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Forum: Eastern USA 08-26-2022, 09:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,996
Posted By t.simpson
I agree with Sherman's advice all the way. Our...

I agree with Sherman's advice all the way. Our favorite is also Keuka SP and we have stayed at Camp Elmbrois several times and really like it as well. My add to this thread is to check out...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-06-2022, 07:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,722
Posted By t.simpson
My thought is to check the dip switches. I have...

My thought is to check the dip switches. I have heard that older user manuals from Renogy had incorrect dip switch settings. I downloaded the latest and my 40 Amp controller worked immediately. I...
Forum: Eastern USA 03-22-2022, 09:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,600
Posted By t.simpson
Computerwiz - I feel your pain! When we lived in...

Computerwiz - I feel your pain! When we lived in FL, we had a 14000 acre state park about a mile away. We used to walk to it! We could never get a camp site and we were tent campers at the time! ...
Forum: Eastern USA 02-28-2022, 10:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 480
Posted By t.simpson
Hey Vern, We currently live in WNY but...

Hey Vern,


We currently live in WNY but have also lived in Charlotte and FL. We have towed the 90/79/19/77/95 route many times, north and south bound. Wish we were going with you!
Forum: Eastern USA 02-03-2022, 08:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 468
Posted By t.simpson
Indiana Dunes NP?

We are planning our first trip to Indiana Dunes NP for late May. We plan on staying two nights in a private campground. Besides the actual dunes, what are the "no miss" things to see or do in the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-31-2022, 09:07 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 17,766
Posted By t.simpson
If you haven't, spend some time on the Ford Truck...

If you haven't, spend some time on the Ford Truck Enthusiasts website. You will lose DAYS reading peoples experiences and opinions on your very question. The 2017+ Superduty forum is a good...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-24-2022, 02:07 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 32,716
Posted By t.simpson
YukonGold hit it right on the head - payload. I...

YukonGold hit it right on the head - payload. I replaced my F-250 with a similar 350 and gained 900 lbs of payload capacity. For our travel trailer, this wasn't necessary, but we are going to add a...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-24-2022, 12:12 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 32,716
Posted By t.simpson
Hi AKC - if you are comparing base model trucks,...

Hi AKC - if you are comparing base model trucks, the difference is the springs. A F-350 comes stock with a helper spring pack in the rear. I am not sure if there is a difference in the front...
Forum: Eastern USA 01-19-2022, 09:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,598
Posted By t.simpson
Hey Joe - we try to attend one music festival a...

Hey Joe - we try to attend one music festival a year with our camper. In your home state of PA, we have attended Peach Fest in Scranton several times. This is dry camping in the ski resort parking...
Forum: Berkshire 11-09-2021, 04:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,536
Posted By t.simpson
That is spot on. I run three 100 watt panels and...

That is spot on. I run three 100 watt panels and my best ever, in perfect sunlight, was 14.21 amps or 243 watts. I figure 80% efficiency out of the panels in perfect weather.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 10-26-2021, 09:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 598
Posted By t.simpson
I am maybe two steps a head of you in this...

I am maybe two steps a head of you in this process for my trailer. My first suggestion is to go smaller on your DC to DC charger. Pulling too much amperage will kill your alternator. Alternators...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 10-21-2021, 08:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,001
Posted By t.simpson
Since no one has replied, I will add what I know....

Since no one has replied, I will add what I know. I use an Equalizer to connect our FR 27BHWS to our F-350. Adding washers is how I tuned the hitch after trading in the old truck. I believe...
Forum: A Frame Campers 09-01-2021, 09:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,153
Posted By t.simpson
We recently lost some groceries while boondocking...

We recently lost some groceries while boondocking and I jumped into the world of fridge mods with both feet. My question about your build is in regards to hot air rising. Are you fans pulling air...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 04-29-2021, 09:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,057
Posted By t.simpson
I have been using Haul Gauge to tune my weight...

I have been using Haul Gauge to tune my weight distribution system and keep tabs on payload. Its about $67900 cheaper than a F-150 Lariat and it works on any truck with an OBDC port. I have no...
Forum: Eastern USA 04-07-2021, 01:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,038
Posted By t.simpson
Hey Kszac - I can give you some recommendations...

Hey Kszac - I can give you some recommendations for the WNY portion of your trip. If you haven't been to Niagara Falls, I recommend 4 Mile Creek SP. This park sits on Lake Ontario with views of...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 01-21-2020, 03:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 842
Posted By t.simpson
I downloaded the developer version of FF and it...

I downloaded the developer version of FF and it still says that the site is not secure, but it does run the site.


Iwritecode - here is a screenshot that I just grabbed with Chrome open. You can...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 01-21-2020, 03:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 842
Posted By t.simpson
Pop up blocker was not it. I am getting a...

Pop up blocker was not it. I am getting a certificate error. Let me see if there is an update for FF. Frustrating!
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 01-21-2020, 02:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 842
Posted By t.simpson
Thanks for the replies - as Gaston says, this is...

Thanks for the replies - as Gaston says, this is the only site that I am having issues with. My settings were set to your suggestions and it still isn't working in FF. My gut says it has something...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 01-21-2020, 10:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 842
Posted By t.simpson
Firefox Browser Issues??

I use Firefox and suddenly started having issues. The home page will open but when I click on any forum or try to log in, I get a "Problem Loading Page error - The page isn’t redirecting properly...
Forum: Flagstaff 01-07-2020, 11:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,425
Posted By t.simpson
If your Zamp outlet is like mine (2018 27BHWS)...

If your Zamp outlet is like mine (2018 27BHWS) there isn't anything on the roof that goes with or to that outlet. The outlet is directly wired to your battery. So in the real world, you would run...
Forum: Flagstaff 12-11-2019, 01:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By t.simpson
If the controller on your panel can handle the...

If the controller on your panel can handle the additional amperage of the additional panels, then you could wire them into your existing controller and then plug the cable from the controller into...
Forum: Flagstaff 10-30-2019, 04:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By t.simpson
I had a bit of time today so I pulled the corner...

I had a bit of time today so I pulled the corner panel "wall board" off of the forward hold and my solution presented itself!! The wires that the corner panel was hiding slip right through the...
Forum: Flagstaff 10-30-2019, 04:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By t.simpson
My plug is just above the frame with the forward...

My plug is just above the frame with the forward hold above it. I may have to pierce the undercarriage liner to run the wires. Any pros or cons to poking holes in the liner?
Forum: Flagstaff 10-29-2019, 04:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By t.simpson
That is my plan for the Zamp outlet, I just want...

That is my plan for the Zamp outlet, I just want to move it a little upstream from the batteries. I have two 6 volts in individual 6 volt boxes and that aren't water proof and with the off gassing...
Forum: Flagstaff 10-29-2019, 12:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By t.simpson
27BHWS +Solar

I have had a low buck portable solar setup for a while and I am thinking about taking advantage of the Zamp plug and leveraging that to mount my controller in the forward hold. Anyone do this on a...
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