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Re: I nearly killed the other camp sites kid Screwin' with..
we set up my in-laws for a week at a state park up in Iowa, with us just there on the weekends. Last weekend my father-in-law informed me that a darling little girl on a bike had run into our trailer. Put a nice dent/scratch just below the outside kitchen door. He said it happened a couple of days earlier and earned her a big bump on her head too. He said he took her back to her campsite and turned her over to her Mom, without telling them there was damage. He showed me where they were camping, and they were already gone. Grrrr - my DW just smiled and said 'oh well, our "new" trailer isn't new anymore'. I really wanted to yell at somebody and didn't have a lot of good choices. It isn't terrible damage, but those parents should have been checked to see if there had been damage, and my father-in-law should have told them. sigh318Views0likes0CommentsRe: Top items to cover during walk through on new TT
West Beachhouse wrote: On Saturday my sister will take ownership of a new TT. I would like to compile items she should make sure the RV dealer covers during her walk through. Suggestions? Thank you. West Beachhouse Plenty of info on this in the FAQ section, but in general, I'd be very picky about fit and finish. Get those conversations over with early. Also, make sure that anything that turns on/off actually does turn on/off.380Views0likes0CommentsRe: Grill Options
I've had two Camp Chef stoves. The first had high-power stainless steel burners with tiny holes on the side. It worked wonderfully but after a few years one of the burners went bad. The burner was not replaceable. My current one I've had for 2 or 3 years now and would definitely recommend. It is the 2 burner (aluminum I think), with holes that point straight up, with the legs that wrap up underneath. I use it with legs occasionally, but more often on table top. The build quality seems to be excellent and the stove top space for large pans is wonderful.310Views0likes0CommentsRe: Pass Thru
camping lantern, water noodles, other seldome used stuff up under the bed, which is technically part of the passthrough. Lawn Chairs in the middle accessible from the 'front' side. Big plastic bin with misc. stuff I use in the 'front' side in front of the lawn chairs, plus dish pans, propane bottles, carpet that goes out 'front',etc. All that stuff comes out when I first set up, the big plastic tub gets slid under the front of the trailer, giving access to everything else. on the 'back' side, I have hot dog forks, my BAL X-Chock, two 7 gallon water jugs, the stand-up sign with our name on it, etc. Once I am set up, the pass through is nearly empty and I keep dirty dishes (rinsed off) in there till I'm ready to wash dishes.451Views0likes0CommentsRe: Wobbly Dinette Table? Here's why ...
Has anyone switched their dinettes to use this type of leg? It looks to be a lot sturdier than the 'pound it in harder' post legs we have now. I just got a replacement floor flange as I broke the one I had (1 of 2) by 'pounding it in harder'. Posts made for boats700Views0likes0CommentsRe: Best WD and anti-sway hitch?
jmtandem wrote: For a newbie, I would go with Equalizer. Lots of comments and arguments on the other brands (too expensive, the ONLY one to buy, Anderson is too new and/or can't move the weight enough, etc.). Everyone seems to agree that the Equalizer 4-point hitch is a very good, reasonably priced hitch that you can use for years with no issues. The OP asked about the best, money is no option, hitch. Had the OP asked what would be a good hitch to get started in RVing the answers might all be different and more along the lines of what you responded to. As far as the Equalizer hitch goes, I had one (1200/12000) and unimpressed with it. Here is the problem, the OP purchases an entry level 'dealer throws it in to make a sale hitch', like the Equalizer, and then after a few tows the OP wants a better hitch. He now has purchased two hitches and spent even more money than if just starting with the proven premium hitch (PullRite, Hensely or ProPride), and started out right with a lifetime hitch. Had the OP asked about a good entry level hitch, I would have suggested the Blue OX or Reese dual cam. I have never seen the Anderson hitch so maybe it is also a good entry level hitch. I will respectively disagree. Money being no object doesn't mean that the more expensive option is better for the situation. I stand by my recommendation. For a reliable, long lasting, very well performing solution (that happens to be reasonably priced), the Equalizer 4-point hitch is an excellent choice. There are cheaper hitches, and more expensive. The Equalizer has a very loyal fan base, full of people that have used them for years and years.151Views0likes0CommentsRe: Best WD and anti-sway hitch?
For a newbie, I would go with Equalizer. Lots of comments and arguments on the other brands (too expensive, the ONLY one to buy, Anderson is too new and/or can't move the weight enough, etc.). Everyone seems to agree that the Equalizer 4-point hitch is a very good, reasonably priced hitch that you can use for years with no issues.116Views0likes0CommentsRe: Primetime Avenger quality?? compared to Jayco or keystone
Avenger is from PrimeTime, which is part of Forest River. We have a PrimeTime Lacrosse. Quality is good so far. Forest River has a good rep. All the brands mentioned have a good rep. Personally, I think you'll get more enjoyment from having a slideout than from saving a few bucks, if that is a choice you can make. Just so much more room to move around inside.1.8KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Equilizer Hitch - New Pin Design
forgot to mention that my Equalizer came with the new pins, but as I had also purchased the black plastic covers for the brackets, the new pins are not big enough to clear the plastic covers. The dealer swapped me for the old style L-Pins and I then added the 1-piece hitch pins.380Views0likes0CommentsRe: Keeping decals looking new
6.7 tow rig wrote: 303 is the ONLY way to go in my opinion. Ive been using it for years and it works fantastic. My TT is fiberglass and I even use it on that. Spray it on lightly and wipe it off with a rag. How often do you use it? Does it help getting bugs off?421Views0likes0Comments
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