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Forum: General Escape 07-03-2019, 06:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,749
Posted By Tom W
In our Province, you can trace ownership through...

In our Province, you can trace ownership through accessing the vehicle registration/sales history (for a fee). We do it through our government insurer (ICBC) which elsewhere might be the DMV.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 08-27-2017, 06:51 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,015
Posted By Tom W
Don't forget (as I did) that there are 8 gallons...

Don't forget (as I did) that there are 8 gallons of water in the hot water tank. When the bleach is added to the main tank I now run the hot water until I have about 8 gallons out. That pulls the...
Forum: General Escape 08-18-2017, 03:27 PM
Replies: 2,151
Views: 425,962
Posted By Tom W
I saw a 17' going north by Nanoose Bay, BC...

I saw a 17' going north by Nanoose Bay, BC yesterday on Hwy 19.
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 08-12-2017, 10:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,926
Posted By Tom W
I recommend you winterize. There is a drain...

I recommend you winterize. There is a drain spigot at the bottom of the tank poking out through the insulation. It is partially exposed and if it freezes, water in it could crack the plastic.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 08-12-2017, 10:15 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 16,398
Posted By Tom W
I asked the same question with boat owners and...

I asked the same question with boat owners and they recommended an air circulator. I purchased a Caframo Limited stor-dry warm air circulator. You can get it at most boat chandlers or Amazon at...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 08-12-2017, 07:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,009
Posted By Tom W
I had the same problem when I purchased my...

I had the same problem when I purchased my trailer new. It turned out to be a fuse that is inline and taped to the motor. It was not on the manufacturer's schematic. ETI sent me a new fan and I...
Forum: General Escape 08-06-2017, 02:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,063
Posted By Tom W
Unanticipated Attention

We have camped for four weeks in four different Provincial campgrounds since July 1. At every campground people walking by our campsite would stop, point and whisper to each other. We starting...
Forum: General Escape 08-05-2017, 12:52 PM
Replies: 2,151
Views: 425,962
Posted By Tom W
Saw a 17' with silver pickup in line at Horseshoe...

Saw a 17' with silver pickup in line at Horseshoe Bay BC ferry terminal on August 3.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-03-2017, 10:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,465
Posted By Tom W
I had the same stuck hitch problem on my new 21'....

I had the same stuck hitch problem on my new 21'. Did most of the tricks mentioned above and it helped. I did add more grease on the ball and it now slips out easily!
Forum: General Escape 07-25-2017, 06:32 PM
Replies: 2,151
Views: 425,962
Posted By Tom W
Cultus Lake 19' Sighting

On July 11 (about), saw a 19' in a Cultus Lake Provincial Park site.
Forum: General Escape 07-25-2017, 06:29 PM
Replies: 2,151
Views: 425,962
Posted By Tom W
Alice Lake 17 Sighting

On July 3 saw a 17 in an Alice Lake Provincial Park site. No tow vehicle in sight.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 06-11-2017, 01:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,023
Posted By Tom W
Our fan did not work when we picked ours up last...

Our fan did not work when we picked ours up last Sept. Didn't notice until we got home. Turned out that it was a thermal overload safety switch taped to the fan motor. It would not let any power...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 02-26-2017, 08:02 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 78,942
Posted By Tom W
"You think lowes and Home depot carry...

"You think lowes and Home depot carry "Mortairvent" Tom? Just wondering what places you have seen it".

Many building supply places carry it but only sell it in large rolls. Boat & yacht chandlers...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 02-26-2017, 06:36 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 78,942
Posted By Tom W
Under the bed we use "Mortairvent" which is...

Under the bed we use "Mortairvent" which is cheaper than Hypervent/Drymesh.

We also use a Caframo Air Dryer to keep humidity down during storage. It uses less than 100 watts.

Both are used in...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 02-15-2017, 04:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,256
Posted By Tom W
We are on the sales alert email list and got 2 -...

We are on the sales alert email list and got 2 - 40 watt panels last summer for $99. They go on sale on a regular basis. Each panel comes with a controller. You can use one controller for two...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 02-15-2017, 01:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,365
Posted By Tom W
On a November trip we found some popular parks...

On a November trip we found some popular parks such as Joshua Tree fully booked for the weekends. At the same time we found the Grand Canyon empty! Being at a popular spot early on a Thursday...
Forum: General Escape 02-01-2017, 10:59 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 13,283
Posted By Tom W
We were not sure about the quick connect due to...

We were not sure about the quick connect due to the limited availability of appliances that have matching connectors. We finally decided to get it and have used it every day!

We got the Camp Chef...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-15-2017, 10:58 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 27,856
Posted By Tom W
I got an extended factory warranty to eight years...

I got an extended factory warranty to eight years on my tow vehicle to lesson my worries about engine/transmission/transaxle failure.
Forum: General Escape 12-20-2016, 11:46 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 14,853
Posted By Tom W
Canadian Tire has them on sale for $19. 5 left...

Canadian Tire has them on sale for $19. 5 left at the the North Van store. They do not run on 110. Very basic.
Forum: General Escape 12-20-2016, 11:35 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 14,853
Posted By Tom W
For Christmas, a Toaster oven & 12 v vacuum...

For Christmas, a Toaster oven & 12 v vacuum cleaner....if we have been good!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 11-30-2016, 10:52 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 78,942
Posted By Tom W
We went to a boat chandler in Vancouver and they...

We went to a boat chandler in Vancouver and they were selling "Mortairvent" for under mattresses in boats. We installed it under our mattress in our 21 and seems to work fine. We did not use it in...
Forum: Product Reviews 10-06-2016, 02:57 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 44,574
Posted By Tom W
On a low simmer setting we needed a wind barrier...

On a low simmer setting we needed a wind barrier even in a light breeze. We bought for $2 at Yokoyaya (a Japanese variety store similar to Daiso) an aluminum stove wind break that was very light and...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 07-25-2016, 11:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,373
Posted By Tom W
An accumulator sounds like a good idea. What...

An accumulator sounds like a good idea. What type/brand of accumulator and where did you install it? Is it possible to see a picture of it installed?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-17-2016, 07:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,845
Posted By Tom W
I do not get my 21' until Sept. 1. However...

I do not get my 21' until Sept. 1. However intend to operate once I get set up. I intend to operate on both vhf and hf. I will try Winlink which allows you to send and receive emails via ham...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 05-23-2016, 12:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,556
Posted By Tom W
The Province of Alberta has a simple pdf sheet...

The Province of Alberta has a simple pdf sheet called "Recreational Vehicle Towing Guide" that explains GCWR & CVWR. It can be found at:...
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