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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 02-13-2024, 09:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,043
Posted By Quantum
I would say the numbers are bang on. The...

I would say the numbers are bang on.

The F-250 has a derated GVWR on it, for registration purposes. You could get a higher rating, and pay the higher registration fees.

The F-250 is capable of...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-02-2023, 02:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,074
Posted By Quantum
Changed out my OEM Rainiers for Carlisle Radial...

Changed out my OEM Rainiers for Carlisle Radial Trail HDs after 2 years.

Been running the Carlisles now for 6 years and about 30k and they're going strong.

I did upgrade 1 load range when I...
Forum: Tech Talk 04-15-2023, 10:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 491
Posted By Quantum
Wouldn't the furnace just use the battery to run?

Wouldn't the furnace just use the battery to run?
Forum: Tech Talk 04-14-2023, 04:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 491
Posted By Quantum
Battery charger vs converter

So my PD4045 makes this squealing noise that I can't figure out. It's not the fan, maybe it's one of the capacitors, or something else. The noise changes based on 12v load.

Anyway, instead of...
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 09-22-2022, 12:20 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,667
Posted By Quantum
I've always heard about the rule of 3s 300...

I've always heard about the rule of 3s

300 miles

OR

3:00pm

and
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-05-2022, 04:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,463
Posted By Quantum
Love my Carlisle Radial Trail HDs. I'm onto my...

Love my Carlisle Radial Trail HDs. I'm onto my 5th year now and over 30,000km and they are awesome. Picked up a roofing nail once, but other than that, I haven't had an issue.

I had them...
Forum: Tech Talk 04-30-2022, 08:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,142
Posted By Quantum
You guys in the USA have amazing data pricing. In...

You guys in the USA have amazing data pricing. In Canada we get raked over the coals!
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-28-2022, 03:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,994
Posted By Quantum
Yikes! The 373 has a dry pin of 2330lbs, but...

Yikes!

The 373 has a dry pin of 2330lbs, but I bet it's close to 3k by the time you load up your LP tanks, the underbelly storage compartment and that massive clothes closet. Add a mattress and...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-04-2022, 02:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,735
Posted By Quantum
I had to troubleshoot the trailer brakes on my...

I had to troubleshoot the trailer brakes on my most recent trip with my 2021 F150. Turns out, Ford just issued a recall for my brake controller, but at the time, I didn't know that was the issue.
...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-28-2022, 11:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 857
Posted By Quantum
I'd ask for an explanation too. I've...

I'd ask for an explanation too.

I've thought about eternabonding my roof vents and skylights on my trailer, but then I thought if I sell my RV down the road is someone going to suspect an issue...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-23-2022, 03:58 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,807
Posted By Quantum
70-80% of your braking is done by the front...

70-80% of your braking is done by the front wheels of your tow vehicle, so I want those front tires firmly planted on the ground...that's why I use my WDH (with built in sway) on EVERY trip. Short...
Forum: Jayco Toy Haulers 01-21-2022, 01:20 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 32,457
Posted By Quantum
I ended up reinforcing the existing hangers. I'm...

I ended up reinforcing the existing hangers. I'm in Canada and with the border restricted it's hard to get anything from the USA.
Forum: Campgrounds and Attractions 01-17-2022, 05:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,475
Posted By Quantum
We've done that trip a few times, from Ontario. ...

We've done that trip a few times, from Ontario.

We enjoyed Myrtle Beach SP. We also visit Huntington Beach SP and it is also very nice. If you're working your way down the coast, Scusset Beach...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 12-29-2021, 07:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,707
Posted By Quantum
Ouch, glad you were okay. I've got the...

Ouch, glad you were okay.

I've got the TireMinder i10 with a repeater and it works really well. Maybe you just need the repeater/booster?
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 12-26-2021, 10:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,942
Posted By Quantum
No, that's the red wire with the yellow stripe,...

No, that's the red wire with the yellow stripe, not the black wire.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-23-2021, 02:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,701
Posted By Quantum
I assume you are raising the tongue and truck...

I assume you are raising the tongue and truck using the tongue jack? If I do that, the bars slip right into place, without the tool.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 11-29-2021, 04:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,417
Posted By Quantum
I agree with the other poster, you need to crawl...

I agree with the other poster, you need to crawl under your rig and look at the backside of the rim. If you can't find a rating stamped on the rim, you'll find a manufacturer name and model. When I...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 11-29-2021, 04:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,033
Posted By Quantum
From what I've seen the 2.7L is a pretty good...

From what I've seen the 2.7L is a pretty good balance between power and fuel economy.

The Ecoboost problems are very few and far between, but there isn't a tow machine quite like an...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 11-27-2021, 07:33 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 9,475
Posted By Quantum
I would strongly consider getting a short bed...

I would strongly consider getting a short bed truck. There are plenty of hitch options out there and many fifth wheels already come prepared with Max turn corners. The resale in the short bed is...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-30-2021, 05:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 929
Posted By Quantum
My dad's was built July 9 and was at the dealer...

My dad's was built July 9 and was at the dealer about 4 weeks later.

The 2022s are nice with the bigger screen. He went with the 6.7L PSD and the 3.31 axle. It tows their 5'ver very well.
...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-12-2021, 07:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 959
Posted By Quantum
On the truck, no it's not necessary. On the...

On the truck, no it's not necessary.

On the trailer, also not necessary, but gives you extra insurance to prevent blowouts.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-03-2021, 05:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,433
Posted By Quantum
We were headed from Cape Code (Scusset Beach SP)...

We were headed from Cape Code (Scusset Beach SP) to Liberty Harbor RV park in NJ one year.

We were on I-95 in Connecticut and the traffic became a standstill, so Google Maps routed us to the...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-16-2021, 01:19 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,287
Posted By Quantum
When he complained about his truck being almost...

When he complained about his truck being almost against the building, trying to get it in the correct way, I probably would've responded....well then maybe you shouldn't be driving... :)
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 09-16-2021, 01:13 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,508
Posted By Quantum
When my axle hanger broke (not on the highway),...

When my axle hanger broke (not on the highway), my method was to use my lynx levellers and my truck jack. Worked like a charm. I would do the same if I was on the highway.

I also have a $5 tire...
Forum: Welcome Mat 09-12-2021, 05:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 893
Posted By Quantum
Welcome from Niagara!

Welcome from Niagara!
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