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Forum: Campgrounds & Destinations 10-10-2012, 06:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,800
Posted By Firecapt
Thanks everyone! This gives us some great info...

Thanks everyone! This gives us some great info to help with our trip planning.
Forum: Campgrounds & Destinations 10-06-2012, 07:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,800
Posted By Firecapt
Amish country

For those of you who live in Ohio & Pennsylvania, or those of you who have traveled through the area I have a question:

We will be traveling across country and coming from Vermont on our way to...
Forum: General RV Issues 09-19-2012, 07:17 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 25,604
Posted By Firecapt
California, like all states, has what are called...

California, like all states, has what are called "reciprocal agreements" with all other states.

What this means for you is that as long as you are properly licensed to drive/tow in your home...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 09-19-2012, 03:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 15,003
Posted By Firecapt
Here's some additional pics I got from another...

Here's some additional pics I got from another forum years ago. They show the mounting, which is a cut & modified cheap handtruck (available from Costco, Home Depot, etc. for about $20). Also...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 09-12-2012, 08:17 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 20,585
Posted By Firecapt
Thumbs up I'm with Hankpage, I've seen the posts (on...

I'm with Hankpage,

I've seen the posts (on more than one forum) about various lighting schemes including:

- Patio lights
- Bucket lights
- mods that keep the coach lights on or flashing
-...
Forum: General RV Issues 09-10-2012, 02:18 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 25,604
Posted By Firecapt
All I can cite is my original post and this link...

All I can cite is my original post and this link to the California DMV website that states the legal requirements.

https://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/dl648/dl648pt5.htm

When I went into DMV to get my...
Forum: General RV Issues 09-06-2012, 10:10 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 25,604
Posted By Firecapt
Exclamation Alert for all California RV'ers

A word of warning to all California RV'ers:

About 6 months ago a friend of mine who, like me, has a 5er, was involved in an accident. The other driver was uninsured but my friend wasn’t concerned...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 09-06-2012, 09:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,304
Posted By Firecapt
AlCorr, It would help those of us "less than...

AlCorr,

It would help those of us "less than technical" people if you would describe/picture exactly how you did this. The switch, how it was wired in, mounted, positioned, parts list, etc.

I...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 09-06-2012, 09:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,145
Posted By Firecapt
I'm sorry to disagree with Halibutman214 but if...

I'm sorry to disagree with Halibutman214 but if you "over ride" a fuse by using aluminum foil or another piece of metal you are circumventing the reason for the fuse to be there to begin with, which...
Forum: New Member Check in! 09-03-2012, 05:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,042
Posted By Firecapt
Terrydactile is right and for the reasons he...

Terrydactile is right and for the reasons he stated, you should replace the Coroplast after you have done whatever you intended to do under the coach. If for no other reason, than to protect the...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 09-02-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,053
Posted By Firecapt
This topic is really a pet peeve of mine. If I...

This topic is really a pet peeve of mine. If I need an owners/repair manual for just about anything I buy I will either get one with the product or can download a replacement online.

The RV...
Forum: New Member Check in! 09-02-2012, 05:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,042
Posted By Firecapt
I don't believe "C" is true; that said, I do...

I don't believe "C" is true; that said, I do believe A&B are part of the equation. The enclosed bottom also serves to protect vulnerable components from damage during travel (electrical, hoses,...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 08-18-2012, 09:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,531
Posted By Firecapt
Just had 4 installed a few days ago at Discount...

Just had 4 installed a few days ago at Discount Tire/Americas tire. Mounted, balanced, new valve stems, and replacement certificate for $600 (out the door). Best price I could find
Forum: Keystone Questions 08-18-2012, 09:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 15,855
Posted By Firecapt
We have the same air mattress that we use in our...

We have the same air mattress that we use in our stick house when our Son has a friend over for a sleep-over. We had the same problem with the valve. We have replaced two of them. :eek:

The...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-18-2012, 08:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,343
Posted By Firecapt
Wheel bearing temperatures

Does anyone know what temperature range wheel bearings should be at during use after maybe 100 miles or so at 70 to 85 degree ambient temp? I will be measuring with an infrared heat detector at the...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 08-20-2011, 08:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,213
Posted By Firecapt
Unhappy Starlight 1000 (motion light)

Just a heads-up on the Star Light 1000 https://www.starlightsinc.com/shop/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=11&idcategory=4. I’ve had one for about 3 years and it has worked well. Recently, I had to change...
Forum: General RV Issues 08-20-2011, 07:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,421
Posted By Firecapt
I'm with Saabdoctor, we turn the WH on about...

I'm with Saabdoctor, we turn the WH on about 20-30 minutes before we need it then turn it off after use.

The caveat to this is if we are on full hookups, and have switched the WH to electric, we...
Forum: General RV Issues 08-20-2011, 07:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,503
Posted By Firecapt
Thumbs up I also have the EMS HW30C. It's the greatest!!! ...

I also have the EMS HW30C. It's the greatest!!! It has protected us against too high voltage, too low voltage, and a mis-wired plug.

Since it's hardwired (easy to install) there is no need to...
Forum: Travel Trailers 07-20-2011, 08:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,186
Posted By Firecapt
Where is the check valve/white disk located? ...

Where is the check valve/white disk located? :confused:
Forum: Technical Corner 07-14-2011, 06:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,273
Posted By Firecapt
I installed a Progressive Industries hard wired...

I installed a Progressive Industries hard wired unit into our 5er and couldn't be happier. Since installation it has cut power due to low voltage, and in one case badly wired post. If something goes...
Forum: Keystone Questions 06-30-2011, 08:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,007
Posted By Firecapt
Try looking at this site: ...

Try looking at this site:

https://www.precisiontemp.com/

:D
Forum: General RV Issues 05-25-2011, 03:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,856
Posted By Firecapt
Thanks for all the suggestions!! :) This...

Thanks for all the suggestions!! :)

This forum (and its members) are awesome!
Forum: Towing 05-13-2011, 08:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,109
Posted By Firecapt
I've been using a Trailair kingpin for about 5...

I've been using a Trailair kingpin for about 5 years now. It only requires about 30 psi for the airbag, you could easily inflate it with a manual pump or compressor. It didn't change the height of...
Forum: General RV Issues 05-06-2011, 07:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,856
Posted By Firecapt
Best walkie talkie?

I have Audiovox, Cobra, and Motorola walkie talkies from various years. The latest is the Motorola, and while the range seems to be OK, the audio is not! There doesn't seem to be one brand/unit that...
Forum: Campgrounds & Destinations 04-20-2011, 08:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,149
Posted By Firecapt
Question Hoffbrew, If you don't mind me asking what...

Hoffbrew,

If you don't mind me asking what did you have to pay for a membership, and what do you get as part of the package? :D
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