Jaydrvr

That's the only way I can see to do it and I'm not real crazy about that method. "Load bearing" is kinda hard to get around. Jay

Following... I see no way to do an HDT legally in FL. I get around their restrictions by staying commercial, plated in Ohio and leased to a company in PA. I don't yet have a plan for the day when I can no longer work. Maybe "move" to TX?? Pragmatically, we're likely to sell to move to a MH. Jay

I would suggest getting a single extra inexpensive battery for now to get by. That will give you time to plan your best long term setup. You never really have enough capacity, particularly if space is at a premium. The best long term solution for most is likely lithium, but that's a significant upfront investment. Jay

Get a newer phone and you're all set. I have a Samsung Note 9 with wireless charging. We have multiple Anker angled charging pads around, so we just park our phones on one of those and they charge wirelessly. The charge port rarely gets used. 5g is totally not ready for prime time. With ranges as short as a few yards, the numbers of transceivers needed are astronomical. Probably not happening next week. Jay

Neither of those scenarios has ever happened to me... yet... But it's only been thirty or so years. Maybe next year. I seriously doubt that one night of idling killed an alternator. Otherwise, there would be a LOT of trucks needing alternators. Jay

I think that's the normal setting. I think the fleet that owned my truck set them all to come on at idle. Jay

On my '99 Volvo the fan is controlled by the ecm, based on input from multiple sensors. In fact, my ecm is set for the fan to always be on at idle if the a/c is on, which for me is always. Jay

My impression from the clip I saw was that she was part of a larger study, but who knows. These "news" clips are always heavily edited to present someone's desired perspective in a small amount of air time, so it's difficult to get a compete picture. Jay

"The flu is not a coronavirus and, therefore, there is little one can extrapolate from our experience with it."

I think it's pretty obvious that a year will pass before we see anything resembling normal again. Even if we have better therapies and/or a vaccine, it'll take months for people to acclimate to the new normal. Jay

Not to rag on Harbor Freight, but the point I didn't make well was that not only have the HF stands been recalled, but the replacements have been as well. Not a solid recommendation. Jay

There are hitches like that, for tankers, etc., but remember they're rated for 80,000 and would still be pretty brutal on a light duty camper. Jay

It would help, but doesn't address the problem of the non-articulating hitch, which is a significant issue. Jay

I pull a step deck and have no problems doing that. You get enough clearance after you remove the head, but you DO need to be careful. Based on the dry vans I've seen, I suspect my trailer has more clearance than yours. Single vs. twin screw shouldn't be an issue in any way that I can think of. PM sent. Jay

The ET Hitch is great and that's what I would rather have installed. Unfortunately, it doesn't have an easily removable head system, which I need so I can continue to work while using my commercial hitch. Jay

http://rvhlifestyles.com/ https://comfortridehitch.com/our-products/model-308/ https://ethitch.com/et-products/jackalopee/ This how RVH mounted my hitch. The Comfortride 308 is used in this application because it is the only hitch suitable that has an easily removable head. I take the head off and leave it in my camper. I have Henry's Jackalopee mounted in a stand-alone box to handle the wiring. It's a durable and inexpensive solution. Jay

Just probably not from Harbor Freight... Jay

That's a really good question and something I've never before encountered. One thing I know for sure, the State WILL get their $$$$, so I have to assume it's calculated into the net price TSD is charging their cardholders, using their own fleet numbers. Jay

The commercial price for diesel at the pump does not include the state fuel tax. That is paid by the trucking operation directly to Oregon. If you're not commercial, then they'll charge you the retail price, including taxes. Jay

Based exclusively on the maximum axle ratings nationally, a two axle truck is limited to 32,000# on those two axles. A three axle truck is limited to 46,000# on those three axles. You only get to higher totals such as 80,000# on a combination vehicle. If you add a two axle trailer to a two axle tractor, you get to 66,000#. If you add a two axle trailer to a three axle tractor, you get to 80,000#. My truck is an old Watkins/FedEx two axle truck and was set up to tow doubles up to the 80,000# max. Jay https://www.fullbay.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/202002_Infographic_TruckClassifications_v3.png

Clearly, there are some around who never have had to just "make do" with what they already have. Of course, to avoid a couple drops of diesel fuel on your expensive duds, a large truckload of cash will buy you a larger fill tube on your fuel tank, attached to a brand new truck. Problem solved! Jay

Dustin was, in fact, my motivation for posting the link. His kind of exceptional service is a breath of fresh air. Jay

Might be a useful addition to the HHRV resource guide?

http://www.truckpartstores.com/ I recently rediscovered this website, from a dealer physically located in Steubenville, OH. I had completely and unfortunately forgotten about this place, as I've done quite a few upgrades in the last year. Oh well, I got it right this time... They are really nice people and they have genuine Volvo parts at a significant discount, with very inexpensive shipping rates. Their website is pretty basic and probably hasn't changed in years, but I'm okay with that. The quality of the parts and the personal service are all I need. Certainly beats arguing with my local dealer for a few extra percentage points off, plus I don't have to drive an hour away for parts. Jay

Driving a truck with a manual transmission is not directly comparable to driving a car with a manual transmission. In a car, you generally put it in top gear and just drive until you get to mountains. On a class 8 truck, there's significantly more shifting just to adapt to changing traffic conditions. I personally prefer a manual transmission in my truck, mostly because to avoid the added expense and complexity of the automated transmissions. Plus, my truck is really easy to drive and shift. Don't mind doing it at all. Jay