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Forum: Jokes and Humor 11-02-2023, 08:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 625
Posted By RedHorse1
:lol2: Murff, you got too much time on your...

:lol2:
Murff, you got too much time on your hands.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-17-2023, 07:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,623
Posted By RedHorse1
We tow 13k# with out F350 and have 3k# on the...

We tow 13k# with out F350 and have 3k# on the pin. I was going down the air bag route but decided to try Timbrens. Installation was pretty easy and the result is very good. I needed to address the...
Forum: Campgrounds and Attractions 09-23-2023, 03:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,631
Posted By RedHorse1
We also use the “A” approach. I do all the...

We also use the “A” approach. I do all the driving and usually need a stop after 2-3 hrs driving. After retiring we were planning a trip and it hit me, “why are we planning a 1 night stop?” I...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-01-2023, 03:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,939
Posted By RedHorse1
I rely on the front landing gear to support the...

I rely on the front landing gear to support the front of the 5th and use a bunch of cribbing to build “towers” to support the rear. A tower on each side just behind the axles with a jack stand on...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-01-2023, 08:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,230
Posted By RedHorse1
Right you are Jag (10-15%). Gettin old is a...

Right you are Jag (10-15%).
Gettin old is a bear.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-31-2023, 08:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,610
Posted By RedHorse1
Mike, I’d also suggest TPMS for the TT if you...

Mike,
I’d also suggest TPMS for the TT if you don’t already have it.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-31-2023, 08:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,230
Posted By RedHorse1
I’ll echo the “use GVWR” for planning purpose. ...

I’ll echo the “use GVWR” for planning purpose. 15-20% of that # is the tongue weight you can expect.

Add 100# to that # (for a WD hitch) and you will have an estimate of the load you will add...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-31-2023, 07:56 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,995
Posted By RedHorse1
We had 2 dramatic blowouts in 70 miles when out...

We had 2 dramatic blowouts in 70 miles when out 5th was about a year old. I immediately replaced the MiC tires with G’year G614’s, an LT tire. They were a bit $$ but gave me 8 bullet-proof yrs,...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-31-2023, 07:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,491
Posted By RedHorse1
Crow, I had the same experience except mine...

Crow,
I had the same experience except mine took about a week to fall off. As suggested the 3M automotive trim double sided tape will do the job. I bought tape that was too wide so I cut short...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 07-29-2023, 09:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,939
Posted By RedHorse1
I bought a 20T bottle jack from HF for its...

I bought a 20T bottle jack from HF for its stroke, I also cary many 2x4x16 cribbing pieces to put the jack if I need to lift.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-29-2023, 09:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,565
Posted By RedHorse1
Awesome post! I agree, “super easy”! The CAT...

Awesome post! I agree, “super easy”!
The CAT Scale is your friend.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-29-2023, 09:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 467
Posted By RedHorse1
Our AC/LP Norcold has 2 heating elements that...

Our AC/LP Norcold has 2 heating elements that provide the heat when LP is not available. I can’t quote the load they generate but I can say it’s not low. Once cooled, as Kirk says, the load will be...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-29-2023, 09:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 654
Posted By RedHorse1
Well yes, that’s normal. Your dealer doesn’t...

Well yes, that’s normal. Your dealer doesn’t want to diagnose the problem.

That said, our Norcold switches from AC to LP and back without problem. I wonder if low voltage adds a complexity...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-29-2023, 08:55 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,010
Posted By RedHorse1
I would say wise not paranoid! In Galveston...

I would say wise not paranoid!
In Galveston couple years ago we saw MANY new rigs owned by new campers. Many had awnings out and were at the pool. A t-storm popped up and damaged 2 awnings in our...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-21-2023, 07:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,814
Posted By RedHorse1
This is how I did it. 89298

This is how I did it.
89298
Forum: Jokes and Humor 07-14-2023, 07:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 675
Posted By RedHorse1
Ahhh yes, I fondly remember my “MiC” tires. ...

Ahhh yes, I fondly remember my “MiC” tires.
89148
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-11-2023, 09:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,740
Posted By RedHorse1
I had the same issue, squat. I decided to try...

I had the same issue, squat. I decided to try Timbrens. They reduced the squat and don’t affect the ride when unloaded. There’s more pluses with bags (and $) but the simplicity of upgraded jounce...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-02-2023, 04:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,996
Posted By RedHorse1
I’d suggest you visit the CAT Scale. You will...

I’d suggest you visit the CAT Scale. You will KNOW what the weight of the rear axle and can calculate exactly how much more weight it can tolerate.
The CAT Scale is your friend.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-02-2023, 04:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,838
Posted By RedHorse1
That’s the same as my 2013 351RLTS. When we...

That’s the same as my 2013 351RLTS.
When we bought it I scratched my head trying to figure out what “Normal” meant. Turns out it means using tank water but shouldn’t “City Fixtuers” be labeled...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-02-2023, 07:21 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,342
Posted By RedHorse1
I alternate between hand-packing and using the ez...

I alternate between hand-packing and using the ez lube and it’s never been a problem. Spin th tire and squeeze SLOWLY. I keep reminding myself as I’m pumping that no matter how slow I’m going it’s...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-02-2023, 06:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 693
Posted By RedHorse1
It’s not uncommon to pass a TT on the highway and...

It’s not uncommon to pass a TT on the highway and see the membrane bubbled at the front edge. Low pressure area I suspect.
Forum: Tech Talk 07-01-2023, 07:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 904
Posted By RedHorse1
Nice work!

Nice work!
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-01-2023, 07:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,001
Posted By RedHorse1
I remove them when it’s sitting in storage. I...

I remove them when it’s sitting in storage. I figure the plastic caps and O-rings will last longer if they’re out of the weather.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-30-2023, 08:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,001
Posted By RedHorse1
My booster is the older “white box” and the...

My booster is the older “white box” and the recommendations when I bought it was to mount it someplace under or protected. Being cautious I. Our 1st TT (a hybrid) I mounted it in the forward pass...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-29-2023, 07:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,997
Posted By RedHorse1
Yeah, it’s scary. Both times I was distracted by...

Yeah, it’s scary. Both times I was distracted by something going on that I was paying too much attention to.
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