We had a front roll through yesterday and it rained in the afternoon. I spent time analyzing my refrigeration system which has an add-on safety unit called APR. The APR unit automatically shuts off the fridge if it overheats for some reason and has its own cooling fan. I thought there might be an issue with the fan. After spending time reading and studying manuals and running diagnostics I am satisfied it is working correctly. There are always things to do to keep the bus and its systems running smoothly.
I've been doing a lot of walking to improve my fitness and trying to do over 6k steps per day. So far this month I am on target. I enjoy seeing and talking to all the friendly people as I make my rounds. Today I had a nice chat with a lady named Ruth who has a menagerie of house plants and several cats.
I also enjoy walking around the RV loop and seeing all the trucks. Many of the RVs here are 5th wheel jobs that require a hefty pickup truck to provide a tow. Since I recently sold my 2001 Silverado I am now in the market for a good used truck. It's gotta be 4 wheel drive with no rust. I see trucks all around me that are potential buys but none are for sale. This is unfortunate as they all seem to be lavishly maintained by their owners. They all shine like they just came through the car wash!
Believe it or not if I buy a truck it will be only the third truck I have ever owned in my life. My first was a 1985 Dodge pickup that I purchased new in 1985. I kept it for 17 years!! My second truck was the 2001 Silverado which I just sold. I'd still have it as mechanically it was perfect. Unfortunately, it was badly rusted out and my mechanic, Dicky Krebs, condemned it. So now the search is on for a suitable replacement. Time is on my side! I can't possibly afford to buy a brand new one. Partly because the prices are insane, and partly because I don't think I will still be driving in 17 years. (I'm hoping to still be here!)
Home sweet home:
Trucks everywhere! All clean and shiny!
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