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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Which Wave to go

    Here is a link to the product info for the Mr. Heater Wall Mount. Here is mojave joe's original ebay link.
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Manual vs automatic transmission?

    A lot depends on the operator - but - if you are looking for generalities: Most truck manufacturers set higher tow rating for automatic equipped trucks. The automatic transmission has a torque converter that acts like a shock absorber. As for preference in hard-core off-road: Its a beeeoootch...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Shortening the body, Lengthen the overhead.

    No one said you didn't but you also didn't express what your concerns about the web in this particular instance was. Fair enough. And thanks by the way, I was having a tough time leaving this alone. First I'll just point out the parts that "raised my hackles" as it were. You said that the...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Shortening the body, Lengthen the overhead.

    Only in as far as it's needed to keep the upper and lower flanges equidistant. JohnF, as ntsqd said the web just holds to flanges in place for the most part. I'm aware what the web is for.
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Shortening the body, Lengthen the overhead.

    ...which is where the strength in the beam is... The web is just as important.
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Shortening the body, Lengthen the overhead.

    When asked about building queen sized beds that do not require the pull out, FWC has said they are working on it but that it isn't ready yet. Perhaps they can share some things they've found in doing this. Off the top of my head the issues you face are: cantilever strength COG concerns -...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West what do you do in bear country?

    No evidence? OK. No other animal has a keener sense of smell than a bear. You can put your loved ones at risk. I choose not to. "It has been studied". Sure, there is no way you could pin a bear attack solely on that criteria. But you can not prove that it wasn't a factor. Spending the...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Chinese Solar Panel "Dumping"?

    I would feel much more comfortable making comment if this thread were in a different forum.
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Chinese Solar Panel "Dumping"?

    OT: Sounds like good reasoning. Others: Great subject for debate.
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West what do you do in bear country?

    Consider how you manage your grey water too. Disperse it over a largish area away from camp not in a single puddle outside the door of the camper. (assuming you aren't packing it out.) ... And ladies, if it's that time of the month stay home!!!! There is no evidence that supports a causal...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Bob's snake bite

    I'm glad to see that Bob recovered. The paper gives us some good information. The doc tells us that he is using a couple of solutions diluted to 30C. Okay, if we assume that the molar properties of the substance is the same as the solvent (they aren't but assuming so is most likely being...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Roof Mounted Solar Panel Vs Honda Generator

    What about getting the Solar outlet installed... In my camper it would be very easy to put the charger next to the battery and run a second cord right out the cord port where the current converter cord exits. Then it is a matter of choosing which cord to pull out. Use a plug that matches...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West My New FWC Order!

    I don't need a lot of counter space in the stove. If there is too much flat space it gets used for junk that just gets in the way. If I need some space I use the table. My requirements for the stove are: will it heat the water in the kettle and can I heat up some soup/fry a burger. I...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Roof Mounted Solar Panel Vs Honda Generator

    Should I be able to run everything (even the furnace) in winter weather with just two batteries if I nixed the fridge? No. uh.. Yes. Wait, for how long? Get a catalytic heater and a candle for light then the answer is yes. Even if the two batteries are totally dead. You know, like tent...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Roof Mounted Solar Panel Vs Honda Generator

    ... I am built like that. Oh, I relate. Now my wife on the other hand, that is another story, lol! Stil relate'n... ... the inside of my camper is at least 55 degrees. Now we're talk'n. That's "wear a sweater" temps. Hit 63 and short sleeve shirt with merino wool skull cap. Good and...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Roof Mounted Solar Panel Vs Honda Generator

    ... but I have no idea where on earth I would put such a thing. :D You have the most "stuff" on a camper/truck rig than most here. I suspect that if you got the itch you would find a way and then the rest of us will see the pics and think, "that is soooo cool. Why didn't I think of that."...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Water pump won't prime

    ... With my mouth. ... That's what I would have done.
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Water pump won't prime

    Sucking at the city water hookup? You're on the right track but there should be a backflow check valve that would prevent what you are trying to do from happening in that spot. I have a 5th wheel camper that has a pump that does the same thing. I took the pump head apart and the answer is...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Hey FWC.....any plans for

    I hope there are plans to keep at it. I know that this choice weighs heavy for me. Kinda funny too really. I used to pack the pack, carry it around, stop, get the tent-bag-etc out. Do it again the next day... And now I don't want to pull out the bed and put it back and pull it out and...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Convert FWC to Cab Over

    From what I see in the picture and after reading this analysis of the Happijac system it looks to me that the tiedown install improperly translates forces through the rear tiedown that are meant to be carried through the front tiedown. The front should angle back and the rear can be forward to...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Roof Sealant

    For caulking I would ask for a polyurathane sealant. PL window, door and siding (from Lowes among others) by Loctite (Henkel) is good stuff. I haven't used Proflex Geocel but understand that there is a specific version for RV use and that there are many that consider a good product. Me...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West POD: Homebuilt foam core fiberglass skin pop-up camper build thread

    What force is required at the top of the cantilever side of the door to pull it back into spec? (use a small scale and rope and pull as straight as you can. That is, at and along the top from the right of the door.) Maybe that measurement should be taken with a little more weight at the...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West light fixture for fridge

    I have an icebox for you, how about $40, but I'm up in Eagle County. Sent a PM.
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West What to repair cracks/holes in canvas with?

    This stuff seems like a good option for me..? Cool. I would be interested in hearing about your experience with the product.
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Ordering Soon!

    Aluminum will show hail damage. Fiberglass may (probably will :)) show UV fade. I would do the arctic pack. I would not do the awning. I like E-Z ups. Have to park the truck on the gravel pad but want the shade on the table? Replacing a waterpump on your brother's van and wish you could do...
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