rpsinc
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Cory, dont let your panties get into a bunch with the opinion of 1 shop. Do your due diligence as you have been and continue on your same path. From reading many of your posts, you plan well and ask good questions. Dont let that behavior sidetrack you with 1-ONE opinion. Remember, opinions are like ________, everyone has one.
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And to add to this mix, new products are formulated differently from what we used when
19 hours ago, rickeieio said:A long time ago, I was told, by someone I trusted, that I shouldn't
Its an Old Guy thing for sure. The most important thing about all of this is that our good training has taught us that we use anti-seize. No dry fitment!
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I believe they do. Another option if high current is a concern, is to use a timer as is used for lighting or sprinkler systems, that have a rotary clock and are rated for higher capacity.
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OP-perhaps you have discovered why the batteries where on SALE!
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Or use a plug in timer so that it will start the heater at say, 3 in the morning. Less energy consumption and still no fuss for the need.
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On 10/19/2019 at 6:50 PM, Av8r3400 said:
I got it back together and it is working properly now.
Just goes to show you, if a man had the idea, designed it, fabricated the parts, assembled the parts to build a "shifter" then a smart man can figure out how to fix it. Hope you put a bit of lube in there while you were at it!
Good job.
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Way past my comfort level! You go girl.
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I have decided that I am going to spray my front cap with bedliner material. I found a company that makes a product in white. And no waxing and re:Bugg Banner-no sandpaper effect.
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Which model? I had a Select Suites and really like the floorplan with the island kitchen that nested into the kitchen counter. Found that it was the most counter space we had found. What we didnt like was the Level Up. Aluminum jacks and mounted at a slight angle, too prone to problems for my liking. Sold it and bought a Teton.
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You may also consider using commercial EPDM liquid roof products(if you have access to them) to do some repairs or can also do a complete reroof after making the necessary repair. I have done a number of RV roofs, and for what you are looking to do, Eternabond is not in my opinion a lasting option plus most EPDM products dont like the cover tape, no adhesion to it from EPDM. You might also try using shower liner material, some home centers carry it and sell it by the foot (or polyester mesh embedded in the liquid EPDM). After the repair of the wood, use the recommended adhesive and then use an EPDM liquid coating, perhaps Liquid Roof, and build up many coats for a long lasting roof, esp. since you are fulltiming in it. Liquid Roof is a bit thin so many coats will be best, but if you have access to liquid EPDM commercial roofing(NOT ACRYLIC STUFF LIKE HD CARRIES, that stuff will peel off in travel) will be a better option. Your sublayer must be as clean and dry as possible. This stuff works well but does not stick to dirt or grime.
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Sorry we will miss you all. Have a great time, we certainly did last year and it will be a lasting memory.
Marcel & Roxanne Racine
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4 minutes ago, Steve Rude said:
Hello, I decided to NOT spend 80,000 on a new Ram and but a HDT. We pull a 2019 Grand Design 397TH with a Polaris RZR in the back, probably 19,000 pounds. My 06 ram pulls it but I have to be careful where I take it, big hills heat it up. Braking sucks. Im in the research stage for a HDT that I can put a smart car on. Early in my endeavor I'm swaying toward a Volvo but I really don't know yet. So, im here to learn.
thanks
Can also consider an MDT. I have been to HDT rallys, have a robust CC Dually with lots of power and can pull any trailer I own(Newmar Kountry Aire at 20K#+) but after considering the HDT and how that would fit into my circumstances, I was able to find a gently used IH 4700LP from an SKP near me. It has fit our needs very well and we can use it for running around when the coach is parked. It is shorter than my CC but also has a 4 doors and this one has an 8.7L with an Allison. We like it just dont use it enough, which is 1 of the criterias we had. A Class 8 tractor sitting in the yard wasnt conducive to what we wanted.
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Not sure what the source of your issue is, but I have a Lippert system on my Teton and being it is out of any sort of warranty, I have been looking for the best local source to help with my weeping cylinders. I am greatful I dont have those pesky aluminum cylinders found on the DRVs(I owned a SS for a few years). I will be removing the landing gear cylinders from my coach and taking them to a somewhat local hydraulic shop for rebuilding. They also offer to do the removal/reinstall in their yard. Not sure where you are in Cali, but it might be a shorter drive than IN. And the weather will likely be better. PM me is interested.
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Might it correspond with the pressure relief valve?
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Also interested.
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OH, except for 1 thing. The casino had the cheapest gas around and I purposely planned my trip to take advantage of it.
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I just travelled past each side of that place and there is nothing interesting enough that I saw, that would have caused me to stop, let alone want to stay and RV there for any length of time. Just an FYI.
But I guess that would depend on what your interests are.
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I read many assumptions in this thread. #1- Size and capacity of batteries, #2- type of batteries(which will allow or not how much discharge they can handle), #3- what size and type of solar panels, #4- the other equipment relevant to the entire solar/charging system for the purpose stated by the OP, #5- RV manufacturers provide minimal equipment, rather providing pretty, shiny and many bells & whistles, rather than robust support systems.
Since I am learning about most of this, consider this to be an exercise in IF I have learned what is necessary to be able to properly design a system based on its intended purpose.
Any feedback?
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On 9/6/2019 at 8:57 AM, rpsinc said:
By your description, we seem to have the same system, as far as the physical jacks. Front jacks are big and rears are 2.5" or so.
Do you know of any documentation or system diagrams?
Any input?
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Just my perspective based on some of the same work I am doing in a similar path to you, NDBirdman. Enjoy the journey.
I have read many reviews and comments on people that have gone the RV route and did way too much and got burned out. Too busy trying to see and do more than what is reasonable. I am taking all that advise in as a basis for what we will do when we get to that point. Dont be in a hurry. Enjoy the journey. RV people are some of the nicest I have ever met and since they often dont have pressing appointments to get to, they are not stressed but do give you space.
I, for one, am looking forward to that change of pace/life.
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I am not too sure that using ANY tire on a Teton will have ANY effect on the manufacturer, since they are out of business. As a contractor, we often are faced with specs that call out a MINIMUM requirement but substitutes are allowed as long as they meet OR EXCEED the original design intent. I ALWAYS use tires that exceed the manufacturers intent mostly because my experience has taught me that OEM tires fail more often than the replacements I choose, which are of higher spec'd capacity. I prefer it that way.
1 hour ago, TXiceman said:According to the GY spec sheets, the tire is rated at 3750 # in a single wheel location. Two these on an axle will give you a load rating of 7500# at 110 psig air pressure.. This will easily support a 7000# rated axle.
Ken
Isnt the quoted info related to a dually set up as opposed to an axle with 2 tires, 1 on each side/end?? I have operated on the premise that a single wheel location was a 1 tire per hub, whereas a dual set up is more of a 2 tires per hub, as in a dually pick up or in my case my Newmar Kountry Aire with the dually tires on 2 axles, using 8 total tires on 2 axles.
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By your description, we seem to have the same system, as far as the physical jacks. Front jacks are big and rears are 2.5" or so.
Do you know of any documentation or system diagrams?
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23 hours ago, Ronbo said:
My understanding is that kippers uses the same valve on all their hydraulic jacks. Go to the page and you will find it.
Kippers? Not sure what that is. Go to what page.
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Most of this topic has talked about homeless due to circumstances. I am a contractor and have had many refuse to accept work that I had available because they were NOT disadvantaged, they chose to occupy their time by "panhandling" as it is far more lucrative. Some up to $300/day tax free and without much effort other than standing in a spot for some hours working on the generosity of others that work hard "at work".
I just returned from a job out of town which required me to stay in a motel. Of course, per diem is difficult to get and more difficult to cover expenses with. Then add to it that some person decided that the tools in my service truck were of greater value to him/her than to me. They stole over $3000 worth and it wasnt discovered till we arrived on the jobsite. 3 men without the necessary tools to produce the work that we were "being paid to do". Had to get that plastic out to buy the tools we needed to accomplish what we were under contract to, and then today figuring out how to pay for that plastic bill, when it comes. If the negative on the per diem isnt enough then add a $3K negative and this hurts, esp. when what you get paid is what is left over after the bills are paid. Ouch!
Some of the disadvantaged that I have had work for me, while trying my best to help out a fellow human, only to discover that they are more educated, more intelligent and more capable than I am. They skipped the line marked "Work Ethic".
I guess there is a reason why I can sleep well at night. I do quality work, am honest, dont take what isnt mine, show up on time and stay till the job is done and pay my taxes on time. I'm not perfect but I sure try my best.
Maybe I will start handing out job applications to those on the freeway offramps.