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Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-21-2017, 01:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,002
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Champion Hybrid 3500/4000

My Champion Hybrid Inverter 3500 will run a stock Aircel 15K BTU at 10,000 feet above sea level, no problem.

When it's on park power, the AC draws 12 Amps, steady state. Also, it's quiet in the...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-17-2017, 02:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 964
Posted By Rivercityjeff
IMHO... Many folks "forget" to pack their...

IMHO...

Many folks "forget" to pack their bearings and roll on old tires just fine. How? I have no idea.

On the other hand, We tow about 5000-6000 miles a year. Year one, had the bearings...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-17-2017, 02:41 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 15,817
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Come to the darkside...Champion

Lots of folks LOVE their Honda or Yamaha generators. Got it. Flame me if you must.

However, my Champion Hybrid 3500/4000 starts one pull, (every time I remember to turn on the gas) has a 3 year...
Forum: Jayco Mods 09-01-2017, 07:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,498
Posted By Rivercityjeff
It's the same thing. The "hard start kit" is for...

It's the same thing. The "hard start kit" is for air conditioners that are hard to start. Some people call this making them do a soft start. So sure enough, some people call the "hard start kit" a...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-27-2017, 03:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,370
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Garner State Park - Saturday night dance under...

Garner State Park - Saturday night dance under the stars and float the Frio River
Pedenales River State Park - Got a fly rod?
Inks Lake State Park - Feed the deer, fish, do the marble water slide...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-23-2017, 05:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,171
Posted By Rivercityjeff
x2 Our TV stud is not under the sticker. ...

x2
Our TV stud is not under the sticker. Called Jayco, they emailed me the plans for my trailer (or at least my model), plus when asked, their approved screw size for TV mounts. Knocking to...
Forum: Jayco Mods 08-19-2017, 07:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,042
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Atlee, You are correct. Cost is a driving...

Atlee,

You are correct. Cost is a driving factor with RV sales and RV manufacturers are rapidly producing products to meet price points. Quality is a term thrown around by RV salesman to fool...
Forum: Jayco Mods 08-18-2017, 06:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,042
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Same thing

As my wife was leaning back in the dinette, the back released from the wall bracket and seat base. I re-enforced and fixed it on that camping trip with what I had in the tool box.

She was not...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-16-2017, 10:42 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,033
Posted By Rivercityjeff
I encourage everyone with an RV to get a Surge...

I encourage everyone with an RV to get a Surge Protector with digital readout!

20 years ago, we had popups, without a microwave, frig, or AC that needed protection. Back then, my inverter was...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-20-2017, 03:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,984
Posted By Rivercityjeff
What a drag

There are several types of drag but, in the RV arena we are most concerned with PARASITIC DRAG. Parasitic drag is a combination of form drag, skin friction drag and interference drag. The kicker is...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-19-2017, 05:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,051
Posted By Rivercityjeff
We have 10,000 miles on our Rainiers (C load...

We have 10,000 miles on our Rainiers (C load rating). Always at 50 psi and driven at 60-65 mph. No issues. We have Good Sam roadside, just in case...

Under inflation is death to tires. The hot...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-09-2017, 08:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,970
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Sure, I'm happy to help. We have a...

Sure, I'm happy to help.

We have a salesman contact with Crestview - Buda. They are the largest Jayco towable dealer in the USA. End of month (to make their quotas) and RV shows are great...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-09-2017, 07:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,327
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Foremost Ins. Same carrier as Good Sam but,...

Foremost Ins.

Same carrier as Good Sam but, $100 a year cheaper.

USAA member since 1982. Had horrible service in 2015 on a $115K water loss. They never sent an adjuster out, lost...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-09-2017, 06:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,970
Posted By Rivercityjeff
X2 We bought our 23RB in August of 2015. ...

X2

We bought our 23RB in August of 2015. Looked at the Murphy bed version and decided against it. However, Crestview RV was selling the Murphy bed models as fast as they could get them in.
...
Forum: Product Reviews and Evaluations 07-09-2017, 06:43 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 14,152
Posted By Rivercityjeff
X2 I installed the Sensarpro and a...

X2

I installed the Sensarpro and a Wingman. Added a standard cable wall plate next to the Sensarpro for a finished look. The audio makes it "dirt easy" to fine tune. Increased the number of...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 07-02-2017, 09:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,991
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Seal the crack on both sides with CA/Super glue. ...

Seal the crack on both sides with CA/Super glue. Works until the replacement arrives.

Actually survived several years after my wife said, "backing that popup is easy."
:eek:
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-02-2017, 09:42 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 12,759
Posted By Rivercityjeff
2006 Ford F-150 Supercrew 5.4l 4x4 Around town...

2006 Ford F-150 Supercrew 5.4l 4x4
Around town 13-14 mpg
Highway 16-17 mpg
Towing 5000# 60-65 mph gets 9-11 mpg
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-26-2017, 01:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 20,852
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Here you go, a recommendation from the horse's...

Here you go, a recommendation from the horse's mouth, 4000 watts (starting)

See bullet 3

Airxcel | RV Products | Troubleshooting (https://www.rvcomfort.com/rvp/service/electrical_qu.php)
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-26-2017, 01:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,736
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Norty, Norcold's rational was in keeping...

Norty,

Norcold's rational was in keeping with Mike's statement about the water in the scupper drain pan evaporating. We have not had any water on the wooden frame, yet.

I can see no harm in...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-26-2017, 12:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,736
Posted By Rivercityjeff
In or out? It depends on the manufacture of...

In or out?

It depends on the manufacture of your refrigerator.

I called Norcool and they told me to leave the tube in the scupper drain and not let it hang outside the cover.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-26-2017, 07:49 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 18,027
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Carlisle Trail HD ST205/75R15 D/8 from Wally World

My 2016 23RB came with Rainier 205/75/15 Radial Load C. We have 10,000 plus miles. No issues other than I do check and add air almost every trip.

Based on recent reviews, I am replacing them...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-14-2017, 12:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,967
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Easy Fishing Pole Storage in 23RB

Simple

4 - 1 1/2" Pipe hangers screwed into the upper front horizontal support in the pass-thru storage area.

32362 This photo is a view from the left side storage door.

32363 This photo...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-11-2017, 12:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,389
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Foam Time

Expanding Foam is your friend. It could add insulation and a little more stability to the door.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-11-2017, 07:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,987
Posted By Rivercityjeff
Oh, you will hear it in the TT ;) Unless you...

Oh, you will hear it in the TT ;) Unless you move it 25+ feet away and surround it with sandbags, Army style. At over 200 lbs, you'll need a friend or two to move it.

As others have mentioned,...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-11-2017, 07:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,987
Posted By Rivercityjeff
The Honda and Yamaha generators are the gold...

The Honda and Yamaha generators are the gold standard. Reliable and expensive.

Champion is a contractor grade generator. Less Expensive and has a 3 year guarantee.

When comparing generators...
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