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Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 04-07-2024, 10:16 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,189
Posted By locomech
I didn't know there was a difference, the GY's...

I didn't know there was a difference, the GY's had Endurance on the sidewall. When I bought them 6 yrs ago I went to Discount Tire and asked for the Carlisle's, but was told they didn't have them in...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 04-02-2024, 12:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 635
Posted By locomech
My Passport is a 2014 245RB and although a couple...

My Passport is a 2014 245RB and although a couple of years older I believe the access to the back of the water heater is similar. On mine it's behind a panel below the shelf in the wardrobe. On...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 04-01-2024, 01:20 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,189
Posted By locomech
I just purchased a set of Carlisle Radial Trail...

I just purchased a set of Carlisle Radial Trail HD tires from Discount Tire. I replaced the Goodyear Endurance tires after they aged out at 6yrs. I would have let them go another year, but I'm...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 02-25-2024, 12:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,961
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: 420
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: 1,961
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: 323
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: 2,587
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: 2,093
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: 3,018
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: 466
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: 931
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: 1,570
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: 1,222
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: 1,222
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: 2,473
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: 2,391
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: 919
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: 2,473
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: 2,663
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: 5,622
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: 998
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: 6,294
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: 6,294
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: 644
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...
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