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That would be a "sucker" bet in that hull #117 also has the vent in the bath and heat does come out of it. Bill

Any idea of why the twist lock on your current Furrion isn't working? While the hype on THIS contact cleaner isn't entirely correct, it does help. The cleaner and an old tooth brush gets the job done - especially in those hard to reach places. Since you have said that you don't really plug into shore power very much, I'd give strong consideration to cleaning up what you have - at least if you can correct that twist lock. My plastic ring "broke" (actually I broke it in yet another fit of stupidity 🤪) several years ago and I've not had any problems living without that ring. Good luck! Bill

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Be sure to pay "special attention" to those exterior ports when blowing out the lines. These have back flow prevention valves in them and it doesn't take much frozen water to destroy them. Bill

Was she towing an Oliver Legacy Elite III? 😁

"Red sky in the morning, sailor take warning"?

WE didn't lose power at all. In fact - we didn't get any snow and/or ice either. Virtually all of the reported snow/ice that hit NC was only in the high mountains (above 3,500 feet) mostly near the State border with TN. Bill p.s. while we are not protected from general grid issues that Patriot mentions, our sub-division has all utilities underground. Obviously, this prevents a majority of outages. In the 25 years we have lived in our present home we have experienced only one outage that lasted just over an hour.

"Rule of thumb" Anytime you observe an increase in tire temp exceeding 10 degrees (F) you should seek and answer as to what might be causing it. If you can't find and "easy" answer - such as bright sun on that side versus the other side of the trailer, or exceedingly hot pavement (this is particularly found with newly laid black top) - then you should seriously think about adding air to your tires. By adding air you will reduce the "squirm" of the rubber and cords inside the tire as it goes down the road. In turn, this reduction should result in a cooler tire. Hope this helps! Bill p.s. I normally "only" add 5 psi at a time in these situations which happen rarely.

I did that as a kid! Don't remember exactly how old I was but I do remember that they had to restrain me from jumping in. I wanted to catch a couple of all those fish that I saw. 😃 Hope you have as much fun as I remember having. Bill

Great! NC is the first loser! And, I so want NC to finish first given that this IS the southern part of the US.😇

While I think that it is unlikely - Another possible reason for that tire going bad when the other three (bought at the same time) look fine - that tire was defective in the first place. Again, I believe that this possibility is well down the list of possible issues and that the guys at discount tire might have mentioned it if it was apparently a defective tire - but, it is at least something to think about and add to the list. Bill p.s. If you have a Harbor Freight nearby, they have temp monitors fairly cheap. I've had one of theirs for several years now and it hasn't missed a beat. Like this one for $24.99.

Sure does look like Charly knows when to let Dad do all the work, but, still keep an eye on him just to make sure that he does it correctly.😊 Bill

Bobby- Once you have really looked at the Oliver versus any of the other brands you mentioned - you WILL know the difference. I too looked at most of what you have looked at and the quality difference in the Oliver versus any of them is immediately apparent. Bill

Another quick suggestion is to turn everything off - Furrion, phone, etc- and then try connecting again. Bill

I don't have the Truman but virtually all burners I've ever looked at have a thermocouple that "senses" heat. If there isn't any heat (flame) then the gas flow to the burner is shut off - automatically. Bill

Perhaps something a bit more interesting than the Bud - but - I'm really being picky here!😅

And - That looks to be one great and interesting Forum that you have on the laptop. Care to tell us what Forum it is?😁

When you said you were headed to the "Q" - you REALLY meant it! Enjoy the warm. Bill

For those that have a bit of time on their hands AND want to save a couple of bucks too: Take those "yellowed" outlet covers off, clean then really well, wipe with alcohol and then given them a couple of coats of Krylon white spray paint. Let dry overnight and put them back on. I did mine this way about two years ago and there have been no signs of the yellow reappearing. Bill

This would have been my thought - or, possible you took a right turn a bit too tight and hit that tire on a curb. I'd take a very close look at the sidewall and then take a very close look at the street side tire. If the street side tire looks good then the issue is - probably - not with the entire axle. But , it could be just the spindle on that side. And, this is where GJ's measuring would come into play. Finally, from your pics it is a bit hard to tell, but, is that abnormal wear actually "cupping" or simply having the tire riding too much on the outside? If you can't tell then hopefully your guy at Discount tire can make the call. The reason this is important is that your bearings and/or spindle on that tire could need adjusting or replacement. Good luck! Bill p.s. at the very least I'd get that wheel off the ground and test for bearing play (i.e. grab the tire at the top and bottom and see if you can move it in/out). I think that you once told me that you use a local guy to do your bearing maintenance - can you get to see him for a quick check before you leave?

Well - We've only got those little black bears! It's the Griz I'd worry about.😊

Nice creative and thoughtful approach - good work. But, THIS kind of thing probably shouldn't happen in the first place. I'd make sure that both Truma and Oliver Service know about it. Bill

You Tremor guys are really a tough bunch! Usually those bears get a little touchy when it comes to burgers!😆 Bill p.s. DougS - If you get anywhere near Asheville on your trip an you need help, just yell.

Funny thing about that - my sleeping bag really doesn't look much different no matter how much time I take to "make it up" or direction I place it in.😇 Bill

Originally I/we slept with our heads at the rear. However, with the corner radius and the nightstand at the rear I/we found that the room for one's elbows was diminished. So, we "flipped" and now not only are the elbows happier but the risk of cracking the inner hull has been lessened😂. Bill