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Forum: Boondocking 03-11-2022, 03:30 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 16,953
Posted By joeuncool
In boondocking your most limited resource will be...

In boondocking your most limited resource will be electric. For this reason we run 2 6 volt batteries. I wouldn't boondock with anything less than 2 batteries. We also run 200 watts of solar to...
Forum: General Community Discussions 02-08-2022, 03:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,210
Posted By joeuncool
Side to side is a piece of cake. You might even...

Side to side is a piece of cake. You might even want to come up with a custom ramp that you put together out of wood that cradles the tires nice, raises it up the 8 inches and just keep it at home.
...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 08-06-2021, 04:52 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 15,060
Posted By joeuncool
We tow with a full tank however there have been...

We tow with a full tank however there have been times when we were out that we could use and extra 10-15 gallons. I came up with this solution. Granted still need to have the ability to lift it and...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 07-06-2021, 05:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 794
Posted By joeuncool
The camper doesn't have to sit 100% level. The...

The camper doesn't have to sit 100% level. The thing that needs to be level is the fridge but you do have a margin of error with that. I have heard that the fridge can be off level a couple of inches...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 07-06-2021, 05:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,170
Posted By joeuncool
Here is an option for people. I bought a...

Here is an option for people.

I bought a Camp Chef 2 burner free standing stove. Take off the hose that comes with it. That has a pressure regulator on it that you don't need because your pressure...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 06-10-2021, 10:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,414
Posted By joeuncool
If you are talking the little above the bed...

If you are talking the little above the bed storage shelf above both the rear and side bunk we put light dining items like extra paper plates, cups, bowls, plasticware, paper towels, placemats, etc....
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 05-11-2021, 05:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,785
Posted By joeuncool
Wow that sounds like a lot of work but if you are...

Wow that sounds like a lot of work but if you are willing to try, why not?

Myself, I got a Camp Chef 2 burner stove with a griddle and grill box. Bought the hose that plugs into the trailer...
Forum: General Community Discussions 05-11-2021, 05:07 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,730
Posted By joeuncool
I pretty much do it by myself. Level side to side...

I pretty much do it by myself. Level side to side first by pulling into the site, placing level across the tongue, then putting Andersen levelers under the low side. Pull up on those, get out, check...
Forum: Rockwood 04-08-2021, 04:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,402
Posted By joeuncool
Etrailer.com has lots of camper parts. What...

Etrailer.com has lots of camper parts.

What you are looking for may even be on this page.

https://www.etrailer.com/dept-pg-RV_Lighting-pt-Porch_Light.aspx
Forum: Cherokee 04-08-2021, 04:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 15,650
Posted By joeuncool
Nah. If yours is anything like most, all you need...

Nah. If yours is anything like most, all you need is

https://www.rvlocksandmore.com/CLB-Cam-Lock-Barrel

And your key number. This assumes that your door key is a "purple" key.
Also, make...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 04-08-2021, 02:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 503
Posted By joeuncool
That definitely looks like the fresh water drain....

That definitely looks like the fresh water drain. Doesn't look original to me as my newer Roo looks different than this with a little petcock valve sticking out of the side.

Looks like the...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 04-07-2021, 05:12 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 13,022
Posted By joeuncool
I like our 2 way LP fridge. I think it is the...

I like our 2 way LP fridge. I think it is the best thing in keep food cold since, well, the 2 way LP fridge. But then we came from a PUP with a 12 volt that drained too much off the battery and only...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 04-07-2021, 04:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 652
Posted By joeuncool
Upgrading things inside the PUP isn't necessary....

Upgrading things inside the PUP isn't necessary. 12 volts is 12 volts. If it is an older PUP with incandescent light bulbs then changing those to LED would be a good move. Overall, if you want to...
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-31-2020, 08:49 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 11,593
Posted By joeuncool
The problem I see is that looks like an impact...

The problem I see is that looks like an impact driver and you really shouldn't be driving screws with one of those.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-25-2020, 02:15 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,570
Posted By joeuncool
I read through all the posts. You reported that...

I read through all the posts. You reported that other campers were reporting electrical issues. One thing I have seen is whether or not you used a surge suppressor.

Just curious.
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 08-25-2020, 10:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,723
Posted By joeuncool
I can say that the attached canvas on the bunk...

I can say that the attached canvas on the bunk ends was a main purchasing point for me. Our previous camper was a popup with the canvas that attached with bungee cords underneath the bunks. While...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 08-18-2020, 10:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 850
Posted By joeuncool
Last trip we went out I put the fridge on...

Last trip we went out I put the fridge on electric in the driveway 2 days before we left. Checked on it the day before when we were going to load up the food and it was only slightly cool. Did not...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 08-12-2020, 03:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,393
Posted By joeuncool
How thick are they? The spring mattresses are...

How thick are they? The spring mattresses are probably 5 inches thick and better than sleeping on the floor. If the foam mattresses are around 4 inches thick, they have to be better. Well, as long as...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 08-12-2020, 01:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,850
Posted By joeuncool
This is the solution I came up with, again, if...

This is the solution I came up with, again, if you can lift the jug. Got tired of trying to use a funnel.
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 08-06-2020, 09:08 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,119
Posted By joeuncool
Another like for the switch panel cover. I folded...

Another like for the switch panel cover. I folded a dark colored piece of paper and taped it over the top of the panel as a temporary solution because my son complained about the lights when he was...
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-06-2020, 08:56 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 13,019
Posted By joeuncool
Now I'm confused. You are referring to a...

Now I'm confused. You are referring to a motorhome towing a vehicle and I was referring to the tow vehicle being used to tow a trailer. Many people live by the mantra of bigger is better and...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-28-2020, 04:09 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 13,145
Posted By joeuncool
There is always a Freightliner. Impressive...

There is always a Freightliner.

Impressive towing performance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPLLWHqVVxU
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 07-28-2020, 03:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,393
Posted By joeuncool
Dayum Chuck. Tell it like it is. Actually,...

Dayum Chuck. Tell it like it is.

Actually, yeah, what Chuck said. The mattresses are a little better than what you would get in a 1964 army barracks. Fuzzy covered springs. But, yeah, it is...
Forum: Rockwood 07-27-2020, 05:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 506
Posted By joeuncool
Or here. They are stupid expensive for a plastic...

Or here. They are stupid expensive for a plastic bolt. Of course the bolts don't come with nuts which are again stupid expensive. I had to replace 2 bolts and 2 nuts, with shipping Costs get close to...
Forum: Welcome Mat 07-27-2020, 05:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 507
Posted By joeuncool
Nope. Most RVs don't come with sewer hose. Have...

Nope. Most RVs don't come with sewer hose. Have to buy one at your favorite RV shop, online store, or even WalMart.

That is one item that I wouldn't go completely cheap on but I don't think you...
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