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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
08-21-2020, 11:14 PM
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Honda Ridgeline, Casita 17'
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9,390
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ibupnorth
Well, I've towed my 17' Casita SD plenty with my...
Well, I've towed my 17' Casita SD plenty with my 2017 Ridgeline (sometimes with full water on board) and it has never gotten under 15.3 (calculated - not indicated on the dash). I guess the new...
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General Chat
08-13-2020, 07:40 PM
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Benefits of RVing
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2,252
Posted By
ibupnorth
Great post, Norm. Glad you and your wife were...
Great post, Norm. Glad you and your wife were able to take advantage of your retirement. I got some good ideas from you and hope to start pursuing my extended travels next year.
Stay healthy, my...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
08-13-2020, 04:35 PM
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Honda Ridgeline, Casita 17'
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9,390
Posted By
ibupnorth
I tow a 17' Casita with a 2017 RTS Ridgeline. I...
I tow a 17' Casita with a 2017 RTS Ridgeline. I have found it to be a good tow vehicle for the Casita depending on the elevation and even the wind speed/direction.
My RL averages between 15.3 and...
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Hi, I am....
06-26-2020, 07:02 PM
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3 way fridge
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758
Posted By
ibupnorth
This might help since it gives sizes and what...
This might help since it gives sizes and what model replaced the RM211: https://www.campersdirect.com/susqrv/include/retrieve_file.php?type=overview&fileid=2428
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COVID-19 RVing Information
03-25-2020, 05:07 PM
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Michigan State and Federal Forest Camping is Still Open!
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2,768
Posted By
ibupnorth
More convenient to check out the DNR website...
More convenient to check out the DNR website where you can easily find everything you desire. This is a quote from the DNR website, "In response to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s "stay home, stay safe"...
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COVID-19 RVing Information
03-25-2020, 04:48 PM
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Michigan State and Federal Forest Camping is Still Open!
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2,768
Posted By
ibupnorth
I can understand the fear that the virus is...
I can understand the fear that the virus is causing so I respect your response to my post. After a couple of decades in military bomb disposal, I guess my fear receptors have been dulled and sense of...
Forum:
COVID-19 RVing Information
03-24-2020, 05:31 PM
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Michigan State and Federal Forest Camping is Still Open!
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2,768
Posted By
ibupnorth
Michigan State and Federal Forest Camping is Still Open!
Fortunately for Michigan, there are numerous places to camp besides the state parks. Numerous State Forest Campgrounds, which offer "rustic" camping have hand pumps for water and pit toilets but no...
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Camping, Campout Reports
03-24-2020, 05:19 PM
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Michigan State Park Camping Closed
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638
Posted By
ibupnorth
Fortunately for Michigan, there are numerous...
Fortunately for Michigan, there are numerous places to camp besides the state parks. Numerous State Forest Campgrounds, which offer "rustic" camping have hand pumps for water and pit toilets but no...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
02-29-2020, 06:44 PM
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crossing mtns midwest to east coast
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3,178
Posted By
ibupnorth
I think swinging through the UP of Michigan and...
I think swinging through the UP of Michigan and down would be more scenic and then Chicago isn't a factor. :duck Nothing against Wisconson, Ken! :cheers
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General Chat
02-29-2020, 06:39 PM
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Best method for accepting payment
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9,847
Posted By
ibupnorth
I can't speak for other states, but Michigan...
I can't speak for other states, but Michigan requires that the seller keep a copy of the signed title and I also make a copy of their driver's license while at it. A phone photo works for that.
...
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-21-2019, 01:30 PM
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57
Anybody Grease Their Hitch Ball?
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11,925
Posted By
ibupnorth
I use a small dab of pretty much any grease I...
I use a small dab of pretty much any grease I have open at the time and cover the ball with a storage/freezer type zip lock bag when not in use (the storage bag is heavier and won't break open). The...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-01-2019, 08:03 PM
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34
Poll:
Gas mileage and air deflectors for vans
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3,824
Posted By
ibupnorth
Did you look at the originator's profile? ...
Did you look at the originator's profile? There's no trailer type noted.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-01-2019, 07:37 PM
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34
Poll:
Gas mileage and air deflectors for vans
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3,824
Posted By
ibupnorth
You didn't mention what trailer you have so it's...
You didn't mention what trailer you have so it's hard to imagine its shape. I would think something shaped like an Airstream or a Scamp with a wall installed AC would be very difficult to easily...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
08-19-2019, 10:20 AM
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MI |
2019 Sept 6-8. The 8th Annual Algonac Glassic Egg Scramble
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Posted By
ibupnorth
Hi Pam, June and Jeff will be staying Thursday...
Hi Pam,
June and Jeff will be staying Thursday - Monday on site 145 in 17' Casita. :PirateSmile::PirateSmile:
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
08-18-2019, 02:06 PM
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21
2019 U.P. Michigan gathering 8/7-11/19
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3,045
Posted By
ibupnorth
Thanks. Been a rough couple of weeks but I'm...
Thanks. Been a rough couple of weeks but I'm confident I'll be walking again soon. BTW, you have a great screen name!
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
08-09-2019, 01:15 PM
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21
2019 U.P. Michigan gathering 8/7-11/19
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3,045
Posted By
ibupnorth
Appreciate that, Mike.
Appreciate that, Mike.
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
08-08-2019, 05:56 PM
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21
2019 U.P. Michigan gathering 8/7-11/19
Views:
3,045
Posted By
ibupnorth
Well, the truck was packed and Casita readied but...
Well, the truck was packed and Casita readied but an old military injury decided I should spend our travel day in the hospital ER. Today was not much better so we will have to stay put until we can...
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
08-06-2019, 02:46 PM
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21
2019 U.P. Michigan gathering 8/7-11/19
Views:
3,045
Posted By
ibupnorth
Heading to Lake Linden tomorrow (8/7 seven hour...
Heading to Lake Linden tomorrow (8/7 seven hour drive) without reservations. Wasn't sure if I could get away but the gods were on our side and it seems like a go. Will call in AM for reservations....
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
05-04-2019, 03:17 PM
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12
Honda 2200 Generator Safety Recall Getting Done?
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3,665
Posted By
ibupnorth
The closest authorized repair site near me is a...
The closest authorized repair site near me is a John Deere dealer that happens to also sell Honda generators. As much as I like to keep my business local, if I don't hear anything next week I will...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
05-04-2019, 09:01 AM
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12
Honda 2200 Generator Safety Recall Getting Done?
Views:
3,665
Posted By
ibupnorth
I just feel that Honda has not handled this...
I just feel that Honda has not handled this recall well. Maybe it's because of our small northern market that the dealer can't get parts. I don't know but the off-grid UP of Michigan camping I had...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
05-03-2019, 02:51 PM
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12
Honda 2200 Generator Safety Recall Getting Done?
Views:
3,665
Posted By
ibupnorth
Honda 2200 Generator Safety Recall Getting Done?
Anyone else still waiting for their Honda 2200 generator to have the safety recall performed? Sevice centers are losing face because parts are not coming in the quantity needed to do the number of...
Forum:
Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
03-23-2019, 11:58 AM
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44
Shower water usage
Views:
7,084
Posted By
ibupnorth
I humbly suggest the question be restated...
I humbly suggest the question be restated differently. Like how much water do YOU want to carry and how often do YOU want to dump the grey tank? (If you're a pirate like me then leave off the dumping...
Forum:
General Chat
03-17-2019, 07:20 AM
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54
Best fiberglass campers for the money
Views:
26,632
Posted By
ibupnorth
Unfortunately, Lil Snoozy has pad locked the...
Unfortunately, Lil Snoozy has pad locked the doors and seemingly run off with a lot of sizable down payments. So, scratch them off the list of possibilities. I had seen one at a gathering in the UP...
Forum:
General Chat
12-11-2018, 02:01 AM
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25
Forest River Aviator
Views:
8,688
Posted By
ibupnorth
Can't speak much for the Aviator since it was...
Can't speak much for the Aviator since it was only produced a couple years but if you could be so lucky as to find a Big Foot Silver Cloud I think you would be impressed. It's BIG. It had to be - by...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
09-06-2018, 06:34 AM
Replies:
21
Newbie deciding on16’ or 17’ casita
Views:
2,599
Posted By
ibupnorth
My "shake down" outing inadvertantly took the...
My "shake down" outing inadvertantly took the Casita 17 footer through some pretty rough state forest areas - and I mean a full day of seriously jarring roads. Even with the optional lift and 15"...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
08-18-2018, 11:12 AM
Replies:
15
Hello from Michigan
Views:
1,426
Posted By
ibupnorth
Welcome fellow Michigander! Oh the struggle...
Welcome fellow Michigander!
Oh the struggle - so many fiberglass trailer brands out there and used ones are few and far in between and sell fast.
I had the opportunity to look at Steve and...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
07-16-2018, 09:51 PM
Replies:
9
I took the plunge!!!
Views:
1,502
Posted By
ibupnorth
You got a real classic there and in great shape....
You got a real classic there and in great shape. Welcome to the forum. Hope to see you at one of the rallies up in Lake Linden or Algonac some day!
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-08-2018, 02:11 PM
Replies:
25
Trailer King tires ?
Views:
5,158
Posted By
ibupnorth
I have encluded Trailer King's website....
I have encluded Trailer King's website. https://trailerkingtires.com/tires/Landing.aspx?application=trailerking2-product-line
Forum:
Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
07-08-2018, 01:54 PM
Replies:
25
Trailer King tires ?
Views:
5,158
Posted By
ibupnorth
I recently purchased two ST205/75R15 8-Ply...
I recently purchased two ST205/75R15 8-Ply Trailer King II ST Radial Tires from Walmart online for $43.87 each (with free shipping) to replace my twenty year old 12-foot enclosed cargo trailer tires....
Forum:
General Chat
07-01-2018, 07:04 PM
Replies:
42
17' Casita vs Scamp 19'
Views:
11,250
Posted By
ibupnorth
The wife and I visited Backus, Mn last year just...
The wife and I visited Backus, Mn last year just to look at the Scamp 19. At a little over 5'10", I found the top sleeper of the Scamp 19 to be a little narrow. That is, it seems to taper every so...
Forum:
General Chat
06-27-2018, 12:48 PM
Replies:
60
Casita vs. Scamp
Views:
57,240
Posted By
ibupnorth
I was also looking at a small travel trailer that...
I was also looking at a small travel trailer that could endure years of use and hold its value. By far, enduring northern Michigan weather and holding up to the rigors of bad roads getting to the...
Forum:
Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
05-13-2018, 09:56 AM
Replies:
5
Time to replace my water heater?
Views:
1,243
Posted By
ibupnorth
If you camp where you have access to electric and...
If you camp where you have access to electric and use the hot water for showers it would seem a good time to replace an 18 year old water heater with one that has an electric heat element too.
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
04-23-2018, 12:16 AM
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21
Lithium vs Lead Acid Batteries
Views:
6,213
Posted By
ibupnorth
KC, Best Converters seems to offer...
KC, Best Converters seems to offer Magnetek/Parallax 6300/7300/8300 upgrade kits that are lithium compatable. For others interested, look for the 'L' at the end of part number. For example, PD 4645VL...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
04-22-2018, 11:01 AM
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21
Lithium vs Lead Acid Batteries
Views:
6,213
Posted By
ibupnorth
Jim, I plan on doing more state forest...
Jim, I plan on doing more state forest campgrounds in the future - without AC hookups. Because these batteries can charge rapidly, give about 40% more usable amps for the same rating, last three...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
04-21-2018, 09:18 PM
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21
Lithium vs Lead Acid Batteries
Views:
6,213
Posted By
ibupnorth
Do you think you will need to change out your...
Do you think you will need to change out your charging system when you do the swap? My 2018 Casita sits at 13.8 V when plugged in and I see that the Battle Born LiFe batteries prefer 13.6 V. I've...
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
04-05-2018, 10:48 AM
Replies:
61
MI |
2018, Aug 7,8,9 UP, Lake Linden
Views:
7,887
Posted By
ibupnorth
June and Jeff have reserved site 16 for 7, 8, 9,...
June and Jeff have reserved site 16 for 7, 8, 9, 10 August. The nice woman taking reservations grew up only about 15 miles from me. It's a small world!
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
03-24-2018, 08:13 PM
Replies:
80
MI |
2018, Sept 7,8,9. The 7th Annual Algonac Glassic Egg Scramble
Views:
14,429
Posted By
ibupnorth
Site 218 won't know what hit 'em! :loltu
Site 218 won't know what hit 'em! :loltu
Forum:
General Chat
03-21-2018, 01:19 PM
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18
Current price on the Scamp 19 Deluxe?
Views:
26,773
Posted By
ibupnorth
At 5-10 ish you might have have sufficient room...
At 5-10 ish you might have have sufficient room in the loft - Al would know better than me. Seems like the new Ranger and Scamp 19 could be a good combo. Looks like the Ranger won't be available...
Forum:
General Chat
03-21-2018, 11:39 AM
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18
Current price on the Scamp 19 Deluxe?
Views:
26,773
Posted By
ibupnorth
I would caution you about buying a Scamp 19...
I would caution you about buying a Scamp 19 without laying in the loft of one. My wife and I drove to Backus, MN last summer where, sadly, I found the loft bed to be a little short for my liking. It...
Forum:
Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
03-06-2018, 05:32 PM
Replies:
80
MI |
2018, Sept 7,8,9. The 7th Annual Algonac Glassic Egg Scramble
Views:
14,429
Posted By
ibupnorth
Will See You All There!
My wife, June and I have reserved site 217 for our first Algonac Egg Scramble. Now, I just need to pick up the egg in Rice at the end of this month :loltu.
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
01-24-2018, 11:10 AM
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6
rv w indoor walls to a bed area?
Views:
1,296
Posted By
ibupnorth
Bose is working on some noise-masking earbuds to...
Bose is working on some noise-masking earbuds to wear sleeping. They should hit the market in late 2018. Hopefully they do better with their target timeframe than the 80 mpg Elio car. Might be a...
Forum:
General Chat
01-12-2018, 10:11 AM
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55
RAV 4 has 3500 tow capacity
Views:
6,254
Posted By
ibupnorth
Wish they would offer the 6-cylinder in the RAV4...
Wish they would offer the 6-cylinder in the RAV4 again.
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General Chat
01-06-2018, 06:47 PM
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75
Can Someone Please Host A UP Rally?!
Views:
6,872
Posted By
ibupnorth
This website's campground directory might help:...
This website's campground directory might help: CopperCountry.com :: Copper Country Campgrounds (https://www.coppercountry.com/CCCampgrounds.php)
Forum:
General Chat
01-04-2018, 12:43 PM
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75
Can Someone Please Host A UP Rally?!
Views:
6,872
Posted By
ibupnorth
Well, I would certainly be glad to give it a...
Well, I would certainly be glad to give it a go.... once I can find a 17' Casita SD (but that's a whole different story).
My father and I had hunting property in the western UP for nearly 50...
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Hi, I am....
10-20-2016, 01:34 PM
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Hi, I am Jeff from the Northern LP of Michigan
Views:
1,292
Posted By
ibupnorth
Hi, I am Jeff from the Northern LP of Michigan
What a great website! I am patiently saving my money and researching for the purchase of a Casita or Scamp travel trailer. Looks like little has changed on these trailers for years so as long as I...
Forum:
General Chat
08-15-2016, 02:27 PM
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So, how do you make block ice?
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4,143
Posted By
ibupnorth
You could always make your own PVC ice packs....
You could always make your own PVC ice packs. Spend Less with DIY Reusable Ice Packs for Coolers (https://www.doityourselfrv.com/diy-reusable-ice-packs-for-coolers/)
I was thinking you could keep...
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