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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-22-2021, 11:52 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,012
Posted By ldsharp
After reading a book about municipal water...

After reading a book about municipal water systems (and their inability to filter pesticides, pharmaceuticals, etc) I installed a 7 stage system for our home. I added an extra faucet to the main...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-31-2021, 07:05 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,720
Posted By ldsharp
. If you try to use your tire inflator you will...

. If you try to use your tire inflator you will not be able to get close to the job done.

I haven't found this to be the case. I've blown the lines out with one of my larger compressors (with...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-30-2021, 03:36 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,720
Posted By ldsharp
I wouldn't worry about it. Once you open a faucet...

I wouldn't worry about it. Once you open a faucet whatever small amount of pressure it has built up will dissipate within a few seconds. In fact you will need to wait 10 or 15 seconds after closing...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-22-2021, 01:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,938
Posted By ldsharp
I might also throw in that gasoline holds about...

I might also throw in that gasoline holds about 124,000 btu's per gallon, whereas liquid propane offers 91,330 btu per gallon, meaning a propane sourced generator will get about 30-35% less output...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-22-2021, 11:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,938
Posted By ldsharp
I had the same thoughts, but finally just grabbed...

I had the same thoughts, but finally just grabbed this generator when Sams made me an offer I couldn't refuse ($399 delivered). As for propane, I'll probably use this generator for emergency use as...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-22-2021, 10:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,938
Posted By ldsharp
Ditto for me - same generator and it quietly...

Ditto for me - same generator and it quietly handles the AC, etc. With AC on high it runs at about 50% capacity after startup. I installed a "mod" many Casita's use which interrupts the power to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-02-2021, 02:58 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,614
Posted By ldsharp
I think the wise choice is to test with the 7pin...

I think the wise choice is to test with the 7pin disconnected... A good time to test is during/after bearing service and/or brake adjustment, both when the wheel is off the ground, free to rotate,...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-02-2021, 02:40 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,027
Posted By ldsharp
I tow a 17' SD with a 2010 Frontier 4L (King cab,...

I tow a 17' SD with a 2010 Frontier 4L (King cab, 2 wheel drive, 6' bed) with no problems. I do however always use a weight distribution hitch. I drove a few hundred miles to purchase a different...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-23-2020, 04:01 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,399
Posted By ldsharp
I think Jon in Az had the right suggestion. ...

I think Jon in Az had the right suggestion. Cover the rear view mirror and/or block out the back window with whatever for starters. Then every time you want to turn or change lanes think about the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-16-2020, 04:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,484
Posted By ldsharp
Like Rzrbrn, I chose the reliability of a...

Like Rzrbrn, I chose the reliability of a hardwired camera for our Casita. I installed the camera inside the top of the rear window and ran the wire through the upper cabinets to the front and into...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-16-2019, 07:46 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,898
Posted By ldsharp
No comment on the fiberglass repair, but as to...

No comment on the fiberglass repair, but as to the "backing" issue... After I had a difficult time backing our Casita down a long narrow campsite on a pitch black night, a retired trucker suggested...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 10-05-2019, 04:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,164
Posted By ldsharp
Hi Phil, Not directly toward your posting about...

Hi Phil,
Not directly toward your posting about solar panel and battery space in/on a Casita, I offer a couple of suggestions to further your research.


1. Do some research on adding a 2nd...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-05-2019, 03:32 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,908
Posted By ldsharp
A few months ago my wife and I noticed a Grand...

A few months ago my wife and I noticed a Grand Cherokee at an estate sale. 7 figure home, no shortage of expensive stuff and this Jeep in the driveway. I don't remember the year, but it had a bit...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-03-2019, 09:08 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,536
Posted By ldsharp
We bought a 2013 Casita last year. The street...

We bought a 2013 Casita last year. The street side brake was hanging up so I purchased new brake assemblies, bearings, etc. and took a good assortment of tools to the Casita storage location to...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-08-2019, 03:17 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,683
Posted By ldsharp
One advantage of a fiberglass camper is that...

One advantage of a fiberglass camper is that resell is typically very high. If you buy a pre-owned Casita at a good price (the only one I have any experience with) you can generally sell at any time...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-30-2019, 04:32 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,642
Posted By ldsharp
As "Mary and Bob" mentioned, you may consider a...

As "Mary and Bob" mentioned, you may consider a van as a compromise for purchasing a vehicle plus a trailer. There are lots of options with the Ram Promaster or Sprinter vans with room for bed,...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-30-2019, 04:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 17,665
Posted By ldsharp
I pull a 17' SD with a 4.0L Ford Ranger with...

I pull a 17' SD with a 4.0L Ford Ranger with factory off-road package (higher suspension, stiffer shocks, added leaf springs, etc.) I've pulled the Casita w/o a WDH and with a Equalizer-brand WDH...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-16-2019, 12:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,520
Posted By ldsharp
Charles, you may look into the growing group of...

Charles, you may look into the growing group of van-dwellers. Most have self-contained rigs that are also capable of towing a trailer. A few thousand of them are currently gathered at the RTR near...
Forum: General Chat 01-11-2019, 09:25 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 27,022
Posted By ldsharp
If you are interested in getting the 'most for...

If you are interested in getting the 'most for your money', you may consider buying a pre-owned fiberglass trailer. I bought a 2014 Casita that looked like brand new and sold it later for more than...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 01-05-2019, 01:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,055
Posted By ldsharp
I had a 2014 Casita Standard (no bathroom). ...

I had a 2014 Casita Standard (no bathroom). Casita mounted the gray tank vent as high as they could inside the galley sink cabinet. That put it just under the belly band. It was about a 4" white...
Forum: Classified Archives 08-20-2018, 09:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,844
Posted By ldsharp
SOLD

SOLD - This Casita now resides in Springfield, ILL
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-01-2018, 01:50 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,314
Posted By ldsharp
I'm also a retired Electrical Engineer - mainly...

I'm also a retired Electrical Engineer - mainly design of electronic products in a small company environment with a handful of engineers. The task of taking a design from concept to market. I'm...
Forum: Classified Archives 07-30-2018, 09:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,844
Posted By ldsharp
Smile Priced Reduced to $13,500

Apparently, I can't edit the original post...


I have reduced the price to $13,500. :)
Forum: Classified Archives 07-16-2018, 01:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,844
Posted By ldsharp
Thanks Tom! I didn't leave much to the...

Thanks Tom!


I didn't leave much to the imagination did I?


I realized (from looking for a Casita) that finding one nearby is difficult and you have to invest in time and money to actually...
Forum: Classified Archives 07-16-2018, 06:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,844
Posted By ldsharp
SOLD: 2014 17' Casita Spirit Standard $15000

2014 Casita 17' Spirit Standard $15,000

Beautiful Condition, exceptionally clean, no damage, leaks or odors, or issues. Rare opportunity to find a Spirit Standard as well as save more than...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-27-2018, 02:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,569
Posted By ldsharp
One thing I don't see in your diagram is a...

One thing I don't see in your diagram is a battery monitor. They work by reading the current across a very small (milliVolt) shunt placed in series with your load and/or the panels. The Trimetric...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-27-2018, 02:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,162
Posted By ldsharp
The best contact cleaner for small electronics is...

The best contact cleaner for small electronics is DeoxIT. Fairly expensive for the cheap switches in these lights.


DeoxIT® D-Series - Contact Cleaner & Rejuvenator...
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