caveat lector

First trip on G rated Carlises. No problem after the first 3000 miles.

We were there last week of March thru first week of April. Crowds were ridiculous, but it was still fun. Avatar rides are spectacular. I do agree that we will probably try to avoid spring break in the future, but a summer trip could be fun. The new 5th wheel has 2 air conditioners so staying cool is not a problem. I wish I was sitting in my chair on lot 1417 right now. Thinking about whether a GaG was in my future, or maybe jumping a boat to the magic kingdom for a casual walk and some treats, maybe take the pups for a walk to the dog park, figure out what movie is playing tonight, or hoping the resort boat to a nice formal meal.

Expensive.....yep

Crowded.......yep

Do it again in a minute......yep

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On 4/2/2018 at 10:29 AM, dblr....Rennie said:

Thanks Nacole, there is always that next camper you might buy, getting paid would be nice but I do get little rewards. I am on my 3rd FR product and no they have not been perfect but when you handle the issues in a positive way things do get taken care of. Hope to meet up with you sometime in our travels. My wife and I are running a rally in Pa for FR and glad to say we are sold out and the campground is working to add some sites for us, right now our count is up to 31 units.

Just got back from our first trip in the new compass point palomino 377mbc (FR). The 5th wheel was absolutely fantastic.  It is a great way to camp. You will love your new camper.

3 hours ago, h2odivers...Ray said:

 

Btw. I do own Disney stock. And I like when they make money.   But IMHO crap like this hurts the brand.   But not enough for the bean counters to discourage this type of crap. 

Me too.  I forget who said it, but it was great advice. invest in what you know to be a good product. That's why Disney has been a part of my portfolio for decades.  But it's getting tougher to respect their model.

I typically defend Disney's decisions as part of a "For profit" capitalism existence.  This one feels a bit over the line. One of the reasons I vacation with Disney (parks or cruises) is that I know I'm paying top dollar up front for a top notch inclusive experience. They are slowly moving to the airline model of nickel and diming.

That being said, I don't see changing my vacation habits.....For now.

Just upgraded to 50 amp service / 10 gal tank.  Looking forward to less cycle time being able to leverage electricity and no worry about AC and microwave blowing a breaker.

I know a guy that would carry extra black water hoses. He would hook them in line with city water to his rv. Then move the hoses around to get the most sun on them throughout the day. He insisted that it worked to improve the shower quotient at the end of each day. Solar heating I suppose.

I like the idea of putting some old school Disney classics in the PENDING box.  UK tie in is fine, but wouldn't the MK be a more thematic fit?

Holy cow! I've only watched the first one and am amazed at your mad post production skills. Thanks for sharing.

Coats on sail away day is crazy.

Your sons close inspection of broccoli......priceless 

Yikes. I've never had to replace a 50 amp cable.  After looking at the prices on that page, I hope I never do.

Nicely done Mr. TCD 

I bet all the neighborhood cats unionized and filed a complaint. Their contention was that the rocking chairs posed an enormous tail risk.

Nice "Fiend on the scene" reporting.

Congrats. Now with the work mostly done, the FUN begins

I think you should subscribe to a new mantra that good things come in 5s 

On 2/19/2018 at 5:03 PM, DaveInTN said:

But in my experience I spend more money at Disney if I've got a couple of beers in me.......

I have a bin full of souvenirs that supports this thesis too.

1 minute ago, Travisma said:

What about the one by Boardwalk?

Gotta be honest, never been there looking for diesel.

4 minutes ago, LONE-STAR said:

This creates a problem as they were the only fuel station selling diesel that I am aware of.

That could be a big inconvenience 

12 hours ago, BradyBzLyn...Mo said:

Thanks Doug and TCD!  Looks like some improvement. Let's hope it helps.  

Agreed. Great on the scene reporting folks. Thanks 

4 hours ago, PGHFiend said:

Make sure the hubs actually unlocked  since the last time you used them.  The Ford hubs are known  to stick and can lead to one side being locked so the spider gears in the front diff are forced to turn. Lock and unlock a few times and tap on them. Get down and try to spin the outer u joints, they should spin pretty easy. 

Thanks partner. Worth a shot 

The TPMS systems are fantastic and provide peace of mind.

I was lucky enough to attend one such event back in the 90's.  AT&T rented the park out. It was kind of surreal. They put us up at the grand Floridian and one night had buffet dinner on the streets in the back of mgm (At the time) studios.

I think it's either a front bearing or something in the 4 wheel drive linkage.  I'm getting a professional opinion on Tuesday. I'm hearing a groan coming from the front that is consistent with road speed.  I don't believe it s engine or transmission, so fingered crossed.

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9 hours ago, fladogfan aka Gretchen said:

No fun having truck troubles while on vacation, but isn't today beautiful?!

I'm having truck troubles at home, and it's no fun either. Hang in there.

On 2/5/2018 at 8:06 PM, mastergracey said:

Yes coil packs and new plugs. Something about carbon buildup too...

Maybe your engine needs to floss more. :) 

Maybe your truck was just shaking off the frost bite.