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Re: Battery Charger?
Bordercollie wrote: Battery Minder chargers have a desulfation feature that can revive batteries as well as prolong useful life while keeping batteries charged without overcharging.( So it is claimed) Range of chargers for sale on Amazon. When I was growing up, my best friends father sold various lines of equipment for mechanics. He sold a product you squeezed into the battery cells to de-sulfate that. Didn't make the batteries new, but gave them some more life.433Views0likes0CommentsRe: Battery Charger?
MrMax wrote: I’m a new owner of a beautiful 32-foot Winnebago Access, and I just removed my chassis and deep cycle batteries when I put the RV into storage for the winter. Does anyone have any recommendations for battery maintenance over the winter? Specifically, what kind of battery charger/maintainer would anyone recommend purchasing? Don't store them on a cement or similar floor. If you are putting them in a garage, basement, etc. set them on blocks of wood. Something to do with drain. Maybe an old wive's tale :)432Views0likes0CommentsRe: RV GPS
mikemc53 wrote: How many use RV specific GPS apps as opposed to Google maps? I know about the actual RV GPS units by Garmin, TomTom, etc., but I am curious about apps. So far I have only used Google maps and have been lucky, with no mishaps, but just curious as to the thoughts of others. Would not want to get into a situation where a low bridge or tight hairpin might become an issue. Thanks in advance gang. Are you only looking for GPS info, i.e. routes? There are a multitude of RV/camping apps for both Android and IOS. I have a wide variety of apps related to traveling, camping, etc. All Trails Allstays Boondocking Bureau of Land Management Campendium Campfinder Casino Camper Cellphone Coverage Coverage? Free Roam freecampsites.net Gas Buddy Go Rving Good Sam Google Earth/Maps Harvest Host Highway Weather Hipcamp KOA Mountain Directory National Forest Service National Park Service - Find a Campground National Parks by Chimani Oh Ranger Recreation.gov ReserveAmerica Camping RV Parks & Campgrounds RV Parky RV Trip Wizard The Dyrt TripAdvisor Trucker Path Ultimate Public Camp Grounds US Public Lands App693Views0likes0CommentsRe: RV GPS
Matt_Colie wrote: Mike, We are also from Michigan (not a great thing these days), but when crossing the UP our phones ran into a few holes where even with the outside antenna and a repeater there was no signal to be had. Fortunately, we do our primary navigation with a stand-alone GPS. We are not "blue road" travelers and have run into this more than a few times. Matt If you choose the option to download the maps to your phone when you do have a signal, you don't need a cellular connection to use the phone GPS option.694Views0likes0CommentsRe: How wide do mirrors need to be for a TT?
aftermath wrote: Stepenwolf, Go back to the link I sent. There is a picture showing an extension of 3.75 inches on these mirrors. I never really measured mine. You are right....what appears like the exact same mirror I linked to says they extend 3" vs. 3.75". I have found so many mistakes in ads I don't know what to believe until it is in my hands.618Views0likes0CommentsRe: How wide do mirrors need to be for a TT?
ZINGERLITE wrote: Am i the only one who hates the big rectangle tow mirrors? i guess if you live with them every day you'd get used to them but man are they obnoxious driving around town. they take up the whole window. you could run cars over in parking lots on accident lol. I've had various jobs over the years where ive had to drive a shop truck for an errand and i hate them. I've also hauled pontoons for a living in the past. Im no novice. I tow a 20' trailer with stock 06 Silverado mirrors and haven't had any issues where i thought i needed a bigger mirror. just my .02 cents! I think the extendable mirrors are the way to go. They are pushed in for regular use, pulled out when towing. I am guessing your trailers were 8' wide or less as I cannot see down the side of the trailer with standard Sequoia/Tundra mirrors.618Views0likes0CommentsRe: How wide do mirrors need to be for a TT?
mdcamping wrote: Late to the thread, I have been using the McKesh Mirrors for 13 yrs. once they are set up, they come off super easy and fast, no adjusting again. My tt is 8' wide and I see square down the sides of my trailer while towing. Lots of extension left on the mirrows if I were to need to use it. I have never noticed any vibration while towing. https://hensleymfg.com/products/mckesh-mirrors Mike Those are similar to what my Dad used on his trailer back in the 60s. Similar mirrors have been blamed for paint damage where they attach to the door. Thanks618Views0likes0CommentsRe: How wide do mirrors need to be for a TT?
aftermath wrote: You have a big TV and a big trailer. You will get used to it. I did find this when looking for your vehicle. Tow Mirrors I was not sure about the year of your Toyota but they have some options here. Seems those same mirrors are sold by a variety of vendors with a number of different names and model numbers. They appears to be the same as sold by Tow Mirrors Amazon. They extend 2" and I have seen another model that extends 3:. Thanks618Views0likes0CommentsRe: How wide do mirrors need to be for a TT?
aftermath wrote: Stepnwolf, glad you found a solution. I pull an 8.5 ft width trailer with my Tundra. Years ago I towed a smaller trailer with a 4Runner and had to get some tow mirrors. I went with some Cipa mirrors and hated them. Of course, to be fair, this was many years ago so I have no reason to doubt what others say about the new ones today. I went with OE tow mirrors from Toyota. I really like them. They have two mirrors on each side, a large one that is adjustable from inside and a shorter fixed one for a wide angle look. I can see down the sides of the trailer and really have good visibility when it comes to changing lanes. I can see 200 ft. behind the trailer but what I can't see is anyone who pulls up close. I leave the curtains pulled so I can see through the trailer but not all the clearly. If a police car turns on the lights, I will be able to see that. :B I prefer the OE mirrors mainly because I don't like the idea of having to add on a mirror before a trip. Over time my 4Runner showed some scratches and nicks where the mirrors were put on then taken off, then put then taken off.....then..... I am still getting accustomed to driving the much wider Sequoia vs. the 4Runner. I already hit the stock mirrors on a post at a drive-through. The Toyota towing mirrors stick out further than the stock mirrors even in their "in" position. I see there are several brands of aftermarket mirrors that look like the factory ones. Perhaps I can find factory mirrors in the junkyard, although I don't know how many vehicles came with them in the first place. Thanks618Views0likes0CommentsRe: TT Lengths
kellem wrote: One perfect example of this is three models made by Arctic Fox: 25R 25Y 25W The R is the shortest of the three. I happen to have the '21 Arctic Fox brochure on hand and you are correct. Arctic fox calls the measurement "Exterior length (approx. w/hitch). 25R 27'3" 25W 29'6" 25y 30'0" Out of my own ignorance, I assumed the model number was the exterior "body" dimension, not the interior dimension, but interior dimension would make more sense as that is the useable number. The three model 25s could have the same body length but have a different hitch or bumper setup resulting in the 2'9" difference in overall length.596Views0likes0Comments
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