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Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-24-2023, 04:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 764
Posted By vroom_vroom
East to west routes in winter

Curious from people have made east/west runs lately what’s the better road option. We are relocating from Las Vegas to central Ohio after the first of the year. I have my 1 ton duramax and a 34 ft...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-26-2023, 03:04 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,943
Posted By vroom_vroom
Never understood why everyone goes for a 3/4...

Never understood why everyone goes for a 3/4 truck. The 1 ton rides the same just has a bigger overload spring and rides the same, but you get the addition of more capacity.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-21-2023, 07:32 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,088
Posted By vroom_vroom
Take this for what it’s worth as my experience is...

Take this for what it’s worth as my experience is with a l5p dmax,

I daily mine 1 ton to work. It’s 7 miles each way with part of it on the freeway. When it kicks into a re gen if you don’t...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-01-2023, 01:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,653
Posted By vroom_vroom
Been dragging mine around for 4 years and it’s...

Been dragging mine around for 4 years and it’s stored in camper cooking in Vegas. Still going strong.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 02-27-2023, 02:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 209
Posted By vroom_vroom
Look up busted knuckles rv service. Guys do solid...

Look up busted knuckles rv service. Guys do solid work.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-21-2023, 02:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,584
Posted By vroom_vroom
Last vehicle I sold was pretty deep into the...

Last vehicle I sold was pretty deep into the territory of most don’t have that kind of cash.
Sold it privately and the buyer had his credit union give him a loan. Was not a fan of the idea but was...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-20-2023, 02:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,435
Posted By vroom_vroom
Really? We dry camp 90% of the time and loved...

Really? We dry camp 90% of the time and loved it. Ended up playing around with water restrictions in the head and found a very nice balance. Otherwise the dw ended up filling the gray tank too fast....
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-20-2023, 02:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,012
Posted By vroom_vroom
Gen-Y, Air ride or Shocker

Bought a shocker for our new (at the time) camper and while it’s not bad I don’t care for it for a camper. Car trailers and what not it’s awesome!

The combination of going back to friction bars...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-13-2023, 03:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 748
Posted By vroom_vroom
It was fantastic before ATT bought them out....

It was fantastic before ATT bought them out. Dumped them after they buyout. Became problematic and customers service went to garbage.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-11-2023, 07:18 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,867
Posted By vroom_vroom
Talk to me about dish

Put in a 12 plug and run a tiny inverter. My main tv is a 12v so I’m in the same boat. The amount of power draw from the box is very little. Should be able to get away with a 75w inverter.
Shame the...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-10-2023, 05:47 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,867
Posted By vroom_vroom
So what’s the difference between the Wally and...

So what’s the difference between the Wally and the hopper? I have a limited amount of space for a receiver so if one is smaller than the other that’s pretty appealing.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-06-2023, 05:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,523
Posted By vroom_vroom
Well you have the opposite problem I do, I have a...

Well you have the opposite problem I do, I have a switch that controls nothing🤦*♂️
Forum: Keystone 01-03-2023, 08:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 360
Posted By vroom_vroom
Well that’s the “universal” style for frame size....

Well that’s the “universal” style for frame size. It’s works on most, fit my shadow cruiser no issue. Also has better resale on the back end as it works with a wider variety of trailers.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-02-2023, 07:12 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,867
Posted By vroom_vroom
I don’t think the equipment cost is out of reason...

I don’t think the equipment cost is out of reason for the star link. Was under the impression is was a couple grand but that’s for the mobile thing and that’s not what we are talking about.

There...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-02-2023, 02:18 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,867
Posted By vroom_vroom
I’ll be honest I didn’t realize the price for the...

I’ll be honest I didn’t realize the price for the starling dish was as low as it is! That’s a real contender, can the service be paused when not in use?
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-02-2023, 12:52 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,867
Posted By vroom_vroom
The upfront investment is a no go, but it is the...

The upfront investment is a no go, but it is the best all around option. As much as we do camp it’s still not enough to justify, and there is usually no cell service. I agree however it would be the...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 01-02-2023, 04:54 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,867
Posted By vroom_vroom
Talk to me about dish

Looking for someone to talk to me about local channels with dish. I’m debating between a fta or the dish setup. I understand I can get the local pack with dish but will my home local channels follow...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-17-2022, 02:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,797
Posted By vroom_vroom
Have you ever been on vacation with a toddler?...

Have you ever been on vacation with a toddler? There is only so much sight seeing they will put up with. Don’t plan on being in the camper except for the evenings but they have a pool/splash pad/...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 11-16-2022, 02:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,967
Posted By vroom_vroom
We make the 93 run to the 318 for Ely in January....

We make the 93 run to the 318 for Ely in January. Weather isn’t all that common. Past Alamo to Pioche has more potential for weather the 318 is quicker to Vegas as a side step.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 11-16-2022, 09:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,967
Posted By vroom_vroom
If you take that be on the lookout for the old...

If you take that be on the lookout for the old abandoned 93 on the other side of Pahranagat. You don’t see it unless your looking for it but cool if you spot it. Road was closed in the early 60s.
...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-15-2022, 06:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,797
Posted By vroom_vroom
the j bar ranch looks much more of my idea, the...

the j bar ranch looks much more of my idea, the wife is caught up in all the restaurants at the koa (its the resort one) i dont plan on going to :rofl: but they have a bar so ill probably end up...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-15-2022, 08:04 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,797
Posted By vroom_vroom
KOA thoughts @ Mt. Rushmore

Looking for some opinions on KOA. Admittedly we have never stayed at a “rv park” always been into boon docking or state parks.

The wife wants to go to mt rushmore and I’m all for it but she wants...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 11-13-2022, 01:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,262
Posted By vroom_vroom
Looking for input on scratched aluminum rims

That’s not as bad as you make it sound(if they are not clear coated that is) A drill attachment and a decent polish will take all of the small scratches out. blue magic and a polishing ball will...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 11-11-2022, 09:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 548
Posted By vroom_vroom
Las vegas searchlight need help!!!

They have found someone to help!

Fwiw we are local to Vegas so if anyone ends up in a pickle out here we are usually around to help out for whoever stumbles on this in the future.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-10-2022, 12:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,893
Posted By vroom_vroom
8.1L Spark Plug Issues

I have sent them in but if you make a call to the manufacturer they will most definitely talk to you about there product and how to tell if it’s a fake.

When I got stuck with it last it was a set...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 11-09-2022, 11:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 935
Posted By vroom_vroom
this is the route i have ran before, and its just...

this is the route i have ran before, and its just a overnight stopping on that trip. we are headed to bfe of central ohio but its more about the destination as travel time is limited to 3 days each...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 11-08-2022, 11:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 935
Posted By vroom_vroom
Any thoughts on throwing 70 into the option list?

Any thoughts on throwing 70 into the option list?
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 11-07-2022, 07:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 935
Posted By vroom_vroom
East to west routes vs mpg?

So our big summer trip next year is a run from Vegas to Ohio for a couple weeks to visit family. Started thinking about the logistics and the early states of planning. Is any of the east/west routes...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 11-07-2022, 11:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,459
Posted By vroom_vroom
They make a bearing packer…………..

They make a bearing packer…………..
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-05-2022, 06:11 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 19,008
Posted By vroom_vroom
So the first stupid thought that popped into my...

So the first stupid thought that popped into my head when I read this was “dunno that’s on the wife’s chore list” also brought me to, perhaps she should be in charge of dumping as it’s pretty much...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 11-03-2022, 10:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,893
Posted By vroom_vroom
8.1L Spark Plug Issues

Did the op buy his spark plugs from rock auto or Amazon. If so they are counterfeit. They burn out very quickly as it’s not made with the metal you are paying for.




Always buy the Taylor’s or...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-30-2022, 01:39 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,063
Posted By vroom_vroom
Buy gas and diesel every week. Hasn’t gone down...

Buy gas and diesel every week. Hasn’t gone down in vegas either.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-24-2022, 11:29 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 10,004
Posted By vroom_vroom
Only had one in utah, someone snatched my sewer...

Only had one in utah, someone snatched my sewer elbow that my wife watched me put away. If that’s what you really need to steal I guess things must have been sketchy lol.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-23-2022, 11:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,124
Posted By vroom_vroom
Not sure if it’s across all brands but I know the...

Not sure if it’s across all brands but I know the gm 1500s have the small fuel filler neck (unlike the hd trucks) Can’t use the truck stop pumps if you have a rig big enough to warrant. Just a random...
Forum: Vintage RV's 10-23-2022, 04:53 AM
Replies: 26,539
Views: 2,506,221
Posted By vroom_vroom
Can never sleep on a roll out morning so coffee...

Can never sleep on a roll out morning so coffee is a going before 4am. headed out to lake mead with a high of 69 for the day!

Love this thread for some reason so I thought I’d jump in! (Perhaps...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-12-2022, 04:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 585
Posted By vroom_vroom
If you can get one of the smaller antennas in the...

If you can get one of the smaller antennas in the roof it works just fine. Have had mine there in the last two units and no problem. Just too cheap to buy the roof mount one.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-09-2022, 07:40 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 5,671
Posted By vroom_vroom
Granted I might be a little young for this but...

Granted I might be a little young for this but wasn’t gas still around 2 bucks when we didn’t allow us exports on oil?
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-25-2022, 05:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 782
Posted By vroom_vroom
His book is worth the buy as well.

His book is worth the buy as well.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-24-2022, 09:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,016
Posted By vroom_vroom
Well at least the temps have dropped out here and...

Well at least the temps have dropped out here and it’s not over 100. Honestly depends how bad it’s leaking. If you roll the dice bring enough to refill your coolant system and the stop leak. If they...
Forum: Just Conversation 09-23-2022, 05:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 459
Posted By vroom_vroom
Panguitch gets punished by In the winter. Love...

Panguitch gets punished by In the winter. Love spending the summers up on the mountain there but the people are odd. But I have yet to have a normal interaction in that state so maybe I’m the common...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-19-2022, 09:24 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,871
Posted By vroom_vroom
Might have something to do with another 80k irs...

Might have something to do with another 80k irs agents coming for us.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-18-2022, 05:31 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,871
Posted By vroom_vroom
The rolling coal morons need to be taken to the...

The rolling coal morons need to be taken to the animal foundation and fixed. There a bunch of morons that draw unwanted attention (and now everyone in the auto community suffers for it)
There’s...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-11-2022, 10:15 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 14,442
Posted By vroom_vroom
I’d have to re watch the video we put out but I...

I’d have to re watch the video we put out but I believe 244 oil temp @88 degrees ambient was the highest we got it and the temp cycles any time the load shifts on the generator.

The high temp...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-11-2022, 10:02 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,720
Posted By vroom_vroom
Yup. It’s not just your dookie your standing in...

Yup. It’s not just your dookie your standing in and your hose and connectors are all laying in. It’s not what one dumping I’m concerned about.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-11-2022, 03:24 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,720
Posted By vroom_vroom
Gloves or No Gloves?

Disposable gloves are a must here, not in a hurry to get nasty all over the cab of my truck sanitizer or not.

However saw a guy in front of me a couple weeks ago at the dump station go without,...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 09-11-2022, 02:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,326
Posted By vroom_vroom
I have the same issue over my outdoor kitchen....

I have the same issue over my outdoor kitchen. The tape is a remarkable disappointment in my climate but high temp rtv over the joint has been a good solution. Just have to get it thick enough to do...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 09-11-2022, 02:00 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,456
Posted By vroom_vroom
How much of an issue is this on trailer? Can’t...

How much of an issue is this on trailer? Can’t say I have heard much about it but it’s also pretty common for big tow pigs to have dual alternators. Wonder if that has an impact?
Forum: Forum 101 | Announcements | Forum Concerns 09-11-2022, 01:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 400
Posted By vroom_vroom
This is a welcome find! Get out from under the...

This is a welcome find! Get out from under the tapatalk app. Such a pain!
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-10-2022, 10:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,135
Posted By vroom_vroom
I have to do it on occasion to get it to where it...

I have to do it on occasion to get it to where it needs to be in our driveway from the street. Even more so if there are other cars parked out. Most of the situations are caused by the poor turning...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-09-2022, 09:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,354
Posted By vroom_vroom
Fwiw we always fill the tank then turn on the...

Fwiw we always fill the tank then turn on the pump to pressurize the system. This fills the hot water tank and give it a little head room. If not I lose some on the first freeway on ramp when it...
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