:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,152
Posted By RescueRamsey
I've had them leak too, I gave up on the 1lb...

I've had them leak too, I gave up on the 1lb tanks a long time ago. I bought an adapter to hook the 5 gallon? Common size tanks. Last forever, and don't leak.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-28-2022, 06:35 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,063
Posted By RescueRamsey
This is my truck on a cat scale. 2022 f150, 4...

This is my truck on a cat scale. 2022 f150, 4 door and 4 wheel drive. It is flat tow capable. Oh and this is the weight with 2 people in it, on 160# and one 260# so the actual weight of the truck is...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-06-2022, 10:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,267
Posted By RescueRamsey
I don't have any pictures, but I removed mine,...

I don't have any pictures, but I removed mine, trimmed the back and top, and re installed. I was able to move it forward 5 inches, and up 3. Then mounted the flat screen. Look 100% factory and 100%...
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 01-28-2022, 09:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,320
Posted By RescueRamsey
I considered one, and after many hours of...

I considered one, and after many hours of reading, I went with a green mountain grills, Davey Crockett. Runs on 12 volt, so no inverter necessary. Blue tooth to my phone, I can set temp, monitors...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-27-2022, 03:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,023
Posted By RescueRamsey
There is no way someone's Jake is on trying to...

There is no way someone's Jake is on trying to accelerate up hill. I'm not sure you are hearing what you think you are hearing....
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 01-17-2022, 10:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,591
Posted By RescueRamsey
If your on relatively flat ground and not towing...

If your on relatively flat ground and not towing the difference between low and high will be barely noticeable if at all. When you are towing or going down a steep grade the difference will be...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-17-2022, 06:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 658
Posted By RescueRamsey
This makes sense. Thank you.

This makes sense. Thank you.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-16-2022, 03:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 658
Posted By RescueRamsey
So I tried it again and it worked properly. No...

So I tried it again and it worked properly. No drop in power while switching between generator and inverter. Great, an intermittent issue, let's hope it was a fluke?
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-16-2022, 01:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 658
Posted By RescueRamsey
Yea, I found that and already have it set to...

Yea, I found that and already have it set to always be on. It's "search mode"
It powers down if the draw is below at set threshold
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-16-2022, 11:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 658
Posted By RescueRamsey
Magnum ms2812 problems

So I recently upgraded to a magnum ms2812 mainly because of our residential fridge. Everything seems to work OK except when I shut the generator off. Magnum says that it switches between inverter...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-11-2022, 09:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 900
Posted By RescueRamsey
I just upgraded my inverter, to a magnum ms 2812....

I just upgraded my inverter, to a magnum ms 2812. It is dual in and dual out. In the install instructions it gives the option to hook up as single in and single out. Depending on what you ordered it...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-05-2022, 08:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,291
Posted By RescueRamsey
My friend has a Thor diesel pusher. A Mandalay...

My friend has a Thor diesel pusher. A Mandalay 40b to be exact. It's beautiful for sure, but built like poo. I helped him with some roof repairs, and I was pretty shocked to see the quality, or lack...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 12-26-2021, 09:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 332
Posted By RescueRamsey
Skip box canyon. It's not saving any time over...

Skip box canyon. It's not saving any time over just taking the 10 all the way to the 86. It's quicker in a car, but not towing. I've clocked it both ways, it's just a hassle. Also there is no 86s....
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 12-25-2021, 10:49 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,851
Posted By RescueRamsey
Lower the tire psi when not towing.......

Lower the tire psi when not towing.... significantly... and look into sullastic shackles for the rear. Other then that, not a whole lot can be done. 1 ton trucks have a stiff leaf pack for the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-25-2021, 06:51 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 14,392
Posted By RescueRamsey
I dry camp, or boondock 99% of the time, I just...

I dry camp, or boondock 99% of the time, I just swapped to a residential fridge. No problem, would never go back. I have 4 standard 6 volt golf cart batteries, my generator runs 2 times a day for 2...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-23-2021, 09:01 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,830
Posted By RescueRamsey
Don't let people's maintenance estimates scare...

Don't let people's maintenance estimates scare you, I hear everything from 2k a year, to 5k a year. Hogwash. I've had mine for 4 years and never spent anywhere near that. One year it was close...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 12-22-2021, 07:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,048
Posted By RescueRamsey
I've been up it many times, it does have a lot of...

I've been up it many times, it does have a lot of switch backs, but it's doable.
If you just looking for a different path, take the 10 to the 86, once in Salton city, take the 22 to Borrego...
Forum: Boondocking 12-21-2021, 09:21 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,255
Posted By RescueRamsey
If your going to have a residential fridge I...

If your going to have a residential fridge I highly recommend an automatic generator start unit. Depending on the inverter you have, it can be integrated, on stand alone. Not very expensive, and...
Forum: Boondocking 12-20-2021, 07:50 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,255
Posted By RescueRamsey
I just swapped to a residential fridge in my...

I just swapped to a residential fridge in my motorhome. 14 cu ft. Runs on the inverter 24/7.
I have 4 6 volt golf cart batteries, my generator needs to run 2 hrs every 24 hrs. When it's cold and the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-20-2021, 07:28 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,830
Posted By RescueRamsey
I did it 4 ish years ago. 36' 5er to a 38' d.p....

I did it 4 ish years ago. 36' 5er to a 38' d.p. you could not pay me to go back. It's different for everyone though, some people go to a 5er and say they would never go back.
What are the reasons...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-20-2021, 02:57 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 21,121
Posted By RescueRamsey
Glamis? I go there quite a bit. It's the only...

Glamis?
I go there quite a bit. It's the only place I've ever been stuck. Somewhere around wash 7 I believe. I used to always camp on gecko, but too busy now days so we're usually in 3.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 11-02-2021, 09:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 504
Posted By RescueRamsey
Cabinet finishes

So while converting to a residential fridge, I need to do some wood work. I know it's oak, and I found a stain that seems to match well. My question is, what is the final finish? I does not seem to...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-28-2021, 10:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,777
Posted By RescueRamsey
McMaster Carr has been my go to for over 20 years...

McMaster Carr has been my go to for over 20 years now. Anytime I can't find something, I go to them. I used to have an actual paper catalog for them, I want to say it's something like 3000 pages, and...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 07-27-2021, 03:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,777
Posted By RescueRamsey
https://www.mcmaster.com/hose/duct-hose-and-duct-h...

https://www.mcmaster.com/hose/duct-hose-and-duct-hose-fittings/high-temperature-flexible-duct-hose-for-fumes/id~6-1-2/


There ya go
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 07-16-2021, 11:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 558
Posted By RescueRamsey
Visone rv salvage. They have tons of everything.

Visone rv salvage. They have tons of everything.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-30-2021, 08:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,198
Posted By RescueRamsey
I never had an rv with that engine, but I did...

I never had an rv with that engine, but I did have a truck at work with it. Drove it for nearly 5 years, had a few electrical issues, a/c compressor went out 3 times, and the vanes in the variable...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-23-2021, 12:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,005
Posted By RescueRamsey
So I have a friend that did the same move about 2...

So I have a friend that did the same move about 2 years ago now. Super c to a pusher, he was apprehensive about driving the pusher, so I let him drive mine around for a day, a few months later, he...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-28-2021, 04:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,563
Posted By RescueRamsey
We went through 4 wally's before switching to the...

We went through 4 wally's before switching to the vip211k. The wally doesn't hold up, not sure if it's the vibration, or heat, or they are just junk. Either way, no problems after switching.

It's...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 03-03-2021, 06:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,103
Posted By RescueRamsey
Had a few break before, there is not a ton of...

Had a few break before, there is not a ton of stress there, just put it back in place and secure with a few zip ties to get home. Not a big deal
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 03-03-2021, 06:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 364
Posted By RescueRamsey
I used to use a g2 dish and a wally. Works pretty...

I used to use a g2 dish and a wally. Works pretty good. Used a wally receiver box until the 3rd one crapped out, then switched ro the vip211k. Both are high Def, both use hdmi output. Worked great...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 02-05-2021, 09:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,124
Posted By RescueRamsey
Depending on the bikes it can be done in a 12'...

Depending on the bikes it can be done in a 12' garage, but if you have the option, I'd look for 13 or 14. Bigger is always better. Sure you can squeeze them into a tighter space, but it's really not...
Forum: Boondocking 02-02-2021, 08:45 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,771
Posted By RescueRamsey
My Dad always said "everything tastes better on...

My Dad always said "everything tastes better on vacation" I've noticed even a simple hamburger tastes great when I'm in my motorhome. It's perspective I suppose, everything is better when you are...
Forum: Just Conversation 01-23-2021, 07:02 PM
Replies: 4,353
Views: 222,878
Posted By RescueRamsey
Wherever you go, there you are........ Even a...

Wherever you go, there you are........
Even a blind squirrel finds a nut every once in a while.
Even a broken clock is correct twice a day.
Piss poor planning on your part does not constitute an...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 01-19-2021, 09:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,099
Posted By RescueRamsey
I have a 7.3 in a truck, well over 200k miles,...

I have a 7.3 in a truck, well over 200k miles, ton of them towing. Still runs like it's new. Hell, it still smokes the tires until the 3rd gear shift.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-10-2021, 12:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,187
Posted By RescueRamsey
What model did you find that fit perfectly? I'm...

What model did you find that fit perfectly? I'm in the process of finding one to replace mine.
Hopefully soon, mine is dying out....
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-14-2020, 09:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,660
Posted By RescueRamsey
Stay in your driveway for a first overnight, see...

Stay in your driveway for a first overnight, see how it goes. I'm in so cal as well, vail lake is a nice place to stay, as is Ramona Oaks. We really like Ramona Oaks......The park at sweetwater is...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-13-2020, 06:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,404
Posted By RescueRamsey
I think I would look into a spayed on roof. Fix...

I think I would look into a spayed on roof. Fix the wood again, and then take it in. Rhino linings does it, as does a company called rv armor. Both come with warranties.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-13-2020, 09:08 AM
Replies: 1,688
Views: 569,642
Posted By RescueRamsey
At the glamis sand dunes. 16' box trailer. Car...

At the glamis sand dunes. 16' box trailer. Car just barely fits in.
Forum: Just Conversation 09-11-2020, 03:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 743
Posted By RescueRamsey
Walk the dogs, have a beer.

Walk the dogs, have a beer.
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 09-11-2020, 03:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 952
Posted By RescueRamsey
What year is it? Mine is a 2002 and it's not hwh....

What year is it? Mine is a 2002 and it's not hwh. Is yours hydraulic?
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 09-11-2020, 03:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,410
Posted By RescueRamsey
Lifetime cooler from Walmart. It's made in the...

Lifetime cooler from Walmart. It's made in the USA. I paid $78 dollars for the 28 qt. Model. It's awesome. I keep it in the basement full of beer, and use it for work when I go out of town. I'm...
Forum: Boondocking 09-09-2020, 08:41 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,106
Posted By RescueRamsey
We primary dry camp, although I don't have many...

We primary dry camp, although I don't have many pictures, but you get the idea. 2002 Holiday Rambler Imperial. 38', 2 slides, ISL 370 engine, 100 gallon fresh, 50/50 waste tanks. 7500 diesel...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-29-2020, 08:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,422
Posted By RescueRamsey
Leave it on. Mine has run non stop for 45-50 hrs...

Leave it on. Mine has run non stop for 45-50 hrs many times. Generator running the whole time as well
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