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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-05-2022, 03:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,560
Posted By chuck5395
Update

After reviewing the costs, we opted to go with converting our landing gear into a two motor setup rather than the single motor setup it is now. When I got it to the shop the realized that the...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-09-2022, 12:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,560
Posted By chuck5395
Thanks! My biggest hang up from doing it myself...

Thanks!
My biggest hang up from doing it myself is that this unit has the Dry Camping Prep package. This comes with a big metal box in the front storage area to hold a propane generator (we don't...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-08-2022, 08:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,560
Posted By chuck5395
Thanks for sharing that link (and all your work)....

Thanks for sharing that link (and all your work). That confirms for me that I'm going to have someone install the system for me. Speaking of which, I've got calls out to over 5 RV shops/dealers and...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-03-2022, 09:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,560
Posted By chuck5395
I seriously considered doing a self install of...

I seriously considered doing a self install of the Ground Control 3.0 system, but our camper has the dry camping package. This means that there's a metal box in the front storage compartment that...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 02-25-2022, 06:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,560
Posted By chuck5395
Yep, fully aware. Currently we level left to...

Yep, fully aware. Currently we level left to right using wheel blocks (Lego blocks) prior to unhitching. We only use the landing gear to raise and lower the front.

Yes, I'm mixing my current...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 02-25-2022, 05:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,560
Posted By chuck5395
Yep, single motor with a shaft to the other side....

Yep, single motor with a shaft to the other side. Often times when raising or lowering it sounds like the motor is on its last leg. I always have to go and check the battery because it sounds like it...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 02-25-2022, 09:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,560
Posted By chuck5395
Adding Auto-Level

We have a 2018 28.5 RSTS and are currently having issues with our landing gear (again).

Has anyone upgraded their rig by putting in an auto-leveling system (not factory installed)? Any advice or...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-13-2021, 05:12 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 42,400
Posted By chuck5395
Do you guys think something like these will work?...

Do you guys think something like these will work?

External Hex-Zinc Plated Steel, Number 10 Screw, 3-1/2" Long
...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-11-2021, 08:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,847
Posted By chuck5395
I cannot speak to the original post you are...

I cannot speak to the original post you are referring to, but I can share a link to the Amazon listing for the fans and a YouTube video of someone installing them on a truck camper...
...
Forum: Tech Talk 03-12-2020, 11:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,084
Posted By chuck5395
Which one?:D There's quite a lot going on in...

Which one?:D
There's quite a lot going on in that small space.
Forum: Jayco Mods 03-11-2020, 04:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,002
Posted By chuck5395
kcordell57, You are correct. the wires were...

kcordell57,
You are correct. the wires were already connected to the battery. The black wire is straight through. The red wire was cut and both ends capped and taped together.

I would highly...
Forum: Tech Talk 03-09-2020, 12:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,084
Posted By chuck5395
PD52 Automatic Transfer Switch

This past weekend while we had our 2018 Eagle HT 28.5RLTS at the house, I noticed a humming sound while plugged into shore power. I've never noticed it before and so I did some digging until I found...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 05-15-2019, 11:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,594
Posted By chuck5395
Replacement Light Needed

One of the two lights over the dining table came loose while traveling and the globe shattered. I'm looking for some guidance on where I can find a replacement.
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-17-2019, 09:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,426
Posted By chuck5395
My dealer took care of this under warranty. Jayco...

My dealer took care of this under warranty. Jayco recommended one fix that didn't really work. Dealer convinced them to bring the vent hose up higher (into dead space next to couch) before routing...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-13-2019, 09:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,924
Posted By chuck5395
Same place on mine!

Same place on mine!
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-11-2019, 04:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,405
Posted By chuck5395
That's awesome Earl. I'm glad that it's going to...

That's awesome Earl. I'm glad that it's going to work out for you.
-Chuck
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-02-2019, 07:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,405
Posted By chuck5395
After thinking a bit more on this I'd like to...

After thinking a bit more on this I'd like to suggest that you test the roof connectors with a multi-meter. If the lines are un-cut, you'll know for sure.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-21-2019, 12:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,405
Posted By chuck5395
I was able to access the cables by removing the...

I was able to access the cables by removing the wall outlet in the bathroom. Small hole, but we were able to fish it out and test it before cutting the big hole for the controller.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-21-2019, 12:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,405
Posted By chuck5395
Well, you might be screwed. When I located my...

Well, you might be screwed. When I located my wires, the black cable was uncut and but the red was cut with wire caps on each leg. I have a thread over in the mods section that has details of my...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-20-2019, 11:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,405
Posted By chuck5395
When I asked about this a year ago when I was...

When I asked about this a year ago when I was doing my roof solar install, they told me that they did not have those plans available. I can tell you from personal experience, do not trust that...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 02-19-2019, 10:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,120
Posted By chuck5395
Check out my thread here: ...

Check out my thread here:
https://www.jaycoowners.com/forums/f30/chuck5395s-2018-28-5rsts-modifications-54496.html#post622921

Starting at post #4 I show what I found when installing my roof solar...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 12-26-2018, 10:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,053
Posted By chuck5395
My Christmas present this year was a Hitch Hoist....

My Christmas present this year was a Hitch Hoist. It was requested specifically for lifting the B&W hitch in and out of the truck by myself. I've not had a chance to try it out yet, but I'll keep...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 12-26-2018, 10:18 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,551
Posted By chuck5395
I got a Hitch Hoist with Swivel and Gambrel. This...

I got a Hitch Hoist with Swivel and Gambrel. This will be perfect for getting my B&W hitch in and out of the truck.
...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-10-2018, 03:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,311
Posted By chuck5395
Morleyz, I just got my 2018 28.5RSTS back from...

Morleyz,
I just got my 2018 28.5RSTS back from the dealer and one of the warranty items that was repaired is this exact issue. I don't have the paperwork with me, but I seem to remember them saying...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-17-2018, 07:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,880
Posted By chuck5395
Thanks Mark. I had not considered this.

Thanks Mark. I had not considered this.
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