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Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 05-11-2016, 09:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,845
Posted By jcasey
i just investigated a similar problem today. In...

i just investigated a similar problem today. In my case, the two wall outlets in the dinette slide were showing low power--c. 78 volts instead of c. 125 volts. The problem was not present at the...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 06-05-2014, 10:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,584
Posted By jcasey
I once talked with Winegard about wind. I did so...

I once talked with Winegard about wind. I did so because I wondered, if one left the antenna up accidentally, how much wind speed the extended antenna could handle as one drove down the road. My...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 08-23-2013, 10:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,132
Posted By jcasey
If you have a brass valve, check the...

If you have a brass valve, check the manufacturer. It is likely made by
Cash Acme. They have a rebuild kit that is very inexpensive.

Here is the information; but, please check to be sure your...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 08-21-2013, 07:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,932
Posted By jcasey
In the manual, such as it is, are directions to...

In the manual, such as it is, are directions to reset the control board, which is in the small closet by the entry door.

It is simple: there are a couple of buttons to push simultaneously. There...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 08-09-2013, 08:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,670
Posted By jcasey
Wow! Even if I never use it, I am impressed! ...

Wow! Even if I never use it, I am impressed!
Thanks for all the work.
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 02-10-2013, 02:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,853
Posted By jcasey
from RVDaily: SYRACUSE, Ind. -- Redwood RV...

from RVDaily:

SYRACUSE, Ind. -- Redwood RV today announced the appointment of Dan Tauer to the position of product manager.

Tauer brings more than 28 years of extensive RV experience to...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 10-14-2012, 02:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,597
Posted By jcasey
While measurement from platform to the top of the...

While measurement from platform to the top of the side table could be helpful, remember to measure from the foot-end of the platform to the bottom edge of the vanity---that is where the thickness of...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 08-24-2012, 09:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,618
Posted By jcasey
We use a standard king size Sleep Number bed...

We use a standard king size Sleep Number bed instead of using the California King size mattress that came with the trailer. (That mattress is in "storage.")

We did some measuring and found that a...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 07-11-2012, 05:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,040
Posted By jcasey
My first set of Timbrens has been sold. The...

My first set of Timbrens has been sold. The second set, slightly less tall, is still available.
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 05-19-2012, 05:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,586
Posted By jcasey
I have a new, never-used, control box for the...

I have a new, never-used, control box for the Wineqard "Traveler" antenna. I also have all the cables, also unused. I almost forgot to include the dome itself. The reason I have them is I totally...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 04-10-2012, 05:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,957
Posted By jcasey
I wondered the same thing so I asked him that...

I wondered the same thing so I asked him that question again today. He confirmed my impression that he would not be doing that, at least not in the near future. Wish I could relate more; but, I...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 04-09-2012, 02:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,327
Posted By jcasey
Dish 500 antenna for sale

We want to sell a portable Dish 500 satellite dish,
including the tripod.
We are asking $50 (c. $80 new) and we will
include the satellite-signal meter for an
additional $20 (c. $30 new)
We will...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 03-02-2012, 06:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,957
Posted By jcasey
Tom Peck retired from DRV March 1, 2012

Tom has retired as of today, March 1, 2012.
His replacement is Chad Olinger and his email address is:

chadolinger@drvsuites.com

Many of us have had direct dealings and communication with Tom...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 02-16-2012, 08:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 13,835
Posted By jcasey
No, this problem is not with the clear coat. The...

No, this problem is not with the clear coat. The problem is as I described in an earlier posting.

If there were a problem with clear coat it would be a different issue or problem from this...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 02-16-2012, 11:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 13,835
Posted By jcasey
To see the paint, I am guessing you must take off...

To see the paint, I am guessing you must take off a wheel.

DRV said I shouldn't fix the problem myself, even though we discussed how the remedy will be done: a dealer should do it. Therefore,...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 02-16-2012, 09:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 13,835
Posted By jcasey
It seems paint was applied to some (or all) wheel...

It seems paint was applied to some (or all) wheel hubs and where that hub area meets the the back of the aluminum wheel, a problem can emerge. It seems the coat of paint on the hub and/or the back of...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 02-15-2012, 03:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 13,835
Posted By jcasey
Here is a bit more info on the DRV wheel recall. ...

Here is a bit more info on the DRV wheel recall.


"DRV is announcing a recall in conjunction with NHTSA. This recall has been posted
to the NHTSA website and will be quickly spreading to...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 11-07-2011, 03:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,544
Posted By jcasey
In our 2005 MS we had a track light above the...

In our 2005 MS we had a track light above the island.

DRV sent a replacement because a short developed.
We still have, however, a batch of the lights from the original lighting track.

Does...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 10-24-2011, 07:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 14,164
Posted By jcasey
Since you are from Wisconsin and we bought our...

Since you are from Wisconsin and we bought our new 2011, 6.7 F350 SC DRW in Wisconsin, I offer some information to a Packer/Badger fan.

For the first 1,000 from Osseo, Wisconsin to Estes Park, CO...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 10-14-2011, 10:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 14,164
Posted By jcasey
My previous truck was a 2005 F350, 6.0, super...

My previous truck was a 2005 F350, 6.0, super cab, dually Ford.

The mileage increase with the 6.7 2011, compared to 2005, was caused, in part, by the newer design of the 6.7 Ford engine and...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 10-11-2011, 06:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,499
Posted By jcasey
Prior to doing an Alaska trip and I built a...

Prior to doing an Alaska trip and I built a second set of mudflaps that attached to the square hitch receiver under the bumper. So, I had the first set of flaps just behind the wheels and a second...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 10-10-2011, 10:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,499
Posted By jcasey
preventing/fixing chips to paint on lower front of 5th wheel

Often one can see stone chips on the lower front of the 5th wheel, even with mudflaps on the truck.

Therefore, I am curious what people have been doing to counteract, repair, or prevent the...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 10-09-2011, 08:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 14,164
Posted By jcasey
Yes, according to the scale I used, the weights...

Yes, according to the scale I used, the weights happen to come out in those surprisingly even numbers. I might double check the weights again, however, for the concern you suggested.
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 10-09-2011, 01:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 14,164
Posted By jcasey
mpg and weights for a 6.7 2011 Ford and DRV 5th wheel

Just a report:
We have a 2011 6.7 F-350 Supercab Dually that weighs 9,000 lbs. This includes one person, two Honda 2000 generators, the Husky 5th wheel hitch and a tool box at least half-full of ...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 08-19-2011, 05:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,040
Posted By jcasey
I posted the original description of Timbrens for...

I posted the original description of Timbrens for sale. I also appreciate the listing and suggestions of three products and I have been amused by several posts

First, the three web links show...
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