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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 03-31-2024, 05:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 299
Posted By Chris R
After a bit more detailed investigation, I...

After a bit more detailed investigation, I removed the awning, fabric is shot.
It looks like the thread was not resistant enough and there were a few cracks in the vinyl edges.

Does anybody...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 03-31-2024, 01:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 299
Posted By Chris R
Does awning need replacing?

For those who have a older manual awning.
Doing spring clean of the trailer, I noticed that stitches on the top side of the awning where it attaches to the trailer are missing the thread between...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 02-09-2024, 09:20 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,535
Posted By Chris R
When they made the trailer, I had them use wider...

When they made the trailer, I had them use wider framing on the wall corner because I knew that I wanted to add the railing. The end closest to the door maybe able to hit the door framing. I think...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 02-09-2024, 02:43 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,535
Posted By Chris R
The handrail works really well especially for...

The handrail works really well especially for those night trips.
Red oak stained to match, 1 1/4 inch round dowel. Vertical is 12 inches, the angle part is 24 inches.
Held on with 3 #8 or 10...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 02-03-2024, 05:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,847
Posted By Chris R
In the front outside compartment above the...

In the front outside compartment above the propane tanks are removable panels into the area that house the landing gear. I would remove the appropriate panel and see if there is damage where the...
Forum: Cyber Campfire 12-12-2023, 11:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,459
Posted By Chris R
I was looking at the article and was wondering...

I was looking at the article and was wondering about the two solar panels mounted at the front top of the trailer. I assume they would catch lots of air. Mounts at the back edge and about 1/3 from...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 11-30-2023, 01:03 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,620
Posted By Chris R
Check that emergency brake on the trailer tongue...

Check that emergency brake on the trailer tongue has not been activated. It could draw down batteries very quickly.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-19-2023, 10:42 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 19,584
Posted By Chris R
I once had the intermittent gas issue, took it in...

I once had the intermittent gas issue, took it in the RV repair. They found the eyebrow board was partially unplugged, vibration? It was plugged in, gas was fine there after. So far it has worked....
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 10-14-2023, 12:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 972
Posted By Chris R
mostly clear, some high clouds in Victoria. We...

mostly clear, some high clouds in Victoria. We got about 80%.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-18-2023, 02:39 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 19,584
Posted By Chris R
But on the positive side, you don't need to use...

But on the positive side, you don't need to use those stupid plastic, space wasting shelves and having to open the door to adjust the controls. I hope the N4150 is not discontinued before I have to...
Forum: General Escape 09-15-2023, 10:08 AM
Replies: 2,172
Views: 249,237
Posted By Chris R
Landing gear extension is very useful, did that...

Landing gear extension is very useful, did that several years ago.
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 08-21-2023, 08:00 PM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 302,699
Posted By Chris R
Maybe not out the trailer window, but over our...

Maybe not out the trailer window, but over our house in Victoria, July 29.
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 08-02-2023, 09:26 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 13,542
Posted By Chris R
Based in the photo, the 'blobs' look like lichen,...

Based in the photo, the 'blobs' look like lichen, same stuff grows on roofs, rocks, fences, etc. Maybe try some lichen roof cleaner in a small patch. Lichen usually grows in shady areas.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 06-21-2023, 04:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,387
Posted By Chris R
The Travel 285 fits with the legs folded, not...

The Travel 285 fits with the legs folded, not sure if the different legs and the higher top on the PRO would be the 'gotchya'
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 05-04-2023, 01:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,744
Posted By Chris R
Making a cover out of aluminum would be fairly...

Making a cover out of aluminum would be fairly easy, use the old hinge and paint it white. Hummm.......:thumb:
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 05-03-2023, 06:37 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,744
Posted By Chris R
Thanks, saw the review of the Dometic one a...

Thanks, saw the review of the Dometic one a couple of years ago, cracking from heat is a red flag.
The ternoverland one only comes with a motor, no manual operation anymore. That does not sound...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 05-03-2023, 11:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,744
Posted By Chris R
Well it looks like I have to replace the escape...

Well it looks like I have to replace the escape hatch cover. Very brittle and yellow. It appears ETI has used different sizes over the years and HENG has changed it's design.

My hatch cover...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-18-2022, 04:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,256
Posted By Chris R
I think the space above is small, very oddly...

I think the space above is small, very oddly shape, not really practical. Good space below, but either the mattress or sheets/blankets are in the way, only could be accessed from the backside.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-18-2022, 12:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,256
Posted By Chris R
Sorry for taking so long to respond The...

Sorry for taking so long to respond

The existing corner cubbys are held in with 4-5 screws, remove them and then you should be able to wiggle the unit out. I was going to reuse the old ones, but...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-11-2022, 03:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,256
Posted By Chris R
The opening and storage in the cubby was not...

The opening and storage in the cubby was not working for us, awkward to use, so I redesigned it to be way more useful. The final version does include a USB port/outlet.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 06-11-2022, 11:50 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,263
Posted By Chris R
what a mess of plumbing parts, beside the wrong...

what a mess of plumbing parts, beside the wrong hoses. The time it took the installer to assemble and connect all those parts was way more than getting the correct parts to start with. Oh sigh!
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 05-09-2022, 03:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,515
Posted By Chris R
Both will be busy, although I would avoid...

Both will be busy, although I would avoid weekends. Sometimes the challenge is the traffic either going to the ferry or on the other side. Both ferry systems require you arrive at the ferry...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 05-09-2022, 03:22 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,223
Posted By Chris R
John's description is for a 2 battery setup. ...

John's description is for a 2 battery setup. Usually, a 17B has one battery on the back bumper, no 'bridging' cable used. Do you have 2 batteries?

And the strap is a must.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 04-15-2022, 05:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 613
Posted By Chris R
2015 5TA, with a bit of surface rust

2015 5TA, with a bit of surface rust
Forum: Cyber Campfire 03-13-2022, 03:54 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,658
Posted By Chris R
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