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    CA license plate

    Received my ham call sign CA lic. plate the other day. Directly below the call sign in small red letters is "dmv.ca.gov" Kinda looks like a gov't plate on a Jeep?
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    Early Teardrops etc.

    For some early teardrops, trailers and even an RTT, check this site www.bobsteardrop.com, look under links, then other design concepts.
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    Air quick disconnects

    I installed some air quick disconnects in my water lines on the trailer and noticed the water turning rusty color. My well water guy suggested I use brass ones, so I replaced them only to find they have steal bearings inside, more rust. Is there a fix for this or should I just eliminate them...
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    Front receiver hitches

    Front receiver hitches, how effective are they in tight spots? I need to push my trailer up the driveway and into the garage without using my back.
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    Tator Tots

    Tator tots make excellent hashbrowns, especially the onion flavored ones. Once they start cooking with a little oil and butter in a frying pan, just chop them up a little. There easy to pack, you can take as many as you want.
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    Cast Iron cookware

    An article featured on Yahoo right now about using cast iron cookware FYI
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    Oxygen Concentrator, 12 volt and portable battery

    Anyone have experience with these, along with approximate costs? Thanks Doug
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    Extension cords and generators

    Would like to pickup an small emergency generator which I will carry on my trailer. I need to at least power my home fridge which is about 18 CU FT. It's my understanding that it consumes about 800 watts. How many watts does a 12-2 or 10-2 extension cord consume per 25 FT ? Thanks Doug
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    ARB Fridge 37 quart model

    Looking at the purchase of this model for my miltary trailer. Anyone currently have any experience with this unit ? Doug
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    Chili dogs

    Often I take chili dogs as a camping meal, how about you? What do you use? Beef franks or cheap hot dogs Canned chili or homemade Cheese Buns How about some recipes?
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    Webbed lawn chairs

    Awhile back someone was looking for web lawn chairs and I can't remember which thread. I just bought a nice one at CVS today for $15 and a nice 1" thick pad for $13. I would take a photo only I'm out of storage space. They are still as comfy as they use to be. Doug
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    Camping tables

    I just spent a half hour typing something up then I deleted it by mistake. I purchaced a GSI Roll Top 32 about two camping trips ago and the plastic groumets keep falling out. Time for an exchange at the Sports Chalet which they have agreed to. They have a Kelty gold anodized, and a Coleman...
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    Leveling your trailer

    How do you level your trailer for a night of camping? jacks, leveling blocks or ? looking for ideas w6jds
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    last minute campout "little Blair Valley"

    Since I'm a newbie I'm not sure where ro post this? A few us will be camping at the end of "Little Blaire Valley" Sat the 16 in with our military trailers, come show off your rig. turnoff's will be marked with pink and green flagging. Bring fire wood and equipment to camp in soft sand. Extra...
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    RTT Tie downs

    Ahy alternate ideas other than the RTT manufacturer on tying down your RTT (ratchets, etc.)? w6jds
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    MB T ready to camp

    I ran the beginning of this thread last month and called it rebirth of a m100, and found that it was an MB T model so I thought I would finishup at least describing it right. After the fabricator got through the rust and details he began building brackets for the generator, gas can, propane...
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    Quilted long pant's

    After recentlly losing a bit of weight I am very subject to being cold in the evening. I purchased a new military jacket with liner which I like pretty well ( just like the one I was issued when I did my time). I still want to get out in my RTT and trailer but need to stay warm when not sitting...
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    Peach Cobler

    Antbody tried making Paula Dene's bisquick receipe for peach cobbler in a Dutch oven over the fire? I will be reducing it down to a one quart size. Doug, w6jds
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    Rebirth of an m100(I stand corrected an "MBT"), soon to be an expedition trailer

    Rebirth of an m100(I stand corrected an "MBT"), soon to be an expedition trailer A kitchen and roof tent with lid will soon follow.
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