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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-04-2023, 12:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,994
Posted By mlumia
We semi unhook

I would be super careful about opening slides if not level. For front to back leveling I simply unhitch from the ball BUT not move the truck if we only have to raise the front. If we have to lower...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-19-2023, 01:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,270
Posted By mlumia
I started with a Progressive EMS but moved over...

I started with a Progressive EMS but moved over to a Hughs Autoformer which provides the same surge protection as Progressive but will also pull more current when there is a drop in voltage which...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-28-2023, 07:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,668
Posted By mlumia
Go with an inverter due to the cleaner power...

Go with an inverter due to the cleaner power output. I've used Predator generators and they are good. With our newer TT, I upgraded to 2 Honda 2200i (main and companion) - super quite and with the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-13-2021, 04:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,575
Posted By mlumia
i have both a Progressive 30Amp which provides...

i have both a Progressive 30Amp which provides 1,790 joules of protection and I just picked up a Hughs Autoformers RV 2130-SP which provides 2,400 joules of protection and can be replaced.

We...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-13-2021, 04:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,080
Posted By mlumia
Whatever water carrying solution you decide on,...

Whatever water carrying solution you decide on, please, please, please ensure that the material is food-grade. While I agree that going with a trash can is much less expensive, the resulting impact...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-06-2021, 09:38 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,944
Posted By mlumia
Removing/Replacing Zerk Fittings

I use the following tool to remove zerk fittings that go bust:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0779JDQ18/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Make sure you get the correct size, from...
Forum: Product Reviews and Evaluations 06-28-2021, 09:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,630
Posted By mlumia
Predator Generators

Hi All,

I am looking for a good portable generator and am thinking about the Predator brand vs Honda. Does anyone have any good or bad experiences with Predator? Was looking at Honda but it is...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 02-24-2021, 03:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,148
Posted By mlumia
Check out these videos from My RV Works

Hi,

Sounds like you are still under warrantee so getting it fixed under that would be your best bet.

That said do check out the troubleshooting videos on My RV Works - Darren is super...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-24-2021, 02:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,881
Posted By mlumia
Check out these videos from My RV Works

Hi,

I had similar issues with our old JayFeather and ended up installing a frig vent fan and a new Dinosaur control board.

Do check out the troubleshooting videos on My RV Works - Darren is...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-07-2021, 12:50 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 17,935
Posted By mlumia
Three Words

Gravity. insurance. Will.

.................
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 01-30-2021, 03:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,305
Posted By mlumia
Mother’s Works GREAT

Hi All,

I used Mother’ ceramic coating at the beginning of last year on our TT and it has been super! Water beads up consistently and we’ve seen heavy weather on our travels. This year I am...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-24-2021, 10:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,748
Posted By mlumia
Simple Green

What I have been doing for the past 15 years after dumping my tanks is do drop 1/2 cup of full strength Simple Green down both black and grey tanks along with 10 gallons of water. On the drive home...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 01-03-2021, 03:32 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 10,508
Posted By mlumia
Pretty Comprehensive Solar Doc

Hi, I am in the same space as yourself and found this very good comprehensive doc by RV With Tito: https://pages.rvwithtito.com/free-solar-panel-guide. He has lots of other links on solar from his...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 12-17-2020, 02:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,989
Posted By mlumia
Check out these videos from My RV Works

Hi,

Darren is an awesome RV tech and has numerous frig videos - on our old Jayfeather I followed his tips on close out voids over the frig and it made our unit super efficient for very little...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 12-17-2020, 02:08 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,234
Posted By mlumia
Answered my own question BUT still would like to know other options

I just checked out Amazon and there is a variety of locking systems for batteries. While I like the diamond plate boxes, they are pricey - the shackle device looks promising. Both would need a...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 12-17-2020, 01:20 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,234
Posted By mlumia
Lion Security - What are folks using

Hi All,

I currently use 2 Optima AGM Yellow top batteries and will move to Lion after we install solar. The only concern I have with Lion batteries is securing them so that it is hard to steal...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-10-2020, 05:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,899
Posted By mlumia
Alternative to a Bag

I started storing my EMS under the RV on top of a 4x4 for the ultimate protection. I run a 30A extension cord from the pedestal to under the RV, plug in the EMS and the RV cord from the EMS to the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-10-2020, 05:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,668
Posted By mlumia
Check the ignitor wire for a short

Just helped a friend with a similar issue and it was a short in the wire that runs to the ignitor. Also, there is a great RV 'fix it' site that we stumbled on - this guy is AWESOME - he digs into...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-26-2020, 11:05 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 21,664
Posted By mlumia
Chill and keep it simple and green

Sensors are a pain but, I learned that one can get and keep them clean this way: assuming you can dump before you break camp, fill 1/8 to 1/4 the capacity of your tank with 1/4 cup of full strength...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-31-2020, 10:39 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 32,149
Posted By mlumia
Tank management

For odor control and tissue breakdown we use a shelf product that does not contain formaldehyde.

For sensor cleaning, after flushing out our tanks at the campground or a dump station, I add 1/4...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-31-2020, 10:37 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 32,149
Posted By mlumia
For odor control and tissue breakdown we use a...

For odor control and tissue breakdown we use a shelf product that does not contain formaldehyde.

For sensor cleaning, after flushing out our tanks at the campground or a dump station, I add 1/4...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 06-27-2013, 04:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,036
Posted By mlumia
Many thanks Snake!!! I'll try back on the site...

Many thanks Snake!!! I'll try back on the site every now and then to see if it is up. I also talked to Jayco Customer Service and they can help me but I need to have my serial of VIN # first - I'll...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-27-2013, 03:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 18,257
Posted By mlumia
After rinsing out my tanks at the campsite. I...

After rinsing out my tanks at the campsite. I have been using a cup of Simple Green concentrate in each of my Black and Gray tanks and then add 5 gallons of water and then drive home. There is a...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 06-27-2013, 10:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,036
Posted By mlumia
Need a schema for my 2005 Jayfeather 19H

I have some minor water damage to the shelf by the tip-out queen bed (front of camper) and the flooring under that spot (inside the utility access door). I'm looking for a schema that will tell me...
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