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Today, 07:06 PMHoopy Frood replied to a thread Solar Panel Placement Myths: Debunking "Best Practices" in Solar Systems and Generators"Making more power." was a clickable link when he first posted, and went to a website for a solar company that had the same logo as his avatar.6 replies | 260 view(s) -
Today, 07:03 PMkb0zke replied to a thread Solar Panel Placement Myths: Debunking "Best Practices" in Solar Systems and GeneratorsI don't see any links in the original post. For now, I'm going to treat it as a legitimate question. I suspect that others might be wondering about...6 replies | 260 view(s)
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Today, 07:03 PMThree so far I've been informed.30 replies | 5619 view(s)
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Today, 06:51 PMWe are actually a bit low on the street side. I finally gave in and we pulled the kitchen slide in, at least for a couple of hours.2 replies | 155 view(s)
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Today, 04:20 PMYes, but they have a waiting list. You can contact them on Facebook: 1st Annual Arkansas Grand Design Owners Rally.30 replies | 5619 view(s)
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Today, 04:18 PMHoopy Frood replied to a thread Moving On To A Brinkley, But Very Grateful For My Time As A GD Owner in General DiscussionNot my cup o'tea, but you're the only one it has to please. :)19 replies | 3886 view(s)
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Today, 01:45 PMSince you are out of warranty (unless you have an extended one), the costs of repairs are on you. If you are somewhat handy, maybe you and your wife...1 replies | 78 view(s)
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Today, 12:20 PMWe're getting some breezes today, 35 gusting to 50 mph. Those breezes are coming straight at the street side of the trailer, so two slides get the...2 replies | 155 view(s)
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Yesterday, 09:10 PMHoopy Frood replied to a thread Solar Panel Placement Myths: Debunking "Best Practices" in Solar Systems and GeneratorsHmm, kind of looks like spam?6 replies | 260 view(s)
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Yesterday, 07:12 PMHoopy Frood replied to a thread Semi-permanently attach Hughes Watchdog to power cord. in Electrical System and WiringOkay, an update on my ongoing saga of adding my WatchDog semi-permanently. I got it done and am very satisfied with it. Much more secure than the...30 replies | 1640 view(s)
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Yesterday, 06:33 PMAnyone who doesn't carry several spare keys is guilty of not thinking ahead. I ordered 6 extra keys for the trailer, and an extra key fob for the...19 replies | 481 view(s)
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Yesterday, 05:58 PMkb0zke replied to a thread Full Timing Life Maintenance, Repair, Upgrades in Full Timing your Grand Design RVEvery item crossed off the list is replaced by three that are added.1 replies | 108 view(s)
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Yesterday, 05:55 PMkb0zke replied to a thread I will have somewhat complicated questions... in Electrical System and WiringWelcome, John. Sounds like you are going to do quite a bit to customize your trailer. Have fun and don't get too frustrated when you find some of the...11 replies | 379 view(s)
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Yesterday, 05:31 PMWe each carry a full set of keys with us at all times. Our first vehicle with a "smart" key was our 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. I asked the dealer...19 replies | 481 view(s)
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Yesterday, 12:02 PMI hope that second picture is a "Before" shot. :)10 replies | 462 view(s)
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Yesterday, 10:06 AMJust a point of clarification: When you say "I was running 10,300lbs while connected to my truck.", are you referring to the actual trailer weight on...10 replies | 462 view(s)
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04-13-2024, 09:10 PMHoopy Frood replied to a thread Keys for storage areas are very generic. I probably have your key in General Tech TopicsHmm, not so sure I buy into that. Our keys are Bauer and there are lots of different key codes for Bauer keys. I'm not really concerned so I've never...20 replies | 1857 view(s)
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04-13-2024, 07:13 PMNot confused at all. "Hitch Height" is what the button is labeled. :) For me I do it the same way the OP does: raise the trailer until I see a bit of...25 replies | 632 view(s)
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04-13-2024, 04:54 PMVery possible, since I know nothing about how it is supposed to operate. :)25 replies | 632 view(s)
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04-13-2024, 02:10 PMIt does appear to be an individual quirk. :) But I do agree that the nose always drops a bit, even when mine is nose low, it will still drop a bit....25 replies | 632 view(s)
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04-13-2024, 12:32 PMHoopy Frood replied to a thread Exceeding Truck GVWR....One After Another. Am I Too Mindful? in Tow VehiclesUsually you don't need it until you need it, and then if you don't have it, it's a bit late. :) As the old saying goes: "Better to have it and not...68 replies | 6030 view(s)
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04-13-2024, 11:45 AMI use Hitch Height simply to get the trailer close to where it was and get all the back/middle legs up. Then back up close and see how much more I...25 replies | 632 view(s)
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04-12-2024, 08:29 PMThe thumbnails are sideways, but the full size are correct. At least for me they were.7 replies | 206 view(s)
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04-12-2024, 05:32 PMJust curious, but do those slightly angle back towards the rear? Kind of looks that way.7 replies | 206 view(s)
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04-12-2024, 05:08 PMWonder what that MB L 4500 R costs. Pretty sure it isn't street-legal, though, but put a bunch of solar panels and batteries on it and it ought to be...13 replies | 1198 view(s)
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04-12-2024, 04:31 PMOn my previous trailer, when I checked to see why I had a light that wouldn't function, I found that there were no wires run to it. Best thing to do...7 replies | 206 view(s)
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04-12-2024, 04:22 PMI used to have some photo's but can't find them on this new computer build. I used pins through about a 6 inch wide piece of aluminum flat plate and...8 replies | 226 view(s)
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04-12-2024, 01:07 PMI agree, IMO every three years is just wasting resources, most of the time. Maybe I'd make an exception in the case of "E" rated Westlake tires. :)8 replies | 325 view(s)
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04-12-2024, 07:58 AMDid they explain why it was in the shape it was? At the least I would expect them to do that, and replace it if it was, in fact, used.61 replies | 7253 view(s)
About Hoopy Frood
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About Hoopy Frood
- Location:
- Platte City, MO
- Product Line:
- Momentum
- Model Year:
- 2019
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Howard and Peggy
2019 Momentum 351M, and 2018 RAM Cummins dually 6-speed.
His: 1999 Honda Interceptor
Hers: 2013 Spyder ST-S
2019 Momentum 351M, and 2018 RAM Cummins dually 6-speed.
His: 1999 Honda Interceptor
Hers: 2013 Spyder ST-S
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03-23-2024
- 10:03 AM - WhittleBurner clicked Likes for this post: Reflection 324mbs by Hoopy FroodWhile a couple of the...
03-22-2024
- 09:32 AM - lorend clicked Likes for this post: TPMS question by Hoopy Frood"The tire manufactures...
- 04:35 AM - Scott'n'Wendy clicked Thanks for this post: Re-pack bearings necessary? by Hoopy FroodThe only 'vent' I'm...
03-21-2024
- 04:33 PM - lorend clicked Likes for this post: frame flex problems by Hoopy FroodYeah, big pass after...
03-18-2024
- 07:07 PM - traveldawg clicked Thanks for this post: Anyone Else Getting Tired of all the Posts being "Moved'?? by Hoopy FroodI have not found the...
- 11:58 AM - Second Chance clicked Likes for this post: Anyone Else Getting Tired of all the Posts being "Moved'?? by Hoopy FroodHE....would probably...
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03-17-2024
- 11:03 PM - rottekatz clicked Likes for this post: Show me your water flow meter setup! by Hoopy FroodI attach my pressure...
07-07-2023
- 02:00 PM - Second Chance mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Roof material peeling off... rest is history. Hoopy Frood gives good advice on...
06-28-2023
- 08:19 AM - Ynot4me2 mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Repack wheel bearingsTo add to what Hoopy Frood said, you can also d...
06-15-2023
- 12:51 PM - rocketjam mentioned Hoopy Frood in post replacement leaf springs questionHoopy Frood, Lippert sent me the...
06-12-2023
- 06:10 PM - Casa_Woody mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Keeping slides out...nded. I agree with Hoopy Frood. Unless you are ten...
06-09-2023
- 10:15 AM - Second Chance mentioned Hoopy Frood in post black tank gate does not always openI'm with Hoopy Frood - if the cable is mo...
06-03-2023
- 06:51 AM - ajg617 mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Rear Leveling Jacks pulling 119 Amps - 80 Amp CB does not reset...tt'n'Wendy, xrated, Hoopy Frood - Quick update and t...
05-22-2023
- 12:59 PM - Hoopy Frood mentioned jkwilson in post Bearing failure...ire off the ground? jkwilson's suggestion was a g...
05-20-2023
- 11:23 AM - CoChris mentioned Hoopy Frood in post tug test with front hydraulic jacks not retracting simultaneously - 378MBS...his normal? Thanks Hoopy Frood and Gronk1 nailed it...
05-04-2023
- 08:05 PM - Second Chance mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Hydraulic issueAs Hoopy Frood said, how many batte...
05-01-2023
- 05:07 AM - MoonShadow_1911 mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Re: Awning parts...o the website that Hoopy Frood pointed you to and t...
04-12-2023
- 04:31 PM - jjbbrewer mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Leaf Springs Upgrade Question...other data you and Hoopy Frood are posting, it soun...
04-09-2023
- 11:43 AM - Soundsailor mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Newbie questions...me good advice from Hoopy Frood. If you do decide to...
04-05-2023
- 07:16 AM - Steven@147 mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Replacing Westlakes - Where is the best place to go to have them mounted, etc?...ancing plates as Hoopy Frood does.
03-13-2023
- 04:46 PM - NB Canada mentioned Hoopy Frood in post For Hoopy Frood...or tag them with @ Hoopy Frood
- 12:31 PM - Soundsailor mentioned Hoopy Frood in post No hot water after 6 minute shower.../faucet. Good call Hoopy Frood, mixing at the outsi...
03-01-2023
- 11:48 AM - Steven@147 mentioned Hoopy Frood in post My Solitude Suspension Rebuild...ay be pushing it. Hoopy Frood you're probably righ...
02-23-2023
- 03:36 PM - dryfly mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Check Valve Broke and cannot thread in!...n this thread where Hoopy Frood mentions that the ta...
02-19-2023
- 01:48 PM - MaddyBob mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Learning Experience! Sometimes I hate learning!...check out. Thanks, Hoopy Frood The problem was with...
02-04-2023
- 10:43 AM - Soundsailor mentioned Hoopy Frood in post TV playing through Furion DV7200...he better sound. As Hoopy Frood says, it shouldn't h...
01-07-2023
- 08:52 AM - Scott'n'Wendy mentioned Hoopy Frood in post MOVED BLACK TANK VACUUM BREAKER----also replaced bathroom faucet... mud? :) FT4NOW Hoopy Frood Ah..so if there w...
04-11-2024
- 05:48 PM - Hoopy Frood quoted JKellerJr in post is my GMC 3500HD diesel denali pkg SWR 4x4 enough to pull a 2016 GD Momentum 397TH?Looks like I missed a couple o...
- 04:45 PM - TimCichon quoted Hoopy Frood in post Title RecommendationsFWIW, the 235/85 has more carryi...
04-10-2024
- 02:55 PM - Soundsailor quoted Hoopy Frood in post 2016 momentum 397 TH WiFi ready?quoted abréviation removed..... ...
- 02:46 PM - Hoopy Frood quoted Jnscarr in post 2016 momentum 397 TH WiFi ready?Another removed post about t...
04-09-2024
- 04:52 PM - BobWestdorp quoted Hoopy Frood in post Bath fanOur Momentum is like that, very ...
- 01:20 PM - TimCichon quoted Hoopy Frood in post Sailun vs Carlisle tiresThis is JMO of course, but you c...
- 01:14 PM - Hoopy Frood quoted TimCichon in post Tire RecommendationsWe own a 2020 Grand Design 351...
- 11:50 AM - Hoopy Frood quoted Gronk1 in post RV warrantyFind a repair facility that...
04-07-2024
- 04:47 PM - Hoopy Frood quoted rtrainer in post Stupid 2 Piece Lug NutsHow do get them off if they a...
- 01:03 PM - Riverbug quoted Hoopy Frood in post Keys for storage areas are very generic. I probably have your keyYeah I never lock my trailer. No...
- 10:11 AM - Rsprainer quoted Hoopy Frood in post Keys for storage areas are very generic. I probably have your keyNo, we don't lock our house when...
- 08:43 AM - Hoopy Frood quoted Riverbug in post Keys for storage areas are very generic. I probably have your keyI hear that every so often fr...
- 08:31 AM - Steven@147 quoted Hoopy Frood in post Bedroom slide floor replacementMan, that really sucks. I replac...
- 05:39 AM - BlewgrsTrvls quoted Hoopy Frood in post Check those tires!I did type before I actually che...
04-06-2024
- 07:23 PM - Hoopy Frood quoted BlewgrsTrvls in post Check those tires!Thanks for the info! Will compare...
- 07:00 PM - BlewgrsTrvls quoted Hoopy Frood in post Check those tires!Just an FWIW, the Sailun, yep ma...
- 04:32 PM - Hoopy Frood quoted BlewgrsTrvls in post Check those tires!We have G-rated Westlakes with ab...
- 12:46 PM - Hoopy Frood quoted jim_de_hunter in post Recommendations for Plastic T-Style Door Holder Replacement?On our 21BHE, the awning is to the...
- 11:56 AM - jim_de_hunter quoted Hoopy Frood in post Recommendations for Plastic T-Style Door Holder Replacement?IMO if you use the proper magnet...
- 11:49 AM - Hoopy Frood quoted AZWanderlust in post Recommendations for Plastic T-Style Door Holder Replacement?We recently purchased a 2023 Imag...
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