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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 09-16-2014, 01:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,858
Posted By ckdixon
Appreciate the link, Bob. I've owned a lot of...

Appreciate the link, Bob. I've owned a lot of RVs over the years and this is the first time that I've run into this problem. I suspect that these bolts never really got tightened at the factory.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 09-16-2014, 09:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,858
Posted By ckdixon
Water Leaking in Through A/C

After we returned home from our summer outing, it rained throughout the next day. While we were unloading the camper, I noticed water pouring out of the air conditioner and all over the floor and...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 05-08-2014, 01:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 16,900
Posted By ckdixon
I couldn't even tell you if my refrigerator has a...

I couldn't even tell you if my refrigerator has a 12v mode as I run on propane also. I was just quoting what my owner's manual says. Perhaps Jayco needs to update their manuals. I had an RV once...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-08-2014, 01:17 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,388
Posted By ckdixon
Ford's 6.2 gasoline engine is good but it is also...

Ford's 6.2 gasoline engine is good but it is also very pricey in an F150. While the diesel engine is not cheap, you will recover over 50% of the extra cost at trade-in time and your gas mileage will...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 05-08-2014, 12:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,452
Posted By ckdixon
On our Jayco HT, you couldn't open the storage...

On our Jayco HT, you couldn't open the storage compartment when the walk-thru door was fastened open. Problems like this seem to be more common on the smaller RVs where there is limited space. ...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-08-2014, 12:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,492
Posted By ckdixon
The gray front cap on my 2011 HT started...

The gray front cap on my 2011 HT started oxidizing when it was about a year old. There are paints out there such as Imron that offer extreme durability but like the Chinese tires, the manufacturers...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 05-08-2014, 12:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,692
Posted By ckdixon
You might also look on RVTrader.com. Many...

You might also look on RVTrader.com. Many dealers list their discounted new RVs on it.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-08-2014, 12:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,722
Posted By ckdixon
In 43 years of camping I've never used them. If...

In 43 years of camping I've never used them. If your RV is going to be sitting in the sun for long periods they would probably be a good idea. Ours is stored in a shaded area so I've never felt it...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-08-2014, 12:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,089
Posted By ckdixon
Our eagle HT had a large gap on each side between...

Our eagle HT had a large gap on each side between the pin box and the aluminum underbelly. I noticed on our first outing that the insulation bats were working their way out. I was able to seal this...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 05-07-2014, 01:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 16,900
Posted By ckdixon
In the owner's manual Jayco recommends turning...

In the owner's manual Jayco recommends turning the propane off and setting the reefer to 12v operation when traveling. Apparently there is a risk of the refrigerator's flame igniting fumes when...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-07-2014, 12:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,078
Posted By ckdixon
The flange around the slide should not be...

The flange around the slide should not be buckling. It should be flush with the wall all the way around. It sounds like yours may have an alignment problem. The bedroom slide on mine seems to sit...
Forum: Tech Talk 05-03-2014, 11:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,121
Posted By ckdixon
I've had to add an outside weatherproof outlet to...

I've had to add an outside weatherproof outlet to a couple of campers I've owned. As long as you have access inside your cabinets to run your wires, it shouldn't be a problem. Just be careful not...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-03-2014, 10:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,269
Posted By ckdixon
The decals should not be that bubbled. If it...

The decals should not be that bubbled. If it were just a couple of bubbles, you could take a pin and prick the bubble and work the air out, but if there are numerous ones like you say, it sounds...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-02-2014, 12:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,446
Posted By ckdixon
I'm on my second Jayco and have found them to be...

I'm on my second Jayco and have found them to be of higher quality than other brands I've owned. I've not had any leaks whatsoever. It is rare to find an RV that isn't going to have a few problems...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-02-2014, 12:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,975
Posted By ckdixon
I pulled my HT for two years with it sitting high...

I pulled my HT for two years with it sitting high in the front. The two problems I experienced in doing this were 1) I had to unhook if I pulled in for the night and 2) I lost a lot of water out of...
Forum: Campfire Chat 05-02-2014, 12:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,235
Posted By ckdixon
I've had to wait at a couple that were full until...

I've had to wait at a couple that were full until the current occupant of my site left. If there are empty sites, some parks will let you in early, others won't. I've never been charged extra for...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 05-01-2014, 11:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,474
Posted By ckdixon
We don't have the front living room model, but...

We don't have the front living room model, but you won't go wrong with the Jayco Premier. The quality is so much better than the Holiday Rambler Presidential that we used to own. I've only had a...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-30-2014, 05:32 PM
Replies: 452
Sticky: Poll: Jayco 5th Wheel Poll
Views: 352,689
Posted By ckdixon
We're "Half-Timing" in our 2013 Premier 321RLTS. ...

We're "Half-Timing" in our 2013 Premier 321RLTS. Too many "treasures" (read that as junk) to go full-time right now.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 04-29-2014, 11:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,151
Posted By ckdixon
X2. Coming down Wolf Creek Pass in Colorado...

X2. Coming down Wolf Creek Pass in Colorado with a 4-spd auto & gas engine, I had to go all the way down to 1st gear. I pulled over in the right lane and cruised down the hill at about 30mph never...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-28-2014, 10:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,106
Posted By ckdixon
Here's a link to the exploded view. ...

Here's a link to the exploded view. https://www.barkermfg.com/vip3000parts_sm.jpg
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-28-2014, 10:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,106
Posted By ckdixon
Looking at their website, on the current models,...

Looking at their website, on the current models, they show a crank going through the hole under the bubble level. https://www.barkermfg.com/vipjacks.html
Forum: Tech Talk 04-28-2014, 09:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,599
Posted By ckdixon
I had the dealer add one on my Cougar TT and they...

I had the dealer add one on my Cougar TT and they mounted it near the battery on the inside of the tongue. Make sure the one you use is weather proof if it's going to be exposed to the elements. It...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 04-28-2014, 09:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,610
Posted By ckdixon
Would something like this work for you? The two...

Would something like this work for you? The two attachment bases swivel so the mounting walls wouldn't have to be parallel. ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-28-2014, 09:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,351
Posted By ckdixon
The average RV weighs about twice what the tow...

The average RV weighs about twice what the tow vehicle does. Once the RV loses traction, the TV is just going along for the ride. If you feel comfortable towing at 81 mph, then I'll see you when I...
Forum: Tech Talk 04-28-2014, 09:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,599
Posted By ckdixon
There are a number of electronic things that...

There are a number of electronic things that continue to draw power while it is being stored. You need to either remove the negative ground on your battery when you're not using it or install a...
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