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Travel Trailer or 5th Wheel
Have 2006 8315SS Rockwood TT towed by Ford F350 7.3L Diesel. I have absolutely no problems towing, or with sway. In other words towing TT does not bother me with the Reese total package.
Wife wants 5th wheel. What I am asking is the advantages and disadvantages of one type over the other. Heard different things over the years, so let me know what you think. I appreciate any help provided.
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Jimfromvirginia
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11/22/08 07:20am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: rusty cast iron pan
Stell wool the rust off, then use oven as other sites describe. All of my cast iron came from under a barn that were put there by my grandmother MANY years ago. All the stuff looks brand new now and is a deep black glossy color.
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Jimfromvirginia
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10/12/08 05:01pm |
Camp Cooks and Connoisseurs
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RE: Winterize Question
I blow out lines and no longer use pink stuff. Of course I live in Virginia so the winters are mild. I used the pink stuff one season (from Walmart) and the next season the water tasted funny. Have not had a problem since. I do not think there is a disadvantage of one over the other, but if I lived in extremely cold weather, I would use the RV antifreeze to be safe.
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Jimfromvirginia
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10/12/08 04:56pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: BLACK WATER SENSORS?
We use Geomethod, and maybe once a year have to rinse to make blak tank sensor work. Make your self a homemade rinse wand out of PVC with a water hose connection on one end, and a cap on other. Drill a small holeabout 1" above cap. I made one like this and it works great. Just make sure it is long enough to get to bottom of tank. WHen done I just clean the wand with bleach for safety reasons.
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Jimfromvirginia
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10/12/08 04:51pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Why?
WATER softener, not fabric softner. It will keep stuff from sticking to sides of tank, and thus all the bad stuff rinses out better. I use the Geomethod and love it. Google it as previous poster said.
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Jimfromvirginia
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10/12/08 04:43pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Another New Set of Dumb Questions
Try NADA. Use this NADA link to get started.
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Jimfromvirginia
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10/09/08 12:49pm |
Beginning RVing
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12V Batteries in parallel
I cannot mount 2 batteries on my TT due to welded battery box and position of propane tank. With our first fall/winter camping coming up in a National Park, I want to ensure reasonable availability of battery power for blower(Big Meadows has no electricity). So why not carry a second fully charged 12V battery and hook up the parallel set up on site. Any concerns with this or suggestions?
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Jimfromvirginia
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10/08/08 07:04am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Heating with no Electricity??????
Unfortunately for me my battery box is welded in place and there is no room to put a second battery. I guess I could hook up 2nd one when we get to the site.
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Jimfromvirginia
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10/06/08 07:41pm |
General RVing Issues
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Heating with no Electricity??????
We are planning a trip to the mountains of Virginia this November to Big Meadows. We have a 33' TT and a Honda generator, so we are OK from 4PM to 9PM during generator hours, but what do you do overnight? I have been married for 17 years so no comments about snuggling; it ain't happening. Seriously, what do you do to keep warm?
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Jimfromvirginia
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10/04/08 08:49pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Thoughts on transmisson temp
I tow a Rockwood 8315SS with a F350 Turbo diesel. I too monitor temps. I run 180 on flat roads, or less. In mountains of Virginia I get up to 200 plus or minus a few. If I ran your temps I would look into bigger cooler. Although 220 just for a little while is not really a problem, temps are the main cuase of tranny failures, so cool it down a bit for longer life. JMO
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Jimfromvirginia
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08/31/08 09:25am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: clear screen door
I used the adhesive that came with the Velcro. My strip is about 1/2" wide, which actually was a 1" strip cut with a razor knife down middle. I also ordered the clear slide as previous post said, works great.
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Jimfromvirginia
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08/30/08 07:45pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: clear screen door
I made my own. Buy untinted plexiglass from local hardware. Cut to match shape of door very carefully, leaving about 1/2" overhang from screen to hardsurface Using white velcro, place this in the overhang space on cut plexiglass. Place opposite side of velcro onto previously attached velcro. Peel back off of this velcro and carefully place in desired position. If comfortable with placement, press hard all the way around for good seal.
I have received MANY compliments and have others do this as well. It is removeable to use screen, or cover to have full view and run A/C. Only disadvantagfe is plexiglass cannot be tinted, so I have been told.
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Jimfromvirginia
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08/30/08 10:13am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: How Many nights or weekends............
It looks like most are still camping, but maybe the trips are a little closer to home. It certainly is the case for us. We have not been out but 15 nights this year, but had to cancel a few dyue to medical reasons. Matter of fact I am supose to be camping this weekend, but the 16 year old dog is not doing well.
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Jimfromvirginia
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08/23/08 09:21am |
General RVing Issues
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How Many nights or weekends............
The DW and I have been discussing the use of our RV. So for those that do not full time, and husband and wife work, how many trips do you take. You can total it by total nights, or weekends. Give us all a chance to judge how our own use compares to average.
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Jimfromvirginia
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08/20/08 05:28pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Front Hitch Question
I finally purchased the Bodiak and am very pleased. Had it installed within 20 minutes. Fog lights still visible and came with a place to mount license plate to keep it viewable. It has 8000 lb pull capacity whih is not really an issue since I purchased it for hauling bicycles.
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Jimfromvirginia
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08/17/08 03:12pm |
Towing
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RE: Just put down deposit on new 2008 Rockwood 8319SS
Towed a 29' with a Ford F150. Used weight distribution and truck leveld OK. However the trailer was the boss and it had more sway than I felt comfotable with. Purchased Dual Cam Sway control and that helped quite a bit. It can be done, bit it could be better. We bought an F350 deisel because we pull in mountains a lot and now the truck is the boss and I do not know it is back there.
As for length, we only camp in state parks and always specify how long our trailer is (now have Rockwood 8315SS) and have only had on time it was an issue.
IMO: Get Reese Dual Cam sway/weight distruibution immediately!
Learn what to do if you encounter sway
Drive slow
Always tell campgrounds your length when reserving
Consider upgrading truck IF possible and you plan on camping alot
Best of luck, and remember the only good camping trip is the one you return home safely from!
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Jimfromvirginia
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08/17/08 08:53am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: State Parks and sewer hookups
We used to stay at the "resort" or "private" campgounds for the full hookup because my wife is kinda spolied. Well once we were invited to a Virginia state park and we were converted! They do not have sewer hookup but have a dump station. The Virginia parks are some of the cleanest and nicest you could ask for, and the price cannot be beat. Usually sites are shaded (neat that this time of year) and somwhat private. The amenities are endless, with hiking, mountain biking, a lake or river nearby, and plenty of firewood. WOuld I rather have sewer on site? Of course, but they cannot offer that and keep cost low. ANd as for trucks coming around, I would not use that do to potential damage. So lets let the park rangers cocentrate on cleanlinest and amenities, and if a few stay away that is OK by me, that way I can have a site. Unfortunately they Virginia parks are ususally full and can be hard to get into, so I do not think anyone is staying away! JMO
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Jimfromvirginia
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08/05/08 10:22am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Va beach Holiday Trav L Park directions
If you use US460 east off of 295(exit 3b) and get on I64 west, east of Suffolk you can avoid going through any tunnels and it's only a few miles further to I264. As stated in an earlier thread, the traffic at the I64/I264 interchange can be pretty bad in the afternoon.
Ramzfam is right. Take this route and avoid the headaches of traffic. Height restrictions will not matter. I live in the area and refuse to take the tunnels at anytime except in emergencies and between midnight and 0500. I use the Suffolk route every time going to Va Beach.
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Jimfromvirginia
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07/29/08 05:10pm |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Shenandoah National Park
Stayed at Big Meadows twice this year. It is one of our favorite campgrounds. I would suggest Dark Hollow Falls for the waterfall as previously mentioned. As for view from mountain at highest peak, go to either Upper or Lower Hawksbill. If you are in for a strenuos hike, you may try Lewis falls, but it is about a 3 hour hike. You can go to many websites that are devoted to hiking and gives descriptions of the trails. Best of luck!
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Jimfromvirginia
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07/25/08 07:49pm |
Campgrounds, Resorts and Attractions
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RE: Walker BTM 21470 muffler
No the difference is only noticeable to people outside. However when cruising wth windows down below 30, you can hear the whistle sound when accelerating. Not loud, just different. That is why people think I have chipped my truck. With windows up, or at interstate speeds, your wife will hear nothing any different from before.
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Jimfromvirginia
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07/25/08 10:26am |
Tow Vehicles
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