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09-21-2019, 11:07 AM
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Our second trip to SW USA- Advice please!
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Losthwy
I have been fortunate to visit virtually every...
I have been fortunate to visit virtually every national park in the lower 48 and a few in Canada. Here is my 00.02. Here is a short list of my favorites. Yellowstone,
Banff, Zion (if you only see...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
07-11-2019, 10:12 AM
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Need advice on replacing lead battery to AGM or Lithium?
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Losthwy
Thanks for replies. It does seem lithium is a bit...
Thanks for replies. It does seem lithium is a bit pricey.
Reason for possible change is old battery not holding power like it use to.
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
07-10-2019, 10:36 AM
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Need advice on replacing lead battery to AGM or Lithium?
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Losthwy
Need advice on replacing lead battery to AGM or Lithium?
Here is my current setup. 13 ft Casitas
1. I have a standard multi stage charger and a solar panel wire to battery
2. Lead acid battery
3. NO converter. Everything is wire from the battery...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
04-06-2019, 10:43 AM
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Engine Performance
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Losthwy
"Torque, which is often mentioned, is...
"Torque, which is often mentioned, is irrelevant".
A quick Goggle search and a little reading will show that statement is incorrect.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-20-2019, 12:09 PM
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20 Pound Propane Refills vs Exchanges-Tip
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Losthwy
20 Pound Propane Refills vs Exchanges-Tip
I thought I would pass this tip on about propane exchanges vs refills.
When you exchange bottles at stores be aware that those bottles are NOT normally full in such as the bottles from the...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-29-2018, 12:42 PM
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Curtain Tracks instead of rods, no holes in shell!
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Losthwy
I put a film on the kitchen and shower windows...
I put a film on the kitchen and shower windows (stain glass pattern). Has held up well. You can also use a frosted spray paint.
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-29-2018, 12:36 PM
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Wax?
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Losthwy
I also had a sneaking issue with ZEP. Will give...
I also had a sneaking issue with ZEP. Will give the 3M Cleaner/Wax a shot.
Any recommendations on a wax remover?
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-29-2018, 11:53 AM
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Curtain Tracks instead of rods, no holes in shell!
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Losthwy
I went the same shade route as well with...
I went the same shade route as well with sunblock. Ordered them from Home Depot. And used Disc Countersunk Hole Magnets about the same size as a dime to hold the bottom close to the window that I...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
05-30-2015, 01:04 PM
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CO |
2015, July 27-30: Colorado Rocky Mountain Egg Rendezvous
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Losthwy
The date conflicts with a fishing trip, maybe...
The date conflicts with a fishing trip, maybe next year. For those who have not driven Hwy 550 you are in for a treat. The stretch from Durango to Ouray is the most scenic highway drive in Colorado.
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
05-20-2015, 02:47 PM
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Suburban VRX-6X WH (Propane). Anodes the same for all?
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Losthwy
Thanks.
Thanks.
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
05-19-2015, 03:21 PM
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Suburban VRX-6X WH (Propane). Anodes the same for all?
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Losthwy
Suburban VRX-6X WH (Propane). Anodes the same for all?
I got a Suburban VRX-6X propane water heater (1990 Casitas model). Will all the anodes for Surburbans work or do I need a another anode?
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-24-2014, 07:35 AM
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Like Magic! More Space!
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Losthwy
This thread got me thinking. Some items I use are...
This thread got me thinking. Some items I use are stored in the hard to get to low shelves. I'm off the grid 95% of the time. And the comment that a microwave is redundant, especially in a limited...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
10-23-2014, 10:06 PM
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Battery setup: is it safe? How to charge?
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Losthwy
Why not properly set up your battery? It's way...
Why not properly set up your battery? It's way cheaper and quite unlike generators. They have no operating hour restrictions in campgrounds. You don't have to feed batteries gas and they are low...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
10-22-2014, 06:10 PM
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Battery setup: is it safe? How to charge?
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Losthwy
I mounted a battery box on the tongue. It has a...
I mounted a battery box on the tongue. It has a with a 3 stage charger (that is what you should use) and a solar panel connection so I don't have to open the box to charge the battery. I never have...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-18-2014, 09:40 PM
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Lights go off when pump is turned on (12V)
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Posted By
Losthwy
It was the converter. I removed it and separated...
It was the converter. I removed it and separated the 120 v and 12 v systems. Worked just fine.
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-16-2014, 07:37 AM
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What Power Converters ?
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Posted By
Losthwy
Neat, professional looking work. Where are you...
Neat, professional looking work. Where are you folks getting your battery meters?
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-14-2014, 01:29 PM
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What Power Converters ?
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Posted By
Losthwy
Thanks for the info. I was mistaken that the 30...
Thanks for the info. I was mistaken that the 30 amp plug was 240V.
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-14-2014, 09:09 AM
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What Power Converters ?
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Posted By
Losthwy
Question When plugged in at home on a shore...
Question
When plugged in at home on a shore 120V outlet. The converter "adjusts" and you get get 120V power to the outlets. Without the converter there is no power. For those that separated the...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-14-2014, 08:10 AM
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vinyl tile floor
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1,690
Posted By
Losthwy
X2 I put it in two trailers and a few other...
X2
I put it in two trailers and a few other projects. There are cheaper options than Allure such as linoleum and the peel n stick. But Allure is easier to install (Utility knife and square), looks...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-13-2014, 06:58 AM
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Lights go off when pump is turned on (12V)
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Posted By
Losthwy
The delay of the lights coming on makes sense...
The delay of the lights coming on makes sense it's a delay of a fuse resetting. Where would this fuse be and what does it look like?
Can you test a pump?
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-13-2014, 06:42 AM
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What Power Converters ?
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5,729
Posted By
Losthwy
I like this idea. I dry camp 90% of the time...
I like this idea.
I dry camp 90% of the time and already have a 3 stage charger (in battery box) and solar panel.
When doing this do you fuse each 12V appliance on separate fuses? If so, where...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-12-2014, 07:51 PM
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Lights go off when pump is turned on (12V)
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Posted By
Losthwy
I will check the connections.
I will check the connections.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-10-2014, 09:07 PM
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Lights go off when pump is turned on (12V)
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Posted By
Losthwy
Lights go off when pump is turned on (12V)
1990 Casita. When running off the battery the lights go off (pump doesn't run) when I turn on the pump. If I turn off the water pump the lights will go back on after a short delay. New fully charged...
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
09-04-2014, 02:42 PM
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10
City and Gravity water inlets. Who makes good ones?
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Posted By
Losthwy
Oops wrong link posted. edited.
Oops wrong link posted. edited.
Forum:
Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
09-04-2014, 07:38 AM
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City and Gravity water inlets. Who makes good ones?
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1,592
Posted By
Losthwy
Here's what I ordered, thanks for the info. ...
Here's what I ordered, thanks for the info.
Ambassador 316 Stainless City Water inlet
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HTWP59S/ref=pe_385040_30332200_TE_item
Gem Deck fill inlet. The only metal...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
09-03-2014, 02:43 PM
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Trojan Batteries SCS vs T-1275
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5,223
Posted By
Losthwy
I agree with Byron all batteries will succumb to...
I agree with Byron all batteries will succumb to be under charged and I would try to find a way to charge in the trailer. That said the Trojan SCS 150 are 50 lb. though much less capacity.
Forum:
Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
09-03-2014, 01:55 PM
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10
City and Gravity water inlets. Who makes good ones?
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1,592
Posted By
Losthwy
The marine SS inlets are very nice. Never would...
The marine SS inlets are very nice. Never would of thought looking for inlets at marine stores. On my trailer there is an overflow tube connected to the gravity fill inlet. Should I find one with an...
Forum:
Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
09-03-2014, 12:21 PM
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10
City and Gravity water inlets. Who makes good ones?
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1,592
Posted By
Losthwy
City and Gravity water inlets. Who makes good ones?
I'm going to replace my city and gravity water inlets. Who makes good ones and where do I get them?
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-02-2014, 09:57 PM
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Some mods of 1990 Casita
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Posted By
Losthwy
I bolted a 1x2 oak boards to the wall and used...
I bolted a 1x2 oak boards to the wall and used the plastic clips that are made for the wire shelves to mount the wire shelves to them. The left side I drilled holes in the wood partition wall for the...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-02-2014, 07:05 PM
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Some mods of 1990 Casita
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Losthwy
Just edited OP with pics.
Just edited OP with pics.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-02-2014, 03:20 PM
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Some mods of 1990 Casita
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Posted By
Losthwy
Some mods of 1990 Casita
Photo 1- Vinyl Alure Flooring over carpet. The kind that stick together.
Photo 2- Levolor Blinds (Mocha) with magnets to hold bottom in place.
Photo 3- Wire Shelves. Oak 1x2 bolted to back wall...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
09-02-2014, 03:00 PM
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Moving Battery to Tongue
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3,805
Posted By
Losthwy
Here is a photo of the box mounted.There are two...
Here is a photo of the box mounted.There are two wires coming out of the side 3/8" factory hole. Blue wire with yellow plug for the charger and a small black wire (hard to see) for the solar...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
09-02-2014, 02:43 PM
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16
Trojan Batteries SCS vs T-1275
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5,223
Posted By
Losthwy
14 years and still going. That is impressive.
14 years and still going. That is impressive.
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
09-02-2014, 02:14 PM
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Trojan Batteries SCS vs T-1275
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5,223
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Losthwy
Trojan Batteries SCS vs T-1275
I got a reply from Trojan regarding what battery I should get. After a couple of emails I decided on the T-1275. Trojan said they use the same plates as the T-105 and have 2X the cycle life of the...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
08-31-2014, 08:47 AM
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Battery Learning Site
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Losthwy
Informative site. I would suggest "Handy Bob's...
Informative site. I would suggest "Handy Bob's Blog" before buying a battery or solar unit as well. One point is AGM batteries are not his first choice. "Your charge system has to be set at a lower...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
08-27-2014, 06:27 PM
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Moving Battery to Tongue
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3,805
Posted By
Losthwy
I got the box mounted. Removed the hose carrier,...
I got the box mounted. Removed the hose carrier, moved the propane tanks towards the front fas as possible. Just enough room. With the help of a couple of cutting/grinding wheels, a cordless drill to...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
08-25-2014, 06:02 AM
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Moving Battery to Tongue
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Posted By
Losthwy
Nice clean job Bob. Space is tight on the tongue....
Nice clean job Bob. Space is tight on the tongue. I may have to move the propane tanks which would give 2" more room. The hose carrier will have to be moved, no biggie. I did find this aluminum...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
08-24-2014, 01:25 PM
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Moving Battery to Tongue
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Losthwy
Moving Battery to Tongue
Anyone moved their battery to the tongue? If so how did you mount it/modify the tongue area?
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-21-2014, 09:01 PM
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What To Use to Remove Old Decals
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14,238
Posted By
Losthwy
Thanks for the info. I tried some decal remover...
Thanks for the info. I tried some decal remover and white gas. Both took off the blue but not the film under it. I'll try the hair dryer.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-20-2014, 09:42 PM
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What To Use to Remove Old Decals
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14,238
Posted By
Losthwy
What To Use to Remove Old Decals
What do you use to remove old decals from fiberglass?
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-17-2014, 11:35 PM
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Blinds for Casita
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13,488
Posted By
Losthwy
I went with the Levolar light blocking cellular...
I went with the Levolar light blocking cellular in with the cord. Lifetime guarantee. And adding magnets to keep them in place. Not cheap but very nice.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-10-2014, 01:06 PM
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Blinds for Casita
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Losthwy
I've been looking at the cordless Levolor...
I've been looking at the cordless Levolor cellular blinds with the block out option.
Lowes has them on sale until the 25th at 20% off. Anybody here have cellular blinds installed in their trailer?
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General Chat
08-10-2014, 07:27 AM
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Dump Station Map for US and Canada.
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Losthwy
Dump Station Map for US and Canada.
Interactive map for US and Canada dump stations. Free, pay, and guests only are colored coded for easy locating.
Sanidumps: Regional RV Dump Station Map (https://www.sanidumps.com/maps/help.php)
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-09-2014, 05:35 PM
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Blinds for Casita
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Losthwy
How are these holding up? They are reasonably...
How are these holding up? They are reasonably priced even with the blackout and the Top Down/Bottom Up option. The Levolor I looked at in Lowes were very nice but about 25% more.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-08-2014, 06:56 PM
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Add solar?
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Losthwy
This link has a lot of good info. The RV...
This link has a lot of good info.
The RV Battery Charging Puzzle « HandyBob's Blog (https://handybobsolar.wordpress.com/the-rv-battery-charging-puzzle-2/)
These are nice all in one portable...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-07-2014, 03:08 PM
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Blinds for Casita
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13,488
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Losthwy
I pick the unit up on the 12th in N.M.(haven't...
I pick the unit up on the 12th in N.M.(haven't see it in person) and will be back home on the 17th. Will let you know what condition they are in when I get back.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-07-2014, 03:03 PM
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Blinds for Casita
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Losthwy
Would like to know what brand they installed....
Would like to know what brand they installed. Thanks.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-06-2014, 03:44 PM
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Blinds for Casita
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13,488
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Losthwy
Thanks, ordered some samples of the light...
Thanks, ordered some samples of the light blocking pleated.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
08-06-2014, 11:27 AM
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Blinds for Casita
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13,488
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Losthwy
Blinds for Casita
I just purchased a 16 ft 1990 Casita. Will be picking it up in a few days. It currently has curtains but would like to install aluminuim blinds. Will any blinds work or is this something that I...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-05-2014, 09:09 PM
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Question on Scamp bunk beds width? Wide enough for adult?
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Losthwy
Thanks. Are the side dinettes are 24" wide as...
Thanks. Are the side dinettes are 24" wide as well?
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