maggie blair

Thank you very much. 

Does anyone have a great app for showing the bandwidth on my phone? I went to the App Store but there are so many and I was hoping that someone could recommend one. I want to check the bandwidth on my phone before I order a Wi-Fi booster to make sure I get one that is compatible. I am totally clueless about these things but want to increase my internet. I have Verizon phone service and IPhone 6plus. 
I would appreciate any help anyone could give. 
Thank you in advance. 
Maggie

Wow! Thanks for the info. A fella down the way has one and I can’t get Internet. Now I know why! Thanks again. I contacted Amazon to let them know too. They need to pull this product! 

I am researching WiFi boosters and wondering if anyone uses the Anycall A? I have Verizon service. 
This one looks easy to install. 
Thanks in advance for any suggestions or information you can share.

Maggie

22 minutes ago, Dutch_12078 said:

The Winegard Playmaker is ok, but the Winegard Pathway X2 is a better choice for Dish service. Dish uses two sets of three satellites, one set referred to as the "western arc" and the other the "eastern arc". Both sets are available pretty much nationwide, but having the choice of sets means having more aiming options on treed campsites. The local channels can also vary as to which sets carry them, or carry them in HD versus SD. The X2 is the only automatic "dome" dish that can receive the full sets for both arcs. All of the automatic "dome" style dishes require using either a Dish Wally or VIP211 series receiver for Dish reception.

Thank you SO much. This is exactly the type of info I was searching for!  😊👍🏼

10 minutes ago, Dutch_12078 said:

There are no "Dish TV's". All TV's require a satellite receiver supplied by satellite TV service carriers for reception along with a subscription with the supplying carrier.

The Playmaker is an automatic satellite antenna. It requires specific Dish receivers and a subscription to supply service to your TV.

Thank you Dutch! I was a bit confused and looking for Dish TV. 😊 

I’m wondering about the ease of setting up and if people are happy with this satellite dish. 
thanks again. 

8 hours ago, Zulu said:

Do you have DISH TV already?

I have a new smart tv but I’m not sure if it’s a Dish TV. The brand is Vizeo. 

I have zero experience with satellite tv, but I’m ready to learn. 
Has anyone purchased the Dish Playmaker?  If so could you let me know your experience and if this is easy to use? Also, are you happy with the setup?

Thanks in advance, Maggie

Thank you Linda. 

2 hours ago, Kirk W said:

Are you looking at a new or used RV?

Used. I can’t afford a new one.

Just now, 2gypsies said:

It appears you're looking at an Itasca Sunstar 27N model.  Here are the specs.  Also, looking at pictures on rvtrader it appears to have a very long overhang which, as is, would cause very poor handling.  You'd be wise to add heavy duty springs, chocks and sway bar for safety.

Itasca Sunstar 27N

Thank you. Good ideas. 

2 hours ago, sandsys said:

That looks like an excellent rig to me. The weights and capacities look livable. It's about halfway between the 24' and the 35' Winnebagos (Itasca is a Winnebago brand) we owned and both worked well. Our 35' one had three slides. I wouldn't hesitate to buy this rig if I was in the market for a gas Class A.

Linda Sand

Thank you Linda.

4 hours ago, Kirk W said:

I don't know of any class A with 3 slides that is less than 28' which Winnebago has. At least in looking at the manufacturer websites I didn't find any. You are wise to consider the weights and also look at the weight distribution. Our gas powered class A was driver side heavy and so I had to load all or our heaviest possessions to the passenger side for good handling. If the coach you are looking at does not have weight information you need to get it before you put any money down. It is good to take one through a truck scale to at least have accurate axle and total weights to compare to the gross weight(GVWR).

Thank you Kirk. The weight is a problem. The RV is a Itasca 27 Sunstar but it might be 28 ft. 
Thanks again

Thank you. The weight is a big issue. 

I currently have a class C motorhome, but I am looking at a class a 27 foot Class A gas RV with three slides. I’m worried about all of the extra weight on such a short motorhome. Has any one bought one of these motorhomes? If so how is traveling with the extra weight? 
Thanks in advance for any information you might share.

Thank you all for your help. Hopefully I can find the plug in tester in Casa Grande today. 

5 minutes ago, Kirk W said:

An auto parts store should have what you need. I just looked and O'Reilly  shows as having them and being in Casa Grande. There are probably others who would have them.  Once you get one to fit your light harness, the lights will show what is there and what isn't.

I’m headed into town. I’ll let you know what I find. Thanks for the info. 

on a different note...I’m at the Escapee park here in Casa Grande. Nice park. 

Thank you all for your help. Hopefully I can find the plug in tester in Casa Grande today. 

I’m not sure why my answers repeat in my response. 

3 minutes ago, Kirk W said:

Are we right that the car's lights do work when not connected to the RV?

 

Yes the lights work when not connected. I have to use my phone to type in so it takes me a little while. Thank you so much for helping me out.I have to use my phone to type in so it takes me a little while. Thank you so much for helping me out.

The lights did work prior to this trip. 

I will go into Casa

Grande today and buy one of those plug in testers.

UPDate

I had an RV mobile person come out to check the lights on the RV and the car. It turned out to be a blown fuse in the RV. $100 and a five dollar fuse fix the problem. I am up and running again. Thanks to everyone who gave me suggestions.

I have a 2010 Coachman Freelander with a Ford e450. The problem that I am having is that once I plug the power cord from the RV to the car then the lights on the car stopped working. I took the cord into an RV place today and they checked it and they said the cord was fine.  The RV place here in Casagrande could not get me and to look at the vehicles until late November. Does anyone have a suggestion on what would cause the lights in the toad not to come on once it’s plugged in to the RV? 

Thanks in advance for any suggestions. 

13 minutes ago, harley-dave said:

Watch the oncoming traffic carefully as people tend to pass when they shouldn't. We keep our headlights on the entire length since people are such idiots. Been many head-ons on that stretch of highway. A lot of it has been replaced now by 4 lane separated highway which helps.

Dave

Thank you Dave. I appreciate your information. 

9 hours ago, 57becky said:

We travel Hwy 93 several times a year towing our fifth wheel.  It is good road, and yes there are some long grades to negotiate, but just take your time.  Do not be intimidated by traffic following you, just pull off only when safe.  Even if you were going 80 MPH, there would still be people wanting to go faster.  Make sure you understand the signs when going around the traffic circles in Wickenburg, as they can be confusing if you are not familiar with which road you need to take, as hwy 93 ends and you will be on Hwy 60 east, even though you will think you are going south.

Thank you for the information on the traffic circles. Those are confusing. 

11 hours ago, Darryl&Rita said:

Mostly rolling hills, with a couple steep climbs. Long passing lanes on the hills. Traffic usually moves along pretty well. Lots of empty spaces, with lots of miles between services. Fuel up before heading out. Vegas is lots cheaper fuel than anywhere along the road.

Thanks so much. Good to know about passing lanes. I drive slow (55) and worry about traffic backing up behind me. 

 I’m going to be traveling from Las Vegas Nevada down to Casa Grande. I’m wondering if anybody could tell me what Highway 93 is like all the way to Wickenburg. Windy, hilly, traffic etc. I have a 27 foot class C and I tow a car behind it. Thanks in advance for any information you can give me. 

Maggie