wildebill308

Like Carl said the problem is the angles at the top and bottom. It has to do with how much overhang you have front and back. I hope you have room for a long ramp. When I was using a dolly I dragged it bad enough to almost hicenter the coach. This was just turning into a drive off a hi center/crowned road with a normally deep drain along the curb. Bent the drop hitch into a U. That is one thing, try removing your drop hitch it will give you a little more clearance. Bill

Carl, I was parked a long ways from the FMCA groupe, so they didn't see my oval. I also didn't have on my FMCA shirt or anything to make them think I was with them. I can guarantee that if you are walking in the area around a RRR get together you will have someone speak to you and invite you to "happy hour". I must have looked to pore/scruffy and a like a tow behind owner to those rich people who had the big busses. Bill

I don't have a problem when towing. But I do start the car when we stop for lunch. Just make sure you are in the acc position and not in the run position. This is from your owners manual page 335. When towing your vehicle for long periods, remove the 7.5 A Accessory Radio fuse to reduce drain on battery. This fuse is located in the interior fuse box and is shown as number 34. Only remove the fuse after you have performed the transmission shifting procedure, and the key is in the ACCESSORY (I) position. Store the fuse in an obvious location (center tray, coin pockets, etc) as a reminder to re-install the fuse before driving the vehicle. I also make sure all of your HV-AC switches are off and the air selector is in recirculated position. This cuts down on the exhaust smell getting in from the coach. Be shure you follow the procedure EXACTLY of shifting into neutral from drive ONLY. Bill

As I posted before. Last Summer we stopped at the Amana Colonies RV Park & Event Center. There was a big FMCA rally going on while we were there. I thought I would see if anyone tried to recruit me. I walked the dog around the whole area several times and just strolled by. Only a couple people spoke to me. NO ONE mentioned what they were doing there or anything about FMCA. This is what is wrong, This is what needs to be corrected. The growth needs to come from the local clubs and chapters. Bill

Chris, You will find nearly all tire dealers will inflate to the "sidewall" pressure. You will have to set it after you get home. Bill

Welcome to the forum Norm, It is unfortunate that they are trying to move old stock on you. Hopefully you can get them swapped for newer/fresher ones. Have you looked at the 2 tire programs available to you? I am favoring the Continental program right now. The one big take away from all this is tires start to deteriorate when they come out of the mold. There is no such thing as "shelf Life" it is all the same. Keep us updated. Bill

I keep advocating for a "towable option package" Where you could special order one with a towable transmission and base plate, lights ready to tow. Bill

Ilike my Surge Guard portable for that reason. At Least 3 times last summer I had problems with the power ata site. Having the portable allowed me to go check a different site before I moved the couch. In one state park I tryed 4 places before finding good power. I know I probbabley need the practise backing in but. Bill

Carl, It may never ride as smooth as your Cadillac. I know you know but a reminder for others who read this. Even when you have all the individual weights you will still use the heaviest on each axle to set the air preshure for that axle. When you add 10% for safety (depending on your weight) you may be back to close to what you are running now. I will be interested to see how the new tires affect your ride. Older tires tend to be harder and ride harsher than new ones. Bill

I don't carry a spare. Keep in mind the spare is going to age out the same as your outher tires. I would put the money in a savings account. Bill

Just like I posted above. 2014 is the last year you can tow a CR-V. Bill

I was told before DEF you still had to re gen the particulate filter. Might be wrong. Bill

I think it would be better if you decide which of the ones in the guide fit your needs. Then ask if someone has experience with that one. What I like may not match up with what you like. I like the Honda CR-V but 2014 was the last year you could tow one. Bill

Is it doing a re generation when it runs hot? Bill

You can post it to me here I won't tell anyone. BAck to traveling up the Maine coast. I recommend you stay on 1 and don't get off on 1A with the coach. I have driven on highway 1 from the main's south border to Eastport We stayed at Seaview Campground & Cottages,16 Norwood Rd, Eastport, ME 04631, eastport maine.com,(207) 853-4471. This is the most North Eastern campground in the US. If you go to Eastport stop at Ray's Mustard Factory. Bill

, This is a perfect example of the problem. I am sorry about picking on Ross but this a perfect example of the problem. "We did this one thing and we don't need to do anything else". If recruting new members is critical to your survival you should have it on every piece of literature and correspondence that goes out and yes on the web site prominently displayed. Not where you have to hunt for it. Bill

Carl, is the spacing enough you could stop with just the tag on the scale? Or on a different area of the scale. Look at this it may give you a better idea. https://catscale.com/how-to-weigh/ Bill

That sounds like a good idea to present the resources of the forum as a seminar. Bill

Yes great answer both of you. You seem to miss the point. Perhaps it points to the systemic problem with recruiting. Bill

Carl, The quote was from the TRUCK tire web site. http://www.michelintruck.com/reference-materials/manuals-bulletins-and-warranties/ The heading of this bulletin was "Service Life for RV/Motorhome Tires". So yes I think it is relevant to RV/Motorhome tires. This bulletin also shows a date code. Bill

Welcome to the forum. You might put your information in your signature and finish filling out your profile. Where are you located? Bill

I have spend quite a bit of time reading on the FMCA website and can't find where it talks about the $10.00 coupon. This needs to be HIGHLIGHTED and promoted. I even printed a app to read and can't see it. I usually keep a couple of apps handey. Bill

My observation is that tires between 7-10 years old fail at a significantly higher rate than tiers between 5-7 years old. I wonder why Michelin would say this if age was not a consideration. "While most tires will need replacement before they achieve 10 years, it is recommended that any tires in service 10 years or more from the date of manufacture, including spare tires, be replaced with new tires as a simple precaution even if such tires appear serviceable and even if they have not reached the legal wear limit. For tires that were on an original equipment vehicle (i.e., acquired by the consumer on a new vehicle), follow the vehicle manufacturer’s tire replacement recommendations, when specified (but not to exceed 10 years)." This is from a Michelin Technical Bulletin dated May 15, 2006, I have seen nothing to change it. Bill

To change your notification settings. Go to Account then account settings, then click on Notification Settings change what you want then click on save. You can also add your coach info to your signature by going to Signature. I think the biggest bang for the buck right now is to get a all wheel alignment then weigh the coach and set air pressure based on weight. Let us know if it helps. Bill

I haven't had that much of a problem geting around in my 38ft coach with the toad. Yes if you try to drive through every little town you will have problems driving a car. The outher problem is there are a lot of campgrounds that close after Labor Day. I talked to a guy who had a campground at Newfound Lake about staying open later. He was close to a big ski area. He told me the city would not let him stay open. I know the owner of Worden Pond Family Campground in RI and they close right after Labor Day. They open Memorial day. Joe you might like this place $45.00 for 50 amp and water. Dump site or pump out. Great location.