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by dowellcj
Sun Feb 25, 2018 11:05 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Navigation system in Freedom
Replies: 15
Views: 15352

Re: Navigation system in Freedom

We have the same Navi. Often when we get that error, it clears with a reset. Hold power button down till it powers off and reboots. Mine came with lifetime maps o just need to register on the Rand McNally site. In updating the map, the SD card was not big enough for the upgrade. I emailed them and t...
by dowellcj
Wed Mar 30, 2016 12:37 am
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Born Free on FB
Replies: 2
Views: 4252

Re: Born Free on FB

The page mentioned is different from the factory's official page. This one is called "Bornfree Owners".
Lots of pictures of Born Free Coaches in nice camping spots.
by dowellcj
Thu Mar 24, 2016 1:29 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: This looks like a good buy
Replies: 18
Views: 17036

Re: This looks like a good buy

That coach couldn't have found a more appropriate and great home! Hope it brings years of fun and memories!
Can't wait to see pictures. Hope you all get to enjoy the homecoming.
by dowellcj
Tue Sep 08, 2015 12:04 am
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Do you have a pet name for your Born Free?
Replies: 27
Views: 25371

Re: Do you have a pet name for your Born Free?

We just cal ours "The buggy". We know better than to call it a rig.....
by dowellcj
Mon Aug 31, 2015 2:17 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Hey.. BFs headed to Alaska, please show us a few pics?
Replies: 13
Views: 13282

Re: Hey.. BFs headed to Alaska, please show us a few pics?

Here is a picture of the German Mercedes Van - this gal was having quite the adventure. We were really glad not to have a toad, and never really felt like we needed one. One of the great features of a Born Free is how we can access locations that we couldn't take a bigger vehicle. Seeing the folks i...
by dowellcj
Sun Aug 30, 2015 6:21 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Hey.. BFs headed to Alaska, please show us a few pics?
Replies: 13
Views: 13282

Re: Hey.. BFs headed to Alaska, please show us a few pics?

Although our photos were taken with a simpler camera than Mike's, we also have a public photo album of the Alaska trip, on my Facebook Page, under Caryl Schaffter Dowell. Full credit goes to my husband as he's the photographer. I just put them on the page. I've got a picture of the German Lady's blu...
by dowellcj
Fri Jul 03, 2015 5:23 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Hey.. BFs headed to Alaska, please show us a few pics?
Replies: 13
Views: 13282

Re: Hey.. BFs headed to Alaska, please show us a few pics?

Actually, there are 11 of us, including Bob, our Leader. Driving days vary, shortest about 120 miles, longest 350 (only one of those toward the end). Most days are 140-240. We break up into smaller groups, some leave as early as 0700, others a bit later. Driving time depends on how often each group ...
by dowellcj
Mon Jun 29, 2015 5:23 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Anyone tow a Honda Fit?
Replies: 9
Views: 10716

Re: Anyone tow a Honda Fit?

In 2015 Honda changed to a Continuous Variable Transmission, so they can no longer be towed. I think it has to do with upgrading technology and meeting fuel efficiency standards.

Caryl
by dowellcj
Fri Jun 26, 2015 5:25 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: cleaning drapes
Replies: 8
Views: 8908

Re: cleaning drapes

The interior designer that spoke to us at the homecoming rally, said that because all the fabrics are treated by law with fire retardant, they should be dry cleaned, especially if you need to clean portions. Water will cause staining in halos. I would think washing the whole drape would be fine, but...
by dowellcj
Wed Jun 10, 2015 9:18 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Homecoming
Replies: 4
Views: 4593

Re: Homecoming

Judy, Lots of folks are here that have said they are going to Door County, and can fill you in. Scott and Ed will be there to cook for you all too. But, in the meantime, Caroline has already posted some pictures of the rally on the main Born Free web site, so you can see them there. Great turn out t...
by dowellcj
Wed May 06, 2015 6:24 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: So, what do you HATE about your Born Free?
Replies: 55
Views: 45022

Re: So, what do you HATE about your Born Free?

He is mistaken. I have not "missed" any information, and I have only posted one question on this forum, so "quite complete in answering questions" is also not factual. I guess it is not obvious to some how their posts come across to others, and how they reflect negatively on the ...
by dowellcj
Wed May 06, 2015 11:35 am
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: So, what do you HATE about your Born Free?
Replies: 55
Views: 45022

Re: So, what do you HATE about your Born Free?

Sam, You wrote that you could write "reams about the disappointment factor with your unit". I think you already have. Your comments and issues seem inconsistent with 95% of the other posters on this forum, who, although have some issues, are very happy with their coaches, and the Born Free...
by dowellcj
Sat May 02, 2015 8:12 am
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: Help deciding on 22ft Born Free - from Chinook Concourse
Replies: 35
Views: 49416

Re: Help deciding on 22ft Born Free - from Chinook Concourse

Re: a table with the twin sofas. The factory can supply a table with a removable base and fold out pedestal which stows under a bed nicely. It can also be stowed behind the drivers seat at the end of the bed. Search for Bill Hemmes post from several months ago that has pictures. I don't quite know h...
by dowellcj
Fri Apr 17, 2015 10:09 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: leaf stains
Replies: 12
Views: 11604

Re: leaf stains

Oxalic acid is one of main ingredients in Barkeeper's Friend. Find it in the aisle with the silver polish and the copper cleaner.

Caryl
by dowellcj
Wed Apr 15, 2015 4:53 pm
Forum: General and Technical Information, Questions, and Responses
Topic: how to de winterize a Born Free coach?
Replies: 13
Views: 13343

Re: how to de winterize a Born Free coach?

I think the confusion above is that the question is how to DE winterized, so essentially flushing the pink stuff out, sanitizing, then refilling with fresh water. The fresh water would then be allowed in the hot water tank to fill it, then the heater turned on to test it - once it had water in it. T...

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