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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion Yesterday, 07:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 894
Posted By glwinger
Not unusual, especially since it was for a...

Not unusual, especially since it was for a weekend only. If you backed out even a week before, they may have a hard time renting that spot again for the same weekend. Most people are reserving sites...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-17-2024, 05:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 225
Posted By glwinger
GM has done some crazy things with some of the...

GM has done some crazy things with some of the newer cars and trucks.

It has to do with the Pulse Width Modulated controller. It needs to see a certain load on the module. Vehicles with LED...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-15-2024, 09:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 365
Posted By glwinger
There should be something more behind the outlet...

There should be something more behind the outlet than just the fiberglass. No way they would put screws into an 1/8 inch piece of fiberglass without some sort of reinforcement.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-15-2024, 09:16 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,896
Posted By glwinger
Since we only have one side of the story, no one...

Since we only have one side of the story, no one here knows exactly what went on. The employee just stated the rules. Did the OP start arguing with the employee about the wristband rule? Probably!...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-12-2024, 04:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 512
Posted By glwinger
Article say the new product manager for the 5th...

Article say the new product manager for the 5th wheels was promoted to be the general manager for the new Class C. Wonder who's going to oversee the welding of the new body frame work.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-12-2024, 04:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 275
Posted By glwinger
Is this double pane glass? There are some...

Is this double pane glass? There are some companies that will repair double pane windows.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-10-2024, 08:04 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 277
Posted By glwinger
Lot's of searches about scamming. They do not...

Lot's of searches about scamming. They do not show up on the BBB
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-09-2024, 07:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 182
Posted By glwinger
A little time looking is better than some of the...

A little time looking is better than some of the outrageous shipping charges.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-05-2024, 06:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 543
Posted By glwinger
Hopefully the trailer frame did not twist. That...

Hopefully the trailer frame did not twist. That could rack the entire body.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 04-05-2024, 06:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,418
Posted By glwinger
Another thing to think about. No trailer is...

Another thing to think about. No trailer is insulated well enough for cold weather. You will have to plan your travels according to the location. Working remotely will also present problem. Not all...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-05-2024, 06:25 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,275
Posted By glwinger
You can also buy coffee in single serving bags....

You can also buy coffee in single serving bags. Look like tea bags. Heat water on stove, pour water in cup and put in the bag. A few minutes later you have fresh brewed coffee.
We've used these in...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-04-2024, 05:13 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,275
Posted By glwinger
Yep, the good old percolator. we used one when I...

Yep, the good old percolator. we used one when I pulled a small pop up camper with my motorcycle. Still have it in my toy hauler for making the morning coffee.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-04-2024, 04:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 543
Posted By glwinger
Was the door open when this happened and hit the...

Was the door open when this happened and hit the ground? It would have had to been really leaning when it happened.
The door is laminated with a foam core and two fiberglass panels. I doubt if it...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-04-2024, 11:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 481
Posted By glwinger
Talking We have robin's and cardinals doing the same...

We have robin's and cardinals doing the same thing. Covered the mirrors and they started attacking my chrome bumpers.

It's mating season and they are just chasing away the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-03-2024, 07:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 237
Posted By glwinger
One time use screw? Take the screw to a good...

One time use screw? Take the screw to a good hardware store and see if they can match it.

Post a picture of the screw here.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-27-2024, 04:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 930
Posted By glwinger
I have yet to find a new one that doesn't leak. I...

I have yet to find a new one that doesn't leak. I had a couple of older ones that used two O-rings that did not leak. Seems all the newer ones just use a pressure type fitting pushing against a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-27-2024, 08:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 311
Posted By glwinger
Won't work when wet? What happens if you get...

Won't work when wet? What happens if you get caught in the rain?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-27-2024, 06:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 304
Posted By glwinger
At the factory the vent opening is framed before...

At the factory the vent opening is framed before ceiling and roof materials are applied.

Another consideration is the way any ductwork and wiring is run. Plus insulation.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-26-2024, 04:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,893
Posted By glwinger
I searched and found two that have manual...

I searched and found two that have manual controls. You don't specify what size you are looking for. There may be larger ones available.


...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-26-2024, 04:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 304
Posted By glwinger
I am curious as to how you plan on the enlarging...

I am curious as to how you plan on the enlarging the opening to install the larger vent. The original has a support frame in the roof sized to mount the 14X14 vent.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-24-2024, 08:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 478
Posted By glwinger
Wireless are a to easier to install. All you need...

Wireless are a to easier to install. All you need is a power source. Make no difference where you mount them. Up high and angled down would work for you.
PS: you probably could not use the turn...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-24-2024, 08:10 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,296
Posted By glwinger
Have you tried filing for a lost title?...

Have you tried filing for a lost title? Technically the title is lost somewhere in cyberspace. Your proof is the registration and bill of sale.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-23-2024, 05:45 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 9,683
Posted By glwinger
The evening news tonight just had a segment about...

The evening news tonight just had a segment about squatters. Seems they have more rights than the homeowner. The police actually arrested the homeowner in one instance because she threatened the...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 03-23-2024, 03:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 137
Posted By glwinger
Possibly the plug for the fill hole on the...

Possibly the plug for the fill hole on the reservoir.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-23-2024, 01:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 478
Posted By glwinger
Check Haloview. They have multiple systems. They...

Check Haloview. They have multiple systems. They also record the video onto a SD card.

Furrion doesn't offer this option.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-23-2024, 07:09 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,527
Posted By glwinger
Yes, the OP wants to solve a problem, but wants...

Yes, the OP wants to solve a problem, but wants to use a bandaid repair.

He refuses to spend the money to fix it properly.
With all the heat trapped under the rear of the coach, it is a fire...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-23-2024, 06:58 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,296
Posted By glwinger
The FL DMV is responsible for the screw up. Sound...

The FL DMV is responsible for the screw up. Sound like they are making excuses for their mistakes.

If you have all the paper work, signed contract, bill of sale and registration, the DMV should be...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-22-2024, 05:28 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 9,683
Posted By glwinger
We also have multiple outside motion lights....

We also have multiple outside motion lights. Timers on the inside set randomly in different rooms, even the lights in the basement will come on at different times.

A call to out local police...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-22-2024, 09:01 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 9,683
Posted By glwinger
We had a semi-abandoned house near us. It was...

We had a semi-abandoned house near us. It was bought by an out of state flipping company. The grass was 2 feet high. All of sudden the grass was cut and lights in the house were on. We figured the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-21-2024, 07:07 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,609
Posted By glwinger
I wouldn't worry so much about the studs. But the...

I wouldn't worry so much about the studs. But the threads on the nuts could be damaged (partially stripped). The nuts are a lot softer than the stud.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-21-2024, 06:56 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,549
Posted By glwinger
I was talking about a small battery powered leaf...

I was talking about a small battery powered leaf blower. Lot's of air to clean the roof, awning and campsite.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-20-2024, 07:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,609
Posted By glwinger
We have good tire shop. They run the the nuts on...

We have good tire shop. They run the the nuts on with an impact until they seated and then break out the torque wrench. The only unsure problem is how they take care of the torque wrench.

I...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-19-2024, 07:42 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,549
Posted By glwinger
A torque wrench. Even a cheap one is better than...

A torque wrench. Even a cheap one is better than nothing.
Duct tape and some tie wraps.
A small handheld battery operated blower. Much better than using air pump.
I have one that uses the same...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-19-2024, 07:07 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,296
Posted By glwinger
We went through the same thing when we bought my...

We went through the same thing when we bought my wife's car. The title only showed my name even though we both signed the papers and the title application showed both names.

The dealer told us it...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-18-2024, 06:46 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,296
Posted By glwinger
One problem I can see is that it was consignment...

One problem I can see is that it was consignment sale. The dealer did not own the unit and really does not have to make any repairs. Basically considered a third party "as is" sale unless the sales...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-17-2024, 08:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,254
Posted By glwinger
If you read the specifications, it states it has...

If you read the specifications, it states it has an R3 value per inch. Since this stuff appears to be about a 1/4 inch thick, you would need 4 layers to achieve an R3 value.

Another thing to...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-16-2024, 07:45 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,527
Posted By glwinger
We have truck repair shop near us that advertises...

We have truck repair shop near us that advertises work on OTR trucks, buses, trailers and motorhomes.

They have the equipment to work on these large vehicles.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-16-2024, 06:16 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,527
Posted By glwinger
Hard to believe it passed a DOT inspection with...

Hard to believe it passed a DOT inspection with part of the exhaust missing.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-15-2024, 04:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 495
Posted By glwinger
I saw that happen with a power company utility...

I saw that happen with a power company utility truck on the PA turnpike, pulling a trailer with a large roll of wire on it. The trailer came off the pintle hook, crossed two lanes of traffic and went...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-15-2024, 04:42 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,527
Posted By glwinger
From the looks of that muffler, there isn't much...

From the looks of that muffler, there isn't much metal left to weld to, let alone clamp something on to it. By the time they grind all the rust off, you may end up with more damage.
All that heat...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-15-2024, 09:17 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,527
Posted By glwinger
I feel repairing a rusty, cracked muffler is an...

I feel repairing a rusty, cracked muffler is an accident waiting to happen. What happens when it drops off and creates a hazard on the road?
As far as the diesel exhaust lasting longer, they are...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-14-2024, 06:48 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,527
Posted By glwinger
The OP said his muffler is rusted and cracked....

The OP said his muffler is rusted and cracked. Trying to weld anything to it may cause more damage.

Just replace both at the same time.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-14-2024, 09:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 625
Posted By glwinger
Carfax is a joke. Very seldom is it accurate. I...

Carfax is a joke. Very seldom is it accurate. I took my truck to a reputable body shop because I backed into a post. Only damage was the rear bumper ($1400) and I paid out of pocket for the repair. I...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-14-2024, 08:00 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,527
Posted By glwinger
A missing tailpipe and rusty muffler are a bigger...

A missing tailpipe and rusty muffler are a bigger problem. Fumes will get into the coach. The tailpipe is there to direct the exhaust out and away.

There is dead air (vacuum) behind the coach....
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-13-2024, 04:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 692
Posted By glwinger
#5 Crushed limestone as a base. If you have a...

#5 Crushed limestone as a base. If you have a asphalt paving company in your area, you could get asphalt millings as a top layer. Rent a portable compactor and tamp the top layer.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-13-2024, 04:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 500
Posted By glwinger
No matter what kind of insurance the renter has,...

No matter what kind of insurance the renter has, the final outcome is that since the car is still in your name, you are responsible.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-12-2024, 06:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 322
Posted By glwinger
Most are sealed with butyl tape. If you're...

Most are sealed with butyl tape. If you're concerned about water infiltration, you can use a bead of ProFlex sealant around the edges.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-11-2024, 04:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,515
Posted By glwinger
Chances are the unrestricted is pertaining to...

Chances are the unrestricted is pertaining to what the land can be used for.
ie: residential, commercial, agriculture, industrial or a mix, etc.
Basically zoning free land.
As far as the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-07-2024, 08:08 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,135
Posted By glwinger
We have a trip planned from Pittsburgh to...

We have a trip planned from Pittsburgh to Jacksonville. Two overnighters about 350 miles apart and the last leg is 175 miles.

I reserved pull throughs for the first two stops. Probably won't even...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-03-2024, 05:53 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,828
Posted By glwinger
1/4 cup of unscented laundry detergent (or Dawn)...

1/4 cup of unscented laundry detergent (or Dawn) and 1/4 cup of fabric softener. Fill it half way and take it for a ride. Let it sit for a few hours. Drain it and fill again with water. It will take...
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