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Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-06-2016, 02:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 20,269
Posted By Fastpaddler1
I agree. Rotating tires is one of those industry...

I agree. Rotating tires is one of those industry non science instructions which was devised to make money for garages with no benefit for the vehicle owners. Not necessary mostly.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-27-2015, 12:44 AM
Replies: 1,145
Views: 290,409
Posted By Fastpaddler1
Congratulations. That must be one very...

Congratulations. That must be one very comfortable RV. What an adventure. We are good for a couple of thousand miles a year, maybe, on average.
AL
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 09-07-2015, 11:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,175
Posted By Fastpaddler1
Welcome I own a 2007 Pleasure-way Plateau TS...

Welcome
I own a 2007 Pleasure-way Plateau TS 144" w/b which is under 22ft in length and with no dualies I can legally park on any city street without getting a ticket. With dualies, at least here...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-06-2015, 01:45 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,782
Posted By Fastpaddler1
I had a dually with my previous C class RIGS. If...

I had a dually with my previous C class RIGS. If the inner tire goes flat or the stem rubs against the outer tire you get FAILURE. The problem is that you have to take off the flat tire or cause...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-06-2015, 01:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,782
Posted By Fastpaddler1
I think that the only problem with having NO...

I think that the only problem with having NO spare tire is when your on-wheel tire ruptures, blowout, or is not possible to re inflate. Normally, a tire can be re inflated by you or the AAA/CAA if it...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-03-2015, 03:51 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 65,041
Posted By Fastpaddler1
Since I am looking at an LTV Unity I am...

Since I am looking at an LTV Unity I am interested in the DEF system issues to which you refer. I have heard of DEF shortage messages which were a fault. What else? Thanks.

AL
Forum: Places & Routes 08-25-2015, 05:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,337
Posted By Fastpaddler1
Heh Rocketman We made the same trip but...

Heh Rocketman

We made the same trip but we started in Ottawa heading out to Montreal and then the Gaspe. I agree. Great trip, lovely scenary and friendly folks too. I had a 25ft Chev Rv which...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 08-24-2015, 09:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,306
Posted By Fastpaddler1
Hi On the Island we like SALMON POINT, RIPPLE...

Hi
On the Island we like SALMON POINT, RIPPLE ROCK(BROWNS BAY), SURFSIDE, LIVING FOREST, PEDDARS BAY, WEIRS BEACH. SPROAT LAKE IS VERY NICE TOO. Also, TELEGRAPH COVE.THUNDERBIRD RV PARK is...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 08-24-2015, 02:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,306
Posted By Fastpaddler1
Well, I quite like the Pursuit. it has the...

Well, I quite like the Pursuit. it has the excellent PW cabinetry and a good, usable layout. I am from Vancouver Island and have rv experience with two C class and my current B class PW. We generally...
Forum: Gear, Swag, Parts and Tools 08-24-2015, 02:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,507
Posted By Fastpaddler1
I have a Gearspace 34 which fits on my 2 inch...

I have a Gearspace 34 which fits on my 2 inch hitch receiver, has wiring, led lights and has fold down 'landing gear' to roll it off the hitch without picking it up. It might be too big for your...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-15-2015, 05:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,409
Posted By Fastpaddler1
I looked at buying in the US but with the recent...

I looked at buying in the US but with the recent exchange rates, it isn't a deal anymore. Any lower price in the US is eaten up by the poor exchange we get here in Canada notwithstanding that some...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-15-2015, 04:56 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 42,636
Posted By Fastpaddler1
Frozen pipes in Winnipeg has been a fact of life...

Frozen pipes in Winnipeg has been a fact of life since I skated on the the flooded pasture out back near my home. But was that the main reason to leave Winnipeg with some local support and good...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 08-14-2015, 01:46 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,006
Posted By Fastpaddler1
True. We B owners get out and about. We sleep in...

True. We B owners get out and about. We sleep in them, sometimes cook in them and stay inside when It pours but those B Rvers are so versatile as a second vehicle and it is often the big A rigs that...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 08-14-2015, 01:43 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,006
Posted By Fastpaddler1
Come to Vancouver Island. You will eventually see...

Come to Vancouver Island. You will eventually see us in our 144 chassis MB Sprinter TS and we are very seldom sitting inside. In fact, we usually have a fire going by the seaside at night--when...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 08-14-2015, 01:37 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,006
Posted By Fastpaddler1
I agree but it is 22ft 9in and really...

I agree but it is 22ft 9in and really pricey--around 138$K which might be a stumbling block, right there. There are internal compromises but it is overall a good prospect, for sure. I personally...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-11-2015, 05:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,696
Posted By Fastpaddler1
My understanding from my brother who is a retired...

My understanding from my brother who is a retired police Inspector is that as long as the rear of your rv is NOT a dualie system you can park on the street anywhere like any other vehicle such as a...
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 08-11-2015, 04:29 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,006
Posted By Fastpaddler1
While my wife wants to have a Unity TB I find my...

While my wife wants to have a Unity TB I find my Sprinter TS great as a second vehicle, general boxes and stuff hauler, great for lounging with my pooch, having a coffee in the RV and reading while...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-11-2015, 04:13 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,460
Posted By Fastpaddler1
I owned two C class RVs both bought used. Saved a...

I owned two C class RVs both bought used. Saved a lot. Currently have Pleasureway Plateau TS bought used. If you buy a diesel RV ie MB then the mileage is academic. How well they are served and...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-11-2015, 04:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,696
Posted By Fastpaddler1
Did you check to see if the strata community has...

Did you check to see if the strata community has any RV parking. Some have. We have an actual RV park for our boats, rvs etc. Off site can be as little as $50 a month and you might find a place to...
Forum: Places & Routes 08-05-2015, 07:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,337
Posted By Fastpaddler1
Bob, All good information re your...

Bob,

All good information re your upcoming visit. As a rule we like to make our trips AFTER the children are back in school which is generally September 3 or 4. Roads are not crowded and RV...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-19-2015, 05:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,456
Posted By Fastpaddler1
I would service the Sprinter now. 18 months is a...

I would service the Sprinter now. 18 months is a long time between services and as Davydd notes, one doesn't have to wait until 15K. I have serviced mine at under 10K due to time factor. Happy...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-19-2015, 05:31 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 42,636
Posted By Fastpaddler1
I tried to buy a new 2011 Legend in 2012 but GM...

I tried to buy a new 2011 Legend in 2012 but GM wouldn't bite on my price offer which was reasonable. As a native Winnipegger I was not surprised at the move to Alabama but felt that the cold winter...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-12-2015, 03:46 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,935
Posted By Fastpaddler1
I lived, studied and worked in Europe. I rented...

I lived, studied and worked in Europe. I rented one of the early Bedford campervans. I find their designs innovative and utilitarian in but their bathroom facilities are usually rudimentary(tiny if a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-01-2015, 04:05 AM
Replies: 1,145
Views: 290,409
Posted By Fastpaddler1
I have found that running my genset to charge my...

I have found that running my genset to charge my house battery in a Provincial Park depends on the regs. In some parks genset useage is restricted from 0900 to say, 1 PM. Running a genset to power a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 07-01-2015, 03:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,134
Posted By Fastpaddler1
Heh. I have a 34cuft Gearspace 34 cargo carrier...

Heh. I have a 34cuft Gearspace 34 cargo carrier which is huge. It can carry two bikes and the rest of my gear including all the chairs and a Coleman 10x12 gazebo. So the unit posted is really small...
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