Recent content by cdat

You mentioned that you had an "electrical issue", the 1st thing I would do is ensure that the "electrical issue" is fixed, if it was caused by a power surge, make sure you have some type of power protection at the hook-up. You can install any type of microwave you want that fits, again, just...

Should you be willing to forgo slides, I'd be looking at used Wanderlodges and Newels. Being a bus chassis or very similar they have plenty of storage. lots of power and usually are 40' or shorter. The prices for older ones are definitely in your price range and most have high quality diesels...

Several trucks in the 1 ton range off a supplemental "self leveling air suspension" of something along the same lines, are they worth the $1200 and up, how much of a difference will they make, say if you are hauling a large 5th wheel? Thanks

We live in the RV about 6 - 7 months out of the year, usually on the Oregon or Calif Coast, no living in the RV in what I would call "cold winter" settings. My concern is getting a 5er that will stand up to the use and still last. Do we need to go up to a DRV or New Horizons price level, or will...

Could very well be that the seal around the toilet flush mechanism is leaking, doesn't take much of a leak to fill a grey or black tank in a day. If it is possible, I would try turning the water off the the commode and see if that makes a difference. As far as the various sinks/shower etc: try...

Having seen multiple threads on other forums go from bad to worse in just a few posts, I have no issue with the mods here stepping in when they do. I think they do a good job with regulating threads, there may be sometimes they step in a little early, but given what has happened on other forums...

Thanks for clearing it up, makes sense now. John

Ok, I'm a little confused by the choices of types of flooring and what is recommended for a replacement floor. We currently own a 91 Newel that is in fantastic shape, although we would like to replace the carpet with tile as our pappillions seem to believe that carpet is like a giant puppy pad...

We travel with our two dogs and a cat, cat just wanders around the MH when we travel, sleeps on the back of the couch or looks out the window. Given the rough ride in a 5er, I would keep the cat in a small kennel in the truck, will probably do a bit of whining but should settle down after a bit...

I agree that floor heating is the way to go for RVs, keeps the ambient temperature comfortable and reduces the use of the main furnace. I'm waiting on a quote so will see how expensive it works out to be with a home installation. Will post back when I hear. John

You will always have folks like that, whether out RVing or living in your neighborhood. We've been hosting in Ft Stevens and 99% of the hosts are great people and I'm already looking forward to seeing them next year, and this year isn't even over. The few that are either bossy or aloof, well...

Don't be afraid to look at used trailers in addition to new ones. Many times you can get great deals on a unit that is several years old. This allows you to buy a unit that you might not be able to afford when it was new but can get a great deal on a used one. Good luck with the purchase and...

Check all your brake cables, all hoses in the engine compartment, all engine belts, air intake systems, heater vents, any hoses around the chassis, etc: In short check everything, rodents have a way of burrowing thru every part of an RV that has been left sitting for very long. Doesn't mean it...

One of the key terms and the consequences of ignoring that term to learn in "NCC" or "carrying capacity". Many people neglect to correctly assess the amount and weight of the personal items, propane, accessories etc: that you will be putting in the 5th. When you compare MFGs, you will notice...

We almost always use campground water, the Rangers drink it, the Park Hosts drink it, the locals drink it, and in the case of private campgrounds, the people that work their drink it. Now, if I was boondocking and off a city water supply that would be a different story, but city water for the...