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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-02-2019, 05:35 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 21,191
Posted By Dave40
We have a 17 ft Casita Spirit Deluxe and tow with...

We have a 17 ft Casita Spirit Deluxe and tow with a 2015 Honda Odyssey (front-wheel drive!) equipped with a transmission cooler, brake controller, and air bag suspension. We use the Andersen WDH. ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-02-2019, 04:51 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,198
Posted By Dave40
We have a rule that we invented (we think) now...

We have a rule that we invented (we think) now that we are 70+ seniors and retired. “Four and four” we call it, and it means that we drive for about four hours (behind-the-wheel time), and pull into...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-16-2019, 12:58 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,900
Posted By Dave40
Do the rough work yourself, then have a professional finish the outside

I second the procedure suggested by Jon in AZ. Find a temperature controlled environment, manipulate the broken sections as best you can into the original configuration, and then patch from the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-08-2019, 07:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,452
Posted By Dave40
Leave heat on and have someone check on home weekly

We can’t blame you for wanting to head south in when snow and ice set in. We live in the south and head north in summer. Definitely suggest that you leave heat on at 50 F (10 C) or above. Have...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-08-2019, 06:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,217
Posted By Dave40
Velcro web strap

I second Casita Greg’s solution. The plastic screw type doodad that we got with our Casita was a nuisance to use and proved flat unreliable. We chucked it out after our first trip. A Velcro web...
Forum: General Chat 07-16-2019, 06:57 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 16,021
Posted By Dave40
Walmart saves the day

Walmart sells packages of drapery hooks for less than $1.00. Bend the pointy part out a little and hook into the carpet, then you can hang lightweight stuff on them. Easy to remove or relocate.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-20-2019, 07:21 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,280
Posted By Dave40
Minivan as tow vehicle!

Don’t know if I can add much to the discussion at this point, but will add my two bits anyhow... We tow a recent Casita 17 SD (est. 2850 lbs fully loaded) with a 2015 Honda Odyssey (3,500 lbs tow...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-15-2019, 01:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,102
Posted By Dave40
Honda Odyssey towing a Casita Spirit Deluxe

My wife and I tow a 17’ Casita SD w/ awning, A/C and microwave. Our tow vehicle is a 2015 Honda Odyssey w/ Anderson hitch and rear air bags. We remove the second row of seats to lighten up. Level...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-09-2019, 08:12 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,588
Posted By Dave40
Surge Guard 34830

OCJohn, Thank you for your link to the Technology Research 34830 Surge Guard. Although pricey it appears (to me, anyhow) to be worth the cost. I have put it on CamelCamelCamel to buy when the price...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-08-2019, 01:34 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,588
Posted By Dave40
Portable surge protector?

Before buying my recent camper, I persuaded myself that a portable surge protector would be adequate. But after looking over the selections on Camping World and Amazon, it seems that I may have been...
Forum: General Chat 05-08-2019, 01:21 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 48,303
Posted By Dave40
Tan or Camouflage Clams more appropriate for rainy conditions

In looking at the Clam ads in Amazon, it appears that only the tan or camouflage versions incorporate the rain flaps intended to keep water from leaking into the sides. Perhaps because of this,...
Forum: General Chat 05-08-2019, 01:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,723
Posted By Dave40
Hot Spot

We have Dish Network at home and set our timers to record the news and our favorite programs. Upon arriving in a campground we search for a T-Mobile signal, and if three bars are available we are in...
Forum: General Chat 03-09-2019, 08:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,681
Posted By Dave40
300 miles and 3 pm bed down

Much of the preceding comprises equipment advice. But we need to consider human factors too. Exhaustion can lead to bad decisions...

We have always tried to restrict ourselves to no more than 300...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-27-2018, 07:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,734
Posted By Dave40
redbarron, a few more questions: did the...

redbarron, a few more questions: did the instructions require that the A/C outside unit be mounted vertically (as shown)? Or is horizontal (fan up) on roof a possibility? And can the A/C be...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-27-2018, 07:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,734
Posted By Dave40
redbarron, Thank you for giving me an idea of how...

redbarron, Thank you for giving me an idea of how this could be mounted as well as the relative size. Some questions: how quiet is the A/C (both inside and outside units) when operating? How about...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-27-2018, 01:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,734
Posted By Dave40
Workhorsed, thank you for pointing me toward...

Workhorsed, thank you for pointing me toward mini-splits. I was not aware, and am thinking through how I would mount on my HiLo. I will continue to research to see if there is a version that would...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-27-2018, 01:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,734
Posted By Dave40
No matter where you live in the US or Canada,...

No matter where you live in the US or Canada, there are three-perhaps four - months out of the year where you wish you were someplace else. Those three - four months for us in Florida are June -...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-27-2018, 12:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,734
Posted By Dave40
Tony, Thank you for pointing me at Turbo-Cool. ...

Tony, Thank you for pointing me at Turbo-Cool. I recall using evaporative cooling units when stationed in Northern California. A "swamp-cooler" the techs called them. They appear to be more...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-27-2018, 12:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,734
Posted By Dave40
Thank you for your link. The Easy-Start looks...

Thank you for your link. The Easy-Start looks like a good solution to suppress the start up compressor noise. It may also make it possible for me to use my air conditioner with a 15 amp circuit (at...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-26-2018, 06:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,734
Posted By Dave40
Quietest air conditioner?

I am looking to replace my air conditioner, and would like recommendations as to a quiet 11,000 or 13,500 BTU air conditioner. Being in Florida, an air conditioner is a necessity for six months out...
Forum: Classified Archives 06-06-2018, 12:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,297
Posted By Dave40
HiLo 1508 for sale - FL Panhandle

We are regretfully parting with our camper trailer due to personal circumstances. It is a rare 2008 single axle “high mobility” HiLo 1508T. It weighs 2450 lbs fully loaded/260 lbs tongue weight. ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-19-2016, 07:14 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 10,942
Posted By Dave40
Sorry to be weighing in on this late, but our tow...

Sorry to be weighing in on this late, but our tow vehicle for 15 ft/2400 lb HiLo trailer is a 2015 Honda Odyssey minivan. Honda recommends a transmission cooler and the Honda receiver, and we...
Forum: Classified Archives 12-21-2015, 04:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,801
Posted By Dave40
Suelinc, How can I view photos and more...

Suelinc, How can I view photos and more particulars about your trailer? Dave40 in FL Panhandle. Dkeen673@aol.com
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