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Military / Veteran RVing
10-31-2020, 12:39 PM
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COVID Question, are the FamCamps Open?
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687
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GaryMaryanne
The bottom line is that someFamCamps are open...
The bottom line is that someFamCamps are open like Luke AFB but others are closed like NWS Seal Beach. We have reservations at Seal Beach at the beginning of the year that if nothing changes they...
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Full-Timers
11-14-2019, 12:08 PM
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75
How did you sell everything to go full-time?
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11,160
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GaryMaryanne
We sold/gave away anything family and friends...
We sold/gave away anything family and friends wanted. Has an estate sale for the rest. They took everything that didn’t sell and donated it or trash. Even cleaned up after. We were very happy.
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RV'ing On A Budget
03-07-2019, 03:57 AM
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Thousand Trails, Encore, Pass Port America etc.
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22,655
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GaryMaryanne
You should check them out...
You should check them out https://www.escapees.com/
They have many benefits
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Full-Timers
03-05-2019, 06:39 AM
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Full timers and Tech
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GaryMaryanne
There is a satellite solution for internet access...
There is a satellite solution for internet access but it is very expensive.
If you are new to mobile internet I would start here and they will educate you you on everything you need to know. ...
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RV'ing with Pets
09-03-2018, 04:28 PM
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Comprehensive List to Keep Pets Safe
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1,245
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GaryMaryanne
We have asked friends to dog sit for us. We will...
We have asked friends to dog sit for us. We will also tell our neighbors (if they are nice and most are) to keep on eye on things. I know people use Rover to find people to pet sit. But ideally we...
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RV'ing On A Budget
04-09-2018, 09:39 AM
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Thousand Trails, Encore, Pass Port America etc.
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22,655
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GaryMaryanne
We just done using Passport America and it has...
We just done using Passport America and it has already paid for its self. We also belong to Thousand Trails and two weeks at our next stop will pay for the yearly membership. The one club we think is...
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Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion
03-30-2018, 08:09 AM
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x chocks or wheel chocks?
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GaryMaryanne
We use both the Anderson levelers/chicks and X...
We use both the Anderson levelers/chicks and X chocks. They work very well.
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5th Wheel Discussion
01-13-2018, 10:48 AM
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weBoost OR Max Signal Cell Booster
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GaryMaryanne
We only have it in the 5er. We haven’t had s need...
We only have it in the 5er. We haven’t had s need for it yet in the truck yet
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5th Wheel Discussion
01-13-2018, 08:43 AM
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weBoost OR Max Signal Cell Booster
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9,727
Posted By
GaryMaryanne
We decided to go with WeBoost as it was...
We decided to go with WeBoost as it was recommended by several people I that I trust. Although much it who is best is personal opinion. So what is best to me may not be what’s best for you.
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Full-Timers
12-29-2017, 07:56 AM
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Cold Weather is coming to our area. What do we need to do to prepare our RV?
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GaryMaryanne
The first question is what type of RV do you...
The first question is what type of RV do you have? Sound like you might have to do a winterization of your plumbing at that cold, ie drain all the lines and tanks putting in RV anti-freeze and use...
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Going Green
12-28-2017, 08:11 PM
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Wrapping my head around some things for my install
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GaryMaryanne
Wrapping my head around some things for my install
I am in the beginning stages of how to do my install and I have some beginners questions. I have a 5'er a 2018 Grand Design 150 Series 295RL and I am wondering where should I place the inverter,...
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5th Wheel Discussion
12-19-2017, 09:17 AM
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Anyone out there pulling a Grand Design 150 series with a Ford F150??
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GaryMaryanne
I just bought a 150 Series 295rl that I am...
I just bought a 150 Series 295rl that I am pulling with my 2013 3.5 Eccoboost. I have only pulled it for few hundred miles but my truck hasn’t had any issues and actually tows better than my old...
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Travel Trailer Discussion
12-07-2017, 09:18 AM
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Any Grand Design Reflection owners?
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13,278
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GaryMaryanne
Yes we are full time for just over a month so...
Yes we are full time for just over a month so far. Just waiting for the dealer to get the right parts for the hitch for the truck.
They have been easy enough to work with we are living in it with...
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Travel Trailer Discussion
12-06-2017, 11:34 AM
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Any Grand Design Reflection owners?
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13,278
Posted By
GaryMaryanne
Just wanted to report that we just closed on our...
Just wanted to report that we just closed on our Grand Design Reflection 150 Series 295RL. It had the perfect floor plan for us. We are moving in as we speak.
Forum:
Travel Trailer Discussion
10-23-2017, 09:59 AM
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9
Holding tank chemicals
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1,334
Posted By
GaryMaryanne
I second Happy Camper Organic. Way better than...
I second Happy Camper Organic. Way better than chemicals IMHO. We flush TP and it dissolves everything in the black tank.
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5th Wheel Discussion
10-05-2017, 06:59 PM
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totes
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1,843
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GaryMaryanne
I will second Barker we have one and are very...
I will second Barker we have one and are very happy with it
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Full-Timers
09-24-2017, 08:00 AM
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Start full timing in a week
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1,205
Posted By
GaryMaryanne
Safe travels. We just started living in our...
Safe travels. We just started living in our travel trailer full time a couple of days ago. Mooching in family driveway waiting for doctor appointments to wrap up
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Boondocking
09-19-2017, 08:25 AM
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Fill fresh water with no connection
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3,497
Posted By
GaryMaryanne
Yes you would need a pump I bought a water...
Yes you would need a pump I bought a water transfer pump from harbor freight. Fast and easy 45 gallons means no carrying the cans and lifting them up
Forum:
Boondocking
09-19-2017, 07:08 AM
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19
Fill fresh water with no connection
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3,497
Posted By
GaryMaryanne
We use a 45 gallon portable water bladder that...
We use a 45 gallon portable water bladder that can be gravity fed into your tanks. I have set it up so I can use a portable water pump from my truck into the tanks from the bed of my truck. This...
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Full-Timers
09-13-2017, 04:43 AM
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34
Domicile Pros and Cons
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5,776
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GaryMaryanne
You can domicile in any state as long as you...
You can domicile in any state as long as you follow their rules about domicile. The DW and me are going to domicile here in New York for a while as that is what what will work for us. We are under 65...
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Full-Timers
09-12-2017, 04:28 PM
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Domicile Pros and Cons
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5,776
Posted By
GaryMaryanne
We are about to go full time in a couple of weeks...
We are about to go full time in a couple of weeks and have been researching for a long time, and the only real answer is what's best for you. Everyone is different and have different wants and needs....
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Boondocking
06-21-2017, 02:14 PM
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33
Champion 3400 dual/fuel on RV propane system
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22,592
Posted By
GaryMaryanne
I am lucky I pay $7 for a 20 lbs tank at the...
I am lucky I pay $7 for a 20 lbs tank at the reservation.
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RV'ing with Pets
09-05-2016, 08:52 AM
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GaryMaryanne
138130 This is our 12 year old camping buddy. ...
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This is our 12 year old camping buddy.
2017 Jayco Jayflight 245RLBW
2013 Ford F-150
Forum:
Jayco Owner's Forum
08-28-2016, 03:17 PM
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4
23RBM Mattress Size
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1,372
Posted By
GaryMaryanne
Well I had to measure mine but I will tell you on...
Well I had to measure mine but I will tell you on my JayFlight SLX 245RLSW the bed was 75 X 60 but we bought a normal 80 x 60 and it works fine for us
2017 Jayco Jayflight 245RLBW
2013 Ford...
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Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion
07-27-2016, 06:23 AM
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6
Newbie Needs Opinions
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1,005
Posted By
GaryMaryanne
Thanks for the feedback
Thank you all for the feedback. I am having the dealer install the WDH today when we do our walk thru and pick up the trailer. :thumb::dance:
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Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion
07-25-2016, 06:37 AM
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6
Newbie Needs Opinions
Views:
1,005
Posted By
GaryMaryanne
The tow rating of the truck is 9700 lbs
The tow rating of the truck is 9700 lbs
Forum:
Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion
07-25-2016, 05:25 AM
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6
Newbie Needs Opinions
Views:
1,005
Posted By
GaryMaryanne
Newbie Needs Opinions
I am picking up my first TT in a couple of days and need opinions on what I need to have to tow it safely. The TT is a new Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245RLSW that has a GVWR of 7000. I am going to be...
Forum:
RV'ing On A Budget
07-08-2016, 08:40 AM
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26
Purchasing land for a home base?
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9,628
Posted By
GaryMaryanne
There is a website called boondockers welcome...
There is a website called boondockers welcome that allows you to find and share land that others can boondock on. Boondockerswelcome.com
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Military / Veteran RVing
05-12-2015, 07:26 AM
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With which branch of the military did you serve?
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658,778
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GaryMaryanne
Navy USS Merrill DD-976 1984-1987 COMNAVSURFPAC...
Navy USS Merrill DD-976 1984-1987 COMNAVSURFPAC 1987-1989
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