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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-04-2014, 10:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 24,720
Posted By dbailey
Sorry for the lack of clarity... The extra 7" is...

Sorry for the lack of clarity... The extra 7" is when the mirrors are neither folded nor extended. That is, when they're in the normal non-towing configuration.

And that's 7" total -- 3.5" each...
Forum: General Chat 04-04-2014, 10:01 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 20,085
Posted By dbailey
Hmmm... now you've got me questioning my...

Hmmm... now you've got me questioning my memory...

Fortunately I don't need my memory, being a digital packrat... I still have the 2010 brochure buried in my hard drive, and it seems you are...
Forum: General Chat 04-04-2014, 09:10 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 20,085
Posted By dbailey
Hmmm.... I'm very suspicious of that last...

Hmmm.... I'm very suspicious of that last photo... I think either there was some photoshoppery going on, or the woman holding the coffee mug is tiny.
Forum: General Chat 04-04-2014, 09:09 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 20,085
Posted By dbailey
I really liked the Alto when I started shopping. ...

I really liked the Alto when I started shopping. But, felt it was too expensive for what it provided. And it was smaller than we wanted -- we didn't want to have to take down the bed to set up the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-04-2014, 08:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 24,720
Posted By dbailey
Some more info for those considering adding these...

Some more info for those considering adding these mirrors: in other discussions with Alf, I learned that these mirrors add a few inches to the width of your vehicle. An additional 7" if I recall.
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-07-2014, 08:04 AM
Replies: 345
Views: 167,760
Posted By dbailey
Love the cabinetry you've built. I'm a great...

Love the cabinetry you've built.

I'm a great one for starting projects, but not so good at finishing them. I'm always amazed at what all you dedicated people can accomplish. Wish I had the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-02-2014, 10:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,066
Posted By dbailey
Nothing so simple, unfortunately. It's something...

Nothing so simple, unfortunately. It's something in the electronics. The fan doesn't work at all until the truck warms up. In -20 weather, it can take 30 minutes of driving around with no...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-02-2014, 11:58 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,066
Posted By dbailey
I bought a Frontier to pull an Escape last year. ...

I bought a Frontier to pull an Escape last year. Good tow vehicle. I've been quite happy with it, at least up until last week -- then the cabin fan started giving me problems. Not acceptable in...
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 12-23-2013, 07:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,556
Posted By dbailey
Several science professors are using the...

Several science professors are using the washroom. How do you tell which one is the chemist? He's the one who washes his hands *before* he uses the urinal...
Forum: General Chat 12-07-2013, 12:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,107
Posted By dbailey
Our first vehicle was a 1978 microbus. Some...

Our first vehicle was a 1978 microbus. Some minimal camper conversion, but no pop-up roof. Got rid of it when it wasn't practical (gas heater died, and we just couldn't drive it in the Ontario...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-12-2013, 08:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,874
Posted By dbailey
Be careful not to mix home (mains) wiring and 12v...

Be careful not to mix home (mains) wiring and 12v wiring standards/methods/terminologies here...

In home wiring, white is usually neutral and black (or red) is usually hot. Neutral and ground are...
Forum: General Chat 07-07-2013, 06:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,602
Posted By dbailey
A few years ago I drove most of the way across...

A few years ago I drove most of the way across Canada. Starting from B.C., it took me 2 days to drive through Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, and get my foot into Ontario at Kenora (20 hours of...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-07-2013, 05:54 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 10,664
Posted By dbailey
:eek: ;)

:eek:

;)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-07-2013, 05:23 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 10,664
Posted By dbailey
Why, what's wrong with silicone? :omy

Why, what's wrong with silicone? :omy
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-27-2013, 08:47 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,199
Posted By dbailey
I did a bit of looking around the web and...

I did a bit of looking around the web and particularly on the Rustoleum website and facebook page. I can answer a couple of questions...

First, no, it's not (yet) available in Canada. No mention...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-27-2013, 07:56 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,730
Posted By dbailey
There's the question of what is allowed or...

There's the question of what is allowed or forbidden, and then there's the question of what is polite or rude. Running a generator where it can annoy others at a bad time might be allowed but if...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-27-2013, 07:45 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,199
Posted By dbailey
Agreed. Despite the inherent humour in anything...

Agreed. Despite the inherent humour in anything toilet-related, I think it's a brilliant idea.

I'm going to see if I can find this stuff in Canada anywhere. A bit expensive for covering the...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-06-2013, 09:13 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,853
Posted By dbailey
I qualify as a wannabee... (I'm a software guy,...

I qualify as a wannabee... (I'm a software guy, but while I've always enjoyed building stuff, I just never got into electronics, digital or otherwise...)

I read the spec sheet, but couldn't find...
Forum: General Chat 06-05-2013, 04:54 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,788
Posted By dbailey
Ottawa to Regina (2700km) in 2 days (2 of us,...

Ottawa to Regina (2700km) in 2 days (2 of us, trading off driving), but that was unusual circumstances. Another year Edmonton to Ottawa in 4 days (that was driving by myself). Again, unusual...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-31-2013, 08:57 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,601
Posted By dbailey
hmmm... ok, that's a problem that the...

hmmm... ok, that's a problem that the manufacturers could help with. It's still not an easy problem for them to solve, though. A caveat on the brochure indicating that the stated weight doesn't...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-30-2013, 09:11 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,601
Posted By dbailey
I agree that this is often a problem, but what...

I agree that this is often a problem, but what alternative does the trailer manufacturer have? There is no "typical" load that people might place in a trailer. The only thing the manufacturer can...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-27-2013, 07:45 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,853
Posted By dbailey
Well, even if you don't want so set up a...

Well, even if you don't want so set up a red-led-light district, you can always accessorize: This Color-Changing LED Chameleon Scarf Perfectly Matches Any Outfit...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-27-2013, 07:38 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,853
Posted By dbailey
If you're a *real* glamper, you need to consider...

If you're a *real* glamper, you need to consider something like RibbonFlex Pro™ RGB (Color) LED Tape Lighting System - Lee Valley Tools...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-27-2013, 04:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,201
Posted By dbailey
True, I didn't consider the options. The base...

True, I didn't consider the options. The base model is 2500 lbs dry. I'd hate to have to guess what the options will add. Plus there will be all the stuff that gets left in the trailer.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-25-2013, 09:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,201
Posted By dbailey
The Trailer Valet does look to be better made...

The Trailer Valet does look to be better made than the Tow Tuff, but I'm not convinced the swivel point on the Trailer Valet won't be a problem. The Trailer Valet has 9" tubed tires, so might work...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-24-2013, 09:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,201
Posted By dbailey
Also posted on the trailer dolly thread... I...

Also posted on the trailer dolly thread...

I just bought one of these from Princess Auto today... It's a Tow Tuff RTF-1500, rated for 1500 lb tongue weight, 5000 lb trailer weight. I'm...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-24-2013, 09:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,751
Posted By dbailey
I just bought one of the "similar devices"...

I just bought one of the "similar devices" today... A Tow Tuff RTF-1500, rated for 1500 lb tongue weight, 5000 lb trailer weight. I'm unimpressed...

I hooked it up to my light weight tent...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-09-2013, 01:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,428
Posted By dbailey
I'm not familiar with the current composite...

I'm not familiar with the current composite decking products, but the original stuff wouldn't have worked well in this situation: it would sag where ever it wasn't supported. It's not as stiff as...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-07-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,201
Posted By dbailey
I was looking at these... $400 will get you a...

I was looking at these... $400 will get you a bottom-of-the-line cheaply made powered unit. This one, for the same money, looks to be well made. Yeah, you have to crank it yourself. Personally...
Forum: Money Matters 05-02-2013, 09:19 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,868
Posted By dbailey
On our last big trip across Canada, my wife...

On our last big trip across Canada, my wife insisted that I wasn't allowed to pick up any rocks until we were own our way back. I started by collecting some of the stuff out of my Dad's garden that...
Forum: Money Matters 04-24-2013, 05:24 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,868
Posted By dbailey
If you're a rock hound, there are a couple of...

If you're a rock hound, there are a couple of amethyst mines in the area that are worth a visit. If you check out the Terry Fox monument, you'll find quite an eyeful of amethyst.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-12-2013, 06:58 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 7,440
Posted By dbailey
rabbit is correct -- there are lots of people out...

rabbit is correct -- there are lots of people out there willing to help, it's just a matter of finding them. An RV club would be a good place to start.

Or, come on up to Ottawa and I'll give you...
Forum: Money Matters 04-11-2013, 09:23 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,367
Posted By dbailey
It only takes a tiny bit of power to corrupt a...

It only takes a tiny bit of power to corrupt a tiny little mind...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-11-2013, 02:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,567
Posted By dbailey
I don't have experience with the Alaska Highway...

I don't have experience with the Alaska Highway north of Haines Junction, but I do have a suggestion for the southern leg for those considering this run.

I grew up in B.C. I'm used to mountains...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-10-2013, 01:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,033
Posted By dbailey
It's not a subject I'm familiar with, but I know...

It's not a subject I'm familiar with, but I know some Escape's have an optional high-rise axle for traversing rougher roads.
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 04-04-2013, 08:00 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,117
Posted By dbailey
I've never tried gold panning outside a tourist...

I've never tried gold panning outside a tourist sluice, but I'm definitely a fan of rockhounding, so I expect I'd get a kick of searching for gold.
Forum: General Chat 03-28-2013, 09:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,568
Posted By dbailey
Not really relevant, but the OP brought it to...

Not really relevant, but the OP brought it to mind...

I was home from school one weekend many years ago, and disappointed to find that my friends were all out camping. So I went looking for them...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-23-2013, 10:11 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,601
Posted By dbailey
Thanks for the info on brake controllers, Brian.

Thanks for the info on brake controllers, Brian.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-23-2013, 04:37 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,601
Posted By dbailey
I'm a newbie with respect to trailer brakes, so...

I'm a newbie with respect to trailer brakes, so I'm likely wrong, but...

My understanding of proportional controllers (or so-called pendulum controllers, though I'd be surprised if any modern ones...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-10-2013, 08:01 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 24,998
Posted By dbailey
Just ordered a new Frontier to use as a tow...

Just ordered a new Frontier to use as a tow vehicle. I've driven standard transmission all my life, but backing our existing trailer up our driveway convinced me to go automatic this time.
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-10-2013, 09:06 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 12,938
Posted By dbailey
Yup, excellent job Deryk!

Yup, excellent job Deryk!
Forum: General Chat 03-03-2013, 11:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,606
Posted By dbailey
I long for the day when I can get out often...

I long for the day when I can get out often enough to make annual passes worth considering...
Forum: General Chat 03-02-2013, 10:44 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,103
Posted By dbailey
How 'bout: Welsh Miner's Lamp - Lee Valley Tools...

How 'bout: Welsh Miner's Lamp - Lee Valley Tools (https://www.leevalley.com/en/garden/page.aspx?p=32450&cat=2,40731,32450)

$80...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-02-2013, 02:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,211
Posted By dbailey
Glad to hear everything works...

Glad to hear everything works...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-01-2013, 10:42 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,211
Posted By dbailey
Still trying to figure this one out (it concerns...

Still trying to figure this one out (it concerns me, since I'm considering purchasing a Tacoma as a tow vehicle). I might have found the issue...

The number you quote (4850) is awfully close to...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-28-2013, 10:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,842
Posted By dbailey
I'm with you Deryk. This is why we require a...

I'm with you Deryk. This is why we require a dedicated bed in addition to a dinette. But tucking the sheet in on a queen sized bed when you have to sit on the mattress to do it is always awkward. ...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-28-2013, 10:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,842
Posted By dbailey
Ron: That's good thinking, that is...

Ron: That's good thinking, that is...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-28-2013, 10:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,211
Posted By dbailey
I believe rhweiss's understanding is correct. ...

I believe rhweiss's understanding is correct. The GCWR is the maximum rated sum total weight of the two vehicles (hence "Gross *Combined* Weight Rating"). The GVWR is the maximum rated weight of...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-28-2013, 08:57 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,211
Posted By dbailey
I happen to have the brochure for the 2013 Tacoma...

I happen to have the brochure for the 2013 Tacoma right beside my chair here (don't ask). It lists curb weight ranging from 3600-4000lbs, depending on engine & transmission. 800 lbs difference for...
Forum: General Chat 02-28-2013, 05:38 PM
Replies: 257
Views: 23,086
Posted By dbailey
They might not have heard her perform it before,...

They might not have heard her perform it before, but she did record it on her "Hymns of the 49th Parallel" in 2004. Fantastic album, btw.
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