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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-11-2023, 08:14 AM
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My Casita blinds emit a chemical smell
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642
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Lisle
My Casita blinds emit a chemical smell
My 2018 16’ Casita and I spent the winter parked in the Florida sun for 6 months. Mostly I left the windows open and the blinds up to stay cool. If it was going to rain, I’d close windows and blinds....
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-27-2023, 10:16 AM
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Is Florida sunshine on the fiberglass a problem?
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794
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Lisle
Is Florida sunshine on the fiberglass a problem?
I’ve been volunteering at a Florida park this winter. Haven’t moved from my full hook up campsite for 5 mos. For the last couple of mons, if I leave the camper closed up when the sun is shining (for...
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Classified Archives
08-24-2022, 10:28 AM
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SOLD: 2000 casita spirit deluxe spirit deluxe - Maine
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1,131
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Lisle
I'd love to know what she sold for? Don't see it...
I'd love to know what she sold for? Don't see it on the listing and wondering about the value of mine. Thanks
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-18-2022, 12:12 PM
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Cleaning Scamp rat fur
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2,610
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Lisle
I also have little black spots on my Casita...
I also have little black spots on my Casita ceiling. They all appeared at the same time. I suspect I had splashed drops of food that splashed up there? The day they appeared I was in a hot and humid...
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Hi, I am....
06-25-2022, 03:45 PM
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Solar
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1,064
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Lisle
A friend has a 17' Escape and asked a marine...
A friend has a 17' Escape and asked a marine repair guy to put solar panels on her roof. Since marine repairs involve making waterproof holes in fiberglass, this worked out really well, since she is...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-21-2022, 01:26 PM
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How to sell my Casita bathroom door and cushions?
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3,145
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Lisle
Hi Deb, I did sell my cushions. Charged...
Hi Deb,
I did sell my cushions. Charged $200 plus the buyer paid the shipping. He suggested I go to a bicycle shop and ask for a bicycle shipping box, which would be large enough dimensions to...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
04-04-2022, 04:58 PM
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2016 Casita Bath Window Handle Detachment
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1,128
Posted By
Lisle
An RV repair guy said there is special adhesive...
An RV repair guy said there is special adhesive for glass. He warned it is hard to avoid getting it all over the window. Same handle came off my bathroom window and was glued on while having other...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-15-2022, 12:41 PM
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Fix a crack in the fiberglass?
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8,352
Posted By
Lisle
I can't figure out how to post a picture here...
I can't figure out how to post a picture here from my computer. But the scoring on the side of my camper is very narrow (1/32"). It does go into the gel coat in a couple places, I think, because...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-10-2022, 01:06 PM
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Why is my refrigerator freezing everything?
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1,413
Posted By
Lisle
Well, I found out what the trouble is. A repair...
Well, I found out what the trouble is. A repair guy looked up my model of Dometic refrigerator and it says in the online information that this model doesn't have any temperature regulation when...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-10-2022, 01:02 PM
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Fix a crack in the fiberglass?
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8,352
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Lisle
Fix a crack in the fiberglass?
There are 3 small cracks in the fiberglass above the bellyband and under the back window of my 2018 Casita. A repair guy told me it would be expensive and difficult to fix these. You'd have to...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
03-07-2022, 06:05 PM
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Service/repair in Northeast Florida
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648
Posted By
Lisle
I just had a replacement MaxxFan put into my...
I just had a replacement MaxxFan put into my Casita by Jim at Coastal RV in Port St Lucie. That may be too far south, but he was honest, thoughtful, informative and did a good job. His is a mobile...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
01-11-2022, 02:57 PM
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Frig won't work on 120
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Posted By
Lisle
Thanks everybody! I'll check the plug, and if...
Thanks everybody! I'll check the plug, and if that's not the problem, I guess I need a repair guy.
Lisle
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
01-10-2022, 09:05 PM
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Frig won't work on 120
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Lisle
Frig won't work on 120
My 2018 Casita 16' has the standard 3-way frig, which has worked fine on all modes up til now. Last time I got to a campground, I plugged into shore power, my surge protector indicated power was...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
12-31-2021, 06:22 PM
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yellow submarine wrap Casita
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Lisle
Sooooo cute!
Sooooo cute!
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
12-24-2021, 09:02 AM
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Why is my refrigerator freezing everything?
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Posted By
Lisle
Why is my refrigerator freezing everything?
I parked my 16’ Casita in upstate NY and winterized the plumbing. Planning to head south right after Thanksgiving, I left some staples in the frig and kept it running on shore power. Early December...
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
12-13-2021, 04:51 PM
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Do I need to replace my spare when I replace my Casita trailer tires?
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Posted By
Lisle
Thanks everyone for your thoughtful replies.
Thanks everyone for your thoughtful replies.
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
12-12-2021, 01:05 PM
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Do I need to replace my spare when I replace my Casita trailer tires?
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Posted By
Lisle
Do I need to replace my spare when I replace my Casita trailer tires?
My tires look fine and still have tread, however, they were made 2-1-17, which means they are 5 1/2 years old. I'm thinking I'd better replace them just to be safe. Question is, do I also need to...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-17-2021, 09:40 PM
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How to test Propane Alarm
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1,500
Posted By
Lisle
Thanks, David and Darwin. Very helpful.
Thanks, David and Darwin. Very helpful.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
11-03-2021, 07:38 AM
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5
How to test Propane Alarm
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1,500
Posted By
Lisle
How to test Propane Alarm
My propane/CO alarm used to go off all the time and often for no reason I could determine. I had it replaced 2 months ago. Since then it has not gone off once. The green light is on and it beeps when...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-19-2021, 10:54 AM
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CO/Propane alarm has gotten SUPER sensitive
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5,669
Posted By
Lisle
I just searched for it and found: ...
I just searched for it and found: https://www.camperid.com/safe-t-alert/safe-t-alert-25-series-flush-mount-propane-lp-gas-alarm-4087985771.html
This seems to be the identical alarm to the one...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-19-2021, 10:49 AM
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CO/Propane alarm has gotten SUPER sensitive
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5,669
Posted By
Lisle
The one I am going to replace, that came with my...
The one I am going to replace, that came with my Casita, is Safe-T-Alert brand. No idea if it is available to retail customers.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-16-2021, 03:10 PM
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26
CO/Propane alarm has gotten SUPER sensitive
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5,669
Posted By
Lisle
CO/Propane alarm has gotten SUPER sensitive
Yes, I've read other posts about how sensitive these sensor/alarms always are, and yes, mine went off after I ate beans and passed gas. Almost any strong aromatic smell does set them off. However,...
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
07-04-2021, 04:30 PM
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How does your tow vehicle handle a second battery (which you need for solar)?
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3,811
Posted By
Lisle
Thanks everyone. Your responses are helpful, as...
Thanks everyone. Your responses are helpful, as they always are when I ask a question here.
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
07-03-2021, 11:01 PM
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25
How does your tow vehicle handle a second battery (which you need for solar)?
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3,811
Posted By
Lisle
How does your tow vehicle handle a second battery (which you need for solar)?
I'm going to be using a 200W solar suitcase and am having a second battery installed in my 16' Casita next week. This may be overkill but I want to be able to boondock or dry camp for a week or two,...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-24-2021, 07:29 PM
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Bugs getting in HOW?!
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2,942
Posted By
Lisle
Sadly no-see-ums can get thru almost any screens....
Sadly no-see-ums can get thru almost any screens. They are just a big nuisance when they are in season. Same for some "black flies" which can also be tiny.
I love the idea of using the fan to...
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Hobbies & Passions
03-31-2021, 12:02 PM
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1
Are you a TICK magnet??
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1,643
Posted By
Lisle
Lots of good information here. (Ewww about the...
Lots of good information here. (Ewww about the spaghetti though.) Having worked in a doctor's office in Massachusetts where we saw a huge number of patients with tick bites and with Lyme disease, I...
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Jokes, Stories & Tall Tales
03-15-2021, 10:23 AM
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Water water everywhere
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1,039
Posted By
Lisle
Love your memory of that Ontario camping...
Love your memory of that Ontario camping adventure!
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-06-2021, 12:16 PM
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51
Caution trailer brakes
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4,357
Posted By
Lisle
Thanks, Darwin. That I can and will do.
Thanks, Darwin. That I can and will do.
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General Chat
02-10-2021, 11:19 AM
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28
Music Centric Camps
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1,991
Posted By
Lisle
Have you checked out the Harry Smith festival...
Have you checked out the Harry Smith festival near Greenfield MA? I think it happens in the summer and we are all hoping it will be in person soon. Old Tone in NY state is great, but will be online...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-28-2021, 08:11 PM
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Best Hybrid Tow Vehicle
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7,931
Posted By
Lisle
My HH is a 3.5L. The CVT is actually an...
My HH is a 3.5L. The CVT is actually an advantage because there is no transmission fluid to overheat -- it changes gear electronically I think.
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-27-2021, 08:05 PM
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33
new highlander transmission problems/lawsuit
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8,253
Posted By
Lisle
Whoops! Yes, I meant 20 miles per gallon.
Whoops! Yes, I meant 20 miles per gallon.
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-27-2021, 12:31 PM
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33
new highlander transmission problems/lawsuit
Views:
8,253
Posted By
Lisle
On the subject of towing with a Highlander...
On the subject of towing with a Highlander Hybrid, I've been towing my 16' Casita with my HH for over a year -- 25,000 miles, over the Rockies, etc. Never a problem. I used the low gear when going...
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General Chat
12-13-2020, 12:53 PM
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21
Does anyone recognize this make/model of trailer?
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3,703
Posted By
Lisle
Have you looked closely for a plate with the...
Have you looked closely for a plate with the serial number and so on? Often on the driver side front down low? Or do these older trailers not have them?
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Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
11-26-2020, 10:33 AM
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22
Winter battery storage
Views:
2,427
Posted By
Lisle
Related question: It's really hard to get the...
Related question: It's really hard to get the gel battery the previous owner installed out of my 16' Casita FD. There is a switch to turn off all 12V electric in the battery compartment. If I turn...
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General Chat
11-11-2020, 12:55 PM
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All veterans now granted Lifetime Pass to Parks
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2,582
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Lisle
Hi there, Al, On this Veterans Day, thank you...
Hi there, Al,
On this Veterans Day, thank you for your service. And glad veterans are getting this recognition, which they earned.
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General Chat
10-07-2020, 06:55 PM
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11
Camping in the shoulder season . . . water questions
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2,342
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Lisle
I’ve camped in my 2018 Casita in the shoulders....
I’ve camped in my 2018 Casita in the shoulders. As above, no problems as long as daytime temps are well above freezing and nights dip no lower than 25 or 26. At night I put the thermostat on it’s...
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Hi, I am....
10-05-2020, 06:16 PM
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Sad and angry 61-year-old here . . .
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4,015
Posted By
Lisle
I'm really sorry, Medusa, that you are facing...
I'm really sorry, Medusa, that you are facing these unhappy circumstances. I'm sure it's tough. Feeling sad and mad is totally appropriate. During the 2008 recession, many seniors found themselves...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
09-26-2020, 02:41 PM
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39
Best Hybrid Tow Vehicle
Views:
7,931
Posted By
Lisle
Have been all over the US with my Highlander...
Have been all over the US with my Highlander Hybrid and 16' Casita. It pulls great and I love it. Not sure about the length, but the car and camper fit well within two parking spaces.
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Camping, Campout Reports
09-26-2020, 02:40 PM
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Smokey Mountains first week of November
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1,802
Posted By
Lisle
I've been thinking of doing something similar. ...
I've been thinking of doing something similar. Was planning to find a campground at low elevation that would be warmer, and just drive my car up into the mountains for hiking and sightseeing where...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-24-2020, 08:50 PM
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27
When to Winterize
Views:
3,302
Posted By
Lisle
There are detailed instructions for using an air...
There are detailed instructions for using an air compressor to blow out the lines and the pump on a Casita. Google “How to winterize your on Travel Trailer by RV Adventures” on YouTube.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-24-2020, 11:04 AM
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42
How far or how long to drive to recharge a Casita 16' battery?
Views:
8,057
Posted By
Lisle
Turned out the wiring in the camper wasn't...
Turned out the wiring in the camper wasn't connecting the car to the battery. The repair guy who figured that out then fixed it and it has worked great ever since.
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Camping, Campout Reports
09-21-2020, 02:02 PM
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Columbia River, My day vs Googles day.
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838
Posted By
Lisle
Yikes!!
Yikes!!
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Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
09-10-2020, 12:22 PM
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27
When to Winterize
Views:
3,302
Posted By
Lisle
So if winterizing by draining and blowing water...
So if winterizing by draining and blowing water out of lines with an air compressor, I’ve heard you should put antifreeze into the traps for sinks. Will the toilet be OK without antifreeze? In my...
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Hi, I am....
09-08-2020, 01:53 PM
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Hi, I'm 74 graduating from a tent
Views:
2,451
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Lisle
Hi MJo, Full time is great. I love my...
Hi MJo,
Full time is great. I love my little turtle home. I started out last fall to travel the country and got as far as California when COVID hit. Was camped in a cousin's driveway for 7...
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Hi, I am....
09-08-2020, 09:52 AM
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Hi, I'm 74 graduating from a tent
Views:
2,451
Posted By
Lisle
Thumbs up to you, Iowa Dave. Much better to...
Thumbs up to you, Iowa Dave. Much better to adapt to age and it's changes than to give up. I'm 72 and full time in my Casita 16'. Love it, though COVID is putting a kink in my travels.
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Hi, I am....
09-04-2020, 08:55 AM
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Hi! We just got a cute Casita!
Views:
4,963
Posted By
Lisle
I highly second FlyGuy's recommendation for RV...
I highly second FlyGuy's recommendation for RV Boot Camp. Living in New England, I wasn't going to get there before starting my RV life. So I did the RV Online University instead -- very much the...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-30-2020, 10:34 AM
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40
Propane/CO Detector Issue
Views:
5,938
Posted By
Lisle
They are super sensitive. I have had them go off...
They are super sensitive. I have had them go off because I had cooked pasta in the camper with windows closed (except bathroom window) and I think there was too much humidity in the camper. Also...
Forum:
General Chat
08-29-2020, 11:28 AM
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2
FG Travel Trailer Destinations
Views:
664
Posted By
Lisle
Hi Steven, Nice to see your travels. Wondering...
Hi Steven,
Nice to see your travels. Wondering if you could name the locations? I tried to click on one to see what campground, but nothing came up.
Thanks
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Hi, I am....
08-12-2020, 02:02 PM
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Hi, I am Firebottle
Views:
528
Posted By
Lisle
Welcome to the Forums. It's a great place to...
Welcome to the Forums. It's a great place to learn lots. If you are new to RVing, I also recommend Escapee's RV Online University, and/or searching YouTube for instructional videos on all the...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
08-08-2020, 02:38 PM
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Living in one?
Views:
2,773
Posted By
Lisle
Been living in my 16' Casita with bathroom since...
Been living in my 16' Casita with bathroom since last Sept. First issue is domicile -- need a permanent address somewhere in order to get insurance, vote, etc. Lots of info on how to choose your...
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