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Re: Niagara
We just stayed at the Niagara KOA 3 nights (Lundys Lane), expensive but definately geared for families with kids. 2 swimming pools, various bike rentals, many other kid/family things. Sites near us weren't that close, and kids having fun are noisy! But thats what they're there for, and quieten down at night. Wer'e early 70's and it didnt bother us a bit.812Views0likes0CommentsRe: First Trip through Canada & into Alaska - Many Questions!
Not sure if many know this, but an easy, close enough conversion from kilometers to miles is, multiply the kilometers by 6, take the last number way = miles. Eg 50 kilometers X 6 = 300, knock the last 0 off.....30 miles. 80 kilometers X 6 = 480, knock the lst 0 off.......48. Say 50. Close enough for speed limits and easy to do/remember.1.9KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Considering Travel Nursing
ENG2242 wrote: Moderator: What in the heck has happened to RV.NET? It was once a great resource, with answers either directly related to the question, or people stayed with-in their realm of knowledge or subject inquired. I understand if more information is required and asked for. However, these replies are non-related, answering a question with a question or just plain stupid. If one a question reply was not related, we used to PM the individual. I've still received some valid advice, but darn people, respond with a suggestion or input that your familiar with or shut the heck up!! You have a very good point.873Views0likes0CommentsRe: Cost to install apparatus for Flat-towing
I went with a Blue Ox base plate and Avail tow bar and Patriot II brake controller, all new and installed by the dealer I bought the MH from, it was $4200 Canadian (roughly $3000 USD) a year and a half ago, and yes I got a good deal on the MH after shopping around for months.623Views0likes0CommentsRe: CDC and the government may be loosening the lockdown
agesilaus wrote: No offense but, those kinds of masks to me sound like having a peeing section in a swimming pool. A virus is a virus, coughs and sneezes or not, it spreads. Surgeon General of the United States showing how to make masks These are not meant to filter out virus, but to stop spray from coughs and sneezes. Even N95 masks will not stop virus, that requires a 0.1 micron filter which I defy you to breath thru. As for eyes, wear a face shield or goggles, I have both for wood working. Glasses would probably stop some and saftey glasses more. My point was, in order to stop the spread, not just slow it down, the masks don't stop the spread. Safe distancing is currently the only way to stop this thing, which by human nature will probably not work. IMHO be worried, not complacent and make excuses for doing things you shouldn't.367Views0likes0CommentsRe: CDC and the government may be loosening the lockdown
agesilaus wrote: News The states still control this tho but I would expect a lot of states to follow the suggestions. Not the Plague Centers tho. So maybe we will be able to RV again. We are going out to find some cotton material that can be used to make washable masks. They recommend the stuff like tee shirts are made of. 6 or 8 layers. It will not stop viruses but will stop spray from coughs and sneezes. No offense but, those kinds of masks to me sound like having a peeing section in a swimming pool. A virus is a virus, coughs and sneezes or not, it spreads. This thing is GLOBAL, not regionally restricted. Relaxing controls now is the worst thing we can do.208Views0likes0CommentsRe: Calgary Stampede Advise
Hi, if you do go up the Icefields parkway to Jasper stop at the Icefields Centre (Huge parking lots for cars and big RV's)and tour the info building, have lunch etc) You can take a ride on a Sno coach and/or a helicopter and go on the Athabasca Glacier and walk on it, or hike, its a ways and steep) If you have time, once in Jasper you can turn right or left on Hwy 16. DW and I know the area well, if you would like suggestions on which way to go (depending on time and interests, message me and I'll send you some info. Enjoy your trip. Icefields Parkway Pete. p.s accsys has great info on their blog! Don't get fuel at Saskatchewan River Crossing, on the Icefields Hwy, very very expensive.600Views0likes0CommentsRe: 2nd to Wrangler what are the best toad options?
Our Chev Equinox listed below makes a great toad and very easy to set up. All 2010-2017 V6 can be towed, some pre 2018 4cyl with electric steering have a "death wobble" issue which I understand is easily overcome, but not sure how. 2018's and up depend on the transmission and engine if they're towable or not.551Views0likes0CommentsRe: Typical problem we all see in RV parks.
srflorie wrote: I can't explain the pickup trucks other than maybe trying to warm up the inside first. Those complaining about diesel motorhomes idling before leaving obviously don't have one. Mine has an airbag dump valve that lowers the coach about 6 inches when parked which makes it more stable but also drains most of the air from the tanks. In order to move the vehicle you must build up the air again because the brakes won't release until the air gets to about 70#s therefore you need to let it run to build up the air. I try not to leave too early so as not to upset my neighbors but idling to build air is a must or it won't move. I also can't move my slides while the engine is running so we raise the jacks, build the air so the brakes will release, shutoff the engine, unhook hoses and cords, bring in the slides, then start the engine and move off the spot and away from others to hookup the car. Exactly. Sometimes I'll put mine in high idle mode to build up air pressure quicker, but then it's noisier than normal idle.349Views0likes0CommentsRe: Built in vs. Stand-alone GPS?
One question, can you customize new factory built in systems for your rig? IE a fifth wheels weight, height, width and combined tow vehicle and RV length like a Garmin truck and or RV GPS? Back in my day, new 1 ton GM 2011 pickup factory GPS systems were not customizable (if that's a word!)278Views0likes0Comments
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