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Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 02-25-2024, 12:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,800
Posted By locomech
Here's a link for the Slim Shade that I...

Here's a link for the Slim Shade that I installed. It comes with the clear glass, interior and exterior trim bezels.

Like I mentioned in my previous post, I installed the shade so that it...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 02-25-2024, 09:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 363
Posted By locomech
I can't tell from looking at the picture but I'm...

I can't tell from looking at the picture but I'm thinking maybe the valve cartridges can be removed to allow the faucet to be pulled up from the base. Then the water lines can be disconnected from...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 02-25-2024, 09:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,800
Posted By locomech
I installed our slim shades upside down to avoid...

I installed our slim shades upside down to avoid the hassle of opening the door at night to close the shade between the screen door. This way you can leave the shade cracked open an inch or two from...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-11-2024, 09:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 317
Posted By locomech
I replaced my cargo doors two years ago. Mine...

I replaced my cargo doors two years ago. Mine became water damaged at the core from the lock holes. I ordered the new doors from my dealers parts dept. and had them shipped to my home. Replacing...
Forum: Travel Trailers 01-10-2024, 02:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,473
Posted By locomech
I used the kit from Marinco. ...

I used the kit from Marinco.

...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 01-07-2024, 11:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,026
Posted By locomech
Leaving from central Indiana consider taking I-74...

Leaving from central Indiana consider taking I-74 west to Bloomington, IL to avoid Chicago. You can pick up I-39 or I-80 from there to Sioux Falls. I live in northeastern Illinois and highly...
Forum: Toy Haulers 01-01-2024, 12:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,937
Posted By locomech
I've always used white litihium grease on the...

I've always used white litihium grease on the hitch ball. I think any time there is metal to metal contact it's always a good idea to have some sort of lubrication. It will also enable an easier...
Forum: Campfire Chatter 11-21-2023, 11:31 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 449
Posted By locomech
I have a Deadwood Stove. I bought it a few years...

I have a Deadwood Stove. I bought it a few years ago because I liked the idea of it not needing gas, electric, or charcoal. It burns pine cones, twigs or small scraps of untreated wood. It's big...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 10-19-2023, 07:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 878
Posted By locomech
I'm not familiar with your model of jack, but I...

I'm not familiar with your model of jack, but I can tell you about my experience with a Husky jack I had. My jack would travel up but not down. I called Husky support and they insisted it was a bad...
Forum: Campfire Chatter 09-17-2023, 08:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,471
Posted By locomech
N9TBG here, I'm not as active as I once was since...

N9TBG here, I'm not as active as I once was since retiring. I mostly use my dual band HT to monitor weather nets. I got into amateur radio with a group of co-workers as a way of keeping in contact...
Forum: Campfire Chatter 09-10-2023, 11:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,156
Posted By locomech
Well to be honest, I thought that since this...

Well to be honest, I thought that since this event was advertised as an RV Outlet Show factory direct there would be factory reps there to talk to about dealing directly with the factory. That's...
Forum: Campfire Chatter 09-10-2023, 07:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,156
Posted By locomech
RV Show With Factory Direct Pricing...

I’m disappointed after attending a so called RV Outlet Show that was supposed to have factory direct pricing. Upon entering the county fairgrounds and seeing the name of one of the country’s largest...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-27-2023, 11:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,418
Posted By locomech
If you would like to try something before...

If you would like to try something before replacing the cable and rod check this video out from YouTube. It shows how to lube the gate valve without taking anything apart. I'll be doing this very...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 08-13-2023, 07:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,276
Posted By locomech
We had a gazebo similar to the OP. At first I...

We had a gazebo similar to the OP. At first I thought it would be nice to have, but it didn't take long for me to realize I was mistaken. The gazebo was heavy and bulky to store and transport. It...
Forum: Travel Trailers 08-10-2023, 12:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 883
Posted By locomech
We repaired one of our shades using a "Pleated...

We repaired one of our shades using a "Pleated Shade First Aid Kit" from Amazon. We didn't remove the valance because it looked like a major operation to take down and replace, but it might have...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 08-09-2023, 07:25 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,401
Posted By locomech
We use a mini-keurig coffee maker, a small...

We use a mini-keurig coffee maker, a small crock-pot and a Pizza Pizazz rotating oven. The
Pizza Pizazz is nice when it's raining and we don't want to use the oven.
Forum: Toy Haulers 07-26-2023, 10:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,550
Posted By locomech
I like to set up as level as possible for several...

I like to set up as level as possible for several reasons. One, to keep my absorption fridge working properly. Two, so that when I dump my holding tanks they empty properly, and three to be sure...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-23-2023, 07:30 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,407
Posted By locomech
When towing the camper I use it all the time. ...

When towing the camper I use it all the time. When descending a long steep grade I'll use it even if not towing the camper.
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Member Account Info 07-19-2023, 08:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 978
Posted By locomech
This has happened to me too, so I started copying...

This has happened to me too, so I started copying my reply before submitting it. That way if I have to log back in I can just paste my reply back in without losing context.
Forum: Campgrounds & Destinations 07-18-2023, 07:37 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,130
Posted By locomech
We stay at the Hy-Land Court RV Park when we go...

We stay at the Hy-Land Court RV Park when we go up there. From there it's an easy drive to anywhere on the peninsula. I don't know of a Copper Bay in Door County Wisconsin, is it possible she meant...
Forum: Campgrounds & Destinations 07-17-2023, 06:41 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,130
Posted By locomech
If you don't mind a 20 hr. drive from Houston I'd...

If you don't mind a 20 hr. drive from Houston I'd recommend Sister Bay, Wisconsin. It's a little more than 1300 miles. Sister Bay is on the Door County peninsula that juts out into Lake Michigan. ...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 06-02-2023, 06:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 632
Posted By locomech
I used Great Stuff Pest Block foam: ...

I used Great Stuff Pest Block foam: https://www.homedepot.com/p/GREAT-STUFF-16-oz-Pestblock-Insulating-Spray-Foam-Sealant-with-Quick-Stop-Straw-99053993/207077796 . Get under the camper and fill...
Forum: New Member Check in! 06-01-2023, 06:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,061
Posted By locomech
Welcome from the flatlands. I grew up on the...

Welcome from the flatlands. I grew up on the south side of Chicago and in the mid 60's a friend and I would drive up to Racine to dive in the quarry. We would search the bottom for wallets, keys...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 05-25-2023, 06:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,933
Posted By locomech
Yeah, the gozinta is missing :facepalm:. Da plug...

Yeah, the gozinta is missing :facepalm:. Da plug dat goes inta da outlet must have been removed for some reason. Maybe more to the problem than meets the eye. I hope it all checks out ok for you. ...
Forum: Technical Corner 05-21-2023, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,099
Posted By locomech
I installed the camera today under the center...

I installed the camera today under the center marker light. I used the butyl tape and two #8x3/4" stainless steel screws for the mounting.

While I was putting my tools away I noticed my pop...
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