Journey with Confidence RV GPS App RV Trip Planner RV LIFE Campground Reviews RV Maintenance Take a Speed Test Free 7 Day Trial ×
Jayco RV Owners Forum
 


Showing results 1 to 25 of 27
Search took 0.01 seconds.
Search: Posts Made By: Arctic Bos'un
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 06-06-2020, 08:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 907
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Thank you.

Thank you for giving me peace of mind.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 06-06-2020, 06:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 907
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Commode Mishap Question

Can anyone suggest an antidote for a TT commode that is in storage? I just learned that an adult relative with little sense used my commode while it was in storage. Perhaps a septic tank chemical...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-02-2019, 07:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,724
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
'tis a 20-footer with a wall unit.

The manufacturer lists my Jayco as a 20-footer. The existing A/C is a Frigidaire model FRA052XT7, measuring 16W x 12H x 13.5D. ‘tis as wall unit that is apparently intended for permanent...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-01-2019, 11:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,724
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Braw, very braw...

The outside photo depicting the cut-out, as well as the advice to tilt and remove the plug are all much appreciated.

Your Texas perspective is appreciated. There wasn’t much experience to be...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-30-2019, 09:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,724
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Thank you for solving the puzzle for me.

Thank you. Thank you. I had re-visited the storage yard today for further contemplation. It did seem that my next step would be from the outside. I remained reluctant to open a can of worms...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-29-2019, 11:02 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,336
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Consider the $140 an affordable insurance premium...

Consider the $140 an affordable insurance premium vis-à-vis the alternative of measurable costs in damage, delays, towing, as well as the immeasurable cost of discomfort and aggravation.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-29-2019, 12:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,724
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Thank you, you helped me progress further into this...

Thank you for pointing me in that direction. I found your suggestion useful.

Additional information discovered following your suggestion includes:

1). It seems that the current model...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-27-2019, 01:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,724
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Frigidaire Air Conditioner Model FRA052XT7

Please consider opining about the wall mount Frigidaire model FRA052XT7. ‘tis installed on a 20-foot, ,2013 Jayco, Jay Flight, Swift, SLX that we purchased second hand in 2015. The air conditioner...
Forum: Campgrounds and Attractions 11-21-2019, 08:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,865
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
TT Security While Parked at a Hotel as a Guest.

QUESTION:
Can anyone opine about parking a travel trailer in a hotel parking lot for two or three nights?
Can anyone suggest RV parking in the Waterford, MI area? The closest we can find is a 45...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 11-13-2019, 01:16 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,634
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KF8RXHQ/ref=dp_cerb_1...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KF8RXHQ/ref=dp_cerb_1

I've been ofttimes accused of "worrying to much" when 'tis a simple habit of mine to verify. I love the new [new for this septuagenarian] tire...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-05-2019, 01:36 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,997
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
The comment that liquid propane freezes at -40°f...

The comment that liquid propane freezes at -40°f got my attention. A quick Google search confirms that comment. I offer antidotal experience to the contrary. I do not recall any propane problems...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-15-2019, 11:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,437
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
‘tis more prudent to deter in my opinion than to...

‘tis more prudent to deter in my opinion than to detect. Having said that the inherent vulnerability of trailers compounded by your situation calls for detection cameras. An Internet search for...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 04-13-2019, 05:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 45,373
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
I ha'e a preference for agriculture service shops...

I ha'e a preference for agriculture service shops such as those that deal with horse and livestock trailers when it comes to bearings, axels, and such. I'm simply just more comfortable with...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 01-31-2019, 01:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,715
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Fret not. There are easier entry methods.

Locks are time-delay devices for deterring theft, not for preventing theft. Any lock can be defeated with sufficient time. Bank vaults take more time to defeat. Padlocks take less time to defeat.
...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-29-2018, 07:08 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 722
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Sault Sainte Marie International Bridge Question

Will someone please opine about towing a travel trailer across the Sault Sainte Marie International Bridge into city traffic on the Canadian side?

Our Jayco Jay Flight Swift SLX is approximately...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-19-2017, 10:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,407
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Thank your advice makes total sense to me. The...

Thank your advice makes total sense to me. The RV park at the local military base does have full hook ups. My plan was to do exactly as you recommended. The RV park employee that I spoke with on...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-18-2017, 12:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,407
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Thanks to all who posted suggestions about...

Thanks to all who posted suggestions about draining low points into a bucket or running RV antifreeze into grey and black water tanks. Your suggestions are immensely appreciated by this RV/TT...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-21-2016, 04:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,255
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Walking-the-Roof of a Jayco Swift SLX???

:confused: Is it safe to walk the roof of a Jayco Swift SLX?

An online video instruction for installing a winter cover on travel trailers depicts the owner/installer walking on the roof of his...
Forum: Campgrounds and Attractions 10-31-2016, 12:05 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,605
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Cross Country Travel Rest Stopping

Am planning a trip from Las Vegas to Michigan and back for September 2017. I am a RV/TT novice. I am towing a 20’ TT. My preference is to push on through to Michigan, stopping only for safe...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-19-2016, 01:23 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,125
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
‘tis unfortunate that the manufacturer as well as...

‘tis unfortunate that the manufacturer as well as the dealer are less than forthcoming about winterization. Makes one ponder another manufacturer and dealer when ‘tis time to upgrade. I saw nothing...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-14-2016, 02:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,628
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
What is the open/closed position on the two aft low-point drain

Can anyone please explain the open / closed position for the two aft drains on a Jayco Swift 185 SLX. The valves are designed as in-line valves, but are plumbed to the two main lines via a very...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 04-22-2016, 08:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 16,862
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
2015 Season: TT towed reasonably level and the...

2015 Season:
TT towed reasonably level and the propane refrigerator operated nicely.

2016 Season:
New tow vehicle shocks and springs raise the trailer tongue and tilts the trailer.
Of course I...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-22-2016, 08:15 PM
Replies: 735
Sticky: Poll: Travel Trailer Poll
Views: 397,898
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Ha'e 2013, 20-foot, Jayco Swift SLX: The...

Ha'e 2013, 20-foot, Jayco Swift SLX: The learning curve is challenging for a 1st time owner. Paid for winterization for the 1st year for peace-of-mind. I reside in the Mojave now, but recall frozen...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-19-2015, 09:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,452
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Where is the ignition point for the gas water heater?

Can anyone tell me where to ignite the gas water heater? I've observed two possible ignition-point orifices on the port side of our Jayco Swift TT. Your advice will help prevent me from sticking a...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-19-2015, 09:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,599
Posted By Arctic Bos'un
Generator Selection

:help: Please advise as to generator selection: Output capacity? Decibel range? Weight? Run time?

Our dry camp fishing trips are in jeopardy do to campfire smoke if I’m unable to remedy my...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 27

 
Forum Jump
Disclaimer:

This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by Jayco, Inc. or any of its affiliates. This is an independent, unofficial site.


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 08:00 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 1
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
Copyright 2002-2016 Social Knowledge, LLC All Rights Reserved.