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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-23-2021, 02:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,018
Posted By DJD
Trust the expert

It may need to be an “on the fly” decision. With the high lift tacked in place, the direction of travel of the axle shall be considered. That’s when, IMO, you’ll know if the high lift axle fixes the...
Forum: General Chat 10-23-2021, 01:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,581
Posted By DJD
They will take anything

There is a metal salvage yard about two miles from here and I’ve not needed a trip to the dump in years. I put things just off the shoulder early and it’s gone by nightfall.
- On a lighter note, I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-23-2021, 01:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,018
Posted By DJD
Slightly (maybe more) off topic

The trailer appears to be sitting level. You’ve gotten good advice about axle placement. One other consideration for the Casita 17 SD is excessive tongue weight, often in the 20% range of loaded...
Forum: General Chat 04-14-2021, 01:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,920
Posted By DJD
Not 600 lb trailer

I believe there are few fiberglass units weighing 600 or less, so don’t take their description literally. If they described it correctly, they would mention the unit’s capacity for the tongue weight...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 04-14-2021, 12:54 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,089
Posted By DJD
Me too!

I second the cables idea! I used a pair with safety chains for about six years before they began to rust a little. I replaced those with new ones a couple years ago and use the old ones around the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 10-03-2020, 06:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,960
Posted By DJD
Solved your mystery yet? This is basic, but I...

Solved your mystery yet? This is basic, but I don’t know your level of experience, so please forgive if not relevant: Your camper is rated for 30A and your plug is different than a 20A receptacle...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-05-2020, 12:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,497
Posted By DJD
Best cheap mods.

Two of my favorites: #1- I found a cake cooling rack the size of of kitchen sink. I put 1-1/2” bolts with washers (fender washers work best) sticking through it so that I could put vinyl tubing on...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-20-2020, 07:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,904
Posted By DJD
Source of wag info?

I do not have extensive electrical wiring experience, but in my limited knowledge size 12 wag is intended to carry up to 20A. Size 10 wag is used for up to 30A in house wiring for clothes dryers,...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-07-2020, 05:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,317
Posted By DJD
Calculate first!

I have a Casita 17SD with notoriously heavy tongue weight. You really want to maintain 12-14% tongue weight when loaded so check to see where you are first to verify how much, if any, you can lighten...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 06-07-2020, 04:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,350
Posted By DJD
"Note that Casita 17's are very tongue-heavy...

"Note that Casita 17's are very tongue-heavy (400-450# vs. 250-300# for the Scamp 16) as well as several hundred pounds heavier." and a second mention of same. True - I have the 17 SD. BUT - there...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-29-2020, 05:34 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,297
Posted By DJD
Don’t forget to remember

- this is but one simple method, but when we stop for an hour or more, we thread a piece of hot pink surveyor’s flagging (about 1” wide) through the steering wheel. This helps you to remember to plug...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 01-23-2020, 06:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,760
Posted By DJD
A different camping style?

I 2nd Civil Guy's compliment but my circumstances differed maybe? I see no discussion of tongue weights before and after the project and I'll relate my experience/ decisions. I'd guess you have added...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 01-11-2020, 06:04 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 18,601
Posted By DJD
I’m with Steve

I have used a Big Buddy to raise the temp in my workshop and I do no like the fumes! I did not think it would smell, but I was mistaken. I will use it again when temps are below 35F, but I will turn...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-22-2019, 06:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,775
Posted By DJD
Troubleshoot Frig on Propane

Guitar string magic??? I just returned from a trip where it would have been handy to run the frig on propane, but it would not light. I did a little troubleshooting yesterday and found 1) the wire...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-30-2019, 01:40 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,453
Posted By DJD
Aerodynamics May figure in

I have a Casita 17 SD but some good friends that we camp with frequently had an Rpod with almost identical weight but a taller profile (better ground clearance). Their V-6 Tacoma disappointed them at...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-30-2019, 01:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,453
Posted By DJD
No way no sway!

I appreciate you staying on topic and I personally love the Toyota product; I’ve owned 16 over 46 yrs. We own a Casita 17 SD and they are known to have a heavy tongue weight, close to 20% of gross...
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