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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-25-2012, 03:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,343
Posted By Myles6543
Incredible pictures, Thank You for sharing.

Incredible pictures, Thank You for sharing.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-11-2012, 06:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,929
Posted By Myles6543
I had the same problem when I got my 1st 5er. I...

I had the same problem when I got my 1st 5er. I greased up all of the hitch parts and pin. Been a piece of cake ever since. Grease is messy however so I switched to a Spray on graphite. Doesn't work...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-19-2012, 08:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,868
Posted By Myles6543
What a nightmare. Never really thought about...

What a nightmare. Never really thought about replacing those keys but not a bad idea. We camp in Southern Missouri in a little town called Eminence. Never have worried about vandalism, nicest people...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-16-2012, 01:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,051
Posted By Myles6543
That is one spectacular piece of work....

That is one spectacular piece of work. Congratulations, hope I can have one of those some day.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-15-2012, 06:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,179
Posted By Myles6543
I removed a section on my 5th wheel to replace a...

I removed a section on my 5th wheel to replace a valve on the black water tank last year. Putting the cover back on was not easy. Hard time lining up screws with original holes. And there were a lot...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-07-2012, 11:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,383
Posted By Myles6543
I have a slider hitch and never used the slide...

I have a slider hitch and never used the slide option untill it was too late. I agree with everyone else. It's gotta be a really tight turn to get into the cab. Just take your time and if your trying...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-07-2012, 11:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,439
Posted By Myles6543
Awesome, Congrats

Awesome, Congrats
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 01-13-2012, 02:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,041
Posted By Myles6543
I have a 2001 designer and I worried about that...

I have a 2001 designer and I worried about that same problem the 1st year I had it. I tried eveything to fix it. I have officialy given up. I never had it over full. I even ran a hose in the toilet...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 01-09-2012, 03:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,254
Posted By Myles6543
I don't know a lot about hitches, but I do know...

I don't know a lot about hitches, but I do know this. If you only have a 6 foot bed in your towing vehicle, you need a sliding hitch and you need to implement it when making any tight turns. Voice of...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 12-28-2011, 07:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,264
Posted By Myles6543
I am a plumber and would suggest taking a garden...

I am a plumber and would suggest taking a garden hose up on the roof and run water down the vent while draining the tanks. If it backs up, then you have a plugged vent and will need to run a cable...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 12-07-2011, 10:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,578
Posted By Myles6543
We have a Lazy Susan in our camper as well, but...

We have a Lazy Susan in our camper as well, but I'm not sure where she stores the pots and pans. In a drawer I believe. Lol
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 11-03-2011, 10:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,085
Posted By Myles6543
Sounds like Wal-Mart placed that pole in a bad...

Sounds like Wal-Mart placed that pole in a bad location. A good attorney could probably take the Work out of Workamping. Just kidding, thats a bad situation to be in. Pictures would help in accessing...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-21-2011, 02:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,780
Posted By Myles6543
Hello 617, Sounds awesome to me. All of the...

Hello 617,
Sounds awesome to me. All of the cautions listed above are great ones. I'm not sure what your slideout is like, but mine has an awning over it. There is no way it could withstand any snow...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-03-2011, 06:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,398
Posted By Myles6543
I used anti-freeze once and it took forever to...

I used anti-freeze once and it took forever to get it out of the system. I use only air now and have never had a problem. But, you have to make sure you get all the water out. I hook up an air...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 09-21-2011, 02:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,205
Posted By Myles6543
I considered purchasing one, but I also like...

I considered purchasing one, but I also like having my truck bed covered and lockable. My problem is that I have to hook up to the hitch straight on, or the corner of the tailgate will hit the camper...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-25-2011, 06:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,356
Posted By Myles6543
That is really good to know, because I always...

That is really good to know, because I always disconnect my battery when I park it after camping. I will make a note on my " to do list" to make sure I reconnect it before hauling it. Thank You
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-24-2011, 09:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,356
Posted By Myles6543
Are you saying that if my battery in the camper...

Are you saying that if my battery in the camper is disconnected, that the breakaway switch will not work? By breakaway switch, you are refering to the cable that slams on the trailor breaks should...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-22-2011, 11:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,293
Posted By Myles6543
Carriage Carri-Lite

Anybody familier with this brand of camper? I'm looking at one, but not real serious. Hard to beat my designer, but this one is so much bigger that I can't help but look. It's also much heavier which...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-16-2011, 11:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,895
Posted By Myles6543
Thats an excellent point. You should probably...

Thats an excellent point. You should probably listen to Siveradomike. Sounds like he knows what he's talking about. I was just winging it.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-16-2011, 06:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,895
Posted By Myles6543
I don't think it will be an issue for the motor...

I don't think it will be an issue for the motor so much, but if I were you I would put a jack or 2 under the corners of the slideout for support when parked.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-11-2011, 11:37 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,741
Posted By Myles6543
That is a shame that your all having so many...

That is a shame that your all having so many problems with your new Jayco's. I purchased my 2001 Designer used and have had no problems to speak of. I replaced the water pump once but the pump...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-11-2011, 02:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,586
Posted By Myles6543
All I can say is, put it in reverse and crank it...

All I can say is, put it in reverse and crank it hard as someone watches closely. I spent a thousand dollars repairing my cab corner because I thought it would clear. Different truck and different...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-06-2011, 01:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,590
Posted By Myles6543
There is another thread in here someplace with a...

There is another thread in here someplace with a lot of usefull information on this subject. Check with your state and any other states that you may be traveling through. I believe some states may...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-30-2011, 02:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,632
Posted By Myles6543
Congatulations on your new home away from home....

Congatulations on your new home away from home. Make sure you use the slide feature on your new hitch when making any questionable tight turns. It can be rather expensive removing dents from the...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-23-2011, 06:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,283
Posted By Myles6543
I have a 2001 Designer and have also considered...

I have a 2001 Designer and have also considered replacing the carpet. Ours is just faded from the blinds not being closed in the winter months. The dealer wanted a rediculous amount of money to do it...
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