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Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-31-2016, 07:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,017
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
Sitting here in a 14 Thor Challenger 37GT. Found...

Sitting here in a 14 Thor Challenger 37GT. Found one with only 3,200 miles. Of course it had the larger wheels and longer wheel base so it road much better. The Ford chassis/engine was a 2014 and...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-29-2016, 07:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,994
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
I had read some information about sway bars,...

I had read some information about sway bars, stabilizer bars, and additional modifications owners were doing to 2016 and earlier Precept 31's to get them to handle better. Even though the one we...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-28-2016, 08:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,994
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
I had just started my search for our first MH...

I had just started my search for our first MH three weeks ago. We ended up doing some research on the Precept 31UL and making an initial deal on a 2016.


It was my understanding that the major...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-28-2016, 08:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,017
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
After my initial test drive of the Precept I just...

After my initial test drive of the Precept I just didn't feel that comfortable trying to go straight down the interstate in "good" conditions. I tried to justify it by considering Illinois bad...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-27-2016, 09:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,017
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
Cancelled Deal On 31UL

Everything approved and set to go. Dealership called and said the engine light had came back on. Pretty strange deal with this issue. When we initially looked at this unit and they moved it the next...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-24-2016, 08:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,391
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
The seals have to be kept clean first of all. On...

The seals have to be kept clean first of all. On my 2014 fiver it wouldn't hold water very well at all for the first few months, probably from sitting dry for too long after being manufactured. I...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-24-2016, 08:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,222
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
I utilize TPMS on my fiver tires and will be...

I utilize TPMS on my fiver tires and will be transferring the sensors to my next MH. I always want to know my exact tire pressure and temperature.


But I agree that it sounds like this poor...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-24-2016, 08:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,960
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
I'm with you. I am constantly reviewing what I...

I'm with you. I am constantly reviewing what I carry and if I really need it. My present fiver has auto level but I still like checking the level. The new rig we hope to get this Friday also has...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-24-2016, 08:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,088
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
One of the most important thing you should add...

One of the most important thing you should add first is surge and power protection. You can get the in-line plug in SurgeGuard type or have the permanent system installed, but either way your rig...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-24-2016, 06:21 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,076
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
Actually there is an agency in the Federal...

Actually there is an agency in the Federal Government that is very interested in stupid things that RV manufacturers do. It is the National Highway Traffic Safety Agency and you can file a...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-22-2016, 07:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,583
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
When we bought our 2014 fiver new the water pump...

When we bought our 2014 fiver new the water pump stayed on too long and about every half hour came back on for a few seconds, letting me know right away there was a bad connection. Took wall down in...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-22-2016, 09:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,244
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
Good idea Bob, I used to torque my fivers lugs...

Good idea Bob, I used to torque my fivers lugs after every 1,000 miles or so but I wouldn't have any idea what fp setting to use. I have noted your suggestion in my "PDI list".
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-22-2016, 06:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,244
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
PDI suggestions

Everything is set for final PDI and possible delivery on Wednesday for our new Precept 31UL. Went to dealership on Sunday even though they were closed. I was able to walk into the lot and measure...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-22-2016, 06:25 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,873
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
Bob, we had sold the F350 diesel last fall and...

Bob, we had sold the F350 diesel last fall and had stored our Montana up here in the Peoria area. We had pretty much decided to either sell the fiver up there or trade it this year. With 5 kids and...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-21-2016, 08:44 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,786
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
I think many folks become disappointed in the...

I think many folks become disappointed in the quality of their RV's because they are looking at the price totally wrong. I don't have exact figures, but just based on some pricing I have seen and...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-21-2016, 08:07 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,873
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
Like I said in my post, it really doesn't...

Like I said in my post, it really doesn't "wonder" but just doesn't track perfectly. Of course that was on Illinois highways which are the worse in the nation. During upcoming PDI I will have my...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-20-2016, 09:12 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,786
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
Have only owned two fivers and in the next 4 days...

Have only owned two fivers and in the next 4 days will have my first MH. We sold everything and traveled full time for 3 years in our first new fiver.


I found out that these things take a lot...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-20-2016, 08:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,747
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
I assume you took the top cover off when you were...

I assume you took the top cover off when you were up on the roof. If your unit is a 2014 and the air has been used a fair amount the fins on the air may need to be cleaned. You can do this with a...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-20-2016, 07:55 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,873
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
Did about a 20 mile test drive. Dealer had put...

Did about a 20 mile test drive. Dealer had put on full tank of fuel and 2/3 fresh water. None of our belongings are on yet of course.

My first impression was it didn't track that good. I...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-19-2016, 07:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,491
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
I have only owned two larger 5th wheels, the most...

I have only owned two larger 5th wheels, the most current being purchased new. Test driving and doing initial PDI on our Precept 31UL this morning.


The one thing I learned about RV...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-17-2016, 07:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,377
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
Haven't done my PDI or test drive yet, but I had...

Haven't done my PDI or test drive yet, but I had it written down to ask them about checking pressure on inside duals. I guess this answers that question.


Doesn't anyone use a TPMS system? I...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-17-2016, 07:26 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,873
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
We did an initial deal on the new 2016 31UL. PDI...

We did an initial deal on the new 2016 31UL. PDI and test drive to happen in the next few days and delivery next Wednesday if everything checks out. I will be getting it out on interstate for a...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-15-2016, 08:07 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,873
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
I still have to drive both. The 190" wheel base...

I still have to drive both. The 190" wheel base concerns me a little. While traveling the last several years pulling our fiver I have witnessed some shorter Class A's having problems on windy days....
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-15-2016, 08:03 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,873
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
We haven't looked at any Seneca's but we did...

We haven't looked at any Seneca's but we did check their floor plans and prices. I agree 100% with everything you stated but they are just a little out of our price range. We may have to just...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-15-2016, 07:43 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,873
Posted By FLHTK-JOE
Class C or A?

Moving from a newer 39' fiver. Thought we were pretty much set on the Jayco Greyhawk 29ME, but then we looked at the Jayco Precept 31UL.

For those on here that have had both a class A and...
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