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Hi, Some campsites in my area are restricting sites to those staying longer than a week and have the sewage dump stations locked down. We are planning travelling from Ontario to B.C. next spring and wondered if that is a good idea i.e, has anyone experienced difficulty with restrictions on this route? Thanks in advance.2.1KViews0likes6CommentsHot Shower
Hi, The only thing limiting a touring RV lifestyle, sop the Mrs says, is that halfway through a shower, the water runs cold. We have a 30ft Forest City, Salem Classic and currently looking for a Travel Trailer to tour next year as we are retiring. Is the hot to cold shower a normal issue with RV's? I can understand as the water heaters are small but are there any tech opportunities to immprove upon the heat versus time factor? Many Thanks3.9KViews0likes30CommentsWinterizing Tips and Tricks
Hi, Over the last few years after some advice from others I have done the following two things:- 1. Put Moth balls in tights and placed over axles and around the perimeter of the trailer to keep critters away. 2. Place fabric conditioner sheets in cupboards, on furniture and beds and the floor, to detract critters. Over the last couple of years, the price of moth balls has escalated, and they packaged in individual paper wrappers. Does anyone know of a substitute to moth balls, i.e., less expensive? Also, do you feel these tips are worthwhile? Or any other tips and tricks? Thanks2.6KViews0likes11CommentsRe: Matching Towing Vehicle and TT Beginner
APT wrote: 3/4 or 1-ton diesel pickup with a bed cap of your favorite brand in the last 5 years. All are good. While what Turtle said is true of that size RV for weekenders, retirement and longer trips mean more stuff. That means more paylaod. It also might mean more towing miles vs. non-towing, so diesel makes more sense. The only half ton diesel does not have the paylaod for their uses IMHO. Thanks APT. Much appreciated!417Views0likes0CommentsRe: Matching Towing Vehicle and TT Beginner
tragusa3 wrote: I have about as capable of a half ton as there ever was. We are at 28' and 7k loaded. Family of 4 and large dog. We've used it for 15k miles of cross country trips in the last 3 years. We love our truck, and it does well at the task. I'm not considering buying anything else. However, if I were in retirement and planning to cover as many miles as you, I would go 3/4 ton and diesel. Skirting the limit is okay for the once a year summer trip. But I just wouldn't want to think about it later in life. Thanks tragusa3. Very good, useful input. Thanks418Views0likes0CommentsRe: Matching Towing Vehicle and TT Beginner
Grit dog wrote: I'd say you're on the right track and yes my reccomendation for a diesel comes with caution and not knowing your budget. You talking new truck, 2 years old, or the best rig you can get for 10 grand? Speaking strictly new or new ish, couple years old, all the diesels are solid. I have my preferences and they revolve around the simplicity of an inline 6. Hint hint. But do your research, especially if going used. Lots of concerns between different models and brands over the last 15 years. Thanks Grit Dog. yes, I was thinking of a F-250 or Ram 2500 say model year 2013 to 2015 with less than 100k miles. I would be interested in your input of an inline 6 although I strongly suspect its the Cummins RAM, am I right? :-). Thanks again.417Views0likes0CommentsRe: Matching Towing Vehicle and TT Beginner
Thank you everyone. It seems that we start finding the TT we like and then matching the vehicle to suit which seems very logical. Also, from what I have already seen the 27 foot TT that we like is about 8000lbs dry so it seems to make sense to go to the 3/4 ton that somebody recommended and also to choose diesel over gas to get the pulling efficiencies and the lower fuel costs. It seems that there are some diesel trucks are problem vehicles so I had better do some research to steer away from those expensive culprits. Thanks again every-body, you have definitely helped this beginner tower!!417Views0likes0Comments
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