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Forum: New Member Introductions 08-02-2023, 10:45 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,455
Posted By the5reeds
I have a 19 that I pull with my 2019 Honda...

I have a 19 that I pull with my 2019 Honda Ridgeline. It's fine but I have had a few occurrences where I had a transmission temp overheat warning causing us to pull off and cool down. The lesson is...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 06-08-2022, 10:49 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,624
Posted By the5reeds
you can probably buy some short cables with...

you can probably buy some short cables with Anderson connectors, but I just make mine using 6 awg jumper cables

this is what I used...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 06-08-2022, 10:25 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,624
Posted By the5reeds
I installed a Victron 12/12-30 DC to DC converter...

I installed a Victron 12/12-30 DC to DC converter in my 19 in conjunction with my Ridgeline truck. Because the 7-pin plug wiring is insufficient for 30a charging I installed a small breaker and 6 awg...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 05-17-2022, 11:23 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,130
Posted By the5reeds
Looks interesting. I wish they offered it as...

Looks interesting. I wish they offered it as DC-powered though
Forum: General Escape 05-07-2022, 09:33 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,175
Posted By the5reeds
I removed the range hood on my 2019 19' for...

I removed the range hood on my 2019 19' for several reasons...
a. The max fan is only a couple of feet from the stove
b. I mostly cook outside anyway
c. It's ugly and head bump magnet

I put a...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 05-06-2022, 10:18 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 195,130
Posted By the5reeds
I am actually eyeing either the Zero Breeze or...

I am actually eyeing either the Zero Breeze or the new Ecoflow unit, both with attached lithium batteries and rechargeable with solar. Not cheap, but either could be a great solution for AC while...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Gatherings or Events 05-01-2022, 08:49 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,352
Posted By the5reeds
Thanks All. This Alaska caravan in the kind of...

Thanks All. This Alaska caravan in the kind of thing I'm talking about. How did you get involved with that group?
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Gatherings or Events 04-30-2022, 05:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,352
Posted By the5reeds
Group trips/caravans???

My brother owns an airstream and I'm constantly hearing about the group camping trips they take with various airstream clubs. Do we (Escape or fiberglass rv) have group trips, (aside from single...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-05-2021, 04:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,236
Posted By the5reeds
You remove the absorbtion cooling unit from your...

You remove the absorbtion cooling unit from your existing fridge and replace it with a compressor cooling unit. It runs on 12v.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-05-2021, 03:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,236
Posted By the5reeds
Yeah Brian, that's the issue. On my 19 that...

Yeah Brian, that's the issue. On my 19 that clearance on about 6 1/2", so either that outside vent cover will have to be modified, or the fridge pulled out a bit with extra trim or both
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-05-2021, 11:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,236
Posted By the5reeds
Compressor fridge retrofit

Has anyone done a JC Refrigeration (Dutch Aire) compressor fridge retrofit to their existing Dometic fridge? My big question is clearance out the side, as the compressor bottle may extend past the...
Forum: General Escape 07-07-2021, 11:53 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,497
Posted By the5reeds
I regularly use a Coleman collapsible oven on my...

I regularly use a Coleman collapsible oven on my Blackstone griddle ( griddle removed,) to bake stuff. Small, portable and cheap. Never tried it inside though
Forum: General Escape 03-07-2021, 10:43 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 8,329
Posted By the5reeds
Berkey

I used to monkey around with inline filters, but gave that up and started using a travel Berkey filter system (1.5g). I nest it and store it in the closet or under the bed when traveling. I fill a...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 02-10-2021, 10:44 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 10,875
Posted By the5reeds
I have a 3-way fridge in my 19' Escape as well as...

I have a 3-way fridge in my 19' Escape as well as a 12v compressor fridge in my Class B. both about the same size. While the 3-way has always done fine, my experience with the 12v has been very good....
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 11-04-2020, 11:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,438
Posted By the5reeds
Well, you also have your converter/charger to...

Well, you also have your converter/charger to consider in addition to the GoPower solar charger. In my 2018 19, the supplied WIFO converter did not provide a high enough voltage to top balance...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 10-28-2020, 11:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,438
Posted By the5reeds
Will Prowse actually did a side by side...

Will Prowse actually did a side by side comparison of the Lion energy and Battleborn batteries here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRe9TWEEoI0. It's been a while since I watched that video, but I...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 10-17-2020, 08:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,616
Posted By the5reeds
For year round camping, Wenatchee Confluence...

For year round camping, Wenatchee Confluence State park is a great place to camp, and they will have a loop open throughout winter, but the water will be turned off at the sites. It is 20 miles east...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-23-2020, 02:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,264
Posted By the5reeds
I have a 2019 Ridgeline that I use to tow my...

I have a 2019 Ridgeline that I use to tow my Escape 19 all the time. Works great. I even stopped using my anti sway/load distribution hitch.
Forum: General Escape 08-12-2020, 10:57 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 7,204
Posted By the5reeds
Because of fire restrictions, I switched to a...

Because of fire restrictions, I switched to a propane fit pit. Not as romantic, but it's warm and clean.
Forum: General Escape 07-24-2020, 01:19 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,620
Posted By the5reeds
Jess, I have the Escape 19 with a standard...

Jess, I have the Escape 19 with a standard dinette but am also contemplating modifying it to an L shape. Basically like moving the adjacent door side seat base to the front, so I'd lose no storage....
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-10-2020, 11:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,753
Posted By the5reeds
backing?

Hi Mark,

Your installations looks great. I am considering adding a panel or two to my 19. Some of the concerns I've read about with flexible panels is reliability and heat buildup. Some people...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-08-2019, 08:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,367
Posted By the5reeds
Also I used the stock table slide setup that I...

Also I used the stock table slide setup that I got from Escape to help with the flexibility.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-08-2019, 08:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,367
Posted By the5reeds
Bill, I ended up installing the Lagun base...

Bill,

I ended up installing the Lagun base in my 19 and am very happy with this. All kinds of flexibility, and now I have room to get in and out of both sides of the dinette easily. I also take...
Forum: Product Reviews 02-26-2019, 11:54 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 35,452
Posted By the5reeds
Yeah, that was my thought too, although they...

Yeah, that was my thought too, although they didn't seem to agree with me. They offered to sell me heavier duty 2” hitch bar and side plates for $105, but they also have a returned set for $84. I'm...
Forum: Product Reviews 02-26-2019, 10:23 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 35,452
Posted By the5reeds
One note of caution about the 1UP racks is that...

One note of caution about the 1UP racks is that on my recent trip to the desert, when removing my 45lb bike from the rack, I found the rack loose in the receiver. Luckily the bike was also strapped...
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