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Forum: Prime Time 07-25-2022, 12:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,575
Posted By SLU2
stiff gate valves

Here is a trick that works to ease gate valves function. add 1 cup of vegetable oil and 1 gallon hot water to your drain(gate valve closed if you can close it) and slowly open it till it flows and...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 02-27-2022, 11:49 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,507
Posted By SLU2
We use our 12v Dometic fridge for air tight...

We use our 12v Dometic fridge for air tight storage. We are stationary and have a full size fridge on our enclosed room. Tried the fridge in the beginning but the temp was in the upper 40's on a warm...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 02-13-2022, 04:51 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 12,755
Posted By SLU2
I Remember(from experience), Plugged into the...

I Remember(from experience), Plugged into the shore pedestal, Our plug melted and the campground took responsibility because the pedestal sockets were older and was told the springs inside the plug...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 02-12-2022, 11:55 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 12,755
Posted By SLU2
Power connections

We are stationary in a campground(seasonal) and we had a similar issue. While plugged into the campground pedestal, we found our plug starting to melt. Found out it wasn't our plug but the...
Forum: Cedar Creek 02-11-2022, 12:22 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 15,639
Posted By SLU2
slide water damage/any damage

First thing you get it caulking and seals are considered general maintenance and not covered under warranties! Had $800.00 damage in ceiling due to a leak at a ceiling vent. I did get some things...
Forum: Berkshire 02-11-2022, 12:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,326
Posted By SLU2
sagging ceiling

My ceiling looked like that 2 years after purchasing my FR Surveyor. Turned out the kitchen vent had leaked into it and $800.00 later, had the leak fixed and the ceiling damaged replaced...
Forum: Forest River Lifestyle 01-30-2022, 12:54 PM
Replies: 430
Views: 72,143
Posted By SLU2
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Forum: Sabre 01-28-2022, 05:16 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,628
Posted By SLU2
Propane tanks

I hope the 30lb tank fits in your cubby. If you swap out tanks like a 20lb, you only get 15lbs of propane due to travel regulations(Home Depot, Lowes, gas stations, ect) Getting the tank refilled is...
Forum: Forest River Lifestyle 01-11-2022, 01:15 PM
Replies: 430
Views: 72,143
Posted By SLU2
Green Holly Campground, Goshen, N.J.

Our seasonal getaway!
Forum: Forest River Lifestyle 01-11-2022, 01:13 PM
Replies: 430
Views: 72,143
Posted By SLU2
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Forum: Tips and Tricks 01-09-2022, 12:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,845
Posted By SLU2
Our biggest concern is carpenter ants at our...

Our biggest concern is carpenter ants at our campground. Our former 1985 Citation trailer had them in the ceilings and bathroom. We now have a 2012 FR Surveyor with no problems. We us Home Defense...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 01-06-2022, 10:09 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,800
Posted By SLU2
An adjustable would not clear the h/w heater to...

An adjustable would not clear the h/w heater to turn it, thats why I need a 1 1/6in socket and extension.
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 01-06-2022, 10:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,800
Posted By SLU2
Sorry, I mean't 1 1/16 inch socket not 1/16

Sorry, I mean't 1 1/16 inch socket not 1/16
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 01-02-2022, 04:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,800
Posted By SLU2
1 /16 but also get an extension!

1 /16 but also get an extension!
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 12-30-2021, 04:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,638
Posted By SLU2
Outlets not working

I would pull the outlet and check the wiring and connections. RV's are not built with the highest quality components. I have a 2010 FR Surveyor 310 for 5 years and twice I had to replace the main...
Forum: Propane Systems 12-29-2021, 04:49 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 209,605
Posted By SLU2
Propane Usage

A 30lb tank should last several days while 2-30lb tanks should last over 1 week. We are stationary but go through 4-30lb tanks a season. Including cooking and hot water from April till November in...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 12-15-2021, 10:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,855
Posted By SLU2
When we bought or 2012 FR Surveyor, the shower...

When we bought or 2012 FR Surveyor, the shower head water would just dribble out. No spray. We found the Oxygenics shower head and never looked back. Not too expensive and easy to hook up.

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Forum: General Community Discussions 11-19-2021, 01:00 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 9,175
Posted By SLU2
We camp at a seasonal campground with stationary...

We camp at a seasonal campground with stationary sites. During the week the WIFI is great but when the weekend approaches, it becomes a nightmare. Can't handle all the streaming and kids on their...
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 11-17-2021, 12:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,000
Posted By SLU2
Vent pipe

Agreed with HerveVR (https://www.forestriverforums.com/forums/members/hervevr-49810.html), Inspect all roof vents and covers and reseal them with Dicor while doing the vent pipe. When we purchased a...
Forum: Shasta 11-15-2021, 03:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,601
Posted By SLU2
Washer/Dryer winterizing

I would assume those connections are just like an outside shower. Even though they are not used, they still have water in the lines.
Forum: Slide Outs 11-04-2021, 09:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 23,031
Posted By SLU2
Slideout leaks

I have my FR in a seasonal campground(stationary). The 1st couple of winters after we bought and placed it in the campground, I would put the slide-outs in for the winter. A couple of seasons ago I...
Forum: Mercedes Benz Sprinter Chassis 11-02-2021, 03:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,426
Posted By SLU2
Canister water filter

Even though i took out the filter in the canister, its still installed. I use an external inline filter instead. Recommend the Hydrolife HL-180. Easy install and it works great...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 10-31-2021, 09:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,219
Posted By SLU2
We are seasonal campers and the water...

We are seasonal campers and the water heater(Propane only) is left on all season. During peak season the water usually has a high sulfur smell which we eliminated that with the Hydrolife HL 180...
Forum: FR3 10-24-2021, 08:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,071
Posted By SLU2
A/C issues

We bought a 2012 FR Surveyor in 2016. The first summer we used the a/c, Icicles were shooting out of the vent of the unit. The dealer try to tell us to keep the fan running to fix it! I said WHY...
Forum: Dynamax 10-19-2021, 03:03 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,159
Posted By SLU2
Smoldering Campfires...

I have dealt with other campers burning construction material that was smoldering and unattended mostly all afternoon going into our porch and trailer. I called management and they dealt with it...
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