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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-21-2024, 07:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 337
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Never knew or considered traveling thru tunnels...

Never knew or considered traveling thru tunnels with a propane tank to be at issue. Living just 30 miles from Pittsburgh I often drive thru the city of bridges and tunnels.
Never even given a...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-21-2024, 07:21 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,817
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
THE PROs: Since 2012 I towed my Lil' Snoozy 60+K...

THE PROs: Since 2012 I towed my Lil' Snoozy 60+K miles with my 2001 Jeep Cherokee 2 wd, 2 door, 5 spd. manual, 4.0 liter Jeep. (Cherokee designed by AMC before Chrysler gave us their misconceived...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 04-17-2024, 06:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 389
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Insurance

Same as Jon in Az (State Farm bundled)
I have wondered about the fact that RV insurance has not increased. Very understandable that vehicle insurance has increased due to rising costs of vehicles...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-01-2024, 05:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 481
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
TYVM for your prompt response. That is the one I...

TYVM for your prompt response. That is the one I ordered prior to posting my question while wondering if I had purchased the correct adapter. It should arrive today and in two weeks I will retrieve...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-31-2024, 11:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 481
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Electric hook-up Question

My Lil'Snoozy electric connection is 4 male and 1 female pin to accommodate the surge brake reverse lockout. My new Silverado tug is equipped with two connectors.
One connector is a round 6 pin...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-14-2024, 10:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 561
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
2012 Snoozy

We have enjoyed our Snoozy very much. We had an independent gas company install propane for a built in two burner stove at the manufacturing facility. This has been very useful for boondocking.
1....
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-13-2024, 07:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,104
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Thanks 1300# payload rating. Tongue weight on my...

Thanks 1300# payload rating. Tongue weight on my Snoozy is under 300#. Mirrors not an issue as the Snoozy is not as wide as a Casita in that the body sits inside the wheels. At least it has never...
Forum: General Chat 02-12-2024, 12:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,298
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Redwoods and Hwy 101

Thankyou On our agenda for 2025.
In 1973 my former wife and I hitchhiked from Pittsburgh through the Southwest landing first in Hollywood. From there we hitched up Hwy 101 with many stops. Arrived...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-12-2024, 09:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,104
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Our 2001 4 liter straight six has done an...

Our 2001 4 liter straight six has done an admirable job of towing our Lil' Snoozy. With 158K it is still rust free as it has not seen any Northern winters (Garage Queen or Florida). We avg. 16mpg...
Forum: General Chat 02-12-2024, 07:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,298
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
My wife and I are planning on visiting National...

My wife and I are planning on visiting National Parks and National Monuments. I'm 73 and her 66. It struck us a few weeks back that we have only seen about 10 of our 60+ National Parks and it is high...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-10-2024, 03:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,129
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
The larger the camper and the more features you...

The larger the camper and the more features you have will ultimately result in more maintenance.
Imagine bouncing your house down the road! Thus the reason so many minimally used large fifth wheels...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-16-2023, 08:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,376
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Another subject

Correct Practice Practice Practice Tires Tires Tires Brakes and Money!
Interesting thoughts. I do not see threshold braking's goal as to not reach your coefficient of friction limit. You do. I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-15-2023, 09:13 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,376
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
surge brakes

Lack of friction between road and tires. As I said this has happened to me with good tires, but thankfully, never yet with a trailer pushing me. Many steep hills in my area often with a T, a stop...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-14-2023, 08:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,376
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Thank you Raspy for your informative response and...

Thank you Raspy for your informative response and Jon M B for thoughtful return. I always keep any vehicle I own in good operating condition. My concern is not brake failure on my tug but those...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-13-2023, 03:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,376
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Raspy Thank you and well stated. Hopefully...

Raspy
Thank you and well stated.
Hopefully now that we have reviewed the pros and cons of electric vs. surge brakes someone that has done this conversion will now chime in with response to my...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-13-2023, 01:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,376
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
[QUOTE=mchalewj;861700]Correct me if I'm wrong,...

[QUOTE=mchalewj;861700]Correct me if I'm wrong, but the trailer brakes, whether surge or electric, will never be able to stop your rig by themselves. Your annual Pennsylvania safety inspection, if...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-13-2023, 07:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,376
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Converting surge brakes to electric

I am an owner of a Lil' Snoozy we bought new in 2012. This has been a great trailer that meets our needs well with one fault. Our trailer came with surge disc brakes. They have always worked fine,...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-20-2023, 03:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 612
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Thank you for your suggestions. I ended up using...

Thank you for your suggestions. I ended up using Oxyclean sold at Aldi's. It was mixed at double strength and did require some "elbow grease". All the stains came off.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-14-2023, 01:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 612
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Cherry stains

Thank you. Just ordered some from Amazon. I will try almost anything.
Are there other helpful suggestions out there?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-14-2023, 06:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 612
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Removing Cherry stains

Our NY campground site is under cherry and apple trees. We use a boat cover as an awning covering all but the front of the trailer. On the front we have cherry stains that I have tried many cleaning...
Forum: General Chat 08-15-2023, 06:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,271
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
I agree with the tent. As a parent of 3 boys (now...

I agree with the tent. As a parent of 3 boys (now responsible adults) they not only stayed in a tent but were not even allowed in the camper except in extreme conditions and then under strict...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-11-2023, 10:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,838
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
We have almost 65K tow miles on our 2012 Lil'...

We have almost 65K tow miles on our 2012 Lil' Snoozy. All miles towed by a 2001 Jeep Cherokee 4 liter in-line six cylinder, 5 spd purchased in Texas 2011 with 38K miles at time of purchase.
Cherokee...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-05-2023, 07:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,851
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
No advantage to higher octane. Make certain your...

No advantage to higher octane. Make certain your spark plug wires, spark plugs, e.t.c. are in good shape. Use some good fuel injector cleaner. If nothing improves do a compression test to see if...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 01-11-2023, 08:09 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,052
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
I realize this thread is about anti skunk recipes...

I realize this thread is about anti skunk recipes but wanted to comment on Samoyeds. I have seen very few that have been trained obedient to what I would consider for any dog I owned.
Exceptions to...
Forum: Money Matters 08-29-2022, 07:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,951
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Thanks! Good to know.

Thanks! Good to know.
Forum: Money Matters 08-29-2022, 05:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,951
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
I find that having EZ Pass and Sun Pass for...

I find that having EZ Pass and Sun Pass for Florida is all I have ever needed. A few years ago I was told by an official at Sun Pass that they were working on a reciprocal agreement with EZ Pass. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-27-2022, 06:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,205
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Is there a brand name? I tried to find this...

Is there a brand name? I tried to find this product and could only find glass cleaner. Thanks
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-25-2022, 06:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,205
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
I wouldn't worry about replacing removed decals....

I wouldn't worry about replacing removed decals. Casita isn't paying anyone that I am aware of to advertise for them. It may just be me, but I wouldn't loose a minute of sleep to lose my Lil' Snoozy...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-02-2022, 07:34 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,160
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Imagine that! Thank you

Imagine that! Thank you
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-02-2022, 04:40 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,160
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
I don't know if they offered a tow package on a...

I don't know if they offered a tow package on a Maverick. Mine had the larger of the 3 different engines offered with the 250 cu.in. I don't remember how much horsepower but it could barely get out...
Forum: General Chat 06-22-2022, 11:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,216
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
I have. I found Boston to be even worse.

I have. I found Boston to be even worse.
Forum: General Chat 06-22-2022, 11:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,216
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Problem is that those gauges are most beneficial...

Problem is that those gauges are most beneficial while informing you when to get off of the throttle and not for determining mpg.
My experience with those gauges has been to not be even remotely...
Forum: General Chat 06-16-2022, 09:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,216
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Agreed!

Agreed!
Forum: General Chat 06-16-2022, 06:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,216
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
I'm not sure what point it is you are trying to...

I'm not sure what point it is you are trying to make. People drive slower than they used to? People are in the wrong lane? The center lane isn't any different than the outside lane? Speed limits are...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-25-2022, 04:31 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,875
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
I agree whole heartedly! I have owned three dogs....

I agree whole heartedly! I have owned three dogs. The first a German Shephard that was obedience trained as well as taught that he was not a guard or protector. It took from puppyhood to almost two...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 04-25-2022, 01:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,614
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
To make my point, just today, a camper came in...

To make my point, just today, a camper came in beside us. They have a dog that seems like a nice dog, friendly and all, but not trained. It keeps wandering from their camp site to visit. The owner...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 04-24-2022, 07:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,614
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
I often see camp hosts in State, National...

I often see camp hosts in State, National Forrest, and private campgrounds with dogs. State campgrounds may depend upon rules of that particular state.
We do spend much time at a campground in...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-16-2022, 09:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,015
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Might work in a dry climate, but not here where...

Might work in a dry climate, but not here where summer temperatures can reach 90 with 90% humidity.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-15-2022, 11:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,070
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Thank you for the image. I have not had an issue...

Thank you for the image. I have not had an issue but it looks like preventative measures project I should take on.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-07-2022, 11:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,031
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
I agree wholeheartedly. Lack of a propane stove...

I agree wholeheartedly. Lack of a propane stove limits your cooking options when boondocking for meal preparation while camped behind a Cracker Barrel, Walmart, car dealership, e.t.c. for quick...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-05-2022, 05:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,070
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Air Doug Did your air conditioner enclosure...

Air Doug
Did your air conditioner enclosure have a vent on 3 sides?
I am curious as to what you mean by opening the enclosure while explaining what you did.
Bill
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-30-2022, 01:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,242
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Travellers I'm curious how much your range...

Travellers

I'm curious how much your range is reduced while towing with an E auto. My sister-in-law just purchased one and she sometimes caravans in our travels.
Will she be able to do 300 mile...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-29-2022, 09:47 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,568
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Amen! I'm glad I don't live near people that lack...

Amen! I'm glad I don't live near people that lack a common sense understanding of this basic concept.
I'm not saying that a person's property, when located in a residential area, should look like a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-29-2022, 07:18 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,841
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Propane gauges are notoriously inaccurate. For...

Propane gauges are notoriously inaccurate. For this reason I use a fiberglass tank that allows me to view contents after dark with a flashlight shined on the tank. I highly recommend fiberglass tanks...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-28-2022, 03:14 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,568
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Did not give thought to a bear problem. We just...

Did not give thought to a bear problem. We just deal with white tail deer that do not get in the garbage but do eat anything we try to grow when they aren't colliding with our cars.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-28-2022, 01:54 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,568
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Wow! Perhaps a neighbor reported you to the...

Wow! Perhaps a neighbor reported you to the garbage police because he or she didn't do the same.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-28-2022, 09:32 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,568
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
Sorry, and I mean no offence, but I do find your...

Sorry, and I mean no offence, but I do find your position odd as a trailer owner. How bad can a trailer in good repair look and I am curious on what ground you base your position?

Is a trailer in...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-28-2022, 06:08 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,568
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
We once lived in a village that didn't allow...

We once lived in a village that didn't allow trailers parked outside of a garage. Being a village, I doubt if any garages were large enough for a trailer. We parked ours in a portion of driveway that...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-24-2022, 06:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,071
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
I once ruined a fine finish on a mandolin with...

I once ruined a fine finish on a mandolin with alcohol while trying to remove an unwanted sticker, but never burnt a hole in anything.
Forum: General Chat 03-14-2022, 12:47 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,665
Posted By Bill in Pittsburgh
All of those you mentioned but rely upon good old...

All of those you mentioned but rely upon good old fashion creativity when sources you referred to failed (see post #6 in this thread).
Back in our pop-up tent trailer days having a plan was more...
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