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Forum: General Chat 04-22-2014, 11:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,294
Posted By SRD
Might want to also consider the Porsche Cayenne...

Might want to also consider the Porsche Cayenne diesel. That and other short wheel base vehicles with a Hensley make a nice combination.
Forum: General Chat 04-18-2014, 02:15 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,784
Posted By SRD
Actually, some Bigfoot owners have modified their...

Actually, some Bigfoot owners have modified their trailers to accommodate more batteries without removing any of the propane tanks. Check out BOCI. One owner especially put together elaborate...
Forum: Money Matters 04-13-2014, 01:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,907
Posted By SRD
Yes, that was at least 4 months ago. It turned...

Yes, that was at least 4 months ago. It turned out to be a pretty good promotion when coupled with an additional promotion at Camping World.
Forum: General Chat 03-29-2014, 10:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,519
Posted By SRD
Thanks for posting the story of this ahead of its...

Thanks for posting the story of this ahead of its time RV. Another all molded fiberglass motorhome is shown here ...
Coach House Platinum Motorhomes Factory Tour - YouTube...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-27-2014, 09:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,236
Posted By SRD
Nice videos on the Tap Plastics site. Thanks for...

Nice videos on the Tap Plastics site. Thanks for pointing them out.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-27-2014, 09:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,236
Posted By SRD
Another example of painted fiberglass is a camper...

Another example of painted fiberglass is a camper shell. The Leer shell on my pickup has a painted finish to match the truck and has held up better than the finish on my trailer despite being older...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-26-2014, 09:46 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,845
Posted By SRD
Wow, the OP already decided on a Honda. He just...

Wow, the OP already decided on a Honda. He just wanted to know where he could get the best deal.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-26-2014, 05:57 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,845
Posted By SRD
I bought 3 Honda generators over the years and...

I bought 3 Honda generators over the years and each time I had to put some effort into finding the best price. The first one was purchased at a small commercial generator service center that just...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-24-2014, 03:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,236
Posted By SRD
I'm far from being an expert but if in your...

I'm far from being an expert but if in your situation I would consider painting as an option. Gelcoat with pigment, white or otherwise, is a cost effective way of achieving a finish but there are...
Forum: General Chat 03-24-2014, 12:56 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,713
Posted By SRD
Vinyl vs. Acrylic Awning Fabric

I plan to replace the fabric on my awning and need to decide whether to go with the vinyl that I have now or acrylic. Apparently the acrylic breathes better and is cooler but not as waterproof. The...
Forum: General Chat 03-23-2014, 05:55 PM
Replies: 4,018
Views: 620,391
Posted By SRD
I'll betchya it was camping mama.

I'll betchya it was camping mama.
Forum: General Chat 03-21-2014, 09:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,862
Posted By SRD
I think the horses are open range. The 3 of them...

I think the horses are open range. The 3 of them were in front of a motorhome when I arrived. Here's a badly taken picture of the city lights that does not capturethe beauty of the site.
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Forum: General Chat 03-21-2014, 08:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,862
Posted By SRD
I tried to take a picture of the Hualapai Peak...

I tried to take a picture of the Hualapai Peak Ranch campsite but these guys got in the way.
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Forum: General Chat 03-20-2014, 06:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,348
Posted By SRD
Myron has too much time on his hands.

Myron has too much time on his hands.
Forum: General Chat 03-20-2014, 04:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,348
Posted By SRD
Correction - I think the arrow is actually...

Correction - I think the arrow is actually pointing to the Mohave County Landfill in Golden Valley, AZ. The larger cleared area above it in the picture is the Mineral Park Mine.
Forum: General Chat 03-20-2014, 08:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,862
Posted By SRD
Most likely this Mercator Minerals Ltd. - Mineral...

Most likely this Mercator Minerals Ltd. - Mineral Park Mine - Thu Mar 20, 2014 (https://www.mercatorminerals.com/s/MineralParkMine.asp) or the turquoise mine nearby.
Forum: General Chat 03-20-2014, 07:55 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,862
Posted By SRD
Just offering an alternative Bob. But you're...

Just offering an alternative Bob. But you're correct that I probably shouldn't have offered my opinion about staying overnight at Walmart without trying it myself. FYI though, Kingman now has an...
Forum: General Chat 03-19-2014, 08:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,862
Posted By SRD
Walmart Overnight Substitute

I discovered today what might be a good substitute for an overnight stay while traveling through Kingman, AZ. A few miles south of the Stockton Hill Rd. exit on I-40 there is a small BLM campground...
Forum: General Chat 03-19-2014, 09:46 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,784
Posted By SRD
I thought so too but as mentioned before the...

I thought so too but as mentioned before the speed was kept to about 60 mph, actually closer to 55 mph since some of the trip was in California. I keep meticulous records of my gas purchases and...
Forum: General Chat 03-19-2014, 09:12 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,784
Posted By SRD
The average gas mileage while towing my 21'...

The average gas mileage while towing my 21' Bigfoot with a 5.4L F250 on a 2000 mile trip was about 15 mpg. Not exactly gas sipping but certainly better than the 11.5 mpg reported by camping mama...
Forum: General Chat 03-17-2014, 06:48 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,784
Posted By SRD
Yep, that makes a difference - some versus no...

Yep, that makes a difference - some versus no power. If the battery was that drained chances are it needs replacement. Without adding any more I leave you with your Owner's Manual. If one was not...
Forum: General Chat 03-17-2014, 05:31 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,784
Posted By SRD
I forgot to mention that not only will connecting...

I forgot to mention that not only will connecting AC power automatically activate the power switch mentioned earlier but connecting to your tow vehicle with an appropriate power lead will also do the...
Forum: General Chat 03-17-2014, 08:20 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,784
Posted By SRD
I forgot to add about the refrigerator that since...

I forgot to add about the refrigerator that since yours operates only on propane or AC you might ask what is done while traveling. It's OK to operate it with propane but if that concerns you or...
Forum: General Chat 03-17-2014, 08:09 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,784
Posted By SRD
Congratulations camping mama on the maiden voyage...

Congratulations camping mama on the maiden voyage and finding a new tow vehicle. Looks like a Toyota 4x4 but can't tell if it's a Tundra or Tacoma. Incidentally, good choice on getting a 4x4. ...
Forum: General Chat 03-16-2014, 10:10 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,778
Posted By SRD
Dittos on contacting Technomadia, the couple that...

Dittos on contacting Technomadia, the couple that started fulltiming in a small TAB then in a 17' Oliver. Good luck in your search for that perfect or near perfect fit.
Forum: General Chat 03-16-2014, 06:24 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,778
Posted By SRD
Sounds like this feature is important so read on...

Sounds like this feature is important so read on in my post that followed.
Forum: General Chat 03-16-2014, 06:21 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,778
Posted By SRD
If I'm not mistaken the Oliver is about the same...

If I'm not mistaken the Oliver is about the same weight as the Bigfoot. That extra fiberglass inside is heavy. But, as you say, the Bigfoot does have the largest frontal area followed by the Escape...
Forum: General Chat 03-16-2014, 06:08 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,778
Posted By SRD
I've been in the 21' Oliver and can't see how...

I've been in the 21' Oliver and can't see how it's possible to increase the width of the side dinette without closing off the corridor. In those rare situations where you need space for 4 or 2...
Forum: General Chat 03-16-2014, 10:29 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,778
Posted By SRD
Good question Ken. I just assumed it was...

Good question Ken. I just assumed it was painted. Regardless and cost aside, the ideal exterior finish would be painted IMHO.
Forum: General Chat 03-16-2014, 10:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,358
Posted By SRD
Favorite Campsites

Kudos to Arizona Eileen awhile back for recommending the campground at Buckskin Mountain State Park in Arizona after the Quartzsite rally. We really enjoyed our stay there. In preparation to attend...
Forum: General Chat 03-16-2014, 10:04 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 10,778
Posted By SRD
Based on your wish list it seems that the Escape...

Based on your wish list it seems that the Escape 21 or Bigfoot will fit the bill. Besides the rear bed model, Bigfoot also has a front bed layout. They're also a little wider. It'll be interesting...
Forum: General Chat 03-14-2014, 10:07 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,553
Posted By SRD
That's the stadium (Qualcomm) I was referring to...

That's the stadium (Qualcomm) I was referring to in my post. What was unusual about this fire and there were many of them was how far West it reached. The Casita owner I mentioned was in Rancho...
Forum: General Chat 03-14-2014, 09:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,553
Posted By SRD
A member here from San Diego used to post about...

A member here from San Diego used to post about using their Casita once during a brush fire evacuation. They were allowed to set up camp in the stadium parking lot in Mission Valley. This was the...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 03-13-2014, 06:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,068
Posted By SRD
In Arizona (maybe Iowa is the same), if the signs...

In Arizona (maybe Iowa is the same), if the signs are properly posted, they can be arrested for trespassing.
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 03-12-2014, 07:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,068
Posted By SRD
Sort of off topic but we recently moved to a...

Sort of off topic but we recently moved to a rural Arizona community and just discovered that it's completely legal for bow and arrow hunters to enter private property to hunt. Most of the residents...
Forum: General Chat 03-12-2014, 02:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,326
Posted By SRD
Francesca - I don't know if the plumbing is...

Francesca - I don't know if the plumbing is insulated but on our Bigfoot all of the holding tanks and plumbing, dump valves included, are enclosed and heated with ductwork from the propane furnace.
Forum: General Chat 03-12-2014, 12:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,326
Posted By SRD
Good point Carol H, not all molded fiberglass...

Good point Carol H, not all molded fiberglass trailers are created equal. Maybe a comparison with the Casita or Scamp would be a good starting comparison.

MCI - Thanks for the link to the...
Forum: General Chat 03-12-2014, 08:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,326
Posted By SRD
Airstream - Cold interior skin?

Apparently Airstreams have an aluminum frame with aluminum exterior/interior skins. Does this type of construction conduct more heat or cold than our molded fiberglass trailers? Does it make any...
Forum: General Chat 03-12-2014, 08:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,572
Posted By SRD
Tip on how to slow a thief down - get a Hensley...

Tip on how to slow a thief down - get a Hensley Arrow hitch. Makes me want to walk away sometimes after having some difficulty getting the stinger inserted.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-11-2014, 08:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,906
Posted By SRD
Don't get me wrong, I think the Tacoma is a nice...

Don't get me wrong, I think the Tacoma is a nice truck but there's no denying it's a lightweight truck with all of the lightweight truck characteristics, especially when hauling/towing. Not taking...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-10-2014, 08:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,906
Posted By SRD
Ahhh, I remember the days of towing our 17.5CB...

Ahhh, I remember the days of towing our 17.5CB with a V6 Tacoma. Loved the truck but a heavy hauler it ain't. Always felt the trailer was leading the dance and any decent load in the box dropped...
Forum: General Chat 03-09-2014, 05:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,181
Posted By SRD
I've purchased 2 used Bigfoots so far. The first...

I've purchased 2 used Bigfoots so far. The first one I had to travel 1200 miles to pick it up and the second one about 2000 miles. Both were purchased sight unseen with a deposit given. I've found...
Forum: General Chat 03-05-2014, 08:19 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,784
Posted By SRD
But a good kind of nuts, right? Regardless,...

But a good kind of nuts, right? Regardless, congrats on the Bigfoot purchase. You're gonna love it.
Forum: General Chat 03-05-2014, 06:20 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,784
Posted By SRD
Carol H is probably correct with the 10-15% range...

Carol H is probably correct with the 10-15% range but I believe a tongue weight of over 500 lbs will require a Class IV hitch. Not all tow vehicles have this capacity and I believe special attention...
Forum: General Chat 03-05-2014, 02:50 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,784
Posted By SRD
I believe the 21' comes standard with the larger...

I believe the 21' comes standard with the larger tanks and would certainly not have been provided to address the weight distribution problem. If you do a little search here and elsewhere online...
Forum: General Chat 03-05-2014, 09:04 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,784
Posted By SRD
So, Camping Mama, what did you decide?

So, Camping Mama, what did you decide?
Forum: General Chat 03-04-2014, 02:53 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,784
Posted By SRD
My wife and I started off with a 17.5CB and loved...

My wife and I started off with a 17.5CB and loved it except for its sleeping quarters. We just couldn't find an arrangement that was comfortable. We now have a 21RB that's almost perfect for us. I...
Forum: General Chat 02-24-2014, 05:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,687
Posted By SRD
Based on hauling about that much lumber before in...

Based on hauling about that much lumber before in my pickup I questimate that it weighed at least 400 lbs with 75% of the weight behind the trailer's single axle. I don't know the tongue weight of...
Forum: General Chat 02-24-2014, 03:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,687
Posted By SRD
Should I have said something?

I saw something this morning in a supermarket parking lot that gave me cause for concern. A Jeep Wrangler (short wheelbase version) was hitched up to about an 8ft single axle utility trailer. The...
Forum: General Chat 02-24-2014, 02:43 PM
Replies: 4,018
Views: 620,391
Posted By SRD
Saw an Egg Camper heading westbound on I-40 in...

Saw an Egg Camper heading westbound on I-40 in Kingman, AZ.
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