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Forum: Tips and Tricks 10-03-2023, 07:38 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,408
Posted By curteric
When we lived near Duluth Mn, we had skunks...

When we lived near Duluth Mn, we had skunks living next door under an old shack. When the kids were young they would play outside in the dark, making all kinds of noise. Once the wife had a coworker...
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-20-2023, 08:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 205
Posted By curteric
Welcome, originally from Duluth. We are Full time...

Welcome, originally from Duluth. We are Full time in a 34ft 5th wheel. Left Mn, for Texas 5 years ago. Best move ever. Get back for a couple of weeks so the wife can visit her mother and visit...
Forum: Central USA 11-25-2022, 12:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,903
Posted By curteric
Tucson Trap and Skeet, Coyote Springs Sporting...

Tucson Trap and Skeet, Coyote Springs Sporting Clays. They have onsite full hookups. There are also 2 RV Parks with in a couple of miles. We prefer the parks, the club is a big parking lot, no shade,...
Forum: Cedar Creek 03-11-2022, 07:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,006
Posted By curteric
We have a 2016 Cedar Creek 29IK. We have spent...

We have a 2016 Cedar Creek 29IK. We have spent many nights boondocking in the temps you are talking about. I have a remote reading thermometer, the temp in the basement behind the service entrance is...
Forum: Rockwood 01-12-2022, 04:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,072
Posted By curteric
Looked at the construction of our furniture in...

Looked at the construction of our furniture in our Cedar Creek. The frame construction was sound. Reupholstering was the cheapest option. Couch and 2 Recliners under $1000. Wife said the couch alone...
Forum: Dynamax 12-31-2021, 11:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,328
Posted By curteric
You control your portable heaters with a, line...

You control your portable heaters with a, line voltage, thermostat. I did this years ago so that I would not have to scrape frost from my car windows.
Forum: Slide Outs 12-23-2021, 11:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,355
Posted By curteric
Also keep an eye on the bolts that connect the...

Also keep an eye on the bolts that connect the shaft to the pinon gears. We lost one. The first indication was the slide doesn’t move on that side.
Forum: Dynamax 12-07-2021, 04:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,415
Posted By curteric
If the counter top is Corian, use a hole saw and...

If the counter top is Corian, use a hole saw and finish with a green 3M Scotch Brite pad. That’s how we used to do it.
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-21-2021, 09:23 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,328
Posted By curteric
When Nissan brought out the Leaf it had the best...

When Nissan brought out the Leaf it had the best range of all electrics. I don’t remember what year it was, I talked to the local power company. They would allow me charge it on Off Peak power at a...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 06-26-2021, 01:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,724
Posted By curteric
Hookup to your 5er and have it loaded just like...

Hookup to your 5er and have it loaded just like you would travel. Weigh your rig so that you know what your axel weighs are. then go to the tire manufactures website and find the correct pressure for...
Forum: Central USA 06-07-2021, 09:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,365
Posted By curteric
Not sure of your time frame, but BLM is burning...

Not sure of your time frame, but BLM is burning Minneapolis again. Probably not a idea to go that direction.
Forum: Central USA 06-05-2021, 07:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,365
Posted By curteric
As an ex-Minnesota resident use US 2 to get thru...

As an ex-Minnesota resident use US 2 to get thru MN. Go thru the UP of Michigan. Much better scenery that way.
Forum: Palomino 05-26-2021, 09:17 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 17,324
Posted By curteric
A couple of years ago, I bent the front axle on...

A couple of years ago, I bent the front axle on our 5th wheel,in South Dakota. We took it to an alignment shop and they trued up the axles for $100. The rig pulls better than when it was new, and the...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 04-21-2021, 01:27 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 10,014
Posted By curteric
If your home is on city water, just fill the FW...

If your home is on city water, just fill the FW tank, water piping and let it set for a day or two, then drain and fill and go. If not use 3% Sodium Hypochlorite as a disinfectant, more commonly...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 04-04-2021, 02:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,408
Posted By curteric
I know that it’s not 30’ or less. Look at the CC...

I know that it’s not 30’ or less. Look at the CC Silverback 29IK. It’s 34’ so longer than you want. We couldn’t find anything 30’ or less when we were shopping so this is what we ended up with....
Forum: Dynamax 02-03-2021, 03:17 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 12,896
Posted By curteric
Leaf blower is the answer. I used one for the...

Leaf blower is the answer. I used one for the decks on the house and sidewalks when the snow was not to deep. In Minnesota.
Forum: Cedar Creek 01-04-2021, 04:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,307
Posted By curteric
You can use gravity to fill your water tank. You...

You can use gravity to fill your water tank. You just have to connect a hose to the water connection, turn the valve to gravity, and have the other end higher than the inlet. 5 gallons of water...
Forum: Dynamax 09-16-2020, 04:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,703
Posted By curteric
Winter driving is a challenge in its own. I lived...

Winter driving is a challenge in its own. I lived in Minnesota For 70 years my wife for 64. We also traveled through out the Us and Canada. I also spent time in Colorado during the fall and winter....
Forum: Cedar Creek 08-19-2020, 12:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,492
Posted By curteric
We have a 29IK with Auto level. I have found that...

We have a 29IK with Auto level. I have found that the shorter the jacks extend the less movement in the coach. I had some 6x6 treated timber and some 4x4x12 cutoffs that I use as blocking.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 06-23-2020, 01:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,015
Posted By curteric
We have a 200 watt panel on the roof. 300...

We have a 200 watt panel on the roof. 300 watt/hours of battery. The only times in 4 years that we needed the generator was rainy weather. I would tell you to go with your plan and watch things. You...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 05-10-2020, 06:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,999
Posted By curteric
MtBiker and KyDan are correct. My background...

MtBiker and KyDan are correct.

My background is HVAC. What you are smelling is the oil burning off of the heat exchanger. All heating equipment is coated at the factory to prevent corrosion. Your...
Forum: General Community Discussions 01-18-2020, 02:47 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,679
Posted By curteric
Command strips, also photo shops will print...

Command strips, also photo shops will print photos on aluminum. We have our kids and grandchildren’s photos Command striped directly to our walls.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-14-2019, 05:15 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 29,864
Posted By curteric
Dielectric grease, plug and play, never had an...

Dielectric grease, plug and play, never had an instance where things didn't work


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Forum: General Community Discussions 08-11-2019, 05:49 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,874
Posted By curteric
Years ago my parents traveled with a 16.5 ft TT....

Years ago my parents traveled with a 16.5 ft TT. They pulled it with a car or I should say cars. He had a hitch that clamped on the front bumper, mounted on the right side of the car just inside of...
Forum: Central USA 04-23-2019, 01:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,166
Posted By curteric
You don’t say how long your day should be....

You don’t say how long your day should be. Clearwater Truck Plaza, Clearwater Mn is about half way. If you don’t want to stay in a truck stop, are rest areas a possibility.
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