Recent content by Satex

Make sure your RV manufacturer doesn't recommend against a WDH. They're probably neutral, but the manufacturer of my RV recommends AGAINST WDHs for my specific model. In my case, it's a function of frame construction.

You got there faster than me, but we're in the same place. I also have a mortgage, and have kept it because the rate is 3.25%. I've decided to pay it off ... the math isn't quite as important as the satisfaction of owing NOTHING.

Not that you said it, but a WDH doesn't change the fact that the tongue weight is included in the payload. Also, so many are suggesting a WDH, and all else being equal it is usually a good idea. BUT that's a small camper and the frame may not allow it. The trailer manufacturer should provide...

Good advice. My camper manufacturer recommends against a WDH with my trailer. It's a lightweight trailer but with a relatively heavy hitch weight. The Ranger handles the 500 lb hitch weight just fine ... I use an adjustable height hitch to get the trailer level. The rear of the truck has some...

You need to get the trailer leveled. First make sure the tongue weight is right. Ideal is usually 10% - 15% of the loaded trailer weight. After that, you have different options. If you don't need a WDH, just get a hitch ball carrier that puts the ball higher. I'd guess that you need another 1...

I really like that color. I don't think it was available on the '24 models, or I would have selected it. Mine is a serviceable but boring white.

I haven't done a careful analysis, but that seems accurate for my use.

That's anything but stupid. Always check the simple stuff first. The hard part sometimes is looking for the obvious ... an oxymoron but still.

No fault insurance does apply to bodily injury and not just property damage. However, it doesn't keep you from suing the other party.

Everyone has a right to his day in court. I don't care how obvious you or anyone thinks a person's guilt is, the right to have a judge or jury determine that one is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt is sacrosanct. You can't say you respect the Bill of Rights and on the other hand say that in...

Read the 5th Amendment. You can't ask defendant to prove themselves innocent. I understand the spirit of your position, but few things embody American principles more than the presumption of innocence unless and until the prosecution proves its case.

We can't remove due process, and "lawyering" your way out is that due process. However, once the case is decided, I completely agree about the degree and certainty of the punishment.

I've ridden a motorcycle from Texas to Alaska. If you're planning to take the Dalton or the Dempster, then I think you're right on. If not, that trip is long but generally no different than any other highway trip in the US and Canada. One tip. Have an air compressor and a tire plug kit. A GOOD...

Dealer quoted $4300, and you're expecting $400? I assume $4300 was a typo.

Someone else can do the math, but 8 gallons is about 40% of the capacity. If the rest of the fuel is 10% alcohol, you're running about 35% to 40% alcohol. The truck wasn't designed for that, but I won't comment on the actual impact.