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Forum: Berkshire 10-29-2021, 12:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,038
Posted By J Autry
Sewer line storage ?? = Useless!!

I have one on my Simba. It's useless! I'd have to take off the sewer hose fittings to get the hose in the storage tube. I might use it to store my flag and flag pole.
Forum: Eastern USA 09-21-2021, 11:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,828
Posted By J Autry
If you are a member of FMCA you might consider...

If you are a member of FMCA you might consider staying a night FREE at their members-only campground it Cincinnati, OH.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-10-2021, 02:03 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,116
Posted By J Autry
I pulled a 27' TT from '79-1992 with an F150; ...

I pulled a 27' TT from '79-1992 with an F150; then a 35' 5'er (no slides) from 1992 -1992 with an K2500; then a 5'er (3 slides) with a DRW Dodge from 1992-2012; then the 5'er from 2012-2016 with a...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-10-2021, 10:19 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 16,629
Posted By J Autry
How about towing a 5'er before the '80's? ...

How about towing a 5'er before the '80's?


https://www.pinterest.com/pin/291889619573594523/
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 08-07-2021, 11:22 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 11,894
Posted By J Autry
We lived in a TT for two years and kept the black...

We lived in a TT for two years and kept the black valve open. After doing the dirty deed, we flushed with a gallon or more of water. We had the tank hooked up to the RV park's sewer with a solid,...
Forum: Eastern USA 06-22-2021, 11:33 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 11,160
Posted By J Autry
CrackerBarrel

Cracker Barrel is also is a good place to eat!


If you're a member of the Elks, there are Elks Lodges that offer overnight RV parking. Some with water and power, some with full service. Many...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 06-01-2021, 10:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,372
Posted By J Autry
Loan Payoff.

Why pay a service? Contact the financial institutions holding liens on your vehicles. They should be able to advise you on paying off the liens and get free titles for the party buying the 5th wheel...
Forum: At the Cookout 05-20-2021, 10:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 13,940
Posted By J Autry
Portable Smokers

Check out the Traeger Ranger or the Traeger Scout portables. I've been using my Ranger for almost a year and love it!


https://www.traegergrills.com/en/pellet-grills/portable/ranger...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 05-20-2021, 10:41 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,710
Posted By J Autry
Cleaning sensors.

Kills more than "two birds with one stone." No long lines on the way out gives a 'cleaner' and quicker departure. You don't have to fool with the dump station and fight off the accidental splashes...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 05-18-2021, 11:17 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 10,990
Posted By J Autry
If you're planning on spending a couple Grand and...

If you're planning on spending a couple Grand and holding another Grand in anticipation; You've probably already exceeded your GCWR before you leave the driveway. Good Luck.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-14-2021, 02:22 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,556
Posted By J Autry
I pulled a 5th Wheel with a F150 SWD for 3 years,...

I pulled a 5th Wheel with a F150 SWD for 3 years, a Dodge 3500 Dually for 12 years, then with a Ford F350 for 8 years. The improved stability provided by a Dually was totally noticeable to me. I...
Forum: On the Road | Travel Chat 05-11-2021, 12:59 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 18,018
Posted By J Autry
High-Flying Bridges

Quoting 'ToastedDoom': "Now to my question. I live in Texas where they design highway overpasses and bridges that go into the upper-stratosphere and I get super nervous on those things in my daily...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 03-18-2021, 11:31 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,126
Posted By J Autry
Keeping my fluid filled.

The two L/A 6V batteries in my coach were old and bulging out when I decided to change them. Of course my old bones disliked going through the contortions of checking levels and replenishing cell...
Forum: Propane Systems 02-22-2021, 10:58 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,076
Posted By J Autry
Propane Refill

In Independence, MO Menards has a propane refill station designed to accommodate motor homes.


Good Luck.
Forum: Sabre 02-15-2021, 08:13 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 19,152
Posted By J Autry
Ladders

I didn't trust ANY ladder installed on my (gone now) TT, Fiver, or the motor home I have now. The telescoping ladder is more stable, trustworthy, and built right. Plus, you can move it and use it...
Forum: On the Road | Travel Chat 02-01-2021, 10:31 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,116
Posted By J Autry
He wrote: "I've covered van life and the...

He wrote: "I've covered van life and the tiny-house movement for over a year now, and almost everyone has told me that the space is small but that doesn't matter because you're outside most of the...
Forum: On the Road | Travel Chat 02-01-2021, 10:13 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,116
Posted By J Autry
NASA Cap

He probably rented the NASA cap along with the van.
Forum: Dynamax 01-15-2021, 01:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,100
Posted By J Autry
Red Ice?

To accelerate flushing the RV antifreeze from the ice maker line, open the service panel and disconnect the water supply line to the ice maker, Then run the water pump until it turns clear.:trink36:
Forum: Product Reviews 12-24-2020, 09:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,360
Posted By J Autry
Call 1 (855) 706-3536 to unsubscribe to the RV...

Call 1 (855) 706-3536 to unsubscribe to the RV Repair Club.
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 07-03-2020, 03:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,180
Posted By J Autry
Hitch Extender

Check into a hitch extender.
Unknown quality/inexpensive: Harbor Freight -or
Quality/cost more: Etrailer.com
:signhavefun:
Forum: Seasonal, Long-term and Work Camping 05-08-2020, 11:54 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,882
Posted By J Autry
CAMCO Tote

Camco Tote comes in different sizes. features and accessories.



...
Forum: Jokes and Humor 03-17-2020, 02:09 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 8,279
Posted By J Autry
Try backing in a spot at 10PM, Raining, and NO...

Try backing in a spot at 10PM, Raining, and NO lighting. Spotter was the camp owner's wife. She insisted on standing directly behind the camper, holding her flashlight and umbrella. My DW got out to...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 03-17-2020, 01:59 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 13,525
Posted By J Autry
Look into one of those 'sidewinder' kingpin...

Look into one of those 'sidewinder' kingpin boxes. Just the thing for a shortbed. It extends the trailer/cab clearance by several inches. I had the 5th Airborne Premium model. It's a little pricey...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 03-11-2020, 12:08 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,967
Posted By J Autry
I had the NSA Ready Brute Elite installed...

I had the NSA Ready Brute Elite installed (professionally) and after more than 15K miles, I've never had a problem. And, with the integrated braking system, I'm hooked up and ready to go in less...
Forum: Tips and Tricks 02-28-2020, 02:24 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,124
Posted By J Autry
Clubs

For an "Overnight" stop on our way to our destination we stop overnight at one of the many ELKS Lodges that offer RV parking. The hookups vary from dry to full service. Extended stays can usually...
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