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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-09-2018, 09:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,005
Posted By Aardvarkjff
I use a multi tool and a fine tooth blade...

I use a multi tool and a fine tooth blade (usually for wood & metal). I like the half moon shape. Then I just trim off the rough edges and good to go.

An angle grinder with a cutoff blade will...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-25-2018, 12:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,623
Posted By Aardvarkjff
Couple of ways to look at this..... You own...

Couple of ways to look at this.....
You own this now and can make the most of it by at least trying to do some stuff yourself. You will gain valuable experience and know more for the next time....
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-20-2018, 09:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 679
Posted By Aardvarkjff
Water collecting INSIDE entry door

OK, here is something new. 2017 Jay Flight 28BHBE. I closed the entry door pretty fast and I noted that there was water that was "flinging" out from the bottom of the door. I had to quickly...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-15-2017, 07:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 922
Posted By Aardvarkjff
I would like to suggest checking to see if there...

I would like to suggest checking to see if there is a "Lighting Control Module" for the Ford. I had somehting very similar on my Chevy. There is a small circuit board that is basically relays. ...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-15-2017, 06:17 AM
Replies: 2,298
Views: 345,563
Posted By Aardvarkjff
Herkimer KOA! Got a full hookup on the West...

Herkimer KOA! Got a full hookup on the West Canada Creek this time around.
Forum: Campgrounds and Attractions 09-08-2017, 07:47 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,159
Posted By Aardvarkjff
My advice: Contact Solo Stove technical...

My advice: Contact Solo Stove technical support/engineering. Explain the situation and the regs for California. Then.... Send them a letter in writing with the regs and politely ask them to...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 09-05-2017, 08:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,302
Posted By Aardvarkjff
I use Fiaco's in Newport, NY. Small family shop...

I use Fiaco's in Newport, NY. Small family shop about 20 minutes from exit 30 on the NY Thruway I-90. It is right off Rt 28. Pull over on the road, they will come out swap your tires while you...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-05-2017, 07:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,751
Posted By Aardvarkjff
Awning "over rolling"/turning too far?

2017 Jayco 28BHBE - I noticed when I rolled out the awning, it seems to roll out "too far". By that I mean that when it stops, it has the awning attachment to the tube at 3:00 when looked at from...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-07-2017, 08:06 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,901
Posted By Aardvarkjff
That is just horrible customer service indeed. ...

That is just horrible customer service indeed. While Mark may be "technically" correct, he was absolutely incorrect from a customer service/Brand image. There is NO reason he could not find a...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-03-2017, 12:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,898
Posted By Aardvarkjff
Oh, don't forget about Martin's Fantasy Island. ...

Oh, don't forget about Martin's Fantasy Island. It is like a amusement park/water park right next door. They even have a little train that stops at the KOA and will take you around the funpark. ...
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-01-2017, 08:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,781
Posted By Aardvarkjff
We got a new 2017 that we ordered from the dealer...

We got a new 2017 that we ordered from the dealer that had a few custom requests. Jayco followed through just fine. It is the dealer's service department that will make/break the impression of...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 07-25-2017, 09:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,400
Posted By Aardvarkjff
Just a thought........ most 12 volt things these...

Just a thought........ most 12 volt things these days take a standard 12 volt socket. If it were me, I would swap out the sockets. You will likely get more mileage from the regular 12 volt ones.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-25-2017, 07:24 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,994
Posted By Aardvarkjff
I use a 2 canister system. It takes "standard"...

I use a 2 canister system. It takes "standard" 10 inch tall whole house filters. Mine came with a bracket that neatly attaches to my ladder when I am camping.
...
Forum: Campfire Chat 07-23-2017, 09:19 AM
Replies: 10,424
Views: 1,191,310
Posted By Aardvarkjff
Finally got to swapping the 30 amp attached...

Finally got to swapping the 30 amp attached cord/mousehole for a detachable one. So far no flames...... :)
Forum: Recall Notices 07-21-2017, 03:28 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 62,009
Posted By Aardvarkjff
HMMM Interesting. My "guy" just sent me a few...

HMMM Interesting. My "guy" just sent me a few so if the boy left that light on by his bunk all night I would not have to worry. My unit is set for first weekend in August where the dealer's techs...
Forum: Recall Notices 07-21-2017, 12:28 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 62,009
Posted By Aardvarkjff
Mine is subject to the recall and I worked with...

Mine is subject to the recall and I worked with my "high friend in low places" to secure a few replacements to get me set till I can bring the unit in. Below you can see the difference. The...
Forum: Jayco Pop Up Campers 07-07-2017, 09:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,535
Posted By Aardvarkjff
I would make a bag out of heavyweight "Cordura"...

I would make a bag out of heavyweight "Cordura" fabric that will allow you to slide the poles in without touching the mattress. (I use it to make holders of sorts for the gear I carry while...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-23-2017, 10:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,782
Posted By Aardvarkjff
Did some more research. Mine is wired...

Did some more research. Mine is wired differently. I have a common black at all my switches, kitchen light, livingroom lights, and awning/step lights. The way mine are run is that for the...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-23-2017, 08:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,782
Posted By Aardvarkjff
I found the black wire for the awning/step...

I found the black wire for the awning/step lights, but in my unit, the junction of the 2 is farther up in the ceiling. I pulled a bunch down, but no connector. :(
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-22-2017, 04:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,645
Posted By Aardvarkjff
I moved the switches for the lights to the wall...

I moved the switches for the lights to the wall below the cabinets. That way the only reason it should be open is to check the tank/battery levels or to deal with the awning/slide. It just made...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-21-2017, 06:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,019
Posted By Aardvarkjff
Well, finally got the bathroom fixtures...

Well, finally got the bathroom fixtures reworked!!

Before a single bar:
32571

Now, we got a "hotel shelf" with a towel bar and an additional double bar:
32572
32573
Forum: Tech Talk 06-21-2017, 05:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,319
Posted By Aardvarkjff
OK, I want to vote yes if the thermostat runs off...

OK, I want to vote yes if the thermostat runs off an internal battery. A thermostat is nothing more than a switch that closes at a high temp (turning on the A/C) and also closes at a low temp...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-19-2017, 07:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,062
Posted By Aardvarkjff
*** Update *** I have changed my mind on how the...

*** Update *** I have changed my mind on how the switches are going to be moved. I am now taking the over-the-sink and living room lights and putting them in the wall by the sink where the...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-19-2017, 07:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,062
Posted By Aardvarkjff
OK, I have found the answer. Burnstine's...

OK, I have found the answer. Burnstine's Distribution. They are a subsidiary of Collins. 1-574-848-1118. They work directly with SIGMA Switches and a bunch of other manufacturers. I contacted...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-15-2017, 06:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,075
Posted By Aardvarkjff
No, there were staples running horizontally...

No, there were staples running horizontally underneath where the old rack was so I assumed wood was there. So I put a strip of tape across the wall centered on the holes. Put a strip of tape...
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