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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-27-2019, 11:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,212
Posted By msturtz
We went from a 1/2 ton to a 1 ton. Wow what a...

We went from a 1/2 ton to a 1 ton. Wow what a difference. No more white knuckle driving! My only regret was not getting a diesel.
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-17-2015, 08:14 AM
Replies: 229
Views: 94,153
Posted By msturtz
You need to tighten both. You can tighten them...

You need to tighten both. You can tighten them to about 1" of clearance to the factory suspension. That will provide the maximum support to your unit. It will also reduce the bottoming out...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-16-2015, 09:08 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 94,153
Posted By msturtz
That is true but it is easier to tighten with no...

That is true but it is easier to tighten with no weight on the axle. As long as you don't over tighten them it doesn't matter how you do it.
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-13-2015, 09:00 AM
Replies: 229
Views: 94,153
Posted By msturtz
It is very easy to tighten up. I would do it with...

It is very easy to tighten up. I would do it with the weight off the axles.
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-12-2015, 12:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,213
Posted By msturtz
Sony but this is not correct information. We tie...

Sony but this is not correct information. We tie multiple batteries together all the time in parallel. The batteries should be the same age and type. The reason for this is the weaker battery will...
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-12-2015, 12:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,213
Posted By msturtz
Not with AGM batteries. I work for a large Truck...

Not with AGM batteries. I work for a large Truck OEM and we do this all the time.
Forum: Jayco Mods 06-12-2015, 12:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,213
Posted By msturtz
I did tie them together. Two 12v batteries tied...

I did tie them together. Two 12v batteries tied together in parallel*doubles the amp hours but not the voltage. Oem manufacturers do this all the time.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 04-29-2015, 01:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 10,845
Posted By msturtz
We had major issues with voltage drop with our...

We had major issues with voltage drop with our unit. I ended up paying for an additional battery under the bed (AGM legal for inside the coach) and Jayco paid for additional wiring. The installed a...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 04-28-2015, 06:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 10,845
Posted By msturtz
Under the bed in the master bedroom. You need to...

Under the bed in the master bedroom. You need to remove the screws under the bed and lift the panel off. The inverter is screwed to the floor.
Forum: Jayco Mods 04-12-2015, 02:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,472
Posted By msturtz
Torklift Central in Kent Washington.

Torklift Central in Kent Washington.
Forum: Jayco Mods 04-11-2015, 09:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,472
Posted By msturtz
It is about $1,000 - $1,500 including the 7,500#...

It is about $1,000 - $1,500 including the 7,500# hitch.
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 01-12-2015, 07:02 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,610
Posted By msturtz
Jayco has MorRyde butt-weld the frame rail...

Jayco has MorRyde butt-weld the frame rail extensions onto their units that is not to Ford specifications. They de-rate the towing capacity to account for the weak extensions. Most manufacturers...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-27-2014, 09:40 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 94,153
Posted By msturtz
I would seriously doubt the 24SS would have any...

I would seriously doubt the 24SS would have any of these problems because it is such a short coach. As far as I know it is still on an E-450 14,500# chassis meaning it would be very unlikely to be...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-27-2014, 09:21 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 94,153
Posted By msturtz
It only affects the new (2014 and newer?)...

It only affects the new (2014 and newer?) Greyhawk motor homes that Jayco installed the "J-Ride" package on. I got my information from the chief engineer at Hellwig, then the Hellwig dealer found...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-27-2014, 12:27 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 94,153
Posted By msturtz
If you have any warranty issues Jayco won't stand...

If you have any warranty issues Jayco won't stand behind you at all because they will claim that you "overloaded the rig" and ask you to prove you didn't. The only time they will be "nice" is if...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-27-2014, 12:23 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 94,153
Posted By msturtz
The cost for the adjustment of all the Hellwig...

The cost for the adjustment of all the Hellwig springs was about $250. The replacement of the shackles due to the failure was an additional $300. So if you have a Hellwig dealer correct the install...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-26-2014, 06:46 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 94,153
Posted By msturtz
It is based on loaded weight. Take your coach...

It is based on loaded weight. Take your coach across a scale fully loaded for camping including water, fuel etc. Be sure you weigh each corner and record those weights as well. Armed with that...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-24-2014, 06:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,494
Posted By msturtz
It depends. if you have smelled smoke inside the...

It depends. if you have smelled smoke inside the cab or you can find scorch marks on the bottom of the carpet then you may have a case to make with Jayco. I would try it can't hurt.
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-21-2014, 10:28 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 94,153
Posted By msturtz
That is quite odd they paid to adjust mine and...

That is quite odd they paid to adjust mine and paid for the damaged caused by the suspension cycling. If there was no problem then they wouldn't have paid for mine to be fixed. Get everything in...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-17-2014, 08:06 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 94,153
Posted By msturtz
It is like the LP35 but I think it may be an OEM...

It is like the LP35 but I think it may be an OEM version. I spoke with the Hellwig Chief Engineer. Jayco is being very coy about this and so is Hellwig. The springs are not adjusted correctly from...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-12-2014, 07:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,610
Posted By msturtz
Technically if you are under the Jayco GCWR...

Technically if you are under the Jayco GCWR sticker you won't be fined for being overweight. The GCWR, GVWR and GAWR rules apply. All Jayco can do is void your warranty for installing an...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-12-2014, 06:09 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,610
Posted By msturtz
It is very wise to stick with what Jayco says...

It is very wise to stick with what Jayco says because it isn't worth losing your warranty. If you need 7,500# towing purchase a rig from a different manufacturer.
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-12-2014, 05:57 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 94,153
Posted By msturtz
It is a safety issue because once the Ford...

It is a safety issue because once the Ford suspension bottoms out on the bump stop the shackle can become unloaded and then rapidly contact the spring. This can strip out the bolts and cause a...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-12-2014, 05:55 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 94,153
Posted By msturtz
Unlikely they will do a formal recall however...

Unlikely they will do a formal recall however they paid to have my rig adjusted properly to Hellwig specifications.
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 11-12-2014, 10:40 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 16,610
Posted By msturtz
Ford upped the tow rating from 5000# to 7,500#. ...

Ford upped the tow rating from 5000# to 7,500#. This means you can legally tow up to 7,500# with 750# tongue weight as long as you do not exceed your GVWR or GAWR. So, in short you do in fact gain...
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