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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-07-2018, 01:11 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 18,935
Posted By Ziggy
While traveling with propane on is legal in every...

While traveling with propane on is legal in every state in the U.S. and it's commonly done, it is restricted in a few areas in Canada.

RVDA of Canada - Provincial RV Regulations...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-07-2018, 01:00 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 18,935
Posted By Ziggy
The majority of TV's can't charge the battery and...

The majority of TV's can't charge the battery and run the fridge while towing. A few can. It depends on the size of your alternator and the wiring to the trailer. It's safe and legal to run your...
Forum: Money Matters 10-01-2017, 10:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,379
Posted By Ziggy
Personally I would never hand someone 10K+ in...

Personally I would never hand someone 10K+ in cash if didn't know them. That's asking for trouble. That forged title can look pretty convincing and your excitement over the new toy can cloud your...
Forum: General Chat 09-01-2017, 10:05 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,514
Posted By Ziggy
I use the Anderson and it's great, but usually...

I use the Anderson and it's great, but usually there are two of us. When I'm by myself I have to keep getting in and out of the truck to check the level. I haven't used the BAL, but if I was going...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-26-2017, 09:52 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 23,978
Posted By Ziggy
Well, not exactly.... Camping Canada Campgrounds...

Well, not exactly.... Camping Canada Campgrounds Canadian Towing Regulations (https://www.camping-canada.com/towing_regulations_e.asp)

If it was a significant leak like a broken propane line the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-10-2017, 03:41 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,194
Posted By Ziggy
The voltage you are seeing is the output fro the...

The voltage you are seeing is the output fro the generator not the battery voltage. You are seeing that because it is hooked up to the terminals of the battery. What's important is what the reading...
Forum: General Chat 08-04-2017, 08:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,099
Posted By Ziggy
It's down right now but overall it's been up and...

It's down right now but overall it's been up and running with a couple of burps since the new system was installed. I also don't care for the new format but that's only because I am old, grumpy and...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-04-2017, 07:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,698
Posted By Ziggy
Yes, the spark stops instantly when the flame...

Yes, the spark stops instantly when the flame starts. Sometimes one or two extra sparks. When I first set mine up I had the same problem. I noticed that if I pulled back slightly away from the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-03-2017, 04:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,698
Posted By Ziggy
stefman I'm on week two traveling with the...

stefman I'm on week two traveling with the reignighter using the original 2193 electrode. (No modification necessary other than cutting off the old piezo connector and adding a .110" female slip-on...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-17-2017, 10:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,698
Posted By Ziggy
On the RM2193 by design the electrode is fixed in...

On the RM2193 by design the electrode is fixed in place. I'm going to look today to see if there is a better workaround. It's a different setup than most Dometics. The electrode is only about 1/8"...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-16-2017, 10:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,698
Posted By Ziggy
I just installed the Dometic (2931132019)...

I just installed the Dometic (2931132019) Re-Igniter on my RM2193 yesterday. Apparently the Atwood is no longer available. So far it's working great. I was surprised that it works with the existing...
Forum: Money Matters 08-24-2016, 11:26 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,368
Posted By Ziggy
If you are in relatively good health ask your...

If you are in relatively good health ask your accountant about the benefits of an HSA (Health Savings Account) Insurance Plan. Advantages: The premiums are about 1/2 of normal Medical insurance. You...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 05-21-2016, 01:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,953
Posted By Ziggy
If you are worried about the decals you can put...

If you are worried about the decals you can put blue painters tape ocer them and hand buff around them after you remove the tape.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-23-2016, 11:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,296
Posted By Ziggy
I don't know about all fiberglass trailers, but...

I don't know about all fiberglass trailers, but with Casita's NADA values are far less than they go for in the real world. What make, model and year are you looking at?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-23-2016, 03:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,889
Posted By Ziggy
Have you read the warning on the Charcoal...

Have you read the warning on the Charcoal bag???:hmm Grilled food contains major carcinogens!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-23-2016, 01:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,889
Posted By Ziggy
"WARNING: This product contains chemicals known...

"WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm."

You will find that warning on virtually everything in...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-23-2016, 01:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,889
Posted By Ziggy
I posted this below my wall of "warning" signs at...

I posted this below my wall of "warning" signs at my restaurant

Warning:
Electing Idiots to Public Office will Result in the Posting the Meaningless Warning Signs Above that no one will Read.
...
Forum: General Chat 03-14-2016, 05:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,244
Posted By Ziggy
We have a 16'SD.. It's perfect for us and we...

We have a 16'SD.. It's perfect for us and we wouldn't trade for a 17. The 16' although only a foot shorter is a much more compact trailer- easy to get into tent sites. Smaller TV needed and better...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 03-09-2016, 01:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,076
Posted By Ziggy
There's a guy in Woodland that rents a 13'. I...

There's a guy in Woodland that rents a 13'. I looked at it before we bought our 16' Casita. Dans Trailers.com (https://www.danstrailers.com/)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-21-2016, 04:10 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,560
Posted By Ziggy
We have a 16' and prefer it to the 17' but the...

We have a 16' and prefer it to the 17' but the 17' does have some advantages like a larger fridge with a freezer, bigger bed and more storage. 13 footers are cute but tiny. Some 13's don't have...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-21-2016, 12:22 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,560
Posted By Ziggy
Most Casitas have showers... We love ours. One...

Most Casitas have showers... We love ours. One option to look for is one with the additional outdoor shower that many have. If you have privacy its great for a morning shower without getting the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-17-2015, 01:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,737
Posted By Ziggy
Those locks WILL prevent honest people from...

Those locks WILL prevent honest people from stealing your trailer..... : )
Forum: Hi, I am.... 12-13-2015, 11:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,575
Posted By Ziggy
This covers just about everything.... It's a...

This covers just about everything.... It's a must have.
A-Z Casita Owner's Guide (https://www.lovemycasita.com/Guide.html)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-01-2015, 11:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,471
Posted By Ziggy
I dislike the ugly and noisy blinds in our...

I dislike the ugly and noisy blinds in our Casita, but they do have an advantage over curtains. In hot weather you can close them enough to get privacy while still getting good air circulation. If...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 11-03-2015, 05:30 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,559
Posted By Ziggy
No inverter needed for the Air Conditioner. The...

No inverter needed for the Air Conditioner. The wiring in most trailers has separate 120v and 12v circuits. The inverters converts 120v to 12v for the 12v circuit. Some may also have 12v to 120v...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-08-2015, 01:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,515
Posted By Ziggy
Casitas come with the breakaway switch. If you...

Casitas come with the breakaway switch. If you have a tow package with a 7 pin connector installed it's probably wired for the brake controller making installation easy. If it is pre-wired the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-13-2015, 01:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,905
Posted By Ziggy
Cashiers check. If the seller is nervous about...

Cashiers check. If the seller is nervous about it have him meet you at your bank, sign the papers and get the check while he is there.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-10-2015, 09:26 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 14,707
Posted By Ziggy
I leave mine on all the time... It's a good idea...

I leave mine on all the time... It's a good idea to have a propane detector just in case. ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-02-2015, 11:32 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,777
Posted By Ziggy
For matters of safety I like the wiggle room to...

For matters of safety I like the wiggle room to go in the other direction. Personally, I want at least a minimum 10-20% margin of safety. So If I had a 165# max tongue weight I would not put more...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-02-2015, 10:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,042
Posted By Ziggy
Ok, after folowing this post I HIGHLY suggest you...

Ok, after folowing this post I HIGHLY suggest you buy this A-Z Casita Owner's Guide (https://www.lovemycasita.com/Guide.html)
It will be the best $30 you will spend and answer all of your questions.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-01-2015, 11:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,779
Posted By Ziggy
Just turn off the switch by the floor and it will...

Just turn off the switch by the floor and it will go off if it's on propane. It only takes about 15 min to heat up if you want to use it. FYI.... The "reset" button is not really a reset button....
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-01-2015, 08:18 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,777
Posted By Ziggy
There is a good discussion on Volvo tongue weight...

There is a good discussion on Volvo tongue weight here. Max Tongue Weight for Hitch (https://www.volvoxc.com/forums/showthread.php?1764-Max-Tongue-Weight-for-Hitch)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-20-2015, 02:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,348
Posted By Ziggy
MC4 connectors are (in theory) waterproof. You...

MC4 connectors are (in theory) waterproof. You don't say if you are using a roof mounted or portable panel. This is what I use for a portable setup. 10 awg direct burial landscape wire connected to...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-15-2015, 04:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,076
Posted By Ziggy
Mine does not..... P3 in a Nisaan Murano

Mine does not..... P3 in a Nisaan Murano
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-15-2015, 02:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,749
Posted By Ziggy
They do open just like they appear they should by...

They do open just like they appear they should by pulling the tabs towards you, but sometimes it takes quite a bit of force. The tabs are pretty sturdy. Once unlatched the air from the fan keeps it...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-13-2015, 10:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,294
Posted By Ziggy
They come standard with a 16 gal tank but a 25...

They come standard with a 16 gal tank but a 25 gal tank is available as an option. Open the storage bay on the curb side. If the tank blocks a good portion of the bay door you have the 25 gal.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-12-2015, 06:25 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,038
Posted By Ziggy
If you call Casita they have a list of Casita...

If you call Casita they have a list of Casita owners that will be happy to show you their trailer.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-01-2015, 03:23 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,194
Posted By Ziggy
Get a ATM card that does not charge international...

Get a ATM card that does not charge international transaction fees and refunds all ATM fees. If you have a Schwab account they have a good one. Good advice about always carrying a couple different...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-01-2015, 09:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,456
Posted By Ziggy
I think there are a couple of fuses in the refer...

I think there are a couple of fuses in the refer in addition to the circuit breaker. Here is a link for some more info. Refrigerator Ac Power - The Casita Club Forum - The Casita Club Forums...
Forum: General Chat 06-24-2015, 12:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,299
Posted By Ziggy
Wouldn't it be ironic if man made global warming...

Wouldn't it be ironic if man made global warming saved us? : ) (No, I am NOT a science denier)....
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 06-23-2015, 07:50 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 16,882
Posted By Ziggy
I might add that our dog is usually a big hit...

I might add that our dog is usually a big hit with everyone (especially kids) in the campground. There aren't any bad dogs..... only bad dog owners. Responsible pet owners always insure their dogs...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 06-22-2015, 04:20 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 16,882
Posted By Ziggy
Heck, we bought our trailer so we wouldn't have...

Heck, we bought our trailer so we wouldn't have to leave our aging dog at home! He has given us so much and we want to be sure his final years are full of new and exciting smells and adventures. It...
Forum: General Chat 06-21-2015, 06:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,255
Posted By Ziggy
One of the main reasons I love my 16' Casita is...

One of the main reasons I love my 16' Casita is that it fits in parks with tent sites away from RV's and generators. My rule is to never camp with hookups and always avoid parking on asphalt or...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-07-2015, 11:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,413
Posted By Ziggy
I use this.... Amazon.com: INNOVA 3721 Battery...

I use this.... Amazon.com: INNOVA 3721 Battery and Charging System Monitor: Automotive (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000EVWDU0?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage) Works great.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-07-2015, 09:49 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,435
Posted By Ziggy
I really don't think the grey wand would do much...

I really don't think the grey wand would do much good in the grey tank anyway. Yes you can put a tank treatment in the grey tank.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-07-2015, 08:23 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,435
Posted By Ziggy
Oh yea, and flush the crap (no pun intended) out...

Oh yea, and flush the crap (no pun intended) out of the grey tank. If it were me I would first fill the grey tank, open the grey dump valve and run water nonstop for 25 min. or so through shower and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-07-2015, 07:02 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,435
Posted By Ziggy
If you have a rubber trap under the trailer you...

If you have a rubber trap under the trailer you just loosen the 2 screws and take it off.. A possibly stinky job, but anyone can do it. It could just be junk stuck in the trap. And put whatever...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2015, 08:49 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,435
Posted By Ziggy
The author.

The author.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2015, 07:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,435
Posted By Ziggy
At the risk of becoming an Eileen shill, it...

At the risk of becoming an Eileen shill, it sounds like you could really use this. A-Z Casita Owner's Guide (https://www.lovemycasita.com/Guide.html) It explains EVERYTHING Casita. If you buy it...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-30-2015, 04:58 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,435
Posted By Ziggy
Do you close the shower drain valve when you are...

Do you close the shower drain valve when you are not using it? If I forget to close the valve and drive it stinks things up....
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