skp51443 Posted January 4, 2017 Report Share Posted January 4, 2017 Trudy and I had a good run but it is time to move on. We came off the road from full-timing about 10 years ago to help raise a grandkid and settled down in Phoenix to do that. We'd always hoped to get back to RV living when he started school but a second grandkid came along and we got another couple years of delay. While that was going on our health deteriorated to the point that we can't really even consider weekend RVing. We aren't going to die any time soon but we both have issues that really limits what we can do. I'll be keeping this forum account but stepping down as a weekend moderator since I won't be visiting as often. First rule of computer consulting: Sell a customer a Linux computer and you'll eat for a day. Sell a customer a Windows computer and you'll eat for a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted January 4, 2017 Report Share Posted January 4, 2017 We will miss you so don't be away too long at a time! We still need to hookup for a cold one at some point. Smooth roads and good weather! Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avan Posted January 4, 2017 Report Share Posted January 4, 2017 Sorry Stan. But I do want to thank you for all your help steering us to look at MDTs back in '99 and then giving us the heads up on the Wiers Towmaster that we eventually purchased from, if I remember right, an RVing Chaplain? I came off the road in 2011 when my wife passed and finally, last year, got back into RVing for the summers in a Class C - so called B+. Anyway, sorry to hear of your health issues, wish you the best and THANX ThenThe puller - Wiers Towmaster (Int'l 4700LP)and pusher - 40' Travel Supreme Now 30' Winnebago Aspect TSSigns of my new life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnowGypsy Posted January 4, 2017 Report Share Posted January 4, 2017 Stanley: Wishing you the best. To me, you are sort of a forum "icon" as through the many years since we learned about the Escapees, we have been in and out and, there was Stanley. Will be looking forward to updates along the way on how you and yours are doing. Cathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandsys Posted January 4, 2017 Report Share Posted January 4, 2017 I'll miss you and your excellent advice, Stan. I thought I'd come here less when we got off the road but every day here I still am. I can no longer give current advice but some things are timeless. Linda Sand Blog: http://sandcastle.sandsys.org/ Former Rigs: Liesure Travel van, Winnebago View 24H, Winnebago Journey 34Y, Sportsmobile Sprinter conversion van Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Gell Posted January 4, 2017 Report Share Posted January 4, 2017 Stan, thank you very much for all you have done to help novices like myself over the years. Your well articulated posts have provided me with a lot of very sound advice. I am sorry your health issues may keep you off the road. Selfishly, I also hope you continue to provide your wise council on this forum for many years to come. Jim 2001 Volvo 770, Detroit 60 Series, Gen 2 Autoshift Passenger assist elevator to enter cab - for when we need it, or sell it? '05 Travel Supreme Select 40 RLQSO 5th wheel 2016 smart car We started full timing on December 1st 2014 Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness - Mark Twain Not all that wander are lost - J. R. R. Tolkien Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch_12078 Posted January 4, 2017 Report Share Posted January 4, 2017 Stan, you're advice in the time I've been here has been priceless, and I'm sure your help in keeping the spammers at bay behind the scenes equally so. Please don't drop out completely since as Linda said, "some things are timeless" and your input would be very much appreciated! Both of you take care, and enjoy those grandkids... Dutch 2001 GBM Landau 34' Class A F-53 Chassis, Triton V10, TST TPMS 2011 Toyota RAV4 4WD/Remco pump ReadyBrute Elite tow bar/brake system Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Five Wood Posted January 4, 2017 Report Share Posted January 4, 2017 Stanley You have contributed a great deal to this forum. Just because you are no longer able to RV does not make your advice or your thoughts any less valid. I hope you will continue to comment as much as you can. And just who is going to try to keep the Phoenix VA honest if not you? Jim JimSKP: 99693If you think you can, or you think you can't. . . you are probably right (Henry Ford)2014 Dodge 4WD Dually1998 Carriage LS-341 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skp51443 Posted January 4, 2017 Author Report Share Posted January 4, 2017 Thanks for all the kind thoughts, folks here and the club gave us far more than we got from them and it will always be appreciated. First rule of computer consulting: Sell a customer a Linux computer and you'll eat for a day. Sell a customer a Windows computer and you'll eat for a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronmon Posted January 4, 2017 Report Share Posted January 4, 2017 Thank you for all the advice you've given us over the years. Best of luck in your new life! We had to give up the rv lifestyle in 20/3 due to a significant health issue and we still miss it. This forum helps keep me connected! Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NH2 Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 Stan, your insight and advice have been invaluable. We often refer to our hauler as "the truck that Stan built" because, really, you had input on just about every aspect of its configuration. Your guidance helped this former newbie feel comfortable building a truck from the ground up. I wish you the best.Mark Mark & Sue---SKP#86611 '06 International 4400LoPro DT570 310hp 950ft-lbs.-Allison--3.70 gears '05 36' Teton Liberty '12 BMW F650 twin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTexRex Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 Thanks, Stan, for all your inputs to this forum. I could always count on your sage advice. Rex & Karen Libre y pobre en La Casa Rodante Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HamRad Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 Trudy and I had a good run but it is time to move on. We came off the road from full-timing about 10 years ago to help raise a grandkid and settled down in Phoenix to do that. We'd always hoped to get back to RV living when he started school but a second grandkid came along and we got another couple years of delay. While that was going on our health deteriorated to the point that we can't really even consider weekend RVing. We aren't going to die any time soon but we both have issues that really limits what we can do. I'll be keeping this forum account but stepping down as a weekend moderator since I won't be visiting as often. Stanley, I'm so sorry to hear this. I'm sorry we have never met. I have thoroughly enjoyed and learned a great deal from your thoughtful postings. I'm especially distressed to learn of your health issues and hope you are able to recover soon. Best to you both. Dennis Trailer: Montana 5th wheel, model 3582Rl, model year 2012 Truck: Ford 450 PSD Super Duty, 2002 Crew Cab, Long bed, 4:88 rear end, last of the 7.3 engines, Automatic Transmission. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadeItToFT Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 A HUGE THANKS for your commitment, dedication and caring patient nature over the years here Stan in this initially to us alien world known as RVing. Looking forward to still seeing your insights and comments in many threads to come Best wishes to you and Trudy. FTW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Death Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 Thank you sir for the help you have given not just to me but others as well. It has been much appreciated. Sorry to hear that you had to leave the Rv lifestyle and that you will be on the forum less then usual. Your advice will be sorely missed. Best wishes to you and yours See you on the road! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 Stanely, Thank you so much for the insight, pm's, and guidance during your tenure here. The information you shared has been invaluable to many of us that were just stepping into the traveling lifestyle. Safe travels wherever you may go. Jim's Adventures Old Spacecraft.... Who knows whats next Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveh Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 Thank you so very much Stan for all you have done for this forum. Dave and Lana Hasper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris-n-Dennis Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 Oh no! That means I have to go back to testing my batteries with my tongue Stan, I have always respected and heeded your advice even when in my stupidity I disagreed. Berkshire XL 40QL Camphosting and touring Our blog: cndtravels.blogspot.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Joyce Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 Tough to hear about health issues keeping you off the road. We have worried about that ourselves. We are wintering in Mesa, so if you want to have coffee, a beer or whatever, just drop me a note. 2004 40' Newmar Dutch Star DP towing an AWD 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid, Fulltimer July 2003 to October 2018, Parttimer now. Travels through much of 2013 - http://www.sacnoth.com - Bill, Diane and Evita (the cat) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJones Posted January 5, 2017 Report Share Posted January 5, 2017 Stan, I want to thank you for your help when we became full-time 10 years ago. Your help with Medium Duty Trucks saved me and others thousand$. Jones the Beagle 2001 Int'l 4700LP 2005 Travel Supreme 40RLTS 2006 Honda CRV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skp51443 Posted January 6, 2017 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2017 I'm glad I was able to help others, I was given a lot of assistance that got me started and saved me from many expensive errors and was trying to pass it on. First rule of computer consulting: Sell a customer a Linux computer and you'll eat for a day. Sell a customer a Windows computer and you'll eat for a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dewilso Posted January 6, 2017 Report Share Posted January 6, 2017 Stan, sorry to hear that your health issues ar forcing your hand. Jan and I aren't far behind you. If we are lucky we'll make Alaska next year again, then it will be just use the MH to visit the kids and move to CARE. Good luck, and PLEASE continue on here as much as possible. Dave W. KE5GOH Stuck in the 70's --- In E. Texas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigjim Posted January 6, 2017 Report Share Posted January 6, 2017 I would like to say something inspiring in the way of appreciation but its kind tough to think of you not being here often. And often saving us from outselves many many times. Well just take care of yourselves witn my best wishes and thoughts. If I ever get the chance I would like to meet you in person. When I visualize you it is of course the picture on the forum and then one you posted of you when you were in VN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RV_ Posted January 6, 2017 Report Share Posted January 6, 2017 Stan, Sorry to hear you've health issues. You'll be missed. RV/Derekhttp://www.rvroadie.com Email on the bottom of my website page.Retired AF 1971-1998 When you see a worthy man, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy man, look inside yourself. - Confucius “Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities.” ... Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJW Posted January 6, 2017 Report Share Posted January 6, 2017 Stay Safe Master Sergeant Dennis USA Master Sergeant Ret. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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