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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-23-2018, 05:54 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 63,487
Posted By Northern Jay
2015 Jayco Jayflight 28BHBE Elite - ...

2015 Jayco Jayflight 28BHBE Elite


- 1200lbs Loaded Tongue Weight (8800 Gross)

- CAT Scale

- Andersen No Sway WDH

- Heavy Loading
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 11-17-2017, 04:39 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 20,277
Posted By Northern Jay
If folks used a little common sense and some...

If folks used a little common sense and some basic elementary school math, they would be able to take a few numbers and see if their proposed TT was within BASIC specs of their TV.
1st. Does the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-17-2017, 04:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,487
Posted By Northern Jay
if this little issue has you this upset maybe you...

if this little issue has you this upset maybe you should stick to hotels.... stuff happens. try to diagnose the problem before getting upset about it. being only 2,5yrs old it is probably a simple...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-19-2017, 12:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,929
Posted By Northern Jay
If you can find an RV that matches the published...

If you can find an RV that matches the published UVW, unicorns do exist!
Happy Camping
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-10-2017, 10:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,760
Posted By Northern Jay
I have never left home without full FWT. Even...

I have never left home without full FWT. Even when I stayed at a full hookup joint. I think they had a boil water notice at the time. Many miles with 80 gal of water in the tanks and no issues. If...
Forum: Jayco Mods 05-09-2017, 07:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,631
Posted By Northern Jay
The ones from Command Electronics are right from...

The ones from Command Electronics are right from the original manufacturer. There is a big difference between running and turn signal/brake. The vehicle ones are usually smoke tinted and NOT OEM. ...
Forum: Campfire Chat 05-07-2017, 09:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,229
Posted By Northern Jay
I bring wood from home. Be it scrap 2x4s for...

I bring wood from home. Be it scrap 2x4s for starting the fire or well seasoned pine etc. I still will buy the occasional bin of wood from the local campsite suppliers depending on how long we are...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 04-30-2017, 09:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 12,594
Posted By Northern Jay
Appliance manufacturer is best source for service...

Appliance manufacturer is best source for service manuals for the appliances. The Ford E450 chassis you should be able to get a manual from Ford for all its systems. Jayco of course for basic...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-26-2017, 03:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,864
Posted By Northern Jay
Look into Supersprings for you Silverado. The do...

Look into Supersprings for you Silverado. The do wonders for extra load support and are just along for the ride when unloaded leaving you with the Factory suspension. I added the to my Silverado to...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 04-26-2017, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,837
Posted By Northern Jay
I use Thetford Black Streak and Bug Remover. ...

I use Thetford Black Streak and Bug Remover. This stuff is amazing and has never failed me. Spray it on, dip the long handle brush in the wash bucket, a quick scrub with the brush and rinse. Nice...
Forum: Forum Admin and Announcements 04-26-2017, 03:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,218
Posted By Northern Jay
Wonder why I get constant advertisements for...

Wonder why I get constant advertisements for milk. I have never searched for it nor gone to a website to buy it. ;)

Happy Camping
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-26-2017, 03:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,429
Posted By Northern Jay
As you have a Silverado, you most likely have...

As you have a Silverado, you most likely have leaf springs in the rear. For a little more load carrying support I would get a set of Supersprings. You will most likely go over your rear axle rating...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 04-26-2017, 03:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,448
Posted By Northern Jay
I have travelled at night a lot with our Northern...

I have travelled at night a lot with our Northern Lite Camper. A second set of eyes watching for wildlife is helpful, but does not always help. Hit Bambino just after dusk at 90kph. Had nowhere to...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-24-2017, 04:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 35,300
Posted By Northern Jay
From what I have read in my research, the GM 6.0l...

From what I have read in my research, the GM 6.0l is a heavy duty truck engine. It has 4 bolt mains to take the load. It is still an iron block as well. The engine can produce much more than 360HP...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-24-2017, 03:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,339
Posted By Northern Jay
Getting the TT close to level before running the...

Getting the TT close to level before running the fridge is recommended. There are maximums to out of level front to back and side to side. They are in the owners manual. If you are not level or...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-19-2017, 09:28 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,338
Posted By Northern Jay
Yup I did. Oooops! . Corrected to 1200lbs. ...

Yup I did. Oooops! . Corrected to 1200lbs. Autocorrect is a terrible thing.
Happy Camping
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-19-2017, 09:19 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,338
Posted By Northern Jay
Food for thought. Some real world 28BHBE weight...

Food for thought. Some real world 28BHBE weight figures
As shipped: 7189lbs. (No idea of shipped tongue weight)
Loaded ready to camp. Full FWT: 8800lbs total
Tongue weight: 1200lbs

These are...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-17-2017, 11:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,131
Posted By Northern Jay
Could it be because it is a toy for towing your...

Could it be because it is a toy for towing your toy behind your toy??
Happy Camping
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-16-2017, 08:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,695
Posted By Northern Jay
My spotter is always at least 60ft away. We...

My spotter is always at least 60ft away. We tried walkies, but the "transmission delay, between pressing button and the ready beep, " is too long and not helpful. DW uses hand signals (BIG ONES)...
Forum: Jayco Mods 04-15-2017, 09:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,631
Posted By Northern Jay
Direct from Command Electronics. They will take...

Direct from Command Electronics. They will take your money online and ship direct to you.

Happy Camping
Forum: Jayco Mods 04-13-2017, 10:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,631
Posted By Northern Jay
The Command alED Upgrade is very good. Very...

The Command alED Upgrade is very good. Very bright. You can actually tell the park lights are on in full sun. Definately worth the 40-odd bucks Canadian. I put these on last summer and am very...
Forum: Welcome Mat 04-11-2017, 07:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,035
Posted By Northern Jay
Welcome from the Sunny Okanagan Valley. When are...

Welcome from the Sunny Okanagan Valley. When are you planning to arrive here. Looks like it will be a beautiful summer here. Book your campsites in this neck-o-da-woods early. Safe travels and...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 03-26-2017, 11:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,088
Posted By Northern Jay
Two older (73 & 76) slide in camper totalled by a...

Two older (73 & 76) slide in camper totalled by a drunk roofer at 1:45 AM. He was nice enough to leave his license plate on the lawn when he "fled the scene". The police officer that came around was...
Forum: Campfire Chat 03-26-2017, 10:53 PM
Replies: 10,424
Views: 1,190,925
Posted By Northern Jay
Installed a wet bolt kit. It was a lot easier...

Installed a wet bolt kit. It was a lot easier than I thought. I was able to put the new bushings in with a few light taps on a 2X4 with a hammer. All bushings taking grease easily. Also checked/...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 03-21-2017, 12:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,618
Posted By Northern Jay
I Also have a 28BHBE. There is usually a backflow...

I Also have a 28BHBE. There is usually a backflow check valve in the black tank flush line. They have a habit of leaking. (I have been lucky so far and have had no leaks. Mine is also exposed in the...
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