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Forum: Vintage RV's 04-20-2018, 08:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 725
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Here is a little more info. I have the portable...

Here is a little more info.
I have the portable Gen plugged
into the shore power cord.
Also use it for electrical as needed around camp.
Until yesterday, no issues. We were gone most of the...
Forum: Vintage RV's 04-20-2018, 07:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 725
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Sorry, I did however I thought mention it is a...

Sorry, I did however I thought mention it is a p30
chassis.
Forum: Vintage RV's 04-20-2018, 02:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 725
Posted By bjcarpetguy
battery disconnect

Hey all. Been awhile. But am having a battery issue.
Dealing with1987 Holiday Rambler on a
chassis.
so here goes.
We are boondocking at the
here in Quartzsite.
Came home yesterday
and when...
Forum: Full-Timers 12-27-2016, 08:18 PM
Replies: 293
Views: 51,048
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Been full time since Spring of 2009. Though...

Been full time since Spring of 2009. Though seems like every other year I get stuck in Washington for a year and not on the road.
We still live in the MH full time though.
Hope to finish a...
Forum: Vintage RV's 08-28-2016, 10:18 PM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,772
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Almost done with roof repair. Last winter we put...

Almost done with roof repair. Last winter we put up with 4 separate leaks.
One above passenger seat from the Old Sat Dish, One from the Bat Wing, one in vent in kitchen area, and the other...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-17-2016, 09:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,546
Posted By bjcarpetguy
I have found that any parks that won't take us...

I have found that any parks that won't take us with our 87 Holiday Rambler MH, we either don't want to stay at or can't afford them anyway.
There are a lot of parks that will take older RV's.
Good...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-15-2016, 10:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 666
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Condensation question

Hello to everyone, been awhile since I have asked anything on here. Tried search but did not see answer that fit.
I have an older 34 foot Class A MH that Wife and I live in full time.
We have...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-07-2016, 09:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 717
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Smile AC Question

Hi all, have run into a problem with my AC units. We are plugged into Shore Power, 30 Amp. When we turn on the AC we get a warning light showing Low Power. And neither one will power up.

This...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-19-2016, 10:40 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 9,611
Posted By bjcarpetguy
As someone who falls into several of the above...

As someone who falls into several of the above categories, I have seen quite a diverse grouping of folks who by government standards are homeless.
We get past that issue by using a relatives...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 02-03-2016, 10:52 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 16,309
Posted By bjcarpetguy
We have 5 small Chi's. They are aggressive. We...

We have 5 small Chi's. They are aggressive. We put them on harness and leashes any time they are out. What I hate is we'll stop at a beach and we'll take the dogs for their walks. No less than...
Forum: Just Conversation 02-03-2016, 09:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,928
Posted By bjcarpetguy
I was in Home Depot today. I was on an isle by...

I was in Home Depot today. I was on an isle by myself, picking out some moulding. They keep a cart in that isle that is used to cut specific lengths. Well wasn't more than 10 or 15 feet from an...
Forum: Full-Timers 09-26-2015, 02:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,839
Posted By bjcarpetguy
There is some places on the East Coast I would...

There is some places on the East Coast I would like to see. Looks like you are having fun. We are over 6 years in. Thanks for your Service.
Forum: Just Conversation 09-26-2015, 01:19 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,949
Posted By bjcarpetguy
I would have no problem of someone asking me to...

I would have no problem of someone asking me to turn ours off. However as you approached our MH, my five Chi's are going to go nuts and wake up the entire camp ground, but hey that is why I have...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-26-2015, 01:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,303
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Hope the Employee recovers.

Hope the Employee recovers.
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 08-29-2015, 03:32 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 11,941
Posted By bjcarpetguy
I have 5 Chihuahua's that live with us as we are...

I have 5 Chihuahua's that live with us as we are full timers. They do bark at anyone near are rigs. Its their instinct to protect what is theirs.
We do try and keep them as quiet as possible. We...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 08-29-2015, 03:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,825
Posted By bjcarpetguy
I have been around dogs all my life. I have only...

I have been around dogs all my life. I have only seen a few that just are naturally aggressive. The worst being a Corgie.
The other dogs, Rots, Pits, Shepards, Dobies, and so on are usually only...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-29-2015, 02:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,149
Posted By bjcarpetguy
All I can say id I had a 1998 Ranger ext Cab w/...

All I can say id I had a 1998 Ranger ext Cab w/ 4.0 L and Auto, Towed a 18 foot Bayliner with it. Did ok, except uphill. Tranny went out after a year. I would say get a good Half ton at the Least.
Forum: Just Conversation 08-29-2015, 02:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,680
Posted By bjcarpetguy
I don't usually think much about it, We take side...

I don't usually think much about it, We take side trips in our Expedition, where we tent camp at times. I will usually have an open bottle of Vodka in the back of the rig. I don't think most LEO's...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-29-2015, 02:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,632
Posted By bjcarpetguy
A few months back a friend from High School past...

A few months back a friend from High School past from cancer. He had just turned 60. MIL passed on the 15th from Lung Cancer, she was 64. I am glad for every day as we never know when that day...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-29-2015, 01:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,054
Posted By bjcarpetguy
It really is kind of scary that there are folks...

It really is kind of scary that there are folks walking around that are a special kind of stupid.
Forum: Boondocking 01-01-2015, 04:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,924
Posted By bjcarpetguy
It depends on where your at. A couple years ago...

It depends on where your at. A couple years ago was in Oakanogan Wa. and they had public showers at the city park. They were not very clean but was only couple Quarters.


A lot of RV parks...
Forum: Just Conversation 11-04-2014, 07:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,693
Posted By bjcarpetguy
A salute to all who are serving and those of us...

A salute to all who are serving and those of us who have served. Still have a son in law serving, one who is getting out on a medical, Took a bullet in Afghanistan. And my Grandson who is a medic...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-04-2014, 07:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,104
Posted By bjcarpetguy
If you need some parts or info, besides here just...

If you need some parts or info, besides here just south of you at Baydos in Chehalis stop in and ask for PJ he is the Service Manager and my ex Son in Law. good kid and really knows his stuff. Tell...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-04-2014, 07:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,760
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Am in Quartzsite and I see 40 to 50 going by some...

Am in Quartzsite and I see 40 to 50 going by some down to Yuma but the areas around town are starting to fill faster this season than two years ago.
Forum: Boondocking 11-04-2014, 07:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,496
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Quartzsite 2014

Hello to everyone. Hope that everybody having a good start to the fall and winter season.

Was wondering if anyone has a planned get together for Irv2 members this season?

We are in La...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 09-25-2014, 04:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 884
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Hey thanks for this information. We are in Big...

Hey thanks for this information. We are in Big Fork Mt, and had planned on leaving today for the south. Plan on doing at Arches and Bryce on our trip to Az. We have a 34 foot Mh and will be...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-24-2014, 06:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,225
Posted By bjcarpetguy
I have seen it a lot when there are open Showers....

I have seen it a lot when there are open Showers. People will pull in shower and then split. There are people who just think rules don't apply.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-24-2014, 06:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,225
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Mike I would be interested on Info for an all...

Mike I would be interested on Info for an all state CCW. Because to my knowledge they don't exist, as there are several states on the East Coast where just owning a firearm can be considered...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 08-24-2014, 03:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,016
Posted By bjcarpetguy
post reply

Hey Thanks Gunny will contact you when we are in that area again. Am really looking forward to getting back down there.
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 08-21-2014, 08:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,016
Posted By bjcarpetguy
wife and I prospect as much as possible. We will...

wife and I prospect as much as possible. We will be back in SW AZ by mid October. Would love to message you then and come out to see it.

In Western Wa now and going to Mt for a month MIL...
Forum: Workkamping & Volunteering 08-21-2014, 08:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,900
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Not familiar with the park, But Opening weekend...

Not familiar with the park, But Opening weekend of fishing season is almost like Quartzsite at peak.

Fishing is usually excellent, With some Hybrid Trout to 11 plus pounds.
Winter is going...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-21-2014, 08:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 648
Posted By bjcarpetguy
My thoughts go out to her Family. I Remember...

My thoughts go out to her Family. I Remember when I was eight, My Dad was home on Leave and took me to see the opening of The Sound of Music, Then afterward the
Ships were in Port on the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-18-2014, 07:39 PM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,141,314
Posted By bjcarpetguy
new tires.

Well after almost begging the manager at our local Les Schwabb to do a tire switch.

We bought a MH from a family member. Its a 1987 Holiday Rambler Imperial. Has Been well taken care of.
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-08-2014, 10:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 955
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Bob, I was a flooring sales and installation guy...

Bob, I was a flooring sales and installation guy for 30 years. Most flooring shops will have installers that will do installs in MH.
Most will want an Hourly rate as traditional yardage charges...
Forum: Vintage RV's 05-08-2014, 10:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 690
Posted By bjcarpetguy
New to us.

Upgraded the MH. Went from a 1987 Gulf Stream Sun Vista to a 1987 Holiday Rambler. Both are 34foot, Both P30 chasis with a 454.

The new one is just a lot nicer.

But now the work...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-08-2014, 11:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 670
Posted By bjcarpetguy
its the indicator lights at top of the refer. ...

its the indicator lights at top of the refer. However this morning no lights but seems to be working correctly. ie, refer cold freezer freezing. And yes we have 110 and 12 v as they should be.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-07-2014, 08:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 670
Posted By bjcarpetguy
dometic refer

Hey all, today we swapped out refers. Took Our Dometic 2820 out of our MH and put it in a MH we are buying. The one that was in it is shot. Ours has been working everyday since we bought it in...
Forum: Vintage RV's 05-04-2014, 05:07 PM
Replies: 6,924
Views: 1,230,772
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Well, I think I just made a deal with Uncle to...

Well, I think I just made a deal with Uncle to buy his 1987 Holiday Rambler MH. Our 1987 Gulf Stream has been a good old MH. But Think we need to upgrade.
Forum: Just Conversation 04-08-2014, 04:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,457
Posted By bjcarpetguy
When I was about 8 I was picking Strawberries out...

When I was about 8 I was picking Strawberries out side of Portland Or. Anyway the field was partly flat and then rose up a hill and continued on.

Well heard this loud noise and looked up to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-08-2014, 04:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,988
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Bought one from Lowes. It is a Victor 2X. Got...

Bought one from Lowes. It is a Victor 2X. Got the first one for the SB Garage. Put it in the Pantry and rodents were gone very soon.

Now have one in the MH. And having been parked for a...
Forum: Full-Timers 03-30-2014, 10:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,724
Posted By bjcarpetguy
My fulltime insurance is through Foremost, with...

My fulltime insurance is through Foremost, with Farmers as the Agent. It is about 650/year.
Covers the coach to about 10,000, and contents to 20,000. Does not include full coverage as it is too...
Forum: Full-Timers 03-30-2014, 10:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,135
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Well we have one outside cabinet that is 42...

Well we have one outside cabinet that is 42 inches wide and 38inches high and 24inches deep.
It is stocked to the gills. The Kitchen cabinets are left for spices, some cereals, and a few extras....
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 03-30-2014, 09:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 723
Posted By bjcarpetguy
3 more

Well Guess we goofed. For some reason we thought it a good Idea to let our Chi's have a litter. Well they had 4. one girl and 3 boys.

Figured we would go ahead and sell them. Well we did...
Forum: Just Conversation 03-30-2014, 09:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,432
Posted By bjcarpetguy
I know my Dad was there. We were in Portland. ...

I know my Dad was there. We were in Portland. He was at Ft Richardson. Said the whole section of 1st ave just dropped.

In 1967 he was stationed at Ft Wainwright in Fairbanks and I was...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-30-2014, 09:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,084
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Type of Oil

I have an '87 Gulf Stream with a 454. I am going to do oil change before hitting the road. Engine has about 60K.
What would be the recommendations for oil type.
Will be going to Eastern Wa,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-26-2014, 09:06 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 7,854
Posted By bjcarpetguy
In all the years I have camped first with...

In all the years I have camped first with parents, The Ex and kids, and the last 20 with my wife, the only thing we have lost was a duffel bag with some clothes and some Peanut Butter, and crackers. ...
Forum: RV'ing On A Budget 02-25-2014, 01:20 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 52,825
Posted By bjcarpetguy
I Hear from a lot of people about you must have x...

I Hear from a lot of people about you must have x amount per month to get by.
I get just over 1650.00/month for the wife and myself.
We have an older MH. Yeah I would love to have a new...
Forum: Full-Timers 02-25-2014, 01:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,576
Posted By bjcarpetguy
Biggest regret is I didn't do this about 20 years...

Biggest regret is I didn't do this about 20 years ago. But other than that none. Can't wait for PT to be done and weather to break to get "BACK ON THE ROAD AGAIN".
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 02-25-2014, 01:03 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,357
Posted By bjcarpetguy
As I have told everyone we are stuck at a...

As I have told everyone we are stuck at a relatives house for this winter do to medical.
We have two Chi's. (Just had their first litter). Anyway My wives uncle has two dogs who won't use the...
Forum: RV'ing Humor & Crazy but True Stories 02-21-2014, 06:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,081
Posted By bjcarpetguy
I think what is scary is that comities actually...

I think what is scary is that comities actually sat and discussed these. LOL.
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