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08-24-2017, 08:13 PM
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Junior Member
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Location: West Michigan
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New Camper Day Tomorrow!
We are scheduled to pickup a new '17 Jayflight 32BHDS tomorrow! I have my PDI checklist ready! I'll put up some pics tomorrow.
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08-24-2017, 08:15 PM
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Congrats!
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2017 Coachmen Catalina 283RKS
2018 Ford F250 Super Duty 6.2l CCSB
2010 Jayflight 28BHS (sold)
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08-24-2017, 08:35 PM
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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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08-24-2017, 09:07 PM
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congrats
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08-24-2017, 10:29 PM
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Nice model! Congrats!
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2003 Ford F-350 XLT-4X2-Crew Cab-Short Bed - 6.8L V10; 4R100 Trans
2006 Tracker Pro Guide 16 WT, Mercury 60HP 4 Stroke; 9" Lowrance HDS; Motorguide Xi5 GPS
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08-24-2017, 11:06 PM
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That is awesome! Enjoy your 2017 Jayflight 32BHDS. Looking forward to seeing the pictures.
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John & Marcie
2017 Melbourne 24L
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08-24-2017, 11:16 PM
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Bet you don't sleep tonight but it will be worth it.
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08-25-2017, 05:14 AM
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That is AWSOME, I remember the feeling and excitement when picking up our camper. Nice model choice, its is goanna be FUN. Best of Luck
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2013 JAYCO EAGLE 314BDS(Ordered)
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08-25-2017, 05:43 AM
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Fantastic! What fun. We've found our 32bhds to be the perfect fit for our family.
What are you going to tow it with?
Enjoy!
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2017 Jay Flight 32BHDS
2006 GMC 2500HD Classic CC SB 4x4 6.6L Duramax/Allison
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08-25-2017, 05:56 AM
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Congratulations!
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08-25-2017, 06:32 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2013
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Congratulations
Any chance you’d like to share your PDI checklist with the group? I’m picking up my X23F next Monday and wouldn’t mind seeing what you’ve written?
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08-25-2017, 07:34 AM
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Junior Member
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Vasquez Kid
Fantastic! What fun. We've found our 32bhds to be the perfect fit for our family.
What are you going to tow it with?
Enjoy!
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2003 Excursion V10 4x4. All the springs have been switched to f250 springs and has airbags on the rear.
Have you had any issues with your trailer?
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08-25-2017, 07:35 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OttawaBob
Congratulations
Any chance you’d like to share your PDI checklist with the group? I’m picking up my X23F next Monday and wouldn’t mind seeing what you’ve written?
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http://www.jaycoowners.com/forums/f1...ted-36094.html
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2003 Excursion V10 4x4
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08-25-2017, 08:28 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Djpeters
2003 Excursion V10 4x4. All the springs have been switched to f250 springs and has airbags on the rear.
Have you had any issues with your trailer?
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We have had issues but it seems that it's finally settled in at this point.
Biggest issue, or theme really, has been plumbing/water leaks. These have all been due to poor parts and or installation. Cold supply to outside kitchen sink presented itself on the maiden voyage with water on the floor in the bunkhouse. Water leaking from water pump under kitchen sink ruined several pieces of the nearby cabinets. Supply to the toilet was the last water leak to date.
I highly recommend that you don't keep the water system pressurized when you are away or overnight while you sleep.
A couple of electrical problems that were solved by my dealer without any heartburn: LED strip under kitchen sink failed and the original battery wouldn't hold a charge for long after the first few trips. I only have one 12v battery but wish I had gone with two 6v instead. You will only get 1 night boondocking with the one 12v battery (running the heater). We get by with the one battery for now as I have a Champion 3100W Inverter generator. This supplies plenty of electrons to the AC even in economy mode.
I've done a few mods and two that I highly recommend are the digital Coleman-Mack thermostat and MagnoliaTom's AC vent taping/sealing of the duct work. We only have one 13.5k AC unit (here in the hot Southern California area) and Tom's awesome mod is da' bomb!
Have you already picked out an WDH/Anti-sway setup? I went with the Husky TS and am quite happy with it.
Congratulations on the purchase! You'll have a bunch of great times in it I'm sure!! Looking forward to your pictures and stories.
All the best,
Jeff
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2017 Jay Flight 32BHDS
2006 GMC 2500HD Classic CC SB 4x4 6.6L Duramax/Allison
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08-25-2017, 09:36 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: West Michigan
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Vasquez Kid
We have had issues but it seems that it's finally settled in at this point.
Biggest issue, or theme really, has been plumbing/water leaks. These have all been due to poor parts and or installation. Cold supply to outside kitchen sink presented itself on the maiden voyage with water on the floor in the bunkhouse. Water leaking from water pump under kitchen sink ruined several pieces of the nearby cabinets. Supply to the toilet was the last water leak to date.
I highly recommend that you don't keep the water system pressurized when you are away or overnight while you sleep.
A couple of electrical problems that were solved by my dealer without any heartburn: LED strip under kitchen sink failed and the original battery wouldn't hold a charge for long after the first few trips. I only have one 12v battery but wish I had gone with two 6v instead. You will only get 1 night boondocking with the one 12v battery (running the heater). We get by with the one battery for now as I have a Champion 3100W Inverter generator. This supplies plenty of electrons to the AC even in economy mode.
I've done a few mods and two that I highly recommend are the digital Coleman-Mack thermostat and MagnoliaTom's AC vent taping/sealing of the duct work. We only have one 13.5k AC unit (here in the hot Southern California area) and Tom's awesome mod is da' bomb!
Have you already picked out an WDH/Anti-sway setup? I went with the Husky TS and am quite happy with it.
Congratulations on the purchase! You'll have a bunch of great times in it I'm sure!! Looking forward to your pictures and stories.
All the best,
Jeff
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Thank you for your post. I'm leaving soon to go to the dealer and I will now check out the plumbing extra close.
They are setting me up with the Husky TS as well.
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08-25-2017, 07:47 PM
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Junior Member
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Got it home! It towed nice. We love it.
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08-25-2017, 08:10 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2017
Location: Prince george
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Sweet looking trailer!
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08-25-2017, 09:37 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2017
Location: Sweetwater
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You've got it home! Congrats!
Anyone sleeping in it tonight??
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- Jeff
2017 Jay Flight 32BHDS
2006 GMC 2500HD Classic CC SB 4x4 6.6L Duramax/Allison
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08-25-2017, 10:17 PM
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Member
Join Date: Oct 2014
Location: Inland Empire, CA
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WOW! That rig is beautiful!
I am considering a used 2014 32BHDS with fiberglass sides.
My concern is the length.
Did you consider the long length and the challenges of finding RV parks, state parks, etc prior to purchasing?
In terms of space, my 2 teen boys 13, 18, in rear room would love it!!! Love not converting dinette and sofa to beds, having a place for coffee in the morning, kids have their own private place in rear room, etc....solves all of of creature comfort issues and wife is happy.
I'm just concerned about the long overall 36' length and finding places to camp in parks, RV parks, campgrounds, etc.
Those that have these 32' models please share your experiences.
Not trying to take over your post, but I see a few 32BHDS owners who perhaps can comment.
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I actually have a recent thread on longer units, and their challenges, but did not get the input from actual owners I was looking for.
Thanks!
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08-26-2017, 01:56 AM
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Senior Member
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Congrats and welcome.
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