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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-01-2018, 05:59 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,227
Posted By need-a-vacation
Gryphon, Glad to hear you’re back on the...

Gryphon,

Glad to hear you’re back on the road, and nothing major happened!!!

In regards to a jack kit, I put one together that uses a 4 ton bottle jack, and some 2x8s (may be 2x6s, would have...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-21-2018, 05:17 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 19,383
Posted By need-a-vacation
In my opinion David pretty much nailed it!!! The...

In my opinion David pretty much nailed it!!! The rear wall is the thing that hurts fuel mileage the worst. Not that towing a high walled rolling brick is going to result in great mileage, but an...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-18-2018, 09:23 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 27,688
Posted By need-a-vacation
I have a couple new mods finished to add to the...

I have a couple new mods finished to add to the list.

I finally replaced the bathroom faucet. We just need to pick up a small power strip with a 90* plug as the faucet blocks the outlet some.

I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-18-2018, 09:14 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 63,609
Posted By need-a-vacation
‘16 Jay Flight 32 BHDS

1440lbs tw. I don’t recall the total rig weight, but it was close to the gvwr.

CAT Scale.

Reese Dual Cam w/ 1500lb bars.

Heavy. In the front pass through: Weber Q220, Camp Chef Explorer 2...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 06-17-2018, 08:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,026
Posted By need-a-vacation
Slide Topper Question

For those that added a slide topper after owning the rig for a short time, did you find the slide topper helped keep the inside of the rig slightly cooler when your camp site didn’t have any shade? ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-28-2018, 07:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,745
Posted By need-a-vacation
AJ, Like Rustic mentioned, the DC system is...

AJ,

Like Rustic mentioned, the DC system is going to provide the best sway control.

I’m not that familiar with the SF system from Reese. Looks like a newer. Edison if the SC system. One thing...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 05-28-2018, 04:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,132
Posted By need-a-vacation
Welcome!!! As for which brand would we...

Welcome!!!

As for which brand would we suggest going with, you are on a brand specific site!!! Lol

Honestly, we chose between a Catalina and Jay Flight, and the Jay Flight won. We bought our...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 05-28-2018, 04:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,393
Posted By need-a-vacation
74, Does your truck have the tow package? If...

74,

Does your truck have the tow package? If so, then it should have additional cooling for the trans. Guessing it does if you have the tow/haul selector, as I think that was part of the tow...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 05-22-2018, 04:45 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 593
Posted By need-a-vacation
Rebates For New Tires This Week!

Discount Tire and I believe Belle Tire also, are having a Memorial Day Sale this Fri & Sat!!!

Rebates (at discount) up to $100 for a set of four “best” rated tires (good & better are less), plus...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 05-22-2018, 04:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 15,072
Posted By need-a-vacation
I will also suggest running at 65psi.

I will also suggest running at 65psi.
Forum: Jayco Mods 05-19-2018, 11:45 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,150
Posted By need-a-vacation
As I mentioned, those “tabs” on the bottom of the...

As I mentioned, those “tabs” on the bottom of the frame are for the factory Jayco rear cargo hitch. Follow the link in my quoted post and scroll down on page 1 for pics of the cargo hitch.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-15-2018, 08:31 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 23,216
Posted By need-a-vacation
Uh Oh, Welcome and congrats on looking at a...

Uh Oh,

Welcome and congrats on looking at a new rig!!!

Few things:

Where did you find that your truck has 1529lbs of payload? Is it per the door jamb sticker of your truck? I know the door...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-14-2018, 06:22 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 84,521
Posted By need-a-vacation
Thank you Force!!!

Thank you Force!!!
Forum: Campfire Chat 05-14-2018, 06:16 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,939
Posted By need-a-vacation
Coke! Beer is in the cooler on ice.

Coke!

Beer is in the cooler on ice.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-12-2018, 08:41 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 84,521
Posted By need-a-vacation
Tom, Great mods!!! How is your flag...

Tom,

Great mods!!!

How is your flag pole holding up after almost 2yrs? And could you repost the what flag pole you went with please? The link now brings up a a solar flag pole light.

TY!
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-12-2018, 08:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,672
Posted By need-a-vacation
Where did you buy the tire/jack pole base from? ...

Where did you buy the tire/jack pole base from?

And how is the HF flag pole holding up? What is the base section diameter?

I have been looking at 20’ flag poles again.

TY!
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-12-2018, 08:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,343
Posted By need-a-vacation
X whatever for two tanks, but only one sensor....

X whatever for two tanks, but only one sensor. Our tanks are tied together from the bottom of the tanks, at the tank drain. That is also where the pump draws from.

As mentioned, what rig do you...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-12-2018, 08:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,550
Posted By need-a-vacation
I have been looking as well for a stainless sink....

I have been looking as well for a stainless sink. I have a thread over in the general area to include those with other rigs besides trailers. They may not hang out here very often.

I haven’t found...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 05-12-2018, 07:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,530
Posted By need-a-vacation
TY Norty, will check them out.

TY Norty, will check them out.
Forum: Jayco Mods 05-12-2018, 07:41 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,150
Posted By need-a-vacation
Ibra, What year is your 28 BHBE? Is there a...

Ibra,

What year is your 28 BHBE? Is there a set of “tabs” welded to the bottom of the frame, near the rear? If so, Jayco has an optional rear cargo hitch that bolts to those “tabs”. Rated for...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 05-08-2018, 11:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,530
Posted By need-a-vacation
TY both for the help, ideas, and links!!! ...

TY both for the help, ideas, and links!!!

John,

I thought you may have had the kitchen sink posted somewhere in your thread, just didn’t know exactly where!!! Lol

Bass,

TY!!! The wet bar...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 05-07-2018, 08:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,530
Posted By need-a-vacation
Help Needed Finding Stainless Steel Sinks

I am looking into installing stainless steel sinks in the kitchen, bathroom, and outdoor kitchens in our 32 BHDS.

I haven’t really looked into the inside kitchen sink yet, but trying to find a...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-03-2018, 07:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,205
Posted By need-a-vacation
I stepped up to the 215/75/14 from the 205’s on...

I stepped up to the 215/75/14 from the 205’s on our old rig. Had plenty of room.

Just verify there is enough room for your rig and you should be good to go!!!
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 05-03-2018, 04:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,203
Posted By need-a-vacation
X2 on still having sufficient tw!!!

X2 on still having sufficient tw!!!
Forum: Welcome Mat 05-03-2018, 10:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,260
Posted By need-a-vacation
Congrats on your first rig and welcome! ...

Congrats on your first rig and welcome!

Make sure to have some paper and a pen/pencil on the counter to write needed things down as you think of them!!!

Chances are the included starter kit is...
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