Journey with Confidence RV GPS App RV Trip Planner RV LIFE Campground Reviews RV Maintenance Take a Speed Test Free 7 Day Trial ×
 
 

Go Back   Class B Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results
Click Here to Login

Page 1 of 3 1 23
Showing results 1 to 25 of 56
Search took 0.01 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: rogerstg
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-16-2022, 05:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,016
Posted By rogerstg
I planned on doing that until I found that the...

I planned on doing that until I found that the older dometic fridges (mine is 2353) do not use the thermostat on DC. It's all on, all the time. Things currently freeze on a long drive in 60F weather,...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-20-2022, 05:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,318
Posted By rogerstg
I bought these Moon Lence...

I bought these Moon Lence (https://www.amazon.com/Adjustable-Portable-Ultralight-Backpacking-Concerts/dp/B09WDH7428/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=Moon+Lence+Large+Folding+Chair&qid=1668968906&sr=8-6) chairs....
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-22-2022, 08:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,020
Posted By rogerstg
I omitted the weight for the reasons you cited....

I omitted the weight for the reasons you cited. It works fine without it, though every now and then I need to manually help the hose back into the faucet.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-06-2022, 05:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 568
Posted By rogerstg
Front crossmember is listed as a jacking point...

Front crossmember is listed as a jacking point for 2002 Dodge Ram Vans as are the lower control arms, though you'll need access to those for shock installation.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-29-2022, 01:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,289
Posted By rogerstg
Intrigued by the safety claims, I looked further...

Intrigued by the safety claims, I looked further into it. Basically, by stopping flow at the shower head, the hot supply becomes directly connected to the cold supply via the mix valve. It's possible...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-29-2022, 11:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,543
Posted By rogerstg
Life is full of weighing risks, so it's important...

Life is full of weighing risks, so it's important to understand the risk. The risk at a gas station is not so much that your fueling will cause a fire, it's that you will drive in after someone has...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 08-25-2022, 07:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,289
Posted By rogerstg
Trickling water helps maintain shower temp. It's...

Trickling water helps maintain shower temp. It's especially helpful if the supply lines go through a cold area of the camper.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-22-2022, 05:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,813
Posted By rogerstg
It appears the holes are melted with some...

It appears the holes are melted with some evidence of scorching. Perhaps you should reconsider using large AGMs under the hood where the temperatures regularly exceed the 115ish max charging temp....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-21-2022, 04:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,802
Posted By rogerstg
Try the easy things first. Pick a warm day if...

Try the easy things first.
Pick a warm day if possible.
Make sure spark plug is not loose and its wire is firmly seated.
Make sure that all appliances are off. (AC accidentally left on?)
Run the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-15-2021, 04:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,500
Posted By rogerstg
The issue of wind is contextually linked to post...

The issue of wind is contextually linked to post 6. Context matters, and nobody wrote that 30F is well below 0.:nonono:
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-15-2021, 03:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,500
Posted By rogerstg
That wasn't the point. The point is the...

That wasn't the point.

The point is the recorded and expected radiant heat of a camper when the ambient temperature is well below freezing. Air movement has a significant impact on that.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-12-2021, 06:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,500
Posted By rogerstg
FWIW, a bit of wind could significantly change...

FWIW, a bit of wind could significantly change all that.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-03-2021, 04:45 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,463
Posted By rogerstg
I suspect it's for peace of mind mostly and many...

I suspect it's for peace of mind mostly and many folks don't realize how much additional traction that 3+ extra tons provides over cars.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-10-2021, 06:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,475
Posted By rogerstg
The issue becomes that a color change is much...

The issue becomes that a color change is much more expensive due to prepping and painting door jambs, under hood, etc. They are all time consuming areas. I would keep the basements a diff color...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-05-2021, 04:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,255
Posted By rogerstg
I was thinking along the lines of some type of...

I was thinking along the lines of some type of flexible tubing that I could mount in the engine compartment so that the dipstick is always handy. I haven't looked yet, but maybe there's a route...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-05-2021, 01:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,142
Posted By rogerstg
I tried my own advice and the heater went...

I tried my own advice and the heater went on!:eek: I took the thermostat apart and found that I simply had not moved the off switch far enough over. It took more force than I anticipated (this RV is...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-05-2021, 12:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,750
Posted By rogerstg
This. You can get a lot of gear into a bathroom,...

This. You can get a lot of gear into a bathroom, except for maybe bicycles.

For the OP; I'd also consider a not-too-big Class C if it works for their lifestyle.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-05-2021, 12:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,255
Posted By rogerstg
Great idea and clever. Thanks. I usually wait a...

Great idea and clever. Thanks. I usually wait a few minutes after pulling the dipstick for the fluid to mostly drain from the tube. But that need to wait usually results in my putting off checking...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-02-2021, 12:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,142
Posted By rogerstg
Try turning it off, but move the temp selector up...

Try turning it off, but move the temp selector up to high to see if the heat kicks on. If it does, it's likely the thermostat.
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-25-2021, 02:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,136
Posted By rogerstg
There is obviously a general market and money to...

There is obviously a general market and money to be made by renting out an RV. Otherwise RV rental businesses and companies like Outdoorsy would not exist.

But, renting out an RV is a business, a...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-24-2021, 09:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,828
Posted By rogerstg
There are scenarios where it's perfectly...

There are scenarios where it's perfectly acceptable to let grey water run. Mainly on non public land. Sewer caps are available with a threaded hose end to facilitate this. It allows a length of hose...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-24-2021, 01:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,042
Posted By rogerstg
Agreed, and it's only $1 to $1.50 around here.

Agreed, and it's only $1 to $1.50 around here.
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 09-23-2021, 08:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 822
Posted By rogerstg
AC shroud removal

*** UPDATE ****
I found that it came off in one piece. 19 years of decaying leaves were interfering with its removal.
***

Trying to do some maintenance on my AC unit. Can someone tell me if the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-21-2021, 02:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,053
Posted By rogerstg
According to the 2003 brochure, cabinet doors are...

According to the 2003 brochure, cabinet doors are solid maple. The trick will be matching the finish to the old finish, though in a space like a camper, you'll only need to get close.
Forum: Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros 09-10-2021, 12:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,206
Posted By rogerstg
Welcome! My wife and I bought our B after...

Welcome!
My wife and I bought our B after backpacking, tent camping, bicycle touring (supported and unsupported) and being guests in others' various camp rigs. I chuckled when I read that your wife...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 56
Page 1 of 3 1 23

 
Forum Jump

All times are GMT. The time now is 01:45 AM.

Contact Us - Class B Forums - Archive - RVLife - Community Rules - Terms of Service - Privacy - Accessibility - Top

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.