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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-13-2019, 04:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,769
Posted By Collinp
Thanks for the input. You inspired me to do some...

Thanks for the input. You inspired me to do some more research. I have found that the camper has 2 4400 lb axles. So, for example, if I am loaded at 8700 lbs GVW with 1000 lbs of tongue weight I...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-12-2019, 09:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,769
Posted By Collinp
Why do White Hawks have such a low GVWR?

I am looking at a 2019 WH 32 KBS and I noticed, as did one other on the forum, that the GVWR is low for a ~38' trailer. I did some research and the other brands ultra light of similar size all have...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-12-2019, 03:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,949
Posted By Collinp
They all measure this way and other comparable...

They all measure this way and other comparable ~38' TTs have a GVWR of 10-11k lbs
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-12-2019, 03:10 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,949
Posted By Collinp
I have sent a message to Jayco customer care to...

I have sent a message to Jayco customer care to see if they have a good answer. I've looked at the comparable length Jay flight and they have a GVWR of 10,950 which makes more sense for a ~38'...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-12-2019, 02:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,949
Posted By Collinp
My concern exactly...I'm not sure what to do with...

My concern exactly...I'm not sure what to do with that info. Based upon my previous Jayco experience I trust the company but...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-08-2019, 11:58 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,949
Posted By Collinp
Wow, sorry to hear that. I have not had that...

Wow, sorry to hear that. I have not had that kind of experience with either of our Jayco campers. Hope you get it worked out. I know Jayco has stood behind the warranty for us. At the 26 month...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 01-08-2019, 11:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,582
Posted By Collinp
What about the Reese steadi flex hitch? I am...

What about the Reese steadi flex hitch? I am seriously thinking this might be the one. I like that it uses friction material instead of just steel on steel friction, it doesn't appear to need any...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 01-08-2019, 11:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,582
Posted By Collinp
I just weighed my current rig and found I have...

I just weighed my current rig and found I have more tongue weight than I expected and was over the limit of my load bars so this makes total sense. The yellow sticker weight is just over 8000 lbs. ...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-05-2019, 07:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,949
Posted By Collinp
Good to know because the way the floor flexes in...

Good to know because the way the floor flexes in my 2014 drives me nuts.

Credit app is in...trigger has been pulled!

Since you mentioned a broken fridge...the bottom hinge on our fridge door...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-05-2019, 07:23 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,949
Posted By Collinp
Thanks, Wow 6 trips in a 2019 TT! That's a lot...

Thanks, Wow 6 trips in a 2019 TT! That's a lot of camping. Happy for you!
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 01-05-2019, 05:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,582
Posted By Collinp
Which WDH is best for me?

We are upgrading to a White Hawk 32KBS ~8000 lbs 800 lb tongue weight from a 27RBOK ~6000 lb 600 lb tongue weight and I want to get a new hitch with the new camper.

I currently have the old...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-05-2019, 03:32 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,949
Posted By Collinp
2015 Ram 2500 6.4 hemi

2015 Ram 2500 6.4 hemi
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-05-2019, 02:22 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,949
Posted By Collinp
Any 2019 White Hawk owners out there?

We are seriously considering pulling the trigger on a 2019 White Hawk 32 KBS this weekend and I was wondering if anyone has any experience with this model or general 2019 White Hawk experience you'd...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 12-05-2018, 04:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,692
Posted By Collinp
Great idea! I have access to a free scale on a...

Great idea! I have access to a free scale on a military base so I could easily do that. Thanks!

I plan to get a hitch welded to the frame.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 12-05-2018, 02:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,692
Posted By Collinp
Anyone tried hauling ~300 lbs on back of tt?

I am considering getting a scooter (200 lbs) to take with when we camp. I have 2 options to haul it. 1) lift it or roll it up a ramp into the back of my truck 2) get a receiver welded on my trailer...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 09-26-2018, 04:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By Collinp
I don't think it's the seal but I will put my ear...

I don't think it's the seal but I will put my ear to the floor, seals and under the trailer while my wife moves the slide. I should be able to tell where it is coming from. Since you mentioned it I...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 09-26-2018, 03:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By Collinp
Noisey Slide

My slide room make a pretty loud squealing noise when moving. I have lubed the gear track and is doesn't seem to change. I have the enclosed underbelly so I can't see all the mechanics to the slide...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 09-22-2018, 04:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,865
Posted By Collinp
My camper is 4 years old and the only evidence...

My camper is 4 years old and the only evidence that it needs attention is the bead of sealant around the fixtures is cracking. Should I assume the butyl tape on the fixtures needs to be re-done...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 09-22-2018, 03:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,865
Posted By Collinp
I was about to post a similar question about...

I was about to post a similar question about sealant...I need to re-seal the fixtures on the outside of my TT. Am I correct in understanding that I can just go over the factory sealant with new OSI...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-22-2018, 03:51 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,003
Posted By Collinp
I'm surprised the house breaker didn't open. I...

I'm surprised the house breaker didn't open. I couldn't run my AC with the 30a plugged directly into a 15a outlet; the circuit breaker would open. I now have a dedicated 20a circuit and it will run...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 09-01-2018, 02:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,192
Posted By Collinp
Any clearance issues when turning sharp with the...

Any clearance issues when turning sharp with the back of your TV with that setup?
Forum: Campfire Chat 09-01-2018, 02:12 PM
Replies: 983
Views: 93,666
Posted By Collinp
I don't always drink beer, but when I do it's Bud...

I don't always drink beer, but when I do it's Bud light Platinum or Land shark...Lagers all the way!
Forum: Campfire Chat 09-01-2018, 02:06 PM
Replies: 897
Views: 218,756
Posted By Collinp
We had a faucet in our camper that would swivel...

We had a faucet in our camper that would swivel until it was over the floor off the counter and the sink. I turned on the water without checking it and sure enough it was on and pouring water on the...
Forum: Campfire Chat 09-01-2018, 01:56 PM
Replies: 897
Views: 218,756
Posted By Collinp
Did the same thing getting off of I-40 towards...

Did the same thing getting off of I-40 towards Gatlinburg. Might have even been the same place? Thankfully I didn't go far before I realized it was a mistake and found a VERY difficult place to turn...
Forum: Campfire Chat 09-01-2018, 01:53 PM
Replies: 897
Views: 218,756
Posted By Collinp
Oh my, where to start? -- Forgot to put my draw...

Oh my, where to start?
-- Forgot to put my draw bar pin in and pulled off; tongue of the camper and hitch hit the ground, thankfully it was in gravel, I hadn't gone but 20' and chains engaged the...
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