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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-03-2023, 12:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 674
Posted By arlon
Like to find something along those lines but with...

Like to find something along those lines but with screen sides and solid removable panels for bad weather. Biggest need is bug free space to sit outside that still lets some air through but not so...
Forum: General Chat 05-16-2020, 01:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,835
Posted By arlon
Resurrecting the Casita

We got the Casita in 2012 and around 2016 we got a larger travel trailer and we sort of moth balled the Casita. We did a few trips in the new trailer then I retired and did a lot of van camping. A...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 07-15-2014, 09:33 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,799
Posted By arlon
Brian, I cheat. I have an old manual focus 600m...

Brian, I cheat. I have an old manual focus 600m F4 lens and use a Nikon 201 2X TC on a Nikon D800E. Lens is an oldie but still a good one. I shoot the moon a few stops under exposed so I can increase...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 07-15-2014, 08:42 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,799
Posted By arlon
Another shot of the super moon done with a lot of...

Another shot of the super moon done with a lot of lens (600mm + 2x TC).


Click image for a larger version.
https://www.pbase.com/arlon/image/156547525/large.jpg...
Forum: General Chat 07-09-2014, 01:33 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,516
Posted By arlon
Hard to beat a diesel for towing but I doubt I'd...

Hard to beat a diesel for towing but I doubt I'd ever buy a new smog model. You might consider looking for one of the older diesels. I have an old pre smog Dodge/Cummins that has been extremely...
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 06-26-2014, 12:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,984
Posted By arlon
On the kayak storage issue, I use an AIRE...

On the kayak storage issue, I use an AIRE inflatable kayak (not a pool toy). It folds up into a small tub I can put about anyplace.
Forum: Fulltiming in a Molded Fiberglass Trailer 04-28-2014, 11:47 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,163
Posted By arlon
I suspect the lack of potty will be much easier...

I suspect the lack of potty will be much easier on you than Bonnie.. I have an old van I use a lot for solo camping, my night potty is an empty bottle.. My wife would simply rather stay home than be...
Forum: Money Matters 04-01-2014, 06:25 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 31,197
Posted By arlon
It's not the trailer I'm worried about. I'm...

It's not the trailer I'm worried about. I'm worried about that little old lady that just wants a look inside and then bust her head on the low door and falls out, breaking several bones when they...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 03-18-2014, 03:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,329
Posted By arlon
Rock Hound State Park in NM is one state park I...

Rock Hound State Park in NM is one state park I know of where they ask you to take rocks instead of putting you in jail for doing it.

Rock Hound State Park, a New Mexico park located nearby...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-27-2014, 11:23 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,486
Posted By arlon
You wouldn't have to tow it, you could just put...

You wouldn't have to tow it, you could just put it in the bed.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-27-2014, 09:50 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,486
Posted By arlon
That's the ticket if you can find the 2.0 eco...

That's the ticket if you can find the 2.0 eco boost engine with towing package. The other 90% of Escapes on the lots are rated at 1500lbs. Our Edge is rated at 2000 lbs. I would not tow my Casita...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-26-2014, 01:50 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,486
Posted By arlon
If you like the outdoors, look for something in...

If you like the outdoors, look for something in 4wd/AWD, opens a lot of territory for boon docking and hitting backroads from camp. Can't imagine towing much of anything with an Escape. We have a V6...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-07-2014, 10:56 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,699
Posted By arlon
I think it won't be a pleasant experience.. for...

I think it won't be a pleasant experience.. for the you or the 2001 CRV. As for the "similar" vehicle, I'd have to see what that was before making an opinion.

I have towed with less vehicle than...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-03-2014, 02:28 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,639
Posted By arlon
When I had the 5th wheel, the only solution I...

When I had the 5th wheel, the only solution I could come up with was an AIRE inflatable kayak. It works good but now I have a TT and could easily tote a hard shell. If you carry anything other than...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-03-2014, 08:15 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,639
Posted By arlon
A 5th wheel tows better, no doubt about that....

A 5th wheel tows better, no doubt about that. That being said there are always trade off. We towed a 28' 5th wheel before getting the Casita and from bumper to bumper there isn't but a few feet...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 01-29-2014, 09:37 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,799
Posted By arlon
Geese are on the move.. ...

Geese are on the move..

https://www.pbase.com/arlon/image/149078131/large.jpg


Actually total fabrication. I used a pic of geese and one of my moon pics to make this total fake image.. (-:}
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-27-2014, 07:41 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 12,633
Posted By arlon
I'd have to go with one that had a dealer most...

I'd have to go with one that had a dealer most willing to work with my needs for a SOLO rig. I would NOT want a queen bed taking up a lot of space. I want a full time bed that fit ME. I'd want as...
Forum: Classified Archives 01-23-2014, 12:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,017
Posted By arlon
I recently got a set of the folding 120w panels...

I recently got a set of the folding 120w panels from solarblvd. Looked like a pretty good deal for $190 delivered. Everything needed to "plug and play". I wanted the portable unit so I could use it...
Forum: General Chat 01-23-2014, 10:12 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 20,520
Posted By arlon
Well, guess what I'm going to do this evening?...

Well, guess what I'm going to do this evening? Yep, I'm going to crawl under my trailer and give the frame a good once over. Glad this turned out the way it did. In the end the repair will just be...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 01-16-2014, 09:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 14,536
Posted By arlon
I just ordered a 120 watt portable solar charger....

I just ordered a 120 watt portable solar charger. I wanted portable because I camp out of my van as much as the Casita, more so off the grid. The portable charger should help keep me charged up on...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-16-2014, 08:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,302
Posted By arlon
Have a trailer valet, useless on grass or...

Have a trailer valet, useless on grass or anything other than solid concrete. No way to get traction with the tiny wheels. I store my trailer in the yard and use a garden tractor to move it around...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 01-13-2014, 12:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,210
Posted By arlon
Have one, love it. Paid a lot more for it.

Have one, love it. Paid a lot more for it.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-09-2014, 09:52 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,076
Posted By arlon
One towing package isn't anothers. My Astro van...

One towing package isn't anothers. My Astro van came with a towing package that included a hitch, wiring, 3.73 gears, rear differential locker, 4 core radiator and trans cooler. WAY cheaper to have...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-08-2014, 04:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,944
Posted By arlon
I built a 17 boat (glass/wood) and used the "roll...

I built a 17 boat (glass/wood) and used the "roll and tip" approach. With a few coats and some light sanding, looked like factory gelcoat.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-17-2013, 08:53 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,519
Posted By arlon
Might also consider adding air bags to stiffen...

Might also consider adding air bags to stiffen the rear suspension. They did wonders for towing with my truck and van. I also run E rated tires on both of them. My Astro van rides a little rough with...
Forum: General Chat 12-09-2013, 07:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,114
Posted By arlon
I like the van approach but the VW van won't be...

I like the van approach but the VW van won't be missed by me. If they had ever done it right in the first place they might have been a better option. TDI SYNCRO or maybe a 1.8 turbo Syncro would have...
Forum: General Chat 11-19-2013, 02:31 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,041
Posted By arlon
My Trailer size -------17' Casita Tow rig ...

My Trailer size -------17' Casita
Tow rig
Make ------------------Dodge
Model------------------2500 quad cab
Eng size ---------------5.9 diesel
Stick or Auto ----------auto
2 wheel...
Forum: General Chat 11-18-2013, 08:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,990
Posted By arlon
Doesn't matter, Bob is dead. An 18 wheeler that...

Doesn't matter, Bob is dead. An 18 wheeler that was speeding came around a curve at 55mph in 45mph speed zone. The 18 wheeler couldn't stop fast enough and ran over Bob and his family who were...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-18-2013, 08:19 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 34,202
Posted By arlon
My trip last month from Midland up to Cloudcroft...

My trip last month from Midland up to Cloudcroft and down to Alamogordo and back averaged a bit over 20mpg. I usually average closer to 20 but I'm almost always at 70mph. Tow into NM means a lot of...
Forum: Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales 10-29-2013, 10:37 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,906
Posted By arlon
Those tall narrow tires cut through the mud and...

Those tall narrow tires cut through the mud and get down to solid ground. Big wide tires have to move too much slop and don't get down through it. Always amazed me what those tall narrow tires on...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 10-02-2013, 11:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,871
Posted By arlon
Three river also has several RV sites there. Nice...

Three river also has several RV sites there. Nice to stay there and take your timewalking the place. I've spent a hundred hrs in there and not seen half of it yet. Plan to take tha Casita there for a...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 10-02-2013, 06:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,871
Posted By arlon
Three Rivers is a cool place to visit and well...

Three Rivers is a cool place to visit and well within my 2 hr circle. Here are some of my pics from 3 rivers Three Rivers Petroglyph site Photo Gallery by Arlon at pbase.com...
Forum: General Chat 09-25-2013, 03:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,806
Posted By arlon
Not glass but I like the concept.

Why don't we get toyota diesels over here?

GALL BOYS AUSTRALIAN 4X4 ADVENTURE - FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND - 4X4 OFFROAD 4WD - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk6KJXeOM0k&feature=related)
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 09-24-2013, 10:11 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,799
Posted By arlon
Pics from a 4 day trip to Oliver Lee SP near...

Pics from a 4 day trip to Oliver Lee SP near Alamogordo in here: Trip to Oliver Lee Sp in New Mexico. Photo Gallery by Arlon at pbase.com (https://www.pbase.com/arlon/oliver_lee)
Forum: General Chat 09-23-2013, 07:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,026
Posted By arlon
Even cheaper and easier to add air bags that can...

Even cheaper and easier to add air bags that can be inflated when needed. They also don't affect the ride when unloaded. I have air bags on my van and truck, wouldn't trade them anything.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 09-23-2013, 07:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,871
Posted By arlon
Oliver Lee SP near Alamogordo.

Took our Casita camper to Oliver Lee State Park just south of Alamogordo New Mexico for the weekend. Park is in a great location to use as a base camp for road trips in the area. I consider anything...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-19-2013, 07:42 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,428
Posted By arlon
Superglide 5th wheel hitch

Doubt anyone here needs one but just in case someone does.. I'm selling a slightly used Superglide 5th wheel sliding receiver. Biggest problem is that it's in Midland and I really don't want to try...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-17-2013, 01:48 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,096
Posted By arlon
Only truck I might consider selling my old...

Only truck I might consider selling my old cummins for. The 03 is a great truck and mileage is amazing considering what it is but I'm really liking the looks of the new V6. I can see myself selling...
Forum: General Chat 07-03-2013, 11:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,808
Posted By arlon
Heck, it was her idea...

Heck, it was her idea...
Forum: General Chat 07-03-2013, 09:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,808
Posted By arlon
Hiking, wear panty hose. Wish the made them in...

Hiking, wear panty hose. Wish the made them in mens sizes and simply labeled them "tick protectors".. Look silly but I won't tell anyone and they will keep tick and chiggers off your legs and less...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-02-2013, 02:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,400
Posted By arlon
I like the little turbo motors. My son as an 03...

I like the little turbo motors. My son as an 03 20th anniv edition GTI. In the 8th mile it out runs his friends SRT8 Challenger.. GTI has a posi and few other things, very quick and still gets close...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-01-2013, 11:14 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,634
Posted By arlon
I'm waiting for the new dodge 1/2 ton diesel....

I'm waiting for the new dodge 1/2 ton diesel. Might actually trade in the 3/4 ton cummins when the new 1/2 ton comes out. I'll keep using the cummins until something better comes along.. So far,...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-05-2013, 11:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,003
Posted By arlon
I can appreciate having one "find you". Mine fell...

I can appreciate having one "find you". Mine fell in my lap when a FB friend announced he was going to sell his Casita early one Sunday morning. He only lived a few miles away and it was mine within...
Forum: General Chat 06-03-2013, 12:00 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,160
Posted By arlon
Going solo, I'd just look for an old van and turn...

Going solo, I'd just look for an old van and turn it into a DIY camper. I have an AWD Astro van that I did a few slight mods for overnighting. It is the perfect vehicle for me when I'm doing a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-03-2013, 06:45 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,227
Posted By arlon
I just cut a pair of pvc pipes to fit in the...

I just cut a pair of pvc pipes to fit in the table stand holes and was done with it. I was concerned about breaking the table but with the pvc pipes bracing the the middle of the table it just...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 05-23-2013, 08:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,926
Posted By arlon
Never seen another one (in person). We removed...

Never seen another one (in person). We removed the top bunk, it was just in the way for us. Now thinking about adding some storage space near the roof like all the others have.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 05-20-2013, 09:55 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,924
Posted By arlon
The worst place I've camped was still pretty darn...

The worst place I've camped was still pretty darn good.
Forum: General Chat 05-18-2013, 10:14 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,869
Posted By arlon
I have two coolers I use a lot. A larger Engle...

I have two coolers I use a lot. A larger Engle that holds ice for 3-4 days and a small Yeti that will hold ice 2-3 days. The engle is lighter than the yeti of the same size and had better specs on...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-16-2013, 07:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,954
Posted By arlon
That's the one.

That's the one.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-15-2013, 08:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,954
Posted By arlon
Just had the front end gone through a few months...

Just had the front end gone through a few months ago. I really doubt there is an issue up there. I'm thinking these are just more flexible tires than I'm used to. I'm going to try bumping the front...
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