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RE: Creating a Homebase
I really did think this was the end of the thread, spend the next few tears enjoying the pace with friends, etc... Dad had different idead though, so the next great phase started, several weeks ago. At least I was up there this weekend for the completion of the road bed to the upper section...
http://mysite.verizon.net/vze1nh79/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/CABoonDrive003.jpg
Yes, that is 9' of cut. All of the embankment to the left will be removed and used to create a level area. It looks like we'll need to move about 800 yards of material.
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DIYGuy
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09/06/11 08:38am |
Full-time RVing
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RE: Is this too Close???
Hard to say based on what we're looking at in the pictures.
I think it will move out of the way before making contact with the cab.
The measurement that you need to make is from the pin center to the outside edge of the rear and front wheels of the bike. Then measure from the pin to the back of the cab. The distance from the pin to the cab MUST exceed the distance from the pin to the outer most edge of the rear and front tires.
The 45 degree corner, encountered all the time backing in, is where it will be the tightest.
Please keep us posted.
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DIYGuy
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06/24/11 04:41pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: 1 Ton dually diesel not enough truck?
I've been pulling with a modified HDT for a few yers now. Set cruise control on 62, never worry about hills, up or down.
I get 12 bobtail, 10.2 with the trailer on the last run.
http://mysite.verizon.net/vze1nh79/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/TheRig.jpg
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DIYGuy
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06/20/11 06:32am |
Toy Haulers
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RE: Average Speed?
50 mph is a good average. It amazes me how hard it is to riase that to 55, and how one bad (wasted time, puttering) lunch stop or fuel stop drops it to 45.
I can figure the math, but it still surprises me in real life.
Get's back to the old trick question, If you average 30 mph for one mile, what speed do you have to do on the second mile to average 60 mph? Answer: It can't be done.
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DIYGuy
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06/20/11 06:08am |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: For full timers. How big of a tool box do you carry
On the toter, I carry a full contractor collection:
http://mysite.verizon.net/vze1nh79/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/DromBoxPackedWide.jpg
In the trailer there is a full bike shop:http://mysite.verizon.net/vze1nh79/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/BikeBayTandem.jpg
In the bays are a full set of hand tools for electrical and mechanical.
I can build a house or swap out an axle on the toter.
I carry as many tools as I can.
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DIYGuy
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06/09/11 08:09pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Need new wifi router. 802.11 G&N, either/or?
With the security parameters, and N router will do N or B/G.
Until you have all N devices, you'll be limited to B/G speed, which you won't notice until you move an entire MP3 collection over the network.
For the activities that a vast majority use their home networks for, there is no noticeable difference in the technologies.
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DIYGuy
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06/09/11 07:57pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: TT Issue or Dealer Service Issue? - Long
Did all of this work during the PDI? Unfortunately, we as consumers are the RV industry QC department. I have taken a lot of tours, seen a lot of manufacturing operations. I have yet to see an RV QC department that is staffed by a professional QC engineer. Usually, it's the same tech who put it together that checks the QC log. If such a log even exists. Given that they don't have QC, the entire concept of QA is just lost.
The MTBF on some of the elements of a typical TT are less than 24 hours. A cordless screwdriver is 19 hours.
The post mfg rework rate in the industry is darn near 100%. Does anybody have an RV that was delivered perfect, never had an issue in the first 90 days?
Unless there is something in writing, the industry standard is to take it back to the dealer unless it can't physically go back.
I'm waiting for the first foreign manufacturer to set up shop. Only then will the industry actually produce a product where "Made In USA" isn't a negative.
How many threads do we see every day/week where it's a litany of what's wrong, and major issues, like jack motors not lasting more than once or twice is to be expected. How many of use inspect our frames for cracks, not because we're AR, but because there are just too many failures.
Is it time to turn the industry upside down? Heck yeah.
Perhaps it's time for a free phone app to track issues like this with required information:
Submitter's ID
Selling Dealer ID
Repair Dealer ID
Purchase date
Purchase cost
Trailer VIN
Nature of Defect (SN, Model number of failed part)
Any Injuries?
Time to Resolve
Resolution
Then we build a searchable national defect database. Run a report on any prospective dealer, trailer, VIN prior to purchase (nominal fee).
Datamine for common trends - (i.e. Lippert Frame cracks, Infant tire failures, etc.) Make detailed reports available (no so nominal fee)
In the case of the OP, record the model number of the failed motor.
If there are 200 failures of this motor, then show the dealer the report and require that they be changed out as part of the PDI.
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DIYGuy
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06/03/11 06:23pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Creating a Homebase
And after 3+ years of work, the Water system was completed this weekend!
We have a 4 pad personal campground complete. It has been a long ride to get here. I'll still update the website from time to time, but this thread has probably run it's course. To all of you that sent PM's and messages, and words of encouragement through the website, Thank You.
http://mysite.verizon.net/vze1nh79/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/CA201105WaterHere.jpg
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DIYGuy
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05/23/11 12:00pm |
Full-time RVing
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RE: Scary situation this weekend...
Is there any chance that the OP fired up the HW heater on electric empty?
The electrical element in there would have been on for a long long time. Lots of current draw, nothing to cool the element down.
I would not use the unit until I identify and correct the issue. Something melting is an overcurrent sutuation that was not protected by a breaker.
I'd starting with turning everything off, plugging it in and looking at amperage draw. Better be 0 to begin with.
Turn on one breaker at a time, look at current draw and make sure it's what you'd expect for the circuit. Turn it off, and check the next one.
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DIYGuy
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05/23/11 07:59am |
Tech Issues
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RE: What should we do about our new camper???
So back to my earlier question on PDI. How long did you spend on the PDI? For an expensive trailer like this, I'd expect to spend 4 hours, and not complete the purchase if there are major items wrong.
Part of any complete PDI is puling all rooms out, and back in, making sure there are no seal gaps. Just one of many steps.
In your list, the following are all PDI items:
Camper items to be fixed:
1.2nd step to bathroom – makes a popping noise
2.Couch drawer needs some heavy duty Velcro
3.Reading light above master bed – went out after being on 15 sec.
4.Outside compartment door by main door- need to push on it to get it opened and right side seems to stick out
5.Bedroom door does not latch – they did crappy job of clearing out wood
7.Wood plug to cover screw on inside handle of main door
8.2 spots in the linoleum lifting 1 in corner by stove and 1 in front of couch on right side
9.Major water leak on slide – under the couch was soaked so carpet and wood may need to be replaced.10.2nd locking part on ladder to roof – buttons won’t pop out to lock in place
11.Bad caulking under 5th wheel part where it curves
12.Big gaps on bedroom slide at bottom where water can get in
13.Rear lights on skirting on passenger side – one is loose and other is cracked
14.Caulking on skirting under exterior fridge compartment has wood shavings dried in it.
16.Interior trim pieces on big slide are damaged
17.Hook on main entrance door not installed in right spot. If latched there the wind will pull it right out of the camper. Just install one like it in correct spot so it does not leave holes in camper
18.Big, deep scratch in fiberglass to the right of the awning rail closest to the 5th wheel hitch
19.Needs major detailing – they did a horrible job of caulking around compartment doors, entrance doors, windows. Even in spots where there is no caulking needed there is grimy stuff that does not come off with soap and water. Quite noticeable on a nice sunny day. It’s like they had caulking on their fingers and smeared it everywhere.
20.Order new bench seat due to bad stitching on one of them in the garage area
None of that seems to have surfaced in the last 12 weeks, but was there from day one.
The PDI is done so that you don't find yourself in the exact position you are now. Owning an RV with a laundry list of what are now warranty repairs instead of Pre-Delivery Corrections.
Once you leave the lot, you lose all of your leverage in getting repairs done.
Just my 0.02 worth.
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DIYGuy
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05/18/11 08:20pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: What should we do about our new camper???
How much did you find on the PDI?
A good portion of it is minor/cosmetic and easily fixed. After 12 weeks, I'd fix that myself.
If you moved the couch, you own the circle in the floor.
Slide alignment and leaks need to go to the dealer ASAP.
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DIYGuy
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05/18/11 04:14pm |
General RVing Issues
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