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03-21-2016, 03:00 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: South Carolina
Posts: 132
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New From South Carolina
Hello forum members,
My wife and I are so excited, and a little scared
We are both brand new to the camping world, neither of us has ever stayed a night in a RV of any description. This way of travel has had our attention for several years.
Well you could say we jumped right in, head first! We are picking up a new Precept 31UL later this week. We have shopped for over a year, we considered class C, 5th wheels, and class A. You know our decision.
Our plan is to start on a few short trips (100 - 150 miles), then we will venture further away from home.
This is kind of like "love it or leave it". If we love it then we may consider a diesel pusher in a couple years, if we don't then we lost a few dollars but had fun trying it. We truly think we are going to love it.
I'm sure I'll have all kinds of newbie questions, I appreciate layman answers for now.
If you see a 31UL pull in with SC tags and the owners look lost, that will probably be us
Hope to meet each and everyone of you on the road somewhere.
Steve
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03-21-2016, 03:08 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Aurora CO
Posts: 2,334
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Congrats and welcome from Colorado
There are lots of postings on the JOF around first time owners and what to look for, inspect, test, check , pack, and get ready for.
I've seen lots of posts where the Dry run was in the driveway......
You will be an expert in no time.
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Jim & Kim from Colorado
2014 Eagle 30.5 RLS
2015 Dodge 3500HD SRW 6.7L
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03-21-2016, 03:24 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: FL
Posts: 11,281
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Congratulations on the new 'head first' Precept and welcome to the forum.
Like Jmooney suggested, staying very close to home is a good idea... especially for folks, like you, that are camping for the first time.
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Sherm & Terry w/rescue Eydie (min Schnauzer) & Charley (std Poodle)
SOLD:2015 Jay Flight 27RLS, GY Endurance (E), Days: 102 '15, 90 '16, 80 '17, 161 '18, 365+ '20
SOLD: 2006 Ford F350 PSD, 4WD, CC, LB, SRW, Camper pkg., 375,000mi
Full timing: Some will think you're crazy, some will be envious, just enjoy the freedom!
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03-21-2016, 04:12 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Kingwood, Texas
Posts: 335
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Welcome to JOF and good luck on your adventure!
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Bruce & Cindy
Rambo & Chuy (Chihuahua's)
2016 Jayco 23RLSW
Blue Ox Sway Pro
2014 Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi
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03-21-2016, 04:52 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Elkin
Posts: 3,905
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Welcome to the JOF and congrats on the new TT!
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'18 Jay Flight 33RBTS
'02 F250 Crew Cab 7.3 Powerstroke
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03-21-2016, 05:38 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Trussville, Al
Posts: 2,093
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Welcome aboard and way to jump in to camping
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Ron, Barbara & rescues Beamer (Lab mix), Buddy (Cavalier spaniel), Ruger (Golden retriever), Stanley (Bassett/Springer mix) and 3 grandsons
2012 Jayco Feather 29L BH
2015 Chevy 2500 HD Duramax and Equalizer WDH
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03-21-2016, 05:42 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Maine
Posts: 2,618
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Hie ye to the Blue Ridge.. We have friends in Anderson and there are some state parks on Lake Hartwell to start with.
We also find Givhans Ferry on the Edisto RV friendly. Colleton not quite so much.
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2021 GMC Canyon
2021 Jayco 212QB
WDH ; Anderson
2012 Honda Ridgeline not towing anymore
2016 195 RB traded in
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03-21-2016, 06:36 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Clearwater, FL area
Posts: 5,196
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CONGRATULATIONS on the JAYCO!!!
...and WELCOME TO JOF!!! The members here are GREAT!!! There is a lot of GREAT information to be found here. I am sure that you will have information and pictures to share with us... so please do!!
We will be heading up to Hiawassee GA (Lake Chatuge) April 1.
Don
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03-21-2016, 07:41 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: South Carolina
Posts: 132
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Quote:
Originally Posted by fielro
Ron, Barbara & rescues Beamer (Lab mix), Buddy (Cavalier spaniel), Ruger (Golden retriever), Stanley (Bassett/Springer mix) and 3 grandsons
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Wow, a big part of our decision about trying the RV thing is we love to travel with our Cavalier! We have had three Cockers which have all gone to doggy heaven (they lived to 15, 16, and 12). This time we decided to down size, we are now Cavalier lovers.
We have been told of a Doggie RV Park in Rutherfordton NC where people are second, we want to visit there very soon!
Steve
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03-22-2016, 08:03 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Clearwater, FL area
Posts: 5,196
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Quote:
Originally Posted by StevL
Wow, a big part of our decision about trying the RV thing is we love to travel with our Cavalier!
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Wink will be 13 in June.. He is the KING.. gave him his FLORIDA summer hair cut already
Don
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03-22-2016, 08:40 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: James Island, SC
Posts: 22,753
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Welcome to JOF from a fellow SC'er. Enjoy the adventure and I hope we can answer any questions or at least point you in the right direction. There is a load of information to be found here. Many questions may be already answered in the forum once you get familiar with finding it.
Don't be shy to ask, as we all were where you are once. Come down to James Island County Park and enjoy Charleston. I would love to say hello in person.
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2011- 351RLTS Eagle, MorRyde suspension/pin box,
2017- F350 6.7 PSD Lariat FX4,SRW, SB,CC
Hughes PWD SP-50A, TST TPMS
Gator roll-up bed cover
B&W Turnover ball, Companion Std hitch
Can't find what you're looking on JOF? Try Jayco Owners Forum Custom Google Search
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03-22-2016, 09:53 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: South Carolina
Posts: 132
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mustang65
Wink will be 13 in June.. He is the KING.. gave him his FLORIDA summer hair cut already
Don
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Like!
Here is our Riley, I completely understand, he is King our our home too!
Steve
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03-22-2016, 10:01 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Sioux Falls
Posts: 348
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Welcome to JOF as well. You'll love it here. People are great and resources are plentiful!
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U.S. Air Force (1979 to 1994)
2016 Jayco 29.5BHDS
2015 Ram 2500 (6.7L Cummins Diesel)
Queen Creek, Arizona
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11-27-2016, 01:51 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Sep 2016
Location: Chesnee
Posts: 2
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We're in the same "boat" as you are. Newbies to RVing, but not to camping. We own a 2017 Jayco Greyhawk MV. Wish we knew someone nearby to chat with about all the questions we have. Maybe this forum will help. Purchased ours on Sept. 12th, but didn't drive it home until Nov. 3rd. Had 5 people help us get it up our steep driveway. My husband remarked that he wanted to practice driving it locally, especially with the dolly and toad (Prius) we are planning on pulling. When everyone left, I drove it down the driveway, inches at a time, with my husband checking underneath and moving boards under the tires to keep it from dragging. Our neighbor is allowing us to keep it in his driveway right now. Haven't even planned a first trip as my 93 year-old mom is staying with us. My brother is trying to get her into a home in Louisiana where she will be close to her brothers and sisters. After that, we will start planning. Anyway, glad to know we're not the only newbies in South Carolina.
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11-27-2016, 02:08 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: FL
Posts: 11,281
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Congratulations on the Greyhawk and welcome to the forum.
You'll probably hear from both Greyhawk and Redhawk owners on this forum. Staying close to home initially is a good idea to comfortable with your new MH and toad.
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Sherm & Terry w/rescue Eydie (min Schnauzer) & Charley (std Poodle)
SOLD:2015 Jay Flight 27RLS, GY Endurance (E), Days: 102 '15, 90 '16, 80 '17, 161 '18, 365+ '20
SOLD: 2006 Ford F350 PSD, 4WD, CC, LB, SRW, Camper pkg., 375,000mi
Full timing: Some will think you're crazy, some will be envious, just enjoy the freedom!
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11-28-2016, 06:01 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Duxbury
Posts: 7,113
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Congratulations and welcome!
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Rob & Kelly, Bella & Brady (Miniature Schnauzers)
2022 Eagle HT 28.5RSTS
2017 RAM 3500 SRW CTD/AISIN CC LB
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11-28-2016, 07:25 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Secret Cove
Posts: 10,701
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Hello and welcome. have fun!
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2010 Jayco Feather Sport 22'6" (sold)DrawTite,12,000 lbs. 2017 Jayco 212 QBW BAJA (bought)
2011 Ford F-150 XLT SCab 4x4 Tow Package
"If you can't be smart; be stubborn.". DG.
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11-28-2016, 07:40 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Abingdon
Posts: 6,177
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Welcome!!
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2013 Jayco Eagle 328 RLTS
2021 Keystone Montana 3121RL
2013 F350 6.7L 4x4 CCLB
W/Air Lift air bags (front & rear)
Equal-I-Zer™ WDH & B&W Companion
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11-28-2016, 08:16 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Sep 2016
Location: Conway
Posts: 18
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We did the same thing and are also from South Carolina. Complete newbies. We just picked up our 5th wheel last Friday. Our maiden voyage will be to a nearby state park for a long weekend on December 8th. In January we are heading to Florida for a practice trip. We have reserved pull through sites for the whole trip as backing in is our biggest challenge so far . Happy camping to you!
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11-29-2016, 03:44 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2016
Location: Southwest Wyoming
Posts: 453
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You'll love it! It's hard to describe to those who have never tried this diverse lifestyle just how great it is. We've been camping for over 45 years, and we've had nothing but amazing experiences. Enjoy every moment of your new adventure.
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2017 Melbourne 24k towing 2003 Jeep Wrangler
2013 Premier 19FBPR; 2013 Rpod 177 HRE
2011 Aliner Sport; 2008 Little Guy 5-Wide
1980 Shasta 21; 1981 Coleman Tent Trailer
1978 VW Westfalia; lots of tents
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