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Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 02-05-2023, 08:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,554
Posted By imjustdave
per the jayco web site that camper weight is 3k...

per the jayco web site that camper weight is 3k lbs... or about 4k lbs loaded up to go camping ... and 300 - 400 ish pin weight...

not sure what you're using to tow with but do you really...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-06-2022, 12:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,450
Posted By imjustdave
you need to know your ball pin weight and axle...

you need to know your ball pin weight and axle weights to answer this question. 2 trips to the scale and you will have the data you need. front rear and trailer axles #s

you could have 200 lbs...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 02-20-2022, 11:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,828
Posted By imjustdave
where do you live? that's crazy town. wonder...

where do you live? that's crazy town. wonder if they thought you were going to camp very common in Seattle
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-20-2022, 11:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,566
Posted By imjustdave
stick on levels are about 2$ level it out...

stick on levels are about 2$

level it out with a carp level, I usually check the fridge, floor, door swing area and drains... than stick them on good for years.

don't complicate it.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-09-2021, 04:04 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,662
Posted By imjustdave
General theft is ramp it in my area, Was talking...

General theft is ramp it in my area, Was talking to the local battery place and every 2-4 weeks they have a break in on Sunday usually like clock work for the past year + a handful of batteries are...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 11-26-2021, 08:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,291
Posted By imjustdave
I suspect new is about 0% used maybe some but...

I suspect new is about 0%
used maybe some but if it is priced well it will sell. being the start of winter can't hurt to try

if your financing make sure your rate isn't high because it's used.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-13-2021, 06:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,421
Posted By imjustdave
For the front of a 5th wheel I feel the Anderson...

For the front of a 5th wheel I feel the Anderson bucket and most epic large blocks of wood are a safety issue.

Now before you torch me at the stake on my view hear me out.

If the trailer...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 09-12-2021, 12:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,070
Posted By imjustdave
06 mega is epic heavy with little payload. ...

06 mega is epic heavy with little payload. proper hitch and scalped front in the 5th and you ok space wise but I remember when they came out the lack of payload.
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 09-10-2021, 01:24 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,582
Posted By imjustdave
Keep in mind Trailers are just a box... and...

Keep in mind Trailers are just a box... and most states are reasonable, sub 100 level. think my 5th wheel was $78

Then we have RV with a motor and they aren't much different then a car - truck...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 09-01-2021, 05:40 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,871
Posted By imjustdave
First off I live in Sumner so hello neighbor :) ...

First off I live in Sumner so hello neighbor :)

Next ... Call Dave smith motors in Kellogg Idaho ... no seriously give them 15min and see what they have, they get semi trucks in daily with...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 08-31-2021, 08:54 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,742
Posted By imjustdave
only really one comment or edit. define Payload...

only really one comment or edit. define Payload a little better.

Payload from the factory yellow sticker or avalable payload today?
I would view payload as a today thing So
GVWR - current...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-29-2021, 01:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,610
Posted By imjustdave
cables stretch, break and otherwise suck from...

cables stretch, break and otherwise suck from what I have seen never owned but avoided anything with them.
Forum: Tech Talk 08-25-2021, 07:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,605
Posted By imjustdave
how often you all lube the bearings? miles and...

how often you all lube the bearings? miles and or years works...

I have driven plenty of cars 100k + miles and never considered repacking the grease. plenty of hot shot, farmers go long time...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 08-21-2021, 05:16 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,742
Posted By imjustdave
that isn't your GVWR that is your pay load. ...

that isn't your GVWR that is your pay load.

Also you realize this sticker assumes empty truck with driver the way it left the factory and is basically useless. The real dot sticker typically...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-11-2021, 03:16 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,719
Posted By imjustdave
There is setting up the trailer the first time...

There is setting up the trailer the first time Level.. AKA first time you set it up and own it...

Fridge is important, drains, doors, stove, ETC. all important to take into consideration.
...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-24-2021, 10:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,322
Posted By imjustdave
If your that close Weight wise to be causing...

If your that close Weight wise to be causing damage then you have too small a tow vehicle. As it is I see some crazy driving over the years
WD only moves so much weight :campfire:

But yeah in...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-16-2021, 12:17 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,499
Posted By imjustdave
Overthinking ... about overthinking. ...

Overthinking ... about overthinking.

80-100 seems like a good number set it and forget it.

If 1 goes way up... maybe a brake is dragging. if 1 is dropping you have a leak.

Past that...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-24-2021, 10:10 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 12,596
Posted By imjustdave
Mind sharing "photos" examples of what was...

Mind sharing "photos" examples of what was different? Might help someone else who finds this in the future.
:campfire:
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-22-2021, 04:51 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,270
Posted By imjustdave
been so long sense I drove a 1/2 ton .... ...

been so long sense I drove a 1/2 ton .... 3500DRW owner here and never feel uncomfortable towing or 4500lb in bed it just does it.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-25-2021, 08:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,771
Posted By imjustdave
Glad dealer stepped up and fixed you up. ...

Glad dealer stepped up and fixed you up.


Playing Devils advocate here at a certain point in time Trailer owners are going to need to start understanding that when you install a non typical hitch...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-24-2021, 02:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,020
Posted By imjustdave
you can test it before you change anything. hook...

you can test it before you change anything. hook it up and jack it back up.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-17-2021, 12:11 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,065
Posted By imjustdave
Medicine Tools Cash Credit Cards ...

Medicine
Tools
Cash
Credit Cards

Might be good to check with some of your locations if your late what happens and or who do you call if your going to be late. would suck to find a locked gate...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-21-2021, 12:27 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,317
Posted By imjustdave
looks like staples and poor building practice.

looks like staples and poor building practice.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 02-10-2021, 02:21 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,460
Posted By imjustdave
Sounds like the answer really depends on who is...

Sounds like the answer really depends on who is charging you and how it charged... Power compnay VS campground and if it is pass through rates or "Made up rates"

Side note: I know in some...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 01-06-2021, 05:27 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,074
Posted By imjustdave
Any update? :campfire: Personal opinion...

Any update?

:campfire:
Personal opinion is you should have some room to negotiate especially if it isn't EXACTLY like you wanted to start with. It's cool they found one but I also view this as...
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