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Re: Toilet/Shower Combo
qtla9111 wrote: Thanks everyone. I also found this toilet/shower pan: Combo Pans This is posted everywhere as a Thetford product but other than false searches I can't find anything. The two pans that are posted on this thread are good options but I want to use a cassette toilet. Hi Chris, I have one of these pans (or very similar) plus the cassette toilet, and am willing to sell if you are interested. Regards, Dick1.2KViews0likes0CommentsRe: sleeping quarters on a class b
Reflex439 wrote: One recent update to my last post of 8/22/16. In the front area, I replaced the third seat and added a Lagoon swivel table. I can not seat three in the front and use the table for any of the seats, or for all, as well as swinging it to use for the kitchen prep. The rear bed is still setup as a permanent queen bed (east/west). This configuration with the seating and table for three, and the permanent bed works perfect for us. Here is a https://wordpress.com/post/blacktopoffice.com/680blog that shows the table configurations if interested. Nice looking tables and configuration! The link didn't work for me though. Can you please post it again? Thanks, Dick1.6KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Beginning the search for our next B - Lots of Questions
I can't help you with most of your concerns and questions, but can offer comments on two topics. Size / Class B vs. Class C, etc.: My wife and I (only!) have traveled over 40k miles in our RT09/10C190P, our longest trip being around 4 months. Sorry, but I can't imagine traveling with even one more person, let alone two or three for very long. YMMV! I do agree that having a smaller unit is highly advantageous in many situations: we were (barely) able to negotiate the famous, downhill, winding block of Lombard Street in San Francisco! If parking a longer/wider unit at your house is a major show stopper, as you indicated, perhaps you can find a nearby storage place for it? fridge / 3-way or compressor: I wouldn't base my choice of a rig on this criteria. We have a 3-way, and have NEVER used a single one of our couple dozen "Lego blocks" that we've lugged everywhere, and never had much trouble getting "level enough" in any of the campgrounds, boon-docking spots, or roadside spots we've camped in. I think that two or three times in a hilly Walmart (or similar) parking lot, we had to hunt around for a semi-level spot. Bear in mind that being enough out-of-level for the 3-way fridge probably won't be real comfortable for sleeping either. And finally, a number of people have changed out their 3-way fridges for a compressor unit; it ain't rocket science. Best of luck, Dick471Views0likes0CommentsRe: Step one. Bought the van.
WVvan wrote: I do have one employment announcement. This is my new trainee. Her name is Fox. Displays extraordinary energy levels along with innate curiosity but has problems with remaining focused. She's got some big paws to fill. What a doll! Looks like a worthy successor to Tiger.541Views0likes0CommentsRe: R/T spare tire carrier - fit on Pleasure-Way?
mkguitar wrote: yes, spare on door- but I am concerned about the weight being carried on the hinges, there are also rattles transferred thru the door while driving. I am pretty handy and have checked the door strikes and all seems good. I like the idea of that weight being carried on the frame. And looks to me that a lowered spare could be a good platform for a gas grill- the propane tank is right there. New to the PW, so taking these thoughts to the hive...more experience Thanks, Mike Hi Mike, Guess we're opposite: I have an 09/10 Roadtrek 190P, and have been giving some thought to converting to an "on-door" spare tire carrier. I know that GM discourages this and I've heard that PW warrantees the door hinges because GM won't. As for the rattles, wow, what doesn't rattle on a truck based camper van, and how can you tell it's from that door? Maybe we should swap doors, hitches, and spare tire carriers. : ) Regards, Dick640Views0likes0CommentsRe: R/T spare tire carrier - fit on Pleasure-Way?
mkguitar wrote: The Roadtrek spare tire carrier is genius, it can flip down and become a table- and it keeps the weight of the spare off the rear door. It appears to mount off of the frame Great, so I have a Pleasure-Way. Can the R/T carrier be adapted to a 2006 PW on Chev 3500 chassis? Thanks, Mike Hi Mike, Didn't your Pleasure-Way come with a spare tire carrier on the door? What's wrong with it? Seems that it would be easier than having to separately lower the RT style carrier each time you want to open the left rear door. Is it just that you want the function of having a table? Regards, Dick650Views0likes0CommentsRe: Ever denied parking spot even though you legally fit?
We were in Carmel, California a couple of years ago. Can't remember the exact numbers but near the waterfront area there were signs saying no parking for vehicles over 18' long (not real positive about that) and 7' high (pretty sure about that). Needless to say, "we took our business" elsewhere. Regards, Dick & Marti RT09/10C190P Allegany NY "no more deadlines"398Views0likes0CommentsRe: 1989 Econoline Hi Top Conversion Heating
Econoline424 wrote: Recently, I have noticed that the temp guage moves toward the "High" mark as soon as the van is warmed up. Also, after shutting off the van at one point, and restarting the engine, the temp needle moved all the way to the High point, but then came back down to slightly above Normal. Dumb question, but have you checked that the antifreeze level is full? My vote is that you have: a) low fluid level b) sticky thermostat c) loose wire or faulty temperature sender Good luck, Dick RT09/10C190P Allegany NY "no more deadlines"334Views0likes0Comments
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