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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-04-2021, 02:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 902
Posted By Nathan48035
I think you'll be fine, but one thing to keep in...

I think you'll be fine, but one thing to keep in mind is that the hitch also plays a huge role in how a setup tows. Don't take that part for granted. I would do some research on the hitch options out...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-28-2021, 06:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,044
Posted By Nathan48035
Thanks a lot Jaycojay & Randel!

Thanks a lot Jaycojay & Randel!
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-28-2021, 05:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,044
Posted By Nathan48035
Jay Flight SLX8 Tongue Height

Any chance someone with a 2021 Jay Flight SLX can let me know what the tongue height on this trailer is? I have a 2021 294QBS on order and I'd like to make sure my current hitch and shank are going...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-03-2021, 01:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,262
Posted By Nathan48035
Thanks a lot for the great info! Would have loved...

Thanks a lot for the great info! Would have loved to get the bigger refrigerator, but I definitely want one that will run on propane. That would be a pretty big disappointment for me to end up with...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-01-2021, 09:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,262
Posted By Nathan48035
Jay Flight SLX8 Refrigerator Options

Does anyone know if the standard refrigerator and the optional refrigerator for Jay Flight SLX8 trailers both work on electric or gas?
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 11-03-2020, 08:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 926
Posted By Nathan48035
Just realized I fat fingered the wheelbase for...

Just realized I fat fingered the wheelbase for the Expedition in my original post. It's obviously not 375". Would definitely have some drivability issues if that was the case. It has a wheelbase of...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 11-03-2020, 08:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 926
Posted By Nathan48035
Yea, I have no idea why they wouldn't offer a...

Yea, I have no idea why they wouldn't offer a better axle ratio as an option. Granted that is something that could be changed.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 11-03-2020, 07:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 926
Posted By Nathan48035
1 ton van versus Expedition

Hello,

I'd like to get some input on what you all think would be a better option for a tow vehicle. We are looking at upgrading our trailer to a Jay Flight SLX8 294QBS (8250lb GVWR / 35' 7").
...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-29-2020, 06:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,544
Posted By Nathan48035
Yea, I assume the other ones will eventually have...

Yea, I assume the other ones will eventually have the same issue. That's not the end of the world though. I'm planning on upgrading the camper in the next year (give or take) so I'll wait and see...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-28-2020, 06:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,544
Posted By Nathan48035
Fixed

Finally got a replacement sensor installed. I had a heck of time getting the old sensor out of there, but finally got it removed. With new sensor in place the tank will now read full again! :)
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Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-13-2020, 06:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,544
Posted By Nathan48035
Thanks good to know that the sensor is a gone...

Thanks good to know that the sensor is a gone once I pull it out. That's what I suspected, but wasn't sure.

I think I pretty much did this test when I took the full sensor wire and pushed it up...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-13-2020, 06:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,544
Posted By Nathan48035
I have a X18D (hybrid) and it does have an open...

I have a X18D (hybrid) and it does have an open underbelly. I actually really like the open underbelly as the camper is getting older. It seems like it would be a real pain the rear to take the big...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-13-2020, 06:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,544
Posted By Nathan48035
I've seen these before. I will be thinking about...

I've seen these before. I will be thinking about them for my next trailer for sure. I don't want to spend the money on this one though. I have been planning on upgrading for the last couple...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-10-2020, 07:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,580
Posted By Nathan48035
Wow, I would not have guessed that the thermostat...

Wow, I would not have guessed that the thermostat would prevent one speed from working. Good to know though. Will have to keep that in mind. Glad you got it working.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 08-10-2020, 07:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,458
Posted By Nathan48035
I would also add don't be afraid to down shift...

I would also add don't be afraid to down shift EARLY when you come up and over the top of the passes. It seems like on some of them you get up over the top and before you even know it you are going...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-10-2020, 07:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,580
Posted By Nathan48035
In cars there is a big resistor that is used for...

In cars there is a big resistor that is used for coming up with the different speds of the A/C / Heat blower motor. If certain speeds just stop working it is usually this resistor that is the...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-10-2020, 07:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,544
Posted By Nathan48035
I finally got back out there tonight and tested...

I finally got back out there tonight and tested it again with the full wire pressed up against the 2/3 wire (no nut in between) and the full LED lit up. It seems like the full sensor must be bad. I...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-08-2020, 05:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,544
Posted By Nathan48035
Good thinking. I'll get some up top holding the...

Good thinking. I'll get some up top holding the button down as I'm playing around down there to see exactly what is going on.
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-07-2020, 06:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,544
Posted By Nathan48035
JFlightRisk, you bring up a good point. The nuts...

JFlightRisk, you bring up a good point. The nuts do rust. For my latest check of moving the full wire down and adding it to the 2/3 sensor. I just put on the back of the 2/3 stuf after the nut...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-07-2020, 06:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,544
Posted By Nathan48035
I've seen those Horst probes and heard they were...

I've seen those Horst probes and heard they were better. If I knew these sensors were my problem I would have no problem buying some of those. I'm just not sure it's the sensor. I did check out...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-07-2020, 02:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,544
Posted By Nathan48035
Fresh Water Tank Sensor Help

Wondering if anyone has an idea what could be going on with my fresh water tank level sensor.

It reads empty, 1/3, 2/3 just fine, but doesn't read full. I tried replacing the resistor pack...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-01-2015, 07:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,593
Posted By Nathan48035
Yea, I guess I'll need to load it up like we were...

Yea, I guess I'll need to load it up like we were going camping as well.

I saw those scales made specifically for it and was tempted, but it'd like to avoid the cost just for a scale if I can...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 06-01-2015, 06:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,884
Posted By Nathan48035
I have a light that works with those outlets that...

I have a light that works with those outlets that we got with a popup years ago. We now use it in our X18D, but my wife and I were just talking this weekend that we needed to figure out a better...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-01-2015, 05:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,593
Posted By Nathan48035
Forgot to include the site for anyone else that...

Forgot to include the site for anyone else that may be interested.
Adjustable Shank - 4" Drop/8" Rise - 12" Long - By Equal-i-zer | HitchSource.com...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-01-2015, 05:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,593
Posted By Nathan48035
I just found a site with the shank that I think I...

I just found a site with the shank that I think I need for 100 bucks and free shipping. Not too bad being that the list is $135.
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