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Forum: Jayco Trailer Classifieds 03-14-2022, 05:03 PM
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Views: 818
Posted By greobr33
2011 Jayco Jay Feather SPORT X17Z - Illinois

For sale. Very good shape. Everything works and its set to go. Upgraded with a 4,500 axle, 15" tires and 2" receiver on rear tube bumper with drain hose inside. Equalizer 6000 WDH, and Cipa...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 03-29-2021, 03:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,581
Posted By greobr33
Jagiven: Thanks for the input. The new axle...

Jagiven:

Thanks for the input. The new axle raised the unit about 3" and put 15" tires on it so that may be worth listing.

Best,

Greg
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 03-28-2021, 02:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,581
Posted By greobr33
X17Z+ value

Hello all:

We are looking to sell our 2011 X17Z. I have upgraded the axle to a 4,500# unit, a tube bumper with waste hose in it and a 2" receiver. Other than that stock and in very good shape.
...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 10-13-2019, 07:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 790
Posted By greobr33
Thanks

Great, thanks for the insight.

Peace,

Greg
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 10-12-2019, 03:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 790
Posted By greobr33
Exterior Floor Repair

OK folks I need a bit of insight here. We have a X17Z, older model with the two access doors to storage. After driving through rain we were filling up. As always I do a complete walk around. I...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 06-08-2019, 10:16 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,292
Posted By greobr33
Verify

Hello all. I started this last year on my own and should have checked here first. So i had a #11 Torflex on order with Dexter axle rated at 4500# the #11 can go from 4000-6200" depending on how they...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 10-21-2016, 06:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,728
Posted By greobr33
I have been using air for the last few years but...

I have been using air for the last few years but had the filter bowl at the pump crack on my this year. My RV guy had dozens of them, I asked why and he said it is a common problem with getting all...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 10-21-2016, 06:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,519
Posted By greobr33
Well everyone will have an opinion. Regardless,...

Well everyone will have an opinion. Regardless, I think it is imperative to touch the hubs at each gas stop. Most mechanical systems will give warning signs if there is a problem. Do some service...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 05-02-2016, 10:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,326
Posted By greobr33
Do you have clearance to put a larger diameter...

Do you have clearance to put a larger diameter tire on?

Peace,

Greg
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 04-19-2016, 07:11 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 25,563
Posted By greobr33
I disagree. Do you think that if a vehicle is...

I disagree. Do you think that if a vehicle is rated for #2000 capacity that #2001 pounds will break it?

There are safety factors build into the capacity ratings on all vehicles. Look at the full...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 04-18-2016, 02:37 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 25,563
Posted By greobr33
We towed ours with a '05 Honda Pilot for years. ...

We towed ours with a '05 Honda Pilot for years. +3000 mile trips twice and never had any issues. It was rated at #1500 cargo and #3500 tow. The cargo was in addition to 4 adults and luggage as...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 04-18-2016, 10:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,170
Posted By greobr33
I took an old maple cutting board, trimmed it to...

I took an old maple cutting board, trimmed it to fit on the cook top. Added three blocks on the bottom the orientate it on the cook top grill. Works great.
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 02-17-2016, 01:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,979
Posted By greobr33
I changed my 13" to 14" just because of the...

I changed my 13" to 14" just because of the limited options with 13". If you keep the tires aired up right you shouldn't have any problems. However, I just felt safer with a 14" because i could get...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 12-30-2015, 09:07 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,487
Posted By greobr33
X17Z dimensions?

Has anyone seen a side profile of a X17Z with dimensions on it? Length, height, height off of the ground, front angle, etc....

Thanks,

Greg
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 09-19-2014, 03:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,815
Posted By greobr33
We tow with a 05 Pilot which is the red-haired...

We tow with a 05 Pilot which is the red-haired step-child of the RL. I would look at air-bags to counter the sag in the rear. They have been a great upgrade for us. Also, I am unsure of the RL,...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 09-03-2014, 03:07 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 19,515
Posted By greobr33
We have an '05 Pilot with an Equalizer and a...

We have an '05 Pilot with an Equalizer and a X17Z. Go to a scale and set it up right and you will be fine. Please check with Acura, Honda rates the towing capacity of the Pilot with 4 adults and...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-25-2014, 06:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,604
Posted By greobr33
Thanks for the responses. We just did a 3700+...

Thanks for the responses. We just did a 3700+ mile trip and the 10 mpg was getting old. Trip was great, uneventful towing, just too much filling-up.

Maybe I will make my own contraption for the...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-22-2014, 10:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,604
Posted By greobr33
Airtabs?

Any thoughts on them? Did a few searches here and they are not mentioned anywhere?

Looking to add some mpgs and looks like they add some stability also.

Thanks,

Greg
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-22-2014, 04:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,426
Posted By greobr33
We tow with a '05 Pilot and a X17Z. I am very...

We tow with a '05 Pilot and a X17Z. I am very close to the " published limit" for an '05. However, I have done much research, visit piloteers.org and search the towing forum. We travel very light...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 06-23-2014, 03:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,735
Posted By greobr33
So, in my search for 13" load range D tires I...

So, in my search for 13" load range D tires I basically found 3 sources. 14" load range C tires have may more options. I am worried about flatting somewhere and having to wait a day or two for a...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 06-20-2014, 07:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,735
Posted By greobr33
My only thought with the 14s is better tire...

My only thought with the 14s is better tire options. The original tires were supposedly GY marathons with a loading of 1660#. I can't find that tire. Maxxis' are rated with the marathons I can...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 06-17-2014, 10:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,735
Posted By greobr33
Yes, we will not exceed the GVWR. I just...

Yes, we will not exceed the GVWR.

I just heard back from the dealer. The stock size is 185/80-13 but they are Goodyear radials with 1660# rating in load range C. So, the previous owner changed...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 06-17-2014, 06:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,735
Posted By greobr33
Maybe they should be load range D tires. 13" Ds...

Maybe they should be load range D tires. 13" Ds are right at 1725# however, 13" load range D aren't that common are they? That is also a nice safety factor load wise.

Thanks,

Greg
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 06-16-2014, 08:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,735
Posted By greobr33
I knew about the tw subtraction but was still...

I knew about the tw subtraction but was still surprised that the loading was so low on the tire. I also figured it would be 1500ish per tire not 1350ish.

Dealer also said that 14s seemed big. He...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 06-16-2014, 02:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,735
Posted By greobr33
X17Z Tires?

Hello:

We have a 2012 X17Z with a large trip coming up. So I looked at the tires to check them out. The ID tag on the unit says they should be ST205/75-14 with a load capacity of 1760#

Our...
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