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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-19-2012, 03:10 PM
Replies: 5,870
Views: 608,425
Posted By Terier
Staying at a WM has it pros and cons. I have yet...

Staying at a WM has it pros and cons. I have yet to do it and can't say its on my to-do list but it good to know there's a place for me if necessary. I can see both sides of this topic.

I also...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 04-19-2012, 03:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,847
Posted By Terier
For some it can be a size issue. I replaced one...

For some it can be a size issue. I replaced one gromment with one that looked to be a good fit but wasn't. Grommets come in different sizes for different brands. Camping World and RV stores sells...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 04-19-2012, 02:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,230
Posted By Terier
Many of CA state beaches will fill up in minutes...

Many of CA state beaches will fill up in minutes for the main summer month when the reservation window opens. Some campgrounds will fill up everything right away while there can be various spots of...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 04-09-2012, 10:40 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,274
Posted By Terier
Good point - I guess it could depend upon what is...

Good point - I guess it could depend upon what is included in setting up.
Forum: RV Gourmet 04-08-2012, 12:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,162
Posted By Terier
That's the problem I had with the ice cube trays...

That's the problem I had with the ice cube trays - spilled more than carring it to the freeze than what remained in the tray. I thought about using a tray to carry but decided to keep the hard...
Forum: Solo RV'ers 04-08-2012, 01:00 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 14,436
Posted By Terier
I am a solo female RVer with a 20" TT so all the...

I am a solo female RVer with a 20" TT so all the driving is up to me. It can be a little harder not having another set of eyes or a second option but it's also a good feeling knowing I'm independent....
Forum: Just Conversation 04-07-2012, 08:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,462
Posted By Terier
Two hours before she was to be at the church my...

Two hours before she was to be at the church my sister asked how should she wear her hair for her wedding. She had 40 years to think about it...

Anyway, some of us are planners while other take...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 04-07-2012, 04:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,235
Posted By Terier
Most campers are honest...but it's the...

Most campers are honest...but it's the non-campers I worry about.

The sign below was posted at the CG to warn RVers:
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Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-06-2012, 12:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,717
Posted By Terier
The main reason I do turn off the propane is that...

The main reason I do turn off the propane is that my TT is parked at a storage place and not at home.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 04-06-2012, 12:04 AM
Replies: 906
Views: 240,000
Posted By Terier
I have a 2011 Salem Cruise Lite 20RBXL towed with...

I have a 2011 Salem Cruise Lite 20RBXL towed with a 2011 Tundra. Being a older female solo RVer it was over wheming at first but well worth the learning experience!


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Loving my...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 04-05-2012, 11:31 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,274
Posted By Terier
It takes me a little longer because I camp solo...

It takes me a little longer because I camp solo and have to do it all myself. I'm usually a little tired and hungry when I arrive at camp. I now try to get a decent night rest and have a quick & easy...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-05-2012, 11:17 PM
Replies: 13,635
Views: 2,138,790
Posted By Terier
Window awning for bedroom window Installed a...

Window awning for bedroom window
Installed a second battery and upgraded both batteries
Hand Mixer: so I can bake an pineapple upside down cake

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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-05-2012, 11:04 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 10,914
Posted By Terier
I have a Progressive Industries portable unit...

I have a Progressive Industries portable unit that came into play the second time I used it. There were several black outs and brown outs at the new campground last 4th of July. The last black out...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-01-2012, 06:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,717
Posted By Terier
Ditto. It might be harmless but I turn it off at...

Ditto. It might be harmless but I turn it off at the end of each trip too.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-01-2012, 02:05 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,046
Posted By Terier
I had to cancel my first trip due to extreme...

I had to cancel my first trip due to extreme weather more than once. I finally got out the gate for a single night at a local campground about 6 or 7 weeks later.

Whatever you decide will work...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 02-28-2012, 02:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,435
Posted By Terier
I have my dad's oversized flat head screwdriver...

I have my dad's oversized flat head screwdriver that he got many, many years ago.... great for mixing paint! (Learned from dad himself).
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-25-2012, 01:00 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,276
Posted By Terier
It seems that I have my own drama with a couple...

It seems that I have my own drama with a couple of insurance companies.

Progressive - they determined that their client was 100% at fault for rear ending me on the freeway and that is where they...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-28-2012, 09:15 PM
Replies: 5,870
Views: 608,425
Posted By Terier
If everyone shared the same view of camping at WM...

If everyone shared the same view of camping at WM is ok there wouldn't be enough space to spend the night there.

On Black Friday early morning hours someone had parked their MH across several...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 01-27-2012, 09:28 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,093
Posted By Terier
Even with smaller trailers a brake controller is...

Even with smaller trailers a brake controller is a good idea. I have a brake controller, anti-sway bar and wd bars for my lite weight 20 ft travel trailer. Never had any sway even with semi trucks...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 01-26-2012, 09:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,308
Posted By Terier
One choice would be to consider buying an used...

One choice would be to consider buying an used travel trailer for now and work on getting/finding the right towing combo for that 5th wheel. As nice as 5th wheels are there are some TT that real...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-02-2012, 01:09 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,239
Posted By Terier
Have you consider locking the 5er until you find...

Have you consider locking the 5er until you find another soultion? I do understand it was behind a locked gate and that someone came into your yard to cause trouble but why make it a step easier to...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-27-2011, 12:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 773
Posted By Terier
Have fun on your trip! Wish I was going too. ...

Have fun on your trip! Wish I was going too. Truth be known it's a wish for me to spend Christmas in my RV but with due to my dad's health I end up staying home with him.

The weather here in...
Forum: Texas Boomers 12-25-2011, 03:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,902
Posted By Terier
Santa needs a GPS because he missed my house. Oh...

Santa needs a GPS because he missed my house. Oh well I'm planning on going to CW tomorrow to make up for being forgotten.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 12-03-2011, 07:01 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 15,401
Posted By Terier
Why not compromise? The wife can use the one in...

Why not compromise? The wife can use the one in the MH and you can use the one at the cg.

Do you have an Fantastic fan in the bathroom? It can draw the inside air out or bring in fresh air...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-25-2011, 02:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,031
Posted By Terier
Some of the dealers didn't think the show was...

Some of the dealers didn't think the show was promoted well as promised. The RV parking was bad until they came out to see the problem first hand and then made some corrections that worked.

I...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-04-2011, 09:52 PM
Replies: 13,635
Views: 2,138,790
Posted By Terier
I just brought a 2011 Toyota Tundra truck. Going...

I just brought a 2011 Toyota Tundra truck. Going from a little Rav4 to a big truck like the Tundra takes a little getting used to but it will be nice to have my own tv. My head is as tall as the top...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 07-11-2011, 10:37 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 21,849
Posted By Terier
KOA fee is cheaper than ReserveAmerica. There is...

KOA fee is cheaper than ReserveAmerica. There is a fee to book, a fee to change, a fee to cancel. Sometimes my plans don't work out and I will call and change a reservation. By calling I can cut out...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-09-2011, 09:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,888
Posted By Terier
I keep my TT out at a storage place. Once the...

I keep my TT out at a storage place. Once the gate is locked there is no coming or going - only during regular business hours. Fence is too high to jump and the limited RV parking is out of sight...
Forum: New Member Check-In 06-29-2011, 01:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 553
Posted By Terier
Hello, Welcome to the forum. I'm in the...

Hello,

Welcome to the forum. I'm in the other end of the state (SoCal) in the Inland Empire area. Borrowing is good but it's great having your own RV!

Take care,
T.
Forum: New Member Check-In 06-29-2011, 01:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 611
Posted By Terier
Hello, I'm in Southern California too...

Hello,

I'm in Southern California too (Inland Empire). I agree about heading out to the shoreline - always nice and cool at the beach.
Forum: Just Conversation 06-27-2011, 07:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,681
Posted By Terier
I found the timeline important - (Laidoff end of...

I found the timeline important - (Laidoff end of June vs Retirement July). I have not collected UE so I am not all that familiar with the program. I thought with UE job searching was required to help...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-22-2011, 07:02 PM
Replies: 13,635
Views: 2,138,790
Posted By Terier
* Fantastic Fan installed * 30 amp Surge...

* Fantastic Fan installed
* 30 amp Surge Protector
* 4 ft water hose for extra rinsing out the sewer hose
* Patio mat (Different size)

Pending:
Fridge door panel - ended up with small hole...
Forum: Just Conversation 06-22-2011, 06:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,681
Posted By Terier
I don't where I would draw the line but let me...

I don't where I would draw the line but let me put it this way:
If I have the wealth of Bill Gates or Oprah I would decide not to collect SS even if I had paid into it; therefore, there would not be...
Forum: Just Conversation 06-20-2011, 04:08 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,681
Posted By Terier
Ok, I went back and re-read the post. I do have...

Ok, I went back and re-read the post. I do have some mixed feelings depending upon how you look at it but my position has not changed as it falls back to the intent. Either way it won't be keeping me...
Forum: Just Conversation 06-20-2011, 12:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,681
Posted By Terier
Sorry but I guess I'm different... I don't share...

Sorry but I guess I'm different... I don't share the same views as others have posted. It is one thing to take unemployment while seeking employment but to take unemployment based upon the purpose...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-20-2011, 12:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,403
Posted By Terier
Shop around and get more prices but concrete is...

Shop around and get more prices but concrete is not cheap. For a 17x28, 3" pad for my ag pool I paid $1600 (after discount). I had prices all over the board. You also get what you pay for so...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 06-19-2011, 10:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,319
Posted By Terier
Ditto that! The toll road off the 91 fwy heading...

Ditto that! The toll road off the 91 fwy heading towards the 5 fwy cost me double with the trailer. The cost almost killed me off after that steep climb just stopped short of doing so.

From the...
Forum: Pond Piggies 06-11-2011, 10:56 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,612
Posted By Terier
Thursday, June 10th I paid $4.09 in San Clemente...

Thursday, June 10th I paid $4.09 in San Clemente CA - two blocks away gas was $4.39 per gallon. Gas at home is currently $3.98 per gallon (SoCal).
Forum: Just Conversation 05-27-2011, 11:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,401
Posted By Terier
The extra small bay storage doors. Even a few...

The extra small bay storage doors. Even a few inches larger would be so helpful!
Forum: Just Conversation 05-14-2011, 12:29 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,260
Posted By Terier
I hate that too. I think many of them do so that...

I hate that too. I think many of them do so that other idots coming up behind them can't move ahead. What really bugs me is when a driver behind me cuts over to the freeway merging lane pretending...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-03-2011, 10:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,755
Posted By Terier
Gas prices are creeping up again - it was $4.23...

Gas prices are creeping up again - it was $4.23 gallon today. (About 40 miles outside of LA) I paid $4.19 a couple of days ago.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-06-2011, 02:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,133
Posted By Terier
It's a starter kit and chances are that you will...

It's a starter kit and chances are that you will replace it soon. In the meantime it's good to pratice with the stuff.

I upgraded my water hose and now I use the cheap starter hose for rinsing...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 04-03-2011, 12:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 28,191
Posted By Terier
My spring bars are a killer for me. I need to...

My spring bars are a killer for me. I need to work on my upper strenght so I can get them in easier. After a zillon drops I'm wore out. The guys at the dealership showed me what I could do next time...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 04-02-2011, 05:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 28,191
Posted By Terier
I camp solo and it's a pain to unhitch and...

I camp solo and it's a pain to unhitch and re-hitch. Almost always I will stay connected. Since my trailer is connected to hookups at the campsite I will unplug the wiring harness so that the car...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-23-2011, 06:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,391
Posted By Terier
According to the directions it's not recommended...

According to the directions it's not recommended for use on wall paper (most likely for removal reasons). Aren't the walls covered in some sort of wall paper? Please let me as I've been afraid to use...
Forum: Full-Timers 03-12-2011, 07:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,077
Posted By Terier
I hate these cards but the only reason I even...

I hate these cards but the only reason I even brother is to avoid paying twice as much.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 03-09-2011, 08:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,334
Posted By Terier
I'm new to the site but I saw your post and...

I'm new to the site but I saw your post and wonder how things turned out.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 03-08-2011, 07:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,077
Posted By Terier
This has to be disappointing but sounds like you...

This has to be disappointing but sounds like you found out just in time about the water damage.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 03-08-2011, 06:34 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,807
Posted By Terier
Only you know if you can or will be happy with...

Only you know if you can or will be happy with the RV in question or if it would be better for peace of mind to re-order and wait for what you asked for, loaming time frame or not.

There been...
Forum: Full-Timers 03-07-2011, 03:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,077
Posted By Terier
I stopped carrying them all - I just give my...

I stopped carrying them all - I just give my phone number (which isn't really my number). I don't like that the store can track my shopping habits so the name on the card isn't really my name...
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