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Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 07-18-2022, 07:53 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 24,835
Posted By shadester
I got a cheap made awning assembly too on my...

I got a cheap made awning assembly too on my unit when it was new. Wanted something else but they fixed what was there under warranty. After completed I told them to get it off my unit. I paid out...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-18-2022, 05:45 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,987
Posted By shadester
I have always run with a full tank of water. But...

I have always run with a full tank of water. But if I hear this is a common occurance I will be rethinking doing so. With never having to cut the belly cover, I'm not sure how things are looking like...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 07-17-2022, 08:58 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 24,835
Posted By shadester
After getting it out of Jayco (375 BHFS) for...

After getting it out of Jayco (375 BHFS) for warranty 3 years ago my unit has been pretty much perfect. Only issue was the push & pray 3.0 leveling. Just put in a new control panel for the leveling....
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-15-2021, 04:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,794
Posted By shadester
Great! I had a guy parked next to me that was...

Great! I had a guy parked next to me that was replacing his awning lights and his smart app wouldnt work anymore after replacing but the switch would. He was taking his to the dealer to be checked....
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-10-2021, 09:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 798
Posted By shadester
I would try sanitizing the whole system and...

I would try sanitizing the whole system and draining the hot water tank too clean everything. Mine is kinda foamy after hooking up to water until I get the air out of the lines for a bit. I've taken...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-10-2021, 07:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 798
Posted By shadester
Chemical smell? Just wondering if your familiar...

Chemical smell? Just wondering if your familiar with the well your hooked too? Has the well been treated recently?
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-09-2021, 08:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,032
Posted By shadester
I'd charge those battery first and properly test...

I'd charge those battery first and properly test them. Sounds like who knows what condition they are in ( 25%, dead, trickle charging). Not old doesn't mean they will take a charge now. Just...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-09-2021, 06:33 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,874
Posted By shadester
I've been liking mine on the 375bhfs installed in...

I've been liking mine on the 375bhfs installed in 2018. Plus the rim's are only rated at 80 psi unless you change them. I have to think a softer ride has to be better on the unit than something made...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-09-2021, 06:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,794
Posted By shadester
Does that have a smart control for the awning...

Does that have a smart control for the awning lights and something might be up with that?
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-08-2021, 10:01 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 657
Posted By shadester
TV housing crack

Just wondering if anyone has had any cracking on their large tv. Must of developed on the last trip. Thinking probably vibration while towing. Just putting a little pressure on it opens and closes...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-07-2021, 06:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 608
Posted By shadester
Definitely learned something new. They make the...

Definitely learned something new. They make the head so you can't grip them either, so I just assumed a special bit was needed. So far only see them on the under belly.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-07-2021, 05:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 608
Posted By shadester
I have honestly n]ever seen one of those fasters...

I have honestly n]ever seen one of those fasters in over 40 years. Torques wouldn't work but the square head did ( I'm glad someone mention it as I was eyeing the bowie knife), lol! Thankfully, I...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-07-2021, 02:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 608
Posted By shadester
Electrical, are there any other box less type oultets?????

Not linking these outlets. Just slide the wire until it cuts the insulation. I haven't seen any other box less options but made a better connection and got it working. I'd say I'm getting hot fixing...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-05-2021, 02:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,057
Posted By shadester
Oh, I've used the remote in close quarters to...

Oh, I've used the remote in close quarters to watch the slides come out from the outside. Just take it out if you have repairs, mine was smashed upon pickup at the dealer so I got discouraged and...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-05-2021, 01:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,057
Posted By shadester
Looks like the same that I have. Your panel...

Looks like the same that I have. Your panel should always work with or without the remote. At least mine does. After looking at mine I have the levelers also but never tried that part. Plus the...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-05-2021, 06:01 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 456
Posted By shadester
2016 375bhfs electrical

Lost my ac circuit that feeds my fridge, and two outlets on my back rear bunk house wall. Kinda strange the fridge is related to the rear bunk wall. Don't see any breakers or ground faults tripped....
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 09-02-2021, 07:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 474
Posted By shadester
Thanks, I found both the bulbs black & blown....

Thanks, I found both the bulbs black & blown. Didn't like how rusty the sockets already are either. I might replace sockets & install LED bulbs or possibly look into higher quality fixtures. Nice to...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-30-2021, 06:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 474
Posted By shadester
Will do! Hopefully on the simple side and not...

Will do! Hopefully on the simple side and not miswired or such. Thanks....
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-29-2021, 08:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 474
Posted By shadester
Round external lights, 2016 375bhfs

I never tried using the large external lights on the drivers and passengers side of the unit. I tried the switches in the control panel, neither on either side will work. Planning on digging into it...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-10-2020, 07:58 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 502
Posted By shadester
New main awning, guard protection

Just wondering what everyones is liking for a guard when main awning is rolled up. The newer flex guard, alumaguard or uniguard. The sun took it toal on it while rolled up so want to add something....
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-23-2020, 03:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,208
Posted By shadester
Also had 10 of the black plastic spinner traps in...

Also had 10 of the black plastic spinner traps in there. Never caught a one with those even using them at other places other than the rv. Was thinking about those sticky traps but will they work when...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-22-2020, 12:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,208
Posted By shadester
What's with orange and mice?

Haven't had much problem with mice. But had a nest this year. Got into the front compartments. As far as the rv, looks like they only chewed one orange ( the only orange one up front) jayco wire and...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-25-2020, 01:14 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,353
Posted By shadester
I know the later model trucks have higher GCWR. I...

I know the later model trucks have higher GCWR. I have a dually, But some I know have SRW and they say they are within there GCWR with decent size 5th wheels.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-21-2020, 10:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,105
Posted By shadester
The yr. & model will help. If you have a...

The yr. & model will help. If you have a schwintek it's good to know where the controllers are. Especially when one side is working and the other isn't. Just quick look at the indicators will give...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-19-2020, 08:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,476
Posted By shadester
Darn, I couldn't go back to Rv one or CW if they...

Darn, I couldn't go back to Rv one or CW if they were the last place on earth. I'll fix things on my from now on. Yeah you could be right on the gen. It could be the board or pump, I've even seen ...
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