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  1. FL-JOE

    Question Fairhope AL

    We have visited the Loxley area at least once per year, which is just up the road. We have good friends there. We always stayed at Azaela Acres in Robertsdale AL. I personally love that whole area. There is a lot of great motorcycle riding and things to see and experience. We have visited...
  2. FL-JOE

    GUN QUESTIONS

    I guess I have the "ultimate" concealed carry as a retired LEO. However, that being said I still am aware that I can't stop at a military installation and run into the PX while armed. As far as RVing with a firearm? I would never consider traveling without being armed in todays world. Of...
  3. FL-JOE

    Question Directions... .. Cheyenne, Wyoming to Custer, ( Rapid City), South Dakota.....

    Even though you are not very tall or long, I would suggest purchasing a Trucker's Atlas from a local truck stop. It is a great way to review routes and double check on any restrictions when towing any load.
  4. FL-JOE

    6/6 and Annual Seriously

    Several years ago we went through the same issue at a Park (Upriver RV Resort) in North Ft. Myers. We had been staying there for 3 winters and averaged 4 or 5 months each season. Not only did they keep raising their rates but it became a bidding war for sites. In other words, if you signed up...
  5. FL-JOE

    How To Loading motorcycle trike inToy Hauler

    I went through the same issue with my Cyclone 44' TH and my Harley Trike. I could barely clear the top of the ramp without bottoming out, but I would drag my pipes when initially going up the ramp. The only solution I found was to raise the front of my TH as high as I could. If I was still...
  7. FL-JOE

    Do you read contracts?

    We were only RVing since around 2011 (just gave up full timing 10/2023). In some circles I would be considered a newby. However, I learned very quickly that RVs are not generally built to the same standards as either automobiles or sticknbrick homes, and most RV techs have zero training. If...
  8. FL-JOE

    Alert There is a reason we travel by RV

    Between my service time (1970-1973) I of course flew on a regular basis both on military aircraft and commercial. After discharge (LEO) I had to fly on official business several times and I can recall that the only thing I needed to get through the gate and onto the aircraft with my loaded...
  9. FL-JOE

    Might buy a Thor Challenger 37kt tomorrow…

    We tried a gas coach once and it was a Thor Challenger 37'. If my memory is correct it was a 2015. We purchased it slightly used. The Ford motor was okay and I could easily change my own oil which was a plus. It was a white knuckle driving experience with 15mph or higher crosswinds. I...
  10. FL-JOE

    FYI RV Show Discount

    X3 with the over 30% discount right now. Ten months ago we purchased our final RV while waiting for the house to be finished. I got it for over 30% off. It is still in perfect condition, looks brand new, and of course has a couple months left on warranty. It has been on RVTrader for a month...
  11. FL-JOE

    Purchase new or not.

    If we were to purchase another Newmar DP the deciding factor would not be one of reliability or warranty when considering new or used. Things are going to break and wear items are going to have to be replaced no matter if your unit is a 2024 or a 2015. Currently it appears the used RV market...
  13. FL-JOE

    Tip Etiquette at Truck Stop Diesel Pumps

    I agree with most of what has been suggested. I'll just toss out another possibility on getting DEF. When we were full time I started having issues buying DEF in containers. The seals wouldn't look right or appear to have been opened. Of course like many Newmar DP owners I didn't want to...
  14. FL-JOE

    Indiana to Tampa Florida

    Yep, pretty much what Rick said. US-231 south from Montgomery is almost all 4-lane and newer pavement. You go through numerous small towns but if you aren't in a hurry it is a nice route. Sometimes we have taken I-10 all the way to I-75 but on occasion we will cut across on RT-19. Safe travels.
  15. FL-JOE

    FYI PACT Act

    Yes, I have looked at the charts explaining how they compute the ratings. It is really difficult for anyone to get to 100%. For example, right now I am at 10%. If they eventually come back and grant me another 40% that won't automatically mean I will be at 50%. I will get 40% of the 90% I...
  16. FL-JOE

    Selling a motorhome… consignment or self?

    Late to the discussion but I'll toss in my 2 cents anyway. First off, I agree with Jim on the test drives. No one would test drive unless the funds are in my account and the insurance is in their name. In the last 2 years we have sold two RVs on RVTrader, a 2017 Newmar 4369 and a 44' Toy...
  17. FL-JOE

    FYI PACT Act

    Thought I would update this original post. The PACT Act sage continues for me. I originally filed my own claim for hypertension and migraines. Without going into a ton of detail my evidence was induction and ETS physicals plus my civilian medical records. VA came back and granted me...
  19. FL-JOE

    Strange Tire Failure

    I'm guessing if those are original tires (and made in China) then they were probably not rated for a "loaded" fiver in the first place. There are tons of stories about Marathons/Marabombs and other China brand tires on fivers blowing out during the first year of travel, let alone after being on...
  20. FL-JOE

    Advice on weight trailer to pull safely

    I just went through this a few months ago when we downsized to our first ever bumper pull. My TV (tow vehicle) was a new Expedition equipped with the heavy tow package (Timberline). My max tow capacity was 9,300. I knew I didn't want to bump up again that number to we found a 30' travel...
  21. FL-JOE

    RV Parks Occupancy

    We did minimal traveling this summer as we close out our full timing adventure for good. Out of the five or six campgrounds we did visit they were not close to being full. Over the past several months I have talked to two people who are linked to RV manufacturing jobs. One buddy had been...
  22. FL-JOE

    Extended warranties, who buys these?

    The only extended warranty I purchased was when we took delivery of our new Newmar 4369. It was a Cornerstone ESP that covered everything except the engine and drivetrain. I figured the engine and drivetrain were covered several years out with Cummins/Freightliner factory warranties. If I...
  23. FL-JOE

    RV Parky - $$

    X3 on just using RVParky to look up campgrounds. However, it has always been my "go to" source when planning our travels so I hope they don't start charging a fee for the whole app. If they do I'll just have to figure out another way to search.
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