parrothead7368 aka Norm

http://www.goodsamclub.com/faq.aspx?faqcat=10&category=Pilot-Flying-J-Plus-Card
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Norm
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I love that ride, oh well another one we'll miss.
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Norm
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I've been having this same conversation on Facebook with a group. They are all wanting to get new tires because the ones they have on their trailer are made in China and they hear more complaints about Chinese made tires than any other. You know why?? Because almost all trailer tires are made in China. The only one I know that aren't are Maxxis and they are made in Taiwan. I have had many different trailer tires, Loadstars, Carriers, Towmax, Goodyear and now I have Grand Ride Power Touring. All made in China, and haven't had a problem with any of them. I use the proper inflation, I cover them when not in use, proper MPH and I don't overload them, they have all been fine.
I would never put a $30 tire on my trailer, but if my manufacturer thinks they are ok for my trailer, than I would try them again.
Do manufacturers have bad tires, sure they do, ALL manufacturers have bad tires but you only hear about the bad ones, never the good ones. I bet for every complaint there are a 100 happy people you don't hear a peep out of.
 
I am going to guess that the MPH is 65 on yours and proper inflation is 65# cold. That is the norm for that size, load range etc.
 
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Norm

I saw this the other day, but it doesn't sit right with me. If she put sunscreen on the child's back why is that the only spot burned? Also there are a couple of straight edges on that burn which seems strange too. Just doesn't make sense. I think I need to see more cases to be totally convinced.
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Norm
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Norm, you need to reconsider the term from a branding standpoint. I suggest "Complete NormsenseTM"

Take all you can give nothing back. Captain Baldosa.

I agree with Dave. I bet salami and cheese were on the menu. Although if she was waving that stuff around I'm sure you would have accepted. Or maybe she assumed you had already had your horse grill you up some hot dogs.

Maybe they watched Blazing Saddles one too many times.
 
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Norm

Maybe they watched Blazing Saddles one too many times.
 
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Norm

Did you try the cinnamon rolls at that quaint little coffee shop?  

I don't camp in Jersey, but do a lot of camping in PA, so my favorite there is Promised Land State Park, Pickeral Point Campground.
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Norm
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Has anyone else seen this?
http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/breaking-news/os-disney-resort-golf-cart-crash-lake-20150519-story.html
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Norm
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Sit in the front row on one side then run to the back row on the other side.

To say I find your post rude, inflammatory, and harshly accusatory would be an understatement. You have crossed the line with your accusations and rudeness. It is absurd for you to comment on finding a reservation at a given time because something happened to open up while you were on line and I was not. Absurd and in the future you might consider being a little less condescending to people looking for help or information from seasoned veterans. I don't appreciate your words and implications.But that's okay I have no interest in belonging to a group that bullies other members.Following up with the admin who pmed me about how to deactivate thanks to your rude accusations about a situation you were ignorant of but chose to behave in this manner. I have no further response to any of your future spewings.

Nacole -
 
(Firstly, apologies for making the gross assumption that your husband is driving and you're navigating. If it's the other way around- you go girl. :) )
 
I took the image that you posted above from the CAT Scale website and have modified it to show 2 axles and the different positions for the various weighings that you want to do.
 
First, to calculate tongue weight and camper weight, you need to do 3 total weightings. It's very important to do all 3 at one time and with no changes in passengers or gear (don't let someone run in to pee or have hubby do the second or third weighing while you're in paying). It's paramount that everything stays the same- otherwise, you'll see surprises in your numbers that don't add up.
 
The first weighing will cost you $10-$15 and subsequent weightings will cost you $2-3 each. In each case, get weighed and pull off of the scale. My wife would run in and pay for each weighing after we did one. I'm not sure if you can do multiple without going inside each time.
 
Weighing tip: take a broom handle or painter's pole or something. I'm 5' 11" and have long monkey arms - standing on the running boards of my truck is each to reach the button to call the weigh master. Standing on the ground, it's a stretch. A pole of some sort would let you push the call button if you're height challenge or don't have freakishly long arms. OR- I've read that people go inside and get the telephone number of the weigh master's desk and call from your cell phone when you are ready for the weight to be captured.
 
 
#1 - Truck and Camper together with your WDH like it normally is in travel-mode

 
- In this case, you want your truck to be split between scales 1 and 2 and both of your camper's axles on scale 3. You cannot tell tongue + camper weights by this weighing alone. You have to do more to figure this out. I'll explain what you can find from this below.
 
 
#4 - Truck and Camper - Splitting Camper's Axles on Scales (optional!)
No, I'm not actually this terrible at math and yes this says #4 between #1 and #2. :) This step is optional but good to do now because you're WDH is still engaged and your camper is still connected to the truck - both of which we'll undo in the next weightings.
 
You have 3 options here. Note, the graphics are misleading: scale #1 is significantly shorter than scales #2 and #3, so you'll have to play around and see how you can split the scales with your axles. Your goal is to have your camper's axles split between 2 scales and have nothing else on them.
 
Here's 3 configurations that may work. I did the first, but I hear your length concerns and you may need to do the second or even third:
 
#4a - Split the Camper Axles between Scales #2 and #3

 
You'll want to be outside the vehicle while he drives forward. From the driver's seat, you can't see well enough to see what is where for this weighing. My wife stood off to the side to get me lined up. She then got into the passenger seat where she normally is (remember, everything the same for every weighing).
 
#4b - Split the Camper Axles between Scales #1 and #2

 
As I said, these graphics are misleading as they imply that scale #1 is the same size as #2 and #3. That's just not the case. See if this works if #4a doesn't work for you.
 
#4c - Put the camper axles on scale #1 and weigh twice
 
First time, put both axles on scale #1:

 
Second time, pull a little forward and put just the 2nd axle on scale #1:

 
Then, to figure out the weight of each axle is just:
- Second axle is the weight shown on the 2nd weigh slip
- First axle is the weight of both axles (1st weigh slip) minus the 2nd weigh slip
 
 
#2 - Truck and Camper together but with the WDH bars/chains not connected
Basically, this is just the camper on the ball and nothing else. You typically don't travel like this, but you need it for weight calculations later. Just throw the WDH bars into the truck bed.
 

 
- Again, you're going to split the truck between scales 1 and 2 and both camper axles are on scale 3. You still can't tell any actual numbers from this, but we'll get there.
 
 
#3 - Truck only
This is the most nerve wracking as you need to park the camper in a truck spot or off to the side somewhere. I find this stressful because I'm still terrible at parking. (But truthfully- I've never had a bad interaction with a trucker- I think I just stress myself out more than they're bothered.) Some places I have to back into a truck spot and others I was able to pull off to a curb. Make sure you properly chock wheels before you unhitch!
 

 
- In this, you're still splitting the truck between scales 1 and 2.
 
 
Now You've Been Weighed - Reading the Tea Leaves (err.. numbers)
 
Each weighing will give you a "weigh slip" that looks something like this:

 
The Steer Axle is scale #1 in all of the above graphics; the Drive Axles is scale #2, and; the Trailer Axle is scale #3.
 
Basically, you're going to want to plug all of those numbers into this site:
Towing Planner - Actual Travel Trailer Weights
 
It'll break things down for you such as:
Gross combined weight = adding steer, drive, and trailer axle weights togetherYou want to compare this against your tow vehicle's "gross combined weight rating" (GCWR) Truck weight = steer + drive weights added together with the WDH engaged (e.g. weighing #1)You want to compare this against your tow vehicle's "gross vehicle weight rating" (GVWR) Truck weight without the WDH engaged = steer + drive weights added together without the WDH (e.g. weighing #2)This is used for information below. Truck only weight = steer + drive weights added together with the truck only (e.g. weighing #3)This is used for information below. This is also good to know how much actual payload you have before you add the travel trailer. You'd be surprised what this number really is when you're loaded for bear. Tongue weight = truck weight without WDH - truck only weightThis tells you the actual weight of the tongue Camper weight = tongue weight + camper axle weight without WDH (e.g. weighing #2)You want to make sure that this doesn't exceed your camper's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) Tongue weight percentage = tongue weight / camper weightTypically you want this to be between 10% and 15% to minimize sway From a WDH perspective, you want to see that the steer axle weights don't change much between weighing #1 and #2. Refer to your WDH or tow vehicle's owners manual to find out their instructions for what you want to see here. I have read that you want varying amounts of weight transferred back to the front axle. I have never actually pulled a travel trailer with a WDH, so I don't have my own opinion.  
 
And finally, the split axle weights. Your goal is to see that the axles are carrying similar load. This isn't required and is more of a "nice to have" weighing. If one or the other is significantly carrying more than the other- it could be indicative of an out of level towing experience or improper loading of the camper.
 
If you ever end up somewhere that one of the RV Safety sites is doing individual wheel weights. Pay the $60-70 for the report. I've heard nothing but good from them.

That's ridiculolous, what manager doesn't know what is and isn't working at their facility. I'm sure its been said before, but the Fort seems more like a training facility for management. Personally, I would have been on a golf cart myself with your luggage and cards the minute I hung up the phone. Customer service is priority and especially when the management was totally incorrect from the beginning.
 
Best Regards,
Norm

At least from a galaxy far far away.
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Norm
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Just sent you a PM with my fax number, at least you can see if it goes through and make sure its not on your end. I can also fax it down for you, if it does get through to me.
 
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Norm

That's ridiculolous, what manager doesn't know what is and isn't working at their facility. I'm sure its been said before, but the Fort seems more like a training facility for management. Personally, I would have been on a golf cart myself with your luggage and cards the minute I hung up the phone. Customer service is priority and especially when the management was totally incorrect from the beginning.
 
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Norm

Poke holes in the box.
 
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Norm

I remember the 25th anniversary that for some reason I didn't go to work, so my daughter Claire and I went and we got limited edition ears.

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Norm
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We have official dates as well, it will be after the GG, but we'll be there 11/1-11/8 in a premium site.
 
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Norm

Tell that to this happy girl who wanted to be Anna.

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Norm
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The system is obviously outdated.  When I logged onto MDE last night this is what was displayed.
 

Selfie sticks are great if you put a Go Pro at the end and use it while roller skating.
 
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Norm