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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-18-2020, 11:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,894
Posted By Ry-guy
If you are using a WDH head, if you read the...

If you are using a WDH head, if you read the owners manual (at least mine says this) it will state that the rated capacity is when used WITH the sway bars. If the hitch head is rated to 10,000 pounds...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-27-2019, 02:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 23,726
Posted By Ry-guy
I tow in the Canadian Rockies lots, 2013 F-150...

I tow in the Canadian Rockies lots, 2013 F-150 5.0 3.55, Jayfeather 228 4600Lbs when loaded (all of my axles and capacities are within limits). You will be able to tow your trailer nothing to it!...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 05-26-2014, 11:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,085
Posted By Ry-guy
You should install the load range D tires. I just...

You should install the load range D tires. I just replaced mine on my 228 and they are rated for 1710 lbs. each. If you were to load you trailer to these GVWR you will over load the tires. As well...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-18-2014, 05:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 933
Posted By Ry-guy
I have this as well on my 2013 F-150. What's nice...

I have this as well on my 2013 F-150. What's nice is you can set the gain for the brake controller for each trailer. When I hook up my quad trailer the gain is already set lower than the setup for...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-15-2014, 02:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,380
Posted By Ry-guy
For my 2013 F-150, the owners manual states...

For my 2013 F-150, the owners manual states tow/haul should be engaged while traveling up or down hill. It changes the shift points to allow the engine to rev and generate more HP and torque as well...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 03-08-2014, 09:56 AM
Replies: 300
Views: 27,092
Posted By Ry-guy
OMG!!! The forecast is showing above 0 degrees...

OMG!!! The forecast is showing above 0 degrees Celsius for this week! This might be the end to the snow! Now that I have said that, I've probably jinxed myself and it will end up snowing till April...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 03-07-2014, 08:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,147
Posted By Ry-guy
Personal recreational vehicles in Alberta are...

Personal recreational vehicles in Alberta are exempt from being weighed in Alberta. Ryan
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-01-2014, 07:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,875
Posted By Ry-guy
Hey, thought I would let you know about...

Hey, thought I would let you know about experiences in towing a TT with a newer V6. My original TV was a 2011 Ford Explorer (290 HP 260 Ft/Lbs which is the same as the Durango) before we upgraded to...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 02-25-2014, 01:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,503
Posted By Ry-guy
I too replaced my bulbs last year with LED's but...

I too replaced my bulbs last year with LED's but mine give off little to no heat. I did find that two or three did fall off but I think that was due to me not cleaning the surface that the tape was...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 02-23-2014, 12:41 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 14,072
Posted By Ry-guy
For the 228 there is an optional grill that hangs...

For the 228 there is an optional grill that hangs off a bracket that is attached to the rear of the trailer and plugs into the quick connector located under the rear bumper allowing it to run off the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-23-2014, 12:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,117
Posted By Ry-guy
Congrats on the new trailer. We were just eyeing...

Congrats on the new trailer. We were just eyeing up the Whitehawks at the past RV show but decided we would stick with our Jayfeather. We just bought a 2013 F-150 with the 5 liter engine. Ours has...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 02-23-2014, 12:04 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 27,092
Posted By Ry-guy
Woke up this morning and our digital thermometer...

Woke up this morning and our digital thermometer outside was reading -37 degrees Celcius (-34 Fahrenheit). This week looks cold too, high around -10 degrees Celcius mid week but it will be back into...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 02-22-2014, 12:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,693
Posted By Ry-guy
Those look like Swagman carriers. We had a couple...

Those look like Swagman carriers. We had a couple on our Explorer to carry the DW, DS and my bike. They are one of the cheaper roof top carries but they work really good. Only thing you might want to...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 02-18-2014, 09:14 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 14,072
Posted By Ry-guy
For our 228 I also use the 3 Rubbermaid...

For our 228 I also use the 3 Rubbermaid containers, one for fresh water, one for sewer hose/connections and one for electrical. All three stack in the pass through front storage with the Camp chef...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 02-16-2014, 11:48 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 14,072
Posted By Ry-guy
Hey, were a family of five with the Jayfeather...

Hey, were a family of five with the Jayfeather 228 and used to tow with a 2011 Ford Explorer. Just as everyone has already mentioned, it's a matter of if you want more storage or the couch. We...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 09-02-2013, 11:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,520
Posted By Ry-guy
DW and I eyed one of this up while looking at new...

DW and I eyed one of this up while looking at new trailers, the layout is absolutely awesome! The only complaint I have with it is the kitchen slide cuts down the size of the awning. But other than...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-08-2013, 08:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,722
Posted By Ry-guy
Thanks for the replies. We have looked at the...

Thanks for the replies. We have looked at the 365BHS but the loft does not work for us. As well we really want a full size outdoor kitchen. We just got back from the dealer to look at the 375BHFS!!!...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 06-19-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,096
Posted By Ry-guy
We have a large, clear tote bin that we keep our...

We have a large, clear tote bin that we keep our shoes and boots in. It rides just inside of the door but when we reach our destination we keep it outside under the trailer. The kids know to take...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-12-2013, 04:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,722
Posted By Ry-guy
Wink No family friendly 5'ers with the options

The DW and I have been thinking about the future and possibly looking at upgrading our TT to something bigger in the next year or two (gotta get a bigger TV as well). We love our Jayco 228 but as the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-12-2013, 04:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,882
Posted By Ry-guy
Congrats on the new to you TV. A friend of mine...

Congrats on the new to you TV. A friend of mine tows a 32' 8000# Keystone TT with his EB and he loves it. He's been through the Canadian Rockies with the combination and no problems. Like others have...
Forum: Campfire Chat 06-10-2013, 03:21 PM
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Forum: Campfire Chat 06-10-2013, 03:20 PM
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Forum: Campfire Chat 06-02-2013, 10:59 PM
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Views: 218,395
Posted By Ry-guy
Just had a boneheaded move today. Just got back...

Just had a boneheaded move today. Just got back from a family reunion with the trailer. We are not going camping for another couple of weeks so I wanted to clean the trailer out and drain the water...
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