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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 02-06-2022, 05:35 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 13,425
Posted By Kf4mnc
I too had a Toyota Tundra and purchased a gas...

I too had a Toyota Tundra and purchased a gas auxiliary tank for the bed of my truck. Details from a post I made years ago at Tundra Solutions are below.

As someone else mentioned, mine was...
Forum: Western USA 01-22-2022, 12:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,678
Posted By Kf4mnc
It has been a few years, but last time we visited...

It has been a few years, but last time we visited we stayed at the following location. It was probably 20 minutes from the Caverns, but it was an easy drive.

Brantley Lake State Park
33 East...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 06-09-2021, 07:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 937
Posted By Kf4mnc
Sounds like you are in bypass which is common if...

Sounds like you are in bypass which is common if your trailer was winterized.

I’m not familiar with your trailer but typically behind a panel near the pump and water heater there will be some...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 04-08-2020, 08:18 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,434
Posted By Kf4mnc
I had the same issue on my 2012 2500HD. Doing an...

I had the same issue on my 2012 2500HD. Doing an internet search shows this is a known issue with Chevy/GMC trucks and SUVs.

My issue was a module located above the rear axel near the spare tire....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 10-17-2019, 08:42 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,552
Posted By Kf4mnc
I am dealing with this decision currently for my...

I am dealing with this decision currently for my daily driver suv. In any event, I would suggest buying new for the following reasons:

1) You Can - You are still working, go ahead and buy it now...
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 09-12-2019, 09:57 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,267
Posted By Kf4mnc
Yep

Yes. Friday afternoon on Easter weekend 500 miles from home. (After having to have truck DEF tank worked on during the week while visiting Savanna, GA) Called a bunch of places and finally found a...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-11-2019, 09:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,892
Posted By Kf4mnc
Not entirely true. 2500HD Suburbans are still...

Not entirely true. 2500HD Suburbans are still made new for government agencies. You can most certainly purchase them on the used market.

Have a look at Chicago Motors. They specialize in such...
Forum: Eastern USA 08-02-2019, 08:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 691
Posted By Kf4mnc
Download Waze and check as you approach. I live...

Download Waze and check as you approach. I live in the area and drive it daily.

There is a fair amount of construction leading up to the 75/275 split headed northbound and on the east bound...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-27-2019, 08:28 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 16,527
Posted By Kf4mnc
I may be wrong, but the bearings are the least of...

I may be wrong, but the bearings are the least of OPs worries. He has one totally disconnected spring hanger and a second that has failed.

Be there done that. I hope you are safe and have found...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-30-2019, 09:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,302
Posted By Kf4mnc
On my first set and so far so good. I would...

On my first set and so far so good. I would recommend and buy again.

The Michelin’s are great too. I had them in my previous truck.

That said, I got the Cooper’s for half the price of the...
Forum: General Community Discussions 05-12-2019, 09:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,651
Posted By Kf4mnc
I am fairly confident the Husky is the same as...

I am fairly confident the Husky is the same as the one offered at Harbor Freight, which is cheaper. You could probably add the warranty and still come out ahead. That is if you have a store near by. ...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 03-04-2019, 09:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,614
Posted By Kf4mnc
I have had the same issue On My 2012 Silverado...

I have had the same issue On My 2012 Silverado 2500HD as well as my previous truck with the same trailer on both, a 2012 Coachman Catalina.

This is most likely an issue with the trailer, as...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-25-2019, 12:07 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 19,023
Posted By Kf4mnc
I've had it happen twice on my 2012 2500HD...

I've had it happen twice on my 2012 2500HD Duramax. Both times I was on the road. Thankfully it was covered under warranty, however, as soon as I am out of warranty, I will be doing a full delete....
Forum: On the Road | Travel Chat 01-24-2019, 05:07 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,671
Posted By Kf4mnc
Thank you for a well thought out and articulated...

Thank you for a well thought out and articulated response.

The two links you provided reference the same article. I have read that article, and many others. I provided my original link due to...
Forum: On the Road | Travel Chat 01-24-2019, 03:49 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,671
Posted By Kf4mnc
This is the correct answer! If you are a good...

This is the correct answer! If you are a good steward of nature and the wilderness you will have few if any issues. Of course there are exceptions, but being you are in a hard sided camper you should...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-02-2019, 10:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,502
Posted By Kf4mnc
Thanks, but no thanks?! My Marathons have...

Thanks, but no thanks?!

My Marathons have been great. Reasonably priced and are readily available.

I see no reason to change course now.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-01-2019, 11:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,502
Posted By Kf4mnc
Size is Important

Depending on your tire size might determine your options.

I have 14” rims on my Coachman so my options are extremely limited. We selected the Marathon tires and have been happy with them. One...
Forum: Propane Systems 01-01-2019, 11:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 11,071
Posted By Kf4mnc
Camp Maytag

This is what we did/used in scouts.

Camp Maytag (https://www.instructables.com/id/redneck-washing-machine/)
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 11-10-2018, 09:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,395
Posted By Kf4mnc
I was in the same boat as you. Smaller tires and...

I was in the same boat as you. Smaller tires and low sitting travel trailer. I had nearly ripped off my sewer valves more than once.

I had other issues with my frame, and ended up reinforcing...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 11-07-2018, 10:13 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 29,423
Posted By Kf4mnc
I had a tank custom made to fit under my tonneau...

I had a tank custom made to fit under my tonneau cover. It holds around 35 gallons of fuel. When I purchased it was originally purchased for gasoline, but I now use it with my diesel truck. From my...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 11-01-2018, 09:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,453
Posted By Kf4mnc
We also use a Vortex! Had it for four years now!...

We also use a Vortex! Had it for four years now! We will turn on the propane heater to knock of the cold when we first arrive, after that we let the vortex do the rest. We use one vortex and it keeps...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 10-22-2018, 08:23 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,721
Posted By Kf4mnc
Converter is good. Turned out to be a bad ground....

Converter is good. Turned out to be a bad ground. Thanks, though!
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 10-22-2018, 07:47 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,721
Posted By Kf4mnc
Top mounted clamp on post. I haven't been able to...

Top mounted clamp on post. I haven't been able to find any right angle terminals that go down that are not made for side post batteries.



I've been looking at the Fluke. Any particular model...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 10-18-2018, 05:57 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,721
Posted By Kf4mnc
Ok gang, thanks for all the help and insight. I...

Ok gang, thanks for all the help and insight. I think I finally have it all figured out. My issue was two fold with one part compounding the other.

Problem 1 - my volt meter was inaccurate. It...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 10-16-2018, 05:57 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,721
Posted By Kf4mnc
Thanks, Great idea! Yes all 12 volt...

Thanks, Great idea!



Yes all 12 volt items worked while plugged in.

The only thing turned on was the carbon monoxide.

See my update at the bottom of this post!
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