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  1. We have a '84 Dolphin 300. Replaced the tires when we got it, but were sold the wrong tires for a motorhome. We drove around for awhile with passenger tires not rated for the weight of our mh...BIG huh oh. Had them replaced with Yokohama 185R14 Y356 and the difference is very noticeable with a much smoother ride and better handling. Be sure and have metal valve stems installed when you get the new tires. We don't have air bags on our mh so can't comment on that. We do enjoy our new tires and recommend the Yokohamas. Smooth riding! Charles & Dianne & The Boys
  2. Keith, The weep hole covers are located at the bottom of the side windows on the Dolphin. There are two covers per window and they should pop out using a screwdriver. They cover the holes at the bottom of each side window. Let us know and we will send the postage for them. Thanks! Charles & Dianne
  3. Great new look! Our Toys may be a bit slow, but in this area we rock due to you, Greg!!! Thanks for keeping us ahead of the curve. Charles & Dianne '84 Dolphin The Boys like the new look, too!
  4. Highly recommend it! I put it in all the cabinets to keep things from sliding back and forth when traveling. It's great to wrap around breakable items or to keep things from rubbing against the walls while going down the road. Also use it under the microwave and t.v. to give a firm grip while camping. If anything gets spilled on it, just rinse it off, let it dry and use it again. It is great stuff and affordable. Also makes a good gripper to open jars. Dianne
  5. Hi Michael, Yes, we have stayed at Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds and love them. They are well run, grounds are mowed, restrooms clean and modern, nice camping sites on lakes, and have manned gates during camping season. Gates are locked at night for added security. The Corps campgrounds in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas and Texas we have seen are very nice. They do have a reservation system and sometimes it's hard to find a vacancy during the summer especially on the weekends. So, if you have a chance to stay at a Corps facility, go for it! Charles & Dianne '84 Dolphin
  6. See, good things come to those that wait! How exciting for you! Maybe you should name him/her "Winner!" Here's hoping you have tons of fun with your Odyssey for a long time. Dianne '84 Dolphin
  7. Thanks for the input on the front tire pressure, Greg. I wondered about 29 psi being too low so will raise it to 45 psi. That's what we like about this forum, someone will usually have the answer. Charles
  8. Shanda, you are quite the artist; I like the personality that shines through!! That Elvis MH from the movie "Cars" is a hoot! No one can say we don't have a sense of humor when it comes to our Toys! Dianne
  9. Hi MMJ, We bought some Yokohama Y356 185/R14 D tires recently and the recommended tire pressures were: Back Tires: 65 psi Front Tires: 29 psi Haven't taken The Little Puppy out on the road with the new tires, but around town the ride is smooth and doesn't seem to be too hard. We like the new tires! Charles & Dianne '84 Dolphin
  10. Hey Colleen, Good for you! It's nice to see that the spirit of adventure is still alive and well. Hope you and your 'new' Rockwood Roamer will have many great adventures roaming around together. That initial 1,450 mile trip was a good bonding time and only a broken a/c belt to mar the trip. Sounds like you found a peach! Have fun! Dianne '84 Dolphin
  11. Hi Gayla, Welcome to the wonderful world of Toy motorhomes! Lots of us live in Toyland and really enjoy it even with the problems that will pop up with these older MHs. They are both fun and sometimes a little frustrating -- just like life! Two things I would do before hitting the road home would be: 1. Check the age of the tires and, if they are old, definitely buy new tires before leaving. Do not go by the way the tire tread looks, but by the manufacture date on the sidewall of each tire. This is a major safety issue, so don't overlook it. 2. Get emergency road service so if there is a breakdown or flat tire, no one will be sitting and wondering who to call. We bought Good Sam ERS and have been very pleased with it. Like Shanda said, it will take a few miles to get used to driving a MH. Keep an eye on the side mirrors, leave room to stop as these are heavier than a car and don't stop on a dime and be prepared for crosswinds that can be strong sometimes. Good ol' common sense will take one a long way when driving any vehicle and these Toys are no exception. We have a '84 Dolphin 300 series and really enjoy it. Here's hoping the Dolphin fun continues for you all, too! Don't forget to give your MH a name! Dianne "The Little Puppy" (we have three small dogs that love TLP!)
  12. One of these days soon, we want to replace the radio in our cab too. It is am/fm/cassette with not to great sound and when we turn on the truck lights, no radio. Somebody must have got the wires crossed. It would be nice to be able to hear news or music at night. Dianne '84 Dolphin
  13. Hi Kathy, Welcome to the forum! You will be right at home with all of us here in the Toy motorhome world as we generally stay both excited and nervous about our Toys! They are easy to drive and park. Just be sure to keep an eye on what is behind you by watching your side mirrors frequently. They don't stop on a dime, so leave lots of space to stop if someone pulls out in front of you. Since you already own a Prius, you know the quality these Toyotas are built with; they are sturdy little machines especially if they have been well cared for down through the years. Sounds like the '89 Dolphin with 26K original miles is one of them that has been taken care of by the original owner. That's a big plus because he/she can answer lots of questions you will have and also be able to show you how everything works in the coach. There will be some things that you will probably want to change/fix, but more than likely they won't have be be projects that go on and on. With this motorhome only having 26K miles, it most likely doesn't have a lot of wear and tear on things. Some people like to keep their coaches the way they came from the factory and some like to totally change them and update to a more modern look. That's up to you and what you like and dislike about the coach. This is something you can take your time doing so it doesn't have to consume all your time and money at once. Parts are generally available when things break or don't work. You will find lots of info here on this forum that will help in that area. Look for leaks around windows and ceiling vents. Check inside cabinets also for signs of leaks. Check for soft spots on the floor. Check the roof. By having the original owner walk you through all the areas, you should be able to see if the propane is working, the fridge is working, the a/c and furnace, the gray and black tanks and toliet are working as they should, etc. Ask how old the coach battery is (this is different from the battery for the truck) and you may need a new one if it is really old. Check the tires for the date of manufacture and any weather checking. Even if they have lots of good tread left, if they are old tires please get new ones. This is a major safety issue that should not be overlooked. The '89 Dolphin should have the full-floating heavy duty rear axle so that shouldn't be a concern. You may want to ask the present owner if they have a transmission cooler installed on the transmission. Our Dolphin is a 4 speed manual so we don't have that. Someone on here that has an automatic can explain it better to you. Dolphins are very popular MHs, but all the others have their charm and it just depends on what you are wanting and what shape it is in. If you find one that fits most of your needs, you will most likely be happy with it and enjoy it. Since it will be you and your cat getting out and about, you will have lots of room to relax and learn about traveling in a Toy. There are lots of them around so don't be afraid to go for it. We travel with our three small dogs and have a great time. Hope this answers some of your questions and hope you have found your Toy! Best wishes, Dianne '84 Dolphin "The Little Puppy"
  14. Hi Joni, You could try putting activated charcoal in some plastic containers and place them around your coach and the cab area. Don't use regular outdoor charcoal that is for grilling, but get the activated kind found at pet stores and used in aquariums. You might also try placing some dryer sheets with a fragrance throughout the MH. Some of these dryer sheets have a lot of fragrance and might help to eliminate the campfire odor; you may have to use the entire box. Some smells are really tough to get rid of so hope these help. Dianne '84 Dolphin
  15. Looks like everyone had a grand time on your first trip! There will be lots of memories to be made in your Toy MH and may they all be special. It appears the pupper was happy, too . . . what more could anyone want? Best wishes, Dianne '84 Dolphin
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