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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-11-2021, 01:31 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,140
Posted By larryf
We tow our 19 ft Escape with a 2019 Ridgeline and...

We tow our 19 ft Escape with a 2019 Ridgeline and just love it. We have towed with it all over the west and have experienced no problems with having enough power. The comfort and room in the cab...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-05-2020, 10:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,874
Posted By larryf
I tow a Escape 19 with. 2019 Ridgeline and it...

I tow a Escape 19 with. 2019 Ridgeline and it works just fine in the mountains of Oregon, you may experience a slow down with very steep grades but it’s manageable, at least you will be faster than...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 05-19-2020, 10:51 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,764
Posted By larryf
I gave up on attachable mirrors and put in a...

I gave up on attachable mirrors and put in a backup camera and wired it to be on full time when my headlights are on, works reasonable.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-03-2020, 11:24 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,887
Posted By larryf
Use a electrical lubricating grease on you...

Use a electrical lubricating grease on you terminals this keeps them free of corrosion and aid in completing an electrical connection, it can be found at any parts store.

I have found that...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 01-22-2020, 05:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 962
Posted By larryf
2014 Casita Liberty Deluxe LD17

SOLD

A very nice custom Casita with custom wood interior made from old growth western hemlock including headboard and two flip up counter extensions. Extra wide 28 X 72 beds with 4 high...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 01-01-2020, 10:30 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 5,452
Posted By larryf
Smile Larry and Carol Flory reserved A-27 for 10-1 to...

Larry and Carol Flory reserved A-27 for 10-1 to 10-4. First time rally for us, will be arriving in 2020 Escape 19.:bow
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-16-2019, 02:13 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,836
Posted By larryf
I tow a 17’ Casita with a 2019 Ridgeline and it...

I tow a 17’ Casita with a 2019 Ridgeline and it is perfect and the most comfortable TV I have owned. I get around 16mpg towing but that is with a 3500 lb trailer and 400-500 lbs of cargo and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-24-2019, 12:49 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,011
Posted By larryf
I agree with these reviews but one truck to...

I agree with these reviews but one truck to consideris a Dodge Dakota, I towed several years with a 2005 quad cab with a 4.7 engine and it performed very well towing our 17 LD Casita. 12-14 MPG...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 02-21-2019, 06:29 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 10,682
Posted By larryf
You might want to post this request to the...

You might want to post this request to the Facebook group, Cast Iron Cooking, very knowledgeable and helpful group. A US made cast iron waffle maker will probably be old and rare thus expensive. I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-18-2019, 12:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,886
Posted By larryf
Thanks for the info

Some really great info from Ridgeline owners it conforms what I have researched but it is always better to get opinions from those in the real world.
I’ll be test driving one soon and the salesman...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-17-2019, 01:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,886
Posted By larryf
New Ridgeline for T.V.

Looking for opinions from members that use the newer Honda Ridgeline for a tow vehicle. I will be towing a 17 foot Casita LD and carrying up to 500 lbs of gear in the back. If anyone has an opinion...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-10-2018, 10:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,857
Posted By larryf
If you don’t have a weight distribution hitch you...

If you don’t have a weight distribution hitch you might look into one also Timbren makes a suspension helper for pickups that may help.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 01-26-2018, 10:56 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,175
Posted By larryf
The key to camping in Oregon is to do it Sunday...

The key to camping in Oregon is to do it Sunday through Thursday and use NFS, BLM or county camp grounds. Oregon State parks are some of the best in the county but very popular, reservations are a...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-22-2018, 04:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,696
Posted By larryf
I replaced my Jeep Cherokee for a Dodge Dakota...

I replaced my Jeep Cherokee for a Dodge Dakota and it works great, tows well, plenty of power (4.7 V8), room in the box for gear And has four door cab for Passengers if needed.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-22-2018, 11:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,696
Posted By larryf
I also live in Oregon (Redmond) and I started...

I also live in Oregon (Redmond) and I started with a 2006 Jeep Cherokee for my 17 ft Casita and found it a very good match for towing, although I really liked the Jeep I found it would not haul all I...
Forum: General Chat 01-20-2018, 10:11 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 7,379
Posted By larryf
We have camped in all kinds of campgrounds and...

We have camped in all kinds of campgrounds and boondocking in the west for over 50 years and have never encountered a dangerous situation with people, any uncomfortable situation was near towns but...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-01-2017, 09:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,851
Posted By larryf
I looked at them and found used ones are hard to...

I looked at them and found used ones are hard to find and expensive, from what I found they are very desirable and high quality. Big foot went out of business several years ago but employees have...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-03-2017, 10:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,100
Posted By larryf
This is a very good price if anyone is...

This is a very good price if anyone is interested, nice Campground in a very nice and fun little town.
Forum: General Chat 07-15-2017, 12:49 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,658
Posted By larryf
I always wear gloves because everything at the...

I always wear gloves because everything at the dump has the potential to be cantaminated and putting on a pair of gloves is a lot better than getting sick for a few days.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-14-2017, 09:40 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,408
Posted By larryf
I question the 50 psi for ST tires on mine...

I question the 50 psi for ST tires on mine (Marathons)if you read the spec on the side of the tire it says 65 psi?
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 06-25-2017, 02:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,986
Posted By larryf
I carry a 25ft 12/3 and if I'm visiting at...

I carry a 25ft 12/3 and if I'm visiting at someone's house I'll take a100ft 12/3, if that is not enough then I don't need electricity that bad.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-23-2017, 09:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,937
Posted By larryf
In Oregon trailer of more then 2000# need brakes...

In Oregon trailer of more then 2000# need brakes under 2000# brakes are not required.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-19-2017, 09:07 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,096
Posted By larryf
A test with a battery hydrometer will tell you if...

A test with a battery hydrometer will tell you if it has a weak cell, that could be part of your problem.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-29-2017, 10:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,683
Posted By larryf
If the State of Oregon issued a vin number then...

If the State of Oregon issued a vin number then you are go to go, go camping be happy. My experience with the Oregon DMV has been very positive with vin/license problems they are very helpful to...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-12-2017, 11:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,861
Posted By larryf
I installed the Andersen WDH on my Casita 17 and...

I installed the Andersen WDH on my Casita 17 and mounted the brackets behind the tank mounts it worked out very nicely. Tried to post a picture but can't seem to get it to work.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-07-2017, 11:15 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,777
Posted By larryf
As a former owner of a 96 4x4 ext. cab Ranger...

As a former owner of a 96 4x4 ext. cab Ranger with 3.0 and 5 speed manual trans it will not pull it. I pulled a 1000 lb teardrop and it was all it could handle and it did that poorly on hills. The...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-02-2017, 11:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,568
Posted By larryf
As a former owner of a 96 Ranger 4X4 with the 3.0...

As a former owner of a 96 Ranger 4X4 with the 3.0 I would say don't waste your time or money on it. I had a 1000 lb Fiberglass teardrop and it struggled pulling that up any hill, my Honda CRV 4 cyl....
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 02-24-2017, 11:27 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,712
Posted By larryf
Three Island Crossing at Glens Ferry ID is a very...

Three Island Crossing at Glens Ferry ID is a very nice state campground and has an interpretive center for the trail that crossed the Snake River their.
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 01-13-2017, 10:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,255
Posted By larryf
After living in MN and having a cabin in WI and...

After living in MN and having a cabin in WI and traveling I94-I90 to the west coast several times and living in the west I found humidity is not a problem in the West like WI. Most of the west is...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-23-2016, 10:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,994
Posted By larryf
Do not know anything about the Crown but I do...

Do not know anything about the Crown but I do know the Trojen is the battery of choice for most Rv's that are tired of replacing batteries.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-17-2016, 11:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,681
Posted By larryf
I don't use electrical tape if I have to and I...

I don't use electrical tape if I have to and I only use 3M, if you want a water tight and strong connection the best is to solder the wires and use quality shrink tubeing. If you want high quality...
Forum: General Chat 12-11-2016, 02:41 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 10,029
Posted By larryf
I really miss those gas war days, in high school...

I really miss those gas war days, in high school in mid 60s I worked at a station that hit $0.18 for one day in Central Oregon. PS. I was making $1.00 per hr. Good job for a kid.
Forum: General Chat 12-11-2016, 11:58 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 10,029
Posted By larryf
The price of gas will go up and down at the whims...

The price of gas will go up and down at the whims of global politics what will give it a permanent rise is fuel tax to help pay for crumbling infrastructure.
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 10-23-2016, 11:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,843
Posted By larryf
Nice looking trailer. If anyone is interested in...

Nice looking trailer. If anyone is interested in this I can look at it for you since it is in my home town.
Forum: General Chat 10-21-2016, 10:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 16,994
Posted By larryf
We had the same issue when we were looking for...

We had the same issue when we were looking for our retirement trailer and determine that the Casita Liberty was for us. Issues with stick built was poor quality construction and low resale value,...
Forum: General Chat 10-18-2016, 05:04 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,781
Posted By larryf
Many building codes in earthquake areas require...

Many building codes in earthquake areas require they be secured to a wall to keep them from tipping.
Forum: General Chat 10-18-2016, 04:19 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,781
Posted By larryf
Emergency water at home should not be a problem...

Emergency water at home should not be a problem for most people if they have a hot water heater, that's your 40-50 gallon emergency water supply.
Forum: General Chat 10-18-2016, 10:18 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,781
Posted By larryf
I fill the propane tanks at the end of the season...

I fill the propane tanks at the end of the season and keep a full spare in the shed also all my gear is stored in the Casita so all I have to do is throw in food, I have none perishables stocked in...
Forum: General Chat 10-14-2016, 11:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,316
Posted By larryf
That what attracts us to this area, except for...

That what attracts us to this area, except for medical emergencies your pretty safe after all you have everything you need to survive in your Casita. We have always had problems with cell service in...
Forum: General Chat 10-14-2016, 10:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,316
Posted By larryf
Now that I reread your post the answer you are...

Now that I reread your post the answer you are seeking is we have travels the ET highway and found it boring, to much closed off military land and to many ET tourist traps and no ETs to be found but...
Forum: General Chat 10-14-2016, 10:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,316
Posted By larryf
We have traveled portions or all of 93, 95, 305,...

We have traveled portions or all of 93, 95, 305, 376, 140, 160, I-84, I-15, nice roads little traffic (except interstates) and wide open spaces but you have to enjoy rugged hills and high desert? ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-02-2016, 10:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,473
Posted By larryf
I had an RV that I purchased from a dealer and...

I had an RV that I purchased from a dealer and the vin was incorrect I just went down with the RV to the DMV (Oregon) and they reissued a new corrected title at no charge and no hassle, it just takes...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-28-2016, 11:44 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,856
Posted By larryf
I took it to two different RV dealers and one...

I took it to two different RV dealers and one retail dealer and none of them would adjust warrenty because I did not buy it from them, I had to drive 25 miles to the Intertate Distrbutor to get it...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 07-28-2016, 10:47 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,856
Posted By larryf
I would steer clear of Interstate batteries I...

I would steer clear of Interstate batteries I have had trouble with them as have several people I know. Purchased my Casita new in May of 2014 and the Interstate battery that came with it lasted 3...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-28-2016, 10:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,501
Posted By larryf
I ordered my Casita with the 16 gal tank and have...

I ordered my Casita with the 16 gal tank and have not regretted it, most of our time is spent in primitive campground or Boondocking with no or limited water source. We pack extra water for what we...
Forum: General Chat 03-03-2016, 11:57 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,232
Posted By larryf
Camping in the West is much cheaper than East of...

Camping in the West is much cheaper than East of the Rocky Mountain Staes, if you go to BLM, NF, or COE camp grounds it generally less than $20 per night and half that if you have the senior card. ...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-03-2016, 09:52 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,192
Posted By larryf
I have used all sorts of blocks for leveling over...

I have used all sorts of blocks for leveling over the years but I have found the Anderson is the easiest and best by far, add a large level to the front of your trailer that you can see from the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-02-2016, 10:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,623
Posted By larryf
Why would you want to tip a delivery person, you...

Why would you want to tip a delivery person, you don't tip a UPS or Fedx driver and if you have paid for a truck delivery to your door you don't tip, when you pay extra for delivery I would think no...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-05-2016, 08:11 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,585
Posted By larryf
I normally camp in primitive or boondock sites...

I normally camp in primitive or boondock sites and have never had a problem leveling my Casita with the Anderson Leveler, 4" s is enough. I have installed a large level on the belly band that I can...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-29-2015, 09:59 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,585
Posted By larryf
Yes, I have done that a couple of times and had...

Yes, I have done that a couple of times and had no problems (yet):huh
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