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Forum: General Chat 09-25-2007, 05:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,994
Posted By Gary Lynch
Grease the bearings and check your hitch out!...

Grease the bearings and check your hitch out! Good luck.

I once knew a maiden but not for long......... https://www.fiberglassrv.com/board/style_emoticons/default/94.gif
Forum: Money Matters 09-24-2007, 06:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,336
Posted By Gary Lynch
When beer is cheap in Canada then we will know a...

When beer is cheap in Canada then we will know a change has taken place. https://www.fiberglassrv.com/board/style_emoticons/default/winky.gif
Forum: General Chat 09-23-2007, 02:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,502
Posted By Gary Lynch
Airstream trailers are first class. I love them....

Airstream trailers are first class. I love them. Out of my financial range, at least for a new one.
Forum: General Chat 09-19-2007, 01:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,344
Posted By Gary Lynch
When using a tiny 17' egg (compared to the new...

When using a tiny 17' egg (compared to the new wave mega RV), I call it trailer camping. They are just too small as far as I am concerned to actually call it RVing. Outside under the open sky, the...
Forum: General Chat 09-10-2007, 04:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,169
Posted By Gary Lynch
You are correct. Your experience with Casita was...

You are correct. Your experience with Casita was an anomaly. I had a 100% perfect experience with them. Web sites do not show much. I went right to the telephone and looked at a number of them...
Forum: General Chat 08-04-2007, 05:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,970
Posted By Gary Lynch
Reminds me of this race here in California; ...

Reminds me of this race here in California;

https://www.ws100.com/

The Western States Endurance Run is one of the oldest ultra trail events in the world and certainly one of the most...
Forum: General Chat 07-24-2007, 09:18 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,530
Posted By Gary Lynch
If you wonder why a proper size tow rig is...

If you wonder why a proper size tow rig is important, watch Idiot #8 for the answer......

https://www.metacafe.com/watch/644906/8_idi...uld_do_without/...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-15-2007, 10:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,788
Posted By Gary Lynch
"I have left and right Reese mirrors. I had to...

"I have left and right Reese mirrors. I had to grind away a little part"

I have a Taccoma and use the same mirror. They worked well to Texas and back (3500 miles) without any problem.
Forum: General Chat 07-15-2007, 05:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,641
Posted By Gary Lynch
I've been on many of them. I may add the...

I've been on many of them.

I may add the smoke is toxic. Get out ASAP.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-15-2007, 04:58 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,788
Posted By Gary Lynch
I use the clip ons and there are many types of...

I use the clip ons and there are many types of them.

https://www.rvpartscenter.com/prodselect.as...142&CID=338 (https://www.rvpartscenter.com/prodselect.asp?SID=64&DID=142&CID=338)

...
Forum: General Chat 07-14-2007, 08:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,375
Posted By Gary Lynch
"After you connect the coupler, either lift up...

"After you connect the coupler, either lift up the tongue of the trailer or use the tongue jack to lift it up. Do this to make sure that the coupler and ball are making a good connection and theat...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-07-2007, 08:59 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,598
Posted By Gary Lynch
It all depends on your definition of comfort and...

It all depends on your definition of comfort and ease of use. If you can tow a 21' or even a 25' they certainly give you more livable space which means less stress to me. But if you spend a lot of...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-04-2007, 10:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,704
Posted By Gary Lynch
What BobB said. It took me all day on my new...

What BobB said.

It took me all day on my new truck and was a pain in the A$$. From now on I will make sure I get factory pre-wiring!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-04-2007, 10:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,698
Posted By Gary Lynch
"I drilled a hole through the threaded portion of...

"I drilled a hole through the threaded portion of the ball immediately below the nut and installed a cotter pin....never had any problem after that."

Great idea! Also, balls are cheap. Good idea...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-01-2007, 05:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,698
Posted By Gary Lynch
I get on my knees and look back up at it (hitch...

I get on my knees and look back up at it (hitch connection). https://www.fiberglassrv.com/board/style_emoticons/default/7.gif You can clearly see the mechanism. The mechanism can be adjusted to fit...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-01-2007, 08:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,698
Posted By Gary Lynch
Gina, a hitch should never jump off the ball. If...

Gina, a hitch should never jump off the ball. If this happens it is because the hitch is not adjusted snug to the ball. There are adjustments for this under there which could loosen up with time....
Forum: General Chat 05-27-2007, 11:36 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,799
Posted By Gary Lynch
He ( the SOB ) was exhibiting a classic case of...

He ( the SOB ) was exhibiting a classic case of insecurity and lack of self esteem.
Forum: General Chat 05-27-2007, 11:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,626
Posted By Gary Lynch
"As we in the U.S. begin this Memorial Day...

"As we in the U.S. begin this Memorial Day weekend, let us remember those who gave their lives defending those freedoms we take for granted and we most cherish today. "

We should never forget our...
Forum: General Chat 05-27-2007, 07:25 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,799
Posted By Gary Lynch
Too me it means a lot of extra work that's not...

Too me it means a lot of extra work that's not worth my time while traveling. The logistics of maintaining a rig like that would be overwhelming not to mention that the areas I go to seek solitude...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-23-2007, 05:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,572
Posted By Gary Lynch
Mine was up by the hitch area. If there is...

Mine was up by the hitch area.

If there is none, stamp it on. Then go to a different DMV to register it.
Forum: General Chat 05-18-2007, 07:58 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,354
Posted By Gary Lynch
There seems to be two mind sets when people look...

There seems to be two mind sets when people look at my trailer. One is from those that have huge RV's and other types of trailers. You know the 30' - 40' types. They seem to feel sorry I'm am able to...
Forum: General Chat 05-17-2007, 10:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,782
Posted By Gary Lynch
I have the (now older style) Prodigy and I can...

I have the (now older style) Prodigy and I can read it very easy. For a 17' trailer it's excellent and I really can't think of why I'd want something more than what I have at this time. Compared to...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-16-2007, 12:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,523
Posted By Gary Lynch
Very rare to have two tires fail within 200 miles...

Very rare to have two tires fail within 200 miles if all specs were met. I used to work at a tire shop in my youth and never saw anything like that.

I will add my 2 cents which may not be...
Forum: General Chat 05-16-2007, 09:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,123
Posted By Gary Lynch
"A small engine that is taxed won't get much...

"A small engine that is taxed won't get much better mileage than a big engine that isn't."

Exactly

I towed my 13' Burro with a 4 cylinder Toyota Tacoma. My fuel mileage was almost cut in half....
Forum: General Chat 05-15-2007, 07:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,154
Posted By Gary Lynch
Also, how the heck does satellite radio work? Is...

Also, how the heck does satellite radio work? Is it hard to install?
Forum: General Chat 05-15-2007, 06:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,140
Posted By Gary Lynch
You really only need to have one or two other...

You really only need to have one or two other trailers if using the caravan style. Not a large number of them. It is very common for RVers to use this method when traveling in Baja or Mainland...
Forum: General Chat 05-14-2007, 06:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,140
Posted By Gary Lynch
I think you have a good idea. Unless you buy a...

I think you have a good idea. Unless you buy a handgun, guard dog, or get a law enforcement officer or former Marine as a traveling partner, it sounds like a good idea for you. You are not paranoid...
Forum: General Chat 05-10-2007, 07:40 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,094
Posted By Gary Lynch
Gina, That's what I do as well (set a fair...

Gina,

That's what I do as well (set a fair price and stick with it). If I was the kind of a person that became physically and emotionally attached to my positions I would go crazy. I have sold so...
Forum: General Chat 05-09-2007, 12:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,081
Posted By Gary Lynch
"Despite all that people in Holland tend to buy...

"Despite all that people in Holland tend to buy bigger trailers.
Models with fixed beds are extremely popular.
Average inner length between 4.5 and 5 m (14.8 and 16.4 ft)."

Those are still tiny...
Forum: General Chat 05-09-2007, 08:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,081
Posted By Gary Lynch
The general public usually is about five years...

The general public usually is about five years behind changes in lifestyle and only seems to accept change when it greatly impacts their lifestyle. We will not be any different than Europe in the...
Forum: General Chat 05-09-2007, 07:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,081
Posted By Gary Lynch
Let's face it. The smaller trailers will soon...

Let's face it. The smaller trailers will soon become more popular because of the cost of fuel. There is still a lot of design ideas that have not been tried. Europe has had to deal with space...
Forum: General Chat 05-08-2007, 04:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,094
Posted By Gary Lynch
If 'flipping' bothers a seller, the seller should...

If 'flipping' bothers a seller, the seller should ask straight up the buyers intentions. That is the point where a dishonest person would make up a fabricated reason they are buying. But remember,...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-20-2007, 05:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,782
Posted By Gary Lynch
UV rays kill fiberglass. It shortens it's life by...

UV rays kill fiberglass. It shortens it's life by quite a bit. If you plan on keeping your trailer for 20 years, you should get it out of direct sunlight.

Make sure your portable garage will hold...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-10-2007, 08:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,863
Posted By Gary Lynch
I found this to be true as well. In the summer...

I found this to be true as well. In the summer driving in Arizona when the temperature is 100 degrees, the sun side bearings are remarkably hotter. You would not think this would not make much of a...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-02-2007, 08:01 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 13,843
Posted By Gary Lynch
"Hey guys, I had a Toyota T-100 V6 5 speed manual...

"Hey guys, I had a Toyota T-100 V6 5 speed manual for ten years and pulled numerous campers on a 600 round mile trip over the West Va. Turnpike. On the famous 7 mile grade my truck bogged down to 20...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-01-2007, 08:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,475
Posted By Gary Lynch
Go to an RV dealer who also installs if you are...

Go to an RV dealer who also installs if you are not sure. Better safe than sorry. I have had a number of trucks where I had to make my own connections. It is not hard but takes experience to do it...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-31-2007, 08:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,157
Posted By Gary Lynch
"will be an '07 Toyota Tacoma with off road and...

"will be an '07 Toyota Tacoma with off road and trailer packages in the driveway in a couple weeks. "

You will love that truck. I have a 2006 and it's much nicer than I expected. 128 inch...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-21-2007, 04:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,022
Posted By Gary Lynch
Craig, Do not send any money to this person....

Craig,

Do not send any money to this person. If you cannot go in person and inspect the trailer and also check the sellers background via eBay, then you may have been scammed. It happens all the...
Forum: General Chat 03-16-2007, 12:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,844
Posted By Gary Lynch
AND FENDER GUITARS!

AND FENDER GUITARS!
Forum: General Chat 03-16-2007, 12:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,305
Posted By Gary Lynch
If anybody can build a state of the art diesel...

If anybody can build a state of the art diesel engine, Honda or Toyota could do it. Just look at their track record for design. Pretty impressive. VW is working hard too on new concepts.
Forum: General Chat 03-15-2007, 08:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,049
Posted By Gary Lynch
Yes, it is a Tacoma but not like a regular...

Yes, it is a Tacoma but not like a regular standard Tacoma. I just sold my Tacoma which really isn't much of a truck at all. I was totally surprised at the Pre-Runner. At first I thought just another...
Forum: General Chat 03-15-2007, 04:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,049
Posted By Gary Lynch
Looks like they still make them to me? ...

Looks like they still make them to me?


https://www.toyota.com/vehicles/2007/tacoma...double_cab.html (https://www.toyota.com/vehicles/2007/tacoma/models_double_cab.html)

127.8 inch wheelbase on...
Forum: General Chat 03-15-2007, 04:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,305
Posted By Gary Lynch
Toyota's decision is probably a smart one....

Toyota's decision is probably a smart one. Smaller and more efficient is the future, not large and less efficient. That's why they are doing so well in the market. They have vision.

Diesel fuel...
Forum: General Chat 03-14-2007, 05:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,049
Posted By Gary Lynch
I bought a 2006 Pre-Runner, just a little smaller...

I bought a 2006 Pre-Runner, just a little smaller than the Tundra. It has a 4L V6 and great suspension. Toyotas are really a quality product. I guess that is why they will soon be, if not already the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 03-13-2007, 12:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 24,840
Posted By Gary Lynch
Yes, what Brian B-P said...........

Yes, what Brian B-P said...........
Forum: General Chat 03-11-2007, 02:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,511
Posted By Gary Lynch
My European friends think the fuel cost in the...

My European friends think the fuel cost in the USA are a real deal.
Forum: General Chat 03-11-2007, 08:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,223
Posted By Gary Lynch
Myron, Check your owners manual and make...

Myron,

Check your owners manual and make sure that is not a AC cooler. Many cars (most) come with an AC cooler up there. My Pre-Runner has a huge one. My old Tacoma had a small AC cooler up front...
Forum: General Chat 03-10-2007, 08:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,223
Posted By Gary Lynch
Like John says, get a trans oil cooler. I just...

Like John says, get a trans oil cooler. I just did it. They are not expensive and super easy to install. Less than $100.

Do you have new bearings on the Burro? Pack those super well.

Oh yes,...
Forum: Money Matters 03-09-2007, 04:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,760
Posted By Gary Lynch
Steve, There are so many humans now wanting...

Steve,

There are so many humans now wanting to travel, I bet you can sell your product. 'Build it and they will come'.
Forum: General Chat 03-09-2007, 01:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,254
Posted By Gary Lynch
I had the same fuel issues with my Toyota Tacoma...

I had the same fuel issues with my Toyota Tacoma 4 banger. The smaller the engine the harder it works and your mileage drops up to 50% It freaked me out and was a bit disoriented.

My new V6 Toyota...
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