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Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-24-2015, 04:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,120
Posted By stonekeepers
Highlands, NC is a quaint little town in the...

Highlands, NC is a quaint little town in the mountains. There are about a dozen waterfalls on an eleven mile stretch of road there. You would need a toad or car since a MH would be too large to...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 11-05-2014, 07:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,710
Posted By stonekeepers
We are in Benson right now and should be in...

We are in Benson right now and should be in quartszite later today. Looking forward to some classes at the gem club before the winter rush in January. :-).
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-14-2014, 04:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,434
Posted By stonekeepers
We bought a 2013 C-Max SE to tow behind our Class...

We bought a 2013 C-Max SE to tow behind our Class C Sunseeker. It's been great so far. We did have a flat and had to have the car towed to the nearest Ford dealer. I learned that there are not...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 10-09-2014, 06:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,710
Posted By stonekeepers
Last year was our first Quartzsite experience and...

Last year was our first Quartzsite experience and we spent three months there from December to March. The gem and mineral club there is one of the best in the country and if you like rockhounding or...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 05-09-2014, 12:29 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 33,993
Posted By stonekeepers
We have decided to head back home and visit...

We have decided to head back home and visit Alaska another time. Maybe we will fly up and take a cruise or train adventure. We were kind of getting cold feet about the roads and then our daughter...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 05-06-2014, 08:38 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 33,993
Posted By stonekeepers
We enjoyed the Oregon beaches (much nicer than...

We enjoyed the Oregon beaches (much nicer than the ones in Washington, so far). But, overall, have been very disappointed in Olympic National Park. The "scenic highway" 101 has tons of clear cut...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 04-27-2014, 11:37 AM
Replies: 240
Views: 33,993
Posted By stonekeepers
We are currently at Harris Bay state park in...

We are currently at Harris Bay state park in southern Oregon. Light seeker, you will love this area. We picked up a brochure yesterday of the lighthouses on the Oregon coast. Looks like there are...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 04-02-2014, 01:30 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 33,993
Posted By stonekeepers
We are still "heading to Alaska". Currently,...

We are still "heading to Alaska". Currently, spending a couple of weeks at Park of the Sierras in Coarsegold, CA. We plan to visit Yosemite this week when the snow stops. :-)

Next, we will...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 03-25-2014, 10:16 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,703
Posted By stonekeepers
We went to the Lazy Magnolia brewery in Kiln, MS....

We went to the Lazy Magnolia brewery in Kiln, MS. It's great beer and an interesting place. Not too far from the coast.

If you are in the west, the Estes Park brewery is neat too. They have a...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 03-24-2014, 01:58 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 33,993
Posted By stonekeepers
We are in Death Valley for two more nights, then...

We are in Death Valley for two more nights, then westward to California. Not sure yet exactly which route we will take. We were wanting to go to Yellowstone, but the closest road is closed for at...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 03-19-2014, 09:33 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 33,993
Posted By stonekeepers
ChallengerRN, we made the trip to Titus Canyon...

ChallengerRN, we made the trip to Titus Canyon today with some friends who had a 4WD truck with a camper top. It was treacherous and there were parts of the drive where we thought we may not quite...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 03-18-2014, 10:25 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 33,993
Posted By stonekeepers
Sounds like you are a little east of us...we left...

Sounds like you are a little east of us...we left Grand Canyon Railway park and spent a night in Kingman. We are west of Vegas and plan to spend the week around Death Valley. Winds yesterday were...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 03-14-2014, 05:52 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 33,993
Posted By stonekeepers
We are currently in Arizona and plan to work our...

We are currently in Arizona and plan to work our way up to Alaska this year. Plans are loose and we will move north when weather looks good.

Thanks for all the info and suggestions.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-14-2014, 09:23 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,180
Posted By stonekeepers
Mich, we have never run over a scale. We tow a...

Mich, we have never run over a scale. We tow a small Ford C-max and can't tell a difference. We use Blue Ox tow equipment.

Since the kids grew up, we have become a lot lighter. Used to haul four...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-14-2014, 08:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,180
Posted By stonekeepers
"Better" depends on the preferences of the user. ...

"Better" depends on the preferences of the user.


We looked at lots of Winnebagos and liked the Forest River much better. To me, the interior of the Winnie's seemed less comfortable. The engine...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-13-2014, 05:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,180
Posted By stonekeepers
We have a 2011 Sunseeker 3010DS which is the same...

We have a 2011 Sunseeker 3010DS which is the same floor plan as the forester. The floor plan is awesome for us. We have been using it full time for about a year now. No problems and really enjoy the...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-13-2014, 05:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,365
Posted By stonekeepers
We owned a 2005 Vista Cruiser for many years. We...

We owned a 2005 Vista Cruiser for many years. We put over 70000 miles on it and enjoyed the 22mpg. Last year we traded it for a larger class c since we are retired now and traveling slower and...
Forum: Boondocking 12-17-2013, 06:18 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 23,875
Posted By stonekeepers
I have seen a couple of posts on brand specific...

I have seen a couple of posts on brand specific groups but nothing for the general irv2 group.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-17-2013, 06:17 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,666
Posted By stonekeepers
We tow a Ford C-max. Battery goes dead at about...

We tow a Ford C-max. Battery goes dead at about three hours. We keep a charger in the RV and it only takes a second. I think the issue is the Nav system. There doesn't appear to be any way to turn...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-16-2013, 07:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,666
Posted By stonekeepers
Our toad has a six pin connector. So I suppose...

Our toad has a six pin connector. So I suppose that would need to be changed as well.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-16-2013, 05:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,666
Posted By stonekeepers
Please explain a little more for an old lady who...

Please explain a little more for an old lady who knows nothing about this stuff.

What is a BAT pole? I know where the 7 pin plug is but don't really understand how to attach the wire. How do...
Forum: Boondocking 12-11-2013, 05:38 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 23,875
Posted By stonekeepers
Tim, You asked about showers at Desert Gardens....

Tim,
You asked about showers at Desert Gardens. The bathrooms are clean but you have to pay $1 for water in the showers. This is probably because they offer dry camping bordering BLM land. We use...
Forum: Boondocking 12-10-2013, 06:46 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 23,875
Posted By stonekeepers
Weather is not like Florida but is not quite as...

Weather is not like Florida but is not quite as cold as other parts of the country. It's supposed to be warmer in a couple of days. Haven't seen any rain or snow. Just cold and wind. At least...
Forum: Boondocking 12-10-2013, 06:43 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 23,875
Posted By stonekeepers
Hi spritz. Desert Gardens is fine. It's...

Hi spritz.

Desert Gardens is fine. It's as nice as any if the parks here and better than a lot if them.

Yesterday, we joined the QIA (Quartzsite Improvement Association). They have...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-08-2013, 06:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,157
Posted By stonekeepers
We didn't make reservations. The lady in benson...

We didn't make reservations. The lady in benson said they had bit been full in several years. You could find a place and just pay for a couple of days and then scout the area. We were able to use...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 12-07-2013, 07:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,157
Posted By stonekeepers
We just spent a week in Benson at Valley Vista. ...

We just spent a week in Benson at Valley Vista. It was nice, quiet, clean and reasonable but is a ways out from the city.

I was looking at the Voyager RV resort...looks like a great...
Forum: Boondocking 12-07-2013, 07:50 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 23,875
Posted By stonekeepers
We pulled into Q'site yesterday afternoon and are...

We pulled into Q'site yesterday afternoon and are staying at the Desert Gardens. It's not the prettiest place we have ever stayed, but by far, not the worst. The price for a month is $225 +...
Forum: Full-Timers 11-25-2013, 06:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,373
Posted By stonekeepers
We are on our way to Quartzsite, AZ this week. ...

We are on our way to Quartzsite, AZ this week. We hurried to get past San Antonio, TX and instead of taking I10 to El Paso, we opted to drive south on 90. Hopefully by the time we get to New...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 10-29-2013, 12:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,529
Posted By stonekeepers
Our c-max battery will last about three hours...

Our c-max battery will last about three hours before it dies. I figure it is our patriot brake which we keep plugged in while we are towing. We have a little charger unit that we keep in the RV...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 10-28-2013, 01:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,840
Posted By stonekeepers
We are on the Gulf Coast right now and planning...

We are on the Gulf Coast right now and planning to go to Alaska next year. We plan to winter in the southwest and go up the pacific coast when weather allows. No agenda, no reservations. Making the...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-26-2013, 05:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,706
Posted By stonekeepers
The television is just the right distance with...

The television is just the right distance with the slide out. And the single doesn't strain your neck. The only issue we have is that our sofa isn't comfortable at all. Our coach is a 2011 model....
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 10-23-2013, 05:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,706
Posted By stonekeepers
Check out the Forest River Sunseeker 3010DS or...

Check out the Forest River Sunseeker 3010DS or Forester 3011DS. These have the same floor plan and we love it. There is a large television that is directly across from the sofa and another in the...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-18-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,094
Posted By stonekeepers
I am spoiled by the dish channel guide. Since all...

I am spoiled by the dish channel guide. Since all the OTA stations seem to air commercials at the same time you can spend all your time flipping stations to determine what the options are.

And...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-16-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,094
Posted By stonekeepers
I understand but that's what they told me and I...

I understand but that's what they told me and I have had to have my service reauthorized several times last year when we weren't camping often.

There has to be something in the receiver because...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 10-16-2013, 11:42 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,094
Posted By stonekeepers
It depends on the person who answers the call. We...

It depends on the person who answers the call. We have had Dish service for a long time and have used the Tailgater for about a year.

What happens is that if you let the receiver sit and don't...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-11-2013, 04:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,709
Posted By stonekeepers
I bought an OtterBox Defender almost two years...

I bought an OtterBox Defender almost two years ago when I got my first iPhone. I scratched the screen and sent them an email inquiring how to buy the plastic screen part. They sent a brand new one...
Forum: Just Conversation 09-30-2013, 06:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,028
Posted By stonekeepers
We spent several weeks this summer at Cumberland...

We spent several weeks this summer at Cumberland gap natl park. It's right on the edge of Virginia, Tennessee, and Kentucky. I loved the fact that Kentucky has NO sales tax on food and a very low...
Forum: Full-Timers 09-22-2013, 12:02 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,882
Posted By stonekeepers
Where are you heading? We are going to be...

Where are you heading? We are going to be leaving this next week...have been at our home in TN this week trying to get the house ready for renters to take over in Oct.

Now, we can't decide...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-19-2013, 07:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,019
Posted By stonekeepers
We have a 2011 3010ds and love it. We bought it...

We have a 2011 3010ds and love it. We bought it almost a year ago and have pretty much lived in it all summer. Getting ready for a year of full time travel. The floor plan is perfect for us.

In...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 09-17-2013, 01:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,114
Posted By stonekeepers
Just got some of my stuff loaded up in the RV. I...

Just got some of my stuff loaded up in the RV. I knew that I could not take everything, so I tried to pick out some of my favorite things. I also have the crop-in-style. My worry is that it will...
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 09-17-2013, 01:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,881
Posted By stonekeepers
I like to play with paper crafts, rubber stamps,...

I like to play with paper crafts, rubber stamps, etc. as well. We are newly retired and are going to rent our house starting Oct. 1. One of my daughters is coming down to get most of my craft...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-07-2013, 09:54 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,238
Posted By stonekeepers
My mother (age 83) just got an iPhone and even...

My mother (age 83) just got an iPhone and even though she claims to want to "toss it in the yard", she really loves Siri. She will be out on the deck and you can hear her telling it to "Call...
Forum: Just Conversation 09-05-2013, 06:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 976
Posted By stonekeepers
We live in Cannon county which is rural and about...

We live in Cannon county which is rural and about 60 miles SE of Nashville. There is no emission testing in Cannon County, but I know for sure that there is in Nashville, Rutherford and Williamson...
Forum: Full-Timers 09-02-2013, 07:21 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,882
Posted By stonekeepers
My last day was Thursday! We started a little...

My last day was Thursday! We started a little early and have been at Cumberland gap national park for the last eight days. Probably going to stay a few more. Trying to decide where to go next and...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 08-28-2013, 04:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 964
Posted By stonekeepers
If you go to settings>general>reset network...

If you go to settings>general>reset network settings and take that option you will often get a better signal. I do this on my iPad too if I have trouble staying connected.
Forum: Full-Timers 08-26-2013, 11:46 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,882
Posted By stonekeepers
We are also just beginning the full time...

We are also just beginning the full time adventure. This is my last week of work and we mostly have the house ready to rent. DH retired last year and I have been working from the road most of this...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-26-2013, 11:24 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,648
Posted By stonekeepers
Just got back on the road after a few weeks of...

Just got back on the road after a few weeks of attending to family "stuff". We are at Cumberland Gap National Park trying to escape the heat. The weather is lovely here and the campground is almost...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 08-26-2013, 11:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 729
Posted By stonekeepers
If you have an iPhone, you should be able to set...

If you have an iPhone, you should be able to set up a "hot spot" and use it the same as your home network. But, that will involve using your data plan bandwidth. If you don't print a lot, it should...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 08-17-2013, 07:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 724
Posted By stonekeepers
We stayed a couple of weeks at Cumberland Gap...

We stayed a couple of weeks at Cumberland Gap National Park and took a day trip to Cumberland Falls. I was personally kind of disappointed in Cumberland Falls. The campground looked like it would...
Forum: New Member Check-In 06-19-2013, 04:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 655
Posted By stonekeepers
Welcome to the forums! We live in middle TN, too.

Welcome to the forums! We live in middle TN, too.
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