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Forum: Just Conversation 05-13-2023, 03:48 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,223
Posted By alpenlite29
What I thought was a basic shoulder surgery!

Anyone have experience with a shoulder replacement and recovery time while rving?[/QUOTE]

I HAD RIGHT SHOULDER SURGERY IN NOVEMBER OF 2022, STARTED P.T. WHICH IS ALMOST MANDATORY BY DOCTORS...FOR...
Forum: Just Conversation 04-10-2023, 09:00 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,223
Posted By alpenlite29
I hope I am the exception to shoulder surgery? ...

I hope I am the exception to shoulder surgery? My bursa sack was 95% torn, 5 muscles and tendons resewed and some bone spurs between the shoulder bones were removed.

OOOOOUCH! that was november...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-10-2023, 08:29 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,043
Posted By alpenlite29
They Dont have a Credit Card License

A reputable business of any kind has credit card associations. If they don't? More then likely visa or who ever deleted their account for unfair business practices.
Always get a repair estimate! ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-06-2023, 09:07 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,831
Posted By alpenlite29
Batteries., THE REST OF THE STORY!

When if comes to batteries.....CLEANLINESS is a must. Both on the surfaces and the cable connections. When you have dirty or improper connections....a battery will neither charge properly when...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-06-2023, 08:30 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 9,464
Posted By alpenlite29
Many ADA Handicap spots are for real people who...

Many ADA Handicap spots are for real people who have needs. You only have to have people who abuse the law of our land to understand...just how selfish and self centered they are.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-06-2023, 03:58 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,091
Posted By alpenlite29
Clean OIL and Filters are your Cheapest insurance!

You got your moneys worth out of the old tranny oil and filter.
The key to your inspections is, you will get to see the OIL PAN RESIDUALS and the Filter Contamination's, if you ask them for some...
Forum: Boondocking 04-05-2023, 09:57 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 17,532
Posted By alpenlite29
Montazumas revenge

We travel all over the USA, we always keep at least 1/2 tank of fresh water for bathroom trips etc. The main thing we do is always buy Bottled Water/6-8 Gallons. We find CRYSTAL GEYSER water to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-19-2022, 06:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,586
Posted By alpenlite29
( You said it is on a slide that you experience...

( You said it is on a slide that you experience low voltage below 12V? Educated guess is that you have a poor Ground that is indicated by the 8Volt reading you described. Run a new, KNOWN GROUND from...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-19-2022, 06:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,586
Posted By alpenlite29
It takes positive and a ground to make full voltage

(( You said it is on a slide that you experience low voltage below 12V? Educated guess is that you have a poor Ground that is indicated by the 8Volt reading you described. Run a new, KNOWN GROUND...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 04-12-2022, 08:23 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,537
Posted By alpenlite29
You guys/gals took away all of my bragging...

You guys/gals took away all of my bragging rights. My shop has 20 amp, 30 amp and 50 amp RV style outlets. So I can also use many other tools, welders etc. I also have a complete RV type Station...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 04-12-2022, 07:48 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 10,796
Posted By alpenlite29
Rv water pressure

My 2 cents:CITY WATER PRESSURE IS 50-55 psi. I never turn the water on quickly. A lot of head pressure or water weight from tanks at some RV Parks may give a impact or shock to your components. ...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-19-2022, 07:33 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 195,709
Posted By alpenlite29
It is a NAME BRAND of a company that sells TPMS...

It is a NAME BRAND of a company that sells TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems for large Trucks and RV. It basically tells you about the air pressures in each tire.

A Truck system...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-06-2022, 08:17 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 12,940
Posted By alpenlite29
LOVE YOUR 933 plan, but for me to remember...

LOVE YOUR 933 plan, but for me to remember it....?

I will call it the 93003 RV ZIP CODE!
Forum: Vintage RV's 02-06-2022, 08:02 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,079
Posted By alpenlite29
Exclamation Is it a good or bad idea to buy an older diesel...

Is it a good or bad idea to buy an older diesel pusher?

If it drives safely? Then beware of Routine maintenance cost, unless you can do the work yourself. Most RV's with time always need to be...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-04-2022, 07:37 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 12,940
Posted By alpenlite29
Dawn to dusk driving hours

Question is how many hours each day do you limit yourself driving on long trips? What do most retirees limit themselves to drive a Class A in one day and still feel safe driving?[/QUOTE]

At 74 I...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-13-2021, 10:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,711
Posted By alpenlite29
The maximum weight allowed is always determined...

The maximum weight allowed is always determined by the load rating of the tire load rating, which should be 10 ply "E" rated. Also depends on your truck drive axle load rating, 1/2 3/4 1 ton?
...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 12-13-2021, 10:10 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,992
Posted By alpenlite29
THE OLDEST TRICK IN THE BOOKS ON LEAKS! attach a...

THE OLDEST TRICK IN THE BOOKS ON LEAKS! attach a piece of news paper to a large piece of card board. Put the card board paper under the area of concern and leave it at least over night or longer,...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-13-2021, 09:54 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 17,046
Posted By alpenlite29
Before you get ulcers...Have a Recreation room...

Before you get ulcers...Have a Recreation room building built along side your home..it is cheaper then LAW and LAWYERS....just dont get a permit for a RV Garage. If you do the HOA "GODS" will stop...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-21-2021, 09:38 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 12,450
Posted By alpenlite29
just be "HONEST"

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" I HAVE A VERY HONEST ANSWER FOR WHAT TO DO" SINCE YOUR NEPHEWS WIFE MAY WANT TO COME....TELL HER, SHE IS STAYING IN THE BACK SEAT OF...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 03-13-2021, 02:40 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 10,191
Posted By alpenlite29
Diesel purchase cost is higher, more expensive...

Diesel purchase cost is higher, more expensive oil changes, pretty much carefree and with great power. For more money you get more noise when starting...smoke and fumes and additional costs. ( The...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-11-2021, 07:50 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 18,258
Posted By alpenlite29
MICKEY MOUSE CURES and ANT MINNY

The shingle this is a great idea. We carry coarse steel wool to close any areas that we see. I guess Mickey doesn't like steel wool? You can use this in your home as well.
We also went into a...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-09-2021, 07:23 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 13,022
Posted By alpenlite29
"KERB WEIGHT, the edge of a raised path nearest the road

The gross weight is the curb weight plus payload. It’s often represented by the letters GVWR for gross vehicle weight rating. When examining the placard with the curb weight and payload information,...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 02-28-2021, 07:48 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 13,022
Posted By alpenlite29
Increased payloads. Simple put.

A "PAYLOAD" is a specific weight assigned to a vehicle 1/2 ton 3/4 ton 1 ton.
These identifiers are federally mandated and certified. The legal aspect is about Engineering this vehicle...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 02-17-2021, 06:43 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 23,683
Posted By alpenlite29
1 ton rough rides better loaded then empty

Everything I say is brainstorming and my experience. Go to a first class tire shop and ask if they could lower the air pressure in your tire to a "SAFE LIMIT" on the air pressure on all of the...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 02-16-2021, 08:18 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 23,683
Posted By alpenlite29
Is your 15,500 weight your axle weight or total combination weight?

Surely added comfort/safety in the DRW vehicles. I drive a 2003 dodge long bed with single rear wheels. 2WD My combination weight...truck and trailer is 21,500 pounds The axle weight on my trailer...
Forum: Solo RV'ers 08-26-2019, 11:26 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 17,058
Posted By alpenlite29
Suttle hints

You know she is not the right woman for you.....when she gives you a Restraining Order for your Birthday!

a legal gift order issued against an individual to restrict or prohibit access or...
Forum: Vintage RV's 03-21-2019, 07:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,731
Posted By alpenlite29
Your hurting my 25 year old Alpenlite 5th wheels...

Your hurting my 25 year old Alpenlite 5th wheels feelings. She prefers to be called; PAID FOR....not "VINTAGE" She has roughly 140,000 miles. She has a new roof..carpet. heater, A/C unit, micro...
Forum: Vintage RV's 03-21-2019, 07:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 794
Posted By alpenlite29
GROUNDS are found with VOLT METERS.

Start at your battery, with any volt meter. HARBOR FREIGHT for $7 or free in their ads. Write down your voltage: lets say 12.5....then keep going down stream with your electrical...connections. ...
Forum: Vintage RV's 03-21-2019, 06:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,016
Posted By alpenlite29
DEAR DR DANIELS, Just call me JACK! Some...

DEAR DR DANIELS, Just call me JACK!

Some solenoids have to be grounded as some components on ONANs are on rubber mounts. Try using a "VOLT METER"....hook it up and see the voltage...
Forum: Just Conversation 03-04-2019, 12:13 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,791
Posted By alpenlite29
The Most common problem today is...they don't...

The Most common problem today is...they don't teach the 4 R's in school. READING , RITING, RITHMATIC AND RESPECT. Way to many are infected with Lead-Assosous and spend all of their life learning...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 03-03-2019, 11:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,421
Posted By alpenlite29
I disconnect the negative battery cable if I plan...

I disconnect the negative battery cable if I plan to leave a vehicle unused for a month. Even the new battery's in Walmart will lose voltage in 2 months. A couple of culprits that draw micro...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-03-2019, 11:29 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 16,928
Posted By alpenlite29
The basics of RV Electricity are: ONE A/C unit...

The basics of RV Electricity are: ONE A/C unit with refrigerator, invert-er 120v to 12 volts,battery charger and in many cases water heater are considered the basic complement for a 30 amp service....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 03-03-2019, 11:11 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 66,204
Posted By alpenlite29
ONAN make all types of Generators. GAS DIESEL...

ONAN make all types of Generators. GAS DIESEL and PROPANE powered. 996 hours is nothing if the oil and filters are changed routinely. Most Honda and Yamaha generators do not have oil filters....so...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-22-2019, 08:02 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 19,521
Posted By alpenlite29
I think you either need another mechanic...or go...

I think you either need another mechanic...or go through YOU TUBE or surely plenty of trouble shooting guides on line for that symptom. A flash light and peeking around may identify your problem. ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 02-22-2019, 07:47 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 12,302
Posted By alpenlite29
Can the Spin cycle be controlled by a manual...

Can the Spin cycle be controlled by a manual button or switch that you can have a repair person add to your washer? I am old school.....if it spun before....why can't I just make it spin with my own...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 02-21-2019, 11:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,432
Posted By alpenlite29
UNHOOK YOUR TRAILER Connector

Biggest rule to remember. ALWAYS disconnect your Truck electrical plug from your trailer. As many people boondocking find out the hard way....that as they use electricity in your trailer...you will...
Forum: Just Conversation 02-21-2019, 11:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,702
Posted By alpenlite29
Stay out of LOUISIANA I-10

Yes 3 years in a row...I traveled the I-10. It beat me...my Dodge truck and 30ft 5th wheel to a point I had to travel under 50MPH many times. At one point I left the highway and took farm and...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 02-08-2019, 06:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,996
Posted By alpenlite29
My TWO CENTS. Self adjusting brakes may cost...

My TWO CENTS. Self adjusting brakes may cost 30% more then Manual adjusters...Maybe $60.00 per axle or $120 total for both axles. I travel from West to the East and back, crossing most mountain...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-08-2019, 08:50 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,700
Posted By alpenlite29
Great suggestion Bob on checking the box height...

Great suggestion Bob on checking the box height or distance from the bed of your truck to the horizontal distance of the trailer. I think that is suppose to be 5" to 6". It also can change the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-07-2019, 07:56 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,700
Posted By alpenlite29
Don't forget TRAILER INSURANCE before you get...

Don't forget TRAILER INSURANCE before you get there or Quickly. MOSTLY MAKE THEM OPERATE EVERYTHING...from LIGHTS TO TOILETS...Spare tire...JACK. Heater...water heater..Refrigerator stove microwave...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-07-2019, 07:38 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 12,902
Posted By alpenlite29
Safety first

The safe way is to put blocks of wood under your tires and chock your wheels where the vehicle can not roll. Put in park and set parking brake.
Jack stands work wonderful, but if one falls for...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-06-2019, 10:11 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 195,709
Posted By alpenlite29
Axletek dexter style

I purchased what I thought were 12 x 2 DEXTER brake assembly's. They were cleverly advertised as "DEXTER" style brake assembly, or let me believe they were made by DEXTER....Dexter needs to go after...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 01-31-2019, 10:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,395
Posted By alpenlite29
PIN weight

I wonder if people are confusing PIN weight with rear axle/drive axle of the truck with trailer. When I cross the scales my Drive axle is roughly 6800......but that is with a 65 gallon auxilary fuel...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-29-2019, 11:24 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 26,415
Posted By alpenlite29
Hydralic parking brake system

I recently helped repair a 1995 Chevy chassis 30 class A. It had the Parking brake on the drive shaft.......that was cable engaged by by the power steering hydraulic pump on the engine. It released...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-28-2019, 09:09 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 26,415
Posted By alpenlite29
https://youtu.be/IXx-USs7H6Q This video shows...

https://youtu.be/IXx-USs7H6Q This video shows how to adjust your brake controller prior to any trip or trailer. Also the newer trailer brakes, I believe to be self adjusting...but they only adjust...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 01-27-2019, 06:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,395
Posted By alpenlite29
GVWR and TEN PLY TIRE WEIGHT RATING

GVWR for a dodge 4 door 8 foot bed 3500 diesel is 9900 pounds. PAYLOAD is 3150 pounds.
GAWR (front) 4750
GAWR (rear) 6150

The realistic and legal load of a vehicle is the tires. Most 1...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-27-2019, 04:54 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 26,415
Posted By alpenlite29
Just some basic concepts of the brake system? ...

Just some basic concepts of the brake system? Was the Brake wire FUSED? Did a fuse blow? If I set my brake controller on HIGH...my trailer tires lock up??? Are your tires flat spotted from...
Forum: RV LIFE Trip Wizard - Trip Planner Topics 01-25-2019, 08:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,885
Posted By alpenlite29
Thanks....also these areas get very cold at sun...

Thanks....also these areas get very cold at sun down....freezing temperatures at night from Santa Fe to Williams area as I recall.....in LATE APRIL.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-25-2019, 08:28 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 16,604
Posted By alpenlite29
STORY POLE Safety Stick

I just use a fat measuring tape. To check the clearances, Keep it in the side door of my truck. If you want to make a stick/STORY POLE..make it with markings. One length for horizontal distance of...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 01-24-2019, 05:59 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 12,696
Posted By alpenlite29
Top three things

1. I BOUNCE or check Air Pressure in all tires. INCLUDING SPARE TIRES.

2. I check all the lights because with a trailer...if you don't see lights...your
brakes probably won't be working...
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