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Forum: Jayco Pop Up Campers 05-14-2013, 05:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 19,099
Posted By dddire
I replaced all my lights with these, last year...

I replaced all my lights with these, last year and they work great.
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Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 05-13-2013, 03:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,063
Posted By dddire
Same as everyone else, refill only.. and Costco...

Same as everyone else, refill only.. and Costco here is about half what everyone else is.. or less.
Forum: Tech Talk 05-12-2013, 09:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,746
Posted By dddire
We have a X17z... fridge is 2 way,...

We have a X17z...

fridge is 2 way, gas/120... so my thinking of running on solar only was off...

but it looks like running on Gas/solar to run the electrics would work rather well.

Now just...
Forum: Tech Talk 05-11-2013, 06:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,746
Posted By dddire
In this case, "storage" is a fenced in parking...

In this case, "storage" is a fenced in parking lot. Honestly, if I have to get into more/bigger battery .. it's just not worth it for me. We don't boondock. It's just to be able to keep the beer...
Forum: Tech Talk 05-11-2013, 05:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,746
Posted By dddire
hmmm well then. lol so let's step back a...

hmmm well then. lol

so let's step back a bit.

5.5 cubic foot Norcold, Gas/12 Volt fridge.

Norcold saying 2amp draw.

How much propane would one use say per day of use?
Forum: Tech Talk 05-11-2013, 08:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,746
Posted By dddire
Fridge running on 12v power while in storage... solar?

Our trailer is parked in storage all summer at the camp ground and taken to a site every two weeks. As we'd like to leave the fridge running on 12v power (no power in storage area) and the house...
Forum: Fulltiming and Snowbirds 09-22-2012, 01:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,811
Posted By dddire
here in the great white north, we've been using...

here in the great white north, we've been using the furnace for a few trips already. Last weekend, we seen the temps go as low as 4 degrees C... mighty nippy with tent ends in the x17c.. but nice...
Forum: Tech Talk 09-21-2012, 04:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,592
Posted By dddire
So we camped last weekend in Saint Andrews New...

So we camped last weekend in Saint Andrews New Brunswick. Wifi was nice and strong and FAST.. I mean really FAST. Now while it was end of season here in the Canada and the park was pretty empty.....
Forum: Tech Talk 09-21-2012, 04:01 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,592
Posted By dddire
This air card is like your mifi.. 10 wifi...

This air card is like your mifi.. 10 wifi devices.. one USB.. Awesome so far.
Forum: Tech Talk 09-21-2012, 04:00 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,592
Posted By dddire
yup.. need a sim switch.. and ATT or Tmobile...

yup.. need a sim switch.. and ATT or Tmobile seems the only option for my device due to it's carrier limitations.
Forum: Tech Talk 09-01-2012, 07:23 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,592
Posted By dddire
Sitting in Marco Polo Land, Cavendish PEI... ...

Sitting in Marco Polo Land, Cavendish PEI... great wifi signal strength but of course, it's slower than cold molasses. Or at least it is when you're used to being on a fiber optic connection at...
Forum: Tech Talk 08-29-2012, 01:24 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,592
Posted By dddire
so far, it's looking like the best way for us to...

so far, it's looking like the best way for us to use data in the US is to buy a second device for use down there. They sure don't make this easy lol My provider here in Canada, (Bell), charges...
Forum: Tech Talk 08-28-2012, 01:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,592
Posted By dddire
would love to get a sense of the costs you folks...

would love to get a sense of the costs you folks have in the US..
Like I said, limited to using it a few times per year in the US.. but heavy when in use, two laptops and a media player for netflix.
Forum: Tech Talk 08-27-2012, 04:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,592
Posted By dddire
Wifi or Aircard?

We just picked up a Sierra Wireless Aircard for use while camping. We've been finding campground wifi connections to be spotty signal wise.. and very slow/congested at the times we're likely to use...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 07-14-2012, 08:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,509
Posted By dddire
We're both short.. I'm 5ft 4, wife is 5ft 2 and...

We're both short.. I'm 5ft 4, wife is 5ft 2 and the microwave and cupboards are high for us... but we use a small step stool as well. My pet peeve with the microwave is that the glass plate slips...
Forum: Tech Talk 07-02-2012, 08:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,350
Posted By dddire
We have two, a Coleman and an Igloo.. both work...

We have two, a Coleman and an Igloo.. both work fantastic. We actually are on a week long trip starting today and had to bring extra supplies to our trailer which we leave in storage at a CG about...
Forum: Jayco Mods 07-02-2012, 08:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,063
Posted By dddire
Hey Sean, normally I would agree, less to go...

Hey Sean, normally I would agree, less to go wrong is a great way to go.. but another remote? Yes please. Besides.. DW has spoken and wants the remote so she can walk inside the TT and level the...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 07-01-2012, 08:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,822
Posted By dddire
Im thinking a dealer visit is in order. If there...

Im thinking a dealer visit is in order. If there is any sound, wiring shouldn't be an issue... possible blown speaker or an issue with the output amps on the entertainment unit.
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 07-01-2012, 08:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,912
Posted By dddire
The bunk ends on our x17z are open from the time...

The bunk ends on our x17z are open from the time we unhitch at the CG till will pull out again later. I figure if they want in... they'll get in. I find campers tend to look out for each other too.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-01-2012, 08:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,966
Posted By dddire
Glad I could help. It happens on my x17z when we...

Glad I could help. It happens on my x17z when we refill tanks.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-01-2012, 07:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,966
Posted By dddire
light the stove and let it run to purge the...

light the stove and let it run to purge the lines, then try lighting the water heater again.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-28-2012, 03:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,371
Posted By dddire
Series of Ram to tow 32BHDS

Wishful future thinking here.. but was wondering which Dodge Ram I would need at min to tow the 32BHDS.

I get a little confused with GVWR GCWR etc etc...

I'm thinking at min, 2500 with the...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-23-2012, 02:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,063
Posted By dddire
Power tongue jacks?

Getting a little tired of cranking... wondering what everyone is using for a power tongue jack? Was thinking of this unit
...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-23-2012, 09:55 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,663
Posted By dddire
All lights now converted, (still need to change...

All lights now converted, (still need to change the porch light) and everything working well. One light per fixture and the trailer is more than bright enough for us. Only thing I caution is the...
Forum: Boondocking 06-21-2012, 05:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,259
Posted By dddire
We picked up the tote-n-stor, 32 gal, $180 at a...

We picked up the tote-n-stor, 32 gal, $180 at a local dealer. We'll give it a try this weekend and report back. Really wanted the Thetford but at $300 and limited use it was hard to justify double...
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