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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-17-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,937
Posted By MHbell
I used the middle hole to get more clearance and...

I used the middle hole to get more clearance and a level trailer on my Jayco Designer. Have had no problems and now have 7 inches clearance from bed rails. If I would have needed more clearance then...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-15-2013, 10:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,466
Posted By MHbell
I had the same problem when I had new decals...

I had the same problem when I had new decals installed on my Designer. It was caused by improper installation and I made the repair company do the job over. Caused by air bubbles under the decal. by...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-14-2013, 07:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,040
Posted By MHbell
I think a lot would depend on what you are going...

I think a lot would depend on what you are going to pull it with, how long you plan to stay or live in it. and how much time you have for traveling. I have a 35ft 5th wheel and we like the comfort...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-14-2013, 03:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,431
Posted By MHbell
The biggest problems with any ST Tires is the...

The biggest problems with any ST Tires is the following

1. Under inflated.

2. Over loaded.

3. Exceeding Max speed of 65 MPH.

Every tire I have blown tire or had a tire separation, has...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-14-2013, 03:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,753
Posted By MHbell
Should have no problems

You should have no problem with the truck you want to pull with. I pull a RLTS Jayco Designer with a F250 Super duty Lariat Turbo diesel. With no problems. I would have got a F350 but just could not...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-31-2012, 06:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,106
Posted By MHbell
The advise that edatlanta gave is some of the...

The advise that edatlanta gave is some of the best advise you will ever get about keeping your Onan 5500 generator maintained. I do the same thing after having a geberator Onan 5500 fail about 8 or 9...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-25-2012, 09:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,480
Posted By MHbell
2 things I can think of. 1. dissimilar...

2 things I can think of.

1. dissimilar metals with aluminum will cause the aluminum to deteriorate and corrode (electrolysis).

2. often times the threads on the anode rode will bind up in the...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-24-2012, 06:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,379
Posted By MHbell
I could not see anything from the top. it appears...

I could not see anything from the top. it appears that it is bolted from the bottom underneath. It is not floating. It is mounted solid to the angle iron cross members. At least that is what it looks...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-23-2012, 09:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,379
Posted By MHbell
I just got home So I will check tomorrow, I think...

I just got home So I will check tomorrow, I think it is bolted to the angle iron, But not sure until I check for sure.
Mel
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-23-2012, 10:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,379
Posted By MHbell
Shin you are correct. We winter in Arizona and...

Shin you are correct. We winter in Arizona and dry camp some of the time. Much easier to carry that 10 gallon gas tank to the nearest service station and get gas. many times the lines are long for...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-23-2012, 10:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,379
Posted By MHbell
Thumbs up OK here is the link to the pictures. I hope they...

OK here is the link to the pictures. I hope they can do you some good. I tried to get as much detail underneath but the generator is in tight quarters. It sets on angle iron cross members and is open...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-22-2012, 10:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,379
Posted By MHbell
I will take some pictures tomorrow and upload...

I will take some pictures tomorrow and upload them to Picasa and post or send you the link.
Mel
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-21-2012, 12:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,377
Posted By MHbell
Should be pretty straight forward since you are...

Should be pretty straight forward since you are using a dish box. be sure to set the swiches on the carryout for Dish as they are set at the factory for Direct TV. For dish the switches should be 4,...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-21-2012, 12:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,379
Posted By MHbell
My Jayco Designer has a factory installed Onan...

My Jayco Designer has a factory installed Onan 5500 The gas tank is a 10 gallon Boat type tank that sets on a shelf to the right of the generator mounted in the front compartment of my 5th wheel. The...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-21-2012, 11:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,016
Posted By MHbell
I went from Goodyear Marathons to Power King Tow...

I went from Goodyear Marathons to Power King Tow Max which had a Higher Load capacity than the Marathons. I had 3 Marathons go bad. So far I have had no problems with the Power Kings on my Designer.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-04-2012, 02:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,176
Posted By MHbell
TPMS Update

In a previous thread (https://www.jaycoowners.com/showthread.php?t=7581) I explained how I got and installed a Tire pressure and temperature Monitoring System for my 5th wheel. Well I gave it a good...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-28-2012, 05:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,354
Posted By MHbell
Mine is not a legacy, but it has a knob on the...

Mine is not a legacy, but it has a knob on the front that you pull to bring the TV out enough to get behind it and undue a aluminum strap that holds it in. I replaced both of my TV's with HDTV Flat...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-28-2012, 05:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,747
Posted By MHbell
You don't say if you have slides or not. My...

You don't say if you have slides or not. My designer has the 2 chairs at the back and a slide on each side. I would have to be sure that if I replaced them with a coach that it would be narrow enough...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-28-2012, 04:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,210
Posted By MHbell
My 5th wheel has a D ring in the Floor between...

My 5th wheel has a D ring in the Floor between the rockers at the rear of the fiver. I turn them back to back so that the slides will clear and strap them together they are heavy and I have only used...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-28-2012, 04:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,326
Posted By MHbell
Thumbs up Get a Auto Slider

I have a Reese 15K Slider and have never used the slider part of it, although I wish I had of a couple of times. It is to easy to forget until to late. My Tow Vehicle has a 6 1/2 foot bed but even so...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-22-2012, 10:01 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 21,808
Posted By MHbell
I never leave my awning extended when it is windy...

I never leave my awning extended when it is windy and never overnight. I always retract it before going to bed if it is extended. These electric awnings are very flimsy and weak they will bend and...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-18-2012, 05:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,471
Posted By MHbell
Sorry but I have to dispute your answers backed...

Sorry but I have to dispute your answers backed up with facts not fiction.

Correct answers

1. Some Goodyear Marathon Tires are Made in China and some in the USA
My Marathon Tires were made in...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-17-2012, 09:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,814
Posted By MHbell
I dropped the king pin down one bolt hole and...

I dropped the king pin down one bolt hole and could still get all 6 bolts in. I was not satisfied with the clearance. I could drop the king pin down another bolt hole, but would only be able to use 4...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-17-2012, 09:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,651
Posted By MHbell
Another way is to leave it hooked up to the 5th...

Another way is to leave it hooked up to the 5th wheel pull the pins at the base, lower the landing gear and raise the hitch about 1 or 2 inches and drive out from under it leaving it hang on the king...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-15-2012, 04:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,814
Posted By MHbell
I dropped the King Pin down in the pin box, 1...

I dropped the King Pin down in the pin box, 1 bolt hole today. Will hook up the truck and see what I got. If I have the clearance and the trailer is level front and rear. I will be good to go. If not...
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