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Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 02-07-2014, 10:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 11,277
Posted By hbillsmith
WeberQ convert Revised PDF, added more pics and parts

Revising the PDF with more part numbers and pictures.
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Forum: Ultra-Lite 02-03-2014, 11:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 22,550
Posted By hbillsmith
Added file with pictures and parts. 805

Added file with pictures and parts. 805
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 02-03-2014, 11:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 11,277
Posted By hbillsmith
Weber Q1200 convert to RV gas connect

This works for all the Weber Q's 100,120,200,220,1000,1200, etc. The problem is that these are sold as High Pressure propane appliances designed for using the throw away 1 pound propane bottles or...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 02-01-2014, 01:38 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 22,550
Posted By hbillsmith
Convert WeberQ 1000,1200,100 or 120 for RV...

Convert WeberQ 1000,1200,100 or 120 for RV connect and optionally still have throw away bottle option. Cost is $26.93, add $18 more to retain throw away use.

Parts from Calore Equipment...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 01-13-2014, 06:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 22,550
Posted By hbillsmith
Camco 57274 High Pressure to Low Pressure convert

I've run in to some others that had a slightly different issue. Basically, removing the regulator on the high pressure grill amounts to also removing the gas control knob as it is built into the...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 12-18-2013, 05:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 22,550
Posted By hbillsmith
Adapter hose: Kodiak Propane Port to Grill that uses disposable bottles

Finally found a connection hose that will go from the built-in propane port on the trailer to a grill that uses portable propane bottles. The Kodiak 242RESL came with a bumper mount grill that I...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 12-17-2013, 05:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,700
Posted By hbillsmith
Sinecure, my unit is in storage for the winter...

Sinecure, my unit is in storage for the winter and I probably won't be able to get the old vents until probably March. That said, they're not very good, even as directionals. I'd suggest you go the...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 12-17-2013, 04:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,700
Posted By hbillsmith
2013 242RESL Mfg. May 2012

The 2013 242RESL mfg. early in the year, had the directional A/C vents that couldn't be closed off. Also, even though they changed them later in the year, the ones I switched too had little nubs...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 12-16-2013, 10:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,700
Posted By hbillsmith
Fix AC 15K for closing Ceiling Vents

I have the 242RESL with the 15K AC and in Texas when the temps are about 100 deg., it can be difficult to cool down. It's not a Kodiak issue, since the laws changed and the type of Freon all vendors...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 12-16-2013, 10:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,614
Posted By hbillsmith
15K A/C Enhancement (sorta)

I have the 242RESL with the 15K AC and in Texas when the temps are about 100 deg., it can be difficult to cool down. It's not a Kodiak issue, since the laws changed and the type of Freon all vendors...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 12-16-2013, 09:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,763
Posted By hbillsmith
Web site updated now. New color schemes and...

Web site updated now. New color schemes and photos.
Forum: Ultra-Lite 12-16-2013, 09:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,196
Posted By hbillsmith
I'll add a little more. The 242RESL published...

I'll add a little more. The 242RESL published tongue weight is 505#, with the front storage bin loaded, my tongue weight hits between 700# to 800#. I use an Anderson hitch (which is great for this...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 11-21-2013, 08:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,196
Posted By hbillsmith
Towing 2013 242RESL with a MB GL450. Using...

Towing 2013 242RESL with a MB GL450. Using tongue weight scale, I try to stay at 600# (have been as high as 800#). Tows perfect, but I'm in Texas and the only foothills I travel to are Arkansas and...
Forum: Campgrounds, Waysides and Resorts 11-28-2012, 08:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,177
Posted By hbillsmith
You can drive from the North side of Yellowstone...

You can drive from the North side of Yellowstone on the Chief somebody parkway taking back roads to get to Rushmore. It's a very, very long drive and you'll have to camp overnight if you do like we...
Forum: Campgrounds, Waysides and Resorts 11-28-2012, 08:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,177
Posted By hbillsmith
I made some of that route a few years ago. ...

I made some of that route a few years ago. There's a nice route that goes from Grand Canyon to Lake Powell to Bryce Canyon to Zion Canyon then you hit the interstate down to Vegas. Bryce is the...
Forum: Photography and Video Forum 11-05-2012, 06:24 PM
Replies: 365
Views: 132,066
Posted By hbillsmith
Kodiak 242RESL with Mercedes GL450

https://s3i.dotphoto.com/i94169567-33AE-4461-94C8-3474D20F85D1.jpg

Based in Dallas Texas
Andersen WDH
Towing 5500#, 600# tongue weight
Forum: Travel Trailer 09-16-2012, 05:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,360
Posted By hbillsmith
Re: TV antenna/Cable connections?

If your satellite receiver has 2 coax connectors, one will be for input and this is the one that attaches to the cable coming from the dish. If you have a second coax then this is for output. On my...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 09-10-2012, 10:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,899
Posted By hbillsmith
Re: Cleaning Roof

Best price on telescoping ladders is Acetool.com. I bought the 10.5' model $139 with free shipping. Now I think the 8.5' would have been okay. They weigh about 22 pounds.
Forum: Travel Trailer 09-10-2012, 10:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,360
Posted By hbillsmith
Re: TV antenna/Cable connections?

Backfeed off the satellite receiver's coax connector. You'll have to view the same channel on all sets but this should work.
Forum: Ultra-Lite 09-10-2012, 10:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,881
Posted By hbillsmith
2012/2013 Kodiak/Aerolite A/C airflow too weak fix/help

Recent Texas 105 degree heat made it difficult for my 15K A/C to keep up (even after covering the sunlights and vents). We found that during the day it was best to block the rear bedroom and...
Forum: Electrical, Batteries, Charging and Electronics 08-23-2012, 05:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,572
Posted By hbillsmith
TV sound not coming thru the surround sound speakers

This was a problem I solved and thought it would be nice to share the solution. This may only apply if your Dutchmen came with an included TV (Haier) and builtin DVD/Radio/Surround Sound mini-deck....
Forum: Ultra-Lite 08-20-2012, 04:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,001
Posted By hbillsmith
Re: Kodiak 242RESL with Mercedes GL450

The Anderson works well and solved my major issue with finding the right travel trailer for us. Though the GL450 has a 7500 pound towing capacity and sufficent capacity for GVWR, the factory ORIS...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 08-18-2012, 07:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,001
Posted By hbillsmith
Kodiak 242RESL with Mercedes GL450

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Hitch is the Andersen 'No-Sway' weight distribution hitch.
Purchased new Aug.2012 at UnitedRV in Ft. Worth Texas.
Mods include...
Forum: New Member Introductions 06-19-2012, 04:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,376
Posted By hbillsmith
Re: 2012 Kodiak 300BHSL new delivery

Compares Platinum Edition vs. 2013 Standards & Options PLATINUM 2013 STD
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