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Forum: Modifications and Updates 12-22-2020, 12:20 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,689
Posted By LairdT
Resale takes care of itself

We took out the dinette of n our toy hauler. Even after paying for high quality foam in the cushions the seating was never comfortable, so out it came! Found 2 leather recliners with mini tables at...
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 05-23-2020, 11:18 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,624
Posted By LairdT
Had same issue!

My hitch on the tv side was mal adjusted by the dealer such that it was tilted and would not release. I had to get the dealer to send over a technician to figure it all out. Later discovered the...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-17-2020, 08:39 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,248
Posted By LairdT
Ditto!

I did the same thing, and as a bonus could purchase road hazard insurance too, which my local shop would not provide even though they wanted a lot more for the same tire. The tires were supplied by a...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 12-05-2019, 02:48 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,580
Posted By LairdT
China Bomb

I have posted this link before about Chinese Tires: Read the whole article and you will see a glimmer of why my last two RV’ s have had Goodyear Endurance tires! ...
Forum: Off Topic 10-24-2019, 11:36 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 11,729
Posted By LairdT
The Spray!

Before buying our Nitro in 2015, we sold our then current rig, an Outback, to a buyer across the state. At a fuel stop, I noticed a drip from the sewer valve& later pulled over in a remote (in...
Forum: Eastern USA 09-02-2019, 03:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,971
Posted By LairdT
You need to go!

As a past MSF instructor, be aware that most car-bike accidents happen at intersections near your own home......., most of them involve riders with limited experience, ages 16 - 24, choppers,...
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-27-2019, 01:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,442
Posted By LairdT
Ditto!

Had my rig pressure washed in Yuma, and the rubber roof developed bubbles. Caused by the wash? I’m not sure, but my rig was only a year old at the time. Not an experience I would repeat although...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 08-27-2019, 01:27 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,145
Posted By LairdT
Campground Etiquette

Keep in mind the difference between 54 dB and 64 dB is logarithmic ..... X10 times louder!
Forum: A Frame Campers 07-06-2019, 11:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,107
Posted By LairdT
Alternative Meanings

So my 30FQS designation could be “Front Queen &Slide”, but after one night on the flimsy factory mattress “(FFMS)” I took it to mean “Flimsy Queen S _ _ _ s and bought a comfortable mattress..........
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-18-2019, 11:27 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 15,892
Posted By LairdT
My new Outdoors RV Creekside came standard with...

My new Outdoors RV Creekside came standard with Goodyear Endurance load range E. Apparently Some manufacturers are figuring out how much RV’ers dislike China Bombs......
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-04-2019, 12:15 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 15,892
Posted By LairdT
No Carlisle’s for Me

For those of you unsure of the “China Bomb” controversy being real - read this NY Times article all the way to the end where tire brands are named. ...
Forum: Western USA 03-17-2019, 12:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,233
Posted By LairdT
Flagstaff

If you are in mind of an overnight freebie- don’t try Walmart unless you want the police running you off during the night! There are a variety of camp ground south on I17 that are nice!
Forum: Dollars & Cents 03-09-2019, 10:46 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,287
Posted By LairdT
I bought mine last year at Walmart online. They...

I bought mine last year at Walmart online. They were shipped directly to me from a 3rd party vendor (free shipping). I had them mounted at a Walmart store and was able to acquire road hazard...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 02-23-2019, 09:54 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 16,124
Posted By LairdT
Ditto

Personal experience- just bleaching your laundry and cleaning using bleach will kill your septic system, resulting in (depending on how your system was constructed) a lengthy procedure to clean out...
Forum: Western USA 02-12-2019, 02:43 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 636
Posted By LairdT
Phoenix Area Mobile Tech Recommendation

I have a friend- a newbie to the RV world, - limping into he Phoenix area with her newer B+ experiencing multiple electrical issues. I was going to help her but got called to Colo Springs for a...
Forum: General Community Discussions 01-20-2019, 02:59 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,370
Posted By LairdT
Check the weather

After 30+ years living here n Wyo, check the weather before using I25 or I80. The wind can be a real white knuckle influence...... that said - drive Chief Joseph highway out of Cody either going...
Forum: Western USA 01-17-2019, 10:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,747
Posted By LairdT
Ditto on “The Corner” in Winslow. Fun stop,...

Ditto on “The Corner” in Winslow. Fun stop, excellent Mexican food across the street & west of the statues. Lots of signs directing you to the spot!
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 12-04-2018, 02:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,727
Posted By LairdT
Tire Pressure

I also notice a 10-15 degree temperature increase on the sunny side tires. My local tire guru suggested that I inflate to the suggested pressure the coach mfg posts. If you upgrade to stouter tired...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 11-16-2018, 10:18 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 461
Posted By LairdT
Towing Dynamics Illustrated

Saw this video on Facebook & having survived towing a very wrong hitch setup (dealer installed!), thought this was a good demo of the physics involved!...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-26-2018, 02:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,644
Posted By LairdT
Ditto on Rejex! Especially on the front of the...

Ditto on Rejex! Especially on the front of the RV. It leaves an ultra slick surface that sheds bugs and supposedly lasts 6 months.
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 07-29-2018, 01:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,730
Posted By LairdT
My First Choice

Was at a dealer last week & observed that units made by North wood Mfg (Arctic & Silver Fox, Nash etc.) Jayco,, Outdoors RV all had Goodyear tires new from mfg. is someone listening to the China Bomb...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-27-2018, 12:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,469
Posted By LairdT
Surprise!

It takes patience with dealerships this time of year. Sometimes offering a solution that takes less involvement from the dealer can pay off. The WDH on my new rig bent on my first trip ( see picture)...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 07-25-2018, 01:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,409
Posted By LairdT
Same problem

I had the same problem with “You’ve won a $1000.00 gift certificate” to Amazon ...yadda yadda yadda. Got it on Facebook too. & had to turn my iPhone off to get rid of that nasty ness. I downloaded an...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 07-09-2018, 03:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,029
Posted By LairdT
Thanks

I appreciate all the advice... this morning the anode had stopped dripping while the leak from the burner area was constant. I wonder if my efforts to torque the new anode twisted a seal loose in the...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 07-07-2018, 10:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,029
Posted By LairdT
Replacement Signs in Suburban 6 gallon Water Heatet

I replaced the leaking pop off valve while staying in Yuma last February. I pulled the anode at the same time, re-installed it with difficulty because of corrosion on the threads. I winterized in...
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