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Forum: Hi-Lo's wanted 12-22-2015, 07:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,736
Posted By motobuffy
Email sent

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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 09-28-2015, 07:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,127
Posted By motobuffy
Getting around 17.5 to 18 mpg pulling my 2208...

Getting around 17.5 to 18 mpg pulling my 2208 towlite with a 2007 6.7 cummins with the emissions crap removed. Absolutely no need for a WDH.
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 09-28-2015, 07:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,496
Posted By motobuffy
Being tall is the obvious issue, not one I have...

Being tall is the obvious issue, not one I have to deal with. Compared to other camper showers I have used, they are narrower and shorter, due principally to the full plastic enclosure. I'm 5' 9''...
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 09-22-2015, 07:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,496
Posted By motobuffy
Just a quick thought, HiLo showers are not for...

Just a quick thought, HiLo showers are not for large people. Other than that shortcoming, they are great.
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 09-09-2014, 04:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,190
Posted By motobuffy
I purchased a spare tire mounted rack to take our...

I purchased a spare tire mounted rack to take our bikes from Va to Austin, Tx. Many in trip checks were made to assure a secure mounting with no issues. Bikes and rack are somewhere between Monroe,...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 08-11-2014, 07:38 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,808
Posted By motobuffy
I have owned 2 7.3s, both predate my HiLo....

I have owned 2 7.3s, both predate my HiLo. However, I can say their fuel mileage was slightly less than my 6.7 de-smoged Cummins pulling similar loads. The 6.7 with a 2208t in tow yielded 17+ mpg @...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 08-03-2014, 06:29 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,051
Posted By motobuffy
Finally got the problem fixed. Had to take the...

Finally got the problem fixed. Had to take the HiLo to a local RV dealer, as I gave up trying to solve the problem myself. It took him about 10 minutes to fix the problem. Like I said, I'm no...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 07-23-2014, 06:15 AM
Replies: 327
Views: 57,074
Posted By motobuffy
I look at Walmart as a place to use when on the...

I look at Walmart as a place to use when on the road. Staying there solves many problems. You aren't required to drive on a schedule to get to a reserved campground spot, so you can stop when you are...
Forum: Off Topic Lounge 07-20-2014, 06:10 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 9,276
Posted By motobuffy
It has been a great few months for steam...

It has been a great few months for steam locomotives. In addition to a Big Boy, Norfolk and Western 611 was pulled from the Transportation Museum in Roanoke for a 2nd refurbishment and will be...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 06-22-2014, 07:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,408
Posted By motobuffy
Vannooch, Might your last name be Clampett? ...

Vannooch,
Might your last name be Clampett?
:D:D

Years ago, friends and I took a trip to Maine and beyond. We welded some uprights on a 6x8ish utility trailer to carry two canoes. There were...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 06-16-2014, 05:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,408
Posted By motobuffy
I purchased a 22 foot HiLo (3300lbs empty) this...

I purchased a 22 foot HiLo (3300lbs empty) this spring as a companion vehicle to my 32 foot toy hauler (7200lbs empty). Toyhauler is for motorcycles and lengthy stays at few(er) and closer locations....
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 05-06-2014, 11:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,450
Posted By motobuffy
Evaluate your tow vehicle. Can you use it for on...

Evaluate your tow vehicle. Can you use it for on road storage? Does it do a good job towing? What requirements must it meet for non towing applications? A pickup with a cover can hold far more stuff...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-11-2014, 01:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,051
Posted By motobuffy
Getting closer. Started with the terminal block...

Getting closer. Started with the terminal block on the right side and above the pump motor in the battery box. On the output side of the block are 3 wires, red (main switch), blue (fridge), and black...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-10-2014, 07:28 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,051
Posted By motobuffy
Byrdmeister, Where did we lose you; Camper...

Byrdmeister,
Where did we lose you; Camper electrical problems, Full moon/crappie, or Peaks?

As an FYI, I got out of Richmond a day early and will be able to devote more time to the Hi-Lo...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-09-2014, 02:02 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,051
Posted By motobuffy
Jim, I'm close. We are building our...

Jim,
I'm close. We are building our retirement home just north of Bedford and in the shadow of the Peaks. Thanks for the offer of the side by side comparison, but I do have a diagram to work...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-09-2014, 07:09 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,051
Posted By motobuffy
Glad to provide entertainment! The end of the...

Glad to provide entertainment! The end of the story may take awhile to come to fruition. I keep the Hi-Lo at our retirement spot about 2.5 hours away from the principle residence. Go there most every...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-08-2014, 06:58 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,051
Posted By motobuffy
Let me summarize: All 12v is live all the time,...

Let me summarize:
All 12v is live all the time, regardless of the main switch position. If I pull all the leads from the main switch, all 12v is still live. Switch is wired as per wiring diagram....
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-07-2014, 07:47 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,051
Posted By motobuffy
In the 2 master switch "off" positions, the 12v...

In the 2 master switch "off" positions, the 12v stuff works normally. When I get back to the camper next weekend, I'll pull the cover off the fuse box and look closely for any fridge crossover to...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-06-2014, 11:31 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,051
Posted By motobuffy
GRRRRRRR!!!!!! I completely disconnected all...

GRRRRRRR!!!!!! I completely disconnected all the leads to the master switch today and still had lights. As stated earlier, nothing in the camper that requires electricity beyond factory installed...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-05-2014, 08:13 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,051
Posted By motobuffy
I guess my next move is to run continuity across...

I guess my next move is to run continuity across the switch terminals to see exactly how it works. My assumption about how it works is certainly questionable at this point. I would like to get the...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-05-2014, 11:48 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,051
Posted By motobuffy
Looks like someone has been playing with the main...

Looks like someone has been playing with the main switch wiring.

switch is a 6 terminal switch, as I believe it should be.

top position (from back of switch) - white wire to middle position of...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-04-2014, 07:59 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,051
Posted By motobuffy
RichR, Thanks for the switch lesson. Will take...

RichR,
Thanks for the switch lesson. Will take a look tomorrow.

JackandJanet,
Got the radio as well. Will disconnect it to see if the battery continues to drop.
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-04-2014, 04:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,051
Posted By motobuffy
Sorry, I guess I wasn't clear. Main power switch...

Sorry, I guess I wasn't clear. Main power switch (3 position switch/ lift enabling switch/etc)

upper position - should be power to all except lift. Actual is the same.:D

middle position- should...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 04-04-2014, 10:52 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,051
Posted By motobuffy
What the..... (2008 22t)

New to the Hi-Lo community, but not to campers. February purchase; all components functional at delivery. Brought it home, stuck it in the barn, and waited for warmer weather to get familiar with it....
Forum: Hi-Lo's for sale 04-04-2014, 07:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,372
Posted By motobuffy
Scott, Road trip!!!!! :D

Scott,

Road trip!!!!!
:D
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