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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
12-21-2022, 03:44 PM
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Refrigerator replacement
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Adjustable thermistor
Well good news, I replaced the thermistor with an adjustable thermistor from jp refrigeration was happy with it. We are on our first trip since installing it after cutting the old thermistor off. ...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-10-2022, 11:36 AM
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Refrigerator replacement
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snuffy2
Yes
I have one I’m going to do the same thing this weekend with the AC side of power. I had tried this before but most likely didn’t wait long enough. This is when I’ll get the multi meter out.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-10-2022, 05:33 AM
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Refrigerator issues
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863
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snuffy2
New info
Now that I’m home I’ve had more time to check out the refrigerator. Sat morning I turned it on with using propone then disconnected the thermistor, Sunday morning it was 10 degrees. Doesn’t this...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-10-2022, 05:32 AM
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Refrigerator replacement
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1,870
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New Info
Now that I’m home I’ve had more time to check out the refrigerator. Sat morning I turned it on with using propone then disconnected the thermistor, Sunday morning it was 10 degrees. Doesn’t this...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-26-2022, 09:21 AM
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Refrigerator issues
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863
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snuffy2
Just for extra information my paperwork on the...
Just for extra information my paperwork on the 25RQ listed the dm2662lbx as the equipment onboard, it’s actually a DM2852, just saying check the information on the fridge.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-26-2022, 09:20 AM
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Refrigerator replacement
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1,870
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snuffy2
Just for extra information my paperwork on the...
Just for extra information my paperwork on the 25RQ listed the dm2662lbx as the equipment onboard, it’s actually a DM2852, just saying check the information on the fridge.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-25-2022, 08:26 AM
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Refrigerator replacement
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Refrigerator replacement
I have been looking at new refrigerators but it seems that the DM2662 is no longer made, replacement seems to be the Model DM2672, I haven't gotten a response from dometic on this yet.
Looked at...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-13-2022, 06:20 AM
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Refrigerator issues
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863
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snuffy2
Charles
What web page?
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-13-2022, 06:19 AM
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Refrigerator issues
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863
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snuffy2
It’s dead
I was talking to dinosaur electronics, we sent it to full cold like one of you mentioned. Fridge still went up three degrees freezer one degree, this was as the day warmed. We just bought a small...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-12-2022, 09:54 AM
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Refrigerator issues
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863
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snuffy2
Refrigerator issues
On the tail end of a trip now and the refridge started acting up. Freezer is 14 degrees but fridge is at 50 degrees.
1. Outside temps are 85 to 96.
2. Camper temp is 70 to 74
I’ve checked the...
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Classified Archives
09-11-2022, 06:29 AM
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SOLD: 2016 Casita Spirit Deluxe - Texas
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snuffy2
Sorry
I see now t sold
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
07-05-2022, 01:42 PM
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Toilet systems
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snuffy2
Toilet systems
Well we have had our 25RQ 4 years now and have accumulated about 18K miles. We just returned from a trip and made an interesting discovery when we arrived home.
We always dump our tanks before...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
08-08-2021, 05:21 PM
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Tires
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snuffy2
tires
Funny thing I noticed today, the rims or wheels are only rated for 2200 LBS! So much for the 2380 pounds in tire pressure. In theory the tire will support more than the rim.
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
08-07-2021, 01:30 PM
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Tires
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snuffy2
pressure
Have a notice that someone asked about the pressure I run but don't see it here but I'll post it anyway.
Bigfoot says 35PSI. If you look at the inflation information from Goodyear for the...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
08-07-2021, 01:00 PM
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Discount Tire for the Win (Again)
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snuffy2
discount tire
Just had to replace a set of Goodyear ST's on our Camper, discount tire was only place that had them but had to order them, arrived in three days and the manufacture dat is Jun of 2021, no...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
08-07-2021, 12:18 PM
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Tires
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snuffy2
Tires
We own a 2018 Bigfoot 25RQ, very happy with it. Camper came with Goodyear 225 75 15 endurance tires, from all I have read they are good tires. One of the long trips we take twice a year is 2000...
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
05-01-2021, 11:58 AM
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Thetford water valve
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960
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snuffy2
Water valve
Thanks for the replies, esp the link to the valve, that was my next option. All the big brand rv dealers eBay and others were out of the valve I needed. Friend I work with has a brother working for...
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Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
04-30-2021, 02:52 PM
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Thetford water valve
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snuffy2
Thetford water valve
Our thetford toilet has acquired a leaking water valve. The part number is 34100. Our problem is finding the valve. All the places we have looked are out of this valve with the soonest backorder...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-14-2021, 11:30 AM
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propane regulator
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2,689
Posted By
snuffy2
Bob you know the brand you have? This one is...
Bob you know the brand you have? This one is camco.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-14-2021, 11:29 AM
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propane regulator
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2,689
Posted By
snuffy2
Both tanks
Tried that, plus I never turn both tanks on at the same time. Even with one tank valve open it was always green or red. Green with one open, red after shutting it off.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-14-2021, 07:49 AM
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propane regulator
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2,689
Posted By
snuffy2
Propane
Thats what I meant it is and isn't working.
Both tanks are full, doesn't matter where the selector is the disk stays red. I always turn tanks off when not in use. I'm not that worried about it...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-13-2021, 04:13 PM
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propane regulator
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snuffy2
propane regulator
My propane regulator isn't but is working. The indicator that shows the green or red disk is stuck on red. The tank is full, just filled recently plus the refer and stove will operate. Is there...
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Classified Archives
02-07-2021, 01:06 PM
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SOLD: Unused NOS HYMER GT TOURING
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Posted By
snuffy2
support
May be very hard if you need support.
https://smalltrailerenthusiast.com/2019/02/16/hymer-north-america-closure-ends-the-touring-gt/
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
12-20-2020, 08:10 AM
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Awning
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623
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snuffy2
Awning
During a few hard rains we have noticed our awning is leaking where the thread has sewn the end attached to the camper. I’m thing of putting some of he self leveling compound along the length of the...
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Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive)
12-12-2020, 12:08 PM
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IN |
Roy's Fish Fry May 21-23 2021 at Patoka Lake SP
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snuffy2
Campsites
My wife looked at this and said all sites were primitive sites, no water or electric. Are we reading it wrong?
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-23-2020, 05:11 PM
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6
Electrical
Views:
1,340
Posted By
snuffy2
fuses
They wouldn't be unfused wires and they are already in the living space 18" before there is a fuse, fact it's right under your backside if you are sitting in the driver side dinette. Doesn't matter...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-21-2020, 12:24 PM
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6
Electrical
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1,340
Posted By
snuffy2
electrical
According to our wiring diagram there are two 30 amp DC fuses, they weren't at the location of the fuse/CB panel. Looked under the camper to see where the wiring entered, drivers side under front...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-15-2020, 04:57 PM
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6
Electrical
Views:
1,340
Posted By
snuffy2
Electrical
Finished up some yard work today then went to our camper to retrieve some bandaids, yep I put my finger somewhere I shouldn't have. Anyway we have a 2018 Bigfoot 25RQ, I opened the door then tried...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-18-2020, 03:58 PM
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2
BF 25RQ
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825
Posted By
snuffy2
BF 25RQ
We did finally find a Garmin RV 770. I would like to put a backup camera on our BF. I understand we have to have a hot lead going to the camera for it to work. How have some of you been running...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-08-2020, 04:11 AM
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22
Help Big Foot 25RQ electrical issue
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1,712
Posted By
snuffy2
Tester
A good investment is a multi tester for AC/DC equipment, purchase it, do some reading learn how to use it. I have a Klein from Home Depot I’ve had for years.
Never lose the instruction Manuel! I...
Forum:
Modifications, Alterations and Updates
09-19-2020, 10:01 AM
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84
drilling holes in bigfoot roof for solar panels
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11,938
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snuffy2
My 2 cents
Years ago I installed windows in an Corsair F24MK1 sailboat, all I used was 3mVHB. We sailed that boat a lot so the hull is constantantly flexing. We never had a leak or anything come loose. When...
Forum:
General Chat
09-19-2020, 09:22 AM
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Bigfoot 25B25RT factory Options
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9,530
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snuffy2
Bigfoot skylights
I wish out BF25RQ didn't have the sky lights. I just look at them as something to get hit by whatever and cause a leak on a trip. First time I have to replace the one in the dinette and bathroom I...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-19-2020, 09:03 AM
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5
GPS
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767
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snuffy2
GPS
We ordered a RV 770 from rockingdeals4you for $259.00. We have email confirmation for the order and payment information. A week later it hadn't shipped we had a email saying they no longer have the...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-15-2020, 07:30 AM
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5
GPS
Views:
767
Posted By
snuffy2
GPS
I want a RV GPS, I'm leaning towards a Garmin RV770 LMS. I noticed that the 780 is about $100.00 more plus a newer unit. Can anyone that has used these units comment on their differences or if the...
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Camping, Campout Reports
08-16-2020, 05:40 PM
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5
FL Keys
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723
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snuffy2
I took 27 once and there was way too much stop...
I took 27 once and there was way too much stop and go for me. Thanks for the information. Are the highways I mentioned as rough as the turnpike? I usually tow at 65 MPH but some sections on the...
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Camping, Campout Reports
08-16-2020, 04:38 PM
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5
FL Keys
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723
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snuffy2
Points
Just call point a the junction of I-10/I-75 and point B is Marathon FL. The only thing I like about the turnpike are the fuel stops.
Forum:
Camping, Campout Reports
08-16-2020, 04:05 PM
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5
FL Keys
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723
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snuffy2
FL Keys
We usually take the FL toll rd when we travel to the FL Keys, about three trips ago we came home by Highway 27, will never do that again, way too much stop and go. Our next rip whenever that is we...
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Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales
07-20-2020, 04:06 AM
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You know you're getting old when....
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7,637
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snuffy2
Double tap
You know you are getting old when you read the article about 135 steam jets then realize it was written the year you retired from the USAF!😂🤣
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Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales
07-11-2020, 02:26 PM
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You know you're getting old when....
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7,637
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snuffy2
Cockpit
Your waiting for takeoff in a KC-135 when the copilot asks, you actually flew in the old 135 steam jets?
Forum:
General Chat
07-03-2020, 07:27 AM
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2
trip planning
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368
Posted By
snuffy2
trip planning
We are thinking about a trip to see the Ark in Kentucky.
I'm asking if anyone could recommend a nice RV park for us to set up our camper for several days. We have really never went north so this...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-07-2020, 12:46 PM
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Escape vs Bigfoot towing ?
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16,083
Posted By
snuffy2
pressure
I don't remember the tires we had on the Escape but I do remember the pressure recommended from Excape matched what the tire sidewall recommended for cold pressure. The Manual for the Bigfoot 25RQ...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-07-2020, 12:12 PM
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Escape Towing with a Rav4????
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5,334
Posted By
snuffy2
yes
And in a perfect world they always work!
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-07-2020, 12:11 PM
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Escape vs Bigfoot towing ?
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16,083
Posted By
snuffy2
towing
We have owned an Escape 21, currently own a Bigfoot 25RQ. On both campers I run recommended tire pressure from tire manufacturer, we use the same 3/4 ton truck for both campers. I can say we never...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-07-2020, 11:54 AM
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Escape Towing with a Rav4????
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5,334
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snuffy2
question
Don't forget the most important question. Can you safely stop what you are towing in a panic stop with the TV you are planning to use?
Forum:
General Chat
06-07-2020, 11:39 AM
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BIGFOOT 21Ft. Trailer Poll
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2,380
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snuffy2
Suspicious
I don't understand why he wouldn't, I would be wary of it and continue looking.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-07-2020, 07:38 AM
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1
AC
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467
Posted By
snuffy2
AC
We really enjoy our 25RQ. After using it for two years one thing I would like to do is increase the cooling in the bedroom. When we are by ourselves the AC does fine. Sometimes we take a...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-06-2020, 07:57 AM
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Camper sweating
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2,006
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snuffy2
Camper sweating
We live in and mostly camp in high humidity areas. On all of our trips to the FL Keys our camper is on the atlantic side facing east, the wind is generally blowing from this direction. On several...
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General Chat
05-27-2020, 03:39 PM
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Opinions on AC/Refrigerator use
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2,421
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snuffy2
Electricty
In response to this.
I agree with the other comment who felt that running the AC for a FULL DAY is a waste of you (and our) electricity. Running it for 20 minutes once a month should be sufficient...
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General Chat
05-16-2020, 05:43 PM
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Opinions on AC/Refrigerator use
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2,421
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snuffy2
Opinions on AC/Refrigerator use
Since owning a camper there are several things I do on a recurring or full-time basis.
1. Once or twice a month I run the AC for a day plus the refridge using gas and electric, usually gas for 12...
Forum:
General Chat
05-02-2020, 10:28 AM
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New camper/toy hauler
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754
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snuffy2
New camper/toy hauler
I know this is a fiberglass forum but we don't plan to let go of our bigfoot!
We have been thinking about toy haulers for our UTV trips. We have looked at many different companies and keep going...
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