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Forum: Flagstaff 12-20-2021, 08:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,474
Posted By tom2t
upside down pictures.

My wife is left handed. All of the horizontal pictures she takes are upside down when downloaded to my computer. When you turn your phone to the right, the camera is upside down.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 10-30-2021, 02:00 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 30,208
Posted By tom2t
bearing lube

The problem is that the grease never really "evaporates". At some point the hubs will be full. That's why I pull mine every 2 years, remove all the old grease and repack the bearings. You can then...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-12-2021, 07:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,021
Posted By tom2t
Why not just get a couple more batteries and...

Why not just get a couple more batteries and carry them in your truck. When one gets low, swap them, out. Couple hundred dollars.
Forum: General Community Discussions 06-18-2021, 03:56 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 8,773
Posted By tom2t
The Epoch Times is not a newspaper. It is...

The Epoch Times is not a newspaper. It is published by the Chinese religious group Falun Gong to destabalise relations between the US and the Chinese governments through misinformation, as they are...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-04-2018, 01:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,417
Posted By tom2t
I would think that their assumption is that if...

I would think that their assumption is that if you brought it in to be worked on for something simple, you don't know anything about it and they can rip you off with impunity. If you had it serviced...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 07-12-2018, 02:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,490
Posted By tom2t
While installing a fan on my Dometic fridge,...

While installing a fan on my Dometic fridge, (viking 17fq) I notice the control circuit board has a 3 amp and a 5 amp tube fuse on it. Does anyone ever check those fuses or had to replace one? Just...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-12-2018, 01:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,625
Posted By tom2t
May be a little off topic but your question...

May be a little off topic but your question reminded me of a book I read a while back. "Killing Rommel" is about the British long range desert teams that operated in the northern Sahara in WWII. They...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 07-10-2018, 01:52 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 18,538
Posted By tom2t
I removed the interior frame and the flat bottom...

I removed the interior frame and the flat bottom piece of clear acrylic. I cut a piece of nice, thick cardboard to fit the frame. I then painted the cardboard white with white spray paint. Couple...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-26-2018, 05:20 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 12,526
Posted By tom2t
Pick one side, guage your distance from the edge...

Pick one side, guage your distance from the edge of the driveway on that side and use the mirror on that side. Keep it simple!
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-26-2018, 05:18 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 12,526
Posted By tom2t
My driveway is 150 feet long and curved as well...

My driveway is 150 feet long and curved as well as uphill with a steep bank on one side, then 90 degrees into the spot by the garage. Even though I have backed the trailer up it many times with no...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-22-2018, 11:14 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,052
Posted By tom2t
I just shut off the main breaker in the trailer....

I just shut off the main breaker in the trailer. Much easier to get to.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 05-22-2018, 01:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,052
Posted By tom2t
I always make it a habit to never plug or unplug...

I always make it a habit to never plug or unplug anything under load ie. drawing current.Simple matter to flip the main breaker off, plug in, then turn breaker back on. The greater the load the...
Forum: General Community Discussions 04-25-2018, 02:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,548
Posted By tom2t
Rubber roof cleaner and sealer. Can get at wal...

Rubber roof cleaner and sealer. Can get at wal mart or any camper supply.
Mix with water according to instructions. Small sponge mop. Wet roof, clean 4 x 4 area, rinse. Do entire roof, rinse well,...
Forum: General Community Discussions 04-25-2018, 12:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,548
Posted By tom2t
I recoat and treat my roof every year. Less than...

I recoat and treat my roof every year. Less than $30 for the treatment and a couple hours of time. Worth the effort and expense I think. My driveway sits below the level of the house so I can see it...
Forum: Legacy 04-20-2018, 12:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,749
Posted By tom2t
If the service manager replaced it because the...

If the service manager replaced it because the old one is broken, and they had it in stock wouldn't it have to be a factory installation?
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 02-11-2018, 02:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 18,544
Posted By tom2t
Mine are set up to where you have to use the...

Mine are set up to where you have to use the balance control. front / rear, inside/ outside.
Could a small on /off switch be cut into the speaker wires and mounted by the door?
Forum: Roo | Shamrock 01-20-2018, 01:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,596
Posted By tom2t
Use your ears. When I first start putting water...

Use your ears. When I first start putting water in the tank it is a low rumbling sound. once it reaches the overflow it will change to a higher pitched gurgle. The higher the pitch the closer you are...
Forum: Coachmen 09-16-2017, 01:19 PM
Replies: 457
Views: 121,373
Posted By tom2t
My wife is left handed so when she takes a...

My wife is left handed so when she takes a picture, she turns the phone the opposite way a right handed person would do it. When I upload her pictures to the computer they are all upside down.
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-28-2017, 09:28 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,053
Posted By tom2t
I would speculate that the tanks were...

I would speculate that the tanks were manufactured overseas, probably China, and the terminology used is a translation of "Gate Valve'. The appropriate signage is probably included with the tanks and...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 07-26-2017, 01:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,887
Posted By tom2t
It may sound crazy, but could it be an issue with...

It may sound crazy, but could it be an issue with the thinner air at higher altitudes? Once the ratio of propane and air stabilized in the piping it was able to burn efficiently? Just a thought.
Forum: Coachmen 07-22-2017, 12:48 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,942
Posted By tom2t
2016 Viking 17FQ Window Mod

Have been doing a few small things to lighten up the inside of the trailer. Thought this worked out well. I left the original dark brown cloth on it and gave it a couple of coats of acrylic gesso...
Forum: Western USA 07-06-2017, 12:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,709
Posted By tom2t
Golden is just on the West edge of Denver. Try to...

Golden is just on the West edge of Denver. Try to plan on going through Denver before or after rush hour. That experience can be traumatic in a car!
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 06-16-2017, 12:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,478
Posted By tom2t
You can buy 10 to 100 foot rolls of that moulding...

You can buy 10 to 100 foot rolls of that moulding on Amazon. I purchased a 100 foot roll of american made rubber for 30 bucks with shipping. Pop the old moulding out, and clean the grooves then pop...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-01-2017, 07:15 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 508,927
Posted By tom2t
The tow haul button turns off the electric...

The tow haul button turns off the electric overdrive
Forum: Wildwood 04-30-2017, 12:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,753
Posted By tom2t
screw cover

Look carefully at the trim before you buy, some is made in China and is very thin. It will dry and crack very quickly. I will just keep the roll around and replace the trim as it dries out. As it is...
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