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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-06-2013, 05:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,020
Posted By nitrohorse
I'm a little confused, why would insurance have...

I'm a little confused, why would insurance have to cover your roof?
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 01-21-2013, 05:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,522
Posted By nitrohorse
My wife and I looked at the same two models as...

My wife and I looked at the same two models as your parents. Ultimately, my wife made the decision to go with the 26RLS.
The reasons were that she did not like having to walk through the bathroom to...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-14-2012, 05:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,101
Posted By nitrohorse
I have a 26RLS with the power cord stored in the...

I have a 26RLS with the power cord stored in the rear under the window. My 50 cent take on why the cord is a bear to pull out or store is because of the hard plastic cord covering. I have a 30'...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-26-2012, 06:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,967
Posted By nitrohorse
I heard that Atwood has the factory temp set...

I heard that Atwood has the factory temp set higher to ensure hot water for a longer period. The only concern I have is that one of my grandchildren could scald themselves if they forgot to mix the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-26-2012, 06:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,372
Posted By nitrohorse
My 26RLS came with a 26" TV.

My 26RLS came with a 26" TV.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-05-2012, 04:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,423
Posted By nitrohorse
Cooking with olive oil will keep the valve...

Cooking with olive oil will keep the valve lubricated.....
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-05-2012, 04:10 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,045
Posted By nitrohorse
26RLS Low Point Drains

I have a question regarding the number of lpd on a 26rls. According to the decals on the outside of the trailer, there appears to be 2 lpds and two other valves to drain the fresh water tank. I...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-16-2012, 04:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,363
Posted By nitrohorse
Here's how I view covering anything on trailer....

Here's how I view covering anything on trailer. It the A/C needed to be covered during the winter, the dealerships would have covers on all the units parked on their lot. I've never seen a roof A/C...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-16-2012, 04:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 12,424
Posted By nitrohorse
In addition to the OEM Winegard, I added the...

In addition to the OEM Winegard, I added the Wingman. It certainly helped improve reception.


https://www.winegard.com/wingman/index.php
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-02-2012, 06:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,304
Posted By nitrohorse
Check out the Good Sam extended warranty before...

Check out the Good Sam extended warranty before you commit to the dealer's extended warranty. You will be surprised......
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-02-2012, 01:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,214
Posted By nitrohorse
I scoured the Jayco site and could not find a...

I scoured the Jayco site and could not find a definitive answer as to the R24 roof claimed by my salesman. I did do a Google search on foil and came up with this. I agree that foil has no "R" value,...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-01-2012, 04:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,214
Posted By nitrohorse
My 2013 26RLS has the thermal package. The...

My 2013 26RLS has the thermal package. The underbelly is heated, and the salesman told me that included both
the grey and black tanks in addition to the water tank. The roof is R24, the walls are...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-06-2012, 03:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 15,470
Posted By nitrohorse
The only other issue to consider is service after...

The only other issue to consider is service after the sale. "If" you can get your local dealer to come close to rvdirect, I would chose
the local dealer. I bought locally as I had some concerns...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-03-2012, 06:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,318
Posted By nitrohorse
Unless they forgot to install the cable...

Unless they forgot to install the cable connection, your cable hook-up is on the driver's side near the city water and black tank flusher. It has a white plastic cover over it.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-02-2012, 04:37 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 28,896
Posted By nitrohorse
If you do not have a tight, snug fitting cover,...

If you do not have a tight, snug fitting cover, the wind can cause the cover to chaf the corners of the tt. It happened to my neighbor's trailer. If the cover fits tightly all over the trailer, then...
Forum: Welcome Mat 09-02-2012, 04:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,869
Posted By nitrohorse
I don't want to pee on your parade, but the...

I don't want to pee on your parade, but the 33RLDS has a dry weight of 8000 and a gross of over 10000. That's really pushing, if not exceeding, the capabilities of a 1/2 ton pickup. To be safe, check...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-31-2012, 03:22 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,314
Posted By nitrohorse
As RV owners, we always look for dual purpose...

As RV owners, we always look for dual purpose utensils.
The brush serves two purposes (lube toilet valve and cob).
The grill tongs are also dual purpose. They have to be when you own two dogs....
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-29-2012, 11:22 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,771
Posted By nitrohorse
I always believe there's a backside to each...

I always believe there's a backside to each story. I live in N.E. Pa. I found a dealer approximately 150 miles from my home who was quoting me the best price for a new 2013 26 RLS. Not wanting to...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-28-2012, 03:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,545
Posted By nitrohorse
Simple thing to do between camping trips is to...

Simple thing to do between camping trips is to remove the main 30amp fuse up near the battery. This will prevent the parasitic loads
(Propane detector, radio, etc.) from draining the battery. Or,...
Forum: Tech Talk 08-25-2012, 06:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,166
Posted By nitrohorse
That ring you made looks like a factory fit. No,...

That ring you made looks like a factory fit. No, let me correct that...it looks better than factory. If you want to pass that
mod off as a factory option smear some Doctor all over the plastic plate...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-25-2012, 06:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,166
Posted By nitrohorse
The manual states that the awning can be rolled...

The manual states that the awning can be rolled up in a sloped setting. What it does warn against is have a 3 or more button disparity between the arms when attempting to retract the awning....
Forum: Tech Talk 08-24-2012, 04:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,594
Posted By nitrohorse
My understanding is that the cable signal is...

My understanding is that the cable signal is already amplified. Leaving the booster on over-amplifies the signal and may distort the picture.
Kinda like over driving an audio amplifier.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-23-2012, 07:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,314
Posted By nitrohorse
Not before I rinse it off in cold water.

Not before I rinse it off in cold water.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-23-2012, 02:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,166
Posted By nitrohorse
Carefree's manual states that you can apply...

Carefree's manual states that you can apply upward pressure on the pivot arm while adjusting the slope. In fact, there's a photo of the
awning in the open position while adjustments are made. That...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-22-2012, 03:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,166
Posted By nitrohorse
Rockypointer, Extend the awning and then make...

Rockypointer,
Extend the awning and then make the angle adjustments with the buttons. I read the awning manual
and Carefree states not to have more than three hole difference between the two arms...
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