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Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 03-19-2015, 07:10 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,853
Posted By gggplaya
With the internet these days and basically a...

With the internet these days and basically a database for everything. You can use an app on your phone or web browser to find the local nearest stations. I use TV Antenna Helper linked below which...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 01-23-2015, 08:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,100
Posted By gggplaya
Titan was definitely the better tow vehicle for...

Titan was definitely the better tow vehicle for that year, a torquier engine and a 5 speed transmission helped it take the top spot. The engine was designed specifically for towing, has very good...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 12-01-2014, 08:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,764
Posted By gggplaya
How much did that steel carport cost you? ...

How much did that steel carport cost you?

For me, i just didn't feel a "on-demand" water heater was saving much since i normally turn mine on and off manually anyways. It would just be saving you...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 10-22-2014, 01:31 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 39,344
Posted By gggplaya
It's an $8,000 option on sprinters in Europe. I...

It's an $8,000 option on sprinters in Europe. I would assume it would be close to the same when it hits the states. So whatever a sprinter rv costs over top of a promaster rv costs today, just add...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 10-20-2014, 06:52 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 39,344
Posted By gggplaya
Except after next year when mercedes releases the...

Except after next year when mercedes releases the 4WD sprinter model here in the U.S. :D

But in my experience at work using 4WD trucks working in the field off road from spring-fall. It's rare i...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 10-15-2014, 07:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,762
Posted By gggplaya
Wow, they have a used travato with 700 miles on...

Wow, they have a used travato with 700 miles on it for $68k. The previous owners i guess decided it wasn't for them and took a large loss on it.
Used 2014 Winnebago Travato 59G Motor Home Class B...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 10-13-2014, 06:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,201
Posted By gggplaya
I would hardly call that downsizing, and i can't...

I would hardly call that downsizing, and i can't really even justify putting that in the class B category. It's 31feet long. It's also based on the aging econoline van which won't turn much better...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-08-2014, 11:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,042
Posted By gggplaya
The blue wire on the 7 pin connector comes from a...

The blue wire on the 7 pin connector comes from a traditional brake controller in the cab. This controller is connected to the brake light switch on your brake pedal, so it knows when you press the...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-08-2014, 08:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,042
Posted By gggplaya
Who sold you the prodigy RF??? Was it the...

Who sold you the prodigy RF??? Was it the dealer?? The prodigy RF was designed for people that share trailers often, or plans on moving the trailer from vehicle to vehicle often and doesn't want to...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-30-2014, 05:11 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,119
Posted By gggplaya
I think the payload will be close to the same as...

I think the payload will be close to the same as the 2014 model + the weight savings from the aluminum body(500-700lbs).
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-30-2014, 03:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,119
Posted By gggplaya
I put this in the towing forum, but a moderator...

I put this in the towing forum, but a moderator moved it to class c forum for some reason?
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-29-2014, 08:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,119
Posted By gggplaya
New F150 has 3,300lbs of Payload??

Check out the news, new F150 has 3,300lbs of payload. That's 2500/3500 series truck territory. It has an all new aluminum body which saves it around 600-700lbs, but still retains the same frame...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-29-2014, 07:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,762
Posted By gggplaya
You should probably add the words "in the north"...

You should probably add the words "in the north" to that. When i was in arizona over the summer, there were a ton of RV dealerships and tons of empty rv campgrounds. I asked a local "what gives",...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-29-2014, 07:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,762
Posted By gggplaya
Well it might have been for insurance reasons. ...

Well it might have been for insurance reasons. Insurance would probably cost too much to have on RV's as opposed to a normal car dealership. Not everyone can start RV'ing and drive them around,...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-22-2014, 07:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 15,976
Posted By gggplaya
I absolutely hate it when people say diesel fuel...

I absolutely hate it when people say diesel fuel is more expensive to buy. If you're getting 11mpg with a gasser, and 16mpg with a diesel, that's a 50% improvement in mileage. Diesel fuel in most...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-16-2014, 12:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,913
Posted By gggplaya
I like LED lights more for visibility and...

I like LED lights more for visibility and redundancy. If doing it for power savings, yea a load resistor would negate the savings.

It's strange that ford engineers didn't test their system with...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-16-2014, 07:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,913
Posted By gggplaya
Those look like standard trailer lights, i would...

Those look like standard trailer lights, i would replace those with LED lights, just because i'm picky like that.
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-16-2014, 07:45 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 39,344
Posted By gggplaya
Some of their "design flaws", i don't really...

Some of their "design flaws", i don't really agree with. Like the engine shifting down too low for a hill. I think that's just a lack of experience with gas engines. These guys are from the UK, so...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-15-2014, 11:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,347
Posted By gggplaya
I think if fuel shot up to $6,$7,$8 a gallon,...

I think if fuel shot up to $6,$7,$8 a gallon, you'll see tons of class B's on the road, probably more along the lines of the sprinter chassis motorhome class C's. Typical american mentality is to...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-15-2014, 09:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,172
Posted By gggplaya
I'm just glad ford is working with quigley on a...

I'm just glad ford is working with quigley on a 4x4 conversion. They are also local here in York PA.
4x4 Vans : Quigley Motor Company, Inc. > News and Events > News & Events Detail...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-15-2014, 09:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,347
Posted By gggplaya
I only go to the hershey shows to get ideas for...

I only go to the hershey shows to get ideas for floorplans and materials. I personally wouldn't purchase one there. But the price of admission is well worth it to shop around and find what you...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-15-2014, 08:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,347
Posted By gggplaya
What's funny is i only live 45minutes away from...

What's funny is i only live 45minutes away from Hershey(in Lancaster) and i didn't go this year. Hopefully you at least went to chocolate world and took the tour.

So you're saying the interior of...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 09-15-2014, 07:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,172
Posted By gggplaya
The only real benefit of a Ford is that they have...

The only real benefit of a Ford is that they have the largest dealer network in the country. Not sure how many will work on commercial vans, but i've been all over the country, and even the smallest...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-01-2014, 07:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,221
Posted By gggplaya
Hate to burst your bubble and understanding on...

Hate to burst your bubble and understanding on vehicle electrical systems. But that's not accurate. Yellow top batteries are simply deep discharge batteries, nothing else special about them. If...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-28-2014, 09:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,500
Posted By gggplaya
I would measure your wheel gap before and after. ...

I would measure your wheel gap before and after. Air it up based on your wheel gap, and not necessarily the level of the 5th wheel. Perhaps you have a height issue with your hitch and and pin which...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-25-2014, 08:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,869
Posted By gggplaya
There's a huge descrepancy with that article and...

There's a huge descrepancy with that article and an agreement Obama made with all the largest american auto makers in 2011. In 2011 they revised the chart to reflect vehicle "footprint" which...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-24-2014, 09:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,869
Posted By gggplaya
I really don't think that's true. They have the...

I really don't think that's true. They have the Fiat Doblo coming to the states which should boast relatively high mpg for the RAM brand, and the V6 1500 gets 25mpg highway, and the ram minivan gets...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-23-2014, 08:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,869
Posted By gggplaya
Keep in mind that likely the Titan 5.0cummins V8...

Keep in mind that likely the Titan 5.0cummins V8 is likely going to be in the same ballpark as a 2500 pickup.

It made sense for Ram to go with a VM Motorri diesel engine because fiat own full...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-20-2014, 10:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,335
Posted By gggplaya
Much of what you're saying is based on...

Much of what you're saying is based on assumptions.

When you actually crunch the numbers, DEF is fairly negligible. The expected fill up interval is 10k miles, but even if you're getting worse...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-19-2014, 08:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,704
Posted By gggplaya
I would just disconnect the battery after you get...

I would just disconnect the battery after you get everything set up. They make quick disconnect terminals you can buy at NAPA auto parts.

If you've drained the battery several times, the plates...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-13-2014, 07:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,262
Posted By gggplaya
Now i don't have it, so i'm just speculating. ...

Now i don't have it, so i'm just speculating. But i think they just use a dual alternator kit which i think mercedes has, or nationalstarteralternator.com makes. Then just put a large battery bank...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-13-2014, 07:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,508
Posted By gggplaya
Because all on the road semi-trucks had to switch...

Because all on the road semi-trucks had to switch to tier4 emissions, and i think most if not all needed DEF if manufactured past 2010-2011. So essentially most truck stops will have it at a...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-12-2014, 06:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,231
Posted By gggplaya
Ram currently has Regular, Quad, Crew, Megacab. ...

Ram currently has Regular, Quad, Crew, Megacab.

The crew doors are just as big as the mega and the rear seats have just as much legroom, but the mega seats recline and have space for storage...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-10-2014, 09:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,231
Posted By gggplaya
No No, only the MEGACAB sits on a 2500 chassis. ...

No No, only the MEGACAB sits on a 2500 chassis. This is what a megacab looks like, has a few inches added behind the rear doors.

If you're considering that, i'd seriously consider a 2500 diesel. ...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-10-2014, 07:01 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 39,344
Posted By gggplaya
Ahh ok, i have a macerator in my basement, but...

Ahh ok, i have a macerator in my basement, but it's designed to move POO up a few feet into the main sewage line. It has little blades inside that spin and chop everything up, and a pump to move it...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-09-2014, 04:48 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 39,344
Posted By gggplaya
What's the point in even having a macerator...

What's the point in even having a macerator then??? Might as well just use a regular pump.
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-06-2014, 08:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,876
Posted By gggplaya
I prefer an electronic copy anyways because you...

I prefer an electronic copy anyways because you can use the search function and look for keywords. Much easier than flipping through a book.

Here you go, just save it to your laptop. ...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-05-2014, 01:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,876
Posted By gggplaya
My prius (battery in trunk) has the jumper posts...

My prius (battery in trunk) has the jumper posts in the fuse box under the hood. You have to take the fuse box cover off, then another little cover flips over to reveal a jumper spade.
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-05-2014, 10:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,980
Posted By gggplaya
They made the E series for so long with so little...

They made the E series for so long with so little changes that i wouldn't worry about parts in the future. The engines are the same as they used in their pickup trucks, and the chassis has been...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-03-2014, 12:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,876
Posted By gggplaya
You have to look at your trickle chargers manual....

You have to look at your trickle chargers manual. Even a thick 5ft wire can cause several hundred mV voltage drop. This confuses the charger.

Look at the chargers manual, most say to put the...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-03-2014, 12:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,697
Posted By gggplaya
Don't own an RV??? [Moderator Edit] are you...

Don't own an RV??? [Moderator Edit] are you talking about. I used to own a travel trailer, i've since switched to a sprinter campervan conversion that i did myself. I'll probably get another small...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 08-02-2014, 07:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,697
Posted By gggplaya
Not many offer as much insulation as say a...

Not many offer as much insulation as say a Northwood Artic fox. Personally it's probably the only brand i would trust in really cold conditions.

The problem is there are no standards. Most...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 08-01-2014, 02:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,234
Posted By gggplaya
Promaster van only came out this year, it will...

Promaster van only came out this year, it will take a little time. Winnebago is a way bigger company than most, so they have r&d people who they can dedicate to the new chassis.
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 07-30-2014, 08:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,234
Posted By gggplaya
Great west vans will be releasing theirs soon. ...

Great west vans will be releasing theirs soon. 2014 Classic | Great West Vans Conversions Inc. (https://www.greatwestvans.com/new-model/)

I think you'll start to see more promaster van conversions...
Forum: Class B Motorhome Discussions 07-29-2014, 10:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,980
Posted By gggplaya
The feature you're talking about is called a "dry...

The feature you're talking about is called a "dry bath". That's hard to find in a class B, but generally available in most class C's. Class B's are generally shorter, slim VANS. Easier to maneuver...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-29-2014, 10:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,636
Posted By gggplaya
Wow, that's terrible. Does she have the touring...

Wow, that's terrible. Does she have the touring package?? The wider 17" wheels drops you 2-3mpg. Does she not have her tires inflated to 40+psi?? That drops you 2-3mpg as well on the prius. Does...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-29-2014, 09:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,853
Posted By gggplaya
OK gotcha, yea i think a directional antenna...

OK gotcha, yea i think a directional antenna would help you isolate signals much better, and essentially give you better range.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-29-2014, 09:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 42,800
Posted By gggplaya
I think you would be overweight if you tried to...

I think you would be overweight if you tried to put a harley in the bed of your pickup and tow. The dry hitch weight of this thing is 770lbs. The loaded hitch weight is more, plus 100lbs for the WD...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 07-28-2014, 11:45 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,853
Posted By gggplaya
So why can't you have satelite in your home and...

So why can't you have satelite in your home and then just take the reciever with you on the road?


here's an automatic satelite dish.
DISH Tailgater Satellite Antenna - King Controls VQ2500 -...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-28-2014, 11:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,056
Posted By gggplaya
I wouldn't worry about starting a diesel in the...

I wouldn't worry about starting a diesel in the winter with any of the modern trucks.

We are replacing our fleet of service trucks with new Ram diesels, BTW, diesel engines are the same between...
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