Jaydrvr

Yet again, not entirely accurate. PPO plans are generally accepted nationwide. HMO plans are likely to be geographically restricted. Jay

Again, the notion persists that Medicare Advantage plans are limited to local usage only. That's just not accurate. As with most health plans, if you select an HMO, that's generally limited geographically to your local area, except for emergencies. If you select a PPO, as we have, you can have broad coverage nationwide. We've had complete success with doctors and hospitals in multiple states on multiple occasions. Easy peasy. Jay

I would think it's not uncommon for rack manufacturers to discourage use on RVs, possibly to limit their liability. That doesn't mean they won't work on a camper, but it's important to make sure your trailer's frame is strong enough. Also, it's often a good idea to run a strap from the top of the rack to the trailer to reduce bounce and sway. A camera mounted to keep an eye on the rack will provide additional peace of mind. Jay

Cars and trucks are wildly overpriced given the current market conditions and scarcity of almost everything. I know new cars are about 7 million units behind, mostly due to chip shortages. Used cars follow the lack of new cars available to buy, pushing used car pricing sky high. I'm assuming truck shortages are somehow related. Jay

There's this, too. Jay https://www.facebook.com/groups/368741390204588/permalink/1209735652771820/

There's this.... Jay https://www.facebook.com/groups/HDTRVs/permalink/4925116907516054/?ref=facebook_story_share

Like this? https://letstruck.com/collections/trucking/products/scangaugekr-splitter This is the one I found and am using so I can have a ScanGauge connected also. Jay

Thank you for going to the effort of finding out the real scoop on this. Nice to know, but unfortunately I'm not really sure I'll remember it a year from now!! Getting old may have its perks, but memory DEFINITELY isn't one of them! Jay

Okay, good luck with your process. It's certainly likely that you, or anyone for that matter, knows more about this than I do. I've had my system for a long enough time that I can no longer recall my research at the time. I do think there's a factor of diminishing returns re spending a lot of time on something rather than just going for it, but I most certainly understand the value of always getting the most bang for every buck. I have to say, the folks at Tuson were very helpful and available for assistance after the sale. Jay

I'm fairly certain that there is circuitry in the module specific to the truck model ecm. That's what allows the DirectLink to work with multiple systems. It's not as simple as wiring and connectors. Plus, it's not a six to nine pin adapter, it's either six OR nine pins on the output of the adapter module. As I recall, the connection to the DirectLink module is an old legacy connector, such as for a printer or display. Just adapting that connection to your truck's data port is not gonna work, and could have unfortunate consequences. Good luck, Jay P.S. There may be a workaround to the listed adapters, but considering the prices of the attached componentry, I was unwilling to fool around with it much.

Okay, my bad. The adapter to connect to your port is NECESSARY.. The nine to six pin is just a dongle. You order the pin layout you need, with the essential adapter. The adapter allows the DirectLink to communicate with your truck's ECM. You kinda have to get it from Tuson. Good luck, Jay P.S. I had to go look it up to refresh my memory.

No. No actual reason to buy an expensive adapter. It's expensive because you're a captive customer. You can buy it from a more reasonable source and it'll be just fine. Jay

It works flawlessly on my '99 Volvo. Very happy with it. Of course, don't know about '98, but I would certainly think so. Jay

That's exactly what I tried on my Gen 1, but I'm wondering if I didn't hold it down long enough. Jay

The point is not remotely about driving 400 miles to visit a physician in any weather, it's the more fundamental question about freedom of movement as needed or desired. That's the all American way of life that most don't want limited, by either technology or politics. Jay

I just went through the menu on my 1999 Volvo VNL to compare. I can pull up inactive codes, but no combination of buttons give me the option to delete. I would've thought that the left button on that stalk would've pulled up a delete option, but it doesn't. I think you'll have to have a service computer hooked up to actually delete them. I do have a ScanGauge KR connected. There may be a way to clear codes with that. I just ignore mine, but as OCD as I am, I certainly understand the need to eliminate them. Good luck. Jay

Doesn't your scan gauge give you codes, or is that only on the KR version? If it's derating, it must be throwing a code for the problem. Seems to be the first place to check. Jay

The original Carriages were superior products and well built. That means they'll be beefier, as in real steel in the frames, etc., as you already know. Jay

I agree with your philosophy, but the OP did specifically say the Honda was "completely out of question due to cost". I took him at his word. Plus, it's only intended for occasional use. Jay

To be a little facetious, but actually accurate - quality. Our Newmar has a substantial I-beam frame, hardwood cabinets, heavy duty running gear, etc. etc., making for 20,000# for only 37'. Jay

I would avoid Amazon and go to Harbor Freight. https://www.harborfreight.com/3500-watt-super-quiet-inverter-generator-56720.html These are nice and reasonably quiet units and you can purchase an extended service plan, if that helps. We had one and liked it. Easy to use, not quite as quiet as a Honda, but definitely not as noisy as a cheap set. Plus, their stores are everywhere for service. You're going to need a heavy duty extension cord, at least 12 ga, or better yet, 10ga, also available at Harbor Freight. Jay P.S. We just ran the 50 amp RV cable through adapters, using the 30 amp adapter that came with the genset. It ran a single a.c. fine, with power to spare.

The phone number is assigned to the sim card, in my experience. Jay

We tow with a 1999 Volvo, with almost two million miles on it. Yes, maintenance is key. Rust is likely to be a problem only with older vehicles from the north. It's pretty easy to see and avoid. Jay

This says it better than I ever could. In thirty years of driving all 48 states, I can't recall seeing any crashes involving an HDT pulling a recreational trailer. Every crash I've seen that comes to mind was a pickup towing a substantial sized trailer/ fiver and I'd have to think they LOOKED to be within the likely tow rating. But nonetheless, there they were, in the median, ditch, or scattered all over the road. The reality is that, for me personally, a pickup truck doesn't give me and the other drivers around me the safety margin I need, when you're getting into the larger, say 15,000# units and up. I understand there are many who don't mind pushing the risk edge, but that's not my way of doing things. Jay

That's pretty much my approach to most tools. A beefy tool used lightly will have loads of safety margin available and with such a light duty cycle, will last a very long time. Using that philosophy with my HDT, it's still going great at almost 2 million miles. Jay