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Did you use and like Street Atlas - Sorry Suckers

I just got confirmation that there will be no new Street Atlas. Makes me really sorry that I supported Delorme and Garmin all these years. I don't know of another package that can give me back as much information as I could get from SA. But I gues...

Ideas for battery box?

Only have a group 24 battery and case that came with trailer ( 2016 OR light) Always ran 2 or more in the past . Wish the battery area was bigger 24-1/2"wide so only another 24 will fit without mods. In the past I've seem some custom/toolbox cases ho...

Jackfate by Explorer
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COSTCO no longer wants motorhomes in gas lines?

While fueling my home at Sam's Club yesterday I was told by someone in line with their rig that COSTCO no longer allows RVs to fill?I guess they can do that if they want but it seems odd. I was told by the guy that told me that a COSTCO employee told...

KeninAZ by Explorer
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Tow vehicle tire pressure

I know this subject has been discussed before and I have read many threads about it, but now I'm really confused. On my first truck, it was simple because the door sticker recommended the rear tires at 80psi, which was the max pressure listed on the ...

dogdrs by Explorer
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ready brute tow bars

I currently have a tow bar which requires that the toad be close to perfectly straight to release any pressure on the latches/arms and disconnect the car easily. I am looking for a new tow bar with latches which will release if not straight to the ...

abzs by Explorer
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I have a weird pin box- tilts side to side

Just bought first 5th wheel. Not knowing anything about pin boxes.Has anyone seen a pin box that pivots side to side vs. front to back?It doesnt act right with my Pullrite auto slide hitch. Not sure what I can do to remedy.There is no brand/model t...

Is there a type of insurance that covers this?

I got some bad gas. Repairs were $750, cheap motel for a week was another $750 (shop would not let me stay in my RV). Cancellation fees at parks I had reservations at were $200. Total $1700.I was disappointed that none of this was covered by my aut...

Naio by Explorer II
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Tire issue on NEW 5er

We just purchased a new 2016 Sprinter fifth-wheel about 3 weeks ago. I was installing mud flaps behind the rear axle and noticed a "plug" in the rear tire. I called the dealer and they agreed to reimburse me for the cost of swapping the spare tire f...

IHnutz by Explorer
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Sad day

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JohnES by Explorer
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Sway and jerking issues

I am making a big 2900 mile move across the country here soon. I decided instead of paying another company to just move my stuff that I would buy a trailer and pull it with my 2012 Ram 1500 4x4 Crew cab. This truck allows me to have up to 8500 lbs fo...

anyone working out of RV as you full time?

I am wondering if there is anyone who has worked out of your RV and got major tax deduction? I have read some tax guidelines. It is possible. Just wondering how many hoops you had to jump through.

Chowan by Explorer
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Starting to look for our next unit

We sold the Jayco at the start of the summer due to not using it.(Too big for the state parks we like nearby and now only the two of us).I am not wanting to bash rubber roofs, some like them, however my three previous units had aluminum and I preferr...

Full time - National medical access

Is there a Nationwide network of medical facilities, 'Doc in a Boxes' that one can use that doesn't require a full check in paperwork as the med records are "On File" that they, Docs, can access? I know some have IN/OUT of Networks in several states...

fpoole by Explorer
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