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RE: Cracks In Fiberglass Roof
Can MarineTex be painted or colored?
yes...sanded too.
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RAGster
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08/05/08 12:15am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Cracks In Fiberglass Roof
MarineTex is a great epoxy gelcoat repair product available at West Marine.
Glenn
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RAGster
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08/02/08 08:45am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Air Bags
Front dump valve sticking?
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RAGster
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07/27/08 11:14pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: For $60K, Class A Gas or Diesel?
The older the RV, it will be better if you can do your own maintenance. They all will need maintenance, but the older ones usually require a little more work due to previous owners neglect. However, if you shop around, you can find an older unit that has been garage kept with maintenance records.
You should check out some older Blue Bird Wanderlodges. You can find a nice one for price you are seeking. Google vintagebirds, wanderlodge owners group, and wanderlodgeforum.
Good luck in your search.
Glenn
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RAGster
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07/19/08 12:11am |
Beginning RVing
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RE: First time snowbirds
Heating costs are a function of insulation, solar gain, and among other things, The difference in the inside and outside temperatures. The greater the difference in temperatures, the more energy ($$$) needed to keep it there. Lowering the thermostat will lower the heating bill. Your energy provider might be able to provide you with estimates of the savings.
Regards,
Glenn
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RAGster
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07/07/08 07:53pm |
RV Lifestyle
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RE: Yonah Mtn. Campground in North Georgia!!!!!!!
we camp at Mountain Lakes....have family membership. Check with one of the campgrounds there and see if you can get a guest pass. We have been members for ages so I am not not familiar with the current memberships.
Regards
Glenn
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RAGster
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07/02/08 02:36pm |
Campgrounds, Resorts and Attractions
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RE: GMC 3500 dually and an 1150 Artic Fox
I have a 2005 Chevy 3500 dually and I had an 1140. It is the same approx weight as your 1150. I installed air bags and RS9000 shocks. I was very pleased with the performance. I even towed with a torqlift superhitch setup and was comfortable with 5k in tow.
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/25/08 03:21am |
Truck Campers
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RE: A rough Wanderlodge...
Check out the Birds for sale at vintagebirds.com for some good buys on old steel. Owning an old bird is almost like a cult. Do your research before you buy. A nice paint job is expensive. There are birds out there for sale that have been garbage kept with maintenance records. I've seen some nicer units in the 20-30k range that I believe would be a better starting point. However, if you want to seriously consider the one you have found, I would get an experienced Bird owner to go over the unit with you to better estimate the problems and repair costs.
If you decide to join the Bird family, you will find many knowledgeable people to help you on your journey.
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/23/08 10:27am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: need help with roof question
The duct tape adhiesive will more than likely not withstand the heat and break down over time allowing it to shift out of position.
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/23/08 09:40am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Drop Down Bed
Happi-jac makes a bed lift. Try http://www.happijac.com/prod-lifts/lift-ov.php for product info. You will probably have to purchase through a dealer.
Regards,
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/18/08 07:21pm |
Toy Haulers
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RE: Is my roof OK?
I would not pressure wash the roof. You can easily force water into you seams or even cause separation of sealed joints. The "stains" you are refering to are normal and will turn back white after a short time in the sun. Every time you wash the roof, they will appear. You should wash your roof about twice a year using dish soap like Ivory or Polmolive and rinse with plenty of water. Of course, only use your normal pressure from your home's water spigot.
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/16/08 08:28pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: prep for plastic painting
I would consider using acetone. But, I'm not a paint expert by any stretch of the imagination.
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/16/08 08:10pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: fresh water tank problem
You could add an anti-siphon loop with a vent line to prevent the problem. It essentially consists of a running your overflow line above the two ends and inserting a tee with a vent line running up.
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/14/08 09:48pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Weber Q 200
I have a low pressure port on my RV that I hook to the Q200. I removed the Q200 regulator since it was not needed (coming off the Low Pressure port) and added a 12' house with a quick connect adapter that fits the RV. This allows me to use the 45 gal LP tank for a lot of grilling.
If you are hooking to a High Pressure valve, you still need the Q200 regulator.
I also love the Q200 cooking!
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/14/08 12:01am |
Beginning RVing
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RE: Passanger Safety in class A
One of the reasons we like the wanderlodge is the safety margin. Under certain crash conditions, mass rules. In other cases, having a chassis that meets the DOT rollover standards provides additional safety margin. However, we do pay a fuel penalty for the extra weight. But, I don't mind having to pay for the gains that I get.
I try to have a seat belt policy similar to an airline. If you are seated, wear it. If you want to get up, get permission from the driver. If we are in "stable air" I will permit movement. Otherwise, I delay the movement until a stop, or "stable air" is reached.
Of course, I'm taking risks each morning just getting out of bed. Maybe I will stay in bed tomorrow.
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/13/08 09:58pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: CG off I-75/Tampa area
Not sure about the dogs, but I would consider Rally Park at LazyDays.
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/13/08 09:23pm |
Campgrounds, Resorts and Attractions
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RE: Using 6" Hitch Extension
I used the superhitch to tow with a 48" extension and rated for 15 k lbs. That is over kill for your needs. You might want to take a look at the superhitch and towbeast to see if they already have a proven 6" extension.
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/13/08 07:45am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Thinking about buying an "old" MH... Advice?
Before you pull the trigger, you should investigate vintage Wanderlodges. Go to www.vintagebirds.com and look at some of the older birds for sale and also read about the quality. There are some really good buys on some quality birds right now. If you shop and bargain a little, you might be surprised with what you can get for just a little more dollars.
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/12/08 01:05am |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: 'Slow movement' wants you to ease up, chill out
Having only 11k tied up in the box in your driveway that will provide your family just as much fun as a 200k box seem like a great approach. After you invest the time to bring your MH back to operating condition, you will know how to keep it maintained yourself. As long as you can get the needed parts, I prefer the old and slow approach. There are many new plastic rigs on the road today, that I would not consider trading for my steel bucket. Different approaches... Whatever makes you happy is the right approach for you.
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/08/08 07:40am |
RV Lifestyle
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RE: Changing dance partners...
Always more room. Welcome aboard. Congrats on your new acquistion.
Glenn
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RAGster
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06/08/08 07:13am |
Class A Motorhomes
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