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07-05-2022, 04:09 PM
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#1741
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2021
Location: Mesa, Arizona
Trailer: 2021 21NE
Posts: 516
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Thanks for sharing! Best for us to do inside first so we get those windows closed. In our defense, we did have tornado sirens going off and we're somewhat frazzled getting everything put away and getting to the shelter. Thank God the storm went around us at the last minute! It did knock out power for 3 days, but we are self-sufficient so it wasn't an issue.
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07-05-2022, 04:51 PM
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#1742
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Ridgway, Colorado
Trailer: 2018,5.0 TA
Posts: 339
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Thanks, that's helpful. Yours looks a bit more thorough, I'll have to check it against our list we have the checklist that ETI provided. For me though the first thing needs to be get the checklist and follow it in order. Doing inside fist makes sense and in this case would have prevented closing the awning arm onto the window.
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07-05-2022, 10:26 PM
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#1743
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Junior Member
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Atascadero, California
Trailer: 2015 Escape 19
Posts: 18
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Hi, I'm wondering where I can get a pole like that? Thanks, Clem
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07-06-2022, 10:48 AM
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#1744
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2019
Location: Greenwood, Indiana
Trailer: 2020 Escape 5.0TA
Posts: 367
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Quote:
Originally Posted by alanerickson
Stripper pole paper towel holder. Slides apart for traveling and roll change. Works well but took about 24 hours to print. Not really that big of a deal. Just start it and do other things while it's printing. Model for those interested.
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Nice. Will you print one for me in turquoise?
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07-07-2022, 08:31 AM
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#1745
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2019
Location: Bastrop, Texas
Trailer: 2022 21C 'The QShip'
Posts: 580
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Made sure everything in 17B is working properly, listed it for sale. Signed build sheet for 21C.
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07-07-2022, 10:31 AM
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#1746
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Member
Join Date: Aug 2020
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Trailer: 2021 Escape 21 NE
Posts: 89
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Replace the circuit board on my Max Fan this morning. Took about 10 minutes. Hope this one lasts longer that the original!
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07-07-2022, 12:07 PM
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#1747
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2021
Location: Near Asheville, North Carolina
Trailer: 2013 E19
Posts: 471
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jim Bennett
Finally...... We got the sod in the back yard. I thought I would share some photos of the 5.0TA storage spot.
The first photo shows the part of our yard I built the pad on. Note the 30A outlet I installed.
The second and third photos show the 12' gate and hardware.
It is great to have our trailer at home.
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Wow, spot even works out, to have the door on the right side! I have to change around my spot in my shed. Designed for driving a Rialta in, not backing a trailer in.
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07-07-2022, 05:07 PM
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#1748
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2013
Location: ..., New Mexico
Trailer: 2013 Esc19/'14 Silvrado
Posts: 4,193
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Awhile back, after deciding the front dinette in ET-19 would better serve us as a “permanent” bed for sleeping I did a few support modifications. The original factory table got pulled out of storage and sits now on the seating ledges and is the bed platform. An extra cushion, a new fold down short table also added. Sleeping arrangements now more convenient. Climb-over eliminated.
Today I lifted the cushions off to get a picture of the platform table. That’s when I did a double take. The platform is not parallel to the seating ledge meant to support it. In fact, way off at front, by about an inch.
Those who might be planning something similar but won’t use the original table like I did can easily make a platform with Ύ-inch plywood cut to fit. Just be sure to measure the width at the front and at the back.
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"A billion here, a billion there...add it all up and before you know it you're talking real money." Everett Dirkson
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07-07-2022, 05:37 PM
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#1749
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: North Van., British Columbia
Trailer: 2014 Escape 19, sold; 2019 Escape 21, Sept. 2019
Posts: 8,873
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I got a little surprise when I got my trailer with the factory table uninstalled. I now have two sets of table support poles that are never going to get installed.
Installed my own Springfield, pre-option days. Dropped the table into position and discovered that the edges weren't parallel. Fortunately I was only doing a test fit.
M. just picked up a free water container, said that it'd be good for Baja. Sure hope we can get there and Q'site in the new year.
Ron
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07-07-2022, 07:46 PM
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#1750
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Burlington Twp., New Jersey
Trailer: 2010 Escape 19
Posts: 7,146
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MyronL
Today I lifted the cushions off to get a picture of the platform table. Thats when I did a double take. The platform is not parallel to the seating ledge meant to support it. In fact, way off at front, by about an inch.
Those who might be planning something similar but wont use the original table like I did can easily make a platform with Ύ-inch plywood cut to fit. Just be sure to measure the width at the front and at the back.
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That seems odd. I wonder if the fit is off because your table is backwards? It looks like your beveled edges are at the front of the trailer.
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07-07-2022, 08:09 PM
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#1751
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Member
Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: woodstock, Illinois
Trailer: 2022 5.0 TA
Posts: 30
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Cutting board for 5.0
Needed the extra counter space so made a cutting board to cover the glass top over the burners.
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07-08-2022, 09:06 AM
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#1752
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2013
Location: ..., New Mexico
Trailer: 2013 Esc19/'14 Silvrado
Posts: 4,193
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rubicon327
That seems odd. I wonder if the fit is off because your table is backwards? It looks like your beveled edges are at the front of the trailer.
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Nope. table beveled edges are not relevant. Table is square, 29 7/8 inches wide. The width at the wall is about 30 inches and at the front it is 31 inches.
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"A billion here, a billion there...add it all up and before you know it you're talking real money." Everett Dirkson
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07-08-2022, 09:54 AM
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#1753
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Trailer: 2017 Escape 5.0 TA
Posts: 15,572
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Chasing Trials
Wow, spot even works out, to have the door on the right side! I have to change around my spot in my shed. Designed for driving a Rialta in, not backing a trailer in.
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For sure, this is a real nice plus. I did build a similar setup with my brother for his 19. The door is on the wrong side, but the garage on the other side of his lot made this the only option. We did leave a 3' walkway along that side to make access easy.
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2017 Escape 5.0 TA
2015 Ford F150 Lariat 3.5L EcoBoost
2009 Escape 19 (previous)
Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be. Abraham Lincoln
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07-08-2022, 10:07 AM
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#1754
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Central, Pennsylvania
Trailer: Escape#5 2022 E19
Posts: 26,268
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I started this thread 8 years ago and here, 1700+ posts it is still going strong. Some good reading....
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Sometime life gets in the way of living.......
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07-08-2022, 10:52 AM
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#1755
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: North Van., British Columbia
Trailer: 2014 Escape 19, sold; 2019 Escape 21, Sept. 2019
Posts: 8,873
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Yup, a thread about people doing mods on their trailers, my favorite thread.
Ron
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07-12-2022, 02:23 AM
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#1756
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Junior Member
Join Date: May 2022
Location: Roseville, California
Trailer: class B camper van- 2021
Posts: 9
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stuck in workdays 😭😭
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07-12-2022, 05:28 AM
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#1757
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Site Team
Join Date: Nov 2021
Location: Framingham, Massachusetts
Trailer: 2019 Escape 21C, NTU April 2022
Posts: 1,051
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Quote:
Originally Posted by gbaglo
This is my list, which you can adapt as desired.
Drive Away Checklist
SPARE KEYS
Inside Checks:
Loose Items Stored
Windows Closed
Blinds secure
Tank levels
Battery level
Thermostat OFF
Water Heater OFF
Water Pump OFF
Shower / Sink Drains CLOSED
Stove Cover DOWN
Screen Door FASTENED
Fridge Door Shelves LIGHT ITEMS ONLY
Fan OFF
Roof Vents ( Bathroom / Fan ) CLOSED
TP and Paper Towels SECURED
Door LOCKED
Step STORED / SECURE
Outside Checks:
Tire Pressure 60 psi.
Note: Lower Pressure = Lower Load
Range Hood Vent LOCKED
Power DISCONNECT
Water DISCONNECT
Rock Shield DOWN AND LOCKED
Awning LOCKED
Stabilizer Jacks UP & TIGHT
Wheel Blocks STORED
Equalizer Bars LEVEL & SECURE
Chains IN PLACE
Hitch LOCKED
Brake / Signal Lights OK
Step STORED / SECURE
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Hey, this was timely! I was about to create one! Casita provided good checklists, but the Escape manual is more limited and general.
Thanks for saving me the trouble!]
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07-12-2022, 10:40 AM
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#1758
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2017
Location: Placerville, California
Trailer: 2018 Escape 17A double dinette
Posts: 1,521
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Added to my take down list is secure the refrigerator strap, lock the table slider, and add the noodle pieces to the window handles.
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07-12-2022, 12:21 PM
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#1759
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Site Team
Join Date: Nov 2021
Location: Framingham, Massachusetts
Trailer: 2019 Escape 21C, NTU April 2022
Posts: 1,051
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Quote:
Originally Posted by h2owmn
Added to my take down list is secure the refrigerator strap, lock the table slider, and add the noodle pieces to the window handles.
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Refrigerator strap?
Don't have any noodles.
But yes, lock table sliders. AND take down clock.
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07-12-2022, 12:39 PM
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#1760
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2017
Location: Placerville, California
Trailer: 2018 Escape 17A double dinette
Posts: 1,521
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Ooo, forgot to put clock. Yes.
I have a strap that goes from entry area wall to dining wall--it secures refrigerator door (17A). Also on mine, change refrig from electric to gas or off as required.
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