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Today, 01:03 PMNot to be too nitpicky, but what exactly doesn't work? Does it get power but won't cool? What is your battery situation? Type, and how many?3 replies | 22 view(s) -
Yesterday, 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.9 replies | 361 view(s)
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Yesterday, 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...9 replies | 361 view(s)
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Yesterday, 07:03 PMThree so far I've been informed.31 replies | 5703 view(s)
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Yesterday, 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.5 replies | 250 view(s)
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Yesterday, 04:20 PMYes, but they have a waiting list. You can contact them on Facebook: 1st Annual Arkansas Grand Design Owners Rally.31 replies | 5703 view(s)
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Yesterday, 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. :)28 replies | 4193 view(s)
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Yesterday, 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 | 91 view(s)
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Yesterday, 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...5 replies | 250 view(s)
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04-14-2024, 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?9 replies | 361 view(s)
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04-14-2024, 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 | 1644 view(s)
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04-14-2024, 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 | 514 view(s)
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04-14-2024, 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 | 115 view(s)
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04-14-2024, 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...12 replies | 451 view(s)
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04-14-2024, 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 | 514 view(s)
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04-14-2024, 12:02 PMI hope that second picture is a "Before" shot. :)10 replies | 519 view(s)
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04-14-2024, 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 | 519 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 | 1919 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 | 644 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 | 644 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 | 644 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...72 replies | 6238 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 | 644 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 | 209 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 | 209 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 | 1236 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 | 209 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 | 235 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 | 329 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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04-16-2024
- 07:39 AM - huntr70 clicked Likes for this post: Moving On To A Brinkley, But Very Grateful For My Time As A GD Owner by Hoopy FroodNot my cup o'tea, but...
- 04:23 AM - BoredWeasel clicked Likes for this post: Solar Panel Placement Myths: Debunking "Best Practices" by Hoopy FroodHmm, kind of looks like...
04-15-2024
- 11:59 AM - BillandLisa clicked Likes for this post: Exceeding Truck GVWR....One After Another. Am I Too Mindful? by Hoopy FroodHonestly, if you're...
04-14-2024
- 02:51 PM - jjbbrewer clicked Likes for this post: Broken leafspring. Another…. by Hoopy FroodI hope that second...
04-12-2024
- 05:00 PM - SGT ROC clicked Likes for this post: Exterior lights by Hoopy FroodOn my previous trailer,...
- 04:35 PM - Oldcow clicked Thanks for this post: Mounting systems for motorbikes in garage by Hoopy FroodI used to have some...
- 04:27 PM - Scott'n'Wendy clicked Likes for this post: Trailer tire mileage by Hoopy FroodI agree, IMO every three...
- 11:32 AM - Najataagihe clicked Likes for this post: Exceeding Truck GVWR....One After Another. Am I Too Mindful? by Hoopy FroodHonestly, if you're...
04-11-2024
- 06:24 PM - minnow101 clicked Likes for this post: Declined insurance quote by Hoopy FroodUh, why not? You...
04-10-2024
- 09:35 AM - Jims94vmx clicked Likes for this post: Tow Haul Mode- Overdrive by Hoopy FroodMy main concern with...
04-08-2024
- 04:50 PM - Cpb9294 clicked Likes for this post: RV warranty by Hoopy FroodI'm not a fan of...
- 04:07 PM - GrillSergeant clicked Likes for this post: RV warranty by Hoopy FroodI'm not a fan of...
- 09:32 AM - Najataagihe clicked Likes for this post: Check those tires! by Hoopy FroodWe have G-rated...
04-06-2024
- 04:50 PM - Oldcow clicked Likes for this post: TST TPMS 507 repeater location. by Hoopy FroodThe problem is,you can’t...
04-03-2024
- 06:02 PM - jkwilson clicked Likes for this post: Ideas for a Child Security Entry Door Latch? by Hoopy FroodWell, things are...
04-02-2024
- 12:41 PM - LMagelitz clicked Likes for this post: Acuva System by Hoopy FroodWell, you are asking the...
04-01-2024
- 08:20 AM - ajg617 clicked Thanks for this post: Recall for ‘24 Momentum and Solitude 7/8k axles by Hoopy FroodHow can you tell if...
03-31-2024
- 07:57 AM - Captcolour clicked Likes for this post: Exceeding Truck GVWR....One After Another. Am I Too Mindful? by Hoopy FroodHonestly, if you're...
03-30-2024
- 12:25 PM - roegs01 clicked Likes for this post: Exceeding Truck GVWR....One After Another. Am I Too Mindful? by Hoopy FroodHonestly, if you're...
03-25-2024
- 12:31 PM - minnow101 clicked Likes for this post: Anyone upgrade their springs from 7k to 8k by Hoopy FroodI got out the build...
04-16-2024
- 01:13 PM - Soundsailor mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Furrion 12v 20cuft Refrigerator...works great. But as Hoopy Frood said, what specifica...
04-13-2024
- 11:45 AM - Hoopy Frood mentioned xrated in post Re-hook -- High Hitch ???...an to disagree with xrated, but I'm not sure ab...
03-31-2024
- 01:24 PM - Second Chance mentioned Hoopy Frood in post 50 Amp extension cord...e numbers). Perhaps Hoopy Frood would PM you to get ...
02-11-2024
- 05:01 AM - Calbar mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Roof... on my gutters like Hoopy Frood and still leaked too...
12-08-2023
- 07:04 AM - Second Chance mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Lippert Step replacement...me on our Solitude. Hoopy Frood makes some valid poi...
11-22-2023
- 07:32 AM - Second Chance mentioned Hoopy Frood in post 2017 momentum 350m... I agree with what Hoopy Frood said. Rob
11-19-2023
- 09:11 AM - ajg617 mentioned Hoopy Frood in post When Wet Bolts Spin....What Then?...ch I think you and Hoopy Frood are on the same page...
11-10-2023
- 05:27 AM - xrated mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Well, it would appear that my bedroom A/C has bit the big one.Hoopy Frood I installed a seco...
11-02-2023
- 01:42 PM - Steven@147 mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Out With the Old, In With the NewHoopy Frood The model number i...
10-28-2023
- 05:34 AM - Steven@147 mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Used B&W Companion Rvk3300 hitch... used as well, like Hoopy Frood says just check the ...
10-01-2023
- 12:21 PM - Steven@147 mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Solitude S Class Discontinued? Something New Called Influence?...tee much. Hoopy Frood , agreed, if I was a...
09-04-2023
- 07:24 PM - Hoopy Frood mentioned DRedmond in post Momentum Brake wiring routing from pinbox into Generator bay...learn. Also thanks DRedmond for the suggestion a...
08-09-2023
- 03:23 PM - MoonShadow_1911 mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Range Extender For Furion Vision S Camera System?... camera system that Hoopy Frood mentioned in his pos...
- 08:42 AM - MN-Mark mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Fridge Vent Fan - With a Twist!...really hot days! Hoopy Frood Since these fans a...
- 07:28 AM - MN-Mark mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Fridge Vent Fan - With a Twist!...w rethinking this. Hoopy Frood Do you have any re...
08-08-2023
- 03:20 PM - Hoopy Frood mentioned Soundsailor in post Backup Camera useless...g it recommended by Soundsailor, and couldn't be hap...
08-07-2023
- 02:08 PM - Hoopy Frood mentioned Rabbit in post What kind of wiring connector is this?...D's. Thanks again Rabbit.
08-02-2023
- 08:34 AM - Hoopy Frood mentioned powerscol in post New style fan for refridgerator cooling....ck and noticed that powerscol was the one who had ...
07-23-2023
- 12:41 PM - Jazzman442 mentioned Hoopy Frood in post Question about Replacement Suspension Kit... buck, IMO anyway. Hoopy Frood I measured it and...
07-13-2023
- 12:56 PM - JKellerJr mentioned Hoopy Frood in post The next adventure begins...the trailer axels). Hoopy Frood is correct, you will...
04-16-2024
- 01:53 PM - Lloyd_TX quoted Hoopy Frood in post Furrion 12v 20cuft RefrigeratorNot to be too nitpicky, but what...
04-15-2024
- 07:06 PM - Hoopy Frood quoted kb0zke in post Solar Panel Placement Myths: Debunking "Best Practices"I don't see any links in th...
- 07:03 PM - Hoopy Frood quoted reubenray in post Possible Arkansas rallyThey sold out very quick, but ...
- 04:20 PM - Hoopy Frood quoted kenmason11 in post Possible Arkansas rallyAccording to Ticket bud this ev...
- 04:00 PM - Grandadcast quoted Hoopy Frood in post Re-pack bearings necessary?Did they explain why it was in t...
- 05:14 AM - Riverbug quoted Hoopy Frood in post Solar Panel Placement Myths: Debunking "Best Practices"Hmm, kind of looks like spam? A...
04-14-2024
- 12:10 PM - Sportzfann quoted Hoopy Frood in post Broken leafspring. Another….Just a point of clarification: W...
- 12:06 PM - Steven@147 quoted Hoopy Frood in post Broken leafspring. Another….I hope that second picture is a ...
- 02:27 AM - RV2600RB quoted Hoopy Frood in post Exceeding Truck GVWR....One After Another. Am I Too Mindful?Usually you don't need it until ...
04-13-2024
- 09:28 PM - RyanBGood quoted Hoopy Frood in post Keys for storage areas are very generic. I probably have your keyHmm, not so sure I buy into that...
- 08:05 PM - xrated quoted Hoopy Frood in post Re-hook -- High Hitch ???Not confused at all. "Hitch Heig...
- 05:46 PM - xrated quoted Hoopy Frood in post Re-hook -- High Hitch ???Very possible, since I know noth...
- 04:42 PM - xrated quoted Hoopy Frood in post Re-hook -- High Hitch ???It does appear to be an individu...
- 01:58 PM - xrated quoted Hoopy Frood in post Re-hook -- High Hitch ???I use Hitch Height simply to get...
- 12:32 PM - Hoopy Frood quoted RV2600RB in post Exceeding Truck GVWR....One After Another. Am I Too Mindful?Before we downsized to the tr...
- 11:49 AM - huntindog quoted Hoopy Frood in post Re-hook -- High Hitch ???I use Hitch Height simply to get...
04-12-2024
- 07:37 AM - Grandadcast quoted Hoopy Frood in post Re-pack bearings necessary?Have you contacted Etrailer with...
- 07:24 AM - Hoopy Frood quoted Grandadcast in post Re-pack bearings necessary?On 4/12 I received the actuating...
04-11-2024
- 08:26 PM - JKellerJr quoted Hoopy Frood in post is my GMC 3500HD diesel denali pkg SWR 4x4 enough to pull a 2016 GD Momentum 397TH?I don't feel that I read anythin...
- 07:17 PM - Hoopy Frood quoted JKellerJr in post is my GMC 3500HD diesel denali pkg SWR 4x4 enough to pull a 2016 GD Momentum 397TH?Your reading a whole lot into ...
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