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Rob_Fla · Rob_Fla

We took out Recliners that came in the rear of our Pinnacle 5th Wheel and gave them to our Daughter and SIL. Then we moved the Sleeper Sofa from the Slide to the rear of the living area and bought a Theater Seating unit by Lane and put in the Slide area accross from the TV. We love the new seating unit, fits g...

rclvnv · rclvnv

Anyone have any experience with the "Water King" system for RV use. We spend most of our time in the west,especially NV & CA, where hard and mineral laden water is the norm. Have seen units where you need to add salt, like we used to have in the house.Would like to avoid that if possible.Sa...

arkypam · arkypam

My question is how difficult is it to replace a dinette with a free-standing table and chairs (in a used motorhome)? My husband and I are just window shopping right now. I definitely prefer a free-standing table. We're not as young as we used to be and the bench style seats are more difficult for us. ...

Colorado_Kid · Colorado_Kid

I would like to know if anyone here has ever had a Generac generator and how well do they work?

406bobby · 406bobby

We are looking for a portable satelitte system and was wondering which model is a good one and who to subscribe with, and is there one that also offers internet service as well as TV?

Loydstuts · Loydstuts

I found a site that sends me a daily email with select free kindle books. Go to ereadernewstoday.com and give it a look. Have a blessed day! Edited by Terry Miller 1-22-12 at 6:09pm CDT - fixed link. -- Edited by Terry and Jo on Sunday 22nd of January 2012 06:09:19 PM

myagya · myagya

I don't know if there are already threads about this topic, but I couldn't find any. Does anyone have a washer and dryer installed in their RV? We don't but we are really looking into it. It just doesn't make sense to re-wear dirty clothes on our long trips. If you do have one installed can you tell me your e...

pinetree · pinetree

We are making plans for our first winter trip, Have one week reserved in aTexas campground to thaw out the camper and will play the rest as it goes. I have a honda 3000 generator , should I bring it? We are in a 28 ft 5er.

Tim & Robyn · Tim & Robyn

Any opinions out there amongst those who have awnings and/or slideout toppers as to which material is better: vinyl or fabric? Thanks!

Terry and Jo · Terry and Jo

Since Jo and I are "static" full-timers and will be wintering in Oklahoma City for a couple of years yet, we wanted something that would be better than the stinky-slinky for our sewer. I wanted some thing out of PVC to get away from water in the crevices of the slinky hose freezing up and buil...

janni · janni

Is there any way to dump a back or gray tank into a residential sewer line? We are going to stay in my son's back yard (in town) and a long trip to the closest rv dump.

J Riechman · J Riechman

Does anyone know of a bike carrier that attaches to the back of the RV and can hold 3 3-wheel bikes.

J Riechman · J Riechman

We were at our local RV suplier yesterday and I was cruisin thru the household stuff when I saw something new (for me anyway). It was a folding ironing board. I picked it up thinking that I had to have one when my son came up to me and said "Oh good, now you can iron my wrinkled clothes." It is rea...

granny · granny

I thought I had seen somewhere on here about surge protectors. Do you use a surge protector for your rv while at camp sites? If so what kind

coltleader · coltleader

I don't know if there are already posts about this topic but I would really like to know how people feel about having a washer and dryer installed in the RV for our cross country trips. If you do have one installed can you tell me your experience with it? Is there a specifc RV appropriate washer and dryer se...

RVPAINTER · RVPAINTER

How important would you Class C or A folks consider automatic levelingto be? From what I've been reading, Big Foot for example has 3 versions - Automatic, Wireless and manual. Not too sure what wireless is. Not cheap, but the leveling blocks seem like they would be a very big PITA!!! Will be ordering...

bkfulltimers · bkfulltimers

Has anyone invested in a screen room that attaches to your awning. Carefree and others offer them. Seem like a nice addition but never see them and wonder how difficult they are to attach/detach (wind, storms, etc.). Hesitant to get one without hearing from those whose may use them. Thanks!

RVKevi · RVKevi

We know that not everything that we should have is included when we buy a rig. We're starting to try to put together a list of the things, other than 5th wheel and truck we will need and what they cost. I'm talking about things like surge protectors, hoses of various kinds, wheel chocks, water pressure...

mem · mem

We have a 2011 GMC dually with an 8' bed and a Reese Elite hitch; will be towing a Montana 3400 fifth-wheel. Although we've towed trailers for many years, this is our first experience with a fifth-wheel. Is it possible to use a cross bed tool box behind the cab that extends above the rails while towing a f...

Sandra · Sandra

Ours is too thin and cheap and it squeaks (we probably could lose some weight). Is this something you can just replace at Walmart or Lowe's? Is it a standard size? Our is an elongated model. What I'd really like is a heated one for those cold mornings before we leave or are just arriving back in Ontario! ...

Kyla · Kyla

So I've got this 1984 Pace Arrow. I bought it used, and in general it seems to be pretty shipshape ... but the gas cap doesn't fit. Clearly the last person had the same amount of difficulty I'm having now, because I can't for the life of me seem to find one--not just for this RV, but in general it seems oddl...

beardog · beardog

We purchase an Edenpure Gen 1000 heater for our fifth wheel this year so if we stay in parks we can use that instead of the furnace. They are not cheap but have amazing heating ability and only suppose to use the power of a coffee pot. One thing we like about it is there is no humidity like there is with the p...

valsam · valsam

My husband, 2 yr & I are planning to full time RV for a couple years. We are currently looking to buy a 5th wheel - having trouble deciding on just the right layout, though. I will be working full time from the road & need desk space but don't want to give up living/bedroom space. Has anyone ever bui...

TxYellowRose · TxYellowRose

Well, with the recent power outage of 30 hours due to a very severe thunderstorm and nearby tornado, we are talking about getting a generator. Folks in this area say we can anticipate power outages during winter, too. Generators = mind boggling. Our Montana has an Onan GenSet installed and we're gen...

foxriverguy · foxriverguy

The problem has been resolved in a very fair manner by MCD. -- Edited by foxriverguy on Wednesday 29th of June 2011 05:53:30 PM

kb0zke · kb0zke

Our mpg has 30A electrical service, and a 30' detachable cord. We're going to be camping at a campground that says we may need an extension cord. A 50' cord sells for only about half again what a 25' cord does. Will the longer extension cord have a significant voltage drop, or would it have bigger wires t...

Melstar · Melstar

I've seen pictures of 5th wheels that have the tripod (don't know the real name for it) underneath the hitch pin. Is this a necessity or only on some units? Thanks, Mel

RobMadden · RobMadden

I am considering installing an automatic patio awning to my 1992 American Eagle - Any advice and experiences would be appreciated. I am looking at the items that are completely enclosed (no lower strut supports). Would appreciate any info as to brands - cost to purchase - then to have installed etc et...

Louie · Louie

Newbie here again. Busy getting ready for our first cross-country trip and a bit perplexed about having enough power to dry-camp for 3-4 days at a time. We have a 36ft 5th wheel. We are planning to get additional batteries but not sure how many. Have read about solar trickle chargers as well. Have...

Louie · Louie

Looking for some feedback on upgrading to the Fantastic-Vent Fans as well as vent covers for rainy days. We are heading out for our first long trip and wonder if we need the upgrade considering we will dry camp alot and we have pets. We have a new 5th wheel but have only spent 1 night in it so far so we are not...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Theater Seating (Preview) We took out Recliners that came in the rear of our Pinnacle 5th Wheel and gave them to our Daughter and SIL. Then we moved the Sleeper Sofa from the Slide to the rear of the living area and bought a Theater Seating unit by Lane and put in the Slide area accross from the TV. We love the new seating unit, fits g...	Rob_Fla	13	9372	05:34 AM Feb 11, 2012 by Big John 57
	Water King Water softener/conditioner (Preview) Anyone have any experience with the "Water King" system for RV use. We spend most of our time in the west,especially NV & CA, where hard and mineral laden water is the norm. Have seen units where you need to add salt, like we used to have in the house.Would like to avoid that if possible.Sa...	rclvnv	6	3021	06:39 AM Feb 10, 2012 by rclvnv
	Replacing a Dinette? (Preview) My question is how difficult is it to replace a dinette with a free-standing table and chairs (in a used motorhome)? My husband and I are just window shopping right now. I definitely prefer a free-standing table. We're not as young as we used to be and the bench style seats are more difficult for us. ...	arkypam	10	8663	08:23 PM Feb 9, 2012 by Colabellas
	Generac Generator (Preview) I would like to know if anyone here has ever had a Generac generator and how well do they work?	Colorado_Kid	4	1619	03:23 AM Feb 3, 2012 by Colorado_Kid
	Satelitte system which is best? (Preview) We are looking for a portable satelitte system and was wondering which model is a good one and who to subscribe with, and is there one that also offers internet service as well as TV?	406bobby	16	3066	09:03 AM Jan 31, 2012 by Delaine and Lindy
	Free Kindle books (Preview) I found a site that sends me a daily email with select free kindle books. Go to ereadernewstoday.com and give it a look. Have a blessed day! Edited by Terry Miller 1-22-12 at 6:09pm CDT - fixed link. -- Edited by Terry and Jo on Sunday 22nd of January 2012 06:09:19 PM	Loydstuts	5	1909	07:40 PM Jan 24, 2012 by Terry and Jo
	Washer/dryer questions for my RV (Preview) I don't know if there are already threads about this topic, but I couldn't find any. Does anyone have a washer and dryer installed in their RV? We don't but we are really looking into it. It just doesn't make sense to re-wear dirty clothes on our long trips. If you do have one installed can you tell me your e...	myagya	8	2559	11:10 PM Jan 22, 2012 by Bill Adams
	Honda 3000 (Preview) We are making plans for our first winter trip, Have one week reserved in aTexas campground to thaw out the camper and will play the rest as it goes. I have a honda 3000 generator , should I bring it? We are in a 28 ft 5er.	pinetree	32	2845	12:00 AM Jan 22, 2012 by Neil and Connie
	Awnings/Slideout toppers - vinyl or fabric? (Preview) Any opinions out there amongst those who have awnings and/or slideout toppers as to which material is better: vinyl or fabric? Thanks!	Tim & Robyn	9	11152	04:50 PM Dec 20, 2011 by Davidhilsons
	EZE-Kleen Sewer System Purchased and Installed (Preview) Since Jo and I are "static" full-timers and will be wintering in Oklahoma City for a couple of years yet, we wanted something that would be better than the stinky-slinky for our sewer. I wanted some thing out of PVC to get away from water in the crevices of the slinky hose freezing up and buil...	Terry and Jo	0	2422	12:18 AM Nov 13, 2011 by Terry and Jo
	Black and Gray Tank Talk (Preview) Is there any way to dump a back or gray tank into a residential sewer line? We are going to stay in my son's back yard (in town) and a long trip to the closest rv dump.	janni	16	3539	09:31 PM Oct 11, 2011 by Trabuco
	BIKE RACK FOR 3-WHEEL BIKES (Preview) Does anyone know of a bike carrier that attaches to the back of the RV and can hold 3 3-wheel bikes.	J Riechman	1	2287	08:03 PM Oct 7, 2011 by GENECOP
	FOLDING IRONING BOARD (Preview) We were at our local RV suplier yesterday and I was cruisin thru the household stuff when I saw something new (for me anyway). It was a folding ironing board. I picked it up thinking that I had to have one when my son came up to me and said "Oh good, now you can iron my wrinkled clothes." It is rea...	J Riechman	3	1363	11:57 AM Oct 7, 2011 by J Riechman
	Surge Protectors (Preview) I thought I had seen somewhere on here about surge protectors. Do you use a surge protector for your rv while at camp sites? If so what kind	granny	10	2457	06:38 PM Oct 4, 2011 by Bill and Linda
	Washer/Dryer (Preview) I don't know if there are already posts about this topic but I would really like to know how people feel about having a washer and dryer installed in the RV for our cross country trips. If you do have one installed can you tell me your experience with it? Is there a specifc RV appropriate washer and dryer se...	coltleader	5	2707	05:14 PM Oct 4, 2011 by Delaine and Lindy
	Class C leveling equipment (Preview) How important would you Class C or A folks consider automatic levelingto be? From what I've been reading, Big Foot for example has 3 versions - Automatic, Wireless and manual. Not too sure what wireless is. Not cheap, but the leveling blocks seem like they would be a very big PITA!!! Will be ordering...	RVPAINTER	12	4862	12:51 PM Oct 4, 2011 by RVPAINTER
	Screen rooms for awnings (Preview) Has anyone invested in a screen room that attaches to your awning. Carefree and others offer them. Seem like a nice addition but never see them and wonder how difficult they are to attach/detach (wind, storms, etc.). Hesitant to get one without hearing from those whose may use them. Thanks!	bkfulltimers	8	3497	12:05 PM Oct 4, 2011 by JoeScro
	Initial set up/start up items & costs (Preview) We know that not everything that we should have is included when we buy a rig. We're starting to try to put together a list of the things, other than 5th wheel and truck we will need and what they cost. I'm talking about things like surge protectors, hoses of various kinds, wheel chocks, water pressure...	RVKevi	10	3090	04:18 PM Oct 2, 2011 by RVKevi
	Cross bed tool box with 5th wheel (Preview) We have a 2011 GMC dually with an 8' bed and a Reese Elite hitch; will be towing a Montana 3400 fifth-wheel. Although we've towed trailers for many years, this is our first experience with a fifth-wheel. Is it possible to use a cross bed tool box behind the cab that extends above the rails while towing a f...	mem	7	11744	12:17 PM Sep 23, 2011 by Ckerr
	Has anyone ever replaced their toilet seat? (Preview) Ours is too thin and cheap and it squeaks (we probably could lose some weight). Is this something you can just replace at Walmart or Lowe's? Is it a standard size? Our is an elongated model. What I'd really like is a heated one for those cold mornings before we leave or are just arriving back in Ontario! ...	Sandra	5	10747	07:35 AM Aug 8, 2011 by gliderguy09
	1984 Pace Arrow Gas Cap 1984 pace arrow gas cap fuel cap (Preview) So I've got this 1984 Pace Arrow. I bought it used, and in general it seems to be pretty shipshape ... but the gas cap doesn't fit. Clearly the last person had the same amount of difficulty I'm having now, because I can't for the life of me seem to find one--not just for this RV, but in general it seems oddl...	Kyla	3	2076	04:58 PM Aug 7, 2011 by NorCal Dan
	EDENPURE HEATER (Preview) We purchase an Edenpure Gen 1000 heater for our fifth wheel this year so if we stay in parks we can use that instead of the furnace. They are not cheap but have amazing heating ability and only suppose to use the power of a coffee pot. One thing we like about it is there is no humidity like there is with the p...	beardog	3	6366	11:46 AM Aug 3, 2011 by Ozarks
	Office desk under main bed? (Preview) My husband, 2 yr & I are planning to full time RV for a couple years. We are currently looking to buy a 5th wheel - having trouble deciding on just the right layout, though. I will be working full time from the road & need desk space but don't want to give up living/bedroom space. Has anyone ever bui...	valsam	2	1823	11:11 AM Jul 16, 2011 by GENECOP
	Looking at Generators (Preview) Well, with the recent power outage of 30 hours due to a very severe thunderstorm and nearby tornado, we are talking about getting a generator. Folks in this area say we can anticipate power outages during winter, too. Generators = mind boggling. Our Montana has an Onan GenSet installed and we're gen...	TxYellowRose	7	3154	10:52 AM Jul 6, 2011 by TxYellowRose
	Thinking about shades from MCD RV Innovations? Read about my experience (Preview) The problem has been resolved in a very fair manner by MCD. -- Edited by foxriverguy on Wednesday 29th of June 2011 05:53:30 PM	foxriverguy	0	1222	07:54 PM Jun 26, 2011 by foxriverguy
	Extension cord (Preview) Our mpg has 30A electrical service, and a 30' detachable cord. We're going to be camping at a campground that says we may need an extension cord. A 50' cord sells for only about half again what a 25' cord does. Will the longer extension cord have a significant voltage drop, or would it have bigger wires t...	kb0zke	19	9402	02:41 PM May 28, 2011 by kb0zke
	tripod for front of 5th wheel (Preview) I've seen pictures of 5th wheels that have the tripod (don't know the real name for it) underneath the hitch pin. Is this a necessity or only on some units? Thanks, Mel	Melstar	15	13233	09:46 PM May 5, 2011 by Pat L
	Automatic Patio Awning (Preview) I am considering installing an automatic patio awning to my 1992 American Eagle - Any advice and experiences would be appreciated. I am looking at the items that are completely enclosed (no lower strut supports). Would appreciate any info as to brands - cost to purchase - then to have installed etc et...	RobMadden	12	4817	04:13 PM Apr 29, 2011 by RVRon
	battery usage and charging etc....what we need (Preview) Newbie here again. Busy getting ready for our first cross-country trip and a bit perplexed about having enough power to dry-camp for 3-4 days at a time. We have a 36ft 5th wheel. We are planning to get additional batteries but not sure how many. Have read about solar trickle chargers as well. Have...	Louie	8	2942	09:45 AM Apr 21, 2011 by The Bear II
	Fantastic vans vs. Standard vent vans (Preview) Looking for some feedback on upgrading to the Fantastic-Vent Fans as well as vent covers for rainy days. We are heading out for our first long trip and wonder if we need the upgrade considering we will dry camp alot and we have pets. We have a new 5th wheel but have only spent 1 night in it so far so we are not...	Louie	9	3690	06:31 AM Apr 17, 2011 by janni
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