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I recently replaced my Roadmaster Falcon 2 Towbar and ran across a product they introduced some time ago called FuseMaster. What is it you ask?

It replaces the fuse you must pull to tow with a switich. Here are the details: FuseMaster by Roadmaster.

We tow a Sturn Vue and the last procedure is to pull the Ignition Fuse from the passenger side fuse box. Now, no more pulling the fuse. We simply set the switch to "Tow" and we are done.

Easy to install and it works. Buy it on-line at American RV Company. Be sure to check the Fit List and this RoadMaster Technical Bulletin to deetermine model for your tow vehicle.

I upgraded the 3G MiFi device last August to the 4G model and it was totally unreliable in a 3G network. I probaly have over a dozen calls to tech support with no luck getting it fixed. It was even replaced once, Simm card replaced and firmware upgraded.

The On The Go portable water softener we purchased over a year ago is doing its job nicely (see this entry: A portable Water Softener ...). Here's a follow up on our experience and some helpful tips:

1) Interested in purchasing a softener? Go to the RV Water Filter Store; a dealer offering different brands and accessories. Rick Dahl is a very knowledgeable owner and available to answer questions over the phone. Also check out prices at On The Go Portable Softeners.

Upgraded to 4G MiFi when we were in the Denver area a week ago. We have not been in 4G coverage until now; Sioux Falls, SD. I must say the speed difference is incredible. So far, the upgrade was a smart decision.

The only thing I have noticed is the battery life is not very long. But, we keep it plugged into the charger so it is not a big negative. I'll have to time it when I get a chance.

Overall, my experience with Verizon Broadband coverage around the nation is very positive.

Just signed up for TwitterFeed and testing to see where this shows up. Nice if it works like I think it should. This should post to Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Nice application.

Added our Road Calendar summary to the sidebar. It will always show where we are and where we are going for the next 30 days.

MT + a little Google Calendar, a little SimplePie and a little Custom php.

Priceless!

If you are mobile like we are, chances are you have some sort of technology allowing you access to one of the major carriers Mobile Broadband. We have been using Verizon Mobile Broadband for over 15 months through their USB Mini Air-Card. Works 98% of the time and have been very satisfied with it. The only downside, it is for one computer. Pam and I only share it physically; I have it or she does.

I just learned about a relatively new technology offered by Verizon called MiFi™. It is about the size of 5 or so credit cards pressed together. The best part:

• It is a Mobile Broadband Access Point (up to 3G speeds) and
• It is a wireless router for up to 5 devices!!

That means we can be on the internet simultaneously and have access to our HP Wireless inkjet printer. No more competing for the AirCard. I found it very easy to set up. It can run on its battery (4 hours) and is active plugged in and charging. In fact, we leave ours plugged in all the time since we always have electric power into the Providence.

Remaining to see:

• How it does in low signal power areas and
• Connectivity speed in non 3G enabled areas (usually get something called Extended Network at slower connection speeds)

I am amazed at the capability in such a small package.

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Our business Website is now up and running at BIG (MT). No, it is not BIG Mountain! It is all about using Movable Type (MT) for presenting your business to the world. Included categories are News, Potfolio, MT Tips, Technology, Services and more.

We also have a Facebook group at BIG (MT) Group. We invite you to join.

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Byrne Reese at majordojo (and more recently endevver) took an open source design from a WordPress designer and modified it for MT. Drum role please ... Hybrid News for MT. You can see my implementation of it at The Providence Gazzette. It is my Providence content imported into my test MT installation.

I can see many possible applications of this theme anywhere a "news" format Blog/Website is desired; associations, real estate brokers and agents ... limited only by imagination.

I have worked with Movable Type (MT)  for over five years and wouldn't want to develop Blogs and/or Blogsites with anything else. It is fast, industrial strength, flexible and esy to work with. The only area that is lacking is the development and availabilty of a wide variety of sophisticated Themes. WordPress is far superior in this area. As a MT based website developer I always start with a blank and create unique styles for each client. While this is usually part of the requirement, it is one of the most time consuming (and expensive) part of a project.

Good to have this one to use as a base!!

 

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I found posterous this morning and this is a test post to see if it really goes to Facebook, Twitter and my Movable Type blog at forney.org

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Let's see what this looks like in the Entry form.

Testing cron execution of run-periodic-tasks

Our web site is sporting a new look and feel thanks to Movable Type and the Professional Template Set. The Professional Template Set makes it possible for just about anyone to get up and running with a new web site using Movable Type. It is literally as easy as just a few clicks. Just pick a new for your web site, select the Professional Template Set and publish. Then viola! a new web site. Thank you Movable Type!

Welcome to my new blog powered by Movable Type. This is the first post on my blog and was created for me automatically when I finished the installation process. But that is ok, because I will soon be creating posts of my own!