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    Fridge questions

    Your refrigerator will run when plugged into the inverter but probably not very long. The 110 volts refers to the pressure that the electricity is under, not the total volume on electricity that your batteries can deliver. You will probably see dead batteries shortly after dark. This defeats the...
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    Adding Ac to a cargo trailer

    I’ve not considered the rear door. Is the structure stout enough to handle the additional weight. This looks doable because a new 5000 btu unit is only about 130...
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    Adding Ac to a cargo trailer

    I have looked at the climate right. Looks like it’s a good unit and could sit in the van when not in use but the 500 dollar price tag is a bit out of reach right now thanks.
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    Adding Ac to a cargo trailer

    looks like in going to be stuck in the SE for at least thru December. Going to need Ac to survive the heat. I’m looking for ideas as to mount a 5000 btu wall unit. Photos would be appreciated. Thanks
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    5X8 or 6X12?

    I’m just about finished converting a 5x8 v nose. Things to consider with them. I added to the height by going with a 6 ft ceiling. Finished it gives me 5’ 10”in height I’m 5’10” so only need yo watch my ceiling light. The other major change I made was add a RV style doors and lock. I can tow it...
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    Ultra small toy hauler

    It fold up against left wall to allow my Honda reflex to ride while traveling
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    Travelling with a Bird

    I just read the California refs as to bring parrots in. There are no cvi regulations for parrots other than Quaker (monk) parrots are not allowed in California
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    Travelling with a Bird

    Thanks for the timely advice. I’m about to start out with my sun-jenday hybred. I’ll get a health certificate fo him before I head out.
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    Ultra small toy hauler

    Trying to complete my 5x8 toy hauler. I started with a 5x8 single axle nose that I added sheet foam insulation to the walls, ceiling and under the floor. The trailer was ordered with a barn door in the rear, RV style side door, and 6foot ceiling from the factory. I replaced the paneling with 1/4...
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    12v vs series wired solar storage batteries

    With thi info I think I’ll use the Interstate golf cart units at Costco. Thanks for the info
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    12v vs series wired solar storage batteries

    What would I gain or loose if I were to use 2 parallel wired 12 volt deep cycle batteries rather than 2 6 volt golf cart batteries. Planning on 2 100 watt renogy panels. Main load will be dometic cf refrig,  led lights,iPad and I phone charging. Also a small 12 v tv. No inverter at this time. Thanks
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    Parrot

    Any one traveling with A parrot. I want to bring my sun conure on the road. I don't want to go to cold climates so I don't think she will be a problem
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    New old timer from fl

    Your right about the alternatives to warfarin but both have pretty spotty safety records and my cardiologist seems happier with warfarin that has been used for about 70 yrs. they know how to control it
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    New old timer from fl

    Getting my scripts is easy as you said Walgreens can do that. My problem is the blood test that is required at least once a month when on warfarin
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    New old timer from fl

    I've been reading most every thing posted for a long time. I've gotten rigged up pretty well with a Isuzu rodeo, Kawasaki concours, and a 5x8 enclosed v nose cargo trailer set up as a toy hauler ready to go but have a major question. I'm a cardiac patient with a pacemaker that  require that I...
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    Water Container

    chlorine bleach is exactly the same chemical hat most utility cos use to sanitize drinking water.  You simply  need to add about 8 to 10 drops to a gallon of water to be effective.Also bleach is bleach, there is no difference between the dollar store brand and he big national brands as...
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    Opinions need on 1996 Econoline...

    the 300 engine is nearly bullet proof.  I am using one now in an e 350.  I pull anything up t0 about 8000 lbs at normal I 4 speeds with no problems.  Curt
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    Boondocking options on the East Coast

    IN the Ocala National Forest there is a campground off highway 17 about 5 miles north of&nbsp;<br>Altoona that is free it is on a moderately sized lake. &nbsp;There are no facilities &nbsp;except water that is non potable. &nbsp;The name is Farles prairie. I see by the USDA website that it...
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    window privacy

    The other day, I was at the local &nbsp;pull it. They had 2 Aerostar window vans that had the windows covered with a white fully opaque film on the outside of the glass. &nbsp; &nbsp;this allowed the windows to be opened for ventilation. &nbsp;Does an one have any idea what this film is and...
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    Anybody else near Austin?

    Havingit fold &nbsp;wont work for me. &nbsp;id not be able to open the back door to the van. Im setting the van up like a teardrop with the galley across the rear. &nbsp;How much problem would occur if it had disconnects at the bumper and simply unhook it? &nbsp;Curt
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