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Forum: Towing and Hitching 12-31-2023, 10:16 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 13,126
Posted By mtnest
I, too, enjoy reading about truck stuff, gas...

I, too, enjoy reading about truck stuff, gas mileage, etc., especially when it pertains to the same equipment I use. In this case a 2017 Tacoma pulling our 2017 E19. Sure, I would like better mpg...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 12-13-2023, 04:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,365
Posted By mtnest
Beautiful layout and workmanship. Well done. -Tom

Beautiful layout and workmanship. Well done. -Tom
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Gatherings or Events 09-16-2023, 04:48 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 18,666
Posted By mtnest
Hi Tom. Yes, next year for the Rendezvous is the...

Hi Tom. Yes, next year for the Rendezvous is the plan. We'll miss seeing you and Mary, and all the other good folks there this time. The pack of dogs you mentioned... We had plans to board both dogs...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Gatherings or Events 09-16-2023, 02:26 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 18,666
Posted By mtnest
Mississippi River Rendezvous Cancelled Reservation

Unfortunately we had to cancel our reservation at the last minute this year. We're bummed but it can't be helped. In case anyone is interested in getting the site it's site 044, PMAN. Best to all....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 05-28-2023, 10:46 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,834
Posted By mtnest
I did my bearings last spring. Getting the seals...

I did my bearings last spring. Getting the seals out was horribly hard! My younger, smarter engineer/machinist neighbor was as stumped as I was. The bearing removal tool I bought was useless. If...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 01-27-2023, 01:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,925
Posted By mtnest
Since you've been to the Hilo side you know the...

Since you've been to the Hilo side you know the Big Island is paradise with much to see and do. If you haven't been to the top of Mauna Kea for the view and observatories I recommend that. Last time...
Forum: Cyber Campfire 12-10-2022, 10:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,284
Posted By mtnest
Heck of a story/memory Dave! “I can still smell...

Heck of a story/memory Dave! “I can still smell the coveralls he wore, stained with gasoline, the grease, the oil and Prestone antifreeze. And feel the room cool down from the cold he brought in...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 11-05-2022, 10:32 AM
Replies: 1,910
Views: 301,427
Posted By mtnest
Where is Balanced Rock?

Where is Balanced Rock?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-10-2022, 08:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,993
Posted By mtnest
If you have two 6-volt batteries, a capably sized...

If you have two 6-volt batteries, a capably sized portable panel and sunny skies during the day I believe you’d have enough stored energy to power your furnace fan for the night. Perhaps others on...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-03-2022, 10:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,502
Posted By mtnest
Pretty much what I do, Dave. -Tom

Pretty much what I do, Dave. -Tom
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-03-2022, 04:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,583
Posted By mtnest
You mentioned mountain towing. With that in mind...

You mentioned mountain towing. With that in mind I would opt for a vehicle with healthy towing capacity versus just ok, borderline capacity. Although capable, our 2017 Tacoma works hard pulling our...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-01-2022, 07:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 937
Posted By mtnest
Not a scientific reply to be sure, but it seems...

Not a scientific reply to be sure, but it seems like our 3-way Dometic fridge performs poorly in hot, humid weather. Once our Midwest temperatures and humidity drop back to normal so do the temps in...
Forum: General Escape 09-24-2022, 03:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 861
Posted By mtnest
There is a driving instruction place very close...

There is a driving instruction place very close to ETI in Chilliwack. Ask them about it. We received RV driving instructions from them with a great instructor named Howard.
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 09-14-2022, 09:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,438
Posted By mtnest
Dave. My vent cap cracked but it was so fine a...

Dave. My vent cap cracked but it was so fine a crack I almost didn’t notice it. I had to hold the cap up to sunlight before it would show. A little caulk fixed it. Before that after each rain I’d...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-27-2022, 05:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,563
Posted By mtnest
Meg and I use a checklist. For the inside and...

Meg and I use a checklist. For the inside and outside. We also double check each other's work. The other day she was checking my work on the WHD and discovered I had attached one of the sway bar L...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-05-2022, 04:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,014
Posted By mtnest
Chuck, excellent idea. Well done! -Tom

Chuck, excellent idea. Well done! -Tom
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 06-17-2022, 10:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,240
Posted By mtnest
Glad it worked out for you Dave. I have the same...

Glad it worked out for you Dave. I have the same RM 2354 Dometic Fridge that suddenly stopped working awhile back. I got my two replacement panels as a set from a local mom and pop Dometic dealer....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 02-24-2022, 08:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,987
Posted By mtnest
Can anyone venture a guess as to why "the...

Can anyone venture a guess as to why "the external fan should not be used while driving since the electronics in the refrigerator will burn out?"

I ask because I had to replace the main board and...
Forum: General Escape 01-17-2022, 05:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,230
Posted By mtnest
Did you check to see if the tow vehicle hazards...

Did you check to see if the tow vehicle hazards are on? Sorry, but I can’t think of anything else.
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 01-06-2022, 04:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,062
Posted By mtnest
We live in southern Wisconsin. During the winter...

We live in southern Wisconsin. During the winter our Escape 19 with solar panel and two 6-volt batteries is kept outside. The only thing we do is clear the solar panel of snow, even if it's just a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 11-15-2021, 07:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,298
Posted By mtnest
I found this article re: "burping a fridge" ...

I found this article re: "burping a fridge"

https://www.rvtravel.com/does-your-refrigerator-have-indigestion-burp-that-baby/
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 11-15-2021, 06:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,298
Posted By mtnest
Sorry to read about your fridge trouble, Greg. I...

Sorry to read about your fridge trouble, Greg. I have the same fridge as you, and it bit the dust this past spring. It is now up and running thanks to a new main outside control board and inside...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-09-2021, 09:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,791
Posted By mtnest
Yes, the "eyebrow" refers to the control panel...

Yes, the "eyebrow" refers to the control panel above the fridge door. A local expert showed me his method for removing the eyebrow control panel. Rather than pry it out as I thought, first he removes...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-08-2021, 08:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,791
Posted By mtnest
I have a DM2554 Dometic fridge in my 2017 E19....

I have a DM2554 Dometic fridge in my 2017 E19. Like yours, I had no cooling on propane or shore power. Fuses tested good. My knowledge of multimeter use was next to nothing. Local authorized Dometic...
Forum: General Escape 07-19-2021, 07:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,726
Posted By mtnest
Dave, please describe your solar setup. The fact...

Dave, please describe your solar setup. The fact it’s enough to run your Engel is encouraging to learn.
Thanks. -Tom
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