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Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-19-2023, 05:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,278
Posted By hrewer
We tow an Escape 17B with a Toyota Highlander...

We tow an Escape 17B with a Toyota Highlander that has a maximum tow of 5,000 lbs. I believe the 19’ trailer could also be pulled with this car. You may have more options than you think.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 04-08-2023, 03:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 936
Posted By hrewer
Camping with electric near Las Vegas

We live in southern California and are returning home from Fruita campground in Utah during the summer months. We are looking for a stop to break up the long drive. We have found a few places on...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 03-04-2022, 05:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,572
Posted By hrewer
Thank you for the suggestions, driving...

Thank you for the suggestions, driving information and the link to the hiking map. I guess the road between Gordon's Bay and Port Renfrew is a secondary road. Is it something you would do with your...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 02-26-2022, 01:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,572
Posted By hrewer
Camping on Vancouver Island 2

It's been a long time between starting this plan and picking it up again. Thank you to those who have given us input. I decided to bump it to a start it over as a new post.

We are now hoping the...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 02-23-2022, 07:41 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,001
Posted By hrewer
How many nights would you want there? It sounds...

How many nights would you want there? It sounds terrific.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 02-23-2022, 07:40 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,001
Posted By hrewer
Thank you - that looks like fun.

Thank you - that looks like fun.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 02-23-2022, 07:38 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,001
Posted By hrewer
Thanks! I think I you suggested Gordon Bay! ...

Thanks! I think I you suggested Gordon Bay!
Would French beach be close enough to the ferry in Victoria for our return?
Are there places to park at Botanical beach with a trailer?
Part of me is...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 02-22-2022, 02:18 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,001
Posted By hrewer
Yes - to the small towns! Do Duncan and Ladysmith...

Yes - to the small towns! Do Duncan and Ladysmith have spots to park with a trailer or should we plan to do this without the trailer?
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 02-22-2022, 02:09 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,001
Posted By hrewer
Here we go again

It's been a long time between starting this plan and picking it up again. We are now hoping the border will continue be open and we will be able to visit Vancouver Island in September. With the help...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 10-05-2021, 09:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,540
Posted By hrewer
Do you have a favorite place you print them? ...

Do you have a favorite place you print them?
Great idea!
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-01-2021, 12:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,517
Posted By hrewer
We had a Subaru Forester with our 13'Scamp and...

We had a Subaru Forester with our 13'Scamp and found it sluggish in the mountains. Now, we tow our 17' Escape with a 2016 Highlander rated at 5000 lbs. It's great! You need to be prepared to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2021, 10:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,101
Posted By hrewer
That’s what we were thinking we needed. How did...

That’s what we were thinking we needed. How did you attach the 1x2?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-19-2021, 11:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,101
Posted By hrewer
David- thanks for the good information. Escape...

David- thanks for the good information. Escape puts in reinforcement when they put in original windows so I’m wondering what others have used putting in a new window at a later date.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-18-2021, 02:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,101
Posted By hrewer
Adding a window

Does anyone have experience adding a window? We are wondering what kind of framing was needed? And any other tips would be great. We have an Escape so it is single hulled.
Forum: General Chat 08-08-2021, 07:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,330
Posted By hrewer
We tried one of the collapsible white plastic...

We tried one of the collapsible white plastic ones. It didn’t work out for us. It was hard to get dry and had too many nooks and crannies that collected dirt.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-06-2021, 03:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,294
Posted By hrewer
Thanks

Thank you to Shocksll for the information.
This will be so much better.
Forum: Money Matters 05-06-2021, 09:48 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,462
Posted By hrewer
We had this happen to us. We talked to them on...

We had this happen to us. We talked to them on the phone, explaining our problem, and they let us continue to use the card if it was in person with the actual card. However this meant we could not...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-28-2021, 02:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,294
Posted By hrewer
Highlander 7 way plug location

Hello. We have an Escape 17B that we tow with a 2016 Toyota Highlander. This works very well for us with one exception. Toyota's bracket for mounting the 7 pin receptacle is underneath the bumper...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Information 08-14-2020, 10:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,535
Posted By hrewer
Myron, you live in a beautiful area. Love the...

Myron, you live in a beautiful area. Love the rain! And your sweet dog.
Thank you for sharing.
Take care,
Kim
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-19-2020, 11:25 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,686
Posted By hrewer
mirror extensions

I second the motion for the melencos by dometic. I have had them for a couple of years and they stay on the car's mirror and they stay where you have adjusted them.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 10-29-2019, 06:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 882
Posted By hrewer
Thanks, Jim. I’ll look them up. Looks wonderful!

Thanks, Jim. I’ll look them up. Looks wonderful!
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 10-16-2019, 04:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 882
Posted By hrewer
Iceland camping

Has anyone had experience renting a vehicle for camping in Iceland? Wish I could take my little trailer there, but I’m sure there are other options. I'd love to hear what others have done.
Thanks!...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-21-2019, 11:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,084
Posted By hrewer
We were in Zion in 2017 for New Years. It was...

We were in Zion in 2017 for New Years. It was lovely to have hook ups. Part of the campground was closed and they do not make reservations (for either park) this time of year. It was actually hard to...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-20-2019, 06:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,084
Posted By hrewer
Arches NP in January?

Has anyone gone to Arches in January? Where did you camp? Did you winterize or were the temperatures okay?
We’re starting to think about it and would love tips from anyone who has gone.
Thanks!
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 05-20-2019, 10:00 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,001
Posted By hrewer
This looks nice! We started this thread intending...

This looks nice! We started this thread intending to be there now, but Howard had a knee replacement so we’re hoping for next year. So much good advice here. Thanks!
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 03-12-2019, 05:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,876
Posted By hrewer
We came from across upper Michigan, across at...

We came from across upper Michigan, across at Saulte St. Marie, then over and onto Manitoulin island and took the ferry across to Tobermory and the Bruce Penninsula. It was beautiful! Your place...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 03-12-2019, 01:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,876
Posted By hrewer
I needed this spot last year! It looks beautiful!

I needed this spot last year! It looks beautiful!
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 03-03-2019, 03:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,990
Posted By hrewer
Any ideas for where you could camp close by...

Any ideas for where you could camp close by instead of taking in the trailer?
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 03-02-2019, 07:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,990
Posted By hrewer
Chaco Canyon roads

We’re interested in camping at the Gallo campground in Chaco Canyon. We have a 17’ trailer and drive an all wheel drive Toyota Highlander. If you have been there, would you recommend it with our set...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 11-07-2018, 06:42 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,001
Posted By hrewer
Thank you all so much! This looks like it will be...

Thank you all so much! This looks like it will be fabulous and 3 weeks may not be nearly enough. Now we need to sit down with a good map and locate all these places. Thanks also for restaurant ideas...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-02-2018, 09:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,248
Posted By hrewer
Electric Brakes

this is from the CA DMV website;

"In California, brakes are required on any trailer coach or camp trailer having a gross weight of 1500 lbs. or more."

We had brakes on our 2014 13' Scamp that...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 10-30-2018, 11:10 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,001
Posted By hrewer
Camping on Vancouver island

We're planning a trip to Vancouver Island in May and would love some suggestions. We have 2 - 3 weeks. We'd like to spend a few days near Victoria doing city activities and then get out for the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-13-2018, 06:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,679
Posted By hrewer
Need air conditioner noise reduction

We have a Dometic roof top air conditioner that is very noisy and vibrates the whole trailer when the condenser comes on. It makes it hard to sleep. Has anyone found a way to reduce air conditioner...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-13-2018, 06:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,788
Posted By hrewer
Need air condition noise reduction

We have a Dometic roof top air conditioner that is very noisy and has a lot of vibration when the condenser comes on. Makes it hard to sleep! Has anyone found any kind of solution for this? Does...
Forum: General Chat 07-19-2018, 10:23 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,915
Posted By hrewer
We went from the 13' Scamp with the big bed to...

We went from the 13' Scamp with the big bed to the 17' Escape. On paper the bed dimensions are the same, but we were pleasantly surprised at how much bigger the bed is in the Escape. The corners of...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-16-2018, 07:39 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,026
Posted By hrewer
Thanks everyone

Thanks everyone
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-10-2018, 05:35 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,026
Posted By hrewer
We’re thinking of 70 and then 44 at St. Louis....

We’re thinking of 70 and then 44 at St. Louis. Then 40 on across. Does anyone know reasons for staying on 70 instead? Or the suggestion of 80 connecting to 70 in Denver?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-09-2018, 03:59 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,422
Posted By hrewer
[QUOTE=Dave Storey;699614] I have installed a gps...

[QUOTE=Dave Storey;699614] I have installed a gps tracking device in a hidden area of trailer for security .

Where do you find a gps tracking device? Could be a good idea.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-09-2018, 03:12 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,026
Posted By hrewer
What is the most reliable and quick route across the US

Hello all,
We are planning a trip mid June to mid July from the Los Angeles area up to upstate New York. We have the trip all planned going with wonderful stops along the way. We'd like to return...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 02-27-2018, 12:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,041
Posted By hrewer
Route between Wisconsin and Toronto

We are planning a leg of a trip between Marshfield, Wisconsin and Toronto, Ontario. We'd like to go through the upper peninsula, but then which way works best? Through Sault Ste. Marie or down...
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 09-27-2017, 02:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,866
Posted By hrewer
Mary, we haven't changed anything. I went to...

Mary, we haven't changed anything. I went to resubscribe, but it says I am already subscribed. Not getting them makes me realize how much I enjoy getting it everyday. Thanks!
Forum: General Chat 09-01-2017, 04:06 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,225
Posted By hrewer
There are so many fabulous places! Just remember...

There are so many fabulous places! Just remember to cherish what you are doing - you will never see it all.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-11-2017, 10:43 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,419
Posted By hrewer
Towing with Highlander

We traded our 13' Scamp for an Escape 17B last October. We could no longer use our Subaru Forester as the tow vehicle. We too rely on Consumer Reports for large purchases and so wound up with a...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-21-2017, 11:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,258
Posted By hrewer
Thanks for the help.

Thanks for the help.
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-20-2017, 01:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,627
Posted By hrewer
For us, the decision for a 17 was based on the...

For us, the decision for a 17 was based on the storage area we had in our yard. The 19 is longer, wider, and taller. This could be good, but for us it made it too difficult to store. Since we came...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-20-2017, 01:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,258
Posted By hrewer
Sherwin Creek campground near Mammoth

We have reservations for Sherwin Creek campground near Mammoth, Calif. I just noticed that it is one and a half miles on a gravel road to get in. Has anyone been there? My car would be no problem,...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 03-30-2017, 08:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,981
Posted By hrewer
This is also helping me plan a trip ending in...

This is also helping me plan a trip ending in Kingston...driving from Southern California. Thank you all for the fabulous ideas! Nancy, why is August better than July?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-17-2017, 08:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,356
Posted By hrewer
towing mirrors 2016 Highlander

We are now towing a 2016 Escape 17 B with a 2016 Toyota Highlander. I have been unable to find mirror extensions that are said to be appropriate for this TV. Does anyone have experience with...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 10-27-2016, 10:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,325
Posted By hrewer
This is a great idea. Thanks everyone!

This is a great idea. Thanks everyone!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 10-26-2016, 01:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,325
Posted By hrewer
Thank you - this looks great!

Thank you - this looks great!
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