BruceMc
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Re: Seriously? What a mess.
Didn't you read our comments? Both Joebedford and I've suggested what would make this a better forum, yet you respond with "This being said we would love to hear where we can improve!". I've seen other's comments as well; we are saying: Give us a forum that is similar to what we had on RV.net and is used for other sites. I showed an image of https://www.forestriverforums.com/forums/ , and if you visit the site, there is ONE page listing all of the categories and subcategories. Each category can be collapsed if desired, and it stays that way on future visits. We have to paw through pull down menus to go to each category, then we get a list of posts with a long summary in each... NO! Give us a list of topics, then if we want to investigate, we can hover the mouse over the topic to see the summary, then click if we want to open the topic. This is the way it is on the vast majority of forum type sites, and for good reason. Also, I've notice I have to log in again each day. I do that all day long with work applications, and sometimes multiple times. That gets old fast. The current implementation reminds me of the social sites like FB, etc. that "feed" you a string of posts... I don't use any of those social sites for that very reason - they do not present the information in a logical, repeatable and usable manner. I could suggest a lot more, but I feel I'm wasting my time. I'll check back from time to time, but it's likely our suggestions will fall on deaf ears. I'd like to see you prove me wrong, and will be happy to admit that if there are significant changes. Didn't you read our comments?1.2KViews2likes0CommentsSeriously? What a mess.
This is typical of the absolute minimization applications and websites these days - Let's HIDE everything, and make it a game to go find anything. Here's an example of a functional forum: RV.net needed a GUI refresh, but instead, GS destroyed it. I quit going to Camping world years ago because of the shenanigans, and this is yet another thing I'll delete off my "like to do" list.1.3KViews3likes8CommentsRe: Ok to run shore power without battery?
The more experienced amongst us might poo-poo this idea, but for your situation, perhaps a small sealed lead-acid (SLA) battery could act as that buffer. Small SLAs are used for telecommunication & security equipment, and are readily available at your local stores for around $20-$30. Search for "12V 7.2AH Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) rechargeable maintenance free battery".2KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Steering problem...looking for ideas/causes
Our 2000 Four Winds on Ford E-350 did just that in Arches because the idiots at the Ford shop where I had it aligned didn't torque anything down - they set the alignment, and snugged the fasteners but didn't finish the job. As a result, one of the (extra cost) bushings that set the caster/camber popped out of the socket on the right side, causing the pin to flop all around in the hole vacated by the bushing. Fortunately, my brother and his GF found the bushing around a mile away, and we jacked up the axle, then re-installed the bushing. I hand-torqued everything, and we were fine for the remainder of the trip. Needless to say, this was the final nail in the coffin as far as me being a Ford owner; I still resent the treatment they gave me during the alignment (another $50, another $50... ) and the lack of any compassion when I reported the results of the failure to the management afterwards. Sorry for the rant.. but have them check the alignment bushings in the twin I-beams - they are right behind the wheels. Did either/both go awol?1.1KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Installing new vinyl trim inserts, caulk or no caulk?
Note that vinyl shrinks with age. As many other report, the arch just above/behind the drivers/passenger doors on Class C's pull out over time due to this shrinkage. Rather than replace the length, I pull it up from the bottom, then add a small piece below to complete the fill, like this: The small piece was a tad narrower, so it didn't bulge out like the original, but still did the trick. I added an external stainless screw to hold everything in place. As others report, seal each screw head before inserting the vinyl strip For those of us who use our rig occasionally over the year, a big part of preservation is storing your RV under a solid cover or in a garage/shop to keep it out of the elements. It's not possible for many folks, but it sure makes them last a lot longer.2.1KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Unsolicited want to buy your RV people
Back in the 80's, we constantly got door to door solicitors. I created a rather large hardwood sign, 30x2x3/4" that stated in bold letters: No Soliciting. This was placed on the storm door, attached with velcro strips. One day, the doorbell rang... and we opened the door. Noting they were trying to sell us something, I stated "didn't you see the No Soliciting sign?", No, was the answer... so I opened the storm door, and saw they had removed the sign and set it beside the door. I picked it up, and handling the sign/stick in baseball bat fashion, told them to get lost. It didn't take them long to scram. One of the best deterrents at our current place of 22 years is a Beware of the dog sign. It's on the tree just after entering the driveway. Many people, including delivery folks, wouldn't get out of their vehicle, as they didn't see a dog... And that's the deterrent. Lately, the only solicitors we seem to get is odd phone calls on the landline (yes, we still have one) from unknown/random numbers, who never leave a message. How rude.1.9KViews0likes0CommentsRe: What is the lowest voltage you have seen?
I stand corrected: CA Traveler wrote: BruceMc wrote: The lower the voltage, the higher the current draw... Things are cooking somewhere! Maybe - resistive loads will have lower amps with lower voltage. Inductive loads like motors will have higher amps if they maintain the same horsepower. Years ago I measured my A/C, lower voltage resulted in lower amps because the motor produced less HP. Several others reported the same. Not suggesting low voltage is OK...:B597Views0likes0CommentsRe: Lighter weight power cord
While this thread is regarding full amperage power cords, depending on your expected load and duration, you can use a 15 or 20 amp power cord (14/12 gauge) with adapters for your 30 amp feed which is much easier to deal with than the 10 gauge 30 amp cord. When we plug in where we don't expect to use the roof air, a 15/20 amp connection is all we need. Indeed, I use a rubber insulated 12 gauge cord which is sufficient and much easier to handle. For you 50 amp users, lightweight cord options are limited depending on what you have on each 120 volt branch.1.2KViews0likes0Comments
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