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Forum: Appliances and Electronics 06-08-2023, 07:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,709
Posted By LegacyFB38
I use this unit: ...

I use this unit:
...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 12-13-2022, 03:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,588
Posted By LegacyFB38
Totally agree.

Totally agree.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 12-13-2022, 03:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,588
Posted By LegacyFB38
Totally agree with AlaskaErik. We pull a...

Totally agree with AlaskaErik.

We pull a Riverstone 38FB with a 2018 F-450. Works great.

BTW, I believe the reduced payload of the F-450 is NOT from less capability but rather staying within...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 01-28-2022, 10:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,701
Posted By LegacyFB38
A couple thoughts/opinions/suggestions: 1)...

A couple thoughts/opinions/suggestions:

1) "Crimp and solder" sounds ideal. It's not. Especially in high vibration applications. Reason being the solder wicks up the wire strands. What was...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 10-09-2021, 12:05 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 28,312
Posted By LegacyFB38
First, thank you to the OP for the updates. ...

First, thank you to the OP for the updates.

This is an interesting thread. A good example of how what will likely prove to be a simple fix can sometimes be very difficult to diagnose.
...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 10-07-2021, 07:30 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 28,312
Posted By LegacyFB38
Wow, some crazy stuff here! A REAL l o n g...

Wow, some crazy stuff here!

A REAL l o n g shot, but next time you tow, check the temperature of the thread of each tire as well as the hubs. Crazy, I know, but...

Also, it might be valuable to...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 06-03-2021, 06:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,020
Posted By LegacyFB38
Lots of good suggestions in this thread! For...

Lots of good suggestions in this thread!

For whatever it is worth, I would not drink the water until you are comfortable that the RV tanks have been sanitized.
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 10-01-2020, 11:21 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,225
Posted By LegacyFB38
True, the stuff doesn't cost a fortune. But...

True, the stuff doesn't cost a fortune. But either does water. Conservation and not generating unnecessary waste are also valid considerations.

Reclaimed anti freeze may be diluted with water. A...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-17-2020, 01:20 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 14,728
Posted By LegacyFB38
I respectfully disagree. Air can do the...

I respectfully disagree.

Air can do the job...IF the system is designed/installed and functioning correctly. That's a big "if". If not, water can be trapped in areas that will be damaged when...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 09-16-2020, 08:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,196
Posted By LegacyFB38
I definitely agree with your thought about...

I definitely agree with your thought about getting a carport rather than a cover.
Forum: FR3 09-16-2020, 12:00 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 23,203
Posted By LegacyFB38
I think this is one of those topics where it is...

I think this is one of those topics where it is unclear which department the answer to a question originates. Engineering? Service? Marketing? Sales? Legal? ...
Forum: Seasonal, Long-term and Work Camping 09-15-2020, 11:32 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 32,221
Posted By LegacyFB38
WOW! Not cheap! And you're right, the area and...

WOW! Not cheap! And you're right, the area and the facility is VERY nice.

We have our own seasonal site about 20 miles from Swan Bay. (Walking distance from Jacques Cartier State Park.) 540' of...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-14-2020, 09:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 22,486
Posted By LegacyFB38
TowPro just nailed it. A residential septic on...

TowPro just nailed it. A residential septic on our rocky/hilly property could be upwards of $30k. (Tank, mound, pump...)

A 500 gallon (or less) pump out is just under $300.
Forum: Seasonal, Long-term and Work Camping 09-14-2020, 08:12 PM
Replies: 198
Views: 63,953
Posted By LegacyFB38
Come to New York. We do yearly fees in the form...

Come to New York. We do yearly fees in the form of taxes. Trust me, everything is not bigger in Texas. :)
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-12-2020, 10:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 22,486
Posted By LegacyFB38
I would imagine it would take some some thought...

I would imagine it would take some some thought to bypass the RV holding tanks...especially the black tank. It may be a challenge getting the slope of the drain lines correct within the confines of...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-11-2020, 08:20 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 22,486
Posted By LegacyFB38
Many really good comments posted in this thread!...

Many really good comments posted in this thread! Really helpful.

When installing an external holding tank, what venting is needed? How far away should it be from the RV and deck/patio...?

I...
Forum: Seasonal, Long-term and Work Camping 09-10-2020, 01:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,939
Posted By LegacyFB38
We have our RV insured with a large national...

We have our RV insured with a large national company. The agent said we are covered if we place the RV on a site like we would when we are at a campground, HOWEVER, if it is "permanent" it is not...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-10-2020, 12:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 22,486
Posted By LegacyFB38
We are looking for black/grey water solutions...

We are looking for black/grey water solutions also.

Currently we use a pump out service geared towards RVs. They will pump out a 42 gallon tote for less than $50. That works well for the volume of...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-10-2020, 12:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 22,486
Posted By LegacyFB38
Please do...the more info/pictures the better! ...

Please do...the more info/pictures the better!

What is the cost to pump out the $500 gallon tank?
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-09-2020, 09:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,983
Posted By LegacyFB38
There are RV valve lube products that may help. I...

There are RV valve lube products that may help. I use Thetford Drain Valve Lubricant after dumping the tanks. Both grey and black.

Try to get a penetrating oil like WD40 into the cable. A...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 08-16-2020, 09:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 682
Posted By LegacyFB38
2X Ideally, get the weight off the tires and...

2X

Ideally, get the weight off the tires and protect them from the sun.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-15-2020, 09:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,298
Posted By LegacyFB38
This would mean if the switch was inadvertently...

This would mean if the switch was inadvertently turned off, there would be no smoke/fire/LP detector(s) or trailer brakes. Yikes!
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-12-2020, 09:12 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 12,872
Posted By LegacyFB38
F-450 Super Duty PICKUP trucks have full power. ...

F-450 Super Duty PICKUP trucks have full power.

We have a 2018 with 4.30 gears. The thing pulls our Riverstone 38FB (roughly 18,000#) just fine. :)
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-02-2020, 05:14 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,152
Posted By LegacyFB38
Beats me. Same goes for cars. We know a couple...

Beats me. Same goes for cars. We know a couple that go through boats, cars, and houses (!) every few years! It would seem to be a costly approach, especially if buying new. I guess if you have that...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 07-17-2020, 10:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 661
Posted By LegacyFB38
When the 2 batteries are in parallel, the voltage...

When the 2 batteries are in parallel, the voltage remains unchanged and the current capacity is added together. If the batteries were in series (as 6V batteries typically are in RVs) the voltage is...
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