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[bama_ed]

Whisky officially destroyed her elephant last night while I slept.

Looks like a Stage 1 case of Suppressed Auburn Fan Syndrome. She's going to need an early intervention before she goes full Barner.

Bama Ed

 

[Sjm9911]

What ? LOL.

 

[Disneypeach]

What ? LOL.

Jimmy Durante, is that you??????

 

[Sjm9911]

 

[jbrostek]

We can thank my trip to the rally and maybe some Amazon shopping after a few good adult beverages. However, I happened upon a 7" camera system that is compatible with the Furion pre installed mount/wiring for a price I could not pass up. The Furrion rear camera only with a 7" screen runs around 599, at that price I will nope out every day. I have seldomly needed a rear view other then parking in the past. Well when I stumbled accorss the AMTIFO A7 Camera that included an adaptor plate and pigtail for the existing furrion for only 122 dollars after tax I decided it was worth the chance.

The screen is as advertised and the kit pieces seemed to be of good quality too. The adaptor plate I dry fitted and was a good match to the furrion blank. the pigtail was worked and polarity was correct for the camera.



Getting this stupid grommet in was a test of my patiencdes and adult word vocabulary.



With everything assembled I got it installed on the RV. I always tape these style connections so they don't come apart over time with vibration. The extra wire and pigtail fits just barely, but it fits.




It looks pretty good, not as factory a look as the Furrion, but then not the price either. I was concerned with the not blocking off the factory hole much. I though about trying to bend the plate back. However, I decided to silocon it instead to keep the weather out.





There have been a few comments about longevity, however, there are many complaints about the Furrion going blank screen after a year as well. The picture is pretty good and the only issue I had was some cutting out after the first trip. When I went to adjust the camera I found the antenna was loose, so I put a dab of blue locktite on the threads and tightened it again. That should stop that from happening again.



Only thing left is to decide where to put the screen. I may see if I can set it up so it sits in front of the mirror and then remove it when not towing. We leave this afternoon for a 4 horus trip down to the New Point, VA where friends have a leased/permanent site to help her get more setup at the end of the season. So I will be interested in how it performs at night as well as day. So far its been great for backing into the driveway as I can see what I am doing so I don't need to get out when I don't have my DW doing an amazing job spotting me.

 

[Sjm9911]

We can thank my trip to the rally and maybe some Amazon shopping after a few good adult beverages. However, I happened upon a 7" camera system that is compatible with the Furion pre installed mount/wiring for a price I could not pass up. The Furrion rear camera only with a 7" screen runs around 599, at that price I will nope out every day. I have seldomly needed a rear view other then parking in the past. Well when I stumbled accorss the AMTIFO A7 Camera that included an adaptor plate and pigtail for the existing furrion for only 122 dollars after tax I decided it was worth the chance.

The screen is as advertised and the kit pieces seemed to be of good quality too. The adaptor plate I dry fitted and was a good match to the furrion blank. the pigtail was worked and polarity was correct for the camera.

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Getting this stupid grommet in was a test of my patiencdes and adult word vocabulary.

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With everything assembled I got it installed on the RV. I always tape these style connections so they don't come apart over time with vibration. The extra wire and pigtail fits just barely, but it fits.

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It looks pretty good, not as factory a look as the Furrion, but then not the price either. I was concerned with the not blocking off the factory hole much. I though about trying to bend the plate back. However, I decided to silocon it instead to keep the weather out.

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There have been a few comments about longevity, however, there are many complaints about the Furrion going blank screen after a year as well. The picture is pretty good and the only issue I had was some cutting out after the first trip. When I went to adjust the camera I found the antenna was loose, so I put a dab of blue locktite on the threads and tightened it again. That should stop that from happening again.

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Only thing left is to decide where to put the screen. I may see if I can set it up so it sits in front of the mirror and then remove it when not towing. We leave this afternoon for a 4 horus trip down to the New Point, VA where friends have a leased/permanent site to help her get more setup at the end of the season. So I will be interested in how it performs at night as well as day. So far its been great for backing into the driveway as I can see what I am doing so I don't need to get out when I don't have my DW doing an amazing job spotting me.

I did the same when I got my TT. Unfortunately, I never set it up again. I found I never looked at the screen. To used to using the mirrors. It did help with switching lanes on the highway. So, if it helps, may it last a long time for you!

 

[Sjm9911]

Ok people, my job officially sucks now, I have said that probably many times.but its at a breaking point. So the question is, do I suck it up to bank some more money. People do it all the time. Or do I just throw in the towel. I can do that, but really have no idea what to do with the rest of my life. I , for the first time ever in my life hate my job. I dont sleep the night before work. I think of all the stupid things that need to be done by managment and aren't. Yes , we had meetings, no help. I did make the meetings happen though. So yea me . Other considerations, if I stay , I help the people that really have no idea what they are doing, so in effect , make them look good and get nothing in return. Additionally, by helping them , I help the new guys out, by setting up a strong foundation and making them safe. For me thats a biggie. But to do this , i am not getting paid to run the place, but will de facto , be doing it. So doing there jobs, and mine. Plus , most of the stuff I do is on my off time. Its Needed, as they have no idea how to run anything. And because of that my normal day is like chaos. I have to interpret inept peoples crap that isnt spelled out. So, no direction, but follow the rules they dont give out. They react to situations that they have more then adequate time to forsee. So no forsite into whats needed even though its known months before. Ok rant over.....I may be lossing it......

 

[2goofycampers]

@Sjm9911
I worked at a place where management and the workers didn't give a hoot about anything or anyone. I tried everything I could to change things. After a while I realized I had to change ME in order to get by. I kept telling myself I was doing everything for the students, not the management or coworkers. During the 10 years I sometimes had 1 coworker who cared about the job. There was a lot of turn over. There will be no pat on the back for a job well done. So, I think the question to ask yourself is ... Can I stay working here and it not change the person I am and I want to be?

 

[Sjm9911]

Very good point.

 

[garneska]

i say you have to be able to sleep. If the job is so bad you can’t sleep, then you either change the job or change you. Neither is easy but when it’s messing up sleep it is time to do something.

 

[Sjm9911]

Bought these for my retirement gift. Lol. Next year I am done.

 

[jbrostek]

I did the same when I got my TT. Unfortunately, I never set it up again. I found I never looked at the screen. To used to using the mirrors. It did help with switching lanes on the highway. So, if it helps, may it last a long time for you!

I really do not plan to run it much down the road. Though I found it useful going through a small town this weekend with a tight right hand turn. I also found it useful when turning around after a quick bathroom break (using the RV parked behind a target), and of course backing down my 200' long driveway. When we where just heading down US17 for 55 miles I turned the screen off.

As for you job decisions. If you are up for full retirement without penalty take it, I can assure you there are contract positions all over the place that will gladly hire someone certified and usually pay more money and less work. If you cannot retire yet without taking a penalty then bank the cash, mentor your newer people and let the place fall apart. It takes self care to do that, and seriously it is not easy. But in the end the only person looking out for you at your job is you.

For all the noise in the news on quiet quitting there is zero talk of quiet promotions. Where you take on all the workload of a higher up without the pay. So just stop taking on the extra work load....hell go full office space if you must.

 

[team bradfield]

I've been away a while, had rotator cuff surgery in early july, been lurking but couldn't type or use mouse, starting to get better range of motion, DD health is improving (vasovagal syncope), things getting back to normal, @garneska, I love whiskey, what a sweety

 

[garneska]

We celebrated Diwali at work today. It is quite an event. Must dress up. Here is me and my Henna tattoo. Yes someone had to dress me.

 

[FtW Mike]

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We celebrated Diwali at work today. It is quite an event. Must dress up. Here is me and my Henna tattoo. Yes someone had to dress me.

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So in essence you are telling us you have no idea of who it was that tied your shoes for you today

 

[jbrostek]

Dewali is celebrated by a large portion of my company. Probably 30% of those that celebrate are taking monday off. When we where in the office the company would sponsor a lunch and invite all to come down to the cafe/conference area to learn and see. I found it facinating.

We are taking advantage of the 3 days off melissa gets and heading down to Charlottesville area for a long weekend of winery tours and some hiking/walks with the pups. The kids are with dad and will come home Monday after we get back.

 

[FtW Mike]

Dewali is celebrated by a large portion of my company. Probably 30% of those that celebrate are taking monday off. When we where in the office the company would sponsor a lunch and invite all to come down to the cafe/conference area to learn and see. I found it facinating.

We are taking advantage of the 3 days off melissa gets and heading down to Charlottesville area for a long weekend of winery tours and some hiking/walks with the pups. The kids are with dad and will come home Monday after we get back.

Jim sorry to miss you We are checking into Charlottesville Monday the 24th

 

[garneska]

@FtW Mike i changed into my slippers when I got to work . I am a complete wreck unless someone dresses me.

@jbrostek we do a big thing. Lunch is the best and obviously the henna artist is a hit with the women.

 

[team bradfield]

looking at trading in the Black Pearl rig for a Motorcoach, I have looked for many years but they are so much smaller interior space than my 5'vr, but the kids will all be out of the picture this spring and I think a coach is a good "downsize" plus DW can drive it, The pearl is 42' and the MC I'm looking at is 42', of course with the cockpit you lose some Living space, for all the MC owners out there, good choice?? Drawbacks?

 

[jbrostek]

@FtW Mike We are staying at the new Madison Vines RV resort. This is our usual last weekend before winterizing kind of thing. Where are you booked?

@garneska Super fun, but not enough to draw me into the office LOL.