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Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-21-2013, 09:53 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 19,481
Posted By Arathar
I fully agree. I have recorded 23 mpg on the...

I fully agree. I have recorded 23 mpg on the highway in my Pilot when not towing and 13 mpg while towing. That was kind of a surprise for me but that is the effect of overworking a 6 cylinder.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-21-2013, 08:31 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 19,481
Posted By Arathar
When I bought my 19' I already owned a Nissan...

When I bought my 19' I already owned a Nissan Xterra. I found that it was underpowered even though rated at 5000lb. The gas mileage while towing was poor and not that great in every day use. Plus it...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-06-2013, 03:48 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 16,285
Posted By Arathar
I strongly considered the Grand Cherokee last...

I strongly considered the Grand Cherokee last year when I bought the Honda Pilot. It was hard to see what you were getting for the increased cost though. Some friends have bought a Grand Cherokee...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 01-30-2013, 09:18 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 13,634
Posted By Arathar
Yes, that is one of the methods that I am...

Yes, that is one of the methods that I am considering. Thanks for the info. Hitch bike racks make me nervous because of the torsion.

Since the cycle can rotate the handlebars 90 degrees for...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 01-29-2013, 04:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 13,634
Posted By Arathar
Harbor Freight is selling an 400 lb rated...

Harbor Freight is selling an 400 lb rated Motorcycle hitch carrier for $110. This is heavier than I need but I still don't know what the rating of the trailer hitch receiver is.

I know it was...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 01-29-2013, 09:10 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 13,634
Posted By Arathar
Has anybody put a motorcycle rack on the bumper of their escape?

Hi All,

I'm considering putting a rack for an old Postie Bike (Honda ct110) on the the back of my Escape. The motorcycle weighs less than 200 lbs. Has anyone else made this modification?

I have...
Forum: Campgrounds, Waysides and Resorts 01-21-2013, 09:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,971
Posted By Arathar
BTW, what brings you out in this wicked weather? ...

BTW, what brings you out in this wicked weather?

I saw that we should have single digit temps tonight, so button up tight.

Glenn

Glenn E. Myers

2012 Honda Pilot
2011 Escape 19'
Forum: Campgrounds, Waysides and Resorts 01-21-2013, 09:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,971
Posted By Arathar
Great review, Jim! This KAO is directly...

Great review, Jim!

This KAO is directly south of me and I may check it out this spring. I've been wanting to go to the New River Gorge in WV for several years now. Instead I have spent thousands...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 01-09-2013, 02:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,135
Posted By Arathar
Maybe I should consider replacing the whole...

Maybe I should consider replacing the whole thing. The pipe is kind of worn from dragging it along the highway for a few miles.

Did you use the E-Z Hose Carrier by Valterra? Those look nice. I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 01-09-2013, 01:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,135
Posted By Arathar
*Replacing* broken support straps for sewage pipe...

*Replacing* broken support straps for sewage pipe holder

Sorry about typo in subject. I guess I rely on spellcheck too much (and it doesn't work in subject field).

Any spelling Nazis on this...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 01-09-2013, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,135
Posted By Arathar
Repalcing broken support straps for sewage pipe holder

Hello all,

I'm replacing the metal straps which held on the CVC pipe that enclosed the flexible sewage hose on my 19'. I think the original bands broke because of some road debris.

I was just...
Forum: General Escape 01-07-2013, 09:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,385
Posted By Arathar
Here in Pittsburgh there have been local news...

Here in Pittsburgh there have been local news reports for a couple years about the driver-less research vehicles from CMU cruising our roads. Not even the CMU professors are saying 10 years, though....
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 01-04-2013, 09:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,885
Posted By Arathar
Yes, this has been very useful in searching old...

Yes, this has been very useful in searching old posts. I hate to post topics that have already been beat to death in the archives.

A link to this needs to be on the main page!

Thanks,

Glenn...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 12-27-2012, 03:59 PM
Replies: 199
Views: 63,725
Posted By Arathar
Our rule is box wine only when camping. No...

Our rule is box wine only when camping. No refrigeration needed and it is lighter than bottles to pack out when empty.


Glenn E. Myers

2012 Honda Pilot
2011 Escape 19'
2006 Irish Terrier
Forum: Paper Escape 12-27-2012, 10:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,017
Posted By Arathar
Given that I am also in PA, I wonder why I have...

Given that I am also in PA, I wonder why I have not heard from the tax guys like Jim. I'll opt not to wake the bureaucracy beast by looking into it.

As I recall, in 2011 I just went to a notary...
Forum: Documents & Helpful Instructions 12-27-2012, 10:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,431
Posted By Arathar
I have found that set of mint condition manuals...

I have found that set of mint condition manuals is an advantage when selling an RV. It shows buyers that you are organized and methodical and likely took good care of the unit.

I've been going...
Forum: Documents & Helpful Instructions 12-26-2012, 11:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,431
Posted By Arathar
This is excellent! Now I can seal up my hard...

This is excellent! Now I can seal up my hard copies in an oversized ziploc bag and have them available if needed for resale of the trailer.

In the meantime, I will put the essential ones in my...
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 11-10-2012, 09:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,801
Posted By Arathar
I have managed to get it to work with Windows...

I have managed to get it to work with Windows 7/Firefox at work and MacOSX/Chrome at home.

I just have to try Linux and I'll have the major options covered.

Glenn
Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box 11-10-2012, 09:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,801
Posted By Arathar
I had a difficult time finding the larger version...

I had a difficult time finding the larger version of the map but after that everything went great.

I think a comment like "click the Google at the bottom left to add yourself to the map" would be...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 11-09-2012, 09:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,911
Posted By Arathar
A few months ago I had a flat tire on my Pilot...

A few months ago I had a flat tire on my Pilot that was caused by a drywall screw. It was a very slow leak (+24 hrs). I easily drove to a tire repair place that fixed it for $15.00.

So, it sounds...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 11-09-2012, 08:54 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 15,247
Posted By Arathar
Yep, that's me.

Yep, that's me.
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 11-09-2012, 08:53 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 15,247
Posted By Arathar
Indeed, they do.

Indeed, they do.
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 11-08-2012, 03:57 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 15,247
Posted By Arathar
And there I am! :-)

And there I am! :-)
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 11-08-2012, 03:48 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 15,247
Posted By Arathar
Ahh, I think I got it now. I should show up after...

Ahh, I think I got it now. I should show up after Google's confirmation.

Thanks,

Glenn
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 11-08-2012, 01:25 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 15,247
Posted By Arathar
I am in Southwestern PA, due west of you. I...

I am in Southwestern PA, due west of you.

I don't appear to be on the map. Do I have to do anything or does it just happen soon after joining?

BTW, does PA require inspections on the Escape...
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