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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-12-2020, 07:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,051
Posted By northwinds
I think my cast iron skillet makes good toast....

I think my cast iron skillet makes good toast. Instead if buttering my toast, I melt a little butter in the skillet and cook one side in the butter. If I’m feeling decadent, I will make it on a thin...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 08-06-2017, 12:47 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 116,034
Posted By northwinds
I had my mind made up on a new 17' Escape when a...

I had my mind made up on a new 17' Escape when a 2001 Scamp came up for sale just a couple of hours from me. I have to say that we have had a blast this summer with it. It's not because it's great...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 04-21-2017, 08:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,388
Posted By northwinds
Thanks for the info, escape artist. I had a Ford...

Thanks for the info, escape artist. I had a Ford Explorer that frequently flipped on its engine light for one bad sensor or another. Frustrating.

The strawberry shake in the engine compartment...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 04-20-2017, 10:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,388
Posted By northwinds
Yes, it already has the 7 pin receptacle, and...

Yes, it already has the 7 pin receptacle, and I've already located the wiring harness under the steering wheel/above the accelerator.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 04-20-2017, 10:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,388
Posted By northwinds
Thanks for the suggestion. I ordered the P3...

Thanks for the suggestion. I ordered the P3 today. The video instructions from etrailer make it look easy enough that I should be able to self-install.

The tow vehicle has arrived.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 04-15-2017, 08:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,388
Posted By northwinds
Bye Ford Escape; Hello Nissan Frontier

I pulled the trigger today on a 2013 Nissan Frontier SV Crew Cab with 4wd. I'll miss the better gas mileage of the Ford Escape, but found a nice, clean,low miles truck at a reputable dealership. ...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Gatherings or Events 04-06-2017, 12:07 PM
Replies: 356
Views: 49,443
Posted By northwinds
Works for me, Dave. John

Works for me, Dave.

John
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Gatherings or Events 04-03-2017, 05:08 PM
Replies: 356
Views: 49,443
Posted By northwinds
I won't be staying overnight; no rig. But I do...

I won't be staying overnight; no rig. But I do hope to make the drive down to see some Escapes in person. Is there going to be a day scheduled for tours?

John
Forum: Classifieds Archive 02-25-2017, 09:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,606
Posted By northwinds
There's a 17B in Colorado that recently went up...

There's a 17B in Colorado that recently went up on Molded Fiberglass Travel Trailers For Sale | Fiberglass RV's For Sale (https://www.fiberglass-rv-4sale.com/)
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-21-2017, 05:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,230
Posted By northwinds
Just to close this thread out, it seems to me...

Just to close this thread out, it seems to me that my Ford Escape is probably at the low end of an acceptable tow vehicle for the 17B, although I appreciate that at least one person managed to do so....
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-07-2017, 01:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,230
Posted By northwinds
Thanks for your additional input. It's good to...

Thanks for your additional input. It's good to know that adding the bigger hitch/receiver seems to be the strategy on the smaller SUVs with Class 2 towing packages.

As for the Valentine's gift...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-07-2017, 11:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,230
Posted By northwinds
Curb weight is 3439 for the V6 4wd. We would...

Curb weight is 3439 for the V6 4wd. We would need to be mindful of cargo load but still works for the 3500 trailer weight allowable.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-07-2017, 11:02 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,230
Posted By northwinds
Yeah, I have been watching those 15's with envy. ...

Yeah, I have been watching those 15's with envy. I have care-giving responsibilities for the next 12-18 months which make a trip out to Salt Lake City or the west coast problematic. The summer of...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-07-2017, 10:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,230
Posted By northwinds
Thanks for that. That answers one question I...

Thanks for that. That answers one question I had. I talked to Etrailer, and they recommended part 75751 to replace the factory hitch. With replacement, switch to 7 pin connector, and a brake...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-07-2017, 10:11 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,230
Posted By northwinds
Size of receiver

From what I'm reading, Class 2 hitches are usually 1 1/4" and have ratings up to 3500 lbs. I'm interested if the people who have towed 17Bs with ratings at 3500 lbs had the bigger hitch receiver.
...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-07-2017, 09:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,230
Posted By northwinds
The owners' manual provides the following for 4wd...

The owners' manual provides the following for 4wd 3.0L powertrain. Maximum GCWR 7300, maximum trailer weight 3500. The 1 1/4" hitch receiver is the factory installed receiver for 2012 Escapes.
...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-07-2017, 06:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,230
Posted By northwinds
Towing a 17B with a 2012 Ford Escape V6 Tow Package

I have been researching weight distribution hitches, sway bars, trailer weights, hitch weights, etc., and have worked myself into a worl.d of doubt with regard to getting a 17B.

The Ford Escape...
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 12-05-2016, 12:04 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 12,259
Posted By northwinds
That is beautiful country, Myron. Thanks for...

That is beautiful country, Myron. Thanks for sharing the pic.
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 11-03-2016, 10:39 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 18,218
Posted By northwinds
If you jump up to 90 a bit earlier, there is some...

If you jump up to 90 a bit earlier, there is some great biking in Wisconsin from state trails on railroad beds to bike paths to paved county highways. Interstate 90 passes by Madison, WI, which has...
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-01-2016, 02:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,275
Posted By northwinds
Thanks

Thanks everyone. Will do that. My wife is originally from Stevens Point and has a (very elderly) grandmother in Waupaca in assisted living, so that is a good second option.

J&J
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-01-2016, 11:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,275
Posted By northwinds
17B Potential Purchase

Still in research mode, we are giving strong consideration to the 17B among the possible fiberglass small trailer candidates. Looking forward to learning more. Aiming for delivery of our selection...
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