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Re: Guards W/RV Wanted
Cloud Dancer wrote: My guess: job is gate guard, log trucks going in/out of oil fields, need RV to be totally self contained for at least a week at a time (at least 2 air conditioners and large quiet generator, solar and multi batteries probably, big water and holding tanks, reliable adequate refrigerator, etc, etc) NOT A GUESS The various TX Gate Guard companies provide you with a generator, water and septic arrangements at no cost. So the job is rent/utility free. Some companies will even put you up for free when you are in-between or waiting for an assignment. Guard 1 is not the largest nor the smallest company and they are established in business. They pay weekly via EFT and you are a 1099 contractor.245Views0likes0CommentsRe: Anyone here usiing 12 volt UV Water filter
greenrvgreen wrote: Working my way back to the issue of UVc, I personally would not rely on it as an independent method of purification, and as part of a chain of processes it's both irrelevant and expensive, as others have said. I have been working in the Texas oilfields for 7 years and drink the water delivered to me every two weeks. It starts out as potable but handling between that point and delivery to me is suspect. I use a series of filters (inc. Doulton ceramic) and the last one is a UV filter. I change the bulb every year or so and it has been a solid performer. UV sterilization has been an accepted practice for decades and earlier posters saying it is some sort of "scam" are just woefully uninformed. There are enough conflicting studies on the Berkeys that I would not rely on them personally speaking. YMMV367Views0likes0CommentsRe: looking at a Puma or Rockwood. Opinions please!
I fulltime in South Texas in a 2010 Puma 30RKSS bought used. I have replaced every electronic/electric component in the RV over the last 3 years of ownership. But electronic components like fridges and converters and water heaters are the same regardless of model or brand of RV so that is not a black mark against the Puma. The shell and construction components have held up well. Plumbing fixtures and cabinetry are not top line and that is expected with this mid-price model. I had one small leak on the slideout that was easily repaired with eternabond. I had one plumbing connection that leaked under the frame. I purchased the trailer for a utilitarian, no frills abode in a harsh environment and it has exceeded expectations. I would buy it again.549Views0likes0CommentsRe: Generator question
Turtle n Peeps wrote: When the pilot jets are plugged (Which these are) I have never had any luck with Seafoam. The problem is the pilot jet holes are so small that any little thing will plug them up. Once plugged up you're done. I've tried to clean them out with 0 success. I would pass on these unless you want to put new pilot jets in both of them and get them for 700 bucks. I just went through this rodeo with the same Yamaha and agree 1000% with the above statement. OEM replacement parts for fuel system parts ran ~ $75 and I provided the labor. As an additional note, the fuel outlet on the bottom of he gas tank is where the fuel filter is located. The filter is NOT separate from the fitting and is most likely clogged as well if fuel has been left in the tank. My $75 cost included a new fuel outlet fitting. The earlier reply stating replace the carb it is cheap is no correct, A new complete carb assembly is $180+++. Fairly expensive in my book. Lastly, I am NOT a fan of the Yamaha generators simply because their warranty and dealer network is a joke. Hondas for me from now on.575Views0likes0CommentsRe: Could use a little help with my Full timing scenario
My 7th year in the Texas oilfields. From the Barnett to the Permian and the last 4 in various places in the Eagle Ford. SOP started with an Escapees PMB which serves as the address of record for domicile, insurance, drivers license, credit cards and vehicle registrations. I then rent the smallest PO Box in the nearest town to where I am working for a 6 month term and renew or walk away as necessary. It is cheap and all my important mail goes to Escapees. The Escapees mail has been flawless.402Views0likes0CommentsRe: Will the Yamaha 2000 combo generators power 15K AC
I used the paralleled Yamahas to successfully run the RV AC. They will NOT do it in ECO mode. The lag time to full runup is too great. With that said , I had identical mechanical failures on 2 different Yamaha 2000 units and absolutely appalling service from their Warranty Repair Center. I went with the Honda 2000 units as replacement and will never own Yamaha again.391Views0likes0CommentsRe: Running two 2000 watt generators in eco mode with AC on
dfb wrote: DieselBurps wrote: Curious if this is possible or anyone has done this. Currently I can run my Coleman mach air conditioning unit in my truck camper off just one yamaha 2000 watt generator but it's not happy about it and from the sound I can tell it's maxed out. I am wondering if I were to run two 2000 watt generators in parallel could I do it with the eco throttle on? It seems like this would be possible since both generators are putting out 26 amps and given the fact I am able to start it and run the ac with just one. yes....since you can run on one, the other will produce enough in eco mode.. Not my experience AT ALL. Eco mode did not work for me, they can't synch and spool up fast enough on compressor start.198Views0likes0CommentsRe: Honda vs Yamaha
My brother and I bought Yamaha 2000's at the same time for use on an off grid property. Both of them had severe oil leaks at approximately the same number of hours under warranty. Both of us took them in for authorized warranty repair and both of us waited almost 6 months for the repairs to be done. BOTH units STILL have a substantial oil leak after "repair.". Both of us wrote letters to Yamaha Motorsports USA and neither of us received a reply........... and both of us now have Honda 2000s and are quite happy. No more BLUE for us -ever. I made a vow that anytime anyone mentioned a Yamaha generator I would put in my $.02 and relate of our abominable experience. EPIC FAIL for Yamaha. YMMV476Views0likes0CommentsRe: Suburban as a tow vehicle
I have an '04 2500 4X4. It has been used extensively for towing and has been hooked to loads (not RVs) in the past that were excessive. Basically, anything we could hook to the aftermarket Class V hitch, we would tow it. The frame IS bent downward behind the wheels- maybe an inch. After that event many years ago, the hitch was further reinforced and I continue to tow my 32' travel trailer without concern. FWIW, I will never sell this Suburban. It is a beast and they aren't making any more.582Views0likes0Comments
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