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RE: 4.10 vs 3.73
I'm sure it will never happen but wouldn't it e nice if the manufaturers would offer a 2 speed rear like they ofer in big trucks? One gear for running unloaded and another for towing.
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curt12914
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07/30/11 06:07pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: What size generator
get ya a champion.....even camping world has em on sale for 299t
It will be marginal to run his water pump...
Whats important is THAT it runs the water pump, not how much spare is left over afterwards. :)
That's what I meant when I said it will be marginal. The prolem is that many generators that have a ma output of 4000 watts @ 120 volts means the generator will have a ma output of 2000 watts on 240 volts.
No, flat out, No. Watts is a measurement power (as in,
The only thing that halves there is the *amps*. the 4000 watt generator @ 120V can put out over 30 amps. But at 240 volts, it outputs only a bit over 15 amps - Surely, at 4000 watts still.
W = V * A
4000 = 120 * 33.33
4000 = 240 * 16.66
Watts - the amount of power output, is directly proportionate to horsepower (at a rate of about 745 watts/1 horsepower) - you don't suddenly only have half the horsepower in your genset. You have half the amps, and the same amount of horsepower.
OK I misposted. What I should have said at the end is that you would only have 2000 watts on each 120 volt leg when generating 240 volts and that is marginal to run a water pump especially if it is a deep well pump with a large motor.
Some people are really quick to point out a mistake. I guess they never make one...
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curt12914
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07/30/11 05:58pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: What size generator
get ya a champion.....even camping world has em on sale for 299t
It will be marginal to run his water pump...
Whats important is THAT it runs the water pump, not how much spare is left over afterwards. :)
That's what I meant when I said it will be marginal. The prolem is that many generators that have a ma output of 4000 watts @ 120 volts means the generator will have a ma output of 2000 watts on 240 volts.
Will it run his water pump? Maybe is the only answer I can come up with...
EDIT - Aplolgize for the spelling a few keys not working on old 'puter...
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curt12914
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07/30/11 05:38am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: 4.10 vs 3.73
My personal opinion is that you will barely notice the difference in mileage or performance going from 3.73 to 4.10. Not worth the $$$$ IMHO
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curt12914
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07/29/11 06:29am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: What size generator
get ya a champion.....even camping world has em on sale for 299
3500 with 4000 peak
compliant with everyone to include park service...only exception is the noise police here on the forum
ets: and a selector switch for 110 or 220v output
It will be marginal to run his water pump...
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curt12914
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07/29/11 06:23am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Thought I had 220 but might be 30A
... So, what is needed to be done to allow me to plug in my TT...
I don't mean to oversimplify it but think of a 30 amp RV plug (120 volt) as an oversized houshold plug except it is bigger and it has bigger wire supplying it. It is supplied by a single breaker, just like a household outlet.
If a receptale has 2 breakers supplying it, it is (almost always) a 240 volt outlet.
Your electrician needs to change your plug from a two breaker system to a single breaker.
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curt12914
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07/29/11 06:11am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Champion 2000 Watt inverter Generator
Not trying to hijack the thread ut relaxin, the generator you are referring to is the Yamaha RF3000iSEB. It uses the same battery for the elecric start, to also give a short "boost" to the generator's inverter, to help start big loads like an AC unit.
The problem with using an inverter to help start a 13,500 btu AC with a 2000 watt generator, is that the generator is still running very close to it's capacity to run it after it is started.
Do yourself a favor. If you are going to buy an inverter generator, either plan on buying a generator big enough to run your AC or buy a small generator and realize you won't be able to run your AC.
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curt12914
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07/28/11 07:46pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: What size generator
Unless you want to spend a lot of money I doubt you are going to find a generator that is quiet enough to use for an RV and is capable of generating 240 volts to power things like your well, electric stove, electric water heater and other things in your home.
Most of the "quiet generators" that are recommended for RV's are only capable of 120 volts.
The only generators that I, personally would recommend to do both your RV and home would be the Yamaha EF6300iSDE or the Honda EU6500iS. Neither are inepensive but I know of nothing else that is quiet enough to use for an RV and able to generate 240 volts.
Your other option is to buy a quiet generator(s) for your RV and buy a contrator style generator to use at home in case of an electrical outage.
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curt12914
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07/28/11 07:34pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Adding an exterior ladder
Adding your own ladder an be a recipe for disaster. Just because you find a "structural member" using the "dew" or any other method, doesn't mean that member is sufficeint to carry the weight of ladder being shook at the back of a trailer going down the road, not to mention the weight of a person on that ladder.
Another possible problem is water leaking where you penetrate the roof and siding. Water can lead to rotted or rusted structural damage to the rig.
Being a big guy, I don't put a lot of faith in RV ladders, even those added as standard equipment at the factory.
Personally, I would rather purchase a collapsible ladder and carry it in a compartment, rather than add a ladder. Here are a couple possibilities:
Option 1
Option 2
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curt12914
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07/28/11 07:09pm |
Do It Yourself Modifications and Upgrades (DIY)
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RE: Thought I had 220 but might be 30A
Better yet, I would have an electrician check it. If you have 2 breakers labeled RV, you could very well have 240 volts incorectly wired to your plug that is supposed to be 30 amps @ 120 volts.
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curt12914
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07/28/11 06:57pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Thousand Islands
...Upper Canadian Village, Cornwall,Ontario (19th century living)
...Ottawa, a beutiful Canadian city, is 1.5 hours from A-Bay...
THE LOCKS ARE NOW RESTRICTED COMPARED TO PRE 9/11 TOURS. Prior to that, it was possible to be so close to the ships that you could see the rivits and welds but now they make you "keep your distance". It's still interesting to see if you've never seen a ship up close (unless you rent a boat).
Except Ottawa, all the above are within a 30 mile radius of A-Bay...
I don't want to be argumentative, but I don't want to mislead the guy, either. According to Mapquest, both the St. Lawrence Seaway (Eisenhower Lock) and Upper Canada Village are both about a 70 mile drive from Alexandria Bay.
However, I do agree with the rest of traxtermax post.
If you do decide to go to Eisenhower Lock, I also recommend NY Power Authority's Hawkins Point Visitor's Center . Both are about a mile from Robert Moses State Campground . If you like a little adult entertainment, the Mohawk Casino is about 12 miles from the park.
I also recommend Uncle Sam's Boat Tours, the Antique Boat Museum in Clayton NY and the Boldt Castle tour (which you already planned to do). You might also like the Boldt Castle Yacht House on Wellesley Island.
We really liked Wellesley Island State Park except for one thing. They have a huge goose population and goose droppings are everywhere. It's hard to walk around without stepping in them.
If you decide on doing anything in the Lake Ontario section, we really like Association Island RV Park & Marina . It is about 40 miles north of Alex Bay and close to Watertown for shopping and replenishing supplies. I recommend fishing charters from Henderson Harbor (very close to Association Island.
I live in northern NY and work about 3 miles from Eisenhower Lock, so if you have any questions, feel free to give me a shout.
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curt12914
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07/25/11 03:12pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: What is a "DW"
All this time I thought it was Dreaded Witch..... (wife never reads Rv.net!)
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curt12914
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07/21/11 02:19pm |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Canadian looking for USA Pays as you go phone
I have a Tracfone. Since I have a company issued work cell phone, I don't use my personal cell phone much. I just renewed my phone with one year service and 800 minutes for $100.
was that 800 minutes after doubling or would that card be 1600 minutes on a "doubling" phone? I didn't remember the minutes being quite that high for my $90 Sam's club card, Walmart is only about 8 bucks more however.
bumpy
It is one year of service and 400 minutes (which automatically double to 800). With tax and all, it's less than $10 per month.
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curt12914
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07/21/11 02:09pm |
Beginning RVing
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RE: Canadian looking for USA Pays as you go phone
I have a Tracfone. Since I have a company issued work cell phone, I don't use my personal cell phone much. I just renewed my phone with one year service and 800 minutes for $100. My phone has no data plan.
A friend of mine has Straight Talk which is a monthly plan. You can get 1000 minutes, 1000 texts and 30 MB of Data for $30 per month or unlimited minutes, texts and data for $45 per month. I believe Straight Talk is only available online or Walmart.
As stated in other posts, Verizon, AT&T and I'm sre several others have pre-paid, no contract plans. I know AT&T uses a SIM card. You may be able to switch an AT&T card into your phone. Verizon does not use a SIM sard.
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curt12914
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07/20/11 09:44pm |
Beginning RVing
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RE: DREADED AL-KO AXELS
For those of you that defend Al-Ko and say their parts are interchangeable with Dexter, have you ever heard of problems with Dexter Axles? I have a set of late 2002 Al-Ko axles that are so far out of alignment that they can't be aligned. Al-Ko would do nothing and not only would not do anything about it, but also denied that they ever had a problem.
I just bought a 14,000 lb. dump trailer last week. I ruled on model out because ithad Al-Ko axles. The one I bought has Dexter axles. I will never buy another trailer if it has Al-Ko axles...
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curt12914
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07/20/11 09:26pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: nascar camping
Last year for the fall race, I got there Friday morning and was escorted to my spot right away on the end of the row. I know they pack them in there tight, but your there to watch the race. Right?
We are there to watch the race, but that is about 4 hours out of a Friday to Monday (or more) stay.
IMHO, race camping is more about sharing a weekend with friends, relatives and strangers that share a common interest in racing, than it is just attending the race.
It's very hard to enjoy the weekend, when you are spending it so crammed in that it's impossible to have fun.
In the early days of NHIS, they treated us great, but when they started charging for camping, they suddenly decided that they needed to also severely limit your space. I tried offering constructive criticism several times about camping and never received a response.
We normally attend 5 NASCAR races per year and have done as many as 8 in one year, so my complaint is not from one bad experience. New Hampshire has got progressively worse over the years. As I said, I have not attended the '10 or July 11 race, so hopefully they have changed.
I can truthfully say that we have camped at Daytona, Richmond, Dover, Charlotte, Bristol, Homestead, Darlington, Pocono, Watkins Glen, Michigan and Indy. New Hampshire Motor Speedway would be rated (by far) the worst of the lot for camping.
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curt12914
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07/19/11 08:58am |
Rallies, Shows and Gatherings
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RE: nascar camping
Our "claim to fame" was that we had attended and camped at every Cup race at Loudon, even the 2001 race that was held after Thanksgiving because of 9/11.
Our record cam to an end in 2010. After several complaints about camping, we funally had enough. When they wanted us to park the truck under the awning in 09, we decided it was just too much hassle and we didn't need it any longer.
We have camped at every track in the eastern US except Atlanta, Talledage and Martinsville. We have also camped at Indy and Michigan. After camping at all these tracks (some were off track camping), I can say without a bit of reservation that new Hampshire does the worst job with their camping. No other track has even come close to being as bad as NH.
Upon arriving at the track, it's not uncommon to wait for more than an hour to get parked on your site. Your site will be so small that you won't have room to park your tow vehicle or toad if you have a 35' or bigger rig. Forget an Easy-Up or anything like that; you will be very luck if you have enough room for your awning and tow vehicle. Several years we were unable to get our truck out, since the access roads were clogged with tow vehicles and unpassable. I would hate to even think what would happen if someon's rig caught fire.
We had a medical emergency one year and we had to call for an ambulance, since we couldn't get the truck out. When my wife went to get help, the "security person" had no clue how to call in an emergency. She told my wife that ber job for the races in the past had been cleaning the bathrooms and showers. She said she hated that so she became security. Luckily, a police officer was passing by and he got help for us.
Forgive me if I sound upset, but I am. New Hampshire was our closest track at less than 5 hours away We loved going there with family and friends. We had great seats at the start/finish line. One year we had 7 rigs total and almost 30 in our group. Now none of us go. I tried complaining several times by email, telephone and letter. Not once did I get any reply. Judging by the empty stands, I would say our group is not the only ones that stopped going.
Do yourself a favor. Go to a different track, where they care about you as a camper.
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curt12914
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07/17/11 07:17pm |
Rallies, Shows and Gatherings
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RE: Vermont camprounds
We have stayed at Lone Pine Campsite several times and we like it. It is just north of Burlington. It is close to I-89, but we never heard any traffic noise.
I much prefer the northern part of the campsite. The sites are bigger and flatter.
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curt12914
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07/17/11 06:53pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RV Park in the Boston Area
We are planning a few days in the Boston area at the end of the month. Does anyone have any suggesstions for a full hookup park (also prefer Wi-Fi and cable if possible) preferably north of Boston. We have a 35' fifth wheel.
We stayed at Black Bear in Salisbury a few years ago and took the train into Boston. While I enjoyed the train ride, I was not at all impressed with Black Bear Campground.
Any suggestions?
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curt12914
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07/16/11 08:28pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: What does a pop up need to weigh to need brake controller
To expand on what Mike said, NY State law says any trailer that weighs over 1,000 lbs empty or over 3,000 lbs loaded, must be equiped with trailer brakes.
NYS V&T Law
Section 375-1-c:
(c) Every trailer and semi-trailer weighing more than one thousand pounds unladen and every trailer and semi-trailer manufactured or assembled on or after January first, nineteen hundred seventy-one having a registered maximum gross weight, an actual gross weight or gross weight consisting of the unladen weight and maximum carrying capacity recommended by the manufacturer in excess of three thousand pounds also shall be equipped with adequate brakes in good working order if operated or drawn on the public highways of this state. Every trailer while being drawn upon the public highways of this state shall be so attached to the vehicle drawing the same as to prevent the wheels of such trailer from being deflected more than six inches from the path of the towing vehicle's wheels. On and after January first, nineteen hundred seventy-one every trailer, except a semi-trailer, while being drawn upon the public highways of this state, shall be attached to the vehicle drawing the same by a device of a type approved by the commissioner.
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curt12914
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04/03/11 07:14pm |
Folding Trailers
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