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Forum: FR3 04-10-2023, 06:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,307
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Me too

I have the same problem. Following…
Rennie
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-06-2022, 12:47 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,326
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Try a ‘Rocker Ball’. Inexpensive, and handles the...

Try a ‘Rocker Ball’. Inexpensive, and handles the front to back issue.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 05-16-2022, 06:54 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,322
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Trailer Aid Plus

We have one of those close double axle trailers. We tried a trailer aid, and sure enough, it didn’t lift one of the wheels off the ground. I use a 4x4x6 piece of wood to stick into the leaf spring...
Forum: Propane Systems 08-09-2021, 11:46 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,815
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Nobody mentioned: www.Mopeka.com For propane...

Nobody mentioned:
www.Mopeka.com
For propane gauge on your smartphone, notifications, etc.

FYI: our tanks last 3-4 weeks depending upon weather. We have them ‘filled’, not ‘exchanged’.
Forum: Rockwood 03-04-2021, 10:44 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 45,931
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
We purchased a Harbor Freight Predator 3500. It...

We purchased a Harbor Freight Predator 3500. It worked great, ran our 13500 A/C, converter, lights, etc. at at same time. Since we mounted it inside a Rigid toolbox in the back of our Ram P/U, it was...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 01-11-2021, 06:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,425
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Thanks Kris! Using the Dew Point Calculator...

Thanks Kris!

Using the Dew Point Calculator involved reading the explanations (and a bit of head-scratching), but it is VERY useful in figuring out the next thing I needed to know ( the target...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 01-11-2021, 01:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,425
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
[QUOTE=MendocinoExplorer;2477991]We keep our...

[QUOTE=MendocinoExplorer;2477991]We keep our Sonoma (Evo) 220RBS travel trailer at our home, doors, vents, windows, shut.
Since we live on the ocean coast, the humidity is about 95% or more, 95% of...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 01-10-2021, 02:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,425
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Humidity: Where does it come from?

We keep our Sonoma (Evo) 220RBS travel trailer at our home, doors, vents, windows, shut.
Since we live on the ocean coast, the humidity is about 95% or more, 95% of the time.
We have a small...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 12-03-2020, 08:15 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,553
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
$2500.00 USD Sounds nice, but encourage a...

$2500.00 USD

Sounds nice, but encourage a haircut. That’s what DW did.
Forum: General Community Discussions 05-18-2020, 07:51 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 27,388
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Predator 300

I bought a new Predator 3500 from our (somewhat) local Harbor Freight Store, but did not purchase the extended warranty. Very happy with it. My DW is allergic to sound, so I installed the inverter...
Forum: General Community Discussions 02-22-2020, 11:33 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,722
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
‘The Rolling Earthquake’

‘The Rolling Earthquake’
Forum: Western USA 01-26-2020, 10:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,337
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
I have a Ram diesel 2500 HD with 27 foot tow...

I have a Ram diesel 2500 HD with 27 foot tow trailer that weighs 7000 pounds. We went westward up the Sonora Pass last year without any issues.

The 25 degree grade is worrisome, but we didn’t...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 08-24-2019, 10:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 846
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Sleep Number R5 on their Internet website....

Sleep Number R5 on their Internet website. Comfortable, made for RVs, expensive.
Forum: Evo Travel Trailers 05-23-2019, 06:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,271
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Hi. My Sonoma 220RBS is a 2016, so not sure of...

Hi. My Sonoma 220RBS is a 2016, so not sure of the layout differences. I have done a few mods that really help, but have not changed the Dining Area Slideout (yet).

Just in case: are you aware...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 03-26-2019, 07:44 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 17,247
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Regarding Dash Cam:

If you have an iPhone, you can go to the Apple App Store and search for an app called Dash Cam produced by IPcamsoft.com I think I paid about six dollars for it, and other than not displaying...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 11-07-2018, 10:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 640
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Yes to both. However, the DW removed it due to...

Yes to both. However, the DW removed it due to some distortion. Didn’t bother me though. She bought a SqeeGee for the condensation.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 10-18-2018, 06:56 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,196
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Recap?

Dusty,

Thank was a helpful explanation. Please re-write it with the terms correctly stated and post again. I would hate to see this topic be quoted incorrectly.

Thanks

Rennie
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 10-16-2018, 09:13 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,187
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Very cool shunt mount! Thanks for the info....

Very cool shunt mount!

Thanks for the info. Tomorrow is wiring up day.

p. s. Can I hook up suitcase-type solar panels ( with proper controller ) to the un-attached leads?

Thanks again
...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-16-2018, 12:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,828
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Trailer Hitch Bump Block

Here are some rough photos of the 'bump block' that I made for my truck and trailer. I got the ideas from other posts on this forum... The specific details and measurements will vary widely for each...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 10-15-2018, 11:01 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,187
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Adding a Battery Monitor, which one?

Bought the Victron 712. Where is the best place to mount the shunt?

There is another post on the forum that mentions installing the shunt, on the chassis ground, right next to the on board charger...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-15-2018, 09:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,828
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Hi Adda I made a ‘bump block’ to help line...

Hi Adda

I made a ‘bump block’ to help line up my tow trailer hitch with the ball when backing up. There are previous posts in the forum about this, but let me know if you’d like to see a picture....
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 10-05-2018, 05:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,813
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Hi I bought the Rigid toolbox at...

Hi
I bought the Rigid toolbox at https://www.homedepot.com. The model is: 48R-OS.

I like it because:

A) It has locks that are almost impossible to get into without a key.

B) It has a lid...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 10-05-2018, 11:14 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,813
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
Thanks everybody! I tried that method this...

Thanks everybody!

I tried that method this morning, and it worked perfectly, as you all described. This brings great peace and comfort to my marriage.

FYI: I do have our Predator generator...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 10-04-2018, 11:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,813
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
How to connect a running generator safely to a travel trailer?

Details:
2018 Predator 3500 invertor/generator
25 foot ‘RV HD extension cord’
2017 F. R. Sonoma 220RBS travel trailer
WFCO WF-8955 PEC convertor/charger w/ hard wired cable connection

The...
Forum: Forest River Classifieds | Archive 08-09-2018, 10:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 585
Posted By MendocinoExplorer
How much?

How much?
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