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Forum: General Chat 01-13-2022, 04:20 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 8,139
Posted By CasitaMiner
Little known fact is range is extremely limited...

Little known fact is range is extremely limited by towing travel trailers. You would be lucky to get 80 miles between charges while towing a heavy travel trailer, slowing a trip down huge with...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-17-2021, 11:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,489
Posted By CasitaMiner
Clean the jet.

Clean the jet.
Forum: General Chat 07-07-2021, 09:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 17,472
Posted By CasitaMiner
I like the rear queen walkaround bed concept in...

I like the rear queen walkaround bed concept in the 23 ft Escape the best, you generally back into a camp space, and the rear bed gives more quiet than a front bed which is nearer to the road in...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-14-2021, 09:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,193
Posted By CasitaMiner
Looks like a good trailer, you will enjoy many...

Looks like a good trailer, you will enjoy many years of camping with. Enjoy!
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-09-2020, 12:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,453
Posted By CasitaMiner
There is a little actuator pin under the fan lid...

There is a little actuator pin under the fan lid so when top lid is down the fan cannot be turned on, well this pin can seize and not release over time when you raise the fan lid, use some...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-12-2020, 02:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 492
Posted By CasitaMiner
Dana, sounds like a great trailer you got...

Dana, sounds like a great trailer you got ordered. You both will be so glad you bought it by the end of next camping season. My wife and I are on our 10th yr using a 2006 17 ft Casita SD. We have...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-04-2020, 10:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 774
Posted By CasitaMiner
Congratuations on your marriage! I am sure you...

Congratuations on your marriage! I am sure you guys will love fiberglass trailer camping. This is our 10th yr of fiberglass trailer camping. Good luck with your quest to find your perfect trailer....
Forum: General Chat 07-31-2020, 09:40 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,827
Posted By CasitaMiner
Same here we bring along several one gallon...

Same here we bring along several one gallon containers water and bottled water for drinking and coffee. We do the bleach thing for freshwater tank every season but do not drink out of freshwater...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-17-2020, 09:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,516
Posted By CasitaMiner
Not only over weight limit, but over tongue...

Not only over weight limit, but over tongue weight limit, which is pretty heavy at around 450 lbs on a SD 17 ft Casita, and over the limit on payload once loaded for camping. For a 17 ft Casita its...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-16-2020, 10:57 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,236
Posted By CasitaMiner
As a word of caution I would stay away from the...

As a word of caution I would stay away from the F150 coyote 5.0L engine the block was changed in 2018-20 and has plasma bore cylinders rather than standard cast iron cylinder liners, they are having...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-15-2020, 02:24 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,838
Posted By CasitaMiner
I am a huge fan of Trojan lead/acid batteries,...

I am a huge fan of Trojan lead/acid batteries, plates are much thicker than most other batts, not uncommon to find 8-10 yr useful life. I am on yr six of a 27 series Trojan now.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-25-2020, 12:20 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 9,569
Posted By CasitaMiner
We use our awning quite often. Afternoons for...

We use our awning quite often. Afternoons for reading or napping outside along the coast. We watch the wind if it gets too windy we retract the awning nights. Hard on it plus the noise can keep you...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 03-16-2020, 03:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,757
Posted By CasitaMiner
I use EZ lube only and just enough to replace the...

I use EZ lube only and just enough to replace the old grease no more, occasionally I will adjust preload if it gets too loose, and I do it in reasonably warm weather, on trips I hand check the hubs...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-20-2019, 12:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,635
Posted By CasitaMiner
I hope Toyota is an early adopter of DFI, (ducted...

I hope Toyota is an early adopter of DFI, (ducted fuel injectors) if it will eliminate the DPF filter and perhaps DEF fluid as well, it would be awesome. Toyota has been having massive problems with...
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 12-19-2019, 02:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,438
Posted By CasitaMiner
That is an A/C unit on the roof. Nice looking...

That is an A/C unit on the roof. Nice looking rig, well taken care of. Nice extras too.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 12-17-2019, 12:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,676
Posted By CasitaMiner
The biggest drawback of the 17 ft Casita is...

The biggest drawback of the 17 ft Casita is crawling over sleeping partner to get out of bed, the Escape 21 ft eliminates the need for that, a big plus. We still have a 17 ft Casita, maybe upgrade...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-20-2019, 12:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,282
Posted By CasitaMiner
I agree with this, there are plenty of trailers...

I agree with this, there are plenty of trailers it just takes time for one to pop up in your neck of the woods. No need in massive travel.
Forum: General Chat 09-22-2019, 10:26 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,422
Posted By CasitaMiner
Congratulations on your retirement, we are a...

Congratulations on your retirement, we are a couple yrs into ours. We been breaking up the yr by 3-5 trips a yr camping with the Casita to various spots in Calif.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-25-2019, 01:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,190
Posted By CasitaMiner
I went a Trojan last time after several marine...

I went a Trojan last time after several marine batts and its lasted well compared to the marine type batts. Trojan makes all sizes you can think of.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-16-2019, 09:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,692
Posted By CasitaMiner
Get the 17 SD Casita and upgrade to a bigger tow...

Get the 17 SD Casita and upgrade to a bigger tow vehicle. Bath and side dinette are awesome to have. Your escape will not last long towing a 16 ft either. Stick with a tent trailer or change tow...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-04-2019, 09:32 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,645
Posted By CasitaMiner
Keep the Vent we always crack the vent when...

Keep the Vent we always crack the vent when sleeping nights. Not healthy to remove it. We also use the fan when needed when warmer during morning cooking time, or afternoon napping.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-19-2019, 07:29 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,235
Posted By CasitaMiner
Jon, I agree with you fully on the bigfoot, I...

Jon, I agree with you fully on the bigfoot, I would jump to a Tundra 5.7 4x4 for this one. They are heavy. 4 seasons trailer.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-19-2019, 10:48 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,235
Posted By CasitaMiner
If I was going to tow a Casita with a SUV, it...

If I was going to tow a Casita with a SUV, it would be the 4.0L V6 4Runner with the tow package, great drive train. The older 3.4L is not near as good power.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 04-10-2019, 10:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,800
Posted By CasitaMiner
I believe the Bigfoot travel trailers are 4...

I believe the Bigfoot travel trailers are 4 seasons and a 17 ft should be within your towing capability. Others will chime in I am sure with more details and models.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-04-2019, 10:21 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,926
Posted By CasitaMiner
The CVT transmissions used in late model Subaru's...

The CVT transmissions used in late model Subaru's will not fare well towing.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-28-2019, 12:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,487
Posted By CasitaMiner
I tow with a 2006 Tacoma 4.0L this 2nd gen V6 is...

I tow with a 2006 Tacoma 4.0L this 2nd gen V6 is a great engine, lots of power, decent mileage if you stay out of the pedal. I think I will try and buy a low miles 2015 when I change trucks, this is...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-28-2019, 11:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,487
Posted By CasitaMiner
I bought my 17 SD Casita from a fellow that towed...

I bought my 17 SD Casita from a fellow that towed with the 3.4, he was less than satisfied after a trip thru the mountains on vacation with it.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-28-2019, 10:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,487
Posted By CasitaMiner
3.4 is a little weak in the mountains but ok on...

3.4 is a little weak in the mountains but ok on the flats.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-09-2019, 12:52 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 11,644
Posted By CasitaMiner
My cousin towed a 34 ft Dutchman for several yrs...

My cousin towed a 34 ft Dutchman for several yrs and ended up with a late model F150 3.5TT, he said it towed great even in the mountains going from Washington to Montana. But mpg was bad. I think...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-09-2019, 11:54 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 11,644
Posted By CasitaMiner
A poll was recently taken in a large Ford...

A poll was recently taken in a large Ford dealership garage amongst the mechanics, the majority of the mechanics recommend the 5.0L V8 over the ecoboost models for reliability.


Despite that poll...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-03-2019, 12:19 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 11,644
Posted By CasitaMiner
There is one design flaw on the new Ranger...

There is one design flaw on the new Ranger already, the rear axle springs are less than desirable, one single main spring per side with a short overload then rubber spring bumpers that your truck...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 01-30-2019, 12:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 17,673
Posted By CasitaMiner
I have been towing a 17 ft SD Casita with a 2006...

I have been towing a 17 ft SD Casita with a 2006 Tacoma TRD Offroad 4x4 for 8 yrs, with just a sway bar. Works great even in winds to 40-50 mph in storms. I do have much upgraded shocks, rancho 9...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 01-05-2019, 03:15 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 13,178
Posted By CasitaMiner
I personally would only use the Goodyear...

I personally would only use the Goodyear Endurance tires now that they are available, made in USA, only drawback is they do not give you a full 11/32 of rubber on these tires, its about 8/32 or 9/32...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 12-19-2018, 12:50 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,218
Posted By CasitaMiner
I notice my sacrificial anode is pretty shot...

I notice my sacrificial anode is pretty shot every 2 yrs, so I just replace at that point, every yr I drain the heater to get the sediment out.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-17-2018, 11:02 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,837
Posted By CasitaMiner
That super cab 6 ft bed 2019 Ranger is a nice...

That super cab 6 ft bed 2019 Ranger is a nice looking rig. However I also would tend to lean to the F150 in the Diesel V6 over the Ranger. For towing. My brother in law recently got a Laramie 2018...
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