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Forum: General Escape 02-04-2018, 09:38 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 24,795
Posted By JMTHKR
I have witnessed live two single axle trailers...

I have witnessed live two single axle trailers blow a tire on interstates, a pop up camper about 10 years ago and a 17' Casita being towed by my buddy a few years ago. Both were controlled...
Forum: General Escape 11-24-2017, 09:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,912
Posted By JMTHKR
Here is part of my posting to a thread a year or...

Here is part of my posting to a thread a year or so ago on a related topic regarding our experience in October 2015:

We had our 8' truck bed (covered by a BAKFLP tonneau cover) and the extended...
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 10-31-2017, 11:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,676
Posted By JMTHKR
hrewar, As I alluded to in John's...

hrewar,

As I alluded to in John's (Losangeles) current thread on Yosemite, my wife and I went into Upper Pines Campground almost 15 years ago over New Years weekend. This is the only campground...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 10-27-2017, 10:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,929
Posted By JMTHKR
John, Based on much experience in the park...

John,

Based on much experience in the park over the decades, including finishing the John Muir Trail there over four decades ago, I would recommend staying in one of the Pines campgrounds (Lower,...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-01-2017, 07:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,191
Posted By JMTHKR
My belief is that it is primarily a matter of...

My belief is that it is primarily a matter of judgment as to what each manufacturer is willing to warrant as the GVWR, within basic engineering constraints. Large automotive companies seem to be...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 05-16-2017, 06:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,245
Posted By JMTHKR
Eddie, About a year ago I removed the thin...

Eddie,

About a year ago I removed the thin plywood backing in the two floor cabinets on the drivers side of our 5.0 TA. This gave us several inches more depth. The area became an ideal place for...
Forum: General Escape 09-25-2016, 02:41 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 12,818
Posted By JMTHKR
Hi Fred, No DVD player in our Samsung 24"....

Hi Fred,

No DVD player in our Samsung 24". We normally don't watch DVDs at home or on the road.

Regards, Cliff
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-12-2016, 10:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,439
Posted By JMTHKR
We picked up our 5.0TA 10 months ago after 12...

We picked up our 5.0TA 10 months ago after 12 years in a truck camper with "day/night" shades and a similarly sized loft area for the bed. We decided to try the day shades on our trip home in the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 06-13-2016, 06:19 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,020
Posted By JMTHKR
I have always felt the RMD in our 5.0TA needed...

I have always felt the RMD in our 5.0TA needed another shelf between the top shelf and the middle shelf to cut the 14" middle shelf height down to 7" which would better suit our needs. There is an...
Forum: General Escape 06-12-2016, 06:26 PM
Replies: 2,149
Views: 424,702
Posted By JMTHKR
Could have been us on I-5 driving southbound...

Could have been us on I-5 driving southbound north of Seattle on June 5. After a six-week trip through the US Southwest, the Osoyoos rally and then a week in Vancouver, we were headed for the cool...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 06-06-2016, 10:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,723
Posted By JMTHKR
We had our 8' truck bed (covered by a BAKFLP...

We had our 8' truck bed (covered by a BAKFLP tonneau cover) and the extended cab back seat loaded to the gills. Going north and then back south at the Sumas crossing two days later with this load...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Gatherings or Events 04-23-2016, 11:32 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,950
Posted By JMTHKR
Please copy and paste the message below or email...

Please copy and paste the message below or email me directly and I will update it accordingly.

Tammy and Escape Office

2016 Escape Trailer Rally - Food

Potluck Dinner

Salads -
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-17-2016, 05:47 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 11,788
Posted By JMTHKR
I'm a normal size guy (5'9") who also never...

I'm a normal size guy (5'9") who also never thought it was difficult to see both jacks.

Cliff
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 04-02-2016, 09:46 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 18,223
Posted By JMTHKR
Originally posted by Jim Bennett: "Thanks...

Originally posted by Jim Bennett:

"Thanks for this. I have had the Lifeline brand come up a couple times in my researching. They also seem to have quite a wide selection.

Just curious, but is...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 04-01-2016, 10:38 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 18,223
Posted By JMTHKR
My Experience with Lifeline 12V GPL 31Ts

Jim,

I used Lifeline 12V GPL 31Ts (105 AH) in my truck camper from 2002 until today. I even turned the largest Lance dealer in SoCal onto them circa 2003 after he had a disagreement with Optima....
Forum: New Member Introductions 04-01-2016, 06:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,270
Posted By JMTHKR
Enjoyed Showing Our 5.0TA to You Two

Craig and Wendy,

I am so happy you got your order in today. Betty and I enjoyed showing our trailer to you two. It was great the factory was able to connect us up. Anytime you need to look at our...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 03-26-2016, 09:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,194
Posted By JMTHKR
For what it is worth, no noise from our Samlex...

For what it is worth, no noise from our Samlex controller which the factory had set up correctly for the twin six volt batteries.
Forum: Shopping Escape 03-12-2016, 12:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,949
Posted By JMTHKR
Same thing for our home stereo antenna in our 30+...

Same thing for our home stereo antenna in our 30+ year old system, except the wiring is probably 5 or 6 feet, made to be an FM antenna, and sits on top of the entertainment center. Works just fine. ...
Forum: Shopping Escape 03-12-2016, 12:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,949
Posted By JMTHKR
Reflectix Blocking the Signal?

My guess is the Reflectix is at least part of the problem. Since I had only mounted the powered antenna with duct tape inside the cabinet next to the door, I have been moving it around, including...
Forum: Shopping Escape 03-11-2016, 10:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,949
Posted By JMTHKR
We have the ETI Boss 6654B. FM reception was...

We have the ETI Boss 6654B. FM reception was weak. I recently installed a $20 after market powered antenna (internal mount) that I picked up at my local auto parts store. This has helped quite a bit,...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 03-10-2016, 06:36 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,552
Posted By JMTHKR
Anderson Weight Savings

My calculations of the weight of my Curt Q16 were similar to Barry's. I went thru this debate a year ago re Anderson versus traditional fifth wheel hitches. Difficult to figure out the weight savings...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 03-07-2016, 10:58 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,978
Posted By JMTHKR
We installed an identically sized Samsung in our...

We installed an identically sized Samsung in our U shaped dinette on the side of the frig (driver side), the side of the dinette I sit. I installed a Master Mounts TV arm. The TV sticks out an inch...
Forum: Shopping Escape 03-05-2016, 07:46 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 23,142
Posted By JMTHKR
My favorite accessory has been a tire pressure...

My favorite accessory has been a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), both for safety and convenience. Bought my system in 2006 and it is still working fine. Lots of good systems out there now....
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-28-2016, 08:16 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,687
Posted By JMTHKR
57 to 60 mph has been yielding 17mpg, which with...

57 to 60 mph has been yielding 17mpg, which with a 36 gallon tank equals a 600 mile range. I'm hoping my Silverado 2500 HD diesel lasts a few more years. Same truck, same speed I used to get 14 to 15...
Forum: Product Reviews 02-21-2016, 04:05 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,722
Posted By JMTHKR
Two Thumbs Down for Me Too As Used on a 2015 5.0 TA

Scott, two thumbs down for me too re the 4.5" Trailer Aid. I took care of this testing yesterday and today, while hitched up and parked in three different locations, the concrete parking pad in back...
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