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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-05-2023, 11:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,661
Posted By JonRaw
You just need to upgrade the converter part. ...

You just need to upgrade the converter part. Here is the part you need:

https://www.etrailer.com/p-PD4045CSV.html

I did the same in my Bigfoot. It's a very easy and fast install. It's a...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 12-14-2022, 10:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,499
Posted By JonRaw
What are you looking at? 21RB? 21FB? I tow my...

What are you looking at? 21RB? 21FB? I tow my 21RB with no storage box with a 2017 Chevy Colorado 4x4 with the 2.8L Diesel. The truck handles the trailer very well. My limiting factor is...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-26-2022, 10:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,951
Posted By JonRaw
Yeah it is pretty thick stuff. The instructions...

Yeah it is pretty thick stuff. The instructions specifically say not to thin it but I was wondering the same thing. I'd like it just a tiny bit thinner.


Here is the link to the article where...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-24-2022, 09:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,057
Posted By JonRaw
I have a 2018 Bigfoot 21RB with no front storage....

I have a 2018 Bigfoot 21RB with no front storage. My empty weights are listed on the trailer weights in the real world thread:





That was before I added my weight distribution hitch. I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-21-2022, 06:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,951
Posted By JonRaw
Heng's alkyd fibered roof coating is what Grant...

Heng's alkyd fibered roof coating is what Grant Bilodeau, President of Bigfoot Industries, suggested I use to reseal my vents on the roof of my 2018 Bigfoot. That's what they put on at the factory. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-03-2021, 05:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,888
Posted By JonRaw
How is it for current draw? Any chance it would...

How is it for current draw? Any chance it would be low enough current to run off batteries easier than the ole Dometics?
Forum: General Chat 08-18-2021, 09:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,626
Posted By JonRaw
I'd call the Atchafalaya Welcome Center before...

I'd call the Atchafalaya Welcome Center before you go to check the status of the roadwork. I went through there Eastbound at the end of June and the Eastbound off ramps were closed due to road...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-02-2021, 12:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,012
Posted By JonRaw
I rented a Ram 2500 from Enterprise Truck rental...

I rented a Ram 2500 from Enterprise Truck rental to pick up my Bigfoot. I picked it up locally and dropped it back off same location. But it was only 600 miles each way, so quite a bit less. They...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 03-15-2021, 10:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,197
Posted By JonRaw
To each his/her own but for me personally I would...

To each his/her own but for me personally I would NOT recommend putting any shunt or battery display down the toilet with either trap open or shut.


*shrug*
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-18-2021, 02:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,342
Posted By JonRaw
Too bad all RVs don't use some kind of...

Too bad all RVs don't use some kind of convention. Bigfoot uses Red for positive DC and black for negative DC and the battery has only one wire which is directly connected to the frame.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-09-2021, 02:25 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 32,169
Posted By JonRaw
Right from the 'about us' on their website: ...

Right from the 'about us' on their website:


...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 02-09-2021, 02:20 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 32,169
Posted By JonRaw
I have to wonder ACZ06 and his 26 posts: ...

I have to wonder ACZ06 and his 26 posts:

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/search.php?searchid=10767149

most of which are either badmouthing chopped fiberglass or trying to drum up interest...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 01-27-2021, 05:15 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,625
Posted By JonRaw
I'm following this thread closely. Have you...

I'm following this thread closely. Have you considered mounting the inverter outside? I have the generator bracket and I saw someone else on here who mounted the inverter there. Might help with...
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 01-26-2021, 10:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,738
Posted By JonRaw
Good fix. Imagine owning a travel trailer where...

Good fix. Imagine owning a travel trailer where the whole thing is made like the doors on these are?
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-26-2021, 10:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,587
Posted By JonRaw
I'll throw my 6 cents worth in for diesels. I...

I'll throw my 6 cents worth in for diesels. I had a 2011 TDI Jetta Sportwagen with an automatic transmission that I put 50k miles on and gave to my ex in the divorce. I have a 2009 TDI Jetta...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 01-13-2021, 08:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 617
Posted By JonRaw
Yeah we have to plan to be spontaneous these...

Yeah we have to plan to be spontaneous these days. And I'm not.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-07-2021, 11:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 292
Posted By JonRaw
Welcome, good luck in your search!

Welcome, good luck in your search!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-01-2020, 02:16 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,402
Posted By JonRaw
All these Jackery, Goal Zero, etc all calling...

All these Jackery, Goal Zero, etc all calling themselves generators is just stupid. Solar panel is a generator. These things are just glorified battery packs.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-01-2020, 02:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,402
Posted By JonRaw
This is one of the main things I use the remote...

This is one of the main things I use the remote start on my truck for. It's nice to just stand by the plug and use the remote start, then plug it in.



Oh, and if you stop for the night in a...
Forum: General Chat 09-17-2020, 04:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,761
Posted By JonRaw
I have a 21RB that I bought used. I agree on not...

I have a 21RB that I bought used. I agree on not having the skylight. The light is nice but really it lets in a LOT of heat. And, it's not recommended to put anything in to block the light since...
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 09-17-2020, 01:00 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,718
Posted By JonRaw
Very happy with the Q220 that I've had for .. eh...

Very happy with the Q220 that I've had for .. eh 10? more? years. (Q220 was the predecessor to the Q2200.) It's a great grill, very versatile. I cook on it all year long. I cook meat, veggies,...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-16-2020, 04:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,700
Posted By JonRaw
How long did the install take?

How long did the install take?
Forum: Hi, I am.... 09-10-2020, 01:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,552
Posted By JonRaw
May as well check out the Colorado while you are...

May as well check out the Colorado while you are looking at midsized trucks. I love mine.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-10-2020, 12:09 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,665
Posted By JonRaw
On a recent trip to Oregon I saw 2..

On a recent trip to Oregon I saw 2..
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-09-2020, 11:36 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,665
Posted By JonRaw
I get having a few lights, but why would you need...

I get having a few lights, but why would you need a wench with batteries? What would she do with them? Or is that a story for another forum?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-31-2020, 04:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,663
Posted By JonRaw
Speaking of imperial gallons and pathetic...

Speaking of imperial gallons and pathetic attempts at humor...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-31-2020, 10:28 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,399
Posted By JonRaw
Tires need to be inflated to the appropriate...

Tires need to be inflated to the appropriate load. Inflate them to the recommended pressure on the trailer not the tire. The tire doesn't know the weight of the load, whether it's a tandem axle or...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-26-2020, 10:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,700
Posted By JonRaw
If you sent Renogy an email to cancel an order...

If you sent Renogy an email to cancel an order and they shipped it anyway, you should not have to pay to return the items. Few suggestions. If the items are being shipped via UPS or Fedex contact...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-26-2020, 01:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,700
Posted By JonRaw
I can completely throw my recommendation behind...

I can completely throw my recommendation behind Battle Born. They have always been extremely helpful answering my many questions both before I purchased, and after. Yes they are expensive, but well...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-25-2020, 08:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,073
Posted By JonRaw
I have the WiFi hotspot functionality in my...

I have the WiFi hotspot functionality in my Colorado. Yes it's cellular. It is 4G-LTE. It's a resale of AT&T's connected car service. As far as I know it's always AT&T. You even have a ...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-06-2020, 05:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,767
Posted By JonRaw
One of the nicest ones I've seen was Pacific...

One of the nicest ones I've seen was Pacific Beach in Washington State. Obviously not near where you are right now but if you're ever in that area be sure to check it out. It was on a bluff...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 08-06-2020, 04:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,767
Posted By JonRaw
Since you have military campground access, did...

Since you have military campground access, did you check the military base Famcamps in New Mexico?
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 08-04-2020, 02:53 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 5,465
Posted By JonRaw
Just because 'cowgirls drive real trucks' doesn't...

Just because 'cowgirls drive real trucks' doesn't always mean 'all real trucks are driven by cowgirls.'


Teasing of course. ;)
Forum: General Chat 08-03-2020, 06:37 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,801
Posted By JonRaw
My story of my very first RV experience: Some...

My story of my very first RV experience:
Some military bases have outdoor recreation offices where you can rent equipment including RVs. So I decided I was going to rent an RV to go to see the...
Forum: General Chat 07-31-2020, 11:07 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,825
Posted By JonRaw
I have the same sized Berkey filter. I...

I have the same sized Berkey filter. I previously used RO water at home and after getting the Berkey I ended up using it at home as well so it was worth the money to me. Before I travel I either do...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 07-21-2020, 04:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,528
Posted By JonRaw
I'm very interested in astronomy, unfortunately...

I'm very interested in astronomy, unfortunately I'm not very skilled. <_<
Here is a shot of the Comet Neowise I got from Morro Bay over the weekend.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-21-2020, 11:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,672
Posted By JonRaw
On the 21FB the tanks are in the front? On my...

On the 21FB the tanks are in the front? On my 21RB the tanks are in the back. Based on where the shower and toilet are on the 21FB, I would have thought the tanks are in a similar place.

In the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 07-17-2020, 09:50 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,490
Posted By JonRaw
It looks fairly small, why not just bring it...

It looks fairly small, why not just bring it inside and store it in the livingroom! :)



On a more serious suggestion, I use a Proven industries hitch lock model 2516. ...
Forum: COVID-19 RVing Information 06-26-2020, 11:37 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,287
Posted By JonRaw
If you consider a long enough timeline the...

If you consider a long enough timeline the survival rate for everyone drops to zero.
Forum: Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes 06-24-2020, 05:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,224
Posted By JonRaw
To me an Italian sausage is just that, Italian...

To me an Italian sausage is just that, Italian sausage. They have fennel seeds, and can be hot or sweet. Bratwurst is something different, and so is knockwurst. Andouille is yet another. But, of...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-14-2020, 08:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,517
Posted By JonRaw
I'm going to answer myself here since after...

I'm going to answer myself here since after posting I found some info. I found an interview from Grant in 2018 where he answered my exact question about the roof sealing. ...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-14-2020, 07:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,955
Posted By JonRaw
Pretty much if I have shore power I use that for...

Pretty much if I have shore power I use that for the water heater, especially if electricity is included in the cost of wherever I'm staying. If I were staying with a friend in their driveway with...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-14-2020, 04:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,517
Posted By JonRaw
Fantastic reseal on 2018 Bigfoot RB

Well as the subject suggests, it looks like it's time to reseal my Fantastic Fan on my Bigfoot. :/ I would have thought these seals would last longer than 2.5 years but as was pointed out to me on...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-14-2020, 02:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,955
Posted By JonRaw
I think I remember reading that it's not there on...

I think I remember reading that it's not there on the 2020 models. On my 2018 21RB it's very obvious and is on the side of the dinette seat.
Forum: NEW Fiberglass RV Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Trade 06-14-2020, 02:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,840
Posted By JonRaw
I'm super close to Los Gatos (like a few miles). ...

I'm super close to Los Gatos (like a few miles). I'm interested in seeing what a Bigfoot looks like with a slide!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-10-2020, 07:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,637
Posted By JonRaw
I have a 180 Watt Zamp portable solar panel. It...

I have a 180 Watt Zamp portable solar panel. It is 2 90 Watt panels that are permanently mounted to a 15A waterproof controller which is connected to a Zamp style plug. It came with a cable that...
Forum: General Chat 06-09-2020, 02:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,402
Posted By JonRaw
I saw (and wrongly answered) your FB post. I'm...

I saw (and wrongly answered) your FB post. I'm not convinced that if no one reading these forums answers, that it means none were built.


Have you looked on some of the rv sales website...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-04-2020, 03:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,210
Posted By JonRaw
This is probably the best bet. I haven't yet but...

This is probably the best bet. I haven't yet but will line my cabinets with it. I also put it under the dinette bench cushions and it stopped them from sliding around.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-02-2020, 03:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,840
Posted By JonRaw
Thanks for the answers all. The Porflex looked...

Thanks for the answers all. The Porflex looked good but it says not to use where there is polystyrene insulation sheathing, which I think the Bigfoot has.



I think I'll clean up as well as...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-31-2020, 05:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,840
Posted By JonRaw
Timely thread for me. I'm finally almost done...

Timely thread for me. I'm finally almost done with moving my Battle Born Batteries inside my Bigfoot. There was an existing hole in the floor where the ground wires pass through from the converter,...
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