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Forum: Tech Talk 12-09-2015, 01:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,054
Posted By djtho1
I have a Viair ordered after reading good reviews...

I have a Viair ordered after reading good reviews of it. It is 12-volt only, but it has a 100% duty cycle.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-02-2015, 01:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,803
Posted By djtho1
Another option is a full size van. We towed...

Another option is a full size van. We towed several trailers with a 2002 E-350 with the 7.3 Powerstroke. Ours had a 4x4 conversion so it was a little different, but it pulled great and we could fit...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-02-2015, 01:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,478
Posted By djtho1
I PM'd him my experience and have not heard back....

I PM'd him my experience and have not heard back. Being a full-timer, we are not likely to be near our selling dealer when we have waranty issues, as we have now. We have had some, shall we say,...
Forum: Welcome Mat 12-02-2015, 01:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,259
Posted By djtho1
Welcome as well! We are fulltimers currently...

Welcome as well! We are fulltimers currently located just south of you in Pismo. I was curious as to what dealer you used and if they seem good. I need some warranty work done and am looking for...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 12-01-2015, 02:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,109
Posted By djtho1
We full time with a Jayco Seismic. I can say that...

We full time with a Jayco Seismic. I can say that we have not yet any problems with pin box failure. I can also say that we have not checked our weights either, but with four kids I figure we are...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 11-23-2015, 01:20 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,622
Posted By djtho1
I also prefer 4WD. I have used the 4WD on road...

I also prefer 4WD. I have used the 4WD on road and in campgrounds, but even more often I use low range 2WD (old truck, manual front hubs). It lets me make easier, slower movements getting into sites...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-21-2015, 09:36 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,261
Posted By djtho1
What if the power fails?

What if the power fails?
Forum: Jayco Toy Haulers 10-20-2015, 08:16 AM
Replies: 200
Views: 69,712
Posted By djtho1
Jayco's system is not really advertised...

Jayco's system is not really advertised correctly. Groundcontrol uses four jacks to level and then puts the middle jacks down until they touch for extra stability. we have four kids, and you can...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-16-2015, 07:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,800
Posted By djtho1
You can also put a little electric heater down...

You can also put a little electric heater down there in the basement if it gets too cold. I have used one of those ceramic disc heaters before.
Forum: Campgrounds and Attractions 10-16-2015, 01:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,633
Posted By djtho1
Two sites to check out would be Gone with the...

Two sites to check out would be Gone with the Wynns and Technomadia. They both went to Alaska this summer and did it differently, each mentioning some of what you are thinking of. Definitely worth a...
Forum: Jayco Pop Up Campers 10-16-2015, 01:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,437
Posted By djtho1
You could also have an obstruction in the big...

You could also have an obstruction in the big tube that passes through the water heater. Wasps love to build nests in there. I have had to flush that with water before. X2 on the burner tip as well.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-16-2015, 01:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,800
Posted By djtho1
One thing to remember is that an electric heater...

One thing to remember is that an electric heater will not heat the basement. That being said, I have run a heater in the living area and one in the basement when we had the electric available and...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-16-2015, 01:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,925
Posted By djtho1
I have towed a 32BHDS up and down the east coast...

I have towed a 32BHDS up and down the east coast and cross country out to Washington. I cannot recommend a F-150 for this package. From your first post, you are doing your calculations at less than...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-15-2015, 12:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,800
Posted By djtho1
We have camped in our seismic down to 10 degrees...

We have camped in our seismic down to 10 degrees without any issues (Oklahoma blizzard). For quick overnights we don't hook up to water or sewer because the valves are very cranky and, um, sticky at...
Forum: Boondocking 10-15-2015, 10:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,232
Posted By djtho1
We would use a regular RV water pump mounted to a...

We would use a regular RV water pump mounted to a board. With the big bladder or a large water tank (we carried 70 gallons in a truck bed tank) you can then hook it to the city water inlet and...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-14-2015, 01:51 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,525
Posted By djtho1
The easiest and most versatile thing I have used,...

The easiest and most versatile thing I have used, and this is old school, are 2x6 boards. With one 8 foot board I can make 2 three foot boards for the wheels and one 2 foot board for a jack. Cut each...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-14-2015, 01:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,544
Posted By djtho1
I agree with mike to an extent. The two problems...

I agree with mike to an extent. The two problems I see are the mismatched floor patterns, and that any seams, even ones covered by the strips, will allow water to get through the floor to the...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-14-2015, 12:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,544
Posted By djtho1
I can definitely see the issue with the walls,...

I can definitely see the issue with the walls, but why wouldn't they just replace all of the vinyl that is connected? The first time someone trips on the seam it is, if nothing else, a liability...
Forum: Jayco Toy Haulers 10-13-2015, 09:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,659
Posted By djtho1
Having a Seismic myself, I like your points, but...

Having a Seismic myself, I like your points, but I would look at other things as well. How do the pin boxes compare? How about the suspension and frame? Holding tank capacity? The Jayco also uses an...
Forum: Jayco Toy Haulers 10-13-2015, 09:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,737
Posted By djtho1
It all depends on use. We just were out for 3...

It all depends on use. We just were out for 3 days with our rig (seismic 3712) and did not even fill the gray tanks to 1/3. Now, we used a combination of paper and regular plates and silverware so we...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-12-2015, 11:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,525
Posted By djtho1
We definitely want more room than that. 20x40 is...

We definitely want more room than that. 20x40 is not enough room to breathe for us, so we stick to the other areas. We find it more fun out there.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-12-2015, 01:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,525
Posted By djtho1
Martinsville is where we have set up like this....

Martinsville is where we have set up like this. We try to camp away from the "packed in so tight you can't breathe" areas that are level so it gets to be inventive. We camped above the racetrack on...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-12-2015, 01:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,525
Posted By djtho1
We used to do this all the time while NASCAR...

We used to do this all the time while NASCAR camping. retract the front jack with the front stabilizers down, put more blocks in, then extend the front jack. Repeat as necessary until it is level. I...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 10-12-2015, 01:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,585
Posted By djtho1
Too much risk for me. Will there still be some...

Too much risk for me. Will there still be some water left in the pump? Will there still be some in the bottom of the hot water tank that can freeze? Will there still be some in some corner of the...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 10-12-2015, 12:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,585
Posted By djtho1
Technically you can blow out your lines with air,...

Technically you can blow out your lines with air, but you can't get your various traps and things. When I winterize, I use antifreeze and then open my low point drains to get most of it out. I have...
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