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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-07-2019, 11:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,514
Posted By milw156
2017 RAM 3500 costs me $101.00 in Redmond. In...

2017 RAM 3500 costs me $101.00 in Redmond. In fact it's cheaper than the trailer.
Forum: Welcome Mat 04-11-2017, 02:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,141
Posted By milw156
Congratulations and greetings from all the way...

Congratulations and greetings from all the way over in Redmond.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-10-2017, 09:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,718
Posted By milw156
Congratulations! I wanted a Laramie with bench...

Congratulations! I wanted a Laramie with bench seats in the front and the Aisin. Couldn't find any in the country so it was ordered. The wait was worth it and it's nice getting the exact truck...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-08-2017, 05:03 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,904
Posted By milw156
Here's a thread from the past showing when I took...

Here's a thread from the past showing when I took my then F150 & 28DSBH to a CAT scale. We were on our return from Seattle to San Diego and back.
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Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 03-07-2017, 01:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,465
Posted By milw156
We went from a White Hawk 28DSBH to a Eagle...

We went from a White Hawk 28DSBH to a Eagle 284BHBE. At the time it seemed like all we got was a larger shower, but overall I have to say that the Eagle feels more substantial in every way. The...
Forum: Jokes and Humor 02-24-2017, 10:51 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,923
Posted By milw156
I though the Woodstock editions went away a few...

I though the Woodstock editions went away a few years back.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 02-13-2017, 09:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,807
Posted By milw156
Don't fall for the fan club picks of which truck...

Don't fall for the fan club picks of which truck is best. Since 2013 I've owned all 3 in 1 ton crew cab form with the diesel and they all have their goods and bads. If you get a used 1 ton RAM with...
Forum: Welcome Mat 02-05-2017, 03:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,266
Posted By milw156
I do lubricate the ball and tongue with the dry...

I do lubricate the ball and tongue with the dry spray lubricant you can get at most places.

The second thing is to make sure that the trailer is chocked and doesn't move, as any forward or...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-23-2017, 02:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,864
Posted By milw156
I wash the awning at the start and end of the...

I wash the awning at the start and end of the camping season with a solution of bleach and dish soap. Apply, roll up, wait 15 minutes then spray off.

Toward the end of the season the mildew smell...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 10-03-2016, 12:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,385
Posted By milw156
Thanks all! This weekend I towed with it for the...

Thanks all! This weekend I towed with it for the first time and it was awesome. The trailer was a 24' car hauler weighing about 8000 lbs. I can't believe how effortlessly it pulled, and both...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 09-26-2016, 05:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,385
Posted By milw156
New TV - 2017 Ram 3500

Recently took delivery of a RAM 3500. She's still being broken-in but we hope to get 1 last trip in this year.

For anyone interested, this configuration has the Cummins & Aisin with a 12,300...
Forum: Campfire Chat 09-05-2016, 11:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,078
Posted By milw156
I'm Korean-American and my wife is...

I'm Korean-American and my wife is Japanese-American. We are usually the only minorities at the RV parks we visit. We've never felt uncomfortable nor has anyone ever made it an issue. Some of the...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 08-29-2016, 12:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,737
Posted By milw156
I had the same problem with our 28DSBH and 2013...

I had the same problem with our 28DSBH and 2013 Silverado CC LB.

What we found was that when the trailer was being jacked up, it would move slightly forward, creating pressure on the front of the...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-22-2016, 03:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,142
Posted By milw156
Pulling a tote is always a conversation starter

Used our Barker 32 gallon tote this weekend for the first time.

Everyone you pass by looks at you funny, but several people approached and talked about the use of the totes.

The tote really...
Forum: Campfire Chat 08-22-2016, 02:28 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,601
Posted By milw156
TV is my daily driver. DW has an Audi Q5 TDI...

TV is my daily driver. DW has an Audi Q5 TDI which we drive on weekends or errands. We may have to replace the Audi depending on what happens with the 3.0L cars thanks to Dieselgate.
Forum: Campfire Chat 08-22-2016, 02:23 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,102
Posted By milw156
1) I-5 in Los Angeles area 1b) Most highways in...

1) I-5 in Los Angeles area
1b) Most highways in Washington State

Both for the bumpy roads. US2 Stevens Pass has a couple dips where it feels like your combination will snap in two.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-11-2016, 04:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,441
Posted By milw156
We looked hard at the 29BHDS, and loved the...

We looked hard at the 29BHDS, and loved the island. Our decision came down to availability: ordering the 29BHDS and receiving in the non-trip months. vs buying the 284BHBE on the lot for a good...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-03-2016, 09:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,733
Posted By milw156
Thor Chateau Super C's are built on the Ford F550...

Thor Chateau Super C's are built on the Ford F550 chassis and come with the 6.7 Powerstroke diesel. It's lower than the Seneca Super C's, but you do benefit with a great towing capacity should you...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-01-2016, 11:45 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,917
Posted By milw156
Even when moving the trailer from the side yard...

Even when moving the trailer from the side yard to the driveway, it's easier to do a loop around the neighborhood to point the trailer in the best direction for backing in. I will fully hook up the...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-01-2016, 11:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,266
Posted By milw156
I've done it twice now. Unfortunately it's pay...

I've done it twice now. Unfortunately it's pay to play, and enjoying a trailer that is well suited for the family is most important. The depreciation stings for sure.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-08-2016, 11:26 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,044
Posted By milw156
Any RAM 3500 SRW owners with the 12,300 GVWR?

Any 1-ton SRW Ram owners that has the 12,300 GVWR?

I am considering one (Crew cab long bed with 6.7 and Aisin) and would like to get an idea what the yellow sticker shows for payload.

Thanks...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-24-2016, 11:55 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,676
Posted By milw156
I have 2 family members with Tundras and both...

I have 2 family members with Tundras and both pull trailers. Tundras are great pullers and almost Lexus-like in their driving manners and creature comforts, but they have very low payloads. Their...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-22-2016, 04:55 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,676
Posted By milw156
Another thing to consider is engine braking. The...

Another thing to consider is engine braking. The Ecoboost will get you up the hill in a hurry, but it has a hard time holding you back.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 06-20-2016, 09:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,426
Posted By milw156
I was that guy as well back when I was brand new...

I was that guy as well back when I was brand new to all this.

The WDH & Sway Control was not set up properly and I had too much weight still off the steer axle.

I finally visited a CAT Scale...
Forum: Welcome Mat 06-18-2016, 10:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 817
Posted By milw156
Welcome! Congrats on the new camper. We...

Welcome! Congrats on the new camper.

We visit the valley a couple times a year. Bummed that Yakama Nation RV Resort shut down - it was one of our favorite haunts.
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