fly2low
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Repair recommendations in Dayton, OH area?
fly2low replied to WileyOhio's topic in General RV Information
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Favorite long stay summer spots?
fly2low replied to GR "Scott" Cundiff's topic in General RV Information
lived in AR for 15 years. Grew to love the catfish. Still remember Cock On The Walk - a restaurant NDBirdman - I don't worry about tree tops, now it is the low branches -
Favorite long stay summer spots?
fly2low replied to GR "Scott" Cundiff's topic in General RV Information
This is like asking for your favorite fishing hole -
This is our first RV. When we started shopping, we thought about how we wanted to use the unit. We both like outdoor activities, and solitary/peaceful surroundings. This meant something that could handle forest service roads, and being able to stay for 7-10 days in the backcountry. Before we bought, we rented a 30' class C. Liked the layout, did not like the lack of power in the mountains, or being pushed around by semis on the freeway. After researching units, I was down to the Super C category, either Dynamax or Renegade. After I saw the prices of the new units, I started looking for used ones. Both have good bones, and I like working on mechanical units, so we went in expecting to do some work. I knew the length I wanted, < 35', and watched the selling sites for almost 18 months. Ended up with a 2007 Dynamax Dynaquest 340 XL. The unit has served us well. We are not full timers, but take 3-4 month trips twice a year. We have replaced most systems in the unit - only the furnace and generator are still original. But that is what I was planning on doing when I got the RV. We ended up with the unit outfitted as we wanted to use it. We had a fan clutch go out this past fall, but because Freightliner dealers are everywhere, not a big deal. That is the only issue we have had in 55,000 miles. It does handle backroads reasonably well, highway driving is easy, and power for the mountains is OK.
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Compressors comparable to Viair 400p
fly2low replied to MilesAndSmiles's topic in Technical Tips and Tricks
I have an ARB. Works great -
They want to cut the Senior park camping discounts
fly2low replied to agesilaus's topic in General RV Information
When was the last year that the NPS ran a profit? -
I found the information worth the cost when I last shopped 5 years ago
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That is the primary reason I had AM Solar do my install. It was during a time in my life where I was too busy with work to do the proper research to do it myself
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You will be bonding plastic to metal, so a panel adhesive might or might not work. You will want an adhesive that bonds dissimilar materials, can tolerate temperature swings, and will hold up to vibrations. There are hundreds of different epoxies. I personally would call 3M or one of their distributors to pick the right epoxy. And with all adhesives, surface prep is key to success.
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I would look at different epoxies. I found this store more helpful than Lowe's ot HD https://www.aih.com/storefrontCommerce/ the link is for the store in Fairbanks, though I believe there are others in the state AK will stress your vehicle like no other place
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I'm at about 80% in supplying reviews 100% on those places that have been particularly good or bad
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Converting a 5th wheeler to New Zealand specifications
fly2low replied to Chris Wanaka's topic in Technical Tips and Tricks
I've driven through much of New Zealand. Can't imagine driving with a typical US trailer there -
Thanks Carlos
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Carlos SecuritySpy looks very good, but I am bound to the Windows or Synology options. Any thoughts? Thanks for the Amcrest recommendation. Putting a system together, and had been looking at Axis cameras. I want good video quality, but their prices are a little hard to swallow for a home system
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I use campgrounds to fill my tank, then run off the pump. Keeps the tanks fresh
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Those are not toys
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Securing pvc decorative for ac lines
fly2low replied to GlennWest's topic in Technical Tips and Tricks
unless you are a belt and suspender type of guy, which I am. I would do both screw and dicor, and prob eternabond on top of it all -
ATC makes a great trailer, light weight, strong. But cheap they are not
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RV delivery for incapacitated driver
fly2low replied to Fhkw9DPJ8V1g's topic in General RV Information
More info would be good. I might be able to help out as well -
I've been to DC a number of times. I have not made it to the Memorial - can't do it
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When was the last time you changed this?
fly2low replied to docj's topic in Technical Tips and Tricks
there is a 1000 hour maintenance for the Onan, and it isn't cheap. -
I have a Dynamax Dynaquest. If buying now I would definitely go with a Renegade. Both Renegade and Dynaquest have good bones, so buying used may work for you. I got mine when it was 7 years old (it is a 2007 model). Paid less than 50% of the new price, and it has served me well. Yes the appliances were all dated, but I could afford to replace them at my choosing.
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I favor buying used vehicles. However, one of the things I look at is age vs miles. The vehicle you are considering does not have many miles for how old it is. This leads to all kinds of problems with brake seals, bearings, hoses and belts drying out. If you can get it for a better price than they are asking, and if you are handy, these could all be addressed/replaced for not much money. Definitely look at tire age as Kirk has mentioned
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2002 Winnebago Brave electrical problems
fly2low replied to StoneSoupTrekker's topic in Technical Tips and Tricks
http://rvservicereviews.com/Index.asp this may be helpful