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RE: BIG CHANGES ARE COMING SOON (Nov 15 2023)
I appreciate everyone's patience so far.
I saw the earlier comment about Truck Campers, which is totally valid. I feel the same way about the lack of Toy Haulers.
I urge you all to share your feedback (respectfully) with the team at [email protected] and let them know what you think should be added/changed.
Is anyone aware of a way to select "ACTIVE TOPICS" ???
And yes, I was able to follow the instructions to get new password. And yes, the reset email went to the junk folder.
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StarkNaked
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11/15/23 12:30pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Goodbye RV.Net
RV.net is going away tomorrow!!! (Wed 11/15/23)
https://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/30414188.cfm
See ya on the other side.
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StarkNaked
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11/14/23 08:11pm |
Toy Haulers
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RE: RV driving in Capitol Reef
The paved section of Scenic Drive that will be closed is about 6 to 7 miles from Fruita Campground (depending on where they close it) to Capitol Gorge Road Picnic Shelter. This is the only section that is paved. After Capitol Gorge Road Picnic Shelter, the road turns to gravel, and that's the point I stopped when we were driving a 30 ft Class C.
Other than UT State Route 24 and Scenic Drive there are not really any other roads that you would want to take a large RV on. All the rest of the roads in the park are the sort of thing you would want a 4-wheeler.
We have only been once, but if we knew Scenic Drive was closed, it might make us have second thoughts about going while it was closed.
From the NPS website: Most of the park will still be open – the projects would occur only in a small percentage of the park. Trailheads and parking areas along SR 24 will be open and accessible aside from the short closure of Chimney Rock trailhead. The Fruita area of the park will be open, including the visitor center, orchards, Gifford House, picnic area, and Fruita Campground. The northern Cathedral Valley and southern Waterpocket districts of the park will be unaffected by this project. These remote, dirt backcountry roads do take more planning to visit and usually require a high clearance vehicle. More information on these areas can be found on the roads page. https://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/scenic-drive-rehabilitation-project.htm
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StarkNaked
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11/14/23 07:57pm |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Rout assistance Vancouver, BC to Arizona
Your question didn't include where in Arizona, or when you would be taking the trip, so there is some guessing here.
The route we use is similar to AFHauler's.
I-5 and 99 to Bakersfield. 58 over Tehachapi Pass 3,771 ft (1,149 m) to Barstow and I-40. We will be using this route to return from our next big trip.
Other options - I-5 to LA. That takes you over Tejon Pass 4,144 ft (1,263 m) and then through greater LA traffic. Then East on I-10.
Already mentioned is Siskiyou Summit on I-5. It's the highest pass on I-5 at 4,310 ft (1,314 m). It also has steep and long grades on both sides.
I-5 to I-90 to I-82 to I-84. Then you need to decide if you want to go the Las Vegas route or the SLC route. This route has some mountains and snowy passes in the winter. We will be taking the SLC route Southbound for our next big trip.
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StarkNaked
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10/31/23 12:54pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: 2005 Safari Simba Hot Water heater 120 volt Electric
An electric water heater element should be on a dedicated 110V breaker.
An electric water heater element should be hard wired directly from the breaker to the junction box on the water heater.
Here's how you described your wiring: "there is an electrical cord that is plugged into the outlet where the water heater tank is located. we tested that the electrical outlet works by plugging a phone charger into it".
This is NOT how a water heater element should be wired.
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StarkNaked
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10/15/23 09:42pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: 2005 Safari Simba Hot Water heater 120 volt Electric
First question - What kind of water heater do you have?
This link was just the first one I found, but I don't know if it's the brand of water heater that you have. If it's not, search for a DIY video for your brand. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu9EqCPmLOk
The electric water heater element will be on a breaker, not a fuse.
As mentioned already, if you are not comfortable working with 110V power, then you need to find someone that does know how to work on live voltages.
And last, never turn the 110V water heater switch to the on position if you do not have water in the heater.
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StarkNaked
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10/15/23 08:14pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: How to keep gray water from coming up into tub?
dump more frequently.
Perhaps an example will help.
We camp in a rustic campground for a week. Campground does not have a dump station. Nearest dump station is about 45 miles away. Those 45 miles are up and down and switchbacks.
Dumping more frequently is not an option, and even if it was, it's still 45 miles one way on a curvy road.
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StarkNaked
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10/09/23 04:58pm |
General RVing Issues
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How to keep gray water from coming up into tub?
What do you do to keep gray water from coming up into the bathtub when you have to drive to the next dump station?
I tried buying a tapered rubber plug, but it's designed to keep water from going down the drain, not water coming up. With the shape of the taper, it just gets pushed up and out of the drain.
Have any of you come up with a good solution to keep water from coming up into the tub when you're driving on a curvy road?
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StarkNaked
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10/09/23 04:42pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Exhaust Fan
I would start with contact cleaner on the switch/PCB.
Without more info, I would assume that the circuit board is just a mechanical switch with resistors for different speeds.
Is this a model with rain sensor or automatic lift?
Have you checked the plunger switch?
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StarkNaked
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09/16/23 03:55pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Propane Refills
They can only fill to 80 percent.
ABSOLTE BULLSH!T !!
It is call a "20 lb tank" because it is design tested and certified to hold 20 lbs of propane !
The 80% rule is mandatory and is regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) in the United States and by similar organizations in other countries. Propane retailers and suppliers are required to follow the 80% rule when filling tanks, and customers should expect that their tanks will not be filled to capacity.
To calculate the approximate fill capacity of your propane tank, you can multiply the tank’s total capacity by 0.8 (80%). This will give you the maximum amount of propane that the tank can safely hold, taking into account the 20% head space required for expansion.
For example, if your propane tank has a capacity of 100 gallons, the maximum safe fill capacity would be 80 gallons, which can be calculated as follows: 100 x 0.8 = 80.
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StarkNaked
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09/14/23 04:21pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Advice on getting to Redwood NP
May is early for Lassen Volcanic NP. Expect lots of roads inside the park to still be closed for snow removal.
The connection between south and north entrances didn't happen this year till July 1st.
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StarkNaked
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09/14/23 11:43am |
Roads and Routes
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RE: thinking of buying a Motorhome....looking for tips/hints
If you're willing to spend the money, here is a book that covers a lot of your questions.
https://rvreviews.net/motorhome-reviews/
The book is not cheap but has lots of information.
Check your local library and see if they have it in stock. That's what I did when I was researching my purchase.
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StarkNaked
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09/11/23 05:25pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: water at base of toilet - temp fix good idea or bad?
Yes, you will probably regret it.
All that will do is force the water into the floor.
A RV toilet flange seal is less than $10. And it's only two nuts holding it down. And you have already confirmed that you can reach the two nuts.
The only other question is if you can do the replacement without un-hooking the water line.
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StarkNaked
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09/11/23 11:10am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Thor Majestic 19G parts
Here is the link to ordering direct from Velvac:
https://www.velvac.com/products/mirrors/shop-rv-mirrors
Since you have a Class C, start with Ford (I assume all Thor Majestic 19G are built on a Ford chassis.
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StarkNaked
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08/27/23 11:04am |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Looking for Boondocker friend/group OR. WA. area
I'm not the expert, but WA/OR don't have a huge number of public lands compared to some other states. (But I'm sure the experts will jump in to add more info).
And your RV might be on the large size to get into some of the locations.
Are you old enough to get a National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Senior Pass? 62 or older? Senior Pass
Here are some BLM links that might help:
Camping on Public Lands
OR/WA Recreation
BLM search by state
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StarkNaked
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08/19/23 03:53pm |
Public Lands, Boondocking and Dry Camping
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RE: Suburban water heater replacement issue
Here's one method:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=969UMd5I0T8
Disclaimer: I'm not a plumber, but I have done pex connections in the last few weeks!
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StarkNaked
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08/18/23 10:49pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Highway 89 in Utah
U.S. Route 89 is a 2-lane highway. It's paved, it has shoulders, and passing lanes on grades. I even remember at least one rest area.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Route_89_in_Utah
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StarkNaked
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08/16/23 03:14pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Trying to replace 120v outlet
The splice connectors are used to
splice two cable segments together and replace
butt connectors, wire nuts, and junction boxes used
in traditional splice applications.
Dumb question time... Is there a GFCI on the circuit that has tripped?
More details: https://www.tti.com/content/dam/ttiinc/manufacturers/molex/Products/PDF/self-contained-power-connector-brochure.pdf
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StarkNaked
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08/12/23 03:13pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Moody Bluff Campground,Tennessee
Let's try again - Google maps says it's the overflow campground loop on the state park map.
Go to https://reserve.tnstateparks.com/warriors-path/campsites
Then click on the Moody Bluff Campground tab.
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StarkNaked
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07/20/23 05:35pm |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Willamette Valley to Whidby Island
No, it's not worth getting off of I-5 to try and get there faster. The time of day that you go through is the bigger issue. Just avoid rush hour.
Ferry can be fun, just remember that they will charge you by the foot when you're towing. And Ferries can get big backups and delays.
I agree with paulj. If I'm going to North end of Whidbey Island, I just stay on I-5 to Hwy 20.
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StarkNaked
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07/20/23 05:17pm |
Roads and Routes
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