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Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 10-28-2019, 05:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,716
Posted By grantsoo
I have probably used the same Flying J for the...

I have probably used the same Flying J for the same reason.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-25-2019, 11:42 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,614
Posted By grantsoo
The only thing I can think of to say is...

The only thing I can think of to say is "Amen."
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-23-2019, 05:15 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,614
Posted By grantsoo
"nashing of teeth"?

I rarely hear the expression "gnashing of teeth" anymore. You know something about the Bible, @DSchmidt.
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 06-02-2019, 04:48 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,966
Posted By grantsoo
5 gallons did it for us

We never filled the tank. We started off carrying two 5 gallon jugs of fresh water from home and went down to 1 jug.
I always hooked up to city water but really only used that for the bathroom.
We...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 05-07-2019, 01:53 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,235
Posted By grantsoo
Boy have I been there with my 31' Itasca. ...

Boy have I been there with my 31' Itasca.
Crossing the bridge under mandatory escort.
My wife and I were talking about how to exit the vehicle before it hit the water.
Seriously! And I paid more...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 05-07-2019, 01:46 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,235
Posted By grantsoo
Years ago I crossed the bridge into Sarnia...

Years ago I crossed the bridge into Sarnia Ontario with my 2002 Itasca. I followed the signs for RV's which included cars.
I was very concerned and watched my left mirror going through the custom's...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-11-2019, 04:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 848
Posted By grantsoo
AC shroud damage, but from where?

Just curious, has anyone crossed the border into Sarnia Ontario recently?
Years ago I crossed with my 2002 Itasca. Followed the signs for RV's which included cars.
Was very concerned and watched...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-05-2019, 02:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,268
Posted By grantsoo
I'm reading this and thinking, what a great idea!...

I'm reading this and thinking, what a great idea!
Then I'm wondering, why haven't I heard this before?
All those years of smells that could have been controlled.....
Forum: Campfire Chat 03-25-2019, 05:42 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,403
Posted By grantsoo
Ditto.

Ditto.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-09-2019, 02:25 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 45,658
Posted By grantsoo
I towed a 26RLS with the 1/2 ton Suburban. Not...

I towed a 26RLS with the 1/2 ton Suburban. Not fun.
Went back and forth from the Soo to TO.
Started off going to maximum pressure in the tires. Then went to Dual Cam hitch, then switched to truck...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 10-27-2018, 01:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,855
Posted By grantsoo
On a 31' Itasca 450 with the V10 I got around 11...

On a 31' Itasca 450 with the V10 I got around 11 till I started running between 1/4 and 3/4 full on gas. That got me to almost 12. A lot easier to drive as well, didn't kick out of overdrive as...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-14-2018, 05:35 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,896
Posted By grantsoo
One more thing....

I wish you could add more more instruction to this about monitoring the discharge.
I was standing there with the flush on and the drain open and the DW said there's something happening in the...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-19-2018, 05:27 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,777
Posted By grantsoo
Good advice!

I live in a ground floor apartment that faces a Walmart parking lot. The lot is posted "no overnight parking." There also has been local publicity concerning campgrounds complaining about the loss...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 07-19-2018, 05:17 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 16,215
Posted By grantsoo
Never leave!

I flushed my 26RLS with the black valve open and nearly had disaster!!
It was not draining but did let go just as it backed up into the toilet.
Fortunately I only had a small spill in my brand new...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 07-19-2018, 04:42 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 55,127
Posted By grantsoo
Yes, taking it to the 1/4 mark was knowing that...

Yes, taking it to the 1/4 mark was knowing that generator use was not planned.
I can't believe now I got that good of mileage! (12 mph).
Also there was no towed vehicle.

The terrain was between...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 07-18-2018, 02:33 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 55,127
Posted By grantsoo
got 10 and went to 12

I had a 2002 31 foot Itasca,
It got 10 mpg when I would completely fill it at around 1/2 tank.
I then discovered when I couldn't fit into the gas station I planned and had to run it down to about...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 06-17-2018, 05:41 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,776
Posted By grantsoo
I had a 2002 31 ft. Itasca motorhome. I LOVED...

I had a 2002 31 ft. Itasca motorhome.
I LOVED it!!
I had to keep reminding myself I had a small home behind me because it would just sail along so easily.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-14-2015, 04:33 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,289
Posted By grantsoo
I have a 26RLS, 6800lb dry. My TV is a 1500...

I have a 26RLS, 6800lb dry. My TV is a 1500 Suburban with 5.3 and 3.73. I added the Reese dual cam hitch and upgraded to light truck tires inflated to max pressure. Still a beast to pull. I now...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-10-2013, 05:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,031
Posted By grantsoo
One warning if you are not plugged into shore...

One warning if you are not plugged into shore power.
If left on, the antenna booster can drain a battery in a few days.

Grant
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-06-2013, 05:46 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,781
Posted By grantsoo
I have yet to find time to cut the angle at the...

I have yet to find time to cut the angle at the end of the board. In the interim, I use a second 10" board in front of the main board so when it reaches the main board it is already level with it. ...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-03-2013, 01:30 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,781
Posted By grantsoo
Great iPhone app for levelling

I have a great iPhone app that tells you how much height you have to bring the one side and back or front up.
On the phone I can't see the entire app name but it says RC CO..free.
It allows you to...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-19-2012, 02:24 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,804
Posted By grantsoo
I don't have enough experience with my trailer...

I don't have enough experience with my trailer yet, but had lots with my 31 foot motorhome. I got about 10 mpg with it with a strategy of 1/2 full FW tank and run the gas down to 1/4 tank and then...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-15-2012, 12:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,333
Posted By grantsoo
If there is a way to fill the FW tank from the...

If there is a way to fill the FW tank from the city water connection, I'd sure like to know how. My manual says the same thing. If you try the gravity fill, you should be ok.

Grant
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-12-2012, 03:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,153
Posted By grantsoo
That looks level to me. I'd say door issue. ...

That looks level to me.
I'd say door issue.

Grant
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-11-2012, 08:35 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,781
Posted By grantsoo
The dealer told me to carry the main board for...

The dealer told me to carry the main board for under the wheels and a 12" board in front of the main board to climb on first so the the main board can't flip up.

Grant
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