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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 12-08-2021, 07:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,756
Posted By marciaandre
Depends on where you are traveling

We took a trip into Baja a few years ago. We were advised to carry a spare leaf spring and wheel bearings. We didn't need either, but folks we were traveling with were sure glad we had a spare...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-18-2021, 05:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,904
Posted By marciaandre
I have been one of CW's biggest critics over the...

I have been one of CW's biggest critics over the years, but recently decided to give them another chance. I was so surprised to get a quick appointment for the premium inspection service. The...
Forum: Tech Talk 08-10-2021, 09:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,676
Posted By marciaandre
We installed a simple toggle switch to turn off...

We installed a simple toggle switch to turn off the entertainment features of our 23 RB to eliminate the latent power draw from all the lights. Everything else we have latent draw from is...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 04-17-2021, 12:36 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,013
Posted By marciaandre
Like others, we carry a few gallons, but we...

Like others, we carry a few gallons, but we strive to have all tanks empty in order to reduce weight. We do check ahead to make sure we can fill up close to our destination however.
Forum: Fulltiming and Snowbirds 01-27-2021, 03:57 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 11,176
Posted By marciaandre
My favorites revolve around bush craft - or...

My favorites revolve around bush craft - or making crafts from things I find while camping. Painted rocks is an easy one with a small painting kit. Pine needle baskets are fun, and you have a...
Forum: Campgrounds and Attractions 10-30-2020, 09:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,929
Posted By marciaandre
One thing that could be contributing to this is...

One thing that could be contributing to this is that NM State Parks are only open to NM residents. We recently camped in 4 state parks, and in each occasion they required a state ID. If this...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-28-2020, 10:03 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,977
Posted By marciaandre
Record levels of new folks have gotten into...

Record levels of new folks have gotten into RV-ing this year due to the virus. You've heard about the backlog of orders for new rigs and parts I would imagine? Or seen the empty lots? I've been...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-28-2020, 04:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,977
Posted By marciaandre
To the OP - the first few trips in a new RV can...

To the OP - the first few trips in a new RV can be a little bit frustrating, but you will get your groove soon. Try not to blame too much on Jayco as most companies use the same essential...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-30-2020, 12:51 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,553
Posted By marciaandre
My pet peeve occurs in campgrounds with small...

My pet peeve occurs in campgrounds with small spaces and full hookups. Don't leave your sewer line connected, particularly when it is just a couple of feet from my picnic table. Sure, dump when...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-27-2020, 07:31 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,337
Posted By marciaandre
The day after we picked up our new Jayco, I made...

The day after we picked up our new Jayco, I made a one night reservation at our local KOA about 5 miles from home. I told them that it was our first time out, and they offered help. They...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 12-07-2019, 02:19 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,701
Posted By marciaandre
We went through a similar analysis last year. ...

We went through a similar analysis last year. The thinking was why not upgrade our 23 RB? Frankly I had trailer-envy from our good friends new trailer. Then we took an extended trip down to the...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 11-30-2019, 02:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,939
Posted By marciaandre
We have traveled multiple times between Florida...

We have traveled multiple times between Florida and New Mexico during the winter months. We live in New Mexico, near Albuquerque, and have never pumped antifreeze into our systems. We blow out...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-06-2019, 05:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 860
Posted By marciaandre
Cranky Propane Detector - Solved

Last week, while camping in Utah, our propane alert started chiming. We checked everything that uses gas, and it seemed like everything was off and not leaking. We didn't smell anything either. ...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 09-08-2019, 10:49 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,752
Posted By marciaandre
After a few years of struggle to make our walk...

After a few years of struggle to make our walk around queen every morning, we tried something new this year. We simply abandoned the top sheet, instead opting to just use our washable puffy...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 09-03-2019, 10:34 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,525
Posted By marciaandre
We ran Carlisle tires for 3 years. They seemed...

We ran Carlisle tires for 3 years. They seemed to wear ok, and might have had another year on them. However, we were headed to the tip of Baja, so wanted to make sure all was good. We put on the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-28-2019, 02:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,023
Posted By marciaandre
When we bought our 23, the grill and quick...

When we bought our 23, the grill and quick connect was included. It took us awhile to enjoy cooking on the grill, as we were mostly used to cooking on a fire. After a bit of time, we figured out...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-25-2019, 07:55 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,525
Posted By marciaandre
One thing to consider is - where are you going...

One thing to consider is - where are you going on this 5000 mile trip? If the answer takes you way off the beaten track, get new tires. We headed down to Baja this year with about 4 seasons on...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 04-20-2019, 12:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,883
Posted By marciaandre
Great tip about Verizon's 55 and older unlimited...

Great tip about Verizon's 55 and older unlimited plan, but not here in New Mexico - darn it!
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-20-2019, 02:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,048
Posted By marciaandre
Hi everyone, I appreciate all the responses that...

Hi everyone, I appreciate all the responses that I received, so want to let you know what happened! We went ahead and bought the spare leaf spring which was fairly inexpensive. And were we ever...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-08-2019, 10:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,048
Posted By marciaandre
Thanks everybody. I'm trying to figure out...

Thanks everybody. I'm trying to figure out where to get this stuff and exactly what to order. It sounds like I need to visit the storage lot and measure the leaf spring so that I know the eye to...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-07-2019, 02:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,048
Posted By marciaandre
Spare leaf spring and wheel bearings

We are going on a caravan to Baja next month with our Jayco travel trailer. We have been advised to carry a spare leaf spring and wheel bearing for our trailer. It's a 23RB and almost 4 years...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-09-2018, 07:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,589
Posted By marciaandre
Connections on right side?

I was looking at a new Jayco - Jayflight SLX 285 RLSW, and surprised to see the water and electric connections on the right side near the doors, and under the awning. This seems like it would be...
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