Motorhome 2018

[Teacher Terry]

When we went to Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons the national parks charged 55 and 75 a night. Our gas on the West Coast is about 3.30 now.

 

[spncity]

Been on the road in the RV for the past couple of weeks. The past few days we've been in a beautiful National Park campsite for the princely sum of $15 a night, which is the most per night we've paid on this trip. And fuel is $2.75/gal, a real bargain compared to what we paid a few years ago.

Would like to know more about this - where, can I reserve?, etc.

 

[REWahoo]

Would like to know more about this - where, can I reserve?, etc.

Gulpha Gorge Campground, Hot Springs National Park. No reservations, first come, first served. Full hookup sites are $30/night, $15/night with Senior Pass.

 

[RetireAge50]

We are currently on a 32 day RV trip. Here is our route:

 

[txtig]

We are staying in a beautiful RV Park on Lake Tahoe, right on the water. Will head east tomorrow on Hwy 50 (the “Loneliest Highway in America”) through Nevada towards Moab. Plan to stay there four or five nights before heading to Durango. Spent the last couple of weeks in the Napa wine country and camping in northern CA right on the Pacific Ocean. It’s been a lovey trip so far.

 

[txtig]

Here’s a pic of Emerald Bay on Lake Tahoe.

 

[Jeff76Canada]

Stunning beautiful...[emoji54]

 

[spncity]

We are staying in a beautiful RV Park on Lake Tahoe, right on the water. Will head east tomorrow on Hwy 50 (the “Loneliest Highway in America”) through Nevada towards Moab. Plan to stay there four or five nights before heading to Durango. Spent the last couple of weeks in the Napa wine country and camping in northern CA right on the Pacific Ocean. It’s been a lovey trip so far.

Pls reveal the names of these RV parks when you care to do so. Thx!

 

[txtig]

Pls reveal the names of these RV parks when you care to do so. Thx!

In Lake Tahoe, we stayed at The Campground by the Lake, a city-owned park in the town of South Lake Tahoe, CA. The oceanside park was Westport Beach RV Park in Westport CA, about 25 miles north of Mendocino. Both were very nice RV parks. Westport Beach is kind of a tough drive if you’ve got a big rig. Roads to get there are very curvy with steep grades. But, worth it once you’re there.

 

[spncity]

Thus kind of info is very helpful.

 

[FlaGator]

We are currently on a 32 day RV trip. Here is our route:
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Your stop "H" is in my 'hood - where are you staying, and when will you be there? PM me if interested in activity and dining recommendations.

 

[MBAustin]

Had a frightening experience driving our 26' class C on Saturday. I was going about 70mph and heard/felt a loud THUNK coming from the rear of the coach. Immediately slowed down and pulled to the shoulder with the flashers on as I was pretty sure it was a blown tire. Fortunately, the coach handled just fine getting off the road. Got out to take a look and sure enough the passenger side rear inner tire was shredded.

Called AAA and ordered a tow. Fortunately, we were only about 15 miles past a decent sized town so one was on the way soon. Called Discount Tire (I knew there was one in the town) and they had the Michelin tire available in the correct size. It was a little after 3pm so I figured we would make it there by 5pm closing time easily. Well, the tow truck driver had significant problems getting the coach up on the bed due to low clearance, but after trying a couple of different approaches and calling his boss for advice, he made it work, but it was 4:45pm. I called Discount Tire again and they said no worries, we'll wait for you. And they did! By 5:45pm we were back on the road.

Don't know why it blew - the tires are less than 4 years old (in fact, they were still under warranty at Discount Tire where I got them so it only cost $35 to replace it). I had checked the pressures before we left home that morning, so my guess is that I picked up a nail or something and the pressure decrease caused the blowout. I think I'll look into a TPMS more seriously now.

 

[kgtest]

We are currently on a 32 day RV trip. Here is our route:
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You are completely missing all the beauty of MN. See how the green gets thick to the east of your planned route alongside MN...that is where all the good stuff happens.



You are in the yellow flat open road ...great for getting form A-B.



I suggest a stop at least along one of the MN rivers.

 

[kgtest]

Gulpha Gorge Campground, Hot Springs National Park. No reservations, first come, first served. Full hookup sites are $30/night, $15/night with Senior Pass.

Any tips for these No Reservation places? Is it come super early in the morning and wait for someone to leave...
Or buddy up with someone that is about to leave and claim the spot before its vacated?

Or just prepare to dry camp?

 

[REWahoo]

Had a frightening experience driving our 26' class C on Saturday. I was going about 70mph and heard/felt a loud THUNK coming from the rear of the coach. Immediately slowed down and pulled to the shoulder with the flashers on as I was pretty sure it was a blown tire. Fortunately, the coach handled just fine getting off the road. Got out to take a look and sure enough the passenger side rear inner tire was shredded.

Called AAA and ordered a tow. Fortunately, we were only about 15 miles past a decent sized town so one was on the way soon. Called Discount Tire (I knew there was one in the town) and they had the Michelin tire available in the correct size. It was a little after 3pm so I figured we would make it there by 5pm closing time easily. Well, the tow truck driver had significant problems getting the coach up on the bed due to low clearance, but after trying a couple of different approaches and calling his boss for advice, he made it work, but it was 4:45pm. I called Discount Tire again and they said no worries, we'll wait for you. And they did! By 5:45pm we were back on the road.

Don't know why it blew - the tires are less than 4 years old (in fact, they were still under warranty at Discount Tire where I got them so it only cost $35 to replace it). I had checked the pressures before we left home that morning, so my guess is that I picked up a nail or something and the pressure decrease caused the blowout. I think I'll look into a TPMS more seriously now.

Glad all worked out well. Blowouts are always exciting and roadside emergencies in an RV don't always get resolved as quickly and efficiently as yours was. You were very fortunate.

I agree on the TPMS. We RV'd for years without a system but now I wouldn't think of hitting the road without one.

 

[ransil]

Had a frightening experience driving our 26' class C on Saturday. I was going about 70mph and heard/felt a loud THUNK coming from the rear of the coach. Immediately slowed down and pulled to the shoulder with the flashers on as I was pretty sure it was a blown tire. Fortunately, the coach handled just fine getting off the road. Got out to take a look and sure enough the passenger side rear inner tire was shredded.

Called AAA and ordered a tow. Fortunately, we were only about 15 miles past a decent sized town so one was on the way soon. Called Discount Tire (I knew there was one in the town) and they had the Michelin tire available in the correct size. It was a little after 3pm so I figured we would make it there by 5pm closing time easily. Well, the tow truck driver had significant problems getting the coach up on the bed due to low clearance, but after trying a couple of different approaches and calling his boss for advice, he made it work, but it was 4:45pm. I called Discount Tire again and they said no worries, we'll wait for you. And they did! By 5:45pm we were back on the road.

Don't know why it blew - the tires are less than 4 years old (in fact, they were still under warranty at Discount Tire where I got them so it only cost $35 to replace it). I had checked the pressures before we left home that morning, so my guess is that I picked up a nail or something and the pressure decrease caused the blowout. I think I'll look into a TPMS more seriously now.

If you have valve extensions they always leak, TPMS has saved me a few times well worth the cost.

 

[MBAustin]

Any recommendations for specific TPMS units from those who have them? I'll also check over on IRV2.

 

[MichaelB]

Glad all worked out well. Blowouts are always exciting and roadside emergencies in an RV don't always get resolved as quickly and efficiently as yours was. You were very fortunate.

+1 , although I'd probably use another word in place of "exciting".

 

[ransil]

Any recommendations for specific TPMS units from those who have them? I'll also check over on IRV2.

I Have TST 507 , have had for about 6 years maybe longer, had one bad sensor early on replaced under warranty, just ordered new batteries to replace before the first trip, usually change them every 2 years

 

[UtahSkier]

Any recommendations for specific TPMS units from those who have them? I'll also check over on IRV2.

I have the TST 507 system as well. I have 12 sensors and a repeater to monitor the Jeep's tires as well.

 

[UtahSkier]

View out my window

Spent 9 nights in Sun Valley where I rafted the Middle Fork of the Salmon River (4 day trip).

I am now camped along the main Salmon river. An RV park so remote, there is a bald eagle nest just across the river. We can see an eaglet and 2 adults.

 

[folivier]

Is that at Wagonhammer? We stayed there a few years ago for a couple weeks. Nice location but yes somewhat remote.
The Shoup Store is a neat little place, check out their hydropower generator if you get a chance.

 

[MBAustin]

On the TST507, it looks like there are two models, one with flow-through sensors and one without. It would seem that the flow-through would be more convenient, but are there reasons to prefer the non-flow-through? Also are there real benefits to spending the extra $$ for the color display vs the grayscale?

 

[UtahSkier]

Is that at Wagonhammer? We stayed there a few years ago for a couple weeks. Nice location but yes somewhat remote.
The Shoup Store is a neat little place, check out their hydropower generator if you get a chance.

You guys are good! I post a picture...keeping my location a secret and someone knows the RV Park. Yes, this is Wagonhammer.

 

[UtahSkier]

On the TST507, it looks like there are two models, one with flow-through sensors and one without. It would seem that the flow-through would be more convenient, but are there reasons to prefer the non-flow-through? Also are there real benefits to spending the extra $$ for the color display vs the grayscale?

I purchased 6 of each and yes, the flow through are more convenient. When I purchased, there were reports that the flow though could leak or fail. I have not had any issues.

Only issue I have is the TST seems to under report pressure by 10% or so. Not a big deal. The temp report seems good. On cold mornings, I will turn on my tst monitor and get an idea how cold it is.

Grey scale works fine.