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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-29-2020, 03:26 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,775
Posted By WizWid
"Every trailer coach or camp trailer with a GVW...

"Every trailer coach or camp trailer with a GVW of 1,500 lbs. or more must be equipped with brakes on at least 2 wheels..."

https://drivinglaws.aaa.com/tag/trailer-brakes/
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-25-2020, 05:26 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,577
Posted By WizWid
OK. I give up. The question was does it work...

OK. I give up. The question was does it work well at sea level on propane. The fact that it gets down to 57 degrees at 5000 feet does not tell me anything.
Thanks for playing though! :)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-22-2020, 12:38 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,577
Posted By WizWid
I cannot tell if you ever answered this simple...

I cannot tell if you ever answered this simple question......
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-22-2020, 03:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,772
Posted By WizWid
That is correct. It is a house, not a car. ...

That is correct.
It is a house, not a car.
Black is the "hot" wire in your house.....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-20-2020, 12:12 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,577
Posted By WizWid
Please answer post #12.

Please answer post #12.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-20-2020, 01:28 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,577
Posted By WizWid
Does it work well, on propane, at Sea level?

Does it work well, on propane, at Sea level?
Forum: General Chat 06-13-2020, 01:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,018
Posted By WizWid
Say what??

Say what??
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-29-2020, 06:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,636
Posted By WizWid
Phone Claire on (469)312-1222 and leave a...

Phone Claire on (469)312-1222 and leave a message.
She will get back to you.

Jim
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Information 04-28-2020, 11:23 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,151
Posted By WizWid
Nope. Just that those numbers are irrelevant to...

Nope.
Just that those numbers are irrelevant to the subject under discussion.

How about the
average number of Americans killed by viruses each Winter, (Nov thru April)
versus the
number of...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Information 04-28-2020, 09:19 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,151
Posted By WizWid
Analogies are fun. Not sure of the value of...

Analogies are fun.

Not sure of the value of the apples/oranges type stuff.
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Information 04-28-2020, 08:59 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,151
Posted By WizWid
I didn't realize the whole population of America...

I didn't realize the whole population of America was in Vietnam.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-28-2020, 02:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,674
Posted By WizWid
Of course they work in shade. Same way as you...

Of course they work in shade.
Same way as you will get sunburn on cloudy days.
Just takes longer.
If you can see, there is light energy out there to be harvested.
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Information 04-27-2020, 03:50 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 8,114
Posted By WizWid
Yep. 25c/day for 4x100 mile tows/year adds up. ...

Yep.
25c/day for 4x100 mile tows/year adds up.
Its a hard juggling act.
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Information 04-27-2020, 09:07 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 8,114
Posted By WizWid
Blimey! How long was that tow? AAA+ will tow...

Blimey! How long was that tow?
AAA+ will tow 200 miles.....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-23-2020, 12:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,400
Posted By WizWid
Yeah right. No holes in it for plumbing etc I...

Yeah right.
No holes in it for plumbing etc I suppose.
Why all the threads about floor rot in Casitas then?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-16-2020, 05:26 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,844
Posted By WizWid
Pat, As I understand it, what you have said...

Pat,

As I understand it, what you have said would be true for batteries in parallel.
But 6V batteries are used in series, to make 12V. If one goes bad, you just get less than 12V from the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-15-2020, 12:20 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,844
Posted By WizWid
Why? Please explain. Thanks!

Why? Please explain.
Thanks!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-13-2020, 09:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,635
Posted By WizWid
Can you point me at something to back statement...

Can you point me at something to back statement that up?
Has anyone had a panel stolen?
Mine was run over - a cable wouldn't have helped that situation.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-14-2020, 09:18 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,727
Posted By WizWid
AAA will tow up to 200 miles once a year.....

AAA will tow up to 200 miles once a year.....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-06-2020, 12:56 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,528
Posted By WizWid
Dont understand that part. AAA covers you and...

Dont understand that part.
AAA covers you and ANY vehicle you are in.
So, by extension is covers every vehicle in the country.
Why did you switch?
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 02-06-2020, 09:34 AM
Replies: 7
Wanted: Test Ad Only
Views: 543
Posted By WizWid
While you are testing - could you make the price...

While you are testing - could you make the price and state appear in these summary emails?

Thanks!
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-04-2020, 05:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,662
Posted By WizWid
Anyway - back to the first post, What is a ball...

Anyway - back to the first post, What is a ball hitch?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-04-2020, 05:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,284
Posted By WizWid
Axle seems to be the least of the problems. ...

Axle seems to be the least of the problems.
Less than $1000 will get a new one installed.
But - that paintwork looks awful.
Did it get painted from a rattle-can?

Refinishing that would be a...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 02-02-2020, 03:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,060
Posted By WizWid
Start here: Bluebonnet Casita Rally - Home...

Start here: Bluebonnet Casita Rally - Home (https://www.mfrvg.com/bluebonnet-casita-rally)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-01-2020, 07:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,739
Posted By WizWid
This is just me. This is what I would do. Wait...

This is just me. This is what I would do.
Wait for a sunny day.
Empty it all out - remove mattress - set up diner.
Take lots of pictures, with the blinds up/lights on to make it look big.
Edit...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-01-2020, 07:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,739
Posted By WizWid
Is yours the hoarder trailer with the sideways...

Is yours the hoarder trailer with the sideways pictures?
If so, that could explain it.
Sorry to be brutal, but if I was looking I would skip yours.

Empty it out, take lots of photos, and the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-01-2020, 12:33 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,556
Posted By WizWid
The lack of a fuse is the flippant answer....

The lack of a fuse is the flippant answer....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-30-2020, 07:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,649
Posted By WizWid
Dont waste money on new tanks. Just refill them...

Dont waste money on new tanks.
Just refill them as normal, until they get too old.
Then, and only then, exchange them for younger ones.
Then immediately slice off the plastic wrap they use on...
Forum: General Chat 01-30-2020, 07:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,045
Posted By WizWid
Sell it now while you have the chance. You may...

Sell it now while you have the chance.
You may take a completely different direction after 2 years away....
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 01-26-2020, 12:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,127
Posted By WizWid
What pressure are you running your tires at, and...

What pressure are you running your tires at, and are your wheels balanced?

Jim
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 01-25-2020, 01:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,066
Posted By WizWid
Yep! Its all your fault. Great vehicle.

Yep! Its all your fault.
Great vehicle.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-24-2020, 10:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,316
Posted By WizWid
https://littlehousecustoms.com/store.html#elec ...

https://littlehousecustoms.com/store.html#elec

search in there for ANDERSON DISCONNECT
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 01-20-2020, 08:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,889
Posted By WizWid
To the original poster. Jane - what is your...

To the original poster.
Jane - what is your side of this tale?
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-18-2020, 02:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,972
Posted By WizWid
As a point of reference, with a FACTORY tow...

As a point of reference, with a FACTORY tow package my Durango can tow 6200#. With anything after-market, even dealer-installed, its only 3500#.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 01-18-2020, 09:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,066
Posted By WizWid
Val, I sent you a reply to your private...

Val,

I sent you a reply to your private message 3 days ago...

Jim
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-15-2020, 02:06 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,033
Posted By WizWid
Buy my Durango - its ready to tow and it knows...

Buy my Durango - its ready to tow and it knows how to do it.....

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f97/2017-dodge-durango-sxt-rwd-91200.html#post765369
Forum: General Chat 01-15-2020, 08:14 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 15,445
Posted By WizWid
Tell us more. Are they using stronger rivets?

Tell us more.
Are they using stronger rivets?
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 01-14-2020, 06:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,066
Posted By WizWid
SOLD 2017 Dodge Durango SXT plus

Ready to tow.....

2017 Dodge Durango SXT 4D plus RWD.

V6. 8 speed automatic with paddle shifters.

51K miles. One owner.

No accidents.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-10-2020, 08:53 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,033
Posted By WizWid
Just put that 3rd seat back into my Durango. ...

Just put that 3rd seat back into my Durango.
Its not hard. 6 bolts and one wire.
Forum: General Chat 01-08-2020, 06:26 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,855
Posted By WizWid
Thats not true. Even in a Casita - because they...

Thats not true. Even in a Casita - because they have no storage in the way - you get the whole 6'4" ish width.... (external width is 6'8") Not the height though.
Forum: Money Matters 01-07-2020, 05:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,254
Posted By WizWid
That would be a blast.....for a few days.

That would be a blast.....for a few days.
Forum: General Chat 01-04-2020, 07:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,292
Posted By WizWid
Because using a material that has been used to...

Because using a material that has been used to build airplanes for over 60 years is still cool.
Forum: General Chat 01-01-2020, 07:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,855
Posted By WizWid
The 2002 Bigfoot 17CB that I just sold has a...

The 2002 Bigfoot 17CB that I just sold has a frond bed that is 42 x 78.
I'm 6'2" and had room to spare sleeping and standing up in there. (and showering)

Just another trailer to consider.

Jim
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-01-2020, 01:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,344
Posted By WizWid
Very good advice there. NEVER cover the vents in...

Very good advice there. NEVER cover the vents in your pajamas.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-31-2019, 06:59 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,553
Posted By WizWid
If your tanks are behind the axle, empty them. ...

If your tanks are behind the axle, empty them.

And just adding a sway-bar is a terrible was to try to fix a swaying trailer.
Get it stable, then add the sway-bar for insurance.

What is the...
Forum: General Chat 12-27-2019, 07:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,984
Posted By WizWid
Exactly. And anyway, All publicity is good...

Exactly.
And anyway, All publicity is good publicity.

All the folks I have bumped into with Happier Campers are very pleased with their trailers. That is what really matters.

Jim
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 12-24-2019, 04:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,113
Posted By WizWid
2002 Bigfoot 17CB

2002 Bigfoot 1500 series 17CB

Asking 12,000





Outside
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-24-2019, 03:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,430
Posted By WizWid
I see old tape - but I dont see damaged gel-coat....

I see old tape - but I dont see damaged gel-coat.
Is the tape really pulling off the gel-coat?

Try soaking a bit in mineral spirits, or denatured alcohol.
You might be pleasantly surprised.
If...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-24-2019, 11:16 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,211
Posted By WizWid
Towing my 2002 Bigfoot 17CB with a 2017 Dodge...

Towing my 2002 Bigfoot 17CB with a 2017 Dodge Durango. It doesnt have a tow/haul switch. It just does what it needs to do.....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-24-2019, 10:56 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 15,910
Posted By WizWid
Wiggle/reseat some fuses....

Wiggle/reseat some fuses....
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