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Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 12-18-2015, 07:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,912
Posted By frieed
The best I have found are separate Tee and Valve...

The best I have found are separate Tee and Valve so you'd have to reach under the truck to operate the valve. These fittings are available at HomeDepot
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 12-08-2015, 06:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,912
Posted By frieed
What I intend to do with my Ride-Rite setup is to...

What I intend to do with my Ride-Rite setup is to insert a T with a valve between sides. Open the valve to air up both sides to the same pressure from a single inlet. Close the valve to stop air...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 07-01-2015, 04:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,365
Posted By frieed
My comment was for the OP, not for you Mike837go,...

My comment was for the OP, not for you Mike837go, sorry about the confusion.

Long version, Normally aspirated gensets lose HP at elevation just like any other engine.
At 8000' you're down about...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 07-01-2015, 12:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,365
Posted By frieed
Exactly why I bought a Yamaha EF3000iSEB with...

Exactly why I bought a Yamaha EF3000iSEB with battery powered boost.
3500W for 10 seconds to get that compressor spinning. Worked flawlessly at 8000' just last weekend.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-25-2015, 07:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,508
Posted By frieed
Thanks, Heading out tomorrow, will let you know...

Thanks,
Heading out tomorrow, will let you know how it goes.
I did check to make sure the thermostat was not of the mercury variety..
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-24-2015, 06:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,508
Posted By frieed
Traveling with the A/C running

With the generator sitting on the new cargo platform I have the option of having the A/C running while on the road.
Has anyone done this?
Pros?
Cons?

Thanks,

-Eric
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-09-2015, 12:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,745
Posted By frieed
Sugarloaf Ridge state park near Kenwood was one...

Sugarloaf Ridge state park near Kenwood was one of our favorite spots. Smack in the middle of Wine country too.
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 03-03-2015, 10:53 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,964
Posted By frieed
I carry a Viair 300P from my 4 wheeling days ...

I carry a Viair 300P from my 4 wheeling days

https://www.viaircorp.com/images/300P.png
Forum: Boondocking 03-02-2015, 12:51 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,217
Posted By frieed
Sorry, I was only thinking about power output..

Sorry, I was only thinking about power output..
Forum: Boondocking 03-02-2015, 09:42 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,217
Posted By frieed
Fuel injection buys nothing at elevation. You...

Fuel injection buys nothing at elevation. You need forced induction (turbo or blower).
What you do have is enough reserve capacity that after the 3% loss of HP per 1000 ft of elevation you still...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 02-24-2015, 05:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 790
Posted By frieed
I was at Tie Flume a couple years ago, very nice....

I was at Tie Flume a couple years ago, very nice.
I grew up in Sheridan and spent many a night in the Bighorns.
They have drinking water available, but is hand pumped.
If you need to fill up,...
Forum: Campfire Chat 02-24-2015, 04:59 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 10,147
Posted By frieed
I prefer their Rendezvous Rye

I prefer their Rendezvous Rye
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 02-23-2015, 11:05 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,072
Posted By frieed
In case of bad weather, pie irons work just fine...

In case of bad weather, pie irons work just fine over a gas burner as well.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 02-20-2015, 12:52 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,072
Posted By frieed
Take care with the aluminum ones, they can/will...

Take care with the aluminum ones, they can/will melt....

ask me how I know ;)
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 02-19-2015, 02:50 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,072
Posted By frieed
sounds like a pie iron to me... ...

sounds like a pie iron to me...

https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQJFWH_XTopef9xpidfpaSG685CEgixGrgK-TjAfH9VDlJbKnTX
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-27-2015, 10:43 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 13,079
Posted By frieed
Even with the stabilizers down you can get a...

Even with the stabilizers down you can get a substantial amount of bounce in the floor because the bulk of the weight of the trailer is supported by the leaf springs which are designed to move.

To...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-20-2015, 01:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,681
Posted By frieed
Yamaha EF3000iSEB works quite at 10,000 ft (Uinta...

Yamaha EF3000iSEB works quite at 10,000 ft (Uinta Mts.)

Heavy SOB though
Forum: Jayco Mods 01-05-2015, 12:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,834
Posted By frieed
Cardboard 6-pack holders (must be Sierra...

Cardboard 6-pack holders

(must be Sierra Nevada Pale Ale for proper function :) )
Forum: Camp Cooking 12-11-2014, 09:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,659
Posted By frieed
I just can't bring myself to cook on a gas grill....

I just can't bring myself to cook on a gas grill. For me, it's charcoal or the fire pit.
My grill of choice is a Weber Smokey Joe although they have an 18" version that is tempting since I have run...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 12-08-2014, 07:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 19,328
Posted By frieed
The following is not specific to Timbrens, but I...

The following is not specific to Timbrens, but I hope it is helpful none the less.

Some issues I noticed when I started towing my rig.
1. Sway:
Repetitive back and forth motion of the trailer. ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 12-07-2014, 10:14 PM
Replies: 1,699
Views: 426,294
Posted By frieed
What's the tongue weight on that trailer,seems...

What's the tongue weight on that trailer,seems like the truck is squatting a bit?
Maybe the WD bars need to be cranked up a notch.

Nice looking rig though...
Forum: Campfire Chat 12-07-2014, 10:12 PM
Replies: 982
Views: 92,810
Posted By frieed
Looks like that photo could have been taken near...

Looks like that photo could have been taken near my neck of the woods..(Utah)
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-03-2014, 10:45 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,852
Posted By frieed
An amusing little comparison: 1994 (first...

An amusing little comparison:

1994 (first year) 7.3l Powerstroke Diesel
210hp 425lb-ft

2013 3.5l Ecoboost
365hp 420lb-ft
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-03-2014, 10:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,852
Posted By frieed
I disagree that the 3.73 rear end is really...

I disagree that the 3.73 rear end is really needed.
I have 3.55 rear end and 33" tires which reduces it to an effective 3.44.
With the payload maxed out with tongue weight and gear, I have spun...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-02-2014, 05:15 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,852
Posted By frieed
I couldn't have said it better. Check out...

I couldn't have said it better.

Check out these videos by TFLTruck hauling 10,300 or so lbs up to the Eisenhower Tunnel

Nissan 5.6l: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxwLSNK3vNU

Ford Ecoboost...
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