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[Bubblegoose1]

Completed a couple more projects today, before another quick trip this weekend.

Installed some interior side wall phone and small items storage and flip-down cupholders. Toned down the exterior side lights with some red lens film.

 

[DudeLePowSki]

Anyone ever try one of these water flow meters to manage their water usage? I think I might install one.

H2F-BT12 Bluetooth Water Tank Gauge | Topargee

Specifications for Bluetooth Colour Black/Black Power AA Batt/12Volt Mounting Bracket Screen No Screen Sender Lead 1.4 Meters Ext Lead Option Yes All applications...

www.topargee.com.au

 

[DudeLePowSki]

Completed a couple more projects today, before another quick trip this weekend.

Installed some interior side wall phone and small items storage and flip-down cupholders. Toned down the exterior side lights with some red lens film.

Nice. Where did you source those pockets?

 

[Bubblegoose1]

Nice. Where did you source those pockets?

There are many versions and combinations to choose from. Amazon find - Elastic Netting for Storage, Universal Car Mesh

 

[mep1811]

Anyone ever try one of these water flow meters to manage their water usage? I think I might install one.

H2F-BT12 Bluetooth Water Tank Gauge | Topargee

Specifications for Bluetooth Colour Black/Black Power AA Batt/12Volt Mounting Bracket Screen No Screen Sender Lead 1.4 Meters Ext Lead Option Yes All applications...

www.topargee.com.au

With such a large water tank, I have not been worried about this. I always top off whenever I can like at a RV park.

 

[DudeLePowSki]

With such a large water tank, I have not been worried about this. I always top off whenever I can like at a RV park.

Small kids aren't good at water conservation.

 

[mep1811]

Missing from the interior lights was a red light option to be able to grab something from inside without attracting bugs.

 

[DudeLePowSki]

The fold down bunk cots were a bit small and noisy, so I replaced them with 3/8 Baltic birch. My son has more sleeping area than his parents now!

I had to cut the cots to get them off the hanger and retain the support pole sheath, so I hope they work out.

 

[Bubblegoose1]

Did a 2nd local shake-down weekend to La Conner. Getting very close to setup complete. Rain and wind for 1.5 days of the weekend; good test of comfort and handling of the rain. Found one small leak at the passenger side bulkhead seam, above where pillow would be.

 

[DudeLePowSki]

^^^ I have a leak somewhere in that area too, but I can't find it. The leak was discovered after the trailer sat through some rain, unused for a few days. The pillow was damp. Ay idea where your leak originates?

 

[Bubblegoose1]

^^^ I have a leak somewhere in that area too, but I can't find it. The leak was discovered after the trailer sat through some rain, unused for a few days. The pillow was damp. Ay idea where your leak originates?

I messaged Mark about it. He stated to check and reseal where the front corners meet, as well as across the front seam where the pop-up meets the roof. Should do it. I have DAP Black sealant ordered.

 

[Bubblegoose1]

"Right where all three mouldings join"

 

[WU7X]

My brother from Minnesota will be joining me in a couple of days. We will be doing the Oregon Backcountry Discovery Route with several other ROFs and their rigs. This will be the first extended time out this year for the Beastie. Nanc and I are looking at several short outings during July and August. In September, another group of ROFs will be hitting the Heart of the West loop. We had planned it for last September, but Covid. I'll get some pics up of the trips as soon as possible.

I recently discovered that one of my 6 volt batteries has expired. The other appears to still be in fine shape. This is a bit annoying as the batteries are only slightly over two years old. Any suggestions on replacing both at the same time, or just the dead one?

Dale

 

[Bubblegoose1]

Always replace duals at the same time, as an older battery can draw down and/or damage a new battery.

 

[DudeLePowSki]

Has anyone installed beefier gas struts for the pop up roof? I feel like I'm going to blow a gasket when lifting my roof and my wife can't even do it by herself.