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Forum: Georgetown 04-02-2024, 12:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,292
Posted By bobm253
Lots of scammers and over zealous inspectors out...

Lots of scammers and over zealous inspectors out there. Had an inspection fail because of a piece of front spring broken off. Wanted to install two kits for almost $800 at the time. I did the work...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 03-31-2023, 07:33 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,114
Posted By bobm253
Here's a different idea ( which I am...

Here's a different idea ( which I am considering.) It may be expensive to do but how about using a 1500 watt or more power station (like a jackery). Plug your camper right to that unit via your...
Forum: Georgetown 06-13-2022, 03:37 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,992
Posted By bobm253
Exactly. I was going to say the same thing.

Exactly. I was going to say the same thing.
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 01-06-2021, 08:58 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,183
Posted By bobm253
I had a pulsing water pump which dramatically...

I had a pulsing water pump which dramatically improved with the following:

1. There is an adjustment screw on the front of the pump that reduces/eliminates water pulsing.
2. Installed the...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-05-2020, 05:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,934
Posted By bobm253
When storing my RV for a period of time, I just...

When storing my RV for a period of time, I just disconnect the negative terminal on my house battery. Mine has only one lead and its attached with a 9/16 nut. Very easy to unscrew it. I keep a...
Forum: Berkshire 06-22-2020, 03:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,921
Posted By bobm253
I have a magnadyne receiver in my class c. In my...

I have a magnadyne receiver in my class c. In my unit, there is a green wire that goes to the parking brake. The installer never hooked it up properly so there was no video when parked or...
Forum: Cardinal 05-18-2020, 06:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,168
Posted By bobm253
Solved my problem completely. Bought an...

Solved my problem completely. Bought an automotive moon roof wind deflector. It adheres with self sticking tape. I also used silicone around the top. Sheds all that rainwater away from the...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 04-30-2020, 02:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,915
Posted By bobm253
I added the small accumulator to my rig that has...

I added the small accumulator to my rig that has a regular shur flo pump. It really stopped the water pump pulsations.

When I turn on the faucet, the water runs very steady and full for about...
Forum: COVID-19 Discussions 04-15-2020, 11:41 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 8,223
Posted By bobm253
I get your point but you can say the same thing...

I get your point but you can say the same thing about info from TV, radio, newspapers, etc. So who knows what is correct for sure.
Forum: COVID-19 Discussions 04-15-2020, 10:44 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 8,223
Posted By bobm253
death rate

What I'm hearing is that the death rate may be overstated some as in NY if a person dies while having the virus no matter what - the death is attributed to the virus.

People who die from heart...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 03-14-2020, 08:03 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 15,340
Posted By bobm253
My practice has always been to add a cheater bar...

My practice has always been to add a cheater bar to the tool. You can go to any hardware type store and get a piece of pipe in any length and diameter you need.

My motorhome tires were a bear...
Forum: At the Cookout 02-16-2020, 03:08 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,460
Posted By bobm253
everybody's a bit different

Have been rv camping for many years. To us it's a way to get away and be by a beach or lake and relax. The wife loves to read or watch tv most of the time. We also like to sit by the water and...
Forum: General Community Discussions 02-14-2020, 05:41 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 21,677
Posted By bobm253
62-63 and stay right. More enjoyable ride for me.

62-63 and stay right. More enjoyable ride for me.
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 11-05-2019, 06:32 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 21,112
Posted By bobm253
interesting topic. I live in the Northeast and...

interesting topic. I live in the Northeast and have always used the air blow out method and pink antifreeze. The only problem I ever had was a one-time broken/leaking bathroom sink faucet in the...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 10-31-2019, 09:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,996
Posted By bobm253
My previous m/h did not have a board with all of...

My previous m/h did not have a board with all of the valve positions so I did not have a winterizing port. What I did was unscrew the inlet side of the pump and then attached a short piece of tubing...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-28-2019, 09:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,747
Posted By bobm253
I set my accumulator pressure to around 30...

I set my accumulator pressure to around 30 pounds. Spent awhile trying to pressurize it till I read the instructions which stated that you had to depressurize the system prior to adding air...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-28-2019, 06:17 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,747
Posted By bobm253
I installed the small shurflow accumulator and...

I installed the small shurflow accumulator and braided lines. Works great and the only noise is from the pump itself. What I like is when you turn on a faucet the water flow is immediate and full. ...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 12-24-2018, 09:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,852
Posted By bobm253
My RV sits in a lot from November to April each...

My RV sits in a lot from November to April each year during the winter months. An Interstate battery rep told me that I was not helping the batteries at all by intermittently going out to the rv in...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 12-24-2018, 09:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,804
Posted By bobm253
When I park my m/h for an extended period, I just...

When I park my m/h for an extended period, I just disconnect the negative battery cable on the house battery. Been doing this for many years with no issues.

In the winter months, I remove both...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 11-12-2018, 03:09 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,576
Posted By bobm253
I opened my low point drains as well. Figure the...

I opened my low point drains as well. Figure the less liquid in the line, the better. More room for any expansion. Also left all faucets wide open.
Forum: Seasonal, Long-term and Work Camping 09-24-2018, 07:32 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 14,775
Posted By bobm253
Well, I guess there's at least 2 of us that don't...

Well, I guess there's at least 2 of us that don't prefer the oxygenics. Bought one and didn't like the flow, neither did the wife. I guess we both prefer a gentler stream of water. Also, I...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-23-2018, 05:04 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,782
Posted By bobm253
yeah, years ago never had a problem on the roof. ...

yeah, years ago never had a problem on the roof. Now as I get a little order I realize the danger of falling which could be fatal. It also doesn't help that its usually wet when I'm cleaning it and...
Forum: Dynamax 08-29-2018, 04:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,795
Posted By bobm253
Thanks for the link. Never realized you had to...

Thanks for the link. Never realized you had to lube the new bearing with high temp elbow grease. Also, don't want to nitpick here, but you should always replace both bearings as the other is...
Forum: Dynamax 08-29-2018, 02:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,795
Posted By bobm253
I've often heard of, but never actually seen, a...

I've often heard of, but never actually seen, a muffler bearing. The big question is how did it get from your muffler to the inside of your home?
Forum: Dynamax 08-22-2018, 02:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,020
Posted By bobm253
If using a 110 volt tv and boondocking, couldn't...

If using a 110 volt tv and boondocking, couldn't you connect the tv to a small inverter?
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