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When traveling north on the Alaska Highway, a mounting bolt broke and destroyed the rear cover of our TV. This part is not available for replacement. Now that we are headed back to the lower 48, I am looking to replace it. What concerns should I have regarding a replacement TV? Our rig is a 2021 Montana 3791RD and had the original 50" TV - 120V. Thanks in advance!928Views0likes6CommentsRe: Alaska - 2023
Benn off line for a bit - got bit by the COVID bug. I appreciate the thoughts and input that has been shared. We have taken the lower 48 attractions off this trip and added the time into additional time in Alaska and the Canadian Rockies. Given other commitments, we will be leaving NY State early June, visiting the Canadian Rockies, arriving in Alaska mid July, and beginning our return trip mid September. Thanks again!432Views0likes0CommentsRe: Alaska - 2023
No bad thoughts Valhalla! 6 hrs driving is enough for most days and to much for others. Just the statement that we usually are on the go rather than sitting and relaxing. I think that is going to be our biggest challenge in retirement! We are rethinking (and re-planning) to cross off the lower 48 portion and concentrate on Canadian Rockies and Alaska. Thank you to all who offered their thoughts, hints, and suggestions. Each one is highly valued and appreciated!432Views0likes0CommentsRe: Alaska - 2023
Thanks for all the comments and thoughts! Weather and its impact on touring is a concern for us. I added content on our trip plans. My wife and I do not like to just sit so I didn't plan on idle time (maybe the vacation mode mentality). Our RV is pretty well optioned so we don't require a laundromat. Our planned route - so far and including the already mentioned stops has us entering Canada north of Shelby Mt, staying in Calgary for 3 nights, Banff for 6, Jasper for 3 nights, an overnight in Prince George, 2 nights in Telkwa, an overnight in Meziadin Lake, and 2 nights in Iskut. Spend 3 nights in Watson Lake, 2 nights in Whitehorse, and an overnight in Beaver Creek. Our return trip is leaving from Fairbanks with an overnight in Tok, 2 nights in Haines Junction, an overnight in Watson Lake, 2 nights in Fort Nelson, 2 nights in Dawson Creek, 3 nights in Edmonton, 2 nights is Saskatoon, an overnight in Estevan, and then back into the USA in North Dakota. The beginning of the trip is after we return from Myrtle Beach in May. We want to leave late enough so we can see the Northern Lights - either in Fairbanks or on the return trip. Two of our children will be flying in to spend 2 weeks with us while we are there - into Anchorage and out of Fairbanks. A couple of other questions - does Sirius satellite radio work in the north country? As mentioned, I used RV Life Trip Wizard for the trip planning. How often is the travel speed significantly less than the posted speed? I get seeing wildlife and having slowdowns - how often does this impact the travel? I love to photograph both wildlife and landscape so this is another concern for us. Thanks again!422Views0likes0CommentsAlaska - 2023
Sorry for the long post! I did a search on this forum and others prior to asking... My wife and I are recently retired and are planning on making the trip to Alaska next summer. We have a multitude of questions for those you have also made the trip. Our trip is planned for about 4 months and includes Mt Rushmore , Yellowstone, and the Grand Tetons on our way (not all encompassing, taking about a month to travel west and visit these areas), the Canadian Rockies (Banff and the Icefield Parkway) to the Cassiar Highway and then to the Al-Can - about 4 weeks to reach Alaska, Glennallen - 4 days, Palmer - about 3 days, Seward - 6 days, Homer - 5 days, Anchorage - 10 days, Denali - 5 days, Fairbanks - 10 days, and then begin the trip home from Alaska at the middle of September. The start of the return trip is governed by the campground closings in Fairbanks. We have the Milepost and it has been a great source of information! We are still in vacation mode where we try to cram a lot into a little space. Any tips on addressing this? I am trying to keep the drive times to about 6 hours or less using RV Life Trip Wizard. Only a couple are a touch longer and a most are shorter. Is the weather typically a washout when it rains? Cloud cover - thinking photos of the landscape, tours, etc. We will be making reservations and plan on staying in campgrounds rather than boondocking. If our plans get altered, are boondocking opportunities available if the campgrounds cannot accommodate the change? There is lots to see and do and this will be a trip of a lifetime for us - we don't want to waste the opportunity with over staying or under staying. I appreciate your thoughts and taking the time! Mike15KViews0likes52CommentsSeat Comfort
Definitely don't want to start my truck is better than your truck post. Beginning to look at 2022/2023 dually F350 or F450 and the GM 3500. Long box, 4x4, diesels in Lariat or King Ranch and High Country/Denali trim levels. On some forum (can't remember which) someone mentioned the newer Ford seats were less comfortable. Does anyone has experience with these two trucks - especially the newer models? There are not many trucks that fit this criteria for us to drive in our area - long trips to get to them. An FYI - while I am A GM guy, the larger fuel tank on the Ford may change my mind and I know I could replace the OEM tank, add a tank, etc. Not really interested in having to do that. Thanks in advance, Mike5KViews0likes28CommentsRe: Pre-planning for first long duration trip upon retirement
Sorry for not posting earlier to thank all who chimed in! We do appreciate it greatly! The only time limit we have put on ourselves is we would like to be back home by 3rd week of October. Plan on beginning the trip early May. On the trip north thru the providences of Canada, how available are campgrounds and boondocking opportunities? There is a TON of info out there and a tremendous amount to digest! So glad we are starting early for planning! The RV'ing forums and YouTube videos are fantastic resources. Thanks for the past responses and for any future ones! BTW - We/I do plan on visiting the Salty Dawg - how could we not?644Views0likes0CommentsRe: Pre-planning for first long duration trip upon retirement
Thanks for all the advice! We have a lot to consider but one thing is for certain - both the wife and I want to do this! I truly appreciate the time you all took helping us on our way especially on the planning side of things.644Views0likes0Comments
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