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Forum: General Tech and Repair 04-15-2020, 08:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,860
Posted By 4x4FF
Excellent write up!! I do not have the same...

Excellent write up!! I do not have the same setup as you so I can't offer you any insight. I did have to replace a section of my bathroom floor though mine was due to a water leak from my washing...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 09-27-2019, 10:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,466
Posted By 4x4FF
One thing to be aware of. You can see some...

One thing to be aware of. You can see some "ripples" in the vinyl flooring after I relaid it. I did not glue it down in case I ever needed to lift it again. It's not super noticible but I see it. I'm...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 09-27-2019, 08:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,466
Posted By 4x4FF
Here is some pics from before during and after....

Here is some pics from before during and after. Near the bottom you can see the transition strip I used when putting the vinyl back. 215887215888215889215890
Forum: General Tech and Repair 09-26-2019, 08:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,466
Posted By 4x4FF
In my experience if you have some very basic...

In my experience if you have some very basic skills these coaches are pretty simple to work on. Over the years I have done a lot of repairs and updates. I just helped a buddy of mine replace his...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 09-26-2019, 08:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,466
Posted By 4x4FF
I just repaired a 2' x 4' section of my floor. ...

I just repaired a 2' x 4' section of my floor. In my case my floor was 5/8" plywood on 2"x3" floor trusses. I did not have the styrofoam insulation in the floor just standard bats of fiberglass...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-18-2019, 03:48 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 27,305
Posted By 4x4FF
I have installed the "cheap heat" in my 5er and...

I have installed the "cheap heat" in my 5er and it wasn't exactly cheap but to me it was worth it for the convenience. I am not a full timer and don't camp a while lot in the winter but I do camp...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-05-2019, 07:22 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 27,305
Posted By 4x4FF
100% spot on. It gives options. I have monitored...

100% spot on. It gives options. I have monitored my electrical draw and it is comparable to running both A/C's and I don't have water dripping everywhere when I run it. I can switch from electric to...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-04-2019, 07:43 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 27,305
Posted By 4x4FF
I installed this in my 5er and am more than happy...

I installed this in my 5er and am more than happy with it. With that said, it all depends on how easy to access your furnace is. I don't full time in my unit and where I do go in the winter doesn't...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-31-2019, 01:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 764
Posted By 4x4FF
Just a thought, lookup "quickfist" mounts. We use...

Just a thought, lookup "quickfist" mounts. We use those a lot in the fire service to mount loose equipment to the trucks. They have many many configurations.

Steve
Forum: Slide Outs 02-03-2019, 04:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,384
Posted By 4x4FF
303 protectant is what is recommended a lot

303 protectant is what is recommended a lot
Forum: General Tech and Repair 10-17-2018, 10:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,867
Posted By 4x4FF
FWIW, I had nothing on or around my skylight that...

FWIW, I had nothing on or around my skylight that really stood out as a "Oh yeah, that's the spot". My leak was very slow. I just happened to notice a drop of water on one of the interior trim...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 10-17-2018, 10:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,867
Posted By 4x4FF
I had a similar leak in mine over the shower. I...

I had a similar leak in mine over the shower. I used eternabond tape around the exterior lip of the skylight and used a roller to make sure it was adhered well. Make sure to clean the roof surface...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-06-2018, 10:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 680
Posted By 4x4FF
A lot of the seals are made by a company called...

A lot of the seals are made by a company called Trim Lok. It took a bit of research but I was able to source most of my seals on my 5er (albeit not a FR camper) through Amazon and makarios rv online.
Forum: General Tech and Repair 08-23-2018, 08:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,130
Posted By 4x4FF
I too have a pilgrim. Almost all of the parts you...

I too have a pilgrim. Almost all of the parts you may need are sourced directly from lippert or other manufacturers. There are very few things that are proprietary. I have yet to find anything I...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-16-2018, 03:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 875
Posted By 4x4FF
Maybe a combination of fixes. Use the jb weld...

Maybe a combination of fixes. Use the jb weld then place a square of eternabond over it.
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-16-2018, 12:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 875
Posted By 4x4FF
Depending on access and amount you want to spend...

Depending on access and amount you want to spend you may want to try flex "tape" or even better would be trying a strip of eternabond. I would clean the surface thoroughly before hand as directed and...
Forum: Tips and Tricks 07-14-2018, 03:07 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,919
Posted By 4x4FF
Well after reading this thread several times and...

Well after reading this thread several times and doing some online research I have decided I'm going to do @Strigflags mod. This is about the best idea I've seen. Not sure if I'm going to have to...
Forum: Tips and Tricks 07-12-2018, 09:18 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,919
Posted By 4x4FF
I was going to get a single handle faucet because...

I was going to get a single handle faucet because my dual handle controls are way to easy to bump but after seeing the mixer valve that @strigflag posted I'm thinking about going that route.
Forum: Tips and Tricks 07-12-2018, 02:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,919
Posted By 4x4FF
Just search dura faucet on Amazon it's is like...

Just search dura faucet on Amazon it's is like the first review for me. Tried the send a link but can't.
Forum: Tips and Tricks 07-12-2018, 12:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,919
Posted By 4x4FF
If you read the reviews on Amazon someone...

If you read the reviews on Amazon someone describes how to do exactly what you are suggesting.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 06-27-2018, 07:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,716
Posted By 4x4FF
Thanks. I'll look into it. Sent from my...

Thanks. I'll look into it.

Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk
Forum: Modifications and Updates 06-27-2018, 06:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,716
Posted By 4x4FF
Excuse the ignorant question but what is the...

Excuse the ignorant question but what is the "sewer solution"?

Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-01-2018, 04:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,510
Posted By 4x4FF
Pop toggles from HD or Lowe's work great in the...

Pop toggles from HD or Lowe's work great in the thin wall board. Get the toggles made for 1/8 wall thickness.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-21-2018, 09:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,026
Posted By 4x4FF
I have no idea which fridge you have but on mine...

I have no idea which fridge you have but on mine I was able to replace the leveling feet with bolts and secured it from beneath. It hasn't moved since.
Forum: General Tech and Repair 04-30-2018, 09:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 767
Posted By 4x4FF
I am by no means a pro and in fact lean more to...

I am by no means a pro and in fact lean more to the redneck 'cheap' fix a lot of the time so take this for what it's worth. Just based on the pic it look like your finish layer is a thin piece of...
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