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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-04-2017, 05:32 PM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,141,147
Posted By memtb
Bill, That sounds real good. I'm pretty sure...

Bill, That sounds real good. I'm pretty sure mine was only rated at 100 or 150. When loaded up a bit....it started sagging in the middle. Wish I had the Moryde. Not even sure if Moryde was making...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-04-2017, 12:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,022
Posted By memtb
I like that!!! [moderator edit]

I like that!!!

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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-04-2017, 12:19 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 14,086
Posted By memtb
6x16inside, Actually the "newer" fast recovery...

6x16inside, Actually the "newer" fast recovery water heaters do recover pretty fast. In 26 years of modern rv'ing (when we got our first RV with electric/propane water heater), we've "never" used...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-04-2017, 09:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,022
Posted By memtb
Boondocking!!!!! Especially in winter, in the...

Boondocking!!!!! Especially in winter, in the northern areas...minimizes your neighbor's! :D
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 09-04-2017, 08:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 878
Posted By memtb
Ask this on roads,routes, you will probably get...

Ask this on roads,routes, you will probably get more responses! Good Luck.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-04-2017, 08:40 AM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,141,147
Posted By memtb
Bill, If yours has the same or similar limited...

Bill, If yours has the same or similar limited load capacity ( such as mine- around 100 lbs.), I made some modifications you may be interested in. Contact me. It is now capable of more weight than...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-03-2017, 08:47 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,487
Posted By memtb
Cumminsfan, Ralphie,and Glenn summed it up pretty...

Cumminsfan, Ralphie,and Glenn summed it up pretty well!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-03-2017, 06:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,047
Posted By memtb
Somewhat....OK a lot off topic! Them Tigers...

Somewhat....OK a lot off topic! Them Tigers looked pretty good last night! :thumb:
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-01-2017, 07:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,213
Posted By memtb
Personally.... two axle!!!!! Twice the braking,...

Personally.... two axle!!!!! Twice the braking, twice the tires for stopping and control if on wet or slick roads. At lastly, though unlikely, if you were to "burn" a bearing or had some other...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-01-2017, 07:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,394
Posted By memtb
We bypass and drain water heater. Blow out lines...

We bypass and drain water heater. Blow out lines and open low point drains. Pump RV antifreeze into system, run each faucet and toilet until you see pink. This will also assure that the traps get the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-01-2017, 06:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 996
Posted By memtb
We have a similar (much older), that my uncle...

We have a similar (much older), that my uncle gave us many years ago. It does work well, though we haven't used it in years. We were just talking about getting it out of the garage, and putting it...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-31-2017, 11:22 AM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,141,147
Posted By memtb
Still trying to "outfit" our class c. Got a 25 ft...

Still trying to "outfit" our class c. Got a 25 ft rhino sewer hose (put in 5er, put the shorter one from 5er into class c), same situation with "slinky" hose drain kit, 6K lb. bottle jack, and DW got...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 08-30-2017, 08:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,341
Posted By memtb
Tbuddy, With the 30 days with which to...

Tbuddy, With the 30 days with which to travel...I'd say take the scenic route and show your family the sights. If you're comfortable towing your rig, and are properly prepared for winter travel....It...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-30-2017, 08:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,224
Posted By memtb
harleywalt, Stopping is "one" of the most...

harleywalt, Stopping is "one" of the most important issues when towing..... But "not" the trucks responsibility!!!! To adequately do that on a relatively heavy rv....you'd need a class 8 tractor...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-30-2017, 07:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,574
Posted By memtb
It's a shame you "only" have two options! If you'...

It's a shame you "only" have two options! If you' were going to live in it for several winters(been there done that), there are several good unit's for cool weather use. Most any can be made to work,...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-30-2017, 07:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,625
Posted By memtb
If at a an rv park, An American Flag or such...

If at a an rv park, An American Flag or such would be great. If when stored with limited room around the pin box area (like mine at home), a cheap plastic container enclosing the pin box, held in...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-30-2017, 07:12 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,296
Posted By memtb
DGBPokes, I know that I'm a little late with...

DGBPokes, I know that I'm a little late with my answer, but here's what we're doing . We're giving to the Salvation Army and Franklin Graham's charity...Samaritan's Purse.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-28-2017, 10:09 PM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,141,147
Posted By memtb
Phillip, If you do an internet search, I'm sure...

Phillip, If you do an internet search, I'm sure they are available. We bought our 12" led replacement bulbs several years ago , by merely researching on the net.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-28-2017, 08:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,008
Posted By memtb
MarkandTracy, The door sounds to be a good...

MarkandTracy, The door sounds to be a good workable idea. As for the wiring and plumbing....it's little difficult (on this little Kindle) to fully grasp your plumbing/wiring situation. But....I'll...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-28-2017, 08:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,176
Posted By memtb
Just did it a couple of weeks ago pulling out 39...

Just did it a couple of weeks ago pulling out 39 foot 5er, when returning home from roof replacement in Mesa. No problems or concerns. Our only complaint, got there late and didn't have time to "stop...
Forum: Just Conversation 08-28-2017, 08:08 AM
Replies: 14,916
Views: 907,376
Posted By memtb
Denser Sander

Denser


Sander
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-28-2017, 07:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 18,154
Posted By memtb
Spiffy, I hate to keep promoting the Bigfoot,...

Spiffy, I hate to keep promoting the Bigfoot, but... Can't help myself. And, this may not apply to you if.... You camp "only" in campgrounds. Water capacity!!!!! Our 26 ft. has 63 gallons (more...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-28-2017, 07:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,008
Posted By memtb
How about a long slender plastic storage...

How about a long slender plastic storage container. Lots of various shapes and sizes at Wally World. Merely, slide it in/out!

Works as well at home!:thumb:
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-28-2017, 07:39 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,001
Posted By memtb
My heart!!:sad: When I was about 14, met a cute...

My heart!!:sad: When I was about 14, met a cute little girl from northern Alabama.... Then we had to leave! :mad:
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-27-2017, 12:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,875
Posted By memtb
jeepfreak, We try to "rarely" camp where the...

jeepfreak, We try to "rarely" camp where the nighttime temp's exceed 45 degrees! :)
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-27-2017, 10:00 AM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,141,147
Posted By memtb
Just ordered (2) sets of cables (snow chains) for...

Just ordered (2) sets of cables (snow chains) for our class c. Getting ready for a little winter camping! :thumb:
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-27-2017, 09:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,003
Posted By memtb
Congrats on your Arctic Fox. I believe/hope that...

Congrats on your Arctic Fox. I believe/hope that it will serve you well for many years. Enjoy your trip home.... It will be a good "shake-down cruise" ! You bought one of the best ones being made...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-27-2017, 07:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,008
Posted By memtb
Charles, We have almost new Bitstien shocks and...

Charles, We have almost new Bitstien shocks and will be getting Hellwig Sway Bars soon
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-27-2017, 07:30 AM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,141,147
Posted By memtb
Quote: Along with all the usual RV related items...

Quote: Along with all the usual RV related items that we put in our (new to us) Class C, we added a little bling

Left out that this is in our class C BIGFOOT MH....😀😀


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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-26-2017, 09:02 AM
Replies: 13,642
Views: 2,141,147
Posted By memtb
Along with all the usual RV related items that we...

Along with all the usual RV related items that we put in our (new to us) Class C, we added a little bling

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Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-25-2017, 08:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,132
Posted By memtb
I must be gitt'n old, I thought a long box was...

I must be gitt'n old, I thought a long box was standard! :) BUT... To answer your question, most certainly a long box. There are times when the long box can be a little aggravating, but all of the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-25-2017, 11:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,875
Posted By memtb
I wasn't very clear in this post. I was...

I wasn't very clear in this post. I was suggesting the ceiling fans for whatever your heat source or cooling source is, and in whatever abode; fireplace, catalytic heater, or even forced air. The fan...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-25-2017, 09:19 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,875
Posted By memtb
For you folks "hooked-up" to power, use your...

For you folks "hooked-up" to power, use your ceiling fan (most of you probably have one) to bring the best down from the ceiling area (much as you do in a stick and mortar home)! It "should" help...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-24-2017, 08:38 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 14,086
Posted By memtb
Never thought about "heat pump"!! As we "almost...

Never thought about "heat pump"!! As we "almost never" use an rv park, and most often "far too cool" for a heat pump to operate during our fall camping! So...an unnecessary evil!
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-24-2017, 07:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,601
Posted By memtb
If you have the opportunity to get the 7.3, "go...

If you have the opportunity to get the 7.3, "go for it"! The only possible negative would be that the auto trans is several generations old.
Forum: Just Conversation 08-24-2017, 07:11 AM
Replies: 14,916
Views: 907,376
Posted By memtb
Yeller Really

Yeller

Really
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-23-2017, 08:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,923
Posted By memtb
Go to Escapees forum! There is more info on HDT...

Go to Escapees forum! There is more info on HDT 's than you can digest.

If you will be doing any snow, ice, or offroading, the 450 in a 4x4 would be my choice. If staying on good road...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-22-2017, 07:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,047
Posted By memtb
Don't you just "Love'm"! Every May and late...

Don't you just "Love'm"! Every May and late August or early Sept. Not a good time to do any painting...especially white!! :D
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-22-2017, 07:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,962
Posted By memtb
Can't really say that it is a tradition. But...

Can't really say that it is a tradition. But we're using a road atlas ( yes!!!!! paper not electronic) and trace our routes with a highlighter by the year of travel. On the first page of atlas we...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-21-2017, 03:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 733
Posted By memtb
I stand corrected! :facepalm: Shouldn't be...

I stand corrected! :facepalm: Shouldn't be trying to type when tired. :nonono:
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-20-2017, 10:29 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,729
Posted By memtb
Rodbuilder, I'm certainly "not" a brake...

Rodbuilder, I'm certainly "not" a brake specialist, and may have misread your post.... If I did, please forgive.

Did I understand that the return spring "does not" have a lot of tension on it....
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-20-2017, 10:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,680
Posted By memtb
To add to the quality list: Carriage, New...

To add to the quality list: Carriage, New Horizons, Excel, Teton Homes, Artic Fox
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-20-2017, 08:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 733
Posted By memtb
Eclipse - Thermopolis, Wy.

Was just wondering if anyone is in Thermop for the eclipse. We just left the Wyo. Dinosaur Center. They were really busy all day, and had a nice after business hours "get together"! Lot of folks in...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-20-2017, 09:31 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,942
Posted By memtb
I was going to warn you about "opening a can of...

I was going to warn you about "opening a can of worms"!!! We have to be "very" PC here! To minimize the disagreements which will ultimately get the thread closed....a topic best to avoid. My opinion...
Forum: RV Gourmet 08-19-2017, 09:53 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,902
Posted By memtb
Vgabond, Get a bear license! :D

Vgabond, Get a bear license! :D
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-18-2017, 05:11 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 14,086
Posted By memtb
I'm beginning to understand why we have very few...

I'm beginning to understand why we have very few neighbors when we camp. It doesn't get good until you're down in the teens in the morning! :thumb:


Of course you "Don't" winterize if you...
Forum: RV Gourmet 08-18-2017, 11:15 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,902
Posted By memtb
We're a little north ( about 90 miles south of...

We're a little north ( about 90 miles south of Cody) of the larger population bases and 100+ miles from the interstates! ;)
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-18-2017, 09:27 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 18,423
Posted By memtb
Judging from the posts commenting upon how many...

Judging from the posts commenting upon how many of the "local" are involved.... The cure (fix/remedy) may require more than one "magazine"! And probably more than the original $4400.00! ;)
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-18-2017, 09:23 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 18,423
Posted By memtb
Good call! That used to work with window and...

Good call! That used to work with window and siding salesmen as well!!
Forum: RV Gourmet 08-18-2017, 09:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,902
Posted By memtb
WDW, The breakfast time depends upon how much...

WDW, The breakfast time depends upon how much time is wasted drinking coffee and watching the news ( OAN is rapidly replacing Fox News).

But... If your in the neighborhood (maybe for the...
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