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Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-04-2023, 05:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,144
Posted By Bowtie Jim
What about opening the sunroof so it's only open...

What about opening the sunroof so it's only open on the back side ?
I do know if you open it all the way it creates some turbulence .
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-31-2023, 03:59 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,680
Posted By Bowtie Jim
What's your payload? Max hitch weight? Have...

What's your payload?
Max hitch weight?
Have fun in the wind.
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Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-31-2023, 10:37 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,536
Posted By Bowtie Jim
I traded my 2022 High Country 6.2 for 2023. Same...

I traded my 2022 High Country 6.2 for 2023. Same options.
2022 sticker was $70k. 2023 sticker was $78k.
I do like the 23 better though.
Forum: Boondocking 07-20-2023, 11:38 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,828
Posted By Bowtie Jim
It's true. Really, it's not like this place is...

It's true.
Really, it's not like this place is secluded or very remote. I can be in downtown Wall in 5 minutes.
Forum: Boondocking 07-19-2023, 06:39 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,828
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Of course that explains it.[emoji45]

Of course that explains it.[emoji45]
Forum: Boondocking 07-19-2023, 12:21 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,828
Posted By Bowtie Jim
I don't think too many people knew about this...

I don't think too many people knew about this place 5-6 years ago.
I found out about it 3 years ago on you tube. I think it was changing lanes but I can't remember. They didn't really disclose the...
Forum: Boondocking 07-16-2023, 04:45 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,828
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Thanks Bobby

Thanks Bobby
Forum: Boondocking 07-16-2023, 11:31 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,828
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Getting ready to head to the Badlands boondocking...

Getting ready to head to the Badlands boondocking site for our third straight year.
Anyone else been there recently? Bobby F.?
Is it still pretty crowded during the week?
Timing the trip for the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-23-2022, 05:31 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 7,605
Posted By Bowtie Jim
If you want to the most tender ribs..... I cook...

If you want to the most tender ribs.....
I cook them in the oven in a cake pan with foil over it at 225° for 5-6 hours.
Then toss them on the grill with your favorite bbq sauce for 20 minutes.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-18-2022, 10:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,125
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Montana High Country are nice looking outside and...

Montana High Country are nice looking outside and inside376672376673
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-12-2022, 02:14 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,848
Posted By Bowtie Jim
You meant "There's no replacement for...

You meant "There's no replacement for displacement."
Forum: Boondocking 09-01-2022, 06:52 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,828
Posted By Bowtie Jim
We are here now. Lots of rigs maybe 50 -60 ....

We are here now. Lots of rigs maybe 50 -60 . Looks like the north entrance is good. South is good too.
It's hot. 95 yesterday and 100 today.
Nice breeze but not too windy..
Here's the sunrise this...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-30-2022, 11:15 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,412
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Paralysis by analysis. It's getting gas....

Paralysis by analysis.
It's getting gas. Pretty easy to do.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-30-2022, 10:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,885
Posted By Bowtie Jim
That person is basically taking your life into...

That person is basically taking your life into his hands having that much bs behind a 1/2 ton, should you cross paths, IMO.
I've had several 1/2 ton Chevys. I mean at least a dozen.
First off, a...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-29-2022, 09:49 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 17,645
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Not according to my wife[emoji54]

Not according to my wife[emoji54]
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-29-2022, 06:56 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 17,645
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Just took a trip from Minnesota to Wyoming with...

Just took a trip from Minnesota to Wyoming with the 6.2 10 spd.
800 miles towing my 25 ft TT. Around 6000 lbs loaded. First long distance trip with the 6.2. We are in the Bighorns.
15-25 mph...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-22-2022, 02:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,468
Posted By Bowtie Jim
It's not dangerous at all. The only problem is...

It's not dangerous at all.
The only problem is if it rains.
You're 4wd truck with street tires will not have any traction on the greasy mud .
Simple though, if it rains or is going to rain, don't...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-21-2022, 04:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,468
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Thanks for the report. Forecast looks to be dry...

Thanks for the report.
Forecast looks to be dry the next 10 days so it's looking good.
Thanks Buddy[emoji112]
Forum: Boondocking 08-21-2022, 09:05 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,828
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Anyone stay here recently?

Anyone stay here recently?
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-21-2022, 08:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,468
Posted By Bowtie Jim
If anyone is heading that way this week please...

If anyone is heading that way this week please give a report.
I will give my report when I'm there.
BobbyF?
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-20-2022, 05:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,468
Posted By Bowtie Jim
I would ask the weatherman, but he never returns...

I would ask the weatherman, but he never returns my calls[emoji848]
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-19-2022, 06:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,468
Posted By Bowtie Jim
I'm planning on staying for a night on Aug 31st....

I'm planning on staying for a night on Aug 31st. Hope it stays dry.
I'm hoping for clear skies light winds and temps on the 80s during the day and 60s at night.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-18-2022, 05:23 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 12,159
Posted By Bowtie Jim
I have had regular tp not work out so great. I...

I have had regular tp not work out so great. I use rv tp.
Big deal if it costs a little more. I've never had an issue using it.
Not worth it to me to save a buck or two and have it clog up the...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-16-2022, 05:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 814
Posted By Bowtie Jim
I just had this happen last week. Yuck. Mine is...

I just had this happen last week. Yuck.
Mine is drained now. I don't need to haul six more gallons of water. 50 lbs is 50 lbs. , it all adds up.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-15-2022, 06:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 759
Posted By Bowtie Jim
State Park maintenance

Just spent a few days at a State Park in Central Minnesota. Around $45 a night after taxes and fees.
It's an older Park built in the 1920s and 30s. It's really starting to show its age.
I've stayed...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-15-2022, 02:55 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,128
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Thanks Ray. 373800

Thanks Ray.
373800
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-15-2022, 02:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 354
Posted By Bowtie Jim
A little blast of air at not too high of pressure...

A little blast of air at not too high of pressure into the combustion chamber and a black cloud came out.
Then a shot in the tube for a few seconds, then another shot in the cc.
It roared to life...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-13-2022, 04:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 354
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Thanks Old Biscuit I'll try that

Thanks Old Biscuit I'll try that
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-12-2022, 03:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 354
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Water heater issue

The flame is leaving soot on the side of my TT. The flame is almost all orange. Not much blue.
Any ideas???373460
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-11-2022, 01:56 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,128
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Let's just keep it to what I asked. Let's see...

Let's just keep it to what I asked.
Let's see your flag lit up at night.
If you don't fly your flag at night lit up, then just don't respond. I don't care why you don't. Not the question I asked.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-11-2022, 11:46 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,128
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Never realized I would strike a nerve. I don't...

Never realized I would strike a nerve. I don't care.
I am as patriotic as it gets. If you don't like my flag lit up at night, too bad.
I never said anything about etiquette.
I drive Chevy trucks,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-11-2022, 09:22 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,128
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Displaying the US Flag at night

I have a simple 3x5 flag mounted on the front corner of my TT.
At night I have a Makita flashlight shining up on it .
If you display the flag at night please light it up.
Not to mention it looks...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-09-2022, 09:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,042
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Consider one of these. They are technically a...

Consider one of these.
They are technically a fish house on wheels but here in Minnesota people use them all year long.


https://icecastlefh.com/product/8-x-17v-rv
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-08-2022, 02:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,067
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Me too. When I drove my big lifted Chevy I had...

Me too.
When I drove my big lifted Chevy I had a 13" drop hitch on it to tow my cargo trailer. I left it on all the time so when I get ass ended they don't go way under the truck 373145
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-07-2022, 02:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 954
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Drive an hour down to Galveston. There are 7 rv...

Drive an hour down to Galveston. There are 7 rv parks according to google.
It's on the Gulf, lots to see and do, great eating if you like seafood, nice people.
I haven't been there in a while but...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-07-2022, 05:51 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 17,645
Posted By Bowtie Jim
I'm not too worried which truck cost more to run....

I'm not too worried which truck cost more to run.
Yes if you want a 6.2 you have to get an LTZ or a High Country. Some Trail Boss trucks have the 6.2 also.
I use ethanol free 93 in my 6.2. $4.69...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-06-2022, 07:25 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 17,645
Posted By Bowtie Jim
93 in the 6.2 88 in the 5.3

93 in the 6.2
88 in the 5.3
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-05-2022, 07:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 951
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Cable TV gone. Now it's wi fi

Just made reservations at the place we usually stay in Wyoming. They got rid of the cable at each campsite. Now they have streaming wifi.
I'm used to hooking up a piece of coax to the post and...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-05-2022, 03:07 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 17,645
Posted By Bowtie Jim
I have both. A 2022 LTD LTZ 5.3 8 spd and a 2022...

I have both. A 2022 LTD LTZ 5.3 8 spd and a 2022 High Country 6.2 10 spd.
Both are crew cab shortys with 3.23s
Big difference between the two.
The 6.2 will smoke the tires off the 5.3.
The 5.3...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-03-2022, 08:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,578
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Campgrounds less crowded nowadays

Seems that way to me here in MN.
What are you seeing?
I'm sure the primo campgrounds are still packed but the less popular ones are only 10-25% full Monday thru Thursday. 75 % full on weekends is...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-02-2022, 02:19 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,641
Posted By Bowtie Jim
2" thick folder for 113,000 miles? That sounds...

2" thick folder for 113,000 miles?
That sounds like it was in the shop constantly.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-01-2022, 06:12 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 9,454
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Get a egg carton. Get a pile of sawdust. Get...

Get a egg carton.
Get a pile of sawdust.
Get some wax.
Fill the egg carton full of sawdust and pour the melted wax into each one.
Let it cool and you have 12 fire starters that work great
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-30-2022, 08:31 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 17,645
Posted By Bowtie Jim
2022 Silverado 1500 High Country 6.2 10 spd 3.23...

2022 Silverado 1500 High Country 6.2 10 spd 3.23 crew cab short bed.
25 Ft. Hornet TT 5000 dry 6200 ready to camp
I could go 100+mph if I wanted to , plenty of hp under the hood.
But that would...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-28-2022, 08:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,638
Posted By Bowtie Jim
I'd be out of water in 7 1/2 minutes [emoji16]

I'd be out of water in 7 1/2 minutes [emoji16]
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-28-2022, 11:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 568
Posted By Bowtie Jim
W D Hitch question

I have two holes in my reciever.
Looks like it was previously used in the position to keep the ball closer to the truck. Any benefits to using it in the other position?
My hitch weight is around...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-28-2022, 07:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,638
Posted By Bowtie Jim
I installed a new pump and I am happy this one is...

I installed a new pump and I am happy this one is pretty quiet.The price was good and it was a easy 10 minute install too.
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Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-26-2022, 07:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,224
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Pull out sofa sleeper conversion in Travel Trailer

I was thinking about pulling my sleep sofa(futon) out and putting a couple of recliners instead. I would probably bolt them to the same spot the sofa is
Or I may just get a 72" couch . This area is...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-18-2022, 08:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,638
Posted By Bowtie Jim
A year later and I think it finally quit on me....

A year later and I think it finally quit on me. It's not pumping at all now.
It's a Shurflo 45 psi 2.8 gal/min.
What's a quiet replacement?
I was thinking about a Shurflo 2088
...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-05-2022, 06:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,731
Posted By Bowtie Jim
I fell again. I liked the new LTZ so much I ...

I fell again.
I liked the new LTZ so much I
traded in my big lifted Chevy on a new High Country. I wouldn't have done it unless they gave me top buck for it. I was also going to wait for the...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 02-21-2022, 03:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,459
Posted By Bowtie Jim
Hondas make great motorcycles. Trucks for...

Hondas make great motorcycles.
Trucks for towing travel trailers?
Not so much. IMO.
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