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In addition, the new FAA regs require you to have a sUAS (small Unmanned Aircraft System) license/certificate of registration to operate a drone that weighs in excess of 8 oz ("stick of butter" reg). You can read about the regulations at the following FAA sites....pretty much the same as mptjelgin listed above. https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/ https://www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_fliers/ I was flying at a field in Florida 2 years ago and had a local FWS Conservation Officer stop and watch me. He ended up asking me if I was trying to spot deer or wildlife with it (not allowed); I told him no and he asked if I had my FAA sUAS registration with me and if my model was labelled with it. I said I did and it was; I landed and showed him the label and my certificate and he was happy. He stayed around for a bit talking to me about flying and then left. I have flown in many places around the country; many flying fields ask to see my AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) card and ask if I have an FAA sUAS number but that is the only time I have ever had a law enforcement officer stop and check me out.

X2 with NDBirdman for time to approve and his experience regarding interstate FFL transfer procedure. I live in IN and buying long guns in MI is no issue, but handguns worked the same way as with NDBirdman with me buying 15 miles away in MI. It was $35 cheaper in MI but I would have had to pay the IN dealer $25 for the transfer. I decided that was a PITA and went ahead and bought it in IN. Despite MI and IN having reciprocity regarding CCW, it does not extend to purchasing a handgun in another state. Regarding background check time, I just purchased a Ruger Precision in Plymouth, IN and it took almost 35 minutes to get the approval. The previous purchase at a different dealer a few months earlier only took a couple of minutes. They told me that it depends on the amount of traffic the federal site is experiencing.

When we got our rig and took it to Mor/Ryde for inspection of the bearings and IS after 4 years, they said the bearings should be good for 100k miles, but they should be inspected for end play every year. They said a lot depends on how heavily each spindle is loaded and how much torsional loading they receive due to sharp turns, backing, tire scrubbing, etc. Our 7k axles run less than 80% loaded or between 2500 lbs and 2800 lbs per wheel position (3500 lbs/wheel rated). In 2018 (after 10 yrs), we had one bearing getting close to the max end play and had them all replaced ($1200). If we could have economically converted to standard wheel bearings, we would have done that.

Didn't realize you were in Retama Village.....we spent the last year 6/2018 - 6/2019) next door in Bentsen Palm Village. We walked through Retama quite a few times and looked at the HDT's and rigs but never saw anyone outside to talk to. Too late now....maybe next time. We left Mission in June and are now in Ohio just starting the meandering trek to Alpine, TX for the winter.

Great questions and great backstory. Barb and others have provided excellent responses. Like you, albeit 9 years ago, we started out with zero RV experience, but were fortunate enough to have already discovered Escapees and this forum. With everyone’s help and advice, we attended a Boot Camp before ever buying our TV and fiver. Thank goodness we did or we would have been very unhappy with our first unit. That being said, we still managed to “forget” some things and had to learn them from the school of hard knocks. Thus, we now have inside and outside checklists for departure and arrival. When we hear newbie stories today, we can say: yep, been there; done that. Hang in there and enjoy the journey, it will get easier.

“Rarely on the same wavelength”? Wow!! We have shared many a fireside chat, a beer, or dinner with RV Park owners and have found most of them engaging and considerate.......and conservative.

Everything kb0zke said!!!! Start with the basics: Attend an RV Bootcamp or RV Dreams education rally Buy used Check out as many as you can If buying a trailer, make sure your tow vehicle can pull it safely. Make sure your rig has sufficient cargo carrying capacity (CCC) Make sure your tires are rated for the load and in good shape You don’t have to start off with everything. Start with the basics and grow from there. Each of us started pretty much the same and learned what we wanted/needed as we went along. Attending an RV Bootcamp or educational rally will broaden your knowledge base and help educate you tremendously while you are looking for a rig.

Another vote for Sleep Number.....although we got rid of the king and went to a queen. It is comfortable and very light weight.

6 years with a Weber Q200 here. A great grill. Bought a spare ignitor and burner 4 years ago, but still have not needed them.

HERO Maker: I have been here since last June; first at Casa de Palmas and now at Bentsen Palm Village. I spent two years shutting down and disassembling two ignition wire plants in Nogales, SON and relocated them to an SMP operation just off 97 on the south side of Reynosa in the Parque Industrial Stiva Alcala. I was supposed to be finished the end of last May, but the Reynosa operation had issues and needed help resolving maintenance, repair, and operational issues. And so after heading north for cooler climes on June 1, we found ourselves once again turning south and heading back to the the border mid-June...albeit we were now about 1200 miles east of Nogales and in a much more humid environment. You are “In and out of Reynosa a lot”? Are you working there also?

Now in Bentsen Palm Village in Mission, TX. Will be working in Reynosa until June, 2019.

I worked 2 Peaks at Campbellsville and had a great time.....and will do it again. The work was not “easy”, but I did not find any of the jobs hard or tiring. Depending on what I did, I walked anywhere from 12,000 to 45,000 steps/day. The “stow” positions averaged in the 12-14,000 range; “pick” averaged 14-20,000; “water spider” ranged from 20-45,000; “gift wrap” was hard for me as it required standing and very little walking but some people loved it; “ICQG“ (inventory control) was easy (maybe 6000 steps/day) but boring for me, “receiving/unloading” trucks was fun but requires twisting/bending/stooping/carrying with some heavy boxes. The people were great and the work was .......work. My piece rate never measured up, but as a CamperForce, employee I was only required to attain 85% of what was required of full-time employees. I volunteered for any and all overtime and worked 60 hr weeks as often as possible, but 60 hours was never required. We stayed out at Green River RV Park across the street from the Green River State Park RC flying field and had a great time. The people I spoke with at Heartland, the Stables, and the State Park all seemed satisfied with their places. There were a few that decided they liked the idea of being across the street from the DC and walking to work that moved to Heartland but I think most people were content. I will not be a CamperForce worker this year as I have another commitment, but I would not hesitate to do it again.

We are now at the Indianapolis KOA. NeverEasy was here also but left this AM.

TwoBearBill: Sorry for the delay. Hall Volvo on 31 is making the repair. We used them once before and were happy with their service. I hope this experience goes as well!

Currently in Tyler, TX getting an oil leak in the Volvo repaired. We will be then continue our migration to the RV-Dreams Rally.

Thanks for the heads up, Barney. I just completed and submitted my application. Any advice regarding follow-up? Thanks, again. Mike

Barney: Glad to hear it!! Do you know if SCC will be needing any techs in the Virginia area? Thanks. Mike