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Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 07-13-2022, 10:22 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,016
Posted By Waterops1
Lug Nuts Changed

Changing the lug nuts on my Coachmen Viking was one of the first things I did. I religiously check torques before and during trips. With those chrome plated caps on the nuts, I needed a 13/16” thin...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-06-2022, 08:52 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,002
Posted By Waterops1
Thread count

I have 8 threads exposed and see no mushrooming. It is snug when I put it back on the all thread rod after breaking down the connection but not so tight that it won’t go on or off.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-06-2022, 07:33 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,002
Posted By Waterops1
👍 Andersen Hitch

My wife and I just returned from about a 3000 mile trip using our new Andersen hitch for the first time. I love it. It was recommended by a fellow forum member with the exact same trailer as mine....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 04-28-2022, 01:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,190
Posted By Waterops1
Andersen Hitch

I’m on my first trip using my Andersen hitch. I had originally had a WDH with torsion bars and it worked for several years but last year, I got one of the bars wedged into the head so bad(it somehow...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 03-18-2022, 06:59 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,295
Posted By Waterops1
Another vote for Barker

Replaced the original manual crank with a Barker years ago and love it. With its 18” stroke, control head cover (included) and the ability to rotate the head to allow dropping the tailgate on my...
Forum: Cherokee 12-16-2021, 06:26 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 28,231
Posted By Waterops1
Lug-Centric

When I get new GY Endurance tires this spring (assuming they’ll be in production again at that time) I want to get them balanced. One caveat however is that they be lug-centric balanced and not the...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 11-08-2021, 02:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 11,525
Posted By Waterops1
FW Tank Drain Valve

You may want to consider putting in either a tee or a “service” ell (an elbow with FPT and MPT threads) on your tank so your valve can go horizontal. This would give a little more clearance and...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 10-05-2021, 12:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,124
Posted By Waterops1
Mustard Gas?

Bleach and an acid such as vinegar will give off poisonous gas, as will bleach and ammonia, drain cleaners or similar chemicals. Bleach and Dawn dish detergent: never heard of dish detergent being ...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-25-2021, 08:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,231
Posted By Waterops1
FE Tank Suction Line Connection

I had the same problem that was exasperated when the tank was filled and the tank had a concave belly. True, in that condition I could draw water but the tank kept that depressed shape and I did not...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 08-06-2021, 07:28 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,640
Posted By Waterops1
TP in the Trash

Putting the TP into a hanging trash bag was the norm when I was on my first trip to Honduras and passing through (no pun intended:roflblack:) before going out to work in remote areas. When I got...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 06-07-2021, 03:41 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,797
Posted By Waterops1
"I towed it with two 1/2 trucks, one of which was...

"I towed it with two 1/2 trucks, one of which was a 2014 F 150 Platinum 4x4 with the eco boost."

Now that's what more people should have; tandem tow vehicles. Sorry, just had to jump on that. LOL
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 06-07-2021, 03:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 752
Posted By Waterops1
Connecting External FW Tank

If the trailer bottom is exposed (No Coroplast or other covering), you should be able to locate the pump's suction line going to the onboard FW tank. Remove the connection going to the tank and...
Forum: General Community Discussions 06-06-2021, 12:50 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,548
Posted By Waterops1
Little Power

Given the small size of that inverter generator and then reducing it even further by operating on propane, I’d be surprised if it would start a small AC unit even if it had some soft start device. ...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 05-30-2021, 01:20 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,023
Posted By Waterops1
No, I had no regulator at that time. That was...

No, I had no regulator at that time. That was another lesson learned 👍😉
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 05-30-2021, 12:29 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,023
Posted By Waterops1
Once on City Water

Once you do get onto city water (usually just a female swivel connection near the tank fill as has been mentioned), I would recommend you not let that line turned on or “charged” if/when leaving your...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 05-14-2021, 02:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,619
Posted By Waterops1
Wood Prices Through The Roof

With the prices of wood and most any other building material going through the roof, that may be another reason to reconsider putting a lot of time (and certainly money) into that rig. JMHO
Forum: Eastern USA 04-02-2021, 12:08 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,399
Posted By Waterops1
Charleston Sights

We stayed at JB Charleston also about two years ago. I would recommend seeing Patriot Point as well as the tea plantation. Given you only have two days, with the other recommendations, scratch the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-24-2021, 09:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,716
Posted By Waterops1
Another vote for Proportional

I went with the Tekonsha P3 and have no regrets. Get the cable that plugs in just above and left of the parking brake. It’s a real plug-and-play installation.
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 01-21-2021, 01:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,198
Posted By Waterops1
Multi port valve

If you’ve not done the install yet, you could blow through the valve with the handle in each of the two positions. The “common” port will be the one connected to the pump suction. It may be that...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 01-15-2021, 02:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,190
Posted By Waterops1
Clamps

I just took a closer look and saw the “aero” style clamp on the braided hose. This is the type line where I use Oetiker clamps. I would not use PEX clamps(rings) except on PEX tubing. Another type...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 01-15-2021, 01:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,190
Posted By Waterops1
Oetilker clamps

I believe the clamps shown in the photo were Oetiker clamps. They are a once and done clamp. That is, they require a special tool (although diagonal cutters can work if done carefully) to crimp the...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 12-20-2020, 05:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,820
Posted By Waterops1
Changing out the mouse hole to a power inlet was...

Changing out the mouse hole to a power inlet was one of the first mods done to our Viking. I purchased a Marinco power inlet online and the installation was simple. Actually, I combined it with the...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 09-25-2020, 05:33 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,698
Posted By Waterops1
Oetiker Clamps

On braided hose, I believe what the factory uses are Oetiker clamps. These clamps have two “ears” that get crimped with special pliers. I carry several sizes and the tools just in case. I also use...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-07-2020, 04:58 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,972
Posted By Waterops1
Chinook👍👍

Got airlifted by Army chinook while in Honduras with AF RED HORSE. They are quite a ride. If anyone gets to the Aviation Museum at Ft Rucker, they have a Chinook outside with wings; yes, WiNGS. ...
Forum: Coachmen 08-20-2020, 02:17 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 12,752
Posted By Waterops1
Why I didn't want any slides

All these comments about issues with slides was the primary reason I DID NOT want anything with slides; just seemed that it was something else to go bad.

I was also concerned with weight and since...
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