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Forum: Towing and Hitching 04-15-2024, 03:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 996
Posted By Doug2000
I had a 2017 4Runner and a 2007 17B. Later we...

I had a 2017 4Runner and a 2007 17B. Later we purchased a 202 19' and it was way heavier than the 17B. I would not tow the 19' with a 4Runner, maybe around home but definitly not through the...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 04-08-2024, 05:20 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,133
Posted By Doug2000
I love these guys Who has the best MPG? ...

I love these guys

Who has the best MPG?

https://youtu.be/WFiF-zoK3KI?si=MXu1C8ZRO6ZEX0bS
Forum: Towing and Hitching 04-05-2024, 01:22 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,133
Posted By Doug2000
All your questions are answered in this video. ...

All your questions are answered in this video.

<y pick would be the Colorado even know I'm a Toyota fan.

The Ike Gauntlet is the 8 miles up to the Eisenhower tunnel, the highest point on the...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 11-30-2023, 04:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,520
Posted By Doug2000
After watching this video I'm looking to go...

After watching this video I'm looking to go Lithium.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSdJeniyLNI
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-21-2023, 01:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,044
Posted By Doug2000
It is reasonable to expect 10 years from any...

It is reasonable to expect 10 years from any rubber product before hardening and rot becomes an issue. 6 years seems a little soon. I suspect the RV dealer is trying to up sell you on a new trailer...
Forum: General Escape 10-21-2023, 01:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,610
Posted By Doug2000
I think the biggest concern here is the weight...

I think the biggest concern here is the weight distribution. The beds in the back are fairly light and your pushing the appliances forward. Right now the appliances sit over the axle giving a ideal...
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 10-15-2023, 10:26 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,958
Posted By Doug2000
We rarely covered our trailers in the past but...

We rarely covered our trailers in the past but the UV was getting to the awning fabric and rotting it. The first 6” are always exposed. I read the UV kills the other plastic covers so we found a used...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 09-04-2023, 04:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,528
Posted By Doug2000
Sold, Sold, sold!!!

Sold, Sold, sold!!!
Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-28-2023, 05:07 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 9,094
Posted By Doug2000
You won't see a diesel option in a Toyota in...

You won't see a diesel option in a Toyota in North America ever. Back before the VW scandal, Toyota said they couldn't make a diesel that could pass emissions and didn't understand how the...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 08-23-2023, 02:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,528
Posted By Doug2000
More pics

More pics
Forum: Classifieds Archive 08-23-2023, 02:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,528
Posted By Doug2000
More pics and a link to my mods thread. ...

More pics and a link to my mods thread.

https://www.escapeforum.org/forums/f8/escape-pod-2-a-few-mods-20801.html
Forum: Classifieds Archive 08-23-2023, 02:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,528
Posted By Doug2000
2020 Escape 19, London Ontario

2020 Escape 19, ordered September 2019, Built January 2020, delivered to London Ontario June 2020.

Up for sale is the beautiful Escape 19. Always washed and waxed with Maguires car and marine...
Forum: General Escape 08-19-2023, 03:06 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,395
Posted By Doug2000
I think value is less of an issue. The issue is...

I think value is less of an issue. The issue is if it doesn't have what I want but I know I can add it, it's worth something to me. If someone has every option of which I am not interested in or they...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 08-15-2023, 10:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,623
Posted By Doug2000
I bought a Honda 2200i to run the AC, yes it will...

I bought a Honda 2200i to run the AC, yes it will run the AC but I sometimes have to shut other stuff off. Do I want a bigger heavier generator, NO, I want a smaller lighter generator that is easy to...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 08-14-2023, 10:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,567
Posted By Doug2000
Ron is correct. The battery was on the tongue...

Ron is correct. The battery was on the tongue when the 17B was designed but the tongue weight was too high so that is why they were moved to the rear bumper. If you move them inside, I would leave...
Forum: Product Reviews 08-01-2023, 08:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,470
Posted By Doug2000
We looked at the Clam but it was too long when...

We looked at the Clam but it was too long when pack up. I like to keep the dining tent in the back seat on the floor. We lucked out and found a used Eureka Hex XL for cheap. It’s a bit of a pain to...
Forum: Escape News 08-01-2023, 01:14 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 16,738
Posted By Doug2000
I wonder how long it took Reace to develope the...

I wonder how long it took Reace to develope the second generation of 17B, 19, 21, and the 5.0 back in 2017.
Forum: General Escape 08-01-2023, 01:10 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,560
Posted By Doug2000
Go rent a U Haul utility trailer for 4 hours....

Go rent a U Haul utility trailer for 4 hours. Practice backing up and driving around obstacles. Assuming your married or have a partner both must do it. Also practice as a couple backing with...
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-19-2023, 04:59 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,432
Posted By Doug2000
I didn’t catch the solo part, I would buy the...

I didn’t catch the solo part, I would buy the 17B. The 17B is a lot lighter, one less axle and a lighter frame. How tall are you? The 17B is a little narrower which you’ll notice when laying on the...
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-18-2023, 07:02 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,432
Posted By Doug2000
Hello… On the CAT scales at the truck stop...

Hello…

On the CAT scales at the truck stop we’re about 3500lbs partially loaded going to storage with our 2020 19. The Escape 19 is heavier than advertised. Some users have said they’re up to...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-11-2023, 01:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 937
Posted By Doug2000
Replace your tires every 5 years. Someone on the...

Replace your tires every 5 years. Someone on the Facebook group posted a pic last year of an unused spare blew up from age and rot.
Forum: Product Reviews 07-05-2023, 07:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,434
Posted By Doug2000
This is absolutely ridiculous!!!! With 3 point of...

This is absolutely ridiculous!!!! With 3 point of contact, 2 wheels and the hitch there is no reason for independent suspension except for a slick salesman selling this upgrade. Airbags on a solid...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 07-04-2023, 02:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,035
Posted By Doug2000
We have a firepit we bought used, we always use...

We have a firepit we bought used, we always use an extra tank. My firepit goes through a lot of propane so I don't want to use the bottles on the trailer. I only use my little Coleman stove off the...
Forum: General Escape 07-02-2023, 04:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,578
Posted By Doug2000
Washed maybe 10 days ago and 5 days of rain. Only...

Washed maybe 10 days ago and 5 days of rain. Only works short term. You have to use it regularly. Nothing beats Carnuba wax.
Forum: Classifieds Archive 07-01-2023, 06:03 PM
Replies: 12
For Trade: Escape 17. Trade,
Views: 3,645
Posted By Doug2000
The trailer was sold ...

The trailer was sold

https://www.escapeforum.org/forums/f37/17-b-for-sale-29-500cdn-23835.html
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