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RE: FISHING IN COLORADO
Fishing can be good about anywhere. There there are a lot of good choices.
To go to a particular spot, well the question is why, which leads to the question, what do you really want to do.
:h
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/11/10 05:43pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: OIL CHANGES IN DIESELS QUESTION
The 6.0 needs very clean oil to keep the fuel injectors operating properly. The injectors are hydraulicly operated, using engine oil and unless the engine oil is very clean the injectors will plug up and you will need expensive work done. An aftermarket filter system is a option, the other option is to change the oil often.
Pay your money and take your choice.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/11/10 04:13pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: New BBQ
I like it, but then I am a sucker for any BBQ. Want sell the second one? Just kidding.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/11/10 01:07pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: buying a 99-2006 Chev Suburban wanting some input
If you are really serious about coverting to a Duraburb then get the 6.0 3/4 ton unit. You are paying a premium for the 8.1, they can be hard to find and go fast. Why pay more for something you are going to get rid of any way.
We have over 250,000 in 3/4 Suburbans both the 454 and the 8.1. The 8.1 is a great vehicle and is a much better multipurpose vehicle then a Duramax diesel pickup, We have a Duramax at the present time, we like it but is a different vehicle from the Suburban. At this stage in our life the Duramax works, it would not have worked when my wife was hauling kids all over the place.
People who own diesels like to talk about how durable they are. Go to DieselPlace and participate in the forum for a month or so. It can be a nightmare and its not nearly as bad as the Ford diesel forums and the 6.0PSD.
Fuel usages is mistakenly tied to engine size, in the carb days that was true. Now, with some pretty good EFI systems, and GM has very good EFI systems, you will find little mileage difference at the same horsepower/torque loads.
A 3/4 ton Suburban with 6.0 going 60 mph will burn the same amount as a 8.1 going 60 mph all other things being equal. The problem with the 8.1 is that right foot enjoys the power and more fuel is used and the 8.1 can produce a lot of power using a lot of fuel, the 6.0 just cannot match the fuel consumption of the 8.1 with the foot on the ground. It takes discipline to get 12 mpg around town and 14 mpg on the highway with a medium load.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/09/10 10:33am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: KYB Shocks. Alternative for Ranch 9000 shocks?
My understanding is that yes, there are smart shocks and they will adjust to load needs.
We had the GM Autoride system on a 2500 series Suburban that worked great its probably at the more complex end of the smart shock system, the KYB is at the more simple end of the smart shock system.
The Rancho 9000 series are user adjustable shock, they may have some self adjusting features.
The KYB's will move fluid through valves to different chambers in the shock in response to road/load conditions. My understanding is that there are three chambers in the MonoMax-two for fluid and one for the gas pressure.
Will KYB work on both a 155# rider and a 450# rider, I don't know. It will work to a degree within the weight/load range of the vehicle, I believe so, and will see.
I have recently installed a set of KYB. Also on my short list was the Rancho's. I decided in the end that I did not want to have the complexity of the Rancho's, a personal decision and the KYBs have a great reputation in all of the circles that I run in, trucks and car road racing.
Is there a best shock, I really don't think so, is there a personal best, probably, take your pick.
That Autoride system for the 2500 Series GM Suburban may be close to the best.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/08/10 03:57pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Welding ?
What I am reading on the welding forums is to pull the battery cable.
You can never be too safe with this electronic stuff. I did loose a module in my Unilite due to welding a few years ago. I just don't take a chance.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/08/10 01:20pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: RV/ Truck Camper Repair in Colorado
Steve Casey in Wheatridge did some warranty work on our trailer. There was no hassel in getting them to do it, there was no cost, it was done right the first time, it was done promptly and they didn't damage anything else. They also seemed professional.
Kettelsen is another RV dealer that has done some work on our rigs a long time ago, they are now a Lance dealer and they seemed at that time to do good work.
We now have an Outfitter and I would probably have Outfitter do any repairs that we might need.
:C
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/08/10 10:58am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Winter camping and a little x-country skiing (w/ Pic's now)
Looks and sounds like fun.
Go Spartans!!!
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/08/10 10:53am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Is it too early to head to the Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon this time of the year is great, not too hot, not too cold.
There may be snow or rain, but 99/100 times its typical AZ weather, sever clear.
In the summer its brutal for people from colder climates, its just hot. I know its 7,000 feet, but its hot and hotter at the river.
I would not miss the Grand Canyon due to the weather, its always interesting. Having bad weather will make it a little special.
We go every few years and its a nice trip in the spring and fall.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/08/10 10:39am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Terrible weekend - need some advice.
A microwave for $150. I suggest a cheapo from one of the various cheapo stores. If you have a college nearby with dorms, the college kids will be selling them for $10 to $15 bucks (cragislist is a good source), you can find a lot of them in college dumpsters on the last few days of classes, same goes for small "dorm fridges"(so much for the green people on campus). If you are good with tools you will figure out a way to make it fit well.
Another rule of the RVhandyman, throw nothing away, put it in an old coffee can so that it is safely stored, so that you cannot find it when you need it, that way you always have a spare when you buy a new one.:h
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/08/10 07:37am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Colorado Passes and Restrictions
You will not be able to negotiate Independence Pass between Twin Lakes and Aspen. Its probably posted, if you make the mistake of going east, you will eventually just stop, its very narrow, overhangs and tight turns.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/06/10 03:22pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Camping with a newborn
It depends a lot on the child.
My formula is short and sweet. Its more work on the trail. If everyone is not having fun, its time to go home. There will then be a tomorrow for another try.
Go for a overnight trip close to home for starters.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/05/10 10:06am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: trailer under truck camper for mobile storage?
I would suggest a removable tongue. I have used hitch stock in the past with good success.
One of the design problems as I see it are the camper jacks and the width necessary to clear the wheels. That is going to limit the width of your trailer.
There is a forum member from Michigan I think its Spott that uses a farm wagon to move his camper around. I have seen pictures on this forum.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/05/10 08:44am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Popup TCs
Fishfinder:
It fits when its on a dolly. I built one like the Rieco unit.
You are absolutely right it will not fit on the truck, I would need a 10ft door for that.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/04/10 05:50pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Rocky Mountain Nat Park to Grand Canyon
I25 south to 140 west is probably the fastest and quickest. What a waste! What a waste!!!:R
We have many routes from Denver to GC but one that is real nice was explained by Cruiserjs. Here is our variation of the trip.
We go I70 to either Utah 128 or US191 south to Moab (191 is a better road, 128 is fascinating). 191 South, though Monticello and Blanding this is a very good two lane highway past Monument Valley and into AZ. Plenty of fuel, food and help in these towns.
We pickup 161 west to Kayenta, plenty of FFH in this town. Interesting stretch of road, look down in river valley and see them farming little patches of ground. Go south on US89 a few miles to Cameron then west on 64 the park road.
This is what you come west for. :D
Good luck!
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/04/10 02:14pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Blue Ridge Parkway
We were there just after Christmas after the big storm. The road was not open from end to end.
I don't think there would a physical problem but the driver will be concentrating on driving and missing a lot of good scenery.
Maybe the idea of visiting it sans the 5th wheel is good advice.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/04/10 02:01pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Places to stay in Ouray or Ridgeway State Park?
I know that the Elk Ridge CG at Ridgeway has electricity at the site but not sewer or water. Water is available every 3 or 4 sites. Sewer is a dump station.
Depends on where you want to do. Ouray is a nice town and a good place to visit. If you are interested in visiting Ouray they stay it town, you will enjoy it.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/04/10 01:58pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: U bolts hitting frame? With pictures.....
First, weigh it to see where you are at. If you are within specs then I would suggest making a warranty/mfg defect claim with the dealer, this just is not right.
I would not go with the shackles they throw the alignment out of wack.
My suggestion would be rearched springs, probably the best alternative, or going with longer spring mounts, that's 6 points and its also going to mean more reinforcements.
More spring will make the trailer ride harder and I am not sure if that is a good thing unless the trailer is soft now.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/04/10 07:40am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Popup TCs
We have had Coleman popup trailer campers, they will flap in the wind.
We have not had any issues in the outfitter with wind noise, either with the fabric flapping (which is quite taunt) or the wind itself.
We have been camping a few nights at 11,400 feet where there has been wind and have not had any issues with the noise. The wind exceeded 15 kts and was probably about 20 kts.
Some people say that popups are noiser because of the fabric, We have not noticed it but I am sure that there is more noise then say a hardsided trailer, stands to reason. In the summer its a non issue because the windows will be open on both in the summer, at least here in Colorado.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/03/10 05:35pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Loud campers late at night
On boondocking, we have set up in a place that is just great, only to have a bunch of drunks pull in near us and setup their party, kegs of beer and drugs and 50 of their closest friends.
The law is just too far away a most times and its not really an option.
We now select sites defensively. I have seen big dogs be effect at keeping out others, but we do not have big dogs.
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Oldtymeflyr
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03/03/10 10:04am |
General RVing Issues
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