hermanmullins Report post Posted May 14, 2020 I have noticed a lot of the answers to different Topics and posting are getting a little testy. More so as we have gotten further into this "Shelter in Place". Here on the Forum we are all folks that like to get out and travel. We love to see new places, visit places we have been before, visit old friends and to make new friends. So as we sit in front of our computers or on our Smartphones lets all take a moment to relax, take another sip on the drink of your choice and think about how to respond to a topic and in a nice way, not in a condescending way that is sure to make the other person mad. Remember the Forum is here for those needing help with their RVs and for those with knowledge to help. There have been several thousand good questions asked and answered here. So let's get along and keep helping others. Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elkhartjim Report post Posted May 14, 2020 We've taken this opportunity to spend time in northern New Mexico. The park in Angel Fire is first class, https://angelfirervresort.com/ . The day we drove to Red River, NM, it was raining when we left Angel Fire but then turned to snow driving over the Palo Flechado Pass (9000 ft). The restaurants are only doing takeout in NM so we've been eating in mostly, besides, I can cook a better than average meal on my pellet cooker. We've made reservations at Rafter J Bar Ranch in the Custer area of SD in early June, back to Spicewood, TX for 4th of July celebration and then to upstate NY for most of July and August. We have a 21 days Baltic cruise scheduled August 21 but that is still up in the air. Air travel is our major concern. Other than that, we're getting our fill of Netflix. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted May 14, 2020 Jim, Linda here! What are you using to watch netflix? Cell phone or wifi card? Do you have any type of cell phone booster? Just thought I would check! I have a booster but with new coach haven't found way to secure the pole to coach that has the antenna on it. We have no ladder. Also need to find a way to get the cable into the coach from the antenna to the booster inside! Always looking for new ideas! Linda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted May 14, 2020 Linda, there are flag stands that you roll one wheel on. Might work for your booster. I have seen them at CW but I am sure others have them. One thing you'll don't need is a ladder that so the old cogger can get on top of the coach, pardon me, that the young cogger. I keep forgetting he is younger than me. 😉 Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elkhartjim Report post Posted May 14, 2020 I'm currently using park Wifi but often use either my Verizon cell hotspot or Paula's ATT hotspot for streaming. I do not have a booster and can usually stream via cell phone if either of us has mediocre cell reception. Check Wilson and see if they have a mount that would work. https://www.wilsonamplifiers.com/accessories/mounts?utm_medium=ppc&utm_campaign=Wilson+Antennas&utm_source=adwords&utm_term=wilson antenna mount&hsa_kw=wilson antenna mount&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_tgt=kwd-3043628683&hsa_mt=e&hsa_acc=5776060852&hsa_ver=3&hsa_cam=168952074&hsa_ad=231314104298&hsa_grp=8960175594&hsa_src=g&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2PP1BRCiARIsAEqv-pShYKAg3jgu77OzeDqLO4pJP0l2-kguRf9o6AFZNWvYHZPtXQcnMpAaAoeIEALw_wcB Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted May 14, 2020 Jim, she does a lot of shopping at wilson..2 booster's (1 currently in Three Rivers), since we don't have a ladder in back, the pole dos'nt work. We both have Verizon Jet Packs, hers is bigger than mine! I have no problems anywhere, I use Airplane mode. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted May 14, 2020 How does Airplane made help? Do you set your phone or MiFi on it. I have never used Airplane mode before. Here it about 65 and sunny with a 15 to 20 mph wind. Washing the coach now. Got the sunny side done before it got to drying to fast. Now on to the shadyside. And I am doing it all without a mask on.🤪 Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted May 14, 2020 Carl, Larry Huff has his amplifier mounted on his over the air antenna. I don't know how he routed it but it goes up with his OTA antenna. You might ask him. Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted May 14, 2020 Roll Wheel Over pole Fits any wheel. ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted May 15, 2020 RayIN, we have 4 of them and used 2 as a back up when we had a ladder, the old coach was 12' 3" high, this one is 13' 4". Herman, the Airplane mode is on my computer under settings...have not been bounced off in 3 months now! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dbenoit Report post Posted May 19, 2020 Our 1st weekend out was wicked awesome, so good we booked next weekend. Nice all around @ Strafford/ Lake Winny South KOA. Put the Marg machine to the test, hours and ingredients. DW has been promoted to “expert”, she kinda took over. I was the test subject.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted May 19, 2020 I'm envious DB. We want to get on the road so bad but Earlene doesn't have enough hand sanitizer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted May 19, 2020 I would to let everyone know that Carl (Manholt) and Linda got MARRIED yesterday. Congratulations! Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ianbullock Report post Posted May 19, 2020 Congrats!! ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elkhartjim Report post Posted May 19, 2020 The cats out of the bag now, Carl. This weekend I was pleasantly surprised how easy it was to make campground reservations for travel beginning June 1. We got reservations at Rafter J and Elkhorn Ridge in South Dakota and Tiger Run in Breckenridge. The rest will be as needed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted May 19, 2020 Last time I stayed at Heartland RV Park & Cabins. I would recommend driving 16A in your toad it is a amazing scenic road DO NOT take a RV on it. (this is more for future readers not so much Jim). Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rfsod48 Report post Posted May 19, 2020 Way to go Carl! Hope you both have many happy years. Roland Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elkhartjim Report post Posted May 19, 2020 6 hours ago, WILDEBILL308 said: Last time I stayed at Heartland RV Park & Cabins. I would recommend driving 16A in your toad it is a amazing scenic road DO NOT take a RV on it. (this is more for future readers not so much Jim). Bill What Bill....you think I can't maneuver a 44 ft motorhome through those tunnels? Steak night at the Alpine Inn in Hill City and go for dessert as often as possible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted May 19, 2020 43 minutes ago, elkhartjim said: What Bill....you think I can't maneuver a 44 ft motorhome through those tunnels? It is more, I think you know better and also don't want you to try till we can film it. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted May 19, 2020 We remember 16A and those who, like us wanted to go slow, stop and take lots of pictures. Then we remember the AH who tried to make a race course out of it...we caught up to them, their big F350 crew cab had gotten stuck in one of the blind corner entrance to a tunnel...bad day for 2 couples from OK and FMCA! Alpine Inn, food was good, dessert is the real reason to go there! 😁 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elkhartjim Report post Posted May 20, 2020 We were there a few years ago and some guy had his 5th wheel wedged in a 16A tunnel pretty solid. I guess he thought if a tour bus could make it he could too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted May 20, 2020 We where last there in 2018 for FMCA Gillette Rally & heard about it...most things are curable, STUPID is not. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted May 21, 2020 3 minutes ago, FIVE said: Same here, Carl, it's good you finally got some adult supervision.😂 ...PRICELESS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted May 21, 2020 Thank you, one and all...now I'm in the same boat as the rest of you! 😎 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted May 22, 2020 Carl, now you will always get the last words in, "Yes Dear!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
