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Forum: Odds 'n Ends 10-30-2019, 10:08 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 821
Posted By Bumala
WEN 50A parallel connection kit - WARNING

I have a WEN 2k generator that I'm very happy with, but it doesn't provide enough power to run some of the high current loads in my rig, so I bought another 2k generator, and a 50A parallel...
Forum: Towing 02-17-2019, 04:35 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 20,644
Posted By Bumala
This got me looking around a little bit, and I...

This got me looking around a little bit, and I found this on another forum

The proper location is forward of the rear axle by whatever amount the bed length and front suspension can tolerate. The...
Forum: Towing 02-17-2019, 01:30 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 20,644
Posted By Bumala
scale info: Truck Only: Steer axle 4860 Drive...

scale info: Truck Only: Steer axle 4860
Drive axle 3540
Gross Wt 8400
Truck and Trailer: Steer Axle 4840
Drive axle 6180
Trailer Axle 9960
Gross Wt 20980


I noticed that your steer axle...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 11-20-2017, 09:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 18,073
Posted By Bumala
We've towed our Laredo 23RB with our 2015 Jeep...

We've towed our Laredo 23RB with our 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 3L diesel up to Alaska and back. The diesel has the torque to pull a trailer.
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 11-20-2017, 09:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,816
Posted By Bumala
I think it's a cool little camper. I wouldn't...

I think it's a cool little camper. I wouldn't own one, but everyone pays their quarter and takes their chances. I see this as a fun little starter camper.
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 11-04-2017, 08:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,686
Posted By Bumala
A tip for boon docking. We placed our Win 2000...

A tip for boon docking. We placed our Win 2000 generator in a rack on top of our tow vehicle. It keeps the gas out of an enclosed space. I just plug it in, and pull the cord to get power.
Forum: Technical Corner 09-23-2017, 07:10 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 19,909
Posted By Bumala
Followup, Part way up the road, when we got...

Followup,
Part way up the road, when we got to Idaho, the micro-air unit failed, so the remainder of the trip to Alaska was without AC. When we got to Alaska, I went through a troubleshooting...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 09-23-2017, 06:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,903
Posted By Bumala
I like the Bulldog with the drop foot.

I like the Bulldog with the drop foot.
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 08-25-2017, 06:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,838
Posted By Bumala
My Laredo 23rb has a "non walkable" roof. I've...

My Laredo 23rb has a "non walkable" roof. I've been on it several times to install several items, and have not done anything special. No leaks, no problems.
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 07-08-2017, 10:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,776
Posted By Bumala
We made it! We're in Alaska.

We made it! We're in Alaska.
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 07-01-2017, 09:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,776
Posted By Bumala
By the way the roads were not that bad. The...

By the way the roads were not that bad. The usual frost heaves, and such, but really fairly good.
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 07-01-2017, 09:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 18,984
Posted By Bumala
I tow my Laredo 23 RB (7000 lbs GVW) with my 2015...

I tow my Laredo 23 RB (7000 lbs GVW) with my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee. There are some issues. You know the trailer is behind you. Wind will blow you around, but it's not that bad.

People make...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 07-01-2017, 09:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,776
Posted By Bumala
I made it to Alaska. WWW.Bumala.com updated. ...

I made it to Alaska. WWW.Bumala.com updated.

I'm really impressed with my Jeep Grand Cherokee pulling the rig. I set the adaptive cruise control to 55 and it goes 55 +/- 2 the whole way. Up...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 06-21-2017, 07:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,776
Posted By Bumala
I'm off to Alaska

Hi all,
Well we're off to Alaska. Finally found a park with reasonable WIFI, so I was able to update my blog

www.bumala.com

I have to say, number one favorite upgrade was the LevelMatePro. ...
Forum: Technical Corner 06-11-2017, 11:51 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 19,909
Posted By Bumala
Yes, I installed the unit myself. Ran the 15 kW...

Yes, I installed the unit myself. Ran the 15 kW AC five times so the unit learned the start curve, and then tried it on my generator (a 2kW WEN), and it worked well. You have to run the AC on shore...
Forum: Technical Corner 06-10-2017, 08:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 19,909
Posted By Bumala
I'm sorry, close is up to interpretation. ...

I'm sorry, close is up to interpretation. "reading comprehension?" Come on!
In this game you pays your quarter and you takes your choices. I chose to be able to run my AC off of any electric...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 06-10-2017, 06:38 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,340
Posted By Bumala
We are really looking forward to our trip. Only...

We are really looking forward to our trip. Only three days. First stop is Donner summit. You know it's different seeing Alaska as a Tourist. I grew up there, in Palmer. We laughed at all the...
Forum: Technical Corner 06-09-2017, 08:21 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 19,909
Posted By Bumala
I have a 15kw unit. But all of the AC units...

I have a 15kw unit. But all of the AC units consume 30 - 40 amps starting the compressor. Most AC units consume about 6 A (700 W) continuous.
Forum: Technical Corner 06-09-2017, 08:13 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 19,909
Posted By Bumala
I don't know where you can get a 2k generator for...

I don't know where you can get a 2k generator for $300.00. Mine cost about $500.00. Also it's heavy, and you have to tote it around. All that being said, if it works for you, wonderful. I myself...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 06-09-2017, 07:58 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,340
Posted By Bumala
I remember the Reeders. I went to school with...

I remember the Reeders. I went to school with Curt Reader, if that's any relation.
Forum: Freeways & Byways 06-09-2017, 07:44 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,340
Posted By Bumala
It's funny, and times may have changed since I...

It's funny, and times may have changed since I was twelve (fifty one years ago), but my dad brought all of his guns through Canada on our way to Alaska. The only thing they required was the guns be...
Forum: Technical Corner 06-04-2017, 09:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,902
Posted By Bumala
I installed a wifi ranger on my Laredo 23RB. I...

I installed a wifi ranger on my Laredo 23RB. I bought the SkyPro pack, because I'm cheap, and most rv parks don't have the highest speed wifi anyway. It delivers 24 MBPS in my front yard. It will...
Forum: Technical Corner 06-04-2017, 08:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 19,909
Posted By Bumala
When an air conditioner compressor starts up it...

When an air conditioner compressor starts up it draws a lot of current. (30 to 40 amps, 3kW to 4 kW). When running it consumes only about 6 A (600W). The hard start cap reduces the start current,...
Forum: Technical Corner 06-04-2017, 08:26 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 38,448
Posted By Bumala
I installed a micro air easy start in my 15k on...

I installed a micro air easy start in my 15k on my Laredo 23 RB. It runs quite well on my 2k generator. The nice thing is that the 2k generator only weighs 48 lbs.
Forum: Campgrounds & Destinations 06-01-2017, 08:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,388
Posted By Bumala
2017 eclipse

Hi all,
Anyone have any suggestions of spaces in Oregon? (Other than I should have done this six months ago). I haven't really worked at it yet, but all of the easy ones are full. I can see a...
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