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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-14-2021, 04:33 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Gladys has been sold and we watched her drive...

Gladys has been sold and we watched her drive away with love in our hearts for the memories we shared. She's gone to live in Mississippi with a family that'll enjoy new adventures and camping fun.
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-11-2021, 05:02 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Showing Gladys this morning. Mixed feelings after...

Showing Gladys this morning. Mixed feelings after sooo many memories and fun camping...

We've parked the new RV around the corner so she can't see us spending time with our old friend. The new...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-27-2021, 04:09 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Laura spent several hours in Gladys yesterday...

Laura spent several hours in Gladys yesterday freshening up the inside with a new coat of paint in many places. The bright white of the closet give that a new look and Laura has picked a pale mint...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-22-2021, 03:48 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Dean, We've chosen the Imagine XLS 22MLE. ...

Dean,

We've chosen the Imagine XLS 22MLE. The actual size is only one foot longer than Gladys but the added floor space of the single slide creates a lot more square feet inside and the bed in on...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-20-2021, 04:22 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
For Sale Again, price reduced

We have made a down payment on a new Grand Design RV and are selling Gladys. We have reduced the price to $12,000 and are looking forward to our new adventures.

I have reactivated our add and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-07-2021, 12:37 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
We're keeping Gladys

We've had another discussion and decided that we're going to keep Gladys for the foreseeable future. Now that I've completed the updating on the lights, Laura has begun repainting the inside of...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-23-2021, 05:22 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
issue with the light resolved

Turns out that we'd blown the line fuse from the battery. Replaced and all the new lights are working great.

I'm so glad for the excellent advice and help in this forum. I don't have time to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-19-2021, 05:08 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Gladys is formally for sale

Ad placed in the marketplace now
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-13-2021, 03:32 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
new lights installed

All the LEDs have been installed and I have managed to repair the switch at the bathroom door too. The only lights not LED are the reading lights in the sleeping area and the exhaust hood light.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-11-2021, 05:33 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Thank you Jon

Thank you Jon
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-10-2021, 07:28 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
We’re selling

After careful consideration we’ve decided to sell Gladys. An official advertisement will be forthcoming but we’re going to carefully write a detailed listing including reference to this thread.
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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-08-2021, 11:05 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Thinking that it may be time for us to make a change

Laura and I have been talking about the possibility of selling Gladys.:eek:

I retired last year, during the pandemic, and we spent quite a few days and nights in Gladys camping at the family farm....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-08-2021, 10:58 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
I picked up some more wiring connectors for the...

I picked up some more wiring connectors for the new LEDs that'll go in this week. I have plans to pull each fixture to check on wiring buggaboo. My plan is to begin at each fixture and work my way...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-07-2021, 10:07 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
New lights have arrived

The LED lights ordered from Amazon have arrived and I installed one of them this weekend while we were camping. It was very easy and works very well; like the "light of day" at the top of the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-26-2021, 07:12 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
I'm going to check the primary grounding wire as...

I'm going to check the primary grounding wire as recommended by Jim; corrosion or poor connection may be the culprit. However, I'll be looking at some replacement led fixtures from Amazon to upgrade...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-25-2021, 04:22 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Ceiling light repair help needed...

First: I'm having a problem with Gladys' ceiling lights on the passenger side of the cabin. Those lights on that side have stopped working. I've used a multimeter to test for electricity and it seems...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-25-2021, 04:21 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
reply on vent replacement

Kevin: I looked at the instructions from the manufacturer and it seemed very much like the escape hatch so I just went ahead and tried to do it. After I removed the lower screen, the cover just...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-19-2021, 12:16 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
New Vent Covers

Ordered a pair of standard vent covers from Amazon and installed them on Gladys. One looked a little "sketchy" and since I couldn't know if either of them were OEM I simply replaced them both. Good...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-02-2021, 06:20 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
pressure test success

The new flush valve for the toilet has tested successfully.:D
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-26-2021, 09:51 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Mszabo, that bad boys went right on and seems to...

Mszabo, that bad boys went right on and seems to have healed the vent leak. We'll be watching this issue very closely but I think we've sealed it up. Thanx again!:D
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-26-2021, 09:49 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Dometic Toilet valve leaking

Just ordered the flush valve for the dometic toilet valve. This is located on the back of the toilet and is operated by the foot flush pedal. It started leaking last fall and it seems that these...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 03-04-2021, 02:27 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Thanx!

Mszabo, thanx for the link. I'ma go measure that whole right now and make sure it's a fit.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-04-2021, 11:59 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
We have a roof leak

This last fall, we discovered that the escape hatch has a leak in the worn out fiberglass hatch lid. This spring, after we pull off the 5th wheel cover, we'll need get up there and replace the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-01-2019, 07:28 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Steve & Rosemary: Here's a shot of the label...

Steve & Rosemary:

Here's a shot of the label from our a/c unit. This unit slides right through the stock window frame of the "master bedroom" and we use the foam blocks to close off the opening...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-07-2019, 12:43 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Whoooowee, it's hot out there

I've been resealing windows on Gladys and I completed the third one today in less than two hours. This window is in the dining area as well as the mate to the first one located across the dining...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-03-2018, 06:49 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Day 5

The temperature inside the refrigerator was 37° last night. This plan is working well.

I will investigate Mike's suggestion for a new thermostat from Amazon using part identified as Dometic...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-02-2018, 10:59 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Mike, You're link isn't working for me. ...

Mike,

You're link isn't working for me. Can you PM that information so I can look at that, please?

bill
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-01-2018, 04:31 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Day 3 & Day 4-Fantastic!

I'm very excited by this news. Our test looks very good.

Day three showed a 3° drop from 50° to 47° but day four dropped to 40°! :eek:

Holy smokes! That's excellent! Of course we'll...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-31-2018, 05:50 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Day 1 & Day 2 of new test

On Sunday, I checked the temperature of the refrigerator after holding the "blue ice" blocks for almost 24 hours. The starting temperature for this test, a base-line is what I'll call it, it 54°.
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-30-2018, 06:18 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Next step in resolving the fridge issues

Ok, we've discussed another option for using the Dometic fridge in Glady. Instead of dumping a load of cash on a new refrigerator, Laura has the idea that we could employ the "blue ice" blocks that...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-27-2018, 06:14 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
I have an extensive history in the food service...

I have an extensive history in the food service industry and I couldn't be satisfied with those temperatures. It's just not safe. Thanks again for your input.

bill (not laura)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-27-2018, 05:32 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
and finally

The temperature for the refrigerator at 5:00 pm yesterday afternoon was 45° and it was 88° in the driveway in the afternoon sun. This morning's temp is 71° in our driveway and the temperature in the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-26-2018, 10:55 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Zach: Our refrigerator just doesn't seem to work...

Zach: Our refrigerator just doesn't seem to work very well. If I have to worry about maintaining safe temperatures for our food, I won't even bother with the refrigerator. I've actually considered...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-26-2018, 10:45 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
update on fridge temp

Well, I went home at lunch and checked the temperature of the refrigerator and it was at 39° with all the windows closed and the a/c off. I figure that's not bad with the temperature in our driveway...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-26-2018, 08:10 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Next step in refrigerator diagnostics

Well, I've cleaned out the rear access area of the refrigerator as well as I can. I did not disassemble anything, except the heat shields, and I have vacuumed and checked all the connections....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-26-2018, 07:28 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
I found a video! I haven't had the time to watch...

I found a video! I haven't had the time to watch it since I'm at work, but this could be something. This video begins with the question regarding the seemingly normal function of the freezer but...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-26-2018, 06:45 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
We have a Dometic RM 2601 that is so old and none...

We have a Dometic RM 2601 that is so old and none of the diagnostic videos address capillary tube thermostats. I know the area where the thermostat is located because of the protective plastic cover...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-25-2018, 06:35 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
What does this mean?

What does this mean?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-25-2018, 06:36 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Update on Refrigerator

The temperature of the interior of the fridge this morning is 58°. The freezer seems to be working because there is ice inside the freezer. I don't hold out any hope that the refrigerator unit is...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-24-2018, 07:42 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
To Do LIst is getting short

Laura and I have been keeping a note book about the projects we want to complete to make Gladys better and improve out camping adventures. Well, this weekend we spent some time reviewing our list to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-17-2018, 08:38 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Flush and fill complete, but now we have another problem

We have completed out flushing of the hot water tank and most, if not all, of the sulfur smell has been eliminated. We have refilled the tank with city water from our home where we're working on the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-16-2018, 04:33 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Water pump failure

Well, we began to day with intending to flush the hot water tank. Unfortunately, the water pump wouldn't assist. I ensured that the battery was "on" and when Laura turned on the water pump there...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-12-2018, 09:05 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
water heater fired for first time this past weekend

The LP water heater was pretty stinky and we have discovered this is a common problem for campers that have not had the water heater flushed clean during annual maintenance or prior to any long term...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-29-2018, 05:30 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Rigid Foam around the A/C unit

I took advantage of some spare time this evening and cut the inserts from some left over rigid foam panels I had laying around from our previous camper modification.

I used the screen from the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-26-2018, 11:53 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Small room air conditioner is a success

We have successfully added a small room A/C unit bought from Lowe’s to Gladys and it works great. We also used the support bracket that Lowe’s sells to which I’ve added a short length of 2X4 as a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-25-2018, 11:35 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
replacement awning installed

Last evening, with the help of some extremely gracious friends, we were are to re-install our replacement awning. I have thought about this process for almost six weeks regarding how to do this with...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-03-2018, 05:27 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
New Mr. Heater regulator and hoses installed

I have installed the new LP gas regulator and hoses for our gas service. When I pulled the old regulator off the gas lines had a tag from November 1987. :eek:

I was forced to make a mounting...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 05-02-2018, 06:34 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
What a day!

Yesterday, I had the honor to attend my brother-in-law's retirement ceremony. After 20 years in law enforcement he has retired and I am exceptionally proud to know this man. The mayor came to wish...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-29-2018, 06:25 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Well, we can use our hand again, finally

I can type again. I wasn't able to make this post yesterday because the muscle cramps in my hands made it almost impossible to type so I had to wait for over night to get this update posted.:reye2
...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-23-2018, 07:19 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 27,188
Posted By TheWanderers
Gladys is a Real Head Turner!

Gladys is a real treat!
Thanks for taking us camping Bill!
From Laura
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