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Forum: Windows, Awnings & Doors 08-16-2023, 02:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 375
Posted By JimChow
Try Dental Floss as your thread. I've repaired a...

Try Dental Floss as your thread. I've repaired a few tents with floss.
Forum: Prime Time 08-08-2023, 04:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,122
Posted By JimChow
Also get a water detector to alert you to leaks....

Also get a water detector to alert you to leaks. I use Govee detectors. I put one in the wet bay, where all the water connections are, one under the kitchen counter on the floor, where my leak...
Forum: Prime Time 08-07-2023, 05:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,122
Posted By JimChow
The only advice I can give is look over the...

The only advice I can give is look over the project and remove only what is necessary. Take pics if needed. I found that it wasn't as bad as I thought. I figured I didn't have anything to lose by...
Forum: Prime Time 08-06-2023, 09:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,122
Posted By JimChow
I had a cracked PEX fitting below our kitchen...

I had a cracked PEX fitting below our kitchen counter. After trying to make repairs through the opening from taking out a drawer I disassembled the the kitchen counter with the drawers so I could...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 08-04-2023, 05:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 487
Posted By JimChow
After 5 years the seal on our toilet was leaking....

After 5 years the seal on our toilet was leaking. I tried cleaning it and using silicone grease but it didn't help. The fix was replacing the seal which took about 1/2 hour. I cleaned the ball while...
Forum: Pets 08-04-2023, 05:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 783
Posted By JimChow
All good names, but Trip is the best !

All good names, but Trip is the best !
Forum: Pets 06-18-2023, 04:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 328
Posted By JimChow
Our newest family member

It's been almost 2 years since we lost our Gracie to kidney disease. We decided to adopt/rescue again from BREW another beagle. Her name is Suzy and she is 8 years old. Very healthy and energetic....
Forum: General Community Discussions 10-30-2022, 10:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,080
Posted By JimChow
Heck, I didn't leave the forum when we got a new...

Heck, I didn't leave the forum when we got a new non Forest River RV. After being here since 2007 I still check the forum. My thoughts are all RV's share pretty much the same workings. If I have a...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 09-10-2022, 06:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,079
Posted By JimChow
Ron045, you asked if anyone had any Grand Design...

Ron045, you asked if anyone had any Grand Design horror stories. We have a 2019 GD model TT bought new in 2018. Sure we've had some troubles but any time I have reached out to customer service (...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 07-28-2022, 05:23 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 19,095
Posted By JimChow
Started with a 2000 Coleman Utah pop up. We...

Started with a 2000 Coleman Utah pop up. We really enjoyed that camper. Moved to a 2007 Surveyor hybrid. Really enjoyed that one also until we got tired of the bunks. Bought a 2019 couples TT in 2018...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 02-04-2022, 06:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 720
Posted By JimChow
I check our TT once a month. I look for water...

I check our TT once a month. I look for water leaks, make sure nothing is missing. Once I found one of the tire covers missing. I found it 2 lanes over. Plus it's a good feeling sitting in it for...
Forum: Tips and Tricks 12-25-2021, 06:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,242
Posted By JimChow
We do the same things. We try to 're-purpose' any...

We do the same things. We try to 're-purpose' any item that might have an alternate life.
Forum: General Community Discussions 11-02-2021, 05:39 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,833
Posted By JimChow
I remove battery and store in house basement. LP...

I remove battery and store in house basement. LP stays on TT. I have the tanks locked to avoid possible theft.
Forum: General Community Discussions 11-01-2021, 04:16 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 12,344
Posted By JimChow
Just me and the wife. Setup and take down we both...

Just me and the wife. Setup and take down we both participate inside and out. Maintenance is all me. I don't have any problems handling maintenance solo.
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 10-20-2021, 07:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,584
Posted By JimChow
I wouldn't think you have a filter bypass. But...

I wouldn't think you have a filter bypass. But you will want to remove the filter before winterizing using anti-freeze. Fill the cup with antifreeze before screwing it back up in place.
Forum: Pets 08-26-2021, 07:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,274
Posted By JimChow
So sorry to read of your loss. A very difficult...

So sorry to read of your loss. A very difficult decision to make as I well know. I'll share this quote with you in hopes that it helps...

Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”...
Forum: Pets 08-22-2021, 07:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,464
Posted By JimChow
Thank you very much everyone for your kind words.

Thank you very much everyone for your kind words.
Forum: Pets 08-19-2021, 03:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,464
Posted By JimChow
Gracie is at the Rainbow Bridge

Today we had to let Gracie go. We rescued her 12 years ago when she was 2 years old and she has been our faithful and loving dog. Sadly she was stricken with kidney disease and seizures late into her...
Forum: Pets 08-06-2021, 02:57 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,639
Posted By JimChow
So sorry to hear of your loss. It touches close...

So sorry to hear of your loss. It touches close to home as our 14 year old Beagle is facing the same bladder cancer.
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 06-27-2021, 01:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,898
Posted By JimChow
Having the baffle to allow the fans to blow air...

Having the baffle to allow the fans to blow air through and over the coils is critical. The My RV Works video stresses that and basically enclosing the area to force the air through the coils.

I...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 06-27-2021, 10:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,898
Posted By JimChow
On the subject of over cooling......our Domectic...

On the subject of over cooling......our Domectic fridge never worked well in our 2019 TT. It is in the slide and I found out that fridges in the slide don't work as well. So I thought running the...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 06-25-2021, 05:57 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,898
Posted By JimChow
Try this "My RV Works' channel on YouTube. Many...

Try this "My RV Works' channel on YouTube. Many helpful videos. You may find your answer here.

https://m.youtube.com/c/MyRVWorksInc/videos
Forum: Pets 05-24-2021, 09:19 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,621
Posted By JimChow
Howie70, so sorry to hear that news. We too are...

Howie70, so sorry to hear that news. We too are facing the same situation with our 14 year old rescued Beagle. Our first trip out is next week and we aren't sure she will be with us.
You have our...
Forum: General Community Discussions 05-03-2021, 07:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,570
Posted By JimChow
I bought an extended warranty when we got our...

I bought an extended warranty when we got our first new trailer in 2007. Being new to RVing I didn't know any better. Paid a lot for it with the understanding that if I didn't use it I could get my...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 03-06-2021, 08:01 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,563
Posted By JimChow
My 2007 Tahoe is at the dealer now for air bag...

My 2007 Tahoe is at the dealer now for air bag recall.
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