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RE: Changing drum brakes to disk brakes
On TT for the most part the drum brakes are trouble free and work pretty well. I have only had one problem in 35 years and it was a wiring issue to one brake. I have never had a bearing issue on a TT or a utility trailer. I seldom look at these bearings maybe once every 5 years or more.
I have had disk brakes on boat trailers and they have been very good and much better than drum brakes. Every year maybe twice a year, whether disk or drum the bearings get a lookie see. The disks are just much easier and cleaner to work with. The disk brakes also have much less water wear and tear.
On a TT disks would be nice, but to me it would be a waste of time and money to change to disk given my experience.
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Oldtymeflyr
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09/08/10 09:43am |
Do It Yourself (DIY)
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RE: BBQ
The newer $20 ones just don't cut it. They don't produce enough heat to sear and the cooking time is so long you might just as well use charcoal. I still have one.
We have had good success with a couple of small Coleman grills that are working quite well and take up little space and do double duty as outdoor stoves.
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Oldtymeflyr
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09/07/10 07:18am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Newbie questions + Outfitters Juno 8.5
I would look at the gas engine options in the Ford trucks. You do not need a diesel for a TC especially an Outfitter. If you are going to pull a big trailer then maybe. A 250 will work fine with an Outfitter.
I would also do some checking on Fords history with diesels, I think you will find a gas engine much more reliable and much cheaper to operate especially after warranty.
I know the 6.7 is supposed to be new and the best, but my experience with new designs is that its best to wait a couple of years to see how it shakes out.
Good Luck.
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Oldtymeflyr
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09/04/10 02:46pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Do I need a generator in Southern Utah region?
Not really. Especially if you are traveling, your truck will keep the batteries charged.
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Oldtymeflyr
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08/31/10 08:00am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Glacier, Waterton, Banff &Jasper Parks Part 1
Nice report. Had fun seeing the pictures.
Rick:B
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Oldtymeflyr
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08/30/10 06:47am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Truck campers, generators, & front hitch carriers
I don't carry a generator very often, just in the winter.
We have used a carrier on the back for years and in the past have had a front carrier, don't need it at the present time.
Stability is the key, just use some straps to tighten the carrier so it does not bounce around. As far as security goes, you are on your own.
Aluminum can crack, its seems easier then steel, just keep an eye out for hairline cracks.
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Oldtymeflyr
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08/26/10 09:34am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Summer Vacation 2010 - trip report - WARNING! WICKED LONG!
Nice trip report. Like the forum name, it fits.
Any more pictures?
Rick:)
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Oldtymeflyr
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08/24/10 02:44pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Fantastic Fan??
I like that Fantastic Endless Breeze Box Fan, it would be a good second fan.
We only use solar or the truck charger if we travel, no big deal, no need of additional expense or a generator.
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Oldtymeflyr
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08/19/10 08:17am |
Truck Campers
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RE: How long does it take you to load your camper on the truck?
1. Remove tailgate from truck. CHECK.
2. Place my 2” aluminum frame in truck bead. NA
3. Raise the camper with the electric jacks. CHECK.
4. Remove sawhorses. CHECK OURS IS A 14 INCH HIGH DOLLY.
5. Back truck under camper inch by inch. PROBABLY 2 MINUTES.
6. Lower the camper down into the bed. CHECK.
7. Install happy jack bars with pins into truck. NA.
8. Attach chains and tighten. PROBABLY 10 MINUTES.
9. Attach stairs. CHECK.
10. Fill with water. CHECK But do other things, like air the tires.
11. Air up tires. CHECK, it does take more time then one would think.
12. Plug in and start frig. CHECK.
13. Attach Bike rack. WE have a hitch extension or carrier to install.
14. Finished.
It takes me and sometimes with the help of my wife, 30 maybe 45 minutes at the most.
Its not supposed to be a race, its kinda of an enjoyable activity, part of the trip. About the same time to remove.
Enjoy yourself.
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Oldtymeflyr
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08/19/10 08:07am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Ten Best Museums
Good Idea!:)
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Oldtymeflyr
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08/17/10 10:30am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Portable Heaters for a 25 foot travel trailer?
The best heater and the safest is the one that is built into your RV.
Yes it uses fuel, is a little noisy and uses battery power, but it won't kill you if its properly installed and in good condition. Some of the new furnaces have variable speed blowers, I kinda like that.
A propane unit in the middle of a narrow isle, is a trip and fire hazard, not to mention it will suck the oxygen out of the coach and leave you with CO.
The real weakness in the use of the built in furnace is the electrical usage; We lower the temperature, added battery capacity and a solar panel, it works very well.
When in a RV park, which is seldom, we will use a very small electric heater.
Good Luck!
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Oldtymeflyr
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08/17/10 09:19am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Happijac lubrication
Thanks for the info, very helpful.
Rick:C
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Oldtymeflyr
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08/12/10 08:58pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: New toy
I like Yakima equipment and have looked at that trailer in the past. The price is outrageous!! Its load capacity is very small about 300#.
Even with a very small car, that could only pull a very small trailer, I would not get the Yakima trailer.
We have a 4 x 8 utility trailer that is rated for 2000# and have found it to be extremely versatile. There are so many uses, the dirtier the job the more likely the trailer is to be used, why dirty the bed of the PU. Its tough and if something should happen to it, its cheap and replaceable.
Good luck!
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Oldtymeflyr
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08/05/10 11:02am |
Truck Campers
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RE: camping Nebraska
You might want to consider Iowa and Iowa State-Manawa State Park in the Council Bluffs area.
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Oldtymeflyr
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08/03/10 09:50am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Charging TC battery with battery charger and Honda eu2000i?
If its a smart charger, it won't continuously force the maximum amps into a battery.
A smart charger will sense what is the best amperage to use and will use it.
On our separate charger, I will start with the maximum amps and the charger will go where it will. On a really drained battery it will stay at the maximum amount longer, on a less discharged battery it can move through the amp ratings pretty fast until it finds the level it is programed to be at.
Even a low amperage smart charger will be faster than a big amperage unit.
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Oldtymeflyr
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08/02/10 02:42pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: How loud is too loud
We had a boat at Lake Powell for more then 10 years, a twin engine Sea Ray and did not have air conditioning and we did not want it.
Yea its hot, but at Lake Powell you are right next to some nice clean cool water. Even at night with a canopy overhead (basically covering the whole 31 foot of boat during the day) we were able to sleep comfortably.
We don't run a TV, the music is quiet if at all.
Sometimes, we have been at campgrounds with the generators droning on and on and I wonder why? Its actually much quieter at home in the Denver area.
For those of you who want to camp in the shade, set a solar panel in the sun and run a cord to your rig, one campground host did that with a 4 foot by 4 foot panel, he would move it during the course of the day.
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Oldtymeflyr
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07/30/10 10:42am |
Public Lands, Boondocking and Dry Camping
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RE: Charging TC battery with battery charger and Honda eu2000i?
Check the specifications of your Lance's inverter/charger. You should find that it is a pretty healthy charger probably more than 30amps, that should do a pretty good job of charging up the battery, a second battery is a great help.
We have been using solar charging for about a year now and its working great. I am surprised at how well it keeps the batteries charged and we have a relatively small solar panel at 80amps. I do not use a generator except in the winter and then sparingly.
A lot of how quickly your battery will need a charge depends on how much power you use. Water pump, fans, lights etc. all take their toll, we just use less for we are off of the power grid most of the time.
:C
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Oldtymeflyr
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07/30/10 09:07am |
Truck Campers
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RE: 2011 Chevy "Build Your Own"
I am surprised it is that little a difference. I would have expected it to be $5,000 or even more. Are you sure you have comparable equipment.
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Oldtymeflyr
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07/29/10 07:08pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Bear attack near Yellowstone
In Yellowstone the rules for tents and PUP can vary from week to week, even day to day. In the spring some CGs are closed due to bear activity, then they open usually toward the end of June when the bears have left. If the CG has "bear activity" the rangers will close it down if necessary.
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Oldtymeflyr
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07/29/10 09:29am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Idea-changing a single to a dually
Arrowcraft is a company that has dually conversions.
You may want to do some searching on this forum to see Dodge owners are doing to carry the load you want to carry.
Good Luck!
:)
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Oldtymeflyr
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07/29/10 06:05am |
Truck Campers
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