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Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 04-20-2024, 05:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 354
Posted By tinkerreknit
It's a port for solar panel wiring - a waterproof...

It's a port for solar panel wiring - a waterproof box to get the panel wiring through the roof.
Forum: General Community Discussions 04-04-2024, 06:26 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,186
Posted By tinkerreknit
There are a lot of options to do what you want. ...

There are a lot of options to do what you want. I've used a cheap camera tripod with a homemade tape measure antenna for 2 meters, and also a screwdriver antenna for HF. That screwdriver antenna is...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 01-28-2024, 07:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,270
Posted By tinkerreknit
I have no experience with these movers, but I...

I have no experience with these movers, but I think YouTube would help you. You'd have to weed through the capacities and other specs.
Try something like this:...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussions 01-10-2024, 07:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 700
Posted By tinkerreknit
It's going to be hard to answer this without...

It's going to be hard to answer this without knowing the physical dimensions of the panel and the roof areas, mounting method, etc. Consider the shading from the air conditioner and the vent. Shade...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-14-2023, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 928
Posted By tinkerreknit
I don't think wheel skirts can be fabricated that...

I don't think wheel skirts can be fabricated that would address this issue. Or rather, I think the attachment method and fasteners would be the weak link. If there was a more robust wheel skirt,...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 09-23-2023, 06:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,871
Posted By tinkerreknit
This is a bit off - topic, but that tailgate...

This is a bit off - topic, but that tailgate reduces the clearance for a 5th wheel camper too - the distance between the bedrail and the underside of the camper. It might not seem like a lot, but...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-10-2023, 05:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,647
Posted By tinkerreknit
I would try to eliminate, and then isolate leak...

I would try to eliminate, and then isolate leak sources. I would wrap a single layer of paper towel (tape in place) around the hot and cold supply lines near the floor, and also the drain pipe. Wait...
Forum: General Community Discussions 05-29-2023, 05:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 955
Posted By tinkerreknit
Pretty interesting! I thought my incident was...

Pretty interesting! I thought my incident was rare, but now we're at 2 in a million!
I'm surprised that my slide seal was wide enough to accommodate a smoke detector. The detector spent a night...
Forum: General Community Discussions 05-27-2023, 05:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 955
Posted By tinkerreknit
So that's why the slide-out was blowing fuses

Here's my latest adventure that some of you might enjoy. We were on a long trip and stopped for a break. I ran the slide out and I noticed in the far recesses of my mind that the sound was...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 05-14-2023, 06:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 471
Posted By tinkerreknit
To get started troubleshooting, have you located...

To get started troubleshooting, have you located and tested the fuse? Make sure that the pump is getting power.
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 04-20-2023, 06:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,002
Posted By tinkerreknit
I'm not wanting to hijack the thread, but this is...

I'm not wanting to hijack the thread, but this is the exact mount I bought. 5th wheel takes up my truck bed, so I mounted this in my truck's seldom used rear seat. Pretty tight fit, but it works...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 04-20-2023, 05:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,002
Posted By tinkerreknit
Also, consider a front hitch on your truck for a...

Also, consider a front hitch on your truck for a bike rack. Some like them, some don't.
Forum: General Tech and Repair 03-22-2023, 06:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,022
Posted By tinkerreknit
Ours deteriorated quickly. I finally removed it...

Ours deteriorated quickly. I finally removed it all, and I don't miss it.
Forum: Propane Systems 12-28-2022, 10:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,010
Posted By tinkerreknit
I've had the same system for a while. I like it...

I've had the same system for a while. I like it a lot. I can check the levels on my phone whenever I like - such as when at home and planning a trip, I can check the tanks from my desk.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 12-25-2022, 06:51 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,589
Posted By tinkerreknit
I'm following this thread. Lately, I have...

I'm following this thread. Lately, I have considered a digital torque wrench. I will very rarely need one as I have a lower value regular torque wrench that does most of what I require. But I need...
Forum: Slide Outs 10-31-2022, 04:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,818
Posted By tinkerreknit
If you can manually extend and retract your...

If you can manually extend and retract your slide, you can use a cordless drill and a socket.
Forum: Rockwood 09-05-2022, 02:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,173
Posted By tinkerreknit
Good idea Chuck! Definitely worth checking it...

Good idea Chuck! Definitely worth checking it out.
Forum: Rockwood 09-05-2022, 02:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,173
Posted By tinkerreknit
Looks like you will have to grind or file the...

Looks like you will have to grind or file the heads of the pins to get it off. The valve should then pull out some, with a hose attached to a barb connection on the back of the valve. Any RV dealer...
Forum: Sabre 04-25-2022, 06:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,104
Posted By tinkerreknit
I appreciate all the opinions and I want to...

I appreciate all the opinions and I want to update you guys about this. I did raise the hitch to the highest setting which is 1.25" higher. This might be a short-term fix, but we'll see. I've...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 04-08-2022, 06:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,724
Posted By tinkerreknit
I made this modification to my generator. It's...

I made this modification to my generator. It's very easy to install, and it works great.
Forum: Sabre 03-18-2022, 06:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,104
Posted By tinkerreknit
When I posted, I accidentally referred to the...

When I posted, I accidentally referred to the hangers as shackles. The hanger is what you see in the very center of the picture and it has a lower, unused bolt hole below the spring.
Forum: Sabre 03-18-2022, 06:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,104
Posted By tinkerreknit
I appreciate the responses very much. I have a...

I appreciate the responses very much. I have a different TV now and it is a tall truck. I have 6" clearance for the 5th wheel overhang. It is level and I trial towed it and was satisfied. But on...
Forum: Sabre 03-16-2022, 05:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,104
Posted By tinkerreknit
Shackle bolt hole adjustment

I have the recommended clearance between my 5th wheel and truck bed sides, but I get close sometimes and I touched once. In order to tow level, I am considering raising the camper by shackle hole...
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-15-2022, 10:18 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,165
Posted By tinkerreknit
It's the compartment with the waterworks - fill...

It's the compartment with the waterworks - fill valve, outdoor shower, filter, etc. It's the first area that would freeze on my rig.
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-12-2022, 06:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,165
Posted By tinkerreknit
I have a Taylor indoor/outdoor, multi-channel...

I have a Taylor indoor/outdoor, multi-channel unit. The outside sensor is in a ziploc in the pin box. I have remote sensors in the refrigerator, freezer, and wet bay. So I can watch the wet bay...
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