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Forum: Cherokee 12-30-2021, 07:54 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 15,475
Posted By Dsimes
Our 17JG had the 50W Juice pack on it and it...

Our 17JG had the 50W Juice pack on it and it would not even come closer to providing the power needed to keep the battery charged while using the 12V Furrion Fridge. We had to carry a generator with...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-02-2021, 06:48 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,420
Posted By Dsimes
What I do is carry 3 - 6 gallon fresh water jugs...

What I do is carry 3 - 6 gallon fresh water jugs and when our tank gets low I pour 1 or 2 in and keep the 3rd for a back up if needed.
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 06-20-2021, 02:43 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,147
Posted By Dsimes
If you take a shower as you do at home, you will...

If you take a shower as you do at home, you will run out of water. The best way I can explain to campers is to take a “military” style shower. Turn on water get yourself wet, turn off water soap...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 05-22-2021, 03:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,294
Posted By Dsimes
The best thing to do is drive several and narrow...

The best thing to do is drive several and narrow down to maybe two. Consider the cargo capacity of the two you narrow down to. If you are wanting a fiver that is in the 10,000 to 15,000 weight...
Forum: Boondocking 05-21-2021, 04:51 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,095
Posted By Dsimes
Definitely going to be an interesting year of...

Definitely going to be an interesting year of camping. We are waiting patiently for the Canada/US border to open up so we can travel up to Toronto to see our daughter. Been painful not being able...
Forum: Jokes and Humor 05-11-2021, 06:10 PM
Replies: 9,307
Views: 1,515,156
Posted By Dsimes
I had one of those on the left. Made a nice...

I had one of those on the left. Made a nice little fire pit/grill. :roflblack:
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 03-29-2021, 06:22 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,222
Posted By Dsimes
This is the exact same portable panel i purchased...

This is the exact same portable panel i purchased but have not had the opportunity too use yet. Thank you for the review! 👍🏼
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 03-21-2021, 01:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,980
Posted By Dsimes
To be honest I wish they would stop using tow...

To be honest I wish they would stop using tow capacity numbers. The cargo capacity and hitch capacity is what should be used for comparing tow vehicles. Too many times people get into trouble...
Forum: Tips and Tricks 03-18-2021, 07:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,490
Posted By Dsimes
We use UC Ultimate Campgrounds, HipCamp, Allstays...

We use UC Ultimate Campgrounds, HipCamp, Allstays apps. Mostly use HipCamp because we normally boon dock.
Forum: Dynamax 03-17-2021, 06:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,206
Posted By Dsimes
Yes these increases are industry wide. That’s...

Yes these increases are industry wide. That’s why we are trying to get the stock class c we have a down payment on purchased so we don’t have to order one.
Forum: Cherokee 03-16-2021, 06:07 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,227
Posted By Dsimes
2021 Wolf Pup 17jg

First of all; Admins if this isn’t allowed please lock or remove.

If anyone is looking for a wolf pup, we have decided to mover over to a class c motorhome so our 2021 Wolf pup 17jg is listed in...
Forum: RV Industry News, Recalls, and Service Bulletins. 03-16-2021, 05:49 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,827
Posted By Dsimes
Sorry to hear of this. Glad there were no...

Sorry to hear of this. Glad there were no injuries!
Forum: Dynamax 03-14-2021, 02:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,967
Posted By Dsimes
Could be when the tank was filled they over...

Could be when the tank was filled they over filled it. The norm is 80 to 85% filled to leave room for expansion.
Forum: Cherokee 03-14-2021, 02:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,608
Posted By Dsimes
Looks level ���� Chains crisscrossed ���� The...

Looks level ���� Chains crisscrossed ���� The only thing to watch would be your breakaway cable running on trip of the frame rail. All in all looks good! ����
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 03-14-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,350
Posted By Dsimes
Just to ad to what has been said about inverter...

Just to ad to what has been said about inverter generators, they are generally better if you plan to use electronics such as lap tops and tablets. Inverter generators are electronics friendly. ...
Forum: Boondocking 03-13-2021, 04:10 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 15,351
Posted By Dsimes
I’m certainly not a solar aficionado however from...

I’m certainly not a solar aficionado however from what I’ve read and researched, the PWM controllers will only charge lead acid batteries where the MPPT controllers are more of a smart controller...
Forum: Boondocking 03-13-2021, 01:56 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 15,351
Posted By Dsimes
I would definitely give Renology a look. You...

I would definitely give Renology a look. You would want an MTTP controller instead of a PWM like the factory installs.
Forum: Jokes and Humor 03-06-2021, 10:33 AM
Replies: 9,307
Views: 1,515,156
Posted By Dsimes
This is exactly why I love this thread! It is...

This is exactly why I love this thread! It is sure to get my day off to a good start. :roflblack::roflblack:
Forum: Berkshire 03-01-2021, 07:49 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 20,791
Posted By Dsimes
A couple of my friends use one in their hunting...

A couple of my friends use one in their hunting cabin, however the hunting cabin is not as tight as a coach is. You will definitely want to ventilate while using it.
Forum: Cherokee 02-28-2021, 02:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,404
Posted By Dsimes
We carry a generator with us as we boon dock...

We carry a generator with us as we boon dock mostly also. If you have a single battery and the 50w juice pack you will need the generator.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 02-27-2021, 02:17 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,721
Posted By Dsimes
One thing to think about when towing a car on a...

One thing to think about when towing a car on a dolly. If you have to make an emergency maneuver the dolly and the car on it will act like the tail of a dog. I know a person who was using a dolly...
Forum: Boondocking 02-25-2021, 10:12 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 15,351
Posted By Dsimes
I just bought a Renology suite case portable...

I just bought a Renology suite case portable solar panel with a built in charge controller. After a lot of research and recommendations, the reputation of Renology seemed the best company to go with.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 02-25-2021, 06:16 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,650
Posted By Dsimes
We have the Equalizer 4 way WDH and I love it. ...

We have the Equalizer 4 way WDH and I love it. In the past I’ve owned Reese almost exclusively but you had to add a sway bar, not to mention fusing with the chains constantly. When we purchased the...
Forum: RiverStone 02-22-2021, 06:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,516
Posted By Dsimes
I leave ours in the bed of the truck back by the...

I leave ours in the bed of the truck back by the tailgate. That way it easy to get to to refuel. If it rains I can close the tonneau cover and leave the tailgate down.
Forum: RiverStone 02-22-2021, 01:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,516
Posted By Dsimes
We use a Champion 3500w with 4000w surge with our...

We use a Champion 3500w with 4000w surge with our 17jg. It has worked great however it is not an inverter so is a bit noisy.
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