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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 08-17-2022, 03:03 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,048
Posted By redtaco99
Try cleaning the ignitor. The ignitor also...

Try cleaning the ignitor. The ignitor also doubles as the flame sensor. If there is a bit of soot or dirt on it, it won’t sense the flame and will shut the furnace down after 3 tries (according to...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 04-08-2018, 02:03 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,137
Posted By redtaco99
I am back in Canada after a 3 month trip to the...

I am back in Canada after a 3 month trip to the South West. Last week or about 10 days ago, I stayed at Foss Reservoir State Park. Last year I stayed in Cherokee Landing and Great Plains State...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 09-02-2017, 07:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,261
Posted By redtaco99
Hi Jim. I also have a 2015 F150 Ford truck. ...

Hi Jim.

I also have a 2015 F150 Ford truck. Last year I learned that the +12V on the 7 pin plug is not fused and apparently goes directly to the truck computer. It is a low current line and not...
Forum: General Escape 06-20-2017, 07:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,129
Posted By redtaco99
Hi yologals I accidentally discharged my...

Hi yologals

I accidentally discharged my batteries to zero volts last year when I put antifreeze in the plumbing. How did that happen? I inadvertently switched the heating bands to the on...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 04-28-2017, 09:47 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,747
Posted By redtaco99
Antenna Mounts

Hi Guys

I mount antennas to the front and back of the trailer. In the back I use a Camco 51611 Hitch Mount Flagpole Holder. In the front I installed a "Extreme Max 3005.2175 Marine 45" Post Guide...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 04-27-2017, 02:12 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 12,116
Posted By redtaco99
Here is what the the 200 amp fuse to my inverter...

Here is what the the 200 amp fuse to my inverter looks like. The thick number 4 wire goes directly to the Inverter. The thinner wire with the blade fuse holde feeds the trailer's 12v system. Im...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 04-25-2017, 11:48 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 12,116
Posted By redtaco99
Hi C&G in Florida, no I was talking to Escape...

Hi C&G in Florida, no I was talking to Escape owners who rely on either the charge controller or the combo battery monitor/tank monitor for their info on battery status. With the latter, if the...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 04-25-2017, 08:38 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 12,116
Posted By redtaco99
The best advise is to call ETI on what to do for...

The best advise is to call ETI on what to do for your specific trailer. Especially if you do not understand electricity and electrical theory, such as ohms law.

In my early 2016 Escape 19:
-...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-19-2016, 09:14 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,983
Posted By redtaco99
My 2015 5 liter F150 had the tow package but not...

My 2015 5 liter F150 had the tow package but not the controller. It took the dealer about 10 minutes to install it since the wiring harness was there and and ready to go.

The down side to the...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 09-01-2016, 09:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,924
Posted By redtaco99
The shunt is the easy part. You just need 1...

The shunt is the easy part. You just need 1 short heavy gauge wire. I would research your local battery guys to make one for you. Take the wires off the battery negative terminal and attach to the...
Forum: General Escape 08-24-2016, 09:50 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 9,652
Posted By redtaco99
I think you'll save about$40 by getting your...

I think you'll save about$40 by getting your propane tanks filled at costco
Back in May I went to ETI a day before my new trailer pickup and retrieved the propane tanks from them. The tanks already...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Gatherings or Events 07-29-2016, 07:01 AM
Replies: 166
Views: 25,142
Posted By redtaco99
Hi everyone, A couple weekends ago I crossed...

Hi everyone,

A couple weekends ago I crossed over to the USA at the Peace bridge on a Saturday Morning and I had a 30 minute wait time. Returning back to Canada at around 6PM I had a 45 minute...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Gatherings or Events 07-28-2016, 07:20 AM
Replies: 166
Views: 25,142
Posted By redtaco99
Hi Escape Artist, I gave J-P a tour of my...

Hi Escape Artist, I gave J-P a tour of my trailer the other day and he mentioned you were coming to Orleans. I hope we can all get together at Timmies while you're in the neighbourhood. Have a safe...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Gatherings or Events 07-27-2016, 03:57 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 25,142
Posted By redtaco99
I just booked a spot for my escape 19 at the...

I just booked a spot for my escape 19 at the Riverside Park Campground so I will be joining you at the Niagara rally.

I look forward to meeting everyone there.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-22-2016, 09:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,775
Posted By redtaco99
I would put as much vertical separation as...

I would put as much vertical separation as possible between the two antennas to minimize interaction. Also, the fact that one antenna is vertically polarized and the other is horizontal will...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-17-2016, 09:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,775
Posted By redtaco99
Ham Radio

I have a VHF radio in the truck that has APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System)built-in. So back in May when I drove from Ottawa to Chilliwack to retrieve my new Escape 19, the APRS allowed...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 06-04-2016, 12:13 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 34,084
Posted By redtaco99
Here are links to the pictures if you cant see...

Here are links to the pictures if you cant see them in my earlier post:
https://redtaco99.smugmug.com/Escape-Trailer-RV/WiFi-Repeater/i-xrGLRGG/O

and
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 06-04-2016, 12:11 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 34,084
Posted By redtaco99
Followup to my message of Nov 11th last year. ...

Followup to my message of Nov 11th last year.

I now have my new Escape 19 and Im touring BC after the Escape lovefest in Osoyoos. In 3 different RV parks, in Camperland, at Osoyoos Nk'MIP, and...
Forum: Product Reviews 05-24-2016, 09:22 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 57,661
Posted By redtaco99
I went to Dickinson's in Surrey last Wednesday...

I went to Dickinson's in Surrey last Wednesday and paid $184 for a "scratch and dent" Spitfire grill. You can hardly see the scratch. At the time they had two of them so maybe there is one still...
Forum: General Escape 04-25-2016, 09:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,801
Posted By redtaco99
BTW, Last fall I traded in the old 1998 red...

BTW, Last fall I traded in the old 1998 red tacoma for a silver 2015 F150. I'm hoping the silver graphics will look good with the tow vehicle.
Forum: General Escape 04-25-2016, 09:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,801
Posted By redtaco99
My Escape 19 was recently completed and I have...

My Escape 19 was recently completed and I have the silver graphics. I won't be seeing it in person until May 19th so can only go by these pictures: https://redtaco99.smugmug.com/Escape-Trailer-RV
Forum: Visual Escape 04-06-2016, 01:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,398
Posted By redtaco99
A couple of reasons. I prefer to use the truck...

A couple of reasons. I prefer to use the truck box for storage and carrying stuff rather than be part of a trailer hitch. Secondly, as I get older (mid 60's) I think I much prefer a bed where you...
Forum: Visual Escape 03-31-2016, 09:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,398
Posted By redtaco99
Yes, I'd like to attach a heavy duty bike rack...

Yes, I'd like to attach a heavy duty bike rack that will hold a dirt bike. I'd love to have a 250 Yamaha enduro, but, if it turns out to be too heavy, I may just settle for an electric bike.

I...
Forum: Visual Escape 03-31-2016, 07:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,398
Posted By redtaco99
Production of my Escape 19 Completed today

Hi Everyone,

Tonight I received the final photos of my new Escape 19 and they informed me that there is just some final detailing to do and its ready for pickup.

I have posted the complete set...
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-22-2016, 10:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,565
Posted By redtaco99
Hi JPS Im down the road from you in Rockland...

Hi JPS
Im down the road from you in Rockland On. My 19 is being built right now and will be completed mid April. I'll do the drive to BC in May to pick it up and will be back probably in late...
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