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Forum: Travel Trailers 07-21-2022, 05:25 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,850
Posted By Cracker
I've used the Thetford additive every time I've...

I've used the Thetford additive every time I've dumped my black tank. I've never had any odors in over 25 years with any of my motorhomes or trailers.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 11-25-2021, 12:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,242
Posted By Cracker
This puts a dent in my thinking - but only a...

This puts a dent in my thinking - but only a little one. I plan to take occasional winter trips with my B+. I'll use a jug of RV antifreeze to flush the toilet direct - but I'll have to make sure...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-31-2021, 03:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,865
Posted By Cracker
Having experienced two battery freeze-ups in a...

Having experienced two battery freeze-ups in a late-model Airstream - where the batteries were supposingly disconnected by a switch - my sage advice is to simply remove the batteries for the winter...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-16-2021, 08:18 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,651
Posted By Cracker
[QUOTE=RickV;448908]I ran into the same problem...

[QUOTE=RickV;448908]I ran into the same problem about 7 years ago. I had a 2003 F250 PS 7.3 that I used to pull my first 5ver a 30' Rockwood. in 2014 we updated to a 36' Crusader empty I was just...
Forum: Towing 05-09-2021, 08:52 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 12,097
Posted By Cracker
That would be my suggestion. No need to take it...

That would be my suggestion. No need to take it off the truck when you're on the road. Buy a "Little Red Wagon" like the children play with. A 27' cougar was our last trailer before we switched to...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 04-15-2021, 02:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,756
Posted By Cracker
That's my theory - so how can we prevent it? -...

That's my theory - so how can we prevent it? - or is it worthwhile trying???
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 04-15-2021, 10:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,756
Posted By Cracker
I believe the "gimp" you referred to is the same...

I believe the "gimp" you referred to is the same vinyl fabric as the rest of the awning on mine. Also, as I mentioned, Airstream actually threads a section of aluminum onto the awning track that is...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 04-15-2021, 09:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,756
Posted By Cracker
Awning collects water via condensation when rolled up.

I've had this problem with every RV I've ever owned since moving North in '97. I never took the time to try and figure out where the water was coming from until now. When I rolled it out the other...
Forum: Campfire Chatter 04-04-2021, 01:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,410
Posted By Cracker
Keep it Simple

I find it disappointing that so many first time campers want to immediately go for all the bells and whistles - overlooking simple pop-up type rigs that could provide so much for so little. At 82...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 03-25-2021, 08:21 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,780
Posted By Cracker
I agree! As a Florida native, active boater,...

I agree! As a Florida native, active boater, RV'r, and marine construction engineer, I had an established hurricane procedure with respect to my marina-based boat. I would start by moving it to the...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 03-11-2021, 02:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,343
Posted By Cracker
In 58 years of trailering - both boats and travel...

In 58 years of trailering - both boats and travel trailers, plus motorhome travel, I've never had a flat - and that includes the tow vehicle. I think that the secret of my success is to never...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-04-2021, 09:17 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 30,325
Posted By Cracker
I used to have the exact same truck with a 27'...

I used to have the exact same truck with a 27' Cougar on the ball. I can't imagine why you would hesitate to back in - unless you're on a high-traffic street. I have a 100' long x 24' wide...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 03-04-2021, 08:43 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,088
Posted By Cracker
Surprisingly enough, "HWH" was often used on...

Surprisingly enough, "HWH" was often used on architectural plans to designate the location of the water heater - possibly to differentiate from "WH" - but, if so, I can't remember what "WH" would...
Forum: Full-timers & Snowbirds 02-13-2019, 06:44 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,525
Posted By Cracker
We’ll be camping this summer for two weeks in a...

We’ll be camping this summer for two weeks in a national park that has water and electric - but no sewer hookups. I’d like to think that we would only have to dump the black tank once, but, truth...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-18-2019, 06:42 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,296
Posted By Cracker
I know that this should be under “operator error”...

I know that this should be under “operator error” but, in an earlier RV, my wife thought that she had lit the oven with the ignitor and she then turned it up to let it get warm. A few minutes later...
Forum: Travel Trailers 01-13-2019, 08:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,761
Posted By Cracker
The only way a backflow preventer will protect...

The only way a backflow preventer will protect you from the “what ifs” is if it is located at the Y on your neighbor’s hose. A preventer on your side only protects your neighbor.
Forum: Travel Trailers 01-10-2019, 08:36 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,403
Posted By Cracker
I’ve been using the pre-measured Thetford...

I’ve been using the pre-measured Thetford additive every time I dump the black tank (—-probably well-over 25 years now) except when I’m hooked to the sewer for a week or two at a campsite. Of course...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-16-2018, 06:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,326
Posted By Cracker
Same for me - and my 1931 Model A sits in storage...

Same for me - and my 1931 Model A sits in storage all winter long without being re-charged. It then starts right up in the Spring without hesitation. The most important thing to survive sub-zero...
Forum: Full-timers & Snowbirds 11-08-2018, 04:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,260
Posted By Cracker
I had not considered that problem but I’ve...

I had not considered that problem but I’ve actually experienced it with a brand new enclosed car hauler when I drove to Ohio in January to pick up a ‘31 Model A. The chassis of that car hauler was...
Forum: Full-timers & Snowbirds 11-08-2018, 03:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,260
Posted By Cracker
Driving Into Winter Weather

My wife and I would like to go South for a month or so this winter with our travel trailer. I don’t mind heading in to warm weather on the way south out of winter conditions - but, for some reason,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-11-2018, 07:42 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,076
Posted By Cracker
If it will fit your garage, and for the small...

If it will fit your garage, and for the small difference in cost, I can’t imagine why you wouldn’t stick with the long box. As you can see in my signature, I also have a crew cab and duals. I’ve...
Forum: General RV Issues 10-09-2018, 01:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,433
Posted By Cracker
Black tank chemical mix when winterizing

In all the years I’ve been doing this I’ve never worried about anti-freeze mixing with Thetford holding tank additive - but is it a no-no? My new-to-me Cougar came with a great little spray wand,...
Forum: Towing 09-30-2018, 06:59 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 24,598
Posted By Cracker
Please note that my question was in direct...

Please note that my question was in direct response to the original post that immediately preceded it - which seemed to imply that there was no “safe” speed.
Forum: Towing 09-30-2018, 05:19 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 24,598
Posted By Cracker
True, with respect to 45 mph, but that’s slow...

True, with respect to 45 mph, but that’s slow enough to constitute a hazard in my opinion. On the other hand, I don’t have any problem with 60 mph on a 70 mph Interstate highway.
Forum: Towing 09-30-2018, 01:30 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 24,598
Posted By Cracker
So - what speed are we suppose to drive???

So - what speed are we suppose to drive???
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