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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-20-2020, 09:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,107
Posted By skijlw
If it's a Schwintek slide make sure your unit is...

If it's a Schwintek slide make sure your unit is level before you open or close slides. It will save you a lot of heartache.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-20-2020, 09:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,041
Posted By skijlw
The next time your furnace starts and doesn't...

The next time your furnace starts and doesn't ignite go outside and shut off the propane and disconnect the lines from the bottles. Reconnect, turn on bottles and see if it lights. I had the same...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-16-2020, 11:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,322
Posted By skijlw
Norcold fridge problem

I seem to have a strange problem. I have a Norcold model 1200 series that won't stay cold with the thermistor hooked up. I have changed the thermistor twice and tested they worked before installing...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-06-2019, 10:13 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 11,101
Posted By skijlw
I put a 1/2" lag type eye bolt in the rafter of...

I put a 1/2" lag type eye bolt in the rafter of my garage 10 years ago. I use a 1/4 ton chain fall with a chain around the hitch to remove my hitch. I drop in down onto a movers dolly I got from...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-06-2019, 10:06 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,834
Posted By skijlw
You have a RV King which is 72"x 80". Nothing...

You have a RV King which is 72"x 80". Nothing fits right except sheets and toppers made for RV King. We bought a 4" foam topper from Costco 4 years ago. It is very comfortable except it moves and is...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 09-15-2019, 11:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,824
Posted By skijlw
WE have been using an ABC water softener for...

WE have been using an ABC water softener for several years. They work great and are easy to regenerate. We have the 16K size and it is 12"W x 18" high. We picked it up in phoenix for 200 dollars.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-23-2019, 10:20 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 15,734
Posted By skijlw
I like taking my home with me on a trip. If I...

I like taking my home with me on a trip. If I towed my stick house down the road at 65 it would have issues galore. Don't buy an RV if you expect no maintenance issues or some inconveniences. Just...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-23-2019, 10:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,378
Posted By skijlw
When you park your RV for an extended time...

When you park your RV for an extended time disconnect the battery. Turning the battery switch to off will not cut out all of the power draw.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-23-2019, 10:07 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,527
Posted By skijlw
We have had 5 blowouts all on Chinese tires. Two...

We have had 5 blowouts all on Chinese tires. Two blowouts were only 19 miles apart on different sides. All of the tires had less than 5k. You think I would have learned faster there is a problem with...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-23-2019, 09:33 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,014
Posted By skijlw
I have 6 inch clearance and still clipped a rail...

I have 6 inch clearance and still clipped a rail backing down a hill making a tight turn. Luckily it just took a nick out of the rail. Never seen it happen until it was parked.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-23-2019, 09:29 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,214
Posted By skijlw
I had a tripod when I had a Montana without auto...

I had a tripod when I had a Montana without auto levelers. I used it a few years but never really noticed much difference. Getting the weight off the tires with auto level made a big difference....
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-23-2019, 09:24 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 19,677
Posted By skijlw
I thought I would mention the repaint was about...

I thought I would mention the repaint was about 3500 each time. Jayco picked up the bill except the second repaint they would not furnish the original Eagle Premier decals for the cap. They are out...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-23-2019, 09:17 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 19,677
Posted By skijlw
We are into year 2 of our second repaint of our...

We are into year 2 of our second repaint of our front cap. The first repaint was done in brown and faded in 2 years. This time we repainted it cream color with 3 coats of clear. So far it is...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-10-2019, 05:34 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 9,029
Posted By skijlw
This has been a good combo for us

This has been a good combo for us
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 07-20-2019, 09:11 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 34,098
Posted By skijlw
Take a look at SuperSprings. They don't effect...

Take a look at SuperSprings. They don't effect the ride and have worked great when under loads
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-08-2019, 09:45 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 19,677
Posted By skijlw
If you look at fading caps thread 05-24-2015,...

If you look at fading caps thread 05-24-2015, 01:22 PM you will find some caps were painted after the warranty ran out.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-08-2019, 09:17 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 19,677
Posted By skijlw
The fading cap has been an issue for several...

The fading cap has been an issue for several years. It will be interesting to see if Jayco will still stand behind the fading cap after the two year warranty has lapsed. You should be able to find...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-07-2019, 07:37 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 19,677
Posted By skijlw
I have seen a few vinyl caps in the last couple...

I have seen a few vinyl caps in the last couple of years. The ones I have seen are a good fit and look like they are a good protector. I am sure a good canvas/boat top fabricator could do the job....
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-07-2019, 12:40 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 34,098
Posted By skijlw
I installed SuperSprings 4 years ago on my GMC. I...

I installed SuperSprings 4 years ago on my GMC. I bought the 1000 lb spring. It works on a roller system so it has no effect on the original suspension until the truck has a heavy load. They work...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-07-2019, 12:21 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 19,677
Posted By skijlw
I had my Eagle Premier brown cap repainted. Less...

I had my Eagle Premier brown cap repainted. Less than 2 years later it started fading again. I had it repainted a second time with the same light color as the sides. Looks nice but Jayco would not...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 06-07-2019, 12:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,241
Posted By skijlw
Try some Irish spring soap.

Try some Irish spring soap.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-21-2019, 12:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,584
Posted By skijlw
Diesel fuel pump failures

I recently read some articles about diesel fuel pump failures in GM trucks newer than 2011 and also Ford diesels. The articles state GM and Ford use a CP4 high pressure fuel pump that has a high...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 02-24-2019, 07:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,387
Posted By skijlw
Make a vacation of it and take a trip to Los...

Make a vacation of it and take a trip to Los Algodones on the Mexico border at Yuma AZ. There are a couple of paint shops there that do really nice work for about 1/3 the cost of your local body...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-10-2018, 07:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,249
Posted By skijlw
I had a problem one time when we first got our...

I had a problem one time when we first got our unit with the front legs not coming down with no errors showing. I called Lippert and the tech told me how to create the error and how to reset the unit...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-09-2018, 11:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,055
Posted By skijlw
REwahoo said it all. Add the valve at the hose...

REwahoo said it all. Add the valve at the hose connection site. It's not if your valve leaks, it's when your valve leaks as they all do eventually.
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