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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-21-2019, 03:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,338
Posted By Nighthawk 96
Broken window in Whitehawk

Tree branch went thru exit window in bedroom. Only the glass was damaged. The glass part of the window is held onto the window frame from the top on the outside of the trailer by a few machine...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 02-23-2019, 06:00 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 11,270
Posted By Nighthawk 96
I am on my 2nd Jayco. Love my Whitehawk. Also...

I am on my 2nd Jayco. Love my Whitehawk. Also it is 1000# lighter than the current comparable model. Since I am 75 I expect it to be my last trailer. I have made several upgrades to this trailer...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-26-2017, 06:34 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,545
Posted By Nighthawk 96
We too have been thru the tent camping thing and...

We too have been thru the tent camping thing and boating thing. BOAT - Break out another thousand. Every thing I own is paid for; house, truck, camper. Only use our camper about 5 times a year to...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 06-04-2017, 06:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,475
Posted By Nighthawk 96
Welcome to the JOF. 2 2000 watt generators is...

Welcome to the JOF. 2 2000 watt generators is the way to go.

Lots of threads on this forum and on others about this.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-04-2017, 06:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,108
Posted By Nighthawk 96
I too have fairly detailed check lists for...

I too have fairly detailed check lists for leaving home, and leaving camp ground. Similar to Doug's but more detail. Make sure antenna is down. I have water in my hot water tank before I leave home...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-04-2017, 06:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,031
Posted By Nighthawk 96
I set my boost to B2 and power to 5. I too had...

I set my boost to B2 and power to 5. I too had my power set too high at around 8.

When set correctly the lever on top of the P3 should cause the trailer brakes to slow the truck down smoothly. ...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-27-2017, 05:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,321
Posted By Nighthawk 96
I have two Yamaha's like yours and the parallel...

I have two Yamaha's like yours and the parallel kit. Works fine for my 15K a/c
These generators are easy to move and since you already have one, this is the way to go.
Forum: Campfire Chat 03-20-2017, 06:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,122
Posted By Nighthawk 96
I like the size and weight of my Yamaha gens. ...

I like the size and weight of my Yamaha gens. Also running output two 2000 watt gens is 3600 watts. A trailer with one a/c for the most part is rated for 30 amps, and would use a 30 amp hook up at...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-20-2017, 06:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,536
Posted By Nighthawk 96
One of the reasons we bought our Whitehawk is for...

One of the reasons we bought our Whitehawk is for the mini fridge
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-16-2017, 07:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,461
Posted By Nighthawk 96
2x on the digital thermostat, Coleman 8330-3362...

2x on the digital thermostat, Coleman 8330-3362 Single Stage Heat/Cool Digital Wall Thermostat. Check your model number to be sure it is compatible. Will keep your trailer within one degree of your...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-08-2017, 07:49 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,945
Posted By Nighthawk 96
Lower monthly payment, higher interest rate for...

Lower monthly payment, higher interest rate for the longer loan. As a former credit union CEO, amen to going with a credit union. Car loans for 72 months have twice the default rate of a 60 month...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 03-07-2017, 07:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,470
Posted By Nighthawk 96
To start with we love our 2013 27DSRL and I...

To start with we love our 2013 27DSRL and I expect it to be the last trailer we will own.

The Eagle is for sure a step up, much more weight requiring a 3/4 ton truck.

What are you unhappy about...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 03-04-2017, 07:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 14,301
Posted By Nighthawk 96
The 27RLS is almost #1000 heavier than my...

The 27RLS is almost #1000 heavier than my Whitehawk. The 2017 28RLS has a redesigned bathroom that does not have the large storage space.

Jay Flights are heavier and have bigger tanks and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 02-18-2017, 09:14 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,218
Posted By Nighthawk 96
Tundra is the only 1/2 ton pickup Consumes...

Tundra is the only 1/2 ton pickup Consumes Reports recommends because of its reliability; more specifically the lack of reliability of the big three.

On my 2nd Tundra, never had to repair either...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-12-2017, 07:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,087
Posted By Nighthawk 96
My Prodgy P3 is mounted in the same place as Mudd...

My Prodgy P3 is mounted in the same place as Mudd has his. I used the included bracket and machine screws to mount it to the dash. I doubt that anyone would notice the screw holes if buying the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-12-2017, 06:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,938
Posted By Nighthawk 96
Expect our TT to last at least 10 years. We will...

Expect our TT to last at least 10 years. We will be over 80 years old at that point, so don't know if we will be capable of using it at that time. We financed for 5 years at less than 2% from our...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-04-2017, 07:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,867
Posted By Nighthawk 96
My Whitehawk has an unloaded vehicle weight of...

My Whitehawk has an unloaded vehicle weight of #5400. 2017 has ULVW of #6040. The floor construction is different, however my floor has been just fine. Would not trade up for an extra 640 lbs.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 01-04-2017, 07:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 22,871
Posted By Nighthawk 96
I have a ladder on my trailer with a bike rack on...

I have a ladder on my trailer with a bike rack on it. I carry a 6' ladder in my truck to be able to get onto the trailer ladder over the bike rack. I sweep the roof of my slide with a broom before...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-08-2016, 04:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,836
Posted By Nighthawk 96
The model lineup has changed somewhat since some...

The model lineup has changed somewhat since some of those threads were posted.
The current WH 27DSRL is #600 heavier than my 2013 and the JayFlight 28RLS is a much heavier trailer than the 26RLS...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-28-2016, 06:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,694
Posted By Nighthawk 96
Welcome to the forum. We love our 27DSRL; great...

Welcome to the forum. We love our 27DSRL; great TT for a couple.

Have added a digital thermostat, which keeps the temp much more even; a Progressive Industries Electrical Management System (EMS)...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-02-2016, 06:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,489
Posted By Nighthawk 96
Welcome to JOF Using your propane furnace...

Welcome to JOF

Using your propane furnace will provide some hot air to your tanks; However, many campers use electric heaters in their campers in winter to save money on propane use. This, of...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-02-2016, 05:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,344
Posted By Nighthawk 96
Welcome to the JOF. I separated from service 50...

Welcome to the JOF. I separated from service 50 years ago. Rented a room in a house near school. Didn't have a dog at that time though.

Be sure your floor plan includes enough space for your...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-29-2016, 07:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,997
Posted By Nighthawk 96
Welcome to the forum. As you can see in my...

Welcome to the forum. As you can see in my signature I have a Tundra and a WH which has a GVW of #7500.

When fully loaded the trailer weight is about #6800 and hitch weight is about #900.
My...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-24-2016, 05:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,691
Posted By Nighthawk 96
In my state the personal property tax on my 4...

In my state the personal property tax on my 4 year old trailer is almost 2x of my stick house. Can't imagine what it would be on a MH!
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-16-2016, 05:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,585
Posted By Nighthawk 96
I have the PI 30 amp EMS installed inside the...

I have the PI 30 amp EMS installed inside the trailer. Lifetime warantee and great telephone support if you need it.
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