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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 11-23-2015, 03:59 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,882
Posted By Tharrison
There are a number of good points in this thread,...

There are a number of good points in this thread, however, there are a few that are still missing.

Like some others who have posted here, I have a personal experience that partially shapes my...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 06-08-2015, 11:44 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 22,486
Posted By Tharrison
Thanks for the link Bethcb. Well done! I...

Thanks for the link Bethcb. Well done!

I spent some time reading it early this morning. We are headed to Alaska next month and the information is quite useful, along with the entertaining...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-21-2015, 08:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 18,106
Posted By Tharrison
Not all units have different outlets for city...

Not all units have different outlets for city versus gravity fill. My 2015 Eagle 5w doesn't. The layout on mine sounds like the unit the OP described.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-21-2015, 04:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 18,106
Posted By Tharrison
I believe that you run a hose/tube from the fresh...

I believe that you run a hose/tube from the fresh water intake to the jug/tank with water. You also run the water pump simultaneously. Here is what it says in my manual:

Dry camping
You can...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-20-2015, 05:05 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,312
Posted By Tharrison
New use for Zamp solar connector

I have an new Eagle 291RSTS 5W, which has the Zamp solar connector for their portable solar array. The connector is above the utility panel. It is simply a pair of wires running directly to the...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 05-16-2015, 06:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,001
Posted By Tharrison
B/W only from Jensen unit when playing a DVD

Hi. Second time out in a new Eagle 5w, 291 sets. The head unit is a Jensen AWM968. When viewing OTA broadcasts all works well. (This connects via a coaxial cable.) When watching a DVD, which uses...
Forum: Classifieds Archives 05-02-2015, 02:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,628
Posted By Tharrison
Sold!

Sold!
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-29-2015, 04:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 15,978
Posted By Tharrison
Best way to stabilize a fifth wheel

Hello Everyone.

We have just moved from a TT to a 5W. I am thinking through the question of the best way to stabilize it.

We have the 4 point auto-leveling Ground Control 2.0 system by...
Forum: Boondocking 04-23-2015, 10:38 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 27,348
Posted By Tharrison
My dealer was familiar with them. They are...

My dealer was familiar with them. They are designed for use with the Zamp portable solar panels.

Terry
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-21-2015, 06:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,994
Posted By Tharrison
Possible damage --- disconnected black tank flush

We recently took delivery of a new Eagle 291RSTS. This past weekend we camped to test out everything in a live situation and to customize our 5W. All went well until it came time to leave. At the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-19-2015, 07:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,780
Posted By Tharrison
Just experienced the same thing on our first...

Just experienced the same thing on our first trip. How was it resolved for you?
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-18-2015, 06:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,452
Posted By Tharrison
Here are some photos to illustrate the issue. ...

Here are some photos to illustrate the issue.

The first photo simply shows the battery compartment in the front storage area.

The second photo shows the front battery turned slightly sideways...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-17-2015, 07:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,452
Posted By Tharrison
Yes. I agree. However even though they are tied...

Yes. I agree. However even though they are tied down (tightly) they vibrate and eventually end up with a corner in a cutout. Does anyone know the function of the cutouts?
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-17-2015, 05:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,452
Posted By Tharrison
Cutouts in battery compartment?

Hi.

We recently took delivery of an Eagle 291 RSTS 5W. The battery compartment in the forward hold has three cutouts in the floor. I am supposing that a battery is to be partially inserted...
Forum: Classifieds Archives 04-09-2015, 04:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,628
Posted By Tharrison
Propride 3P hitch for sale

I have a two year old ProPride 3P hitch with 1000 lb. spring bars. Recently purchased a 5th wheel and no longer need it. It performs incredibly well in eliminating sway and making towing a travel...
Forum: Jayco Mods 04-08-2015, 11:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,991
Posted By Tharrison
Voyager wireless camera report

Took delivery of a 2015 Eagle 291 RSTS (5W) last week. We ordered it with the factory installed Voyager wireless camera. The camera is located high on the rear of the unit and the monitor is on the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-12-2015, 07:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,035
Posted By Tharrison
Often the fuse to the plug is not installed from...

Often the fuse to the plug is not installed from the factory.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 02-02-2015, 10:05 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 14,118
Posted By Tharrison
Payload is typically the limiting factor

My "sticker" payload is 2997 on a 2013 F250 6.2 gas, supercab, shortbed.

Someone asked why one would care. The reason is that payload is often the limiting factor if you are pulling a FW---not...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 01-12-2015, 08:03 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 10,260
Posted By Tharrison
Traditionally, one describes a fiberglass with a...

Traditionally, one describes a fiberglass with a gelcoat as fiberglass. Filon is more rough and one can see the fibers.
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 01-12-2015, 07:35 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 10,260
Posted By Tharrison
We have a 2 year old WH 26SRK. We love it and...

We have a 2 year old WH 26SRK. We love it and have towed it just under 10,000 miles over the past 1.5 years. Out West to Glacier, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons, RMNP, Smokies, etc. Also northeast to...
Forum: Jayco Mods 12-20-2014, 10:23 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,991
Posted By Tharrison
The Voyager establishes a digital (as opposed to...

The Voyager establishes a digital (as opposed to an analog) connection which allows the display to lock on the camera. While it is certainly not as good as a wired connection, it is very good and...
Forum: Jayco Mods 12-14-2014, 06:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,991
Posted By Tharrison
Nope. The Garmin is a different unit used on...

Nope. The Garmin is a different unit used on models above the eagle (eagle premier and pinnacle) and also has a gps. My dealer verified with Jayco last week that it is a voyager.
Forum: Jayco Mods 12-14-2014, 02:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,991
Posted By Tharrison
We just ordered a new Eagle 291 RSTS and got the...

We just ordered a new Eagle 291 RSTS and got the factory rear camera option. It appears to be a wireless Voyager unit with a portable display for the truck. It should also have a built-in...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-18-2014, 03:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,131
Posted By Tharrison
Differences between 2014 and 2015 Precept

Hi Everyone.

We have the opportunity to buy a 2014 Precept 31ul at a very attractive price. What are the differences between the 2014 and 2015 models?

Thanks.
Terry
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 01-09-2014, 12:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,805
Posted By Tharrison
Thanks for all of the quick and thoughtful...

Thanks for all of the quick and thoughtful responses. One response asked for a bit of background to better under what I am trying to do.

We wish to move to an Eagle TT but our choices are limited...
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