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Forum: Modifications and Updates 04-20-2018, 01:29 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,837
Posted By keith_h
I don't remember the model but it was an...

I don't remember the model but it was an inexpensive RCA exterior VHF/UHF antenna. It had a kind of trapezoidal wing shape. If I remember correctly it was $15-$20.

I'm not sure how far away the...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 04-19-2018, 06:24 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,837
Posted By keith_h
You should be able to use an external antenna...

You should be able to use an external antenna hooked up through the outside coax connector (i.e. cable connection). You will need to leave the booster off on the inside connection plate. If the...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 04-16-2018, 06:17 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 33,338
Posted By keith_h
The numbers I have seen are approx 6 degrees off...

The numbers I have seen are approx 6 degrees off level front to back and 3 degrees from side to side. Since you need condensed coolant under the burner I suspect it is more forgiving if the side to...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 04-16-2018, 06:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,786
Posted By keith_h
I drove under that bridge yesterday after having...

I drove under that bridge yesterday after having lunch with family. I never have understood how people think they can fit under the bridge. Not only are there the fixed signs shown in the video but...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 04-14-2018, 07:47 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 33,338
Posted By keith_h
The battery disconnect won't make a difference on...

The battery disconnect won't make a difference on shore power as the 12 VDC is supplied by the converter. If the OP sees the interior and operational lights that says the fridge is seeing 12 VDC.
...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 04-14-2018, 07:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,786
Posted By keith_h
Go to a large parking lot where there is plenty...

Go to a large parking lot where there is plenty of room to turn going forward then use aisle and the lines of the parking spot to practice backing up. I would do this with the WDH engaged and...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 04-14-2018, 06:12 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,665
Posted By keith_h
The banging around as you go down the road can...

The banging around as you go down the road can result in chipping the enamel oven interior. That being said we use the oven to store our baking sheets and cooking racks but we wrap them in a large...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 04-14-2018, 08:03 AM
Replies: 253
Views: 28,256
Posted By keith_h
You would need option 53C to have the Max Trailer...

You would need option 53C to have the Max Trailer Tow Pkg. Option 53B is the Trailer Tow Pkg that let's you go above 5K lbs of towing and 53A which is the pkg for under 5K lbs.

Forgot to add that...
Forum: Canada 03-05-2018, 05:32 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 16,290
Posted By keith_h
It has been years since I've been into Canada but...

It has been years since I've been into Canada but back in the 70's I always found it harder to get back into the US after a camping trip than to get into Canada to camp. We always saw cars pulled...
Forum: Expandable and Hybrid RV Discussions 03-01-2018, 10:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,843
Posted By keith_h
We had a bumper mount for the grill on our old...

We had a bumper mount for the grill on our old TT. The grill was removed for transport. The brand that came with our trailer was Aussie. I saw the same grill under other labels as a table top at...
Forum: General Community Discussions 01-29-2018, 05:08 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,198
Posted By keith_h
I retired in my early 50's. I have access to...

I retired in my early 50's. I have access to healthcare via my former employer but I have to pay the full cost. I also have access through my wife's employer but again I have to pay full price. I...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-29-2018, 04:09 PM
Replies: 233
Views: 30,398
Posted By keith_h
That is one of the reasons we had a 4X4 when we...

That is one of the reasons we had a 4X4 when we lived in California. We were a 30 minute drive from Yosemite and would take day trips up there to let the kids play in the snow. Not having to get out...
Forum: Propane Systems 01-28-2018, 08:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,373
Posted By keith_h
Look for stainless steel braided gas hose. You...

Look for stainless steel braided gas hose. You might have to go to a gas supplier to obtain it but I doubt the squirrels will be able to chew through it.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-28-2018, 07:47 PM
Replies: 233
Views: 30,398
Posted By keith_h
Go to Thread Tools pulldown and select...

Go to Thread Tools pulldown and select Unsubscribe.
Forum: Western USA 01-28-2018, 07:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,913
Posted By keith_h
We went to Yellowstone for the first time with a...

We went to Yellowstone for the first time with a trailer this past May. We stayed at Fishing Bridge. We won't likely stay there again and will look outside the park in West Yellowstone or boondock in...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 01-28-2018, 06:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 682
Posted By keith_h
What type of cookware do you have? Induction...

What type of cookware do you have? Induction requires that the cooking surface of the pan be or have a layer of ferromagnetic material. There could also be issues if you have a pacemaker or similar...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-28-2018, 06:04 PM
Replies: 233
Views: 30,398
Posted By keith_h
I just handle snow the true North Carolinian way,...

I just handle snow the true North Carolinian way, no not going out and loading up on bread and milk, I wait for it the melt while I sit by the fire with a beverage. :trink39:
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-28-2018, 03:50 PM
Replies: 233
Views: 30,398
Posted By keith_h
I'm of the mind drive whatever you want. I've...

I'm of the mind drive whatever you want. I've owned both but the most recent have all been RWD. I've never gotten stuck on wet grass or other surface while towing. In fact when I was working in...
Forum: Off Topic 01-24-2018, 09:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 813
Posted By keith_h
They probably pulled out as couple of beers to...

They probably pulled out as couple of beers to celebrate a job well done before they buried the cooler.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-23-2018, 03:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,314
Posted By keith_h
4- Is the 2800 lbs dry weight, GVW or actual...

4- Is the 2800 lbs dry weight, GVW or actual loaded weight.

As an example our old Palomini had a delivered UVW of 2665 lbs. After we got all of out stuff in it weighed in a bit over 3100 lbs.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-23-2018, 03:48 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 17,678
Posted By keith_h
I have a 2.7L Ecoboost that I use to tow my new...

I have a 2.7L Ecoboost that I use to tow my new trailer that is coming in just under 5K lbs loaded. It tows fine in the hilly and coastal flat areas we have driven so far. I haven't had a chance to...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-21-2018, 10:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,206
Posted By keith_h
Our Palomini TT weighs in at roughly 3100 lbs...

Our Palomini TT weighs in at roughly 3100 lbs loaded. We towed it with a 2001 Ford Explorer with the 4.0L V6 and a 4.10 rear end for the first couple of years. It handled it fine although we weren't...
Forum: General Community Discussions 01-20-2018, 10:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 746
Posted By keith_h
Without seeing your system it sounds to me like...

Without seeing your system it sounds to me like your browser has been hijacked. I would download Malwarebytes anti-malware and run it. It is free and does a good job of finding and repairing malware...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 01-20-2018, 10:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,329
Posted By keith_h
I don't know about the OP's RV but our Palomino...

I don't know about the OP's RV but our Palomino trailer is not all PEX. They use vinyl water hose in many areas with hose clamp fittings. I have always been suspect of these and it is part of my...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-20-2018, 09:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,934
Posted By keith_h
I had very tight bar sockets when I got my first...

I had very tight bar sockets when I got my first equalizer. Their tech support said the nut could be loosened some to make it easier to move them. The main thing I was told is that the lock washer...
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