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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-05-2017, 08:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,856
Posted By Nismo66
I think you will find that a bigger truck is in...

I think you will find that a bigger truck is in it future plans. I started out a few years with a Nisan Frontier and a 197 Jayco. Upgraded to a F150. Upgraded to a 26RLS. Upgraded to a F250. Weights...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-05-2017, 07:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,214
Posted By Nismo66
Spend the money and buy the Barker. Has the...

Spend the money and buy the Barker. Has the pneumatic tires and the gate valve on the side of the tank. Your back will thank you later.
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 06-26-2011, 08:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,446
Posted By Nismo66
Frontier

I had a 2010 Nissan Frontier w/4.0 V6 and was thinking of purchasing the 17Z; however, the dealer didnt have one on the lot at the time. We looked at the 197 with the slide, and the wife was sold on...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 04-09-2011, 07:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,286
Posted By Nismo66
I am currently camping in my 2011 197. Great...

I am currently camping in my 2011 197. Great little camper. I think our floor plans are slightly different. Only problem so far is my 2 silverware cabinet doors broke from the rear mount. The staples...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-24-2011, 04:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,193
Posted By Nismo66
Colorado, Wyoming, and possibly Washington.

Colorado, Wyoming, and possibly Washington.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 03-24-2011, 04:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,399
Posted By Nismo66
I am from Evansville down in southern part of...

I am from Evansville down in southern part of state. I haven't lived in Indiana though for several years since joining the military. My favorite camping spot there is Turkey Run State Park just north...
Forum: Welcome Mat 03-19-2011, 04:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,559
Posted By Nismo66
Welcome Ted. Glad to see another military and...

Welcome Ted. Glad to see another military and midwesterner on here. I have a Jay Feather 197 and currently residing in NC. Have you ever been down to the Shawnee Natl Forest down in S. Illinois?...
Forum: Jayco Mods 03-17-2011, 08:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,645
Posted By Nismo66
Shower Surround

I like your shower surround mod. Where did you get the insert? Was it difficult to install? How did you attach to existing wall, screws, glue??

Would like to add one to my 197. Thanks.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-17-2011, 08:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,193
Posted By Nismo66
Better Deal

Well, on the way to the Nissan dealer saw a nice F-150 sitting on display as I was passing Ford dealer. Got a better deal, 2009, 5.4 V8, trailer tow package, and loaded with only 18K miles. So I am...
Forum: Welcome Mat 03-16-2011, 07:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,301
Posted By Nismo66
You'll love the pop up. I have had 2 Jayco pups...

You'll love the pop up. I have had 2 Jayco pups and really enjoyed the compactness. Would still have one if it was up to me. The wife wanted to upgrade and ditch the tent ends. I loved the outdoor...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-16-2011, 06:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,193
Posted By Nismo66
Frontier to Titan

Love the Jay Feather 197 and drove it home last weekend in some gusty winds and hills. It handled ok, but I just didnt feel I had the power I really needed. Call me crazy, but made an offer on a...
Forum: Campfire Chat 03-13-2011, 09:11 PM
Replies: 349
Views: 254,497
Posted By Nismo66
Military

Active US Army Warrant Officer....1986-Present. Currently back in the 82nd Airborne at Ft. Bragg, NC. Veteran of Desert Storm and Iraq. Once I hit 30 years...it's RVing full time!
Forum: Welcome Mat 03-13-2011, 04:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,805
Posted By Nismo66
Picked up the 197 Jay Feather today. Towed fine...

Picked up the 197 Jay Feather today. Towed fine and no sway even with 20mph crosswind most of the way. I am thinking of purchasing a cover for trailer. I live in NC and have lots of pine cones and...
Forum: Welcome Mat 02-28-2011, 09:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,805
Posted By Nismo66
Probably Uhwarrie National Forest here in NC. 30...

Probably Uhwarrie National Forest here in NC. 30 minutes from home and will be a good place to make sure I don't have any major issues with trailer.

We are already planning a 4 day trip to...
Forum: Welcome Mat 02-28-2011, 09:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,805
Posted By Nismo66
Yeah, I bought the truck brand new last December....

Yeah, I bought the truck brand new last December. The cooler is part of the package. I will post some pics once I pick up next week.
Forum: Welcome Mat 02-27-2011, 09:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,805
Posted By Nismo66
Thanks....Already put a deposit down. Pick up...

Thanks....Already put a deposit down. Pick up next week. Local dealer.
Forum: Welcome Mat 02-27-2011, 09:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,805
Posted By Nismo66
The towing package includes a transmission cooler...

The towing package includes a transmission cooler for my Nissan...do I need an additional one? Not very smart on this subject.
Forum: Welcome Mat 02-27-2011, 09:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,805
Posted By Nismo66
Jayco 197 Sport Towing

Hello All,

Have a 2010 Nissan Frontier, V6 w/trailer pkg rated at 650/6500.
I am looking at a Jay Feather Sport 197; GVWR is 4600, dry is about 3500.

Is this too much for my truck to pull on...
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