Comments - On The Home Stretch - Good Old RVs2024-03-29T09:33:00Zhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profiles/comment/feed?attachedTo=2093474%3ABlogPost%3A324977&xn_auth=noThanks John. I'll take a cl…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2017-10-23:2093474:Comment:3259162017-10-23T17:23:37.393ZDawn Michellehttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/DawnRobuck
<p>Thanks John. I'll take a closer look at the tires - I have no ideas which ones I have but there is a "caveat" written on them about the 80 lbs. </p>
<p>Thanks John. I'll take a closer look at the tires - I have no ideas which ones I have but there is a "caveat" written on them about the 80 lbs. </p> Dawn, one of the WORST enem…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2017-10-23:2093474:Comment:3256262017-10-23T12:09:20.455ZJohn "T" Nordhoffhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/JohnT
<p> Dawn, one of the WORST enemy of tires other then weather checked and cracked, is HEAT caused by under inflation causing the sidewalls to flex and generate heat. In my opinion its safer to OVERinflate versus UNDERinflate. Load Range E tires as you say are labeled for MAX load at 80 PSI and Id rather carry more then less air. Also if the VR came with Load Range D tires they DO NOT carry 80 lbs so maybe that's what the door labels indicate??? If I had Load Range D tires Id run at 60 or 65…</p>
<p> Dawn, one of the WORST enemy of tires other then weather checked and cracked, is HEAT caused by under inflation causing the sidewalls to flex and generate heat. In my opinion its safer to OVERinflate versus UNDERinflate. Load Range E tires as you say are labeled for MAX load at 80 PSI and Id rather carry more then less air. Also if the VR came with Load Range D tires they DO NOT carry 80 lbs so maybe that's what the door labels indicate??? If I had Load Range D tires Id run at 60 or 65 but if Load Range E Id run 70+ or even 80 SUBJECT TO THE ACTUAL WEIGHT. Don't drive up n down the road UNDERinflated </p>
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<p> I agree if there's very little play I wouldn't worry with replacing the ball joints just yet </p>
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<p> In an older RV I insist on like new tires properly inflated,,,,,,,,,,,,new belts n hoses,,,,,,,,,,,good battery,,,,,,,,,,,,,,good brakes especially calipers that DONT STICK N HANG CLOSED..</p>
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<p> John T</p> Richard - I'm going to rememb…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2017-09-30:2093474:Comment:3247252017-09-30T15:46:44.566ZDawn Michellehttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/DawnRobuck
<p>Richard - I'm going to remember that story, for sure! I knew about the required tilt when out, but it NEVER HURTS to remind. That image of you trying to get 500 lbs of water off and out and the camper leaning is priceless. And, also need to remember to not leave it down unattended (esp out west) even for a short short. We lost the awning rails on our Bounder to such stupidity. </p>
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<p>Of course the Bounder we just bought, moved in and tried to figure it out as we went. Easy…</p>
<p>Richard - I'm going to remember that story, for sure! I knew about the required tilt when out, but it NEVER HURTS to remind. That image of you trying to get 500 lbs of water off and out and the camper leaning is priceless. And, also need to remember to not leave it down unattended (esp out west) even for a short short. We lost the awning rails on our Bounder to such stupidity. </p>
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<p>Of course the Bounder we just bought, moved in and tried to figure it out as we went. Easy come easy go (okay, not really - but I think when you reno something it increases exponentially in value with every curse word and time you pull out the wallet).</p>
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<p>Lakota - that's not redneckery - sounds dang creative!!! </p> Hey Dawn,,, Im going to pass…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2017-09-30:2093474:Comment:3249152017-09-30T14:51:13.347ZLakota Wolfhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/LakotaWolf
<p>Hey Dawn,,, Im going to pass on some serious Redneckery solution to your trim around the geny door, (Hope your sitting down and not reading this on your phone while cruising at 75 mph in heavy traffic). Are you familiar with vinyl window blinds? Those slats are the bee (elbows) knees,</p>
<p>I could not find trim for any of my storage compartments and windows, without putting a 3rd mortgage on the RV. I think the RV places think its plated gold. It may sound funny, but I just cut the…</p>
<p>Hey Dawn,,, Im going to pass on some serious Redneckery solution to your trim around the geny door, (Hope your sitting down and not reading this on your phone while cruising at 75 mph in heavy traffic). Are you familiar with vinyl window blinds? Those slats are the bee (elbows) knees,</p>
<p>I could not find trim for any of my storage compartments and windows, without putting a 3rd mortgage on the RV. I think the RV places think its plated gold. It may sound funny, but I just cut the slats to fit with a slight arch and put an adhesive sealant to hold them in place, You can laugh now,,,, BUT,,, It has lasted 6 yrs now and havent lost a piece yet,,, even under high winds crossing from Ca, to Texas.,, Now take into mind,, this is just a suggestion.. When I got into a pickle,, I applied my Redneckery intuition.....</p> I'll pursue that - it's the "…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2017-09-30:2093474:Comment:3249922017-09-30T11:04:04.006ZDawn Michellehttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/DawnRobuck
<p>I'll pursue that - it's the "other" brand I could find (although didn't realize walmart had it) but doesn't have measurements even on the pdf that RV & Auto Parts sent. However does have same naming conventions.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/AP-Products-011-358-Philips-Screw-Cover-8-Colonial-White/184317875" target="_blank">https://www.walmart.com/ip/AP-Products-011-358-Philips-Screw-Cover-8-Colonial-White/184317875…</a></p>
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<p>I'll pursue that - it's the "other" brand I could find (although didn't realize walmart had it) but doesn't have measurements even on the pdf that RV & Auto Parts sent. However does have same naming conventions.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/AP-Products-011-358-Philips-Screw-Cover-8-Colonial-White/184317875" target="_blank">https://www.walmart.com/ip/AP-Products-011-358-Philips-Screw-Cover-8-Colonial-White/184317875</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/AP-Products-011-357-Elixir-Screw-Cover-8-Polar-White/101376595" target="_blank">https://www.walmart.com/ip/AP-Products-011-357-Elixir-Screw-Cover-8-Polar-White/101376595</a></p>
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<p>(not worried about color - can always paint)</p>
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<p>Unfortunately not in store or available for pick up in either my area or denver. But might be able to return it to store...and get some money back. Can get free shipping if I find more stuff to buy :-)</p>
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<p>I'm going to head to camping world today or monday to get propane and spend a $15 gift certificate - see what they might say (i know premium candy store pricing) but if nothing else might get some bad advice.</p> Wal-Mart actually has one for…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2017-09-30:2093474:Comment:3249082017-09-30T00:30:11.733ZRobert beesleyhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/Robertbeesley
<p>Wal-Mart actually has one for 2.47 not sure of width though</p>
<p>Wal-Mart actually has one for 2.47 not sure of width though</p> Wow, appreciate that Robert .…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2017-09-30:2093474:Comment:3247192017-09-30T00:21:49.899ZDawn Michellehttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/DawnRobuck
<p>Wow, appreciate that Robert ...but I'm thinking that may be to wide? That converts to .875</p>
<p>To give you an idea of the closest I came in hunting:</p>
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<p>The Philips style:</p>
<p><a href="https://www.rvautoparts.com/11451-JR-Products-Black-Philips-Rigid-Insert-Trim_p_19223.html" target="_blank">https://www.rvautoparts.com/11451-JR-Products-Black-Philips-Rigid-Insert-Trim_p_19223.html</a> - this is the right shape on the sides but it is definitely too wide. It's .535 and my…</p>
<p>Wow, appreciate that Robert ...but I'm thinking that may be to wide? That converts to .875</p>
<p>To give you an idea of the closest I came in hunting:</p>
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<p>The Philips style:</p>
<p><a href="https://www.rvautoparts.com/11451-JR-Products-Black-Philips-Rigid-Insert-Trim_p_19223.html" target="_blank">https://www.rvautoparts.com/11451-JR-Products-Black-Philips-Rigid-Insert-Trim_p_19223.html</a> - this is the right shape on the sides but it is definitely too wide. It's .535 and my trim is .5 or a hair under</p>
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<p>Then this one:</p>
<p><a href="https://www.rvautoparts.com/11401-JR-Products-Black-Elixir-Rigid-Insert-Trim_p_19217.html" target="_blank">https://www.rvautoparts.com/11401-JR-Products-Black-Elixir-Rigid-Insert-Trim_p_19217.html</a></p>
<p>isn't quite the right shape on the sides but I'm thinking it would still work, but it was a thinner at .460</p>
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<p>You can see my conundrum. I suppose I could go smaller and use some sort of adhesive caulk...</p> I am in Charlotte nc and thin…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2017-09-29:2093474:Comment:3249022017-09-29T23:58:36.773ZRobert beesleyhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/Robertbeesley
<p>I am in Charlotte nc and think I have some extra trim. It is 7/8 and it fit my 421 honey. Email me an address at rbeesley1@gmail.com and I will mail it if you want.</p>
<p>I am in Charlotte nc and think I have some extra trim. It is 7/8 and it fit my 421 honey. Email me an address at rbeesley1@gmail.com and I will mail it if you want.</p> Best of luck, Dawn. Enjoy you…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2017-09-29:2093474:Comment:3247172017-09-29T23:21:42.014ZTerry Hhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/TerryH
<p>Best of luck, Dawn. Enjoy your shake down and points west, and most important, be safe.</p>
<p>I get the impression you will deal with any problems down the road.</p>
<p>Best of luck, Dawn. Enjoy your shake down and points west, and most important, be safe.</p>
<p>I get the impression you will deal with any problems down the road.</p> Thanks! She won't be winning…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2017-09-29:2093474:Comment:3247152017-09-29T22:33:13.309ZDawn Michellehttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/DawnRobuck
<p>Thanks! She won't be winning any awards, but she'll be clean and tidy.</p>
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<p>Yay, she's finally back from the mechanics and we started on the last items on the list. Found some things to add to it. Hazards aren't working, and they were, so hoping i just have a jiggly fuse since the mechanic futzed around a little with the electric. The nonworking reverse light is going to take more research, though - actually looks like some wires aren't coming through to the plate that contacts…</p>
<p>Thanks! She won't be winning any awards, but she'll be clean and tidy.</p>
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<p>Yay, she's finally back from the mechanics and we started on the last items on the list. Found some things to add to it. Hazards aren't working, and they were, so hoping i just have a jiggly fuse since the mechanic futzed around a little with the electric. The nonworking reverse light is going to take more research, though - actually looks like some wires aren't coming through to the plate that contacts with the bulb (comparing that to the working one) which means removing the whole housing. May leave that til after I get where I'm going. I still have that front parking light problem I haven't run down so can tackle those two the same weekend.</p>
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<p>Awning saver took a bit of creative thinking to install, and it isn't the prettiest, but looks like it will work. As far as the screen door don't see how in the world that little plastic disk was going to be affixed. Supposed to screw but no way it was going to go where it shows. Ended up jb welding it but then ended up too low so grumble, I am going to have to be very careful with that. If I get the awning up high enough not an issue but of course there's always the day I'm not paying attention!!</p>
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<p>Next three days are going to be busy while I finish up loose ends but there's a nice little campsite overlooking a reservoir as my reward!</p>
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