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Forum: Classified Archives 07-28-2013, 11:30 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,185
Posted By Mac B
I'd go higher - $4,500 - $5,000. It looks like a...

I'd go higher - $4,500 - $5,000. It looks like a really nice trailer.
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 03-07-2010, 03:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,804
Posted By Mac B
when I see that, it just gives me cold feet.....

when I see that, it just gives me cold feet.....
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 01-11-2010, 10:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,295
Posted By Mac B
if you're going to take BART into the city,...

if you're going to take BART into the city, considering the cost of parking in SF and the Bay bridge toll, BART is a bargain. Parking at the Castro Valley BART station is only $1.00 per day (no...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 01-11-2010, 07:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,295
Posted By Mac B
I just got back from three nights at Anthony...

I just got back from three nights at Anthony Chabot Campground. If anyone is looking for a place to camp near San Francisco, I highly recommend. It is a eucalyptus forest where deer, racoons, skunks...
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 12-30-2009, 11:30 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,754
Posted By Mac B
talked recently to an elderly friend of mine...

talked recently to an elderly friend of mine that's getting up in years. I said, 'you're lookin' good'...

He asked me what is the difference between 'lookin' good and good lookin'.

I gave him a...
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 12-06-2009, 11:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,035
Posted By Mac B
no doubt you've all seen this one? ...

no doubt you've all seen this one?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0d4lOYKb8I

there's an audio trailer trash barbie I tried to find a link to, if I do I will post it... it's so funny!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-03-2009, 08:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,603
Posted By Mac B
I have used Uship.com for shipping antiques. I...

I have used Uship.com for shipping antiques. I highly recommend.

I come short of saying not to buy something you haven't personally seen... but life is a gamble. If the price is right you may not...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-03-2009, 01:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 25,228
Posted By Mac B
this really is incredible!! I wonder what the...

this really is incredible!! I wonder what the cost is... looks like it's something really new.
thanks for the link!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-03-2009, 12:18 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 25,228
Posted By Mac B
these are all great ideas for heating... I have...

these are all great ideas for heating... I have studies a bit about diesel heating, as I would love to build a diesel expedition vehicle with all diesel appliances... but cost for cost, it's hard to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-01-2009, 03:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,439
Posted By Mac B
I have to confess I didn't have any luck cleaning...

I have to confess I didn't have any luck cleaning my foam... I did the grape stomp and every other kind of procedure and it still stunk to high heavens... and on top of that, even in hot central...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-01-2009, 02:24 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 25,228
Posted By Mac B
arrugh! just when I thought it was logical...

arrugh! just when I thought it was logical solution. Thanks for the warning. Amazing what I am learning about all these contraptions.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-30-2009, 09:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 25,228
Posted By Mac B
I love the idea of a WAVE 6 for extreme cold. It...

I love the idea of a WAVE 6 for extreme cold. It looks like a must have on a trip to Alaska! thanks

let's see...
-extra battery
-generator
-WAVE 6
-extra propane
-bottle of brandy...

I'll...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-30-2009, 09:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 25,228
Posted By Mac B
ha ha... I find all this funny, since I am...

ha ha... I find all this funny, since I am probably the densest person you could ever try to explain all this to. To get it straight, I will just call my local RV repair place and get him to explain...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-30-2009, 04:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 25,228
Posted By Mac B
I'll check it out. thanks. Yes, heat is an...

I'll check it out. thanks.

Yes, heat is an important thing, not just for nights, but for just hanging around during a cold day, I don't want to feel like I am sitting in an icebox!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-30-2009, 04:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 25,228
Posted By Mac B
Yes, it was connected, and in starting it, I felt...

Yes, it was connected, and in starting it, I felt like it was sluggish, and I assumed that the tow vehicle battery had been drained. Maybe I was mistaken. I will check with the RV place that did my...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-30-2009, 02:41 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 25,228
Posted By Mac B
yes, that makes sense. I must have something...

yes, that makes sense. I must have something wrong with my system if in one night it drained the battery. I doubt if it ran a whole 3 hours during the night. I may have to have the system checked to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-30-2009, 12:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 25,228
Posted By Mac B
ps.. I am asking all these questions because I...

ps.. I am asking all these questions because I took a trip to Yosemite and in one night, still hooked up to my tow vehicle, useing the heater, I depleted my battery..... my vehicle would barely crank...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-30-2009, 12:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 25,228
Posted By Mac B
thanks for all the replies... yes, it does seem a...

thanks for all the replies... yes, it does seem a shame to have to use battery power, propane AND gasoline for a generator just to run a fan motor!

I do have a series 27 battery.

I downloaded...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-29-2009, 02:13 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 25,228
Posted By Mac B
I didn't see your post before I added my 2nd one ...

I didn't see your post before I added my 2nd one

I figure that battery recharge during the day would be ok...

as far as the amps, I will have to call and ask the RV company
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-29-2009, 02:11 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 25,228
Posted By Mac B
Honeywell HW2000i 2000-Watt Portable Inverter...

Honeywell HW2000i 2000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator
Sear, $699 (those bandits)
Wallyworld $549.00
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-29-2009, 01:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 25,228
Posted By Mac B
I have an Atwood furnace in my Burro, as best as...

I have an Atwood furnace in my Burro, as best as I know it's a 12K btu unit (but possibly larger, like 18K)

I am wanting enough battery power to run it for a number of hours at a time for dry...
Forum: General Chat 11-25-2009, 04:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,714
Posted By Mac B
I guess this qualifies as a fiberglass... ...

I guess this qualifies as a fiberglass...

https://fleetwest.net/ds365.html

I talked to the rep this morning and got some details. They weigh 700 lbs, and are $8,000.00 (basic unit with double...
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 11-25-2009, 04:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,911
Posted By Mac B
a HEIFER? you are in serious need of a vacation!

a HEIFER? you are in serious need of a vacation!
Forum: General Chat 11-19-2009, 11:43 PM
Replies: 4,018
Views: 620,596
Posted By Mac B
we have great conversations along the way....

we have great conversations along the way....
Forum: General Chat 11-19-2009, 11:36 PM
Replies: 4,018
Views: 620,596
Posted By Mac B
she's a Louisiana Catahoula Leopard dog... (state...

she's a Louisiana Catahoula Leopard dog... (state dog of Louisiana)... yes, she's a good companion!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-19-2009, 02:34 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,969
Posted By Mac B
here's a possible solution, that not only heats...

here's a possible solution, that not only heats but is an air conditioner too. This unit is really getting a lot of raves:

https://www.teardropshop.net/air-conditioner-heater

"At 2500 BTU, this...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-18-2009, 01:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,660
Posted By Mac B
judging by your experience, which would you...

judging by your experience, which would you prefer, the lightweightness of a fiberglass unit mounted, or a telescopic Alaskan camper that lowers for travel, as pictured. Also, what is the estimated...
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 11-18-2009, 12:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,911
Posted By Mac B
secondly, count the dolphins. If you count...

secondly, count the dolphins.

If you count two dolphins, you're fine.

If you count only one dolphin,
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 11-18-2009, 12:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,911
Posted By Mac B
After the following 'dementia test' I thought...

After the following 'dementia test' I thought this would be the logical sequel

This is the STRESS Test.

First, Look at the attached photo.

(to be continued in next post)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-18-2009, 12:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,969
Posted By Mac B
if you have no heat now, yes, it will take a bit...

if you have no heat now, yes, it will take a bit of an investment for a nice unit, but done right, you'll be as snug as a bug in a... well, you know what I mean.

my little Burro has an Atwood......
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 11-18-2009, 12:28 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,554
Posted By Mac B
1. What trailer?? Fiberstream?? Compact?? Scamp??...

1. What trailer?? Fiberstream?? Compact?? Scamp??

anything will work... do the math- what can your horses pull? Keep in mind uphill loads.

2. Will I be welcomed by all you egg folk??

Don't...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-17-2009, 10:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,660
Posted By Mac B
no, I hadn't seen that thread... wow, now I am...

no, I hadn't seen that thread... wow, now I am not one for expos but that is one I would have wanted to go to! there are more designs than I imagined!

to shrink photos, I just use MS Publisher;...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-17-2009, 09:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,660
Posted By Mac B
wow, my wife just told me to go ahead and line up...

wow, my wife just told me to go ahead and line up the purchase of a brand new Mitsubishi Fuzo FG140, that we can afford the payment NO PROBLEM... and to start shopping around for an ample fiberglass...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-17-2009, 09:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,660
Posted By Mac B
from many points it makes good sense to mount a...

from many points it makes good sense to mount a fiberglass rv onto a 4x4 chassis flatbed vs building an expedition box. for one thing, I can see the cost way below some of the expedition vehicles,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-17-2009, 07:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,660
Posted By Mac B
how incredible!! I am definately interested in...

how incredible!! I am definately interested in more photos if you have them. Were those trips on the Silk Road and South America done on the Mitsubishi FG chassis?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-17-2009, 05:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,660
Posted By Mac B
the unimog is the ultimate go anywhere vehicle......

the unimog is the ultimate go anywhere vehicle... but it is so pricey. The FG on the other hand is priced at $37,000 for a 2010 model, which is LESS than a Chevy or Ford diesel 1 ton pickup truck!
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-17-2009, 11:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,660
Posted By Mac B
this may not be anyone else's cup of tea, but I...

this may not be anyone else's cup of tea, but I am starting to morph to the concept of 4x4 instead of hauling a trailer, not for off road purposes, but more for back roads... places unaccessable when...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-15-2009, 01:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,089
Posted By Mac B
well, I'll be 'durned' if I am going to sit in a...

well, I'll be 'durned' if I am going to sit in a fiberglass trailer and bake like a thanksgiving turkey...

As for AC units, installing a unit takes some serious consideration. the smallest roof...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-13-2009, 01:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,572
Posted By Mac B
I am amazed at how bland the selections are at...

I am amazed at how bland the selections are at flooring stores - it all looks the same! Faux wood grains or faux tiles, take your pick. I asked, 'don't you have anything with some......... 'pzazz"',...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-13-2009, 02:54 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,572
Posted By Mac B
I know what you mean about the funky colors.......

I know what you mean about the funky colors.... my first choice was 'Bleeker Street' Marmolium by Forbo, but I have a wife that cried bloody murder about the cost (I won't tell you what she calls my...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-13-2009, 02:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,817
Posted By Mac B
thanks for all the info. I did find the...

thanks for all the info. I did find the converter, and I also realize the power works when the battery is disconnected (by the fuse) if it is plugged into 110. Quite a nice setup!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-10-2009, 06:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,572
Posted By Mac B
here's an alternate suggestion: before you...

here's an alternate suggestion:

before you go with tiles, check to see if there are any linolium stores in your area that sell remnents, and you might be able to get a sheet piece to go in for...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-10-2009, 06:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,572
Posted By Mac B
linolium tile like that does not have any...

linolium tile like that does not have any backing, and will work itself loose unless it is placed on cement. the best kind of linolium to use is marmolium, by forbo, but it is expensive ($3.60 per sq...
Forum: General Chat 11-09-2009, 11:45 AM
Replies: 4,018
Views: 620,596
Posted By Mac B
from inside the vehicle...

from inside the vehicle...
Forum: General Chat 11-09-2009, 11:44 AM
Replies: 4,018
Views: 620,596
Posted By Mac B
...and this was my loverly companion

...and this was my loverly companion
Forum: General Chat 11-09-2009, 11:39 AM
Replies: 4,018
Views: 620,596
Posted By Mac B
this was just hours earlier at Montana de Oro...

this was just hours earlier at Montana de Oro State Park...
Forum: General Chat 11-09-2009, 11:09 AM
Replies: 4,018
Views: 620,596
Posted By Mac B
sonofagun.... that's me! headed back from the...

sonofagun.... that's me! headed back from the coast!
Forum: Classified Archives 11-09-2009, 12:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,084
Posted By Mac B
no, actually, I responded to this ad before I...

no, actually, I responded to this ad before I bought mine. I was fortunate to get my Burro for $2,000.00. All it needed was some floor leveling, then I put in a vinyl floor. Turned out great, I am...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-09-2009, 12:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,817
Posted By Mac B
ahh, ok. so it converts 110 into 12 volt and...

ahh, ok. so it converts 110 into 12 volt and charged the battery. awesome. thanks much!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-08-2009, 01:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,817
Posted By Mac B
ok I am a bit new to this trailer business. in my...

ok I am a bit new to this trailer business. in my 14' burro, the battery powers everything- and is recharged when I drive my vehicle. Works great. then if/when I plug in to 110v, does it...
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