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06-04-2018, 07:47 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Calgary
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It's time to say goodbye.
I am now out of the RV travel scene. I sold my 2007 Jayco Eagle 325 BHS last week, followed by my 2014 Dodge Ram 3500 diesel.
It was a hard decision but my osteoarthritis got the better of me and I was having problems with walking and setting up my 5th wheel and entry into my truck, knee replacements are in the wind. I will miss my trips to Yuma that I have done over the years, but maybe trips are in the wind with motels etc.
What I am going to miss is my truck, but a diesel is made to work and this is not happening so I now have a Dodge Durango Citadel.
I will continue to sneak into this site to see what's new and how folks are doing, so long for now and happy camping to one and all!! Mike.
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2007 Jayco Eagle 325BHS
2010 Dodge 3500 Laramie
Kipor 2000 Generator
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06-04-2018, 07:52 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Abingdon
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Sorry to hear that. Hope everything works out for you. And by all means, drop in anytime!
Good luck to you!
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2013 Jayco Eagle 328 RLTS
2021 Keystone Montana 3121RL
2013 F350 6.7L 4x4 CCLB
W/Air Lift air bags (front & rear)
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06-04-2018, 07:53 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Surprise
Posts: 2,623
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Good luck !
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2015 27RLS
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06-04-2018, 08:19 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: James Island, SC
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Keep us posted on your future and thanks for your Law Enforcement career!
Your dilemma is one we all have to face. It will be a sad day for me to have to slow down on camping.
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2011- 351RLTS Eagle, MorRyde suspension/pin box,
2017- F350 6.7 PSD Lariat FX4,SRW, SB,CC
Hughes PWD SP-50A, TST TPMS
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06-04-2018, 08:25 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Long Island, NY
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Sorry to hear about your situation. I say that with the understanding that we will all be facing a similar situation at some point. It's a reminder to those that still can to make the best of every opportunity to hook up and head out with family and friends. Hopefully you'll find some other type of less strenuous activity to fill the void.
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2012 F-250 6.2L 3.73
Equalizer Hitch
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06-04-2018, 12:20 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Utah
Posts: 892
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My parents were staring at this. His doctor convinced him to try a Whole Foods plant based diet. He’s no longer on bp or cholesterol meds. His blood sugar is under control. His arthritis is manageable now. He went from barely walking to throwing the football with us in the park yesterday.
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06-04-2018, 09:22 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Calgary
Posts: 524
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Thanks everyone, I appreciate this.
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2007 Jayco Eagle 325BHS
2010 Dodge 3500 Laramie
Kipor 2000 Generator
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06-05-2018, 07:32 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Mexico Beach
Posts: 2,196
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I know time flies, just turned 65 and wonder where it went so fast and how much longer I will be doing everything still.
Good luck and now enjoy easy vacations
Rock
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2023 Jeep Gladiator High Altitude Toad
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06-05-2018, 03:09 PM
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Member
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: Fosston, Sk. Canada
Posts: 48
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Nothing lasts forever, enjoy the times we have camping/traveling, time marches on. My folks camped 40 years. Dad towed at 94, just a short distance.
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2017 Eagle 321 Pre Thor, Triple Slide, 5 Maxxis tires, 2 awnings, barbecue,
Mor/Ryde suspension and pin box, Dual pane windows, 2 A/C's , Rear Camera, 2 TV's, 4 point auto level
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06-05-2018, 03:38 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Virginia`s Eastern Shore
Posts: 17,093
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Best of luck in your future endeavors!!
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2018 Ford F250 Super Duty 6.2l CCSB
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06-05-2018, 08:20 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Picayune
Posts: 1,972
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Good luck to you, sorry you have to give up something you enjoyed so much. Please drop in and let us know how you're doing.
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Charlie & Lizzie the Mini Dachshunds
2008 Jayco Eagle Super Lite 30.5 RLS
2015 F350 Lariet Crew Cab Long Bed 6.7 Diesel B&W Companion Hitch
24 hours in a day, 24 beers in a case. Coincidence? I think not.
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06-05-2018, 08:56 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: State of Confusion
Posts: 5,014
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Best of luck AlbertaGuy!
Don't put off getting your knees replaced. I had both done over 10 years ago and have been (knee) pain free ever since!
Murff
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2015 White Hawk 20MRB (It's last year)
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06-05-2018, 09:21 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Calgary
Posts: 524
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Witt74
Good luck to you, sorry you have to give up something you enjoyed so much. Please drop in and let us know how you're doing.
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Will do!!!
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2007 Jayco Eagle 325BHS
2010 Dodge 3500 Laramie
Kipor 2000 Generator
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06-06-2018, 01:19 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Cushing
Posts: 9
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Albertaguy
I am now out of the RV travel scene. I sold my 2007 Jayco Eagle 325 BHS last week, followed by my 2014 Dodge Ram 3500 diesel.
It was a hard decision but my osteoarthritis got the better of me and I was having problems with walking and setting up my 5th wheel and entry into my truck, knee replacements are in the wind. I will miss my trips to Yuma that I have done over the years, but maybe trips are in the wind with motels etc.
What I am going to miss is my truck, but a diesel is made to work and this is not happening so I now have a Dodge Durango Citadel.
I will continue to sneak into this site to see what's new and how folks are doing, so long for now and happy camping to one and all!! Mike.
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Mike, It will take awhile to adjust. I sold my Jayco designer 5th. wheel.That's on the list of bad decisions I've made. I bought a Holiday Rambler Alumascape. That's also on the list of bad decisions..It's on the lot to be sold. Can't be too soon. I have my 2006 Ford King Ranch F350. I can't bring myself to part with it yet.(I love that truck.Don't want a new one.
) Not until the 5th. wheel is sold. I have the problems with my back and neck. Driving is like someone trying to drive my spine in the ground,becauseof the bad roads in Oklahoma..On good roads I'm fine. Maybe I"m a diehard but I 'm hoping to get another Jayco after repairs on my back. At least you're smart enough to sell your rig and then wait and see. You can always buy again.I feel like the dog hanging on to the bone with all his might. I wish you well and good recovery with your knees so you can' get back out 'among us'. j2ponies
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06-06-2018, 01:56 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Virginia`s Eastern Shore
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It should be pointed out that Albertaguy dates back to the forums first year as a member, and could therefore be considered a "plank owner" as they say in the navy for a sailor that has been on a ship since commissioning . Not many left here from O9, he goes back further then me lol.
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2017 Coachmen Catalina 283RKS
2018 Ford F250 Super Duty 6.2l CCSB
2010 Jayflight 28BHS (sold)
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06-09-2018, 07:46 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Calgary
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Crabman
It should be pointed out that Albertaguy dates back to the forums first year as a member, and could therefore be considered a "plank owner" as they say in the navy for a sailor that has been on a ship since commissioning . Not many left here from O9, he goes back further then me lol.
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Yes I do go back a few, but I was not long winded like you and what's this Navy talk? I was Army. LOL!!!
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2007 Jayco Eagle 325BHS
2010 Dodge 3500 Laramie
Kipor 2000 Generator
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06-09-2018, 01:11 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: May 2017
Location: Caldwell
Posts: 2
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Albertaguy
I am now out of the RV travel scene. I sold my 2007 Jayco Eagle 325 BHS last week, followed by my 2014 Dodge Ram 3500 diesel.
It was a hard decision but my osteoarthritis got the better of me and I was having problems with walking and setting up my 5th wheel and entry into my truck, knee replacements are in the wind. I will miss my trips to Yuma that I have done over the years, but maybe trips are in the wind with motels etc.
What I am going to miss is my truck, but a diesel is made to work and this is not happening so I now have a Dodge Durango Citadel.
I will continue to sneak into this site to see what's new and how folks are doing, so long for now and happy camping to one and all!! Mike.
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Knee replacements work well. I've had two and I'm 78. Good luck and wishes to you. John
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06-10-2018, 07:14 AM
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Member
Join Date: Feb 2017
Location: Chatham
Posts: 79
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Best Wishes
Wish you well, As you say there are motels, park models,trailer rentals etc that you can take advantage of going forward. Not the end but the beginning of a new phase...acceptance of reality takes great strength....
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