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Forum: Just Conversation 07-20-2013, 07:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,521
Posted By RetiredFPD
Water = 8.2 lbs per gallon. Gas 5.5 lbs...

Water = 8.2 lbs per gallon. Gas 5.5 lbs pg....diesel 6.3 lbs pg do the math and figure how much fuel it's costing to haul water. Just in a 12 gal HWH is a hundred (98) pounds of weight.
Forum: Just Conversation 07-20-2013, 07:37 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,151
Posted By RetiredFPD
If your pulling ANY kind of trailer over 5k GVW,...

If your pulling ANY kind of trailer over 5k GVW, diesel blows ANY gasser away, torque, power, suspension...EVERYTHING. I've hauled heavy trailers with both gas (big block) and diesel...NO...
Forum: Just Conversation 07-20-2013, 07:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,569
Posted By RetiredFPD
Im a retired copper....I don't care who your are,...

Im a retired copper....I don't care who your are, that's funny right there!
Forum: Just Conversation 07-20-2013, 07:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,260
Posted By RetiredFPD
Vancouver eh? What'd it cost you eh? jWe Just...

Vancouver eh? What'd it cost you eh? jWe Just came back from Vc, BC eh? Won't go back. $9 hamburgers....$13 Fish n chips....$6.00 beer....5.25 gallon gas.....terrible traffic...two hour wait at...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 07-20-2013, 09:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,417
Posted By RetiredFPD
Once a month on the Gen like everyone is telling...

Once a month on the Gen like everyone is telling you. Roll the tires to diff positions. Wood is a good idea for tires when stored, but for sure no direct dirt (mud or puddles), gravel (can impress...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 07-20-2013, 09:17 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,272
Posted By RetiredFPD
Why?

Keystone Fuzion 383 (40') Chosen mainly due to floor plan. Garage converts into open living room when unloaded (ent. center, 2 recliners, carpet, etc) offering much more living space, BUT, there are...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-07-2013, 05:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,316
Posted By RetiredFPD
How confident are you with your rig? A...

How confident are you with your rig? A challenge. Good brakes, engine brake, and driving techniques a must, but a scenic drive for sure....well....for the passenger unless they're a "white...
Forum: Just Conversation 07-07-2013, 05:39 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,947
Posted By RetiredFPD
If it takes you that long, you're taking too much...

If it takes you that long, you're taking too much stuff with you. Remember the "THREE TRIP RULE". If you don't use something after three outings, leave it behind. Keep your RV stocked with...
Forum: Just Conversation 07-07-2013, 05:29 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 11,977
Posted By RetiredFPD
Blah., blah, blah...liberal tree hugger crap! ...

Blah., blah, blah...liberal tree hugger crap! I'm outside, I'm not in someone's else's campsite or sitting outside their door. I might...MIGHT....move my chair a bit if you ask nicely. Campfire...
Forum: Just Conversation 07-07-2013, 05:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,076
Posted By RetiredFPD
Full-timers. We winter in Yuma....Oct/Nov thru...

Full-timers. We winter in Yuma....Oct/Nov thru May 1. Absolutely LOVE it. We bail out and head North for travel before the heat really sets in. This is our third year. I had so many...
Forum: Duramax Engine Forum 07-06-2013, 03:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,755
Posted By RetiredFPD
75% at 10k surprises me...you sure about both? At...

75% at 10k surprises me...you sure about both? At 10k it should be indicating 25 - 40 % depending on how crappy the diesel (CA or bio) is in your area. 75% at 10k does not sound right at all. I'd be...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 07-02-2013, 08:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,093
Posted By RetiredFPD
Ground, gas can or whatever blows your skirt...

Ground, gas can or whatever blows your skirt up....the point is to get those few ounces out of the hose and pump so the pump is free of fuel.
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 07-02-2013, 06:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,093
Posted By RetiredFPD
Been full-timing for a little over two years now...

Been full-timing for a little over two years now in a 40' KS Fuzion 383 pulled by an '07 Dura HD2500 (with some mods I've done). We chose the 383 because of the floor plan (garage becomes living room...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 07-01-2013, 06:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,752
Posted By RetiredFPD
Another Harley note. When hauling over long...

Another Harley note. When hauling over long distance (2-3 days between unloading) the oil in the top end of the rear cylinder can shake down and leave the top end dry as a bone. you'll notice it...
Forum: Duramax Engine Forum 07-01-2013, 06:29 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 29,959
Posted By RetiredFPD
Not unless you make some changes to the truck...

Not unless you make some changes to the truck i.e. lose the DPF, Cat, get a good programmer or ECM, cold air intake, etc. If you go stock there will be no change but I recommend you put some gauges...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 07-01-2013, 06:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,310
Posted By RetiredFPD
Just made the trip from Monum Vly to Moab, then...

Just made the trip from Monum Vly to Moab, then up and around to Cedar City. We pull a 40' FWTH. The reason we like Cedar City is it's close to Bryce (1.25 hrs), Zion (1 hr), and reasonably close...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 06-23-2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 554
Posted By RetiredFPD
WA I-5 Bridge

Anyone have any hard info on the bridge on I-5? (actual "eyes on", not "heard that.....") Thx
Forum: Duramax Engine Forum 06-23-2013, 07:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,300
Posted By RetiredFPD
Allison Transm

Take it to an Allison diesel truck repair facl. other than the dealer and get a second opinion. Allisons are very hard to break...granted not cheap to work on when they do, but VERY hard to break....
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 06-23-2013, 07:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,752
Posted By RetiredFPD
Whatever works for you pal, but too much trouble...

Whatever works for you pal, but too much trouble lifting the front end?....pushing a button? LMAO!
Forum: Duramax Engine Forum 06-15-2013, 07:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,748
Posted By RetiredFPD
Yup GM finally fixed that prob starting in 06/07...

Yup GM finally fixed that prob starting in 06/07 with the LBZ engine
Forum: Just Conversation 06-15-2013, 07:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,563
Posted By RetiredFPD
Gotta be careful about E-8. Rubber seals in lots...

Gotta be careful about E-8. Rubber seals in lots of engines don't react well to E-8 as a steady diet. What you save in fuel costs you'll pay for in spades having an engine rebuilt. Need to check...
Forum: Just Conversation 06-15-2013, 07:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,563
Posted By RetiredFPD
FYI....Feds (Obama's EPA) are drumming up a new...

FYI....Feds (Obama's EPA) are drumming up a new tax on FF vehs. Seems they don't like folks not paying as much gas tax. Coming to a theatre near you in 2014
Forum: Just Conversation 06-15-2013, 07:03 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 9,432
Posted By RetiredFPD
First thing is smile and say "not like I'm...

First thing is smile and say "not like I'm enjoying this...be done when I'm done pal". If that doesn't work then these four words have always worked well for me....middle finger pepper spray. A...
Forum: Duramax Engine Forum 06-15-2013, 06:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,748
Posted By RetiredFPD
If it was running fine with no codes before you...

If it was running fine with no codes before you changed the filter, then it has to be a fuel flow problem.
Forum: Duramax Engine Forum 06-15-2013, 06:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,748
Posted By RetiredFPD
is it throwing a code?

is it throwing a code?
Forum: Duramax Engine Forum 06-15-2013, 06:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,748
Posted By RetiredFPD
You open the air bleed screw on top when you...

You open the air bleed screw on top when you pumped it?
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 06-15-2013, 06:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 912
Posted By RetiredFPD
Gonna be tough I think. WW went out of business I...

Gonna be tough I think. WW went out of business I heard. OE stuff and parts hard to come by. Might have to look at other options like facia covering of some type. I made some changes to my Fuzion wp...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 06-11-2013, 06:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,730
Posted By RetiredFPD
No contest for towing. Diesel will blow gas away...

No contest for towing. Diesel will blow gas away EVERY time. Even big blocks can't compare with the D towing torque. Despite what you might hear, diesels require no more maint than gas, BUT, you...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 06-11-2013, 06:44 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,730
Posted By RetiredFPD
$150 oil change? Wow...somebody's getting in...

$150 oil change? Wow...somebody's getting in your pocket unless you've changed the system to the Lucas dual filter system and are running the 16 qts of Lucas full syn. and both Lucas filters, but...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 06-11-2013, 06:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,020
Posted By RetiredFPD
'07 Dura .6.6 LBZ 4wd Silv Classic. 4" cat back...

'07 Dura .6.6 LBZ 4wd Silv Classic. 4" cat back exhaust. Bullydog GT. Cold air intake. EGR Block. Syn fluids. Regularly get 22-23 hwy solo. 10-13 towing 14k FWTH at 63 mph.
Forum: Just Conversation 06-10-2013, 07:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,705
Posted By RetiredFPD
In all probability, this behavior has been around...

In all probability, this behavior has been around a lot longer than a year and you are now more aware of it since you're together 24-7. Seek some professional assistance with it and get to the root...
Forum: Just Conversation 06-10-2013, 07:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,035
Posted By RetiredFPD
Long time tire guy here. TOTAL BS! 20" tires...

Long time tire guy here. TOTAL BS! 20" tires will not work on a 19.5 wheel. Even it you could get the bead to seal, as soon as it began to air to any substantial pressure it the bead would blow...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-09-2013, 07:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,439
Posted By RetiredFPD
We winter in Yuma. Mine started looking crappy...

We winter in Yuma. Mine started looking crappy from the road so I took it off, stripped it, then took it across to Los Algodones and had a desert mural painted all the way around it in colors that...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 06-09-2013, 07:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 915
Posted By RetiredFPD
Call the mfg., not a misc dealer.

Call the mfg., not a misc dealer.
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-07-2013, 07:47 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 12,993
Posted By RetiredFPD
Yeah...found that out before I used it. I kept...

Yeah...found that out before I used it. I kept the card as a "just in case" card but I never use it. Similar deal to your wife purchasing clothes at 15% off at the dept. store, then paying for it...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 06-07-2013, 07:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,752
Posted By RetiredFPD
Heavy M/C Unloading

Just info for anyone who might be interested and has a big heavy bike. I have a Yam RSV dresser, 800lbs. For the past two years I've always had a thrilling time unloading the beast from my 40' Fuzion...
Forum: Duramax Engine Forum 06-01-2013, 06:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,131
Posted By RetiredFPD
Change the Allison spin-on EVERY time you change...

Change the Allison spin-on EVERY time you change your engine oil. Don't go by mileage. Also be wary of your DTC engine oil change reminder. Sometime it can let you go too long between changes. I...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 05-23-2013, 06:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,022
Posted By RetiredFPD
You're teeter-tottering. Need to distribute your...

You're teeter-tottering. Need to distribute your weight a bit. If you bed/hitch can take more, put some more weight up front. If not, get an air bag/shock for the pin-box.
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 05-23-2013, 06:50 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,407
Posted By RetiredFPD
I take the dogs and leave the...

I take the dogs and leave the wife....ouch!...just got punched. Anyway, we leave 'em. They're acclimated well. Plenty of F&W and AC set to 83. We normally leave 'em for up to 5-6 hours, but longer...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-23-2013, 06:24 PM
Replies: 22,961
Views: 1,837,826
Posted By RetiredFPD
Threads are like -e-mails. You can't get any...

Threads are like -e-mails. You can't get any voice inflection so sometimes it seems harsh when it's not meant to be. Just use care in the wording, oh and lay off the exclamation points. Some folks...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-23-2013, 06:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,403
Posted By RetiredFPD
CW is just ok, but lots of cheap-o stuff that...

CW is just ok, but lots of cheap-o stuff that doesn't last and they sell it for prem. $$$. Eye candy and that's what they count on. Look on line. Lots of better stuff for less money. Do your...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-23-2013, 06:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 949
Posted By RetiredFPD
Yup Vent covers are good insurance against the...

Yup Vent covers are good insurance against the sensor going bad while your away, but all things being equal, the simplest answer is the best....shut the vents and roll up the awning when you're away...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-23-2013, 06:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 16,630
Posted By RetiredFPD
Contact the mfg of the rig direct.

Contact the mfg of the rig direct.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 05-23-2013, 06:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 670
Posted By RetiredFPD
X2 Filter bad idea Very restrictive. Shop...

X2 Filter bad idea Very restrictive. Shop vac good. Pull the grill and vac it out once in a while.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-23-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 266
Views: 18,284
Posted By RetiredFPD
Raised both my girls on these two: Good...

Raised both my girls on these two:

Good judgment comes from experience......experience comes from bad judgment

If you act irresponsibly and place yourself in a situation beyond your control,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-23-2013, 05:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,488
Posted By RetiredFPD
firm just a reminder for those who didn't catch...

firm just a reminder for those who didn't catch it. I had to help my bud out so it reminded me to remind others
Forum: Duramax Engine Forum 05-23-2013, 05:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,131
Posted By RetiredFPD
Allison magnet

When your spin-on transm filter is changed, dont' let the magnet get tossed out with the old filter. Happens all the time. Also, if buy an after market filter, make sure it has the three tabs on...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-23-2013, 05:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 753
Posted By RetiredFPD
Make sure you lock it to the post. It'll walk...

Make sure you lock it to the post. It'll walk off if you don't. I use a high strength bike cable. IF someone really wants it they're gonna get it, but at least it keeps honest people....honest. ...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 05-23-2013, 07:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 848
Posted By RetiredFPD
South out through Jackson Hole is pretty cool way...

South out through Jackson Hole is pretty cool way to exit also. When you come in from the East and if you are going to traverse the Big Horn mountains, 16 out of Buffalo WY, is the best. 14 is...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 05-23-2013, 07:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,021
Posted By RetiredFPD
All good. Only time you want to avoid Donner is...

All good. Only time you want to avoid Donner is when there is ANY threat of snow. You're gonna hit traffic no matter....it's CA, but if you live in Reno, no worse than that 395/80...
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