RickLight
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Re: Interstate 15
I'm glad you're asking! Being aware of the differences of wherever you are is the essence of safety. Mountains make all sorts of things different; temperature, oxygen, road surfaces, inclines etc. but that's why you're asking. I15 is a full interstate that meets all the regs. Everyone will suggest going slow, paying attention to weather forecasts and similar basics. I suggest taking a good look at the truck towing specifications and overall condition, especially the brakes. Pulling up is hard, but stopping downhill is much harder. Gravity will give the trailer its own engine. My favorite trick is to follow a reasonable trucker. They won't go faster than you can, and know what's coming up. #2 tip is to be willing to pull off and wait for better conditions. Whether it's for an hour or a day or two, don't push yourself or your gear. Post some specifics (rig, route, plans) and we can be more helpful.1.7KViews0likes1CommentRe: Heading to Seattle
I live in eastern Washington and have been over those passes many times, even in winter. Interstates are the only reasonable route across the mountains in winter. RayIN has good advice, especially on waiting for the weather. A day or two of clear sky let the highway departments work and truckers warm the road. "Mountains make their own weather" is a truism of the west. There are also some tight turns on the Montana side! Speaking of big trucks, a good trick in bad weather is to get behind a steady one and stay there.535Views0likes0CommentsRe: Grey water use help
Does that trailer have a covered underbelly? If yes, then keeping the furnace running (45-50min) should keep the plumbing happy. If not, then only 'skirting' trailer to the ground and a heater in there, will prevent freezing. Note that freezing lines takes time and if you're as low as 25-30F for a few hours at night nothing will freeze up. Even if it does, the plastic lines and tanks stretch and are OK. We camp in snow and live in snow all winter territory.732Views0likes0CommentsRe: Extensive Traveling with a 5th Wheel
Our light rig has served us well. We've been increasing our trip times every summer. 2, 3 and now 5 months a year. We've certainly had some breakdowns and wear. We haven't been tender with it either. Lots of FS dirt roads and a certain wrong turn put us on an ATV road! The worst is the interior wood finishes that can't be repaired. Be prepared to do some repairs on the road! The strangest issue is drawer slides. They aren't over loaded but the most used needed replacement last year. Of course even the cheapest hardware store one are better than the OEM.999Views0likes0Comments
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