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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-18-2021, 07:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,160
Posted By BrianCO
Thanks a bunch for that Jake. I'll def give it...

Thanks a bunch for that Jake. I'll def give it all a go with your advice in mind. And, as luck has it, that's the exact jack I already purchased! I love it when at least something works out :D
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-16-2021, 04:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,160
Posted By BrianCO
Smile I was really concerned about balancing the whole...

I was really concerned about balancing the whole thing on that small lift plate on the jack, and the stabilizer bars for them are just a bit wider than the battery cradle so not useful.

The...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-15-2021, 10:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,160
Posted By BrianCO
Advice - Undercarriage battery box and mount

Hi all.

I need some advice on servicing my batteries, first, in getting to the damned things. :/ See pics for ref.

They are mounted under the van, back, in front of the hitch. It appears that...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-25-2021, 07:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,316
Posted By BrianCO
I use the one Jon has pictured, putting the feet...

I use the one Jon has pictured, putting the feet on the small plastic pads used otherwise for light leveling. I place one stabilizer under the rear hitch bar and tighten it up. It makes a huge...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-20-2021, 06:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,628
Posted By BrianCO
So many great suggestions on the thread! We...

So many great suggestions on the thread!

We find using packing cubes for clothing and other textiles to be amazingly helpful. You can keep things together and really load up the storage you have,...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-08-2021, 11:37 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,500
Posted By BrianCO
More good info, thanks Doneworking! We are...

More good info, thanks Doneworking! We are currently building out a ranch, and the septic will be really for the RV until we get the barns, house, etc in place. Since that's the case I'll be sure to...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-08-2021, 08:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,500
Posted By BrianCO
Hey GeorgeRa, thanks for that bit of info. I...

Hey GeorgeRa, thanks for that bit of info. I would have never thought to consider that!
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-07-2021, 06:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,500
Posted By BrianCO
I'm curious if anyone with a septic system has...

I'm curious if anyone with a septic system has done this? It seems the volume/rate of the discharge might be a problem?
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-05-2021, 05:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,991
Posted By BrianCO
It depends on your state and the classification...

It depends on your state and the classification of the vehicle. Most states that I am familiar with will permit a rear window to be covered/obstructed if there are side mirrors, unobstructed, on both...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-14-2020, 01:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,070
Posted By BrianCO
I've driven mine from MI to CO in snow and sleet,...

I've driven mine from MI to CO in snow and sleet, driven around CO in the snow ... it just trucks along. I'm not doing the mountain passes or anything, but it drove through 6 inches of snow with just...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-09-2020, 06:26 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,980
Posted By BrianCO
Well I know of 5 true B models within about 4...

Well I know of 5 true B models within about 4 blocks of my house in NW Denver (city proper), and a few others that have B+ models. My storage facility has room for 80 rigs I think, and there are a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-28-2020, 08:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,847
Posted By BrianCO
Hiya Ray. Yup! Personal preference, driving...

Hiya Ray.

Yup! Personal preference, driving style and use case is always king on decisions like this. It's good to have options! :)
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-28-2020, 08:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,847
Posted By BrianCO
Everything has advanced in the last 10 years....

Everything has advanced in the last 10 years. But, honestly, without knowing the exact film that was used it's impossible to offer any concrete comparison, film to film. From the warranty period, it...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-24-2020, 02:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,090
Posted By BrianCO
If by winterize you mean adding antifreeze to the...

If by winterize you mean adding antifreeze to the lines, I would agree that you do not need to.

However, I would blow out the lines when the RV was going to sit for any period. Using air to...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-21-2020, 09:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,847
Posted By BrianCO
I honestly don't know, I never considered it....

I honestly don't know, I never considered it. :ermm: I guess you could lay on the roof and work from above if you don't have a scaffold or something wide enough to go over the hood.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-21-2020, 05:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,747
Posted By BrianCO
Great pup pics! Thanks for sharing them!

Great pup pics! Thanks for sharing them!
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-21-2020, 12:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,847
Posted By BrianCO
Depending on the quality of film, not really...

Depending on the quality of film, not really accurate regarding 'fading'. Modern PPF has UV filters and prevents acid rain and other contaminants from degrading and oxidizing the surface of the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-21-2020, 12:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,847
Posted By BrianCO
Kirby @ Colorado Clear Bra-...

Kirby @ Colorado Clear Bra- https://www.bestclearbra.com/
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-20-2020, 04:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,847
Posted By BrianCO
I think you'll find that the majority of the cost...

I think you'll find that the majority of the cost is not the film it's the labor hours, and those don't change regardless of the film you choose. The firm I use (I've had 4 vehicles done there and...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-20-2020, 03:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,847
Posted By BrianCO
I didn't do a full body ... I felt that was...

I didn't do a full body ... I felt that was overkill at the time. I paid $1,900 for XPEL Ultimate Plus film installed on the full hood, full fenders, front bumper, headlights, door handles, and...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-18-2020, 05:45 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,588
Posted By BrianCO
I'm pretty much where Jon in AZ is. Range and...

I'm pretty much where Jon in AZ is. Range and efficiency is important, not really the cost of the fuel, while being reasonable in the costs invested to get me to that range and efficiency. Fuel...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-11-2020, 12:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,863
Posted By BrianCO
Very nice! Congrats on your purchase!!!

Very nice! Congrats on your purchase!!!
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-07-2020, 01:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,863
Posted By BrianCO
Don't forget about the Midwest Automotive Passage...

Don't forget about the Midwest Automotive Passage ... the EXT version has 4 captains chairs. We have the 170 Std model and absolutely love it.
...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-15-2020, 09:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,100
Posted By BrianCO
While the Act is a great move forward I think it...

While the Act is a great move forward I think it leaves really large gaps in funding, specifically, I don't believe either major component of the Act will address personnel for Rangers, Park...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-15-2020, 07:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,100
Posted By BrianCO
I'm sure some people are just ignorant of the...

I'm sure some people are just ignorant of the proper methods and customs to camping and such. I'm also sure that some people are just nasty, don't care, and feel entitled to do whatever they please...
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