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Forum: General Escape 04-07-2024, 10:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,140
Posted By kavm
Thanks for the pictures! Very nice!

Thanks for the pictures! Very nice!
Forum: General Escape 04-03-2024, 11:22 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,140
Posted By kavm
Sad news!

Sad news!
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-28-2024, 07:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 832
Posted By kavm
I haven’t been in 20F but learned that the water...

I haven’t been in 20F but learned that the water connection to a hookup can freeze even if the overnight temperatures are as high as 28-29F. We had that happen in Texas earlier this winter on the way...
Forum: General Escape 03-21-2024, 09:44 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 20,006
Posted By kavm
Escape will pay for it, though you'll have to...

Escape will pay for it, though you'll have to find the right repair shop/tech. They will require an estimate, etc. I'd try to have them directly connect with repair shop / tech. That way, you are not...
Forum: General Escape 03-21-2024, 06:57 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 20,006
Posted By kavm
While I understand the loyalty to Escape, I think...

While I understand the loyalty to Escape, I think it behooves us to put ourselves in the shoes of a new owner - who shelled out a pretty penny to Escape to buy the camper. It is truly demoralizing to...
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-21-2024, 06:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 832
Posted By kavm
We have switched to the anti-freeze method. It...

We have switched to the anti-freeze method. It really does not take more than 10 minutes. We did it twice this winter.
Forum: Campgrounds, Waysides and Resorts 03-15-2024, 11:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,246
Posted By kavm
Thank you so much, Alan! I was among the many who...

Thank you so much, Alan! I was among the many who received advice on campsites from David. This document will be as cherished as it will be used. Thanks again!
Forum: Cyber Campfire 03-11-2024, 09:38 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,362
Posted By kavm
David, Although we have never met, you have...

David, Although we have never met, you have touched us (and a lot of others) in very thoughtful, supportive and important ways. We wish that your remaining days are comfortable and peaceful.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 03-06-2024, 09:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,294
Posted By kavm
As I mentioned, I already have a 7.2kW inverter...

As I mentioned, I already have a 7.2kW inverter generator as a part of F150 Powerboost. So, not looking to add a generator to this equation. We don't need A/C. I had a Houghton AC installed but aside...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 03-06-2024, 09:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,294
Posted By kavm
Thank you! This seems to be beyond my (lack of)...

Thank you! This seems to be beyond my (lack of) expertise. I will need to engage a mobile tech we have found to clarify the matter.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 03-06-2024, 06:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,294
Posted By kavm
Thanks a lot, Dave! I think we have it. Will look...

Thanks a lot, Dave! I think we have it. Will look for it next time we get the camper out of storage.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 03-06-2024, 05:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,294
Posted By kavm
Thanks a lot! This is a plan! Did you get...

Thanks a lot! This is a plan!

Did you get the zamp solar port from Escape? If so, whereabouts in the camper would we find it?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 03-06-2024, 05:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,294
Posted By kavm
Thank you, Dave! I will look into this...

Thank you, Dave! I will look into this possibility.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 03-06-2024, 05:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,294
Posted By kavm
Hello Alan, Many many thanks! And, many...

Hello Alan,

Many many thanks! And, many thanks for introducing us to Big Bend NP! It was your affirmative response that led me there and we loved it. Will be back sooner rather than later.

Your...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 03-06-2024, 12:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,294
Posted By kavm
Adding more lithium batteries

We have 2 100 AH Lithium batteries and 190W solar panels in our E5.0. Among the consumers, we have a compressor fridge. This setup has worked very well over the last couple of years. This winter we...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 02-29-2024, 09:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,157
Posted By kavm
Please do share the details if you can.

Please do share the details if you can.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 02-28-2024, 10:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,157
Posted By kavm
We do have Starlink and use the rear access hatch...

We do have Starlink and use the rear access hatch to get the wire out of the camper. We have the U-shaped dinette and our router sits on it. The coiled up wire sits in the storage area underneath the...
Forum: New Member Introductions 02-26-2024, 09:42 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,767
Posted By kavm
Ditto! The knowledge and generosity of people...

Ditto! The knowledge and generosity of people came through before the purchase and has been validated since. It is the reason we bought (and a good part of why we are happy with) our Escape!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 02-16-2024, 09:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,145
Posted By kavm
That’s where we are. A single tank lasts us a...

That’s where we are. A single tank lasts us a long time. When one gets empty, we switch to the other one and get the empty tank filled/replaced. But, there isn’t any panic involved as the time to...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-31-2024, 10:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,500
Posted By kavm
I looked up our numbers from when we bought the...

I looked up our numbers from when we bought the truck in 2021 -

Driver plus passenger(s) weight - 280 lbs
Pin weight - 800 lbs. 630 lbs is the nominal weight. A table I have seen on the forum...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-31-2024, 09:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,500
Posted By kavm
The pin weight of 5.0TA is higher than 21C. So,...

The pin weight of 5.0TA is higher than 21C. So, the payload is a bigger consideration.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-31-2024, 07:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,500
Posted By kavm
Our payload is about 1350 lbs. If we recall right...

Our payload is about 1350 lbs. If we recall right - you have to look at
- The weight that 5.0 TA will put on the truck (the feedback was a wide range from 700-850 lbs.)
- Weight of the passengers...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 01-16-2024, 07:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,373
Posted By kavm
We stayed in Gilbert Ray recently and found it to...

We stayed in Gilbert Ray recently and found it to be a very nice campground. It is close to the Sonora Arizona Desert Museum, which is worth a visit. It is also next to the Saguaro NP and hikes...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 01-10-2024, 02:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,362
Posted By kavm
Thanks, John! Will definitely look at it. Thanks...

Thanks, John! Will definitely look at it. Thanks for the suggestion.
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 01-09-2024, 07:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,362
Posted By kavm
I will look into Red Canyon. Thank you!

I will look into Red Canyon. Thank you!
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