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Annual Texas Vehicle Inspection Question
durangodon replied to aztex's topic in General RV Information
How about half a dozen bonafide news sources? https://duckduckgo.com/?q=last+year+for+texas+vehicle+inspections&t=newext&atb=v320-1&ia=web -
Texas vehicle registration
durangodon replied to markandkim's topic in Sharing the Fulltime Lifestyle
Semantics. The Federal government EPA sets the air quality standards and then delegates the responsibility of enforcement to the States. Texas, for example, was threatened with fines and loss of fed money if they didn't comply. Before they could build out all the emissions testing stations, some counties were removed from the mandate because of new pollution data. -
Texas vehicle registration
durangodon replied to markandkim's topic in Sharing the Fulltime Lifestyle
The counties have no say in it. It's a federal mandate for certain areas depending on air quality. -
Anyone making money from a Youtube channel?
durangodon replied to Kirk W's topic in Working on the Road
If anyone is serious about trying to do YouTube, you should watch this short video. This guy is really good and makes a good living doing it. He pretty much spells it out what it takes to make it big time. I read somewhere that he makes $1.86 for every 1,000 views of one of his videos. Marques Brownlee Here's all his videos, in case you're interested. https://www.youtube.com/@mkbhd/videos -
To each his own. I get a total solar eclipse every day at my house when the earth comes between the sun and me. It gets dark for a while, then it gets light again. Been doing it for almost 75 years now, sure as clockwork. 😎
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It doesn't look good for Texas on Monday. Cloudy.
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2014 Keystone Cougar XLite 21RB
durangodon replied to Hughb99's topic in RVs, Tows, and Toads for Sale
Ray, According to my computer, that's where this thread is located. Not sure what you're seeing. -
Sedona to Arches to Mesa Verde to Albuquerque? That covers a lot of roads. I used to tow a 34' fifth wheel with a Geo Tracker behind it through all that country you're talking about with no problems. I towed with Chevy Duramax. While you're in the area, might as well go to Silverton, Durango, Wolf Creek Pass, etc. Your rig will breeze through those places.
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When I had a generator installed for my house, they offered to install a certain type of breaker which would automatically kill that circuit if power went out and I went to generator. I could have put one on the water heater or a/c, but did not because my whole house generator could handle everything. I don't remember what they called it, but I don't see why it would not work in your situation also. Maybe someone else knows what they are called.
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I've done the Natchez Trace many times, on motorcycle and towing a travel trailer. It is 50 mph maximum the entire length, with only one stop sign that I can remember, no red lights. It takes about the same amount of time as driving from Natchez to Nashville on Interstates, but is much more peaceful and relaxing. However, don't do the Trace if you like to drive like a bat out of Hell, it won't turn out well. Lot's of interesting things to see and experience, if you like such kinds of history.
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The only hybrid that can be towed 4 wheels down?
durangodon replied to stevekk's topic in General RV Information
So, you're saying to modify the EV's natural driving dynamics and disable regeneration unless the tow vehicle (motorhome) is braking. Well, in that case, on a 3 hour drive down the interstate the EV would be charging for about one minute. I don't see how that would be worth the effort. I don't know about hybrids, but Teslas are the most popular EV's in the country, by far. You can easily drive a Tesla and come to a complete stop without the hydraulic brakes being applied. That's how I drive mine. I do apply the brakes occasionally just so the rotors don't rust over, but they are certainly not applied automatically under 10 mph. -
The only hybrid that can be towed 4 wheels down?
durangodon replied to stevekk's topic in General RV Information
I drive an EV. When you quit accelerating, the motor turns into a generator using the momentum of the car and produces electricity which is used to charge the battery. The resistance of the generator in turn slows down the vehicle (as in braking). Towing an EV would have exactly the same effect. The brakes are not involved. In fact, I rarely apply the brakes on my car. -
The only hybrid that can be towed 4 wheels down?
durangodon replied to stevekk's topic in General RV Information
I think this would be the most expensive way to charge an EV battery, using regen to charge while towing it. It would probably cut your motorhome mpg's in half. -
6:30 am Lumberton TX Temperature 68F Power's out from Norther which passed through here a couple of hours ago. No problem, generator kicked in as designed. Stay cool, if you can.
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More stupid questions bygeorge
durangodon replied to homelesshartshorns's topic in General RV Information
In the morning when there is a heavy dew on the ground, you can usually see them on the roof. -
FL residence and driver's license without owning a vehicle?
durangodon replied to Jessfar's topic in Beginning RVing
OP stated that they don't own a vehicle. However, where do you live that vehicle ownership requires a driver's license? -
10 Things That Truly Intelligent People Have in Common
durangodon replied to RV_'s topic in Other Topics
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"Mac the Fire Guy" has passed away
durangodon replied to Dutch_12078's topic in General RV Information
NFPA Fire Extinguisher Placement Guide Placement Extinguishers need to be located along normal paths of travel. This is because extinguishers should be available to occupants when evacuating. You do not want occupants to move away from an exit and risk being trapped by the fire when trying to retrieve an extinguisher. -
Top RV or Rural Internet Providers
durangodon replied to Jason Jebber's topic in Internet Access on the Road
Just like Starlink. -
Is This Site Slowly Going By The Wayside?
durangodon replied to 2gypsies's topic in General RV Information
Yes, I'm totally capable of saying stupid things under all circumstances. 😎 -
I think you misread. It says that if you use Eternabond when it is below 40F, you must use Eternaprime and keep tape warm. I've installed the tape at much higher temps with no problem and no primer. Just clean the surface well with alcohol or some other approved cleaner. Here are the instructions. https://protechonline.net/media/contentmanager/content/Eternabond-Installation-Instructions.pdf
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I strongly suggest that you don't use that method with crazy ants. One of their favorite nesting places is in electrical equipment. Another is in the walls of your home.
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July 20, 2023 is when 129 went down.