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Forum: Jayco Hybrids 08-10-2017, 08:38 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 23,873
Posted By charles_cincy
Define "too cold"... I've used a tent at -50...

Define "too cold"...

I've used a tent at -50 F.... :eek:

The family has been comfortable in our x23B into the 30's.

Turn the heater on, perhaps the AC fan to circulate the air better if you...
Forum: Jayco Mods 08-07-2017, 03:35 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 18,311
Posted By charles_cincy
So what's everybody's opinion on the suitability...

So what's everybody's opinion on the suitability of these brackets for a x23B? (GVWR 4950#)

I'm a software guy...not a hardware guy ;)

Thanks!
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-13-2017, 10:11 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 28,106
Posted By charles_cincy
I'd also like to hear how it goes... I have...

I'd also like to hear how it goes...

I have a 2011 x23B with the Norco brackets that I need lifted.

How did you get these brackets?

Thanks!
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 05-08-2017, 03:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,529
Posted By charles_cincy
We have a 2011 and we love ours. We make the kids...

We have a 2011 and we love ours. We make the kids sleep in the back. That way we can have the rest of the trailer to ourselves once they go to bed.

I can see us sleeping in the back when they...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-02-2017, 05:38 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,489
Posted By charles_cincy
All of that, plus a different frame!...

All of that, plus a different frame! https://www.jaycoowners.com/forums/images/smilies/eek.gif

Thus the reason they are hard to find...they basically didn't build any in 2015...the attachment is...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-20-2017, 01:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,655
Posted By charles_cincy
Check the manual for your TV... Often 150#...

Check the manual for your TV...

Often 150# driver is included in tow ratings, but *NOT* payload capacity...

So there goes another 150#
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 03-16-2017, 06:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,965
Posted By charles_cincy
Question New tires for x23B - Maxxis, Carlisle, or Goodyear

So looking for new tires for my 2011 x23B

I know Maxxis is well liked....but Carlisle offers both load range C (1480#) & D (1710#) in a ST185/80R13; the Maxxis is just available in C (1380#) .
...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-21-2016, 08:27 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,912
Posted By charles_cincy
12+ years from when I got it, 198K miles... ...

12+ years from when I got it, 198K miles...

2006 Honda Ridgeline...just started towing with in Oct 2014
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-14-2016, 02:55 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 13,276
Posted By charles_cincy
The US Army requires ground guides when moving...

The US Army requires ground guides when moving vehicles, forward or backward, in assembly areas or motor pools.

My man card is quite secure even after asking my wife to spot for me. ;)
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 09-08-2016, 12:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,205
Posted By charles_cincy
Not unusual. Cable companies compress the signal...

Not unusual. Cable companies compress the signal to a much higher degree than OTA broadcasters in order to provide those 100's of channels to you.

Since the compression used is "lossy", it...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-31-2016, 10:08 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 30,435
Posted By charles_cincy
Dang you guys are like a bucket of cold...

Dang you guys are like a bucket of cold water...considering a job offer in UT and after reading this thread went to see what their requirements were...

Wow..$200 for a new car, $100 for my 11 year...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-18-2016, 08:13 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,343
Posted By charles_cincy
FYI...my understanding is that if you blow a tire...

FYI...my understanding is that if you blow a tire on a dual axle trailer, you should replace both tires on that side.

I suppose the assumption is that the remaining tire would have been damaged by...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 08-08-2016, 09:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,310
Posted By charles_cincy
I suggest contacting Reese... Blue-Ox...

I suggest contacting Reese...

Blue-Ox recommended 550# over the 750# for my x23B & TV.
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 07-27-2016, 11:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,683
Posted By charles_cincy
No, those are "Pop-Up Gizmo's" aka PUGS ...

No, those are "Pop-Up Gizmo's" aka PUGS
PopupGizmos (https://www.popupgizmos.com/)

The the DIY version is a cheap heavy duty "space blanket"...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 07-27-2016, 09:12 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,683
Posted By charles_cincy
It doesn't have to be outside. Radiant barriers...

It doesn't have to be outside. Radiant barriers work on inside of the transmissive material. Case in point, you can install Reflectix inside your attic and block 95% of the radiant heat from the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-20-2016, 12:44 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,009
Posted By charles_cincy
You could conceivably change tires, suspension,...

You could conceivably change tires, suspension, brakes, possibly even axles, ect...and end up with a truck capable of handling the load. But you'd have a tough time calculating a new "max load"
...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-20-2016, 11:33 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,009
Posted By charles_cincy
Tires are a factor, but in the OP's case, I...

Tires are a factor, but in the OP's case, I wouldn't expect them to be the limiting factor.

My P rated tires have a max load of 2039#. My GVWR is 6050#. My payload is 1530#. So my tires could...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-19-2016, 09:45 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,009
Posted By charles_cincy
Pretty sure the 1091# number assumes a 150#...

Pretty sure the 1091# number assumes a 150# driver and a full tank of gas.

You can check it easily enough. Fill the tank and take the truck to a scale.

Your max payload = 7200# GVWR - (scale...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 07-13-2016, 02:32 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,757
Posted By charles_cincy
We tend to rush out of town after work...so we...

We tend to rush out of town after work...so we usually stop at a Skyline Chili on the way. It's quick and all 4 of us like it well enough.

We've also done red beans, sausage & rice at the...
Forum: Welcome Mat 07-12-2016, 07:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,748
Posted By charles_cincy
8K is overkill. The lowest e2 makes is a 4500#...

8K is overkill. The lowest e2 makes is a 4500# trunnion, that's the one I'd ask for.

I'm not sure if you'll need WDH and/or sway control. Does your TV manual recommend a WDH above a certain...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 07-11-2016, 02:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,540
Posted By charles_cincy
Contact Jayco with your VIN...they can send you...

Contact Jayco with your VIN...they can send you the plans that show the structure of that wall.

Our 2011 x23b including a wood panel in the wall at that location to mount a TV. But if your 2006...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-08-2016, 07:23 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,272
Posted By charles_cincy
But you TV provides 12v DC...your fridge probably...

But you TV provides 12v DC...your fridge probably needs 120v AC.

Even if you added an inverter to provide 120v from the batteries. Your TV is only designed to keep the TT battery charged when...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 07-06-2016, 07:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,107
Posted By charles_cincy
If it were me, I'd try replacing the connector...

If it were me, I'd try replacing the connector first. Just cut off the old one and put on a new one.
https://www.parts-express.com/cat/rca-connectors/1509

If that doesn't work, see if the...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 06-30-2016, 03:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,272
Posted By charles_cincy
It doesn't. Level is only a requirement when the...

It doesn't. Level is only a requirement when the TT is stationary; as the fluid & vapors are dependent on gravity pulling them down.

When moving, the motion of the TT keeps fluid & vapor moving.
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 06-27-2016, 03:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,655
Posted By charles_cincy
Duct Tape--Ok (I use Gorilla Tape;) . Silicone...

Duct Tape--Ok (I use Gorilla Tape;) .
Silicone Sealer--Not so good.

Silicone doesn't stick very well to many (most? all?) RV surfaces...especially rubber roofs.

Better to have available
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