newtrail
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nubwon wrote:Hey Craig, that is our old travel trailer you have there. I hope you got it all fixed up good from Rita's damage. Its good to see that someone is getting more use from her. It was a great trailer for us, I hope she servs you well for many years.......NUB.....
HI NUB Nice to run into to you here. Noticed your handy work I see.
We are having a great time with the TT.
I fixed her up good,take a look. We named her Miss Rita
![[image]](http://thumb13.webshots.net/t/38/38/4/93/6/2372493060095228753DhhyzE_th.jpg)
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Got to run and get ready for some High School Football (Homecoming)
Have a nice weekend.
Craig
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Craig and Deann,daughter,son
01 Tahoe ( Miss Rita )
99 Dodge Qcab SLT 5.9
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DesertFunFamily
Redlands, CA
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Good stuff! That's amazing about the damaged trailer.
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everymilesamemory
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Ok, as promised a few weeks back, here is the brand new mountain bike rack I had fabricated. Before you all go crying about how heavy it looks, it's total weight is only 50lbs, and with the light weight of our mountain bikes, I figure it evens out compared with a top-rails or similar model.
My only complaint is I had to move the kayaks up and I dont like the way they look right now. The tail ends of the kayaks hung over between the truck and the camper, and would hit while turning. This was built from scrap 2" square stock and a few round bars welded onto the cross member on the top.
It's heavy duty, but hopefully it'll hold up to the test of mileage and years on the road. Plus, it only cost $125 and that includes the steel!!! Cant beat that. I liked the Top-Rails model, but at $500, that's a little out of my budget and it wouldnt bolt on to our frame because of our battery holder.
Bolted onto the a-frame with Grade 8 bolts and nylock nuts
![[image]](http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q190/Bonishphoto/FE9A0587.jpg)
The welder fabricated a little section so the stock would sit level
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We still have full access to the propane tanks and bank of batteries
![[image]](http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q190/Bonishphoto/FE9A0590.jpg)
And here you can see how much space we have with the kayaks on
![[image]](http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q190/Bonishphoto/FE9A0589.jpg)
Happy Camping
Pat
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Every Miles A Memory
Photo's of our Travels
When we realize our insignificance in this world,
it some how relieves the pressures from society to succeed
- Cindy Bonish
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elk hunter
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O.K., I like the water pump silencer. It looks real simple. I don't want to buy the kit, so can someone explain or show the hook up. Why 2 pieces of tubing?
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Elk
2000 KZ sportsmen 1701. Very customized. 1993 F250 w/460. almost 200,000 miles. She can still pull.
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JaySki
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elk hunter wrote:O.K., I like the water pump silencer. It looks real simple. I don't want to buy the kit, so can someone explain or show the hook up. Why 2 pieces of tubing?
Thanks,
Elk
the flexible hose pieces help to isolate the vibrations and absorb some of the water hammering effect. typically you will find your water pump piped directly into the stiffer PEX tubing. The vibrations will carry into the hose and vibrate against the floor or whatever it is resting on.
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elk hunter
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I understand how it works. I am looking for info on how to hook it up. Thanks.
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JaySki
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elk hunter wrote:I understand how it works. I am looking for info on how to hook it up. Thanks.
Umm...
One section on each side of the pump....
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elk hunter
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Umm...
One section on each side of the pump....[/quote]
Sorry for the question. If everyone was as wise as you there would not be any need for this forum.
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Mike Schriber
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Okay, it's time to get off my rear and add a few.
My wife really wanted a heated matress pad. That's fine by me since we can keep it cooler in the trailer and I don't fry since each side of the pad has independent controls. I wanted to be able to use it on battery so I bought a 12v ElectroWarmth model. The pad pulls ten amps with both sides on high.
I wasn't going to deal with a cord running across the bedroom so I ran two new lines from the battery (14 gauge). I added fuses holders in each line at an accesable place under the trailer side skirting.
![[image]](http://www.hotchip.com/mods/fuses.jpg)
I put one outlet under each side of the bed. This could come in handy for other things too.
![[image]](http://www.hotchip.com/mods/12v-outlet.jpg)
After adding cables holders, some velcro plus wire ties, the install was nice and clean, just the way I wanted it.
![[image]](http://www.hotchip.com/mods/electrowarmth.jpg)
While I was at it, I also installed a 12v outlet on my battery box so I have easy access to power up front.
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That outlet has another fuse holder under the battery cover.
More to follow!
Mike
2006 Damon Daybreak 3276 37' bunkhouse
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knowles5150
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I do not have pics. Maybe down the road, but here goes.
I have a 87 Fleetwood Lynx, what I have done thus far:
*Replaced taillights
*Pulled out old carpet, put down pergo flooring over old linoleum floor.
*Cut off old bumper, added 30 in deck on the rear, bolted to the frame. I primarily haul my scooter, but it is big enought for firewood or rubbermaid boxes.
*Added a TV shelf and rerouted cable and split it for couch area and bedroom TVs. Installed Antenna booster.
*Removed old non functioning Dometic fridge, and replace with 4.6 cubic foot dorm fridge, raised it 20 inches, giving me another access/storage compartment on the outside.
*Added outside GFCI receptacle on switch for lights.
*fire extinguisher and mount
*Added ladder for bunks
*Intalled shelves in 2 or the 3 closets, givin much more storage out of unused space.
Planning:
*Water Heater replacement to one that runs on 110 AC. Currently only on propane.
*Tongue mounted bike rack.
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