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Forum: Campgrounds and Attractions 03-02-2024, 11:13 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,503
Posted By BuddyRay
The last time we went it was early spring. It...

The last time we went it was early spring. It was cold but, since we waited until most schools had restarted it was really nice - not massively crowded.
To get reservations Inside the National...
Forum: Jayco Mods 02-09-2023, 07:05 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 24,565
Posted By BuddyRay
Actually I get to Dallas quite a bit - my older...

Actually I get to Dallas quite a bit - my older daughter lives in Garland.
How much is it worth to you :-).
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 01-18-2023, 11:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,538
Posted By BuddyRay
Oh, I should also say that I'm not convinced the...

Oh, I should also say that I'm not convinced the extra money for the airborne version of the sidewinder was worth it - If I'm honest, I can't tell any difference in the ride.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 01-18-2023, 11:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,538
Posted By BuddyRay
I've been towing with a Reese Sidewinder for...

I've been towing with a Reese Sidewinder for about five years. It came on my Eagle LT from the factory so I've never towed a 5th wheel with anything else (towed TT for years).
I recently upgraded...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-18-2023, 10:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,421
Posted By BuddyRay
Yep. What JayFlightRisk said!

Yep. What JayFlightRisk said!
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 01-18-2023, 10:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,743
Posted By BuddyRay
I had the wire grounding out inside the axel...

I had the wire grounding out inside the axel problem too (I think they scrape the insulation off the wires as they are pulling them through the rough edges of the axel at the factory).
But in my...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-18-2023, 10:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,712
Posted By BuddyRay
Three parts to my answer: 1) the grey tank - no...

Three parts to my answer:
1) the grey tank - no need to dump until you have to.
2) the black tank - if you put a good black tank treatment product in the tank you can get by for a week or two - but...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-22-2022, 11:07 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,158
Posted By BuddyRay
I have to tell a "semi relevant" funny story...

I have to tell a "semi relevant" funny story here.
In addition to the line from the roof to the 'solar prep' area, there is also, of course, 12v line from the "solar prep" area behind the wall to...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-22-2022, 10:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,183
Posted By BuddyRay
Not only fittings but it's amazing how many...

Not only fittings but it's amazing how many valves there are in RV's. My pump area has bypass valves for the water heater (so if you winterize with antifreeze you don't have to fill the hot water...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 11-22-2022, 10:50 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,388
Posted By BuddyRay
I've plugged my own trailer tires multiple times...

I've plugged my own trailer tires multiple times over the decades I've been RVing, including some dual axel boat trailer tires and RVs. I've never had a problem.
But here's the deal - if you do...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-15-2022, 09:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,308
Posted By BuddyRay
I agree with Redhorse. My unit has TWO reverse...

I agree with Redhorse.
My unit has TWO reverse polarity fuses - side by side in the panel. I assume one is on the negative line and one on the positive line.

If that isn't it the I agree with...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-04-2022, 09:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 893
Posted By BuddyRay
Elkhart Indiana and many of the manufacturing...

Elkhart Indiana and many of the manufacturing plants there have just gone back to doing their "Open House" weekend where many facilities are open to the public and some include things like their R&D...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-04-2022, 09:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,354
Posted By BuddyRay
Go Lithium. I recently pulled out my two AGM 6v...

Go Lithium. I recently pulled out my two AGM 6v that were rated at 100ah and replaced them with 2 100ah Lithium batteries.
One thing to remember - AGM or Flooded batteries can only be discharged to...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-23-2022, 10:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 788
Posted By BuddyRay
I would agree, that is very strange. The fan...

I would agree, that is very strange.
The fan coming on is PROBABLY the cooling fan on your converter (the box that converts 110v AC power to 12v DC). Normally those fans only come on when the...
Forum: Campfire Chat 09-08-2022, 09:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 920
Posted By BuddyRay
I liked the guy on the roller skates following...

I liked the guy on the roller skates following along holding on to the back - did you guys miss that?
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-03-2022, 09:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,207
Posted By BuddyRay
Hansgrego, Your signature doesn't indicate your...

Hansgrego, Your signature doesn't indicate your RV.
The answer to your question can be pretty complex depending upon a bunch of factors including if your RV is wired for 30amp or 50amp or 50amp...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 09-03-2022, 09:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,454
Posted By BuddyRay
From my experience, being next to the house...

From my experience, being next to the house results in it's own set of problems - mostly from stuff coming from the roof. I found that rain "bounced" stuff (like tar, sand, black streaks, etc.) off...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-03-2022, 09:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 644
Posted By BuddyRay
There are SO MANY solar products out there. Most...

There are SO MANY solar products out there. Most Jayco's were prewired using GoSolar components - but basically the connectors, charge controllers and other components are mostly standard and...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-12-2022, 04:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,180
Posted By BuddyRay
One piece of advise that I'm handing out...

One piece of advise that I'm handing out regularly now.
If you need axel, bearing or brake work on your trailer - check into companies that sell and service landscape, construction, motorcycle and...
Forum: Tech Talk 08-12-2022, 03:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,716
Posted By BuddyRay
They use them because they drastically cut...

They use them because they drastically cut assembly time - no wires to strip.
I've replace a bunch of mine already. It's the first think I suspect when I have a power problem.
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-12-2022, 03:39 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 24,895
Posted By BuddyRay
The problem isn't "cheap CHINESE" bearings. ...

The problem isn't "cheap CHINESE" bearings.
It's "CHEAP Chinese" bearings.
In other words, Lippert and other axel suppliers to the RV industry made a choice to save a few cents per axel and buy the...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-09-2022, 12:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,730
Posted By BuddyRay
Question for the Dealer

Jayco 5th wheels can came with a rotating hitch.
Do you NEED a rotating hitch? What length is your truck bed?

If you have a long enough bed that you don't need a rotating pinbox, you can always...
Forum: Campfire Chat 07-30-2022, 10:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,176
Posted By BuddyRay
If it's been there for two days I'm amazed the...

If it's been there for two days I'm amazed the tires are still on it.
Forum: Tech Talk 07-30-2022, 10:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,355
Posted By BuddyRay
You Tube is your friend

Search Youtube for "DC to DC Charger" and you'll find a bunch of discussions, reviews and install video's.
I mostly agree with kirkeli. The issue of not completely charging lithium cells with a...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-13-2022, 07:49 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 24,565
Posted By BuddyRay
Onyrlef - I think either type of conduit clamp...

Onyrlef - I think either type of conduit clamp would work but I used a 1in one hole. because I had a couple in my junk drawer :-).
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