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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-06-2022, 07:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 884
Posted By charliez
Plenty available on Amazon and more places. Easy...

Plenty available on Amazon and more places. Easy to install. Here is just one example

...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-07-2022, 05:51 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,877
Posted By charliez
Unless all the guys have been over late for Taco...

Unless all the guys have been over late for Taco Tuesday, :eek: you can't over load that line.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-05-2022, 05:47 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,421
Posted By charliez
You'll never see a propane truck filling bottles...

You'll never see a propane truck filling bottles at a Walmart or 7-11 or Lowes. Bottles are transported full all the time. Everything is transported all day and down every road. Including...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-29-2022, 08:21 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,587
Posted By charliez
I had a limb on a tree weep down and just lightly...

I had a limb on a tree weep down and just lightly touch the top. Dang things walked down and got it. Terro was the only thing that would get them. They make it in handy twist off packs and I keep...
Forum: Just Conversation 03-09-2022, 09:22 AM
Replies: 863
Views: 151,055
Posted By charliez
I was trying to see what was on TV in a really...

I was trying to see what was on TV in a really cool limo and bumped into a guy and knocked him down because he was so small. I told him sorry I was just trying to see the tv in there when his body...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-09-2022, 05:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,217
Posted By charliez
My insurance is I don't take anything valuable...

My insurance is I don't take anything valuable with me on a trip. If it's not in there someone can't take it and it can't burn up.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-08-2022, 07:26 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 12,168
Posted By charliez
I've been rolling along with traffic and looked...

I've been rolling along with traffic and looked down to see I['m doing 80 something before. Nothing became of it, but I did say Whoa Nelly. I try to avoid traffic and busy roads if I can but you...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-08-2022, 05:56 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 43,617
Posted By charliez
Yes they are TT friendly, but the idiots that...

Yes they are TT friendly, but the idiots that think they have to always be first in line, and the idiots that park at the pumps while they shop are not rv friendly. That's really the worst part of a...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-08-2022, 05:54 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 12,168
Posted By charliez
You'll be surprised to find that there's not that...

You'll be surprised to find that there's not that many kinds of wheel bearing out there. And they are generally all build the same. Your wheel bearing will go really fast for a long time. That...
Forum: Just Conversation 03-03-2022, 06:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,076
Posted By charliez
I used to go to the Texas State Parks, but their...

I used to go to the Texas State Parks, but their reservation always shows everything unavailable, no matter how far out I look. I guess they want it that way to keep people out. I only go to Corps...
Forum: Just Conversation 03-03-2022, 06:15 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,026
Posted By charliez
I've always wanted to go to a race, and with the...

I've always wanted to go to a race, and with the track in Fort Worth, we have races close enough now...but...the ticket prices and all the other stuff they charge you for there's no way.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 02-24-2022, 10:12 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,487
Posted By charliez
And 'air' is easily available everywhere ...

And 'air' is easily available everywhere



I've looked all around and I don't see it
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-21-2022, 05:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,955
Posted By charliez
or have a front left tire blow-out Is it...

or have a front left tire blow-out


Is it ok to have a front right tire blow out?
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-15-2022, 09:59 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,913
Posted By charliez
I'm going to put a tent and a pack on my bike and...

I'm going to put a tent and a pack on my bike and make a ride with an overnight camp this year sometime
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-11-2022, 08:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,152
Posted By charliez
You can listen to xm streaming on many devices...

You can listen to xm streaming on many devices along with your radio subscription. As long as the guy is paying for it, enjoy it. The superbowl is supposed to be carried by them on channel 45
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-09-2022, 05:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 893
Posted By charliez
Lookup Cycyle Cruza on YouTube. He's a...

Lookup Cycyle Cruza on YouTube. He's a motorcycle guy and just recently got into an electric dirt bike. Very light and easy to load and get around.

...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-02-2022, 07:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,684
Posted By charliez
Tilt the front up. If it melts it will drain...

Tilt the front up. If it melts it will drain away. If it rains, it will drain away and not freeze up there
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-28-2022, 06:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,638
Posted By charliez
If they are such a pin, look at replacing them...

If they are such a pin, look at replacing them with LED's while your in there.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-27-2022, 05:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 851
Posted By charliez
It came with (I'm sure I paid for it) my little...

It came with (I'm sure I paid for it) my little TT. I didn't renew it. I do all my own maintenance and I prepare sufficiently for emergencies so I have no need for it. They've probably sent me...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 01-07-2022, 05:43 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 22,583
Posted By charliez
Everyone makes mistakes, if you haven't your...

Everyone makes mistakes, if you haven't your either kidding yourself or one is coming. Watching other make a mess has always been a campground entertainment. I pay attention to paper license...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 12-16-2021, 07:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,999
Posted By charliez
There can be some merit to that. I want to take...

There can be some merit to that. I want to take a trip in really cold weather with a campfire going with a pot of chili hanging over it
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 12-16-2021, 06:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,999
Posted By charliez
First rule everyone needs to learn about TT's and...

First rule everyone needs to learn about TT's and rv's....Don't overthink it.


If someone is going out in cold weather and may use their potty a time or too, and what gets used may freeze, it...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-15-2021, 09:55 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,148
Posted By charliez
Geez, how does one forget something like that? ...

Geez, how does one forget something like that?


The same way my FORMER (thank God) inlaws drove their MH for hours with the giant awning still out. Imagine being in rain on the highway and...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-15-2021, 09:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 695
Posted By charliez
All tires weep a little air constantly through...

All tires weep a little air constantly through them. That's why you need to check them more often than you think and more often than people really do. That's what brings the rave about Nitrogen. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-14-2021, 09:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,387
Posted By charliez
Every one of that brand I had self destructed...

Every one of that brand I had self destructed with not a lot of time or miles on them. I would never put them back on.
Forum: Just Conversation 12-13-2021, 06:47 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 11,375
Posted By charliez
Ok, so the salesman is a liar. Uh,...

Ok, so the salesman is a liar.




Uh, yea.
Forum: Just Conversation 12-13-2021, 06:43 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,180
Posted By charliez
Around here, the term "perfect for deer lease"...

Around here, the term "perfect for deer lease" means.........it's been leaking for years and we did nothing about it so it's all molded and it stinks but everyone that goes deer hunting stinks so you...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 12-07-2021, 01:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,999
Posted By charliez
As long as it's not full you'll be fine. Water...

As long as it's not full you'll be fine. Water freeze damage comes form expansion as it freezes so as long as there is room it won't do anything. If the inside in not heated, make sure the potty...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-06-2021, 08:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,913
Posted By charliez
Look into making an appointment when you get...

Look into making an appointment when you get where your going. Lots of glass companies are nationwide.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-30-2021, 06:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,532
Posted By charliez
Don't worry about being an expert. This kind of...

Don't worry about being an expert. This kind of stuff makes all the campsite watching fun.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-19-2021, 06:07 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,886
Posted By charliez
I put a TT up for sale once and a guy wanted me...

I put a TT up for sale once and a guy wanted me to lift it about a foot so it would fit his lifted truck but he couldn't get there to look at it yet, so he thought I should go ahead and do that so...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-18-2021, 01:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 984
Posted By charliez
Ive decided I'm going to get my grandson a...

Ive decided I'm going to get my grandson a telescope for his Christmas. Thinking about it, it would be a great thing to carry along. A remote campsite would be a great place for it.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-18-2021, 12:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 572
Posted By charliez
Some wh's just use a thermocouple, if it's a...

Some wh's just use a thermocouple, if it's a manual light and has a pilot. An electronic lighting type will have a flame sensor. Both need to be well into the flame as will occasionally need to be...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-18-2021, 12:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,532
Posted By charliez
Here's a tip. When I unhook, I don't disconnect...

Here's a tip. When I unhook, I don't disconnect the chains till after it's off the ball and not going anywhere. I had a popup that went rolling in a driveway that looked level but wasn't. It took...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-18-2021, 12:23 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,332
Posted By charliez
That looks like it was fabricated by a previous...

That looks like it was fabricated by a previous owner. If your dumping a potty with a garden hose, not all the things are going to make it through the hose. Even a grey tank after washing dishes...
Forum: Just Conversation 11-18-2021, 09:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,877
Posted By charliez
I used to stop all the time and help out folks on...

I used to stop all the time and help out folks on the side of the road. I will seldom do this anymore as well. There's been too many staged situations with intent to do harm/rob those who stop now....
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 11-18-2021, 06:09 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,046
Posted By charliez
I think this is not a bad idea at all. I see...

I think this is not a bad idea at all. I see many times others are quick to scold you for things and drop the your gonna get sued line, when it's something they wouldn't do or wouldn't have any idea...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-18-2021, 05:54 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,332
Posted By charliez
Sounds to me like your trying to drain your tank...

Sounds to me like your trying to drain your tank with a water hose. If it's a real gray tank, it will have a 3 inch valve and a big opening to hook a rv drain hose to and it will empty in seconds. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-17-2021, 12:32 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 16,842
Posted By charliez
You can pour warm water over it, and you will see...

You can pour warm water over it, and you will see the level. I've seen it frost over on the bottom if it's in use.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6U_e7FrC2Y
Forum: Just Conversation 11-16-2021, 09:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,877
Posted By charliez
Long time ago, there were two chicks in a popup...

Long time ago, there were two chicks in a popup across from us. Stayed inside all weekend, I didn't ask any what for's. They got to the dump ahead of and and was struggling with a cassette out of...
Forum: Just Conversation 11-16-2021, 06:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,877
Posted By charliez
I wont' just stand a stare, although there was...

I wont' just stand a stare, although there was one time it was so comical that I had to get a chair and be obvious about watching.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-16-2021, 06:12 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,909
Posted By charliez
I always watch the weather a try not to plan a...

I always watch the weather a try not to plan a trip on a rainy weekend. But it happens sometimes. The best rainy trips so far have been entertained by watching the ones unprepared for it. ...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-16-2021, 05:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,489
Posted By charliez
Downshifting the transmission is one thing you...

Downshifting the transmission is one thing you can do. When the ac locks up, you can replace the belt with a non ac belt. You might have to measure for the length and get that to get you home.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-16-2021, 05:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,394
Posted By charliez
I looked at some trucks a few months ago. Thee...

I looked at some trucks a few months ago. Thee is no way I'd pay the current prices. These folks have gone insane. A few days later, the salesman offers a reasonable rate..that if you didn't pay...
Forum: Just Conversation 11-16-2021, 05:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,877
Posted By charliez
Nope. Not getting into anyone's bidness. I've...

Nope. Not getting into anyone's bidness. I've been to some places where there's always someone going after everyone that's pulling in telling them what to do. I aint gonna be that goober.


I...
Forum: Just Conversation 11-15-2021, 12:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,877
Posted By charliez
This weekends campsite watch event

Went to the -- wont say where in case it's someone here -- area. And I hope it's not. Beautiful park. The main goal of the trip was visiting some nearby places of interest. Coming back in from...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-11-2021, 05:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,320
Posted By charliez
I will flash a trucker when I consider it safe ...

I will flash a trucker when I consider it safe


Oh how quickly twisted this could go....




In the motorcycle world, it's expected to wave with two fingers down saying keep the wheel side...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-09-2021, 10:14 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,903
Posted By charliez
X Chocks between the tires make a big difference...

X Chocks between the tires make a big difference too
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-05-2021, 10:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,015
Posted By charliez
So wrapping does work

So wrapping does work
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-05-2021, 08:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,015
Posted By charliez
Just for discussion, not arguing...your saying...

Just for discussion, not arguing...your saying that wrapping my pipes under my house and all my faucets that used to freeze before wrapping will still freeze, yet they don't.


Technically, I...
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