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Forum: Odds 'n Ends 06-23-2022, 07:58 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 40,614
Posted By KeystoneKal
Refinery capacity

Saw an interview with an economist on tv this AM. There are five refineries shut down and the remaining are working at full capacity.
Any resemblance to the first oil crisis. ( oil tankers floating...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 05-30-2022, 05:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,543
Posted By KeystoneKal
Does anybody think the rear wheel showing on the...

Does anybody think the rear wheel showing on the TV is a “Super Single”.?
Forum: Fifth Wheels 05-05-2022, 07:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,525
Posted By KeystoneKal
Several YouTube videos address the EV towing...

Several YouTube videos address the EV towing issue. All say towing cuts the range by half.
TFL Trucks is one site that does a road test of towing using the F150 Lightning.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-20-2022, 04:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,698
Posted By KeystoneKal
I’ve done a search for specific RVs on...

I’ve done a search for specific RVs on rvtrader.com. Most dealers provide pricing and option information and photos of each unit. I’m surprised to see discounts on the pricing of many units. The...
Forum: Campgrounds & Destinations 12-19-2021, 12:13 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,372
Posted By KeystoneKal
Did anybody say you need a passport?

Did anybody say you need a passport?
Forum: Towing 05-23-2021, 05:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,180
Posted By KeystoneKal
The conversation between the owner of the Subaru...

The conversation between the owner of the Subaru and the trailer salesman must have been interesting. Let’s go over that PDI checklist again.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 05-23-2021, 05:34 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 10,673
Posted By KeystoneKal
Just a comment about quality control in...

Just a comment about quality control in automobile manufacturing. Back in the 50s when QC In American automobiles was lacking, the manufacturers were approached by W Edwards Deming an engineer and...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 05-16-2021, 08:15 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,519
Posted By KeystoneKal
Boomer alert! There were several oil shortages in...

Boomer alert! There were several oil shortages in the seventies. The Arab Oil Embargo. Tankers were cruising at sea until prices went up and then headed for the refineries. At the time with three...
Forum: Towing 05-13-2021, 10:41 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 17,886
Posted By KeystoneKal
The EV acceptance will occur when the trucking...

The EV acceptance will occur when the trucking industry starts making the move to EV trucks. Their decision will be based on costs and any other maintenance and service advantages Electric has over...
Forum: Towing 05-09-2021, 07:17 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 17,886
Posted By KeystoneKal
Do a YouTube search of Tesla pulling trailer....

Do a YouTube search of Tesla pulling trailer. Lotsa videos.
Forum: Technical Corner 05-02-2021, 07:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,797
Posted By KeystoneKal
I’ve seen several YouTube videos commenting on...

I’ve seen several YouTube videos commenting on heat in Texas and having 50amp service and 2 or 3 air conditioners for 90+ temperatures.
I have a Hideout 30 RLDS at a seasonal site in Ohio. Only one...
Forum: New Member Check in! 04-11-2021, 10:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,946
Posted By KeystoneKal
This comment isn’t related to towing. I’ve...

This comment isn’t related to towing. I’ve watched several YouTube videos where the presenter highlights three areas that you should check before you buy. Check the sleeping areas. Is the bed really...
Forum: Travel Trailers 04-04-2021, 07:23 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,405
Posted By KeystoneKal
Sounds like the “China Syndrome”. Build em cheap...

Sounds like the “China Syndrome”. Build em cheap and fast to meet demand. If the customer has problems with the product they’ll eventually be fixed if he can find someone who takes responsibility.
Forum: Travel Trailers 04-01-2021, 10:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,239
Posted By KeystoneKal
Wishful thinking, but the RV manufacturers could...

Wishful thinking, but the RV manufacturers could divert a few bucks from the record sales to R&D a new quiet and efficient RV furnace.
As a reference the noise level on the furnace of my 2015...
Forum: Technical Corner 03-25-2021, 11:19 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 19,536
Posted By KeystoneKal
Let’s see. The forum seems to say..not the...

Let’s see. The forum seems to say..not the dealers problem. Not the manufacturers problem. A lawyer won’t handle the case..not enough money. It’s all about the money?
It’s good to see that some...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 03-25-2021, 11:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,780
Posted By KeystoneKal
Just following the nuclear attack thread. You may...

Just following the nuclear attack thread. You may remember that some major cities were ringed with Nike anti aircraft missiles in the fifties.
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 03-11-2021, 10:33 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,725
Posted By KeystoneKal
The TV owners manual may say drive 500 miles...

The TV owners manual may say drive 500 miles without trailer as part of break in process. I’m thinking it’s more about engine speed and moderate braking than maintaining a certain highway speed....
Forum: Toy Haulers 03-04-2021, 12:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,428
Posted By KeystoneKal
Or call Keystone and find out what they say on...

Or call Keystone and find out what they say on the number of ladders.
Forum: Keystone Questions 02-28-2021, 09:55 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,113
Posted By KeystoneKal
On YouTube there is an older video taken at a...

On YouTube there is an older video taken at a Jayco facility. Workers are running on the assembly line. Worth watching for comparison. Zero QC.
Forum: Keystone Questions 02-28-2021, 08:14 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,113
Posted By KeystoneKal
Many Amish ride to and from job sites driven in...

Many Amish ride to and from job sites driven in vans. Slang term is “Yoder toters” very common in states like Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania with large Amish populations.
Forum: General RV Issues 02-18-2021, 11:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,798
Posted By KeystoneKal
Worked at a BMW dealership. Every car that came...

Worked at a BMW dealership. Every car that came in for service had photos taken around the car to protect against claims. You can do the same thing with your smartphone.
Forum: Travel Trailers 01-14-2021, 12:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,142
Posted By KeystoneKal
My opinion. You can buy new and get about 20%+...

My opinion. You can buy new and get about 20%+ off MSRP if you shop around. Or you can wait a year or two and buy the same trailer used for 20%+ off MSRP. Look at pricing on RVtrader. There are...
Forum: Travel Trailers 01-14-2021, 08:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,142
Posted By KeystoneKal
In 2015 I went to the RV show in Cleveland....

In 2015 I went to the RV show in Cleveland. Hideout 30 RLDS MSRP $30,000 Show sale price $19,999. Most trailers at show were discounted 25-30% on sticker. You placed order (January) and took delivery...
Forum: Travel Trailers 01-10-2021, 11:32 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,186
Posted By KeystoneKal
Cracked gas lines at propane tanks. 2015 Hideout...

Cracked gas lines at propane tanks. 2015 Hideout 30rlds. Line cracked last year and replaced it. You could smell propane outside. Of the two other trailers I’ve owned, both older, neither had any gas...
Forum: Keystone RV Service & Warranty Issues 01-10-2021, 11:18 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,133
Posted By KeystoneKal
“What we’ve got here is failure communicate.”

“What we’ve got here is failure communicate.”
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