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Forum: General RV Questions 08-20-2018, 07:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,408
Posted By Vikes79
IMO it would be less expensive to look at your...

IMO it would be less expensive to look at your phone carrier service plan and get a display adapter for your phone. If the weather is bad I’ll connect my phone to my camper tv and stream Netflix.
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 08-10-2018, 09:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,693
Posted By Vikes79
I have a large level on my pinbox and use the...

I have a large level on my pinbox and use the anderson leveling blocks.

Wife and I got it down to a five minute operation.

Simple, fast and efficient.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-10-2018, 09:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,181
Posted By Vikes79
If you can’t get it with adjusting the hitch...

If you can’t get it with adjusting the hitch you’ll need air bags, helper spring, or bigger truck if you are over on hitch weight.
Forum: General RV Questions 07-16-2018, 03:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,648
Posted By Vikes79
Just towing the trailer will chew up the...

Just towing the trailer will chew up the underside of any trailer or vehicle.

Hitch mounted flaps help but only minimize the total effect.

Once a pin hole or edge rusts on a powder coated...
Forum: General RV Questions 06-25-2018, 04:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,714
Posted By Vikes79
I like your thinking. I have a family of 5. At...

I like your thinking. I have a family of 5. At last count I had 10 chairs stowed away.

Time to trim the herd to 5-6.
Forum: General RV Questions 06-25-2018, 02:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,714
Posted By Vikes79
Thanks for all the replies. I’m just going...

Thanks for all the replies.

I’m just going to leave them in the basement and convince the DW that we can thin the chair herd.
Forum: General RV Questions 06-20-2018, 04:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,934
Posted By Vikes79
I’d let it sit on the rubber. Any flat spots you...

I’d let it sit on the rubber. Any flat spots you may get won’t be noticed and would be gone in the first mile.

UV is much harder on tires if that aren’t being used.
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 06-20-2018, 04:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,329
Posted By Vikes79
If you do it I would suggest using a small...

If you do it I would suggest using a small breaker box or use a cord with an integrated breaker for your supply connection.

Both are available at Lowe’s.
Forum: General RV Questions 06-20-2018, 03:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,714
Posted By Vikes79
Maybe I just need to convince the DW that we...

Maybe I just need to convince the DW that we don’t need so many chairs...

I think I know the answer already.
Forum: General RV Questions 06-20-2018, 11:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,714
Posted By Vikes79
True that’s why I currently stow in the basement...

True that’s why I currently stow in the basement of my Fiver.

Wish I had better side access to my basement.
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 06-20-2018, 11:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,329
Posted By Vikes79
The water heater tugs on the amps pretty good...

The water heater tugs on the amps pretty good too.

I have a similar setup as you on a 30 amp line.

When it’s hot out I flip the water heater and fridge to gas to reduce the load. I can then...
Forum: General RV Questions 06-20-2018, 11:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,714
Posted By Vikes79
Best chair storage location?

I was wondering if anyone had any good recommendations for storing large folding camp chairs or gravity chairs?

I used to place them in the coach. Now I place them in the storage compartment under...
Forum: General RV Questions 06-20-2018, 11:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,664
Posted By Vikes79
120 +15 = 135 per tire. The 15 includes...

120 +15 = 135 per tire.

The 15 includes mounting balancing, road hazard, life time flat repair.

It may not be the best deal but there are quite a few Walmart’s and Sams across the nation that...
Forum: General RV Questions 06-20-2018, 09:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,664
Posted By Vikes79
I see that Sams club can get them for about$120...

I see that Sams club can get them for about$120 per tire (225/75/15E).

This may be the route I take in the future.
Forum: General RV Questions 06-19-2018, 03:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,544
Posted By Vikes79
Was it the Good Sam extended service? That’s what...

Was it the Good Sam extended service? That’s what I have on my 2017 Volante.

I haven’t needed it yet.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 06-18-2018, 06:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,894
Posted By Vikes79
Start with the basics. Are your connections...

Start with the basics.
Are your connections good an clean? No blueish coatings?
Do both truck and trailer have connectors in good shape and sealed good on the wire inlets? If not you may need to...
Forum: General RV Questions 06-13-2018, 07:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 904
Posted By Vikes79
Each lamp should have a switch. I have half of...

Each lamp should have a switch. I have half of mine turned off.
Forum: General RV Questions 06-12-2018, 09:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,247
Posted By Vikes79
Welcome to the forum! Yes an aftermarket...

Welcome to the forum!

Yes an aftermarket hitch could be added. The trouble is that you’ll need to loose the current bumper or the hitch will be super low to the ground and the approach angles will...
Forum: Camping and Recreation 06-11-2018, 05:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,848
Posted By Vikes79
I was just in CSP this weekend. Most of the park...

I was just in CSP this weekend. Most of the park is in good shape. Had a great time.

We stayed at Legion lake campground. If you do decide make sure you bring extra hose to fill your freshwater...
Forum: Welcome to the Forum Family | Introductions! 06-06-2018, 05:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,326
Posted By Vikes79
Are you sure you have power at the outlet on your...

Are you sure you have power at the outlet on your house?

You can also check the breaker panel in your new camper. The breaker for the AC unit should be labeled.

Do you have the thermostat set...
Forum: General RV Questions 06-05-2018, 08:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,968
Posted By Vikes79
I pull enough different trailers all over the US...

I pull enough different trailers all over the US that I carry a tire changing kit. I have a small compressor and tire plugs for the easy stuff. If I have a blowout then I utilize a bottle jack if a...
Forum: General RV Questions 06-04-2018, 07:01 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 12,634
Posted By Vikes79
I have about 1000 mi on my castle rocks. I was...

I have about 1000 mi on my castle rocks. I was planning on replacing them next year but I maybe reconsidering...I will definitely replace the spare!
Forum: Rushmore 06-03-2018, 09:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,770
Posted By Vikes79
That seems pretty steep for a flat bed. I can’t ...

That seems pretty steep for a flat bed. I can’t say much more about them other than they have their place.

If you must use a goose neck adapter use a Reese goose box or a Anderson Ultimate...
Forum: Cruiser 05-24-2018, 12:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,175
Posted By Vikes79
No need for you to take them off.....unless you...

No need for you to take them off.....unless you really want the exercise.

Talk to the tire shop.....rest assured their jacks and impacts can go outside.

Even Walmart will change them on the...
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 05-21-2018, 11:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,507
Posted By Vikes79
Nice! I have an older road trip grill but...

Nice!

I have an older road trip grill but hate loading it up, cleaning etc. I only use bring it for extended camping as it works great with my iron griddles and the such.

I might have to...
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