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Forum: Flagstaff 02-07-2022, 09:12 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,465
Posted By darb
I don’t have knobby tires and I drive about...

I don’t have knobby tires and I drive about 40km/hr when headed to or from our lake property to avoid stone damage. Also use rock tamer on truck
Forum: Flagstaff 02-07-2022, 09:07 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,465
Posted By darb
They sure would if he’s travelling gravel roads...

They sure would if he’s travelling gravel roads and the plastic “fenders” won’t help much. This I know as I tow my geo pro on plenty of gravel. Every road is different, but pebbles that will fit in...
Forum: Flagstaff 02-07-2022, 09:01 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,465
Posted By darb
I’d be concerned about the tread on the new tires...

I’d be concerned about the tread on the new tires throwing rocks up
Forum: Flagstaff 06-10-2021, 10:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,529
Posted By darb
Doesn’t sound like any problems with the actual...

Doesn’t sound like any problems with the actual unit, rather issues with electronics components. The TV was likely damaged by the fault of the solar controller.
It is too bad you had to fight with...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 05-28-2021, 07:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,894
Posted By darb
Excellent idea and suggestion

Excellent idea and suggestion
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 05-27-2021, 11:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,894
Posted By darb
I am not familiar with your tv or command center,...

I am not familiar with your tv or command center, but and well versed in the area.
Your command centre is Bluetooth, but is equipped with a Bluetooth receiver- not transmitter. This is so devices...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-27-2021, 10:08 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 19,134
Posted By darb
The answer to the original question can be found...

The answer to the original question can be found in the owners manual to your truck. My 2013 5L f150 states that tow haul mode only needs to be used towing on grades. straight and flat not necessary
Forum: Flagstaff 05-01-2021, 08:10 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 16,262
Posted By darb
There’s so few changes from ‘20 to ‘21 models of...

There’s so few changes from ‘20 to ‘21 models of geo pro to make any fuss. I believe they increased the solar wattage on the given package, the rest of the changes are very minor.
Forum: Flagstaff 05-01-2021, 07:24 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 16,262
Posted By darb
I’ve been following this since it began. I...

I’ve been following this since it began. I believe the review was on a ‘20 geo pro.
I own a ‘20 19FBS. I’m sure the AC unit hasn’t changed. I saw that nobody had responded to question of noise...
Forum: Flagstaff 05-01-2021, 07:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 16,262
Posted By darb
The AC is loud. Not controlled by the thermostat...

The AC is loud. Not controlled by the thermostat on the wall. It’s controlled directly on the unit.
Forum: Rockwood 04-08-2021, 11:17 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 15,491
Posted By darb
I have 2020 19fbs with dual 6v batteries and the...

I have 2020 19fbs with dual 6v batteries and the single 100w panel.
Didn’t plug in the entire summer with weekend use.
As for 7 day use, in full sun days (mostly - some overcast days), watching a...
Forum: Rockwood 03-12-2021, 10:37 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 22,779
Posted By darb
Remember weight of water and cargo, batteries and...

Remember weight of water and cargo, batteries and propane.
Take to the scales for a surprise. My tongue weight is around 750 on my 19fbs. Add another 100 for the weight of the hitch as well
Forum: Rockwood 03-11-2021, 08:19 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 22,779
Posted By darb
Agreed. I pull mine with f150. All loaded up to...

Agreed. I pull mine with f150. All loaded up to go, I’m at payload capacity
Forum: Flagstaff 10-25-2020, 02:57 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 16,262
Posted By darb
Note for the fridge temperature setting. Look...

Note for the fridge temperature setting.
Look at the cooling fins inside the refrigerator - to the right side you’ll see a sensor that can slide up and down.

Move it higher for colder fridge...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-07-2020, 08:29 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 24,200
Posted By darb
I have a ‘20 geopro FBS. Before I bought it, I...

I have a ‘20 geopro FBS.
Before I bought it, I was satisfied with the bracing, though certainly not overkill as I did when adding bracing to my late rpod. It had no support and significant sag as...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 07-04-2020, 12:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,909
Posted By darb
I know that wouldn’t cut it for me. We use a...

I know that wouldn’t cut it for me.
We use a 2” topper on the foam mattress that came with our camper.
3” of foam on top of plywood won’t have any give.
Forum: Rockwood 07-04-2020, 12:06 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 27,330
Posted By darb
FYI for all. We are not heavy users of power...

FYI for all.
We are not heavy users of power and it is July, but with our 19fbs and 2 6v batteries beginning with full charge, our solar is enough to keep batteries at fully charged. Lowest voltage...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 07-03-2020, 09:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,015
Posted By darb
I ended up repurposing the 8 ga wires intended to...

I ended up repurposing the 8 ga wires intended to link the controller to the battery by combining them with the stock 8 ga wire for the charger/controller. The result is the equivalent of a 3 ga...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-02-2020, 01:09 AM
Replies: 9,559
Views: 2,400,064
Posted By darb
232909 Woke up to this at the end of...

232909

Woke up to this at the end of campground one morning. Tarp for awning as well.
I assume the bed was comfortable..
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 07-02-2020, 12:46 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 13,084
Posted By darb
If you have steel valve stems, how are you going...

If you have steel valve stems, how are you going to cut off the GPS tracker?


232908
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 07-02-2020, 12:31 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,308
Posted By darb
In a popup, even a newer one, your demands are...

In a popup, even a newer one, your demands are not as high as everyone is letting on.
A proper battery monitor will give you all the info you need on your power situation.
I used to boondock 6...
Forum: Rockwood 07-01-2020, 11:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 989
Posted By darb
I’m in the same camp as NavyLCDR If you’ve...

I’m in the same camp as NavyLCDR

If you’ve never owned or used a camper before, there are quite a few things going on in campers these days.
PDI, I will bet any money you’ll leave not knowing...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-30-2020, 11:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 961
Posted By darb
I have the factory 100w on my 19FBS. Love it. ...

I have the factory 100w on my 19FBS.
Love it.
For our needs in this unit we have no need to add a panel.

This cutsheet may help you decide what will meet your needs. If I had a choice on my...
Forum: Windows, Awnings & Doors 06-30-2020, 10:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 857
Posted By darb
Nothing else I have found. I love the unit, so...

Nothing else I have found. I love the unit, so much more comfortable than our 172t rpod
Forum: General Community Discussions 06-29-2020, 09:03 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,327
Posted By darb
Remove it. Then add 2” foam topper and make the...

Remove it. Then add 2” foam topper and make the bed as you normally would.
That cover is for show, and keeps the mattress clean until it gets to you.
That is full size queen so you can easily...
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