Recent content by gonemissin

Yep, D2 is at $4/gal here and I expect it to drift up another .10 to .15 cents as HO Futures push past $3.18.  One station has gotten mighty proud of their D2 and is sporting $4.43/gal.  Guess they really don't want to sell their fuel.  We ran into $3.80 to $3.90 D2 on the way back from the...

At Best Converter... Looks like the PD 4000 Mighty Mini series would be a good choice for the TC.  -Simple, compact and has the Inteli-Power multi-level charge features. 

Thank you, Gary!

Gloves, gloves, gloves.  I use anything from 'grip' enhanced brown jersey cotton gloves to the blue latex mechanics gloves or even mechanics gloves.  Padded winter work gloves work well, too.  Despite the jersey gloves being kept in the door side pocket, they don't stink up the cab unless there...

I'm looking at adding an entire wiring/control system to my TC.  That means I'm looking at converter packages that include a charging function (from shore and truck alternator), approx 6-9 DC circuits, approx 4 AC circuits.  I'll probably want a converter package in the 40-60amp range and should...

I have an '11 Rodeo.  Only had it for a few months.  So far so good.  You do get what you pay for as it is old style built up construction with white pine framing, fiberglass insulation and a very simple interior.  It has no fuse panel, converter or battery, so it has a very rudimentary...

Hmmm.  Diesel hit 3.98 at one station here in the Midwest 3/4/11.  Getting ready to go on another trip and unless it hits $5, I'll still go.  Tanks are full of $3.55 fuel, so I've got a head start.  If it runs up to $5 or better while I'm out, I'll just drive slower coming back.  Nothing can be...

Indeed, boatbuilder.  I really have to wonder how these companies are getting away with even hinting that these things are safe indoors.  I should have paid more attention to my scientific 'ejumakashun'.  Lesson learned.  Back to electricity.  Somehow it seems a whole bunch safer. ;)

Glad things worked out for you Mike.  Could have been ugly.  The best gunfights are those where no shots are fired.  Thanks, Peace Officers, for supporting our natural right to bear arms as enumerated by 2A.  I wish there were more like you that trust the average Joe and don't come unglued at...

Had the Rodeo about a month now.  Workmanship reasonable.  It is a functional spartanesque camper.  Not a full time rig by any means but great for back country excursions and cross country jaunts sans motels. :)  Good for a starting point to build up to suit my needs.  Good bang for the buck. ...

Everybody has their own 'prescription' for operational security, so we each do whatever is comfortable/prudent.  :)  As for me, I never let my card out of my sight, period.  And no debit cards either.  I do everything I can to reduce fraud, not so much to be a 'good guy', but for mostly self...

Since you're from the Great White North, it shouldn't be a big deal.  Most Northern tier states, say from the 40th parallel and up are outfitted to handle the average snowfall in their areas.  Interstates are top priority for the State trucks and the 'main' thoroughfares get first priority in...

I used to stop at Pilot and/or Flying J as they generally have large lanes/access, good offering of COFFEE and generally clean rest rooms.  Fuel was usually priced competitively with the area, particularly when other truck stops were around. On my last trip from the Midwest to TX and back in...

An experienced RV'er pointed me to this this: http://www.windsun.com/Photovolaic_Systems/RV_Systems.htm I'm beginning to lean toward using solar as my primary charge system and either not having a converter or leaving it unhooked/switched off... The experienced hand is using two 135W Kyocera...

Thank you Gary!  I'll go check out those resources.  Study time. ;)