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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-25-2012, 12:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,991
Posted By Big Jim
Back up cameras?

I'd like some input on back up cameras. I would want it for hitching/hooking up.
I have looked a the Peak and the iBall The peak is somewhat permanant, and wired in to the TV.
I liked the iBall,...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-25-2012, 12:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,146
Posted By Big Jim
Yeah so, I have 3 sets of Lynx plus the locking...

Yeah so, I have 3 sets of Lynx plus the locking wheel chock set, great for stopping it where you need it.
The only complaint I have is that on paved sites when placed under the stabs they get a...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-23-2012, 05:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,264
Posted By Big Jim
I bought a set of BAL X chocks, cut out a ton of...

I bought a set of BAL X chocks, cut out a ton of the "twitchiness"
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-20-2012, 08:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,662
Posted By Big Jim
I don't use grease, waxed paper. ...

I don't use grease, waxed paper.

https://www.jaycoowners.com/showthread.php?3745-Tip-for-trunion-and-sway-bars/page2&highlight=waxed+paper
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-20-2012, 08:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,518
Posted By Big Jim
Looks like a SWEET spot!! What do you get for...

Looks like a SWEET spot!!
What do you get for milage? I have been getting 9-10 with my F150
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-19-2012, 09:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,693
Posted By Big Jim
Get on a diesel forum, those guys have answers,...

Get on a diesel forum, those guys have answers, powerstroke . org.



https://www.powerstroke.org/forum/6-0-motor-problems/215673-2005-f350-6-0-shut-off-while-driving-help.html
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-19-2012, 09:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,654
Posted By Big Jim
I think you missed my point. A Ford Expedition...

I think you missed my point.
A Ford Expedition is based on the F150 chassis, the same as my F150. BUT my F150 has the tow package, correct rear gear, etc.

I don't have any doubts that your 26'...
Forum: Welcome Mat 07-17-2012, 06:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,560
Posted By Big Jim
Just got back from Wisconsin, went to Lambeau,...

Just got back from Wisconsin, went to Lambeau, Baraboo and Washington Island, more importantly FRESH CURDS!!
Welcome!!
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-17-2012, 06:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,654
Posted By Big Jim
I have a Ford 150 with the 5.4 it pulls my 22FB,...

I have a Ford 150 with the 5.4 it pulls my 22FB, not as much power as I'd like, but it gets the job done. It is rated a 10K, I wouldn't use it like that.
The truck you are renting, how does it pull?...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-17-2012, 03:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,527
Posted By Big Jim
4x2's are out there, very rare, but out there....

4x2's are out there, very rare, but out there. Try finding a 2wd in the midwest!! For some reason it isn't a "truck" without 4wd??
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-17-2012, 09:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,518
Posted By Big Jim
Van as a TV?

Anyone using a van as a Tow Vehicle?
I have been looking at diesel Fords, older 7.3 as a puller for my 22FB.
I have always liked vans, nice and roomy, seats for everyone, lots of covered storage....
Forum: Jayco Mods 07-16-2012, 09:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,678
Posted By Big Jim
https://www.rvpartscountry.com/RollumUpAwningLightH...

https://www.rvpartscountry.com/RollumUpAwningLightHangersBlue

Got mine in black from my local RV dealer. You can leave them in the track.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-16-2012, 09:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,163
Posted By Big Jim
fresh water tank dump

Does anyone else dump their fresh water while traveling down the road?
I don't feel the need to transport 60-70 gallons of water to the next site, so I dump while driving through the low point...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-24-2012, 09:30 PM
Replies: 189
Views: 50,497
Posted By Big Jim
I am using the same Reese pro system my dad...

I am using the same Reese pro system my dad bought 35 years ago V-5 trunions with an Eaz-lift sway. It has to have well over 75,000 miles on it.
I have a new adjustable head shank for it.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-24-2012, 09:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,460
Posted By Big Jim
I bought an extra vehicle side receptacle and...

I bought an extra vehicle side receptacle and hard wired the correct poles together.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-23-2011, 08:01 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,834
Posted By Big Jim
You will NEED to watch the clearance between the...

You will NEED to watch the clearance between the TV and your lp gas bottles!!
Forum: Jayco Mods 09-14-2011, 07:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 43,262
Posted By Big Jim
I made the base for my satellite dish out of PVC....

I made the base for my satellite dish out of PVC.
For my drying rack, I have a piece of 3/4" PVC that I clamp into my bike rack.
Forum: Camp Cooking 09-11-2011, 09:34 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 37,722
Posted By Big Jim
I did a "taco bake" last night that I have wanted...

I did a "taco bake" last night that I have wanted to try for some time now.
This is my recipe that I concocted, I like it SPICY!! You have been warned!
If you want to tame it down modify...
Forum: Jayco Pop Up Campers 09-02-2011, 09:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,443
Posted By Big Jim
I use a carpet cleaner called LA Awesome, from...

I use a carpet cleaner called LA Awesome, from Dollar Tree, cost $1 a bottle. Works very well.
Then use ALOT of Febreeze!!
Forum: Campfire Chat 09-01-2011, 04:15 PM
Replies: 263
Views: 216,330
Posted By Big Jim
I was a Cub Scout, then a Boy Scout made it to...

I was a Cub Scout, then a Boy Scout made it to Star.
Member of the Order of the Arrow. Got my 55 mile badge on the Silver Arrow trail in South Dakota. Hiked the Amaquonsippi trail, HUGE back patch...
Forum: Campfire Chat 09-01-2011, 04:01 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,013
Posted By Big Jim
I go out, when I can get a spot reserved. But,...

I go out, when I can get a spot reserved.
But, that is when what I call, "the rookie campers" go out. Some people only camp the holidays and that's it.....

I paid for it, I will play with it any...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-01-2011, 03:40 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 79,388
Posted By Big Jim
Alright. Took it to the service center, left it. ...

Alright. Took it to the service center, left it.
What they did was put another set, one for each tank, on the opposite side of the factory tanks.
I can fill it full pressure, it gets FULL.
I may...
Forum: Jayco Mods 09-01-2011, 03:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 13,999
Posted By Big Jim
That is EXACTLY what my grandfather would have...

That is EXACTLY what my grandfather would have said! Thanks for the laugh!!
I am going to buy a "hopper" handle and build it myself.....
Forum: Jayco Mods 08-26-2011, 06:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,648
Posted By Big Jim
You need to market that!! It is a great idea,...

You need to market that!!
It is a great idea, keep the price point right!!
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-24-2011, 10:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,498
Posted By Big Jim
Typically red white and yellow are for a TV audio...

Typically red white and yellow are for a TV audio connection to something.
Red is right audio. White is left audio. Yellow is video.
Is a double ended cable with fittings at either end or is it a...
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