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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-26-2020, 05:05 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,141
Posted By parkersdad
Yes, my family only has three people in it....

Yes, my family only has three people in it. Myself my wife and my 11-year-old daughter. We downsized to a camper that only weighs 5500 pounds loaded. We are small people so I got rid of my heavy duty...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-25-2020, 12:06 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,141
Posted By parkersdad
A good read and watch. These guys are pretty...

A good read and watch. These guys are pretty thorough.


https://www.tfltruck.com/2018/12/ford-gm-ram-best-towing-truck-ike-gauntlet/
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-17-2020, 09:44 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,141
Posted By parkersdad
I agree with this statement. That is the reason I...

I agree with this statement. That is the reason I bought a ram rebel with a 3.92 rear end. With the eight speeds it flies up the mountain with my camper. However it only weighs 6000 pounds. After...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-01-2020, 11:29 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,889
Posted By parkersdad
It is still an expensive part and I no longer...

It is still an expensive part and I no longer need the diesel. The diesel was my every day driver and I drive 6 miles to work and 6 miles home. That is not good on the new emissions systems. My...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-01-2020, 10:32 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,889
Posted By parkersdad
It was not the turbo it was the actuator which is...

It was not the turbo it was the actuator which is an electronica part. Ram will not replace the actuator they make you change the entire turbo and actuator.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-01-2020, 09:01 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,889
Posted By parkersdad
I had a 2015 ram 2500 CTD with 75,000 miles on...

I had a 2015 ram 2500 CTD with 75,000 miles on it. At 75,000 a check engine light came on. After looking into it it ended up being my actuator failed. The dealer wanted $6000 because they would not...
Forum: Tech Talk 06-25-2014, 06:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,075
Posted By parkersdad
I bought the Cummins Ram and would do it again.

I bought the Cummins Ram and would do it again.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-20-2014, 06:29 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,730
Posted By parkersdad
No but a Cummins Ram will do the job!!!

No but a Cummins Ram will do the job!!!
Forum: Campgrounds and Attractions 06-14-2014, 10:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,307
Posted By parkersdad
I have never been there but this place looks...

I have never been there but this place looks amazing. I will stay there soon. Linky.
https://www.campfirelodgings.com
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-13-2014, 09:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,900
Posted By parkersdad
You're going to love it. We bought our 29QBH a...

You're going to love it. We bought our 29QBH a few months ago and love it. Be careful or you will never be home. This is our first weekend home in 5 weeks. Enjoy the new toy.
Forum: Welcome Mat 06-13-2014, 06:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 890
Posted By parkersdad
Congratulations on the new camper and go Hokies!!!

Congratulations on the new camper and go Hokies!!!
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-12-2014, 08:52 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,427
Posted By parkersdad
Get what you want to start with or you will be...

Get what you want to start with or you will be buying again within a year. Believe me I've done it twice.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-12-2014, 06:24 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,427
Posted By parkersdad
Not trying to argue but yes some of the smaller...

Not trying to argue but yes some of the smaller motors are doing a lot better these days. The only point I am making is with as much as I pull my camper I do not want a small displacement motor. If...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-11-2014, 12:15 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,427
Posted By parkersdad
Because I have a 408 cubic inch inline 6. It's...

Because I have a 408 cubic inch inline 6. It's called a Cummins.[emoji106]
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-10-2014, 12:47 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,427
Posted By parkersdad
Towing to the limit (and beyond...)

And just for the record if I was buying a truck right now I would buy the V-8 motor over any eco-boost. There's an old saying that there is no replacement for displacement. I think that holds true. ...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-10-2014, 12:44 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,427
Posted By parkersdad
Actually some people prefer diesel over gas. The...

Actually some people prefer diesel over gas. The eco-boost is a good motor but there is a reason why Dodge cannot keep up production with the new Ecodiesel. They sold 8500 units before they even...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-09-2014, 09:53 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,427
Posted By parkersdad
Towing to the limit (and beyond...)

In my opinion I would take a hard look at the Volks Wagon touareg diesel. Sorry for spelling. Here is a link https://www.edmunds.com/volkswagen/touareg/2014/
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-07-2014, 11:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 40,513
Posted By parkersdad
I only keep about 5 gallons in my tank just...

I only keep about 5 gallons in my tank just enough so we can use the bathroom if we need to.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 06-07-2014, 05:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,721
Posted By parkersdad
You guys are having fun and that's what it's all...

You guys are having fun and that's what it's all about. My wife and I have been out three of the last four weekends as well.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-06-2014, 04:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,521
Posted By parkersdad
We are leaving today for a camping trip. I am...

We are leaving today for a camping trip. I am going to eternabond the holes. Thanks for the words of encouragement.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-05-2014, 07:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,521
Posted By parkersdad
When it rains it pours

We have only had our camper about 2 months. I was pulling out of the drive on our first trip and a branch caught our back trim and ripped it off. Easy Fix, like brand new. Now our bathtub was not...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-01-2014, 06:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,026
Posted By parkersdad
It is small but it is good at what it was...

It is small but it is good at what it was designed for. The 11,000 pound tow rating is not for a trailer like a camper. More like a hay trailer that supports itself and does not have much tongue...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 06-01-2014, 05:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,026
Posted By parkersdad
Didn't mean to hit a nerve but when I said mini...

Didn't mean to hit a nerve but when I said mini van motor it is about the same size. It is only 3.7 liter
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 06-01-2014, 08:47 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 26,172
Posted By parkersdad
By the way you can put your music on a USB stick...

By the way you can put your music on a USB stick and it will play it from that.
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 06-01-2014, 08:42 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 26,172
Posted By parkersdad
You are just a year early. My new 2015 Jayco has...

You are just a year early. My new 2015 Jayco has the Bluetooth built in.
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