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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-27-2018, 09:24 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,513
Posted By RV Doctor
Joe. They can get in through a hole as small as...

Joe. They can get in through a hole as small as a ball point pen. Two possible suggestions are maybe to get your Casita’s underbody spray foamed and use MouseFree. The later is a sticky spray...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-26-2018, 08:37 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,920
Posted By RV Doctor
Justin Credible uses the Cubic Cub. He lives in...

Justin Credible uses the Cubic Cub. He lives in Vancouver in his Class B full time. He goes to Whistler and other mountains on weekends and stays in the van. He swears by the Cubic Woodstove! He...
Forum: General Chat 02-26-2018, 05:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,085
Posted By RV Doctor
For those who are interested in going to Banff,...

For those who are interested in going to Banff, Lake Louise and Columbia Icefields. The government campsites are generally full weekends and long weekends but Sunday night to Thursday night are...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-25-2018, 09:18 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,920
Posted By RV Doctor
Dickinson are good but pricey. Try Cubic Wood...

Dickinson are good but pricey. Try Cubic Wood Stoves. The have the Cub and one larger model. Good prices.
Forum: General Chat 02-24-2018, 04:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,046
Posted By RV Doctor
It is an awesome show! Love the dedication to...

It is an awesome show! Love the dedication to restoring!
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-22-2018, 07:21 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,375
Posted By RV Doctor
Hi Connie. I, like Borrego Dave agree that you...

Hi Connie. I, like Borrego Dave agree that you should get another Prodigy. And, as Dave says, the P2 is your model. Ensure that it is solidly mounted and pointing straight forward. Also, very...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-21-2018, 05:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,337
Posted By RV Doctor
Hi David. Absolutely! If the battery at the...

Hi David. Absolutely! If the battery at the A frame was 100 percent dead, the 45A charge converter is going to give it all it can take as determined by the wire gauge. Also, once power is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-21-2018, 05:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,337
Posted By RV Doctor
Sounds like the potential concern is the...

Sounds like the potential concern is the converter to battery wire gauge size. If the gauge used in the 1984 Scamp was 10 gauge then the concern would be adding a converter of a higher amperage...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-21-2018, 09:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,337
Posted By RV Doctor
Scampva. You should be fine to replace your 30A...

Scampva. You should be fine to replace your 30A Intellipower to a 45A. Just ensure you keep the pos/neg polarity correct. Pretty simple changeout. Is you current charge converter a deck mount or...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-20-2018, 08:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,354
Posted By RV Doctor
Leej. There are waste valves (which are used to...

Leej. There are waste valves (which are used to dump the tanks) which are available in an electrically operated model. These install in place of the existing valves but do not require bending over...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-20-2018, 05:39 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,375
Posted By RV Doctor
Hi Connie. Thanks for relating your history. I...

Hi Connie. Thanks for relating your history. I think we will know more after you hear from the Honda Dealer. I believe the Wild Country tire line is Les Shwab’s own brand? Please ensure Honda...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-20-2018, 05:09 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,323
Posted By RV Doctor
Steve. Thank you for relating that story! Many...

Steve. Thank you for relating that story! Many people just don’t realize the power potential in LP. All gas valves used in RVs today, for water heaters and furnaces are all dual valve designs to...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-20-2018, 09:47 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,375
Posted By RV Doctor
Oh timing belts. All is good until something...

Oh timing belts. All is good until something happens!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-20-2018, 09:45 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,323
Posted By RV Doctor
Jon. Alde is a Hydronic system which utilizes a...

Jon. Alde is a Hydronic system which utilizes a boiler for domestic hot water and heating through “convectors” which are heater cores places around the perimeter of the coach. No fans but radiant...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-20-2018, 09:28 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,323
Posted By RV Doctor
Jon. The unit’s attributes that you listed do...

Jon. The unit’s attributes that you listed do exist, today. Units from Europe are starting to make their way to North America. Alde and Truma make safe, efficient, quiet, compact and vented units....
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-19-2018, 05:16 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,323
Posted By RV Doctor
CSA Z-240/241 requirements prohibit any fuel...

CSA Z-240/241 requirements prohibit any fuel burning device inside the living space. I think it will be a long time, if ever, before these are approved for Canadian use (legally anyway).
Whenever...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-19-2018, 10:32 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,323
Posted By RV Doctor
Olympian Wave Catalytic Heaters are very good...

Olympian Wave Catalytic Heaters are very good quality. I have installed many and certified the gas installation for DIY installers. They work very well but you must cover the heating surface with...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-19-2018, 09:55 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,323
Posted By RV Doctor
Dickinson make an LP Fireplace which is...

Dickinson make an LP Fireplace which is completely sealed from the inside and thus no depletion of Oxygen in the RV. It does require a double wall vent pipe to go up through the ceiling but once...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-18-2018, 09:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,629
Posted By RV Doctor
Bob. You are a daredevil![emoji106][emoji106]

Bob. You are a daredevil![emoji106][emoji106]
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-18-2018, 07:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,629
Posted By RV Doctor
True that Bill! I don’t know what trim level...

True that Bill! I don’t know what trim level you’re after but the XLT is pretty well priced. Some folks I’ve talked to say that there are some dealerships in Texas who give DEEP discounts. I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-18-2018, 05:57 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,375
Posted By RV Doctor
Hi Connie. What tires and always at spec...

Hi Connie. What tires and always at spec pressure as per your drivers door jamb placard? Assume the tire shop which did the install was reputable. It isn’t common for a trailer towing behind a...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-18-2018, 04:37 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,629
Posted By RV Doctor
The F-150 with the 2.7 is amazing! Can’t say...

The F-150 with the 2.7 is amazing! Can’t say enough good about it! Pulls the 25FB and truck full of stuff. I would like a little more power and may look at an F-250/350 but the problem is I love...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-18-2018, 09:12 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,629
Posted By RV Doctor
Welcome Bill! My recommendation is a Prodigy I...

Welcome Bill! My recommendation is a Prodigy I or 2. I have installed over 50 easily. Every customer loves them! Costs a little more but worth it! Set them up once and done!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-18-2018, 09:03 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,223
Posted By RV Doctor
Josh. I would recommend you try some different...

Josh. I would recommend you try some different pressures in a lower, closer range to the manufacturer. Your trailer had GVWR of 7000. Today, my FB is 7500. My tire spec is same as yours but...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-16-2018, 06:44 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,223
Posted By RV Doctor
Josh. It has been mentioned here that Bigfoot’s...

Josh. It has been mentioned here that Bigfoot’s alloy wheels are rated to 55 pounds. That may be a better pressure for you than 80psi. Just saying. [emoji4]
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-16-2018, 06:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,223
Posted By RV Doctor
Wacenturion. Great info! Wow, that Excursion...

Wacenturion. Great info! Wow, that Excursion 20K!!! Interesting on the weights. Most 25 owners, including me, pretty well have around 6000-6500 on the axles. What also enters into the equation...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-16-2018, 10:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,629
Posted By RV Doctor
A lot of folks add a cheap, offshore made,...

A lot of folks add a cheap, offshore made, Constant Duty Solenoid to their tow vehicle. Engine running is supplying power to trailer, engine off both batteries are disconnected. It is great when...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-15-2018, 09:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,223
Posted By RV Doctor
Josh. If you have a tire placard on your 25,...

Josh. If you have a tire placard on your 25, what did the former Bigfoot specify the pressure to be? Also, have you scaled your axles to know your true weight? It would be interesting to see...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-15-2018, 08:32 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,223
Posted By RV Doctor
Nvboatman. I will be interested to hear your...

Nvboatman. I will be interested to hear your impressions of the Tundra towing the BF25. Please let us all know. A lot are interested in the Tundra but a lot have gone to 3/4 ton trucks. Thanks in...
Forum: Classified Archives 02-15-2018, 10:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,274
Posted By RV Doctor
Bob. REI is an outdoor equipment store. They...

Bob. REI is an outdoor equipment store. They have just about everything one could want for the outdoors. www.rei.com
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-15-2018, 10:27 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,223
Posted By RV Doctor
Bob. I don’t know if your coach has a tire...

Bob. I don’t know if your coach has a tire placard at the front left corner. Hopefully it has one. The new BF 25s are 35 psi as recommended by the manufacturer. It may seem low as the Goodyear...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-15-2018, 10:07 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,223
Posted By RV Doctor
Also, don’t overpressure your tires. A lot of...

Also, don’t overpressure your tires. A lot of BF25 owners do. 35 psi cold. Means no sun hitting the tires and no driving when checking.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-15-2018, 10:04 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,223
Posted By RV Doctor
Congratulations! Welcome to the forum! I have...

Congratulations! Welcome to the forum! I have been an RV technician for close to 40 years and I own a Bigfoot 25FB. Enough said? You won’t have any problems with the coach at all. Extremely...
Forum: General Chat 02-14-2018, 05:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,701
Posted By RV Doctor
Looks Great Gerry!

Looks Great Gerry!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-13-2018, 08:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 862
Posted By RV Doctor
Welcome Lenny!

Welcome Lenny!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-13-2018, 08:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,100
Posted By RV Doctor
Welcome Jeanette! Good luck with your project!

Welcome Jeanette! Good luck with your project!
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-13-2018, 07:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,826
Posted By RV Doctor
Welcome and Congratulations Terry!

Welcome and Congratulations Terry!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-13-2018, 10:49 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,160
Posted By RV Doctor
So come to Canada to buy your supply of Methyl...

So come to Canada to buy your supply of Methyl Hydrate!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-13-2018, 10:18 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,160
Posted By RV Doctor
Normally for sap will use Methyl Hydrate. It...

Normally for sap will use Methyl Hydrate. It works awesome. I can’t get it down here in the US though. The US has Denatured Alcohol. Doesn’t work nearly as well to me. Apparently Methyl Hydrate...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-13-2018, 09:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,069
Posted By RV Doctor
Welcome Rosie!

Welcome Rosie!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 02-12-2018, 05:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,160
Posted By RV Doctor
I’m sure some will criticize but Unleaded Gas is...

I’m sure some will criticize but Unleaded Gas is GREAT!
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-11-2018, 04:23 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,537
Posted By RV Doctor
For killing them, don’t us glue boards. When...

For killing them, don’t us glue boards. When stuck, they will chew off limbs and run around, spreading stuff everywhere they go. Snap traps, although violent, are effective and humane.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-11-2018, 03:51 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,537
Posted By RV Doctor
Rzrbrn. There is also a spray. Can’t remember...

Rzrbrn. There is also a spray. Can’t remember the details but you spray your wiring with it. The rodents hate its smell!
Another product I do use a lot is MouseFree to spray the undersides of...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-11-2018, 03:34 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,537
Posted By RV Doctor
You can avoid a lot of frustration and high blood...

You can avoid a lot of frustration and high blood pressure by doing ANY of these great ideas! Another vote for Snap Traps and Peanut Butter. We were in Anaheim California and got visited by mice. ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-11-2018, 11:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,073
Posted By RV Doctor
Walmart gave me different tires for my Casita.

Goodyear are still the best ST rated tire. A lot of folks like Maxxis also. I think anything North American made is better.
Michelin have ST rated tires but only in European metric sizing. And...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-11-2018, 10:22 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,537
Posted By RV Doctor
Rzrbrn. I too do not like lights. But with the...

Rzrbrn. I too do not like lights. But with the porch light (s) shining up to the underside of your vehicle it is hard to see from beyond your site. Give it a try.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-11-2018, 09:38 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,537
Posted By RV Doctor
Jon. Near site 62 in LDM, there is a nest about...

Jon. Near site 62 in LDM, there is a nest about five feet long by three feet wide. These buggers are everywhere here in the desert! You need to have lights under your tow vehicle for sure! ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-10-2018, 09:38 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,537
Posted By RV Doctor
Beware Of PackRats!

Just wanted to remind everyone of the dangers of PackRats and the damage they can do! We had them chew up under hood wiring on our F-150 a year ago and now again, at Lost Dutchman State Park...
Forum: Classified Archives 02-10-2018, 03:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,274
Posted By RV Doctor
REI $20.00 card

REI has a promo on right now. Spend $100.00 and get a $20.00 gift card. This could buy one Lucy Light!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 02-10-2018, 03:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,929
Posted By RV Doctor
He used to tow with an F-150. I think he felt he...

He used to tow with an F-150. I think he felt he had too much trailer. Now a 250. Smart!
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