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Forum: Western USA 11-29-2021, 09:14 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,797
Posted By Big bird
IMPORTANT INFORMATION. I had the same...

IMPORTANT INFORMATION.

I had the same problem on the western side of the Sierra. I had purchased a tank of fuel in Oregon from a major oil retailer. I learned from calling the offices of the oil...
Forum: Slide Outs 11-04-2021, 01:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 23,056
Posted By Big bird
You have a problem not to be ignored. A seal...

You have a problem not to be ignored. A seal somewhere is leaking. Must be fixed by you or shop. Do no wait.
Forum: Cherokee 11-04-2021, 01:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,659
Posted By Big bird
Cut off switch does not turn everything off....

Cut off switch does not turn everything off. Propane detector is always on. You can turn it off elsewhere, but it is illegal. Also, the electrical lines consume energy, although nominal. With my...
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 10-17-2021, 04:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,449
Posted By Big bird
Had that problem with my Cardinal on the 14 foot...

Had that problem with my Cardinal on the 14 foot slide. $5,500 to fix it.
Forum: General Community Discussions 10-17-2021, 03:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,714
Posted By Big bird
Wink They do not have ads in RV magazines in China. ...

They do not have ads in RV magazines in China.

They do not have RV's either!

What would an ad free magazine cost?

Damn it, I missed my turn off.
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 09-26-2021, 05:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,342
Posted By Big bird
We are on our second FR Cardinal. Our first FW...

We are on our second FR Cardinal. Our first FW was trouble, trouble and more trouble. Our two year old Cardinal has had fewer problems, but the ones it has are not fixable and FR says pound sand.
...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-14-2021, 02:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,564
Posted By Big bird
I am always happy when someone else asks that...

I am always happy when someone else asks that question. I have a Cardinal 5th wheel. I have three controls, the middle control ia black, left is bathroom and right ia gally. I will bet someone else...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-03-2021, 04:18 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,047
Posted By Big bird
No, We are on our second RV over a twelve...

No,

We are on our second RV over a twelve year period. Both units have/had a 310. I have changed the seals a couple times over the years, clean the seals a damp cloth and apply silicon seal....
Forum: Coachmen Motorhomes 07-29-2021, 12:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,904
Posted By Big bird
X2

X2
Forum: Cherokee 07-19-2021, 07:14 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 18,002
Posted By Big bird
Too many of your responders sound like FR...

Too many of your responders sound like FR employees.

I am on my second FR 5th wheel. Quality is not job one.

If you want the best quality go with Grand Design. There is a reason they sell five...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-12-2021, 07:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 21,992
Posted By Big bird
This is all B. S. 5100 will fit front and...

This is all B. S.

5100 will fit front and back.

The problem is, they are on the wrong angle.

I talked to Bilstein and they said do not use the 5100 on an F250, they will not give you the...
Forum: Cardinal 07-12-2021, 05:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 520
Posted By Big bird
Oxidation gel coast front cap

I have a 2019 Cardinal. The front cap is oxidized beyond salvation. I have had detail shops try and bring it back and claim somethin is wrong and they can not fix it.

How many of you have...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 05-30-2021, 01:57 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 17,514
Posted By Big bird
Rims may be a consideration, but with that weight...

Rims may be a consideration, but with that weight I would go with Goodyear 614's. If you need to upgrade rims, do it.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-23-2021, 03:52 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 11,703
Posted By Big bird
X 2 2009 F250, 135,000. Payload 2119 Cardinal....

X 2
2009 F250, 135,000. Payload 2119 Cardinal. I have no reason to replace either.
Forum: General Community Discussions 05-03-2021, 04:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,571
Posted By Big bird
How fast can you run. Until you can compete in...

How fast can you run. Until you can compete in the Olympics, do not buy extended insurance. PERIOD.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 03-25-2021, 08:39 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,009
Posted By Big bird
The reason people still lease is because they...

The reason people still lease is because they need a particular type of vehicle and do not have the cash for a down payment or worse to buy. They are either self employed or out-side sales and get...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 02-08-2021, 07:57 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 22,132
Posted By Big bird
Ice is a great way of cleaning clogged material...

Ice is a great way of cleaning clogged material inside a holding tank. You can spend money on chemicals, but you do not need to. The way to make it work is add about a 10 gallons of water to the...
Forum: Georgetown 01-28-2021, 08:00 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,069
Posted By Big bird
I fully understand using a cordless, I have two...

I fully understand using a cordless, I have two of them. (Dewalt) But, I have a generator and have never in twelve years been without power. So, I use a cord drill as it is more powerful, never needs...
Forum: General Community Discussions 01-24-2021, 02:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,566
Posted By Big bird
Just the economics. You cannot rent a single unit...

Just the economics. You cannot rent a single unit and make money. The costs are too high and number of rents you need to do a month you cannot achieve. If you cannot afford the RV, sell it.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 01-15-2021, 04:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,803
Posted By Big bird
My air bags leak a little, but I have an board...

My air bags leak a little, but I have an board compressor and gauge to monitor air pressure and increase or reduce pressure as needed. (Bought them from Firestone) Also, and this is important, make...
Forum: General Community Discussions 12-13-2020, 02:19 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 18,096
Posted By Big bird
If you think Harbor has changed and own a home in...

If you think Harbor has changed and own a home in Calif., check the current value of your home on Zillow. Make sure you do not have a gun or knife near by.
Forum: General Community Discussions 12-07-2020, 03:27 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 20,038
Posted By Big bird
I do not run frig, while on the road with...

I do not run frig, while on the road with propane. My truck has dual alternators and they handle the demand for the residential refrig fine. I also have solar and it may help.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 12-05-2020, 03:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 17,344
Posted By Big bird
We have a 2019 FR and have the same slide seal...

We have a 2019 FR and have the same slide seal problems. Makes you wonder.
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 12-01-2020, 04:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,654
Posted By Big bird
You have an upgrade unit. When you reach the...

You have an upgrade unit. When you reach the capacity of the AC/HP, it automatically turns on the furnace.
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 11-28-2020, 02:11 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,442
Posted By Big bird
Give your wife the key to the gun case and then...

Give your wife the key to the gun case and then go talk to dealer. Sounds like an investment in Small Claims court.
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