kaypsmith

I agree, pex is the best. I plumbed my conversion with it and do not regret it at all. Although, I did use the brass sharkbite or gatorbite fittings, depending on where you buy them for the name. The most important thing to remember is you must make sure the pex is free from any burrs when installing, as they will damage the o-rings and will cause a potential leak. Kay

I agree with bizsmith. On a former motorhome, I replaced the cheap rod with a one inch pipe, used wood 1X6 cleats cut to the width of the inside of the end walls. A hole drilled into the center of each 1X6, then screwed to cleats that are inside of these end walls. Up to eight feet, there is no need for center supports. Also, I go to an auto parts store and acquire a round black wire cover, the kind that is split one side so that it will slip over the pipe. This has ridges and works to keep the hangers from sliding back and forth while traveling Good luck with whatever you do, Kay

Do you want valve stems, or valve stem extensions? If you ask for valve stems, it makes a difference because there are many manufacturers. Aluminum rims are lighter than steel, but they are much thicker than a steel wheel, because steel is stronger. This will require a different valve stem, because of the thickness. Some coaches run steel inner wheels, and aluminum outer on duallies, some run all aluminum, and some all steel with simulators. That is the reason for the 2 and 3 questions. Hope this helps to make easier to understand. If you only want valve stem extensions, then it wont make a lot of difference. Kay

Really need more info. Is the motorhome 30-amp or 50-amp service? If it is 30-amp, there will be 3 prongs on the plug in, or if 50-amp, there will be 4 prongs. All motorhomes have a breaker panel, or a fuse panel if it is a really old one. I would start there, looking for tripped breakers or blown fuses. There could be many factors though, so additional info will be helpful. Kay

Brett, I agree with you, if it is the cooling unit, by all means replace the whole unit. I would still have a qualified tech assess the unit before tossing it. We had three U-lines, one was tossed at twenty eight years, second, at 29 years, and third is still going at 32. They all had to have some periodic maintenance, but like a fine watch, will still keeping on ticking for a long time. Kay

Yep, goldenage passport are no longer being issued, they are still honored, new issues are senior pass. Not being derogatory, just things change. Kay

Best investment i made concerning rv'ing was, a small gas class A motorhome. I paid $5000.00 for that jewel, used a few weekends, then longer stays. We liked the lifestyle, but as you can guess, the unit was too small. I found a larger unit, sold the origional, and enjoyed the larger one even more. When the bug really hit me, I bought a retired Greyhound, spent 3 years designing the conversion and building it just the way my wife and wanted it. We love what we have now, and no expense was spared during the conversion. Different strokes for different folks, but what I'm saying is, there are ways to test the water before jumping off of the cliff. Hope you find that you love full timing, but I recommend testing the water. Good luck in your endeavors, Kay

Tybee is like going from one suburb of the same city to another suburb of the same city. Fort Pulsaki is right on that border. I don't know your age, but if you or any member of your family that will be traveling with you, is 62 +, I suggest that you they should look into getting a senior pass from the National park service. It cost $10.00 and is good for the rest of the holders life. Pulaski is one of those national parks, which means that the holder of pass and all in their party enter free. It also entitles half price camping in any national campground, army corp of engineers parks are also included. I always drop a donation when using this service although it is not required. Just a tidbit of info that I have not noticed on the forum before. Happy trails, Kay

Could be as simple as a mold heater, and that shouldn't be that expensive to have repaired. I have one of those icemakers from Target, probably same brand ticat suggested. It works great, but you have to add water to manually, not complicated at all. If it were I though, I would have the tech assess the U-line, I have seen those things last for years. Good luck, Kay

When you leave Perry, if you like historic places, I recommend that you go east to Savanah Ga., and Tybee Island. That will put you on the Atlantic ocean, and lots of historic sites, as well as a fun place to stay. I like to stay at Rivers end campground on Tybee. Nice campground with very nice people running it. Fort Pulaski, is a must see, if you like history, and Civil war momento's. Its about 170 miles from Perry. Have a good trip, Kay

Yes, been there, done that. If the old paper is not coming loose from the plywood, you can use sizing over the old. I use the prepared paste that is made for kitchen and bath, to hold the sizing. Then paste the new right on top of the sizing. If the old is coming loose, you will need to remove all that has come loose, then use sizing over all the bare, and the old paper. Good luck with the project. Kay

This post 9:17 pm, B'ham., Al. 9 degrees

I'm 69 years young, my dad used m.m.o. when I was a very young lad, and he swore by it. As a top cylinder lubricant, it is great stuff. The reason for sta-bil, is to help increase the life of the crappy gas that the government has mandated on us. Ethanol, is nothing but grain alchohol, 10 percent is the normal amount added by the refiner. You should note that grain alcohol is made from water with grain going through a fermentation process. This additive has a trend to evaporate from the gas when it sits for a long period of time, and leave behind a gummy residue that will gum up the fuel system. Basically what I am saying is, if you don't let your equipment sit for long period of time, you should be fine without the fuel stabilizer. I always buy non ethanol gas and add the sta-bil to it, for my small engines, lawnmowers, portable generators, and others. Happy trails, Kay

Sometimes, applying a little heat then cooling slightly will help. I do mean a little heat, not a propane torch of course, I use my wife's hair dryer holding it far enough away as not to melt the plastic, then applying a little extra pressure on the filter wrench might work. Kay

DD is right, only the converter will know for sure. Prevost only built the coach, there are many converters that build the conversion. And no two of them do anything exactly alike. Would like to know what year, and length of your coach, it is among the best on the road. Happy trails, Kay

I use Passportamerica also. Most passport parks dont honor the discount on major holidays, and the 50 off is from Sunday through Thursday. We travel about 6 weeks per year, so the discount more than pays for it's annual membership. We use several parks in Tenn., Ga., and Florida on a regular basis and have learned which are the better parks. Thumbs up! Kay

Be sure to check the car-fax for that vehicle. More than likely, if the vehicle has been in an accident, there is a far greater possibility of things going wrong with it. Be sure to look for tale tell signs of this. I would never make an investment in a coach that I, or a reputable inspector hasn't checked out. If the seller has objections to having it inspected, beware. Kay

Never stayed at a Cracker Barrel, but have at Walmart and truck stops. I would look at the surrounding neighborhood, the sleazy looking ones usually are. Be sure to check with the manager, and ask if it is OK. Some cities have ordinances against overnight parking at locations in their cities. Truck Stops are normally much nosier than Walmart. Most Walmarts have a security guard/car, that makes regular rounds in their parking lots. Also Sam's clubs mostly will allow overnight parking in their lots. Happy trails Kay

Frank, You can certainly just crank the engine and leave it running, just make sure to check that it remains running while in motion. And also there is usually a U-Haul dealer in most every town. You can usually rent a tow-dolly to get you where you are going, may not be exactly what you like to do, but beats having a spoiled vacation, most of the time. Happy new year, Kay

You could use two tin cans and a string between them, and some people would like that better. But three previous posts are the best answer. I use a Galaxy S-III and love it. My daughter and son inlaw have the S-IV. I haven't found enough difference to upgrade to that, but if buying a new one I would buy the S-IV. My other daughter has and husband has the I phone, they love theirs. I like Galaxy personally, but then, I am MS certified. So have fun shopping. Happy new year, Kay

The 701 K-G that is in the link that Rich described will work just fine, a little less pricey and will work fine. I have used one like this for over thirty years. Happy new year, Kay

I have not towed a Smart, but was on the verge of getting one last November. The factory representative was at the dealer that day. He showed me the two tow points, and how easy it would be to install the tow bar. He also told me about Smart-tow, and highly recommended that method. Good luck with your endeavor, if you decide to go that route, please let us know how it works out. Happy New Year, Kay

Merry Christmas Rich, Lois, and to all others on this forum. May the next year be the happiest for all. Kay

Thanks to all who responded to ticat's remark. I was thinking of asking him if his favorite radio wasn't a Cobra29. Happy forward trails Huffypuff, may the wind be at your back. Kay

Sorry, I assumed the HR20's were not already rf. Kay