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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-04-2024, 05:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 314
Posted By Tskadberg
I had luck when I switched brands. I used rainX

I had luck when I switched brands. I used rainX
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-01-2024, 04:27 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,589
Posted By Tskadberg
Don’t most diesels have a second system to slow...

Don’t most diesels have a second system to slow down that isn’t brake pads on metal? J brakes or what have you? I certainly hear them being used a lot, I’ve never driven one so I don’t know how they...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-29-2024, 04:55 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,589
Posted By Tskadberg
It’s the “race” down the hill which I always see...

It’s the “race” down the hill which I always see the diesels win.

Going up the grapevine heading west my 22,000 # f53 kept up with the big boys. Even over took a few after getting stuck behind...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-10-2024, 03:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 689
Posted By Tskadberg
I did my 2022. Takes time. Hardest part was...

I did my 2022. Takes time. Hardest part was getting the body panels off. Make sure you know how the little body panel clips work or you will destroy them when you take them out. Not a bad idea to...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-06-2024, 04:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,105
Posted By Tskadberg
Our 2022 plug in escape is like you described. I...

Our 2022 plug in escape is like you described. I use brake Buddy stealth it has no trouble pulling the brake hard enough to feel it in the RV. I adjust bake strength accordingly.
Forum: Going Green 12-31-2023, 05:40 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,918
Posted By Tskadberg
If I could do my build again I’d take into...

If I could do my build again I’d take into account phantom draw and the pull of an “idle” inverter. If you do have an inverter I wouldn’t over build that. They are most efficient when running at x %...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 12-31-2023, 05:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,225
Posted By Tskadberg
I have done it. To be extra safe I used a diode....

I have done it. To be extra safe I used a diode. But in theory not sure that is necessary.

Of note if the fan is already on then when you turn the furnace on it will not lite the burner. When...
Forum: RV'ing On A Budget 12-30-2023, 04:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,773
Posted By Tskadberg
3rd oarty

I’ve read that insured companies use 3rd parties to negotiate prices with pharmacies. These deals can involve clauses keeping pharmacies from even telling an insured customer the cash price. I’d...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 11-03-2023, 05:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,130
Posted By Tskadberg
I’ve had Google, Apple, rv life, and some trucker...

I’ve had Google, Apple, rv life, and some trucker app all route me under low bridges where the Garmin hasn’t. I do find the Garmin is less likely to ask me to take sharp turns or put me down a...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 11-01-2023, 04:54 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,199
Posted By Tskadberg
I don’t bother charging our plug in while ...

I don’t bother charging our plug in while traveling. But we are not full time. I did one long trip but after running over the $200 charger I realized it wasn’t worth it the headache.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-01-2023, 04:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 537
Posted By Tskadberg
No reason to not get the heat pump for your rv....

No reason to not get the heat pump for your rv. You still have a furnace. They won’t work under 40 degrees. They are nothing like the mini splits. Besides possible upfront cost there is an extra...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-31-2023, 04:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 883
Posted By Tskadberg
I second this advice. My brake system also...

I second this advice. My brake system also should give me an error code if the battery is dead. It senses the charge line and the battery line.

I also take a picture everyday of the dash saying...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-24-2023, 04:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,157
Posted By Tskadberg
I have the same but a 2023. I used roadmaster...

I have the same but a 2023. I used roadmaster base plate. Installed myself. No easy task getting the front end of the car off. Sadly you are suppose to check the bolts every 3000 miles. Which...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 10-21-2023, 07:57 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,287
Posted By Tskadberg
I run my whole 50amp rv through a victron 3000...

I run my whole 50amp rv through a victron 3000 watt inverter. I just don’t run more than one big thing at a time. So I pick between an AC or the microwave. I rarely have to run the generator to...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 10-21-2023, 07:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,350
Posted By Tskadberg
We have an electric off road golf cart UTV for...

We have an electric off road golf cart UTV for our property. When we switched it to lithium we put in half the amount of amp hours of the FLA batteries that came with it. We can go longer now than...
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 10-10-2023, 10:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 839
Posted By Tskadberg
The ones I got are very programmable with lots of...

The ones I got are very programmable with lots of options. And run almost silently. Fan only revs up if it has to. Even then quietly. And looks good.
Forum: Alpine Coach Owner's Forum 10-09-2023, 04:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 839
Posted By Tskadberg
I used this ...

I used this

https://acinfinity.com/component-cooling/cabinet-fan-systems/airplate-s5-home-theater-and-av-quiet-cabinet-cooling-fan-system-8-inch/
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 10-01-2023, 05:10 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 14,659
Posted By Tskadberg
I learned the hard way about cheap breakers,...

I learned the hard way about cheap breakers, lugs, and wire off Amazon. The breakers clearly just had less metal too them and wear making heat. The new ones from a reliable source were much heavier....
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-28-2023, 06:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,979
Posted By Tskadberg
This is one reason I like a brake system that...

This is one reason I like a brake system that gives me the ability to manually (press of a button) engage the toad brakes. I have the brake Buddy stealth which is not without problems but I’ve dealt...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2023, 08:03 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 10,533
Posted By Tskadberg
I get adding a buffer for uneven weight side to...

I get adding a buffer for uneven weight side to side. But adding a buffer for ambient temperature changes?

I can’t fathom that very single tire manufacture just happened to not consider that...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-18-2023, 08:00 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 10,533
Posted By Tskadberg
What about monitoring the tread depth to check...

What about monitoring the tread depth to check for abnormal wear?

Tire experts, would this inform one on correct tire pressure?

I get 4 corners is best but it is next to impossible for most...
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-18-2023, 07:05 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,731
Posted By Tskadberg
If you have a fiberglass roof and you get 3m 5200...

If you have a fiberglass roof and you get 3m 5200 and the correct VHB tape I think that’s rather bullet proof. If big if they are applied correctly.

I located 6 100 watt panels where I could...
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-16-2023, 05:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,731
Posted By Tskadberg
On a cold day there would be lines in the frost. ...

On a cold day there would be lines in the frost. I also had luck with stud finder. Also I have two roof AC units so that told me where 4 beams where. Also had the schematics someone shared in the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-13-2023, 12:35 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 10,533
Posted By Tskadberg
So how do you set your tire pressure?

So how do you set your tire pressure?
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-13-2023, 12:20 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 10,533
Posted By Tskadberg
You have me confused. I didn’t find a “old...

You have me confused. I didn’t find a “old document” google is filled with the exact same info. True no site I could find defined over inflation.

So what is your position? You can overinflated...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-12-2023, 09:10 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,244
Posted By Tskadberg
Thanks! Do you think one of these would...

Thanks!

Do you think one of these would help then?

https://genyhitch.com/product-category/boss-torsion-flex-drop-hitches/
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-11-2023, 04:48 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 10,533
Posted By Tskadberg
https://www.firestonecompleteautocare.com/blog/tir...

https://www.firestonecompleteautocare.com/blog/tires/what-if-you-overinflate-car-tires/
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-11-2023, 12:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,244
Posted By Tskadberg
My tow bar is hinged. I can move it a full 90...

My tow bar is hinged. I can move it a full 90 degrees to stow it away. I don’t see how the rv dipping would not be taken up by the hinge? Am
I missing something?

When I the do hit dips in the...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-11-2023, 09:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 445
Posted By Tskadberg
I don’t think it’s an option on the new chassis....

I don’t think it’s an option on the new chassis. No extra holes.
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-10-2023, 12:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 445
Posted By Tskadberg
Oops I was reading the wrong spec sheet. I too...

Oops I was reading the wrong spec sheet. I too have 2inch sway bars.

So you found no improvement from wind gust with the aux rear sway?
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-10-2023, 08:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 445
Posted By Tskadberg
Which sway bar to update

We have a 2020 F53 v8 22,000# I have added rear track, sumo, koni. My biggest complaint now is wind gust. I’m considering adding a aux rear sway. Or upgrading the front. Which would you do first?...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-10-2023, 07:50 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,285
Posted By Tskadberg
Rear track bar will likely have the biggest...

Rear track bar will likely have the biggest improvement on being blown around.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-09-2023, 04:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,155
Posted By Tskadberg
Do you have any insight into the difference...

Do you have any insight into the difference between the two in terms of real world results? Big price difference.
Forum: Vintage RV's 09-07-2023, 03:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,731
Posted By Tskadberg
I am extra careful. I found the support...

I am extra careful.

I found the support beams in the roof and attached to those when I could. I also used 3m VHB tape. I sanded down my textured fiber glass roof and used 3m primer. Then for...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-04-2023, 05:44 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 10,533
Posted By Tskadberg
Overinflated tires are a hazard that’s why. ...

Overinflated tires are a hazard that’s why.

Yes under inflated it worse. But over is not good.

My placard over inflates my very loaded rv my 10-15 psi.
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 09-04-2023, 02:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 964
Posted By Tskadberg
They lost me when they claimed the stuff can also...

They lost me when they claimed the stuff can also be used to clean carpets and everything else under the sun.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-01-2023, 02:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,127
Posted By Tskadberg
Because adding complexity increases failure...

Because adding complexity increases failure points. Which doesn’t increase resiliency it decreases it.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-29-2023, 09:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,295
Posted By Tskadberg
Hipcamp for unique options. Not a lot of big rig...

Hipcamp for unique options. Not a lot of big rig options on it.
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 08-27-2023, 10:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 732
Posted By Tskadberg
At one point I had truckmap try to route me under...

At one point I had truckmap try to route me under a 9 foot bridge.

Try going to Prouty Beach in Newport VT.

All the other phone apps also put me under that bridge.

Gamin has never tried...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-21-2023, 10:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,022
Posted By Tskadberg
Be warned a ford dealer refused to replace a bad...

Be warned a ford dealer refused to replace a bad taillight because I had tapped into the wiring. They cost hundreds. No way to replace bulbs.

We have a roadmaster plate for our 2022 phev...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-14-2023, 08:13 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,296
Posted By Tskadberg
How is a campground with a water park, ice cream,...

How is a campground with a water park, ice cream, bounce pillows, miniature golf, cartoon characters walking around, and playgrounds NOT kid centric?

Not that there is anything wrong with being...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-09-2023, 09:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,338
Posted By Tskadberg
I have it helps but know sound is coming from...

I have it helps but know sound is coming from many other places. On our rig the dash top and the stairs are some weak links. Lots of road noise from the stairs.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 08-09-2023, 07:10 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,296
Posted By Tskadberg
The water park I believe is shut down in...

The water park I believe is shut down in September. Might be open on weekends. When water park is open it’s packed with kids.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-31-2023, 06:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,261
Posted By Tskadberg
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Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 07-31-2023, 06:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,261
Posted By Tskadberg
I had this problem. Two units went through 4 fan...

I had this problem. Two units went through 4 fan blades. Durning a bounce while driving they were hitting the small black tank. I could see the scrap marks. Took months of fighting with Airxcel....
Forum: Electric RVs and EV Charging 07-20-2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,875
Posted By Tskadberg
I replaced mine through Ford 75 amh battery fits...

I replaced mine through Ford 75 amh battery fits perfectly. No issues since.
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 06-14-2023, 02:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 148
Posted By Tskadberg
I had a similar concern I added a switch, it’s in...

I had a similar concern I added a switch, it’s in the freezer. With the right switch fairly simple to add to the heating element. But not sure it’s a great idea. If you end up with ice build up you...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-07-2023, 07:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,681
Posted By Tskadberg
I went with this logic. I got a super efficient...

I went with this logic. I got a super efficient small inverter. What I didn’t couldn’t on is that when the compressor kicks in there is an short but high amp draw which killed my little inverter. ...
Forum: Outdoors RV Owner's Forum 04-25-2023, 01:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,697
Posted By Tskadberg
I couldn’t see the link. Is it removable so that...

I couldn’t see the link. Is it removable so that you can drain the line for winterizing?
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-21-2023, 05:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,330
Posted By Tskadberg
They check part numbers each new model year to...

They check part numbers each new model year to see if the design has changed. Some different parts must be on the 2023.
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