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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-31-2021, 12:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,025
Posted By GretasDad
Jangeley, yes, my fix/replacement of the rear...

Jangeley, yes, my fix/replacement of the rear mounted sensor fixed my issue.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-21-2020, 08:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,485
Posted By GretasDad
Answering my own question for the next guy: I...

Answering my own question for the next guy: I found a retailer called Johnson’s Surplus in White Pigeon Michigan just north of the Indiana border that has a large selection of RV parts. I was able...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-12-2020, 06:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,485
Posted By GretasDad
Replacement LED Ceiling Lights

I now have 3 of my LED ceiling lights that are flickering. I’m going to be near northern Indiana next week. Does anyone know if there’s a local source there to get such things? Will Jayco sell me...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-08-2020, 10:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,025
Posted By GretasDad
Sounds like our symptoms were the same. My...

Sounds like our symptoms were the same.

My sensor was behind the axles, middle of the trailer side-to-side, directly above the spare tire mounting on a cross member of the frame. I cut a flap in...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-08-2020, 07:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,560
Posted By GretasDad
I added the Roadmaster shocks to my 2015 REQS...

I added the Roadmaster shocks to my 2015 REQS last year and believe they have helped tremendously. I installed them myself. I can feel the difference in the handling and reactions I feel on the road...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-08-2020, 06:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,170
Posted By GretasDad
Might want to check the rubber seal between the...

Might want to check the rubber seal between the roof and your AC unit. I had a similar problem last year and found that the rubber gasket that sits between the roof-top AC unit and my rubber roof had...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-08-2020, 06:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,025
Posted By GretasDad
I also have a 2015 REQS and did replace my rear...

I also have a 2015 REQS and did replace my rear sensor a while back. On mine, I had to drop the spare tire and cut the plastic underbelly in the middle of the trailer for access to the trailer’s...
Forum: Jayco Mods 01-04-2020, 06:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,019
Posted By GretasDad
My Pinnacle has a 5 bottle rack built in with the...

My Pinnacle has a 5 bottle rack built in with the bottles laying flat. To calm my concerns of bouncing or sliding out of the rack, I installed weatherstripping along the bottom of each wooden strip....
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 12-27-2019, 07:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,078
Posted By GretasDad
My 2015 Pinnacle started cracking at the corner...

My 2015 Pinnacle started cracking at the corner of the bedroom slide within the first year. In addition, the roof cover material required full replacement due to poor assembly of the roof and...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 11-20-2019, 08:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 14,797
Posted By GretasDad
One thing to consider: all Ford dealerships are...

One thing to consider: all Ford dealerships are not authorized to work on F-450’s so if you travel extensively keep that in mind.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 09-29-2019, 11:49 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,691
Posted By GretasDad
I ordered and installed the Roadmaster shocks to...

I ordered and installed the Roadmaster shocks to my Pinnacle this summer and I'm on my first extended trip with them. The installation is not difficult. The worst part is drilling holes in the frame....
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-14-2018, 04:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 753
Posted By GretasDad
My '15 Pinnacle had an issue with the front...

My '15 Pinnacle had an issue with the front closet doors opening during travel. So bad, in fact, that one of the doors was broken during dealer delivery from the factory and had to be replaced when I...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-06-2018, 06:15 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 21,820
Posted By GretasDad
Smile I chose a 2016 F350 dually when I heard that Ford...

I chose a 2016 F350 dually when I heard that Ford was moving the Super Duty to the aluminum body starting with the redesigned 2017 models. I just can't bring myself to buy a big towing truck made...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-03-2018, 07:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,211
Posted By GretasDad
Last year I completed the suggestion of removing...

Last year I completed the suggestion of removing all the output vents in the ceiling and installing the silver A/C tape to seal them up and keep the cooled air from entering the slim cavity between...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-02-2018, 04:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,403
Posted By GretasDad
Had the same issue with the metal radius piece...

Had the same issue with the metal radius piece running down each side of the roof and down over the side walls of my Pinnacle. It was due to poor installation and bad stapling of the flange into the...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-02-2018, 08:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,954
Posted By GretasDad
Hooked up the trailer this morning and attempted...

Hooked up the trailer this morning and attempted the "Homing" process of lowering all 6 jacks at least 6". Can't ever get the middle jacks into manual mode after creating an error code. I called...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-01-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,954
Posted By GretasDad
Magnolia Tom, I've never heard of your suggested...

Magnolia Tom, I've never heard of your suggested solution but I'm having issues with my GroundControl 2.0 middle stabilizer jacks that, interestingly, started right after battery issues and...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-22-2018, 11:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,325
Posted By GretasDad
ER, that's great news from Jayco. It really feels...

ER, that's great news from Jayco. It really feels nice to see them step up in a situation like this when they don't "technically" have to.

Yes, RV dealers around the country are backed up for...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-17-2018, 10:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,325
Posted By GretasDad
Since your unit is over 3 1/2 years from...

Since your unit is over 3 1/2 years from purchase, it sounds like your argument on the roof needs to focus on the failure as structural. Probably best to read up on what items fall under that...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-14-2018, 05:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,325
Posted By GretasDad
It sounds like we've had similar issues with our...

It sounds like we've had similar issues with our 2015 Pinnacles. My unit also developed the fiberglass cracks on the driver's side below the bedroom slide. After some effort, Jayco paid for the...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 04-25-2018, 09:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,115
Posted By GretasDad
I also toured the Jayco line last year (and have...

I also toured the Jayco line last year (and have toured some other manufacturers as well) and agree with the comments about the benefits of a team build and incentive program. Peer and monetary...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 04-25-2018, 06:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,115
Posted By GretasDad
RV Quality based on the Job Market

The job market is great these days for job seekers with unemployment at almost historical lows and some indications that everyone who wants a job - has one. Wages are starting to rise because...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-23-2018, 06:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 809
Posted By GretasDad
Issue w/Ground Control 2.0 Jacks

Before I call Lippert this week I wanted to check with the brain trust here. I'm having an issue with my 6-point Ground Control 2.0 leveling jacks on my Pinnacle. The front two jacks seem to...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-11-2018, 07:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,265
Posted By GretasDad
As I recall, my published hitch weight was about...

As I recall, my published hitch weight was about 2800# and when I went to weigh my rig my actual hitch weight was around 3600#. I've got the front A/C and the stack W/D plus I was loaded for a trip...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-11-2018, 05:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,265
Posted By GretasDad
Sorry to hear you're off to a rough start with...

Sorry to hear you're off to a rough start with your Pinnacle. It gets better.

The TV booster switch on the REQS is in the back of the glass door cabinet to the right of the fireplace. You have to...
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