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03-21-2017, 02:50 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Mar 2017
Location: Wildomar
Posts: 5
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New to Travel Trailers
Greetings! I am the proud new owner of a Jayco Jay flight slx 267 BHSW. We are out for the first time this week. OMG, there is so much that I need to learn! At this point, can't even figure out how to turn the heater or hot water on!! You Tube has had a lot of great information. When I listen to the different people who are out there making videos about the trailer, I remember what I was told when I bought the trailer. Just so much information to remember at once. I've read the owner's manual's but still trying to figure things out. I'll get there, it will just take time. I hope I don't but you guys too much with questions, but know, I appreciate any suggestions you can provide!
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03-21-2017, 05:32 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Greater Grand Rapids
Posts: 1,392
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Congratulations! on the new trailer! Yeah, all the new info can be a little overwhelming! Although it's pretty generic (and may be confusing), best is to have your owners' manual handy and just take your time when you set up/tear down; and especially when driving and parking. When we try to rush things is when we end up screwing things up. (Just take a look at the "My most bone-headed moment" posts.
Feel free to ask the good folks here or at your campground for help when you need it. My experience is that folks are more than happy to lend assistance to a fellow camper. Especially the folks on the JOF!
Enjoy the learning curve!
And Happy Camping!
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2013 Eagle 266RKS
2011 Ford F-150 w/3.5L Ecoboost & H.D. Tow Package
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03-21-2017, 05:48 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Charlotte, NC Area
Posts: 1,474
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Welcome from South Carolina! You will be fine. Just take things on step at a time. We all felt the same way when we went through it the first time. You'll find a lot of good info here. I agree, don't be afraid to ask questions and ask for help from others.
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2011 Jayflight X213
2011 GMC Sierra Crew Cab
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03-21-2017, 09:08 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Clearwater, FL area
Posts: 5,196
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CONGRATULATIONS on the JAYCO!!!
...and WELCOME TO JOF!!! The members here are GREAT!!! There is a lot of GREAT information to be found here. I am sure that you will have information and pictures to share with us... so please do!!
One of the things most ask for are tips on how to do things, if you want to learn things not to do check out our
What's your most Boneheaded RV Moment thread. It may keep you from doing one of those things.
Don
My Registry
RVing with SOLAR
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03-21-2017, 09:50 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: FL
Posts: 11,281
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Greetings! Congratulations on the Jay Flight and welcome to the forum.
You mentioned not knowing how to turn on the heater or water heater. Do you have those figured out now?
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Sherm & Terry w/rescue Eydie (min Schnauzer) & Charley (std Poodle)
SOLD:2015 Jay Flight 27RLS, GY Endurance (E), Days: 102 '15, 90 '16, 80 '17, 161 '18, 365+ '20
SOLD: 2006 Ford F350 PSD, 4WD, CC, LB, SRW, Camper pkg., 375,000mi
Full timing: Some will think you're crazy, some will be envious, just enjoy the freedom!
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03-21-2017, 12:12 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: Lower Alabama
Posts: 1,482
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Congratulations on the Jayco and welcome to the forum. Many happy days of camping and memories await!
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2018 Jayco Eagle HT 28.5 RSTS
2017 Ford F-250 Lariat FX4, 6.2L, 4.30 gears
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03-21-2017, 12:28 PM
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Member
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: South Eastern Mass.
Posts: 61
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Congrats!!!
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03-21-2017, 01:17 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Abingdon
Posts: 6,177
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Congrats and welcome!!
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2013 Jayco Eagle 328 RLTS
2021 Keystone Montana 3121RL
2013 F350 6.7L 4x4 CCLB
W/Air Lift air bags (front & rear)
Equal-I-Zer™ WDH & B&W Companion
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03-22-2017, 01:02 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Lakewood, WA.
Posts: 4,532
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Congrats and welcome.
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2023 Jayco North Point 310RLTS
2022 GMC Denali Ultimate DRW
Retired Army MSG
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03-22-2017, 05:47 AM
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Member
Join Date: Mar 2017
Location: Senoia
Posts: 81
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Congrats and welcome! This is the place with tons of great information!
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David & Connie (A.K.A. Bubba n' Noni)
2017 North Point 377 RLBH
2008 Chevy Silverado 3500 Duramax LTZ 4x4 DRW (traded)
2020 Ford Super Duty F-350 DRW King Ranch FX4
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03-22-2017, 06:00 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2012
Posts: 332
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Welcome!
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2013 Jay Flight 26 RLS
2014 Ford F250 Super Duty
Reese HP Dual Cam
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03-22-2017, 07:22 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: Kansas City
Posts: 16
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I had trouble with my hot water and getting the fridge on gas. I was able to get the stove lit and that pulled the air out of the lines so you may try to light that first.
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03-25-2017, 10:28 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: Denham Springs
Posts: 190
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Congrats and welcome to JOF. Happy Camping
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"Why the hell would you want to do a thing like that."
2017 Ram 3500 4x4 Dually 6.7L HO Turbo Diesel with Aisin Tranny
50 Gal. Transfer Flow Auxiliary Tank
2014 Ram 2500 6.7 Cummins (Sold)
2017 Pinnacle 36KPTS
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03-26-2017, 05:30 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Duxbury
Posts: 7,113
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Congratulations and welcome!
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Rob & Kelly, Bella & Brady (Miniature Schnauzers)
2022 Eagle HT 28.5RSTS
2017 RAM 3500 SRW CTD/AISIN CC LB
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03-26-2017, 05:38 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Kingwood, Texas
Posts: 335
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Well when i first bought mine i knew everything about it the first time out because i (LISTENED TO MY SALESMAN!)
There is quite a bit to remember for sure. What we did was make a checklist and then check things off as they are done.
One list for arriving and one list for departing.
Sure does help you from forgetting things. Not that i have every forgot anything myself but i have heard about others doing it.
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Bruce & Cindy
Rambo & Chuy (Chihuahua's)
2016 Jayco 23RLSW
Blue Ox Sway Pro
2014 Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi
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03-26-2017, 10:33 AM
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#16
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Junior Member
Join Date: Mar 2017
Location: Wildomar
Posts: 5
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Thank you for the encouragement!
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