Recent content by Butch54

Negative? First time I've ever been called negative on any forum for stating my opinion. Drove truck for many years and never needed an app to tell me what I can or can't enter. I stand by me comment. Don't like it? Call a counsellor.

I don't know where you live or are travelling through but most towns have dump stations in or near their locally run campgrounds. Most have potable water available too but as end of season approaches many will be shutting off the taps for the winter. A google search for sani dumps in your area...

It was a question as some do like to jump the queue by playing the squeaky wheel. Glad to hear you're not one of them. 

When you booked the appointment and brought the trailer in did you ask how long it would be before they could start work on it? Are you expecting preferential treatment? If they are busy you just might have to wait your turn like everyone else has to.

If one needs an app or web page to determine if the station is RV friendly or not you shouldn't be operating an RV. If you do need it don't leave the country. Alaska is a long way to go on one tank of gas.

Considering how many times the tread makes direct contact with drips of oil on the pavement I don't think washing a tire with a petroleum based soap would have any significant impact if any on the life of the tire.

So you find out the dealer's cost. Then what? They have no obligation to sell it to you just because you know what that figure is. How much over their cost (what they paid plus the markup they need to run the business) are you going to offer?

^ I agree. That's what I've done as well. A simple wrap or two around the bobbin would likely add too much tension.

Percentage numbers can look impressive but the actual number of units sold would be more telling when making comparisons based on popularity. We too had seriously considered those models, in particular the R-Pod, but after sitting in them by ourselves for 10 minutes or so we decided the small...

I agree. Shop around and buy local. It helps the economy and helps keep your neighbours employed.

If you used the trailer in '14 without any issues with the thermostat and heating/cooling system then its wired correctly. I'd suspect the t-stat has failed in some way or at least start your trouble shooting with it. Also check the wiring to see if maybe a mouse has chewed the insulation off...

As mentioned 'ultra lite' is just a marketing term. As with any trailer, lite or regular flavor, they are only as good as their build quality. Just because a trailer is heavier doesn't mean its built better or will last longer. Look at the actual UVW (Unloaded Vehicle Weight) and GVWR (Gross...

While you're at it don't forget to move the wheel wells too.

By your brief description it sounds like both the blower fan as well as the compressor motor are working. Hard to say what the problem might be. Its a sealed system so if it has lost its refrigerant you have a leak somewhere and will need to be repaired before it can be re-charged. You may also...

When travelling straight down the highway if you can't see down the full length the trailer on each side tow mirrors would be needed.