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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-03-2024, 03:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,951
Posted By sragan
roof replaced after fighting insurance and one repair place

To complete the story of the roof damaged by black headed buzzards. The ins finally raised the value of my trailer and I located a local repair shop to do the repairs for what they would pay. Had...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 02-03-2024, 03:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,290
Posted By sragan
My newest (3rd) propane grill is the Weber, just...

My newest (3rd) propane grill is the Weber, just big enough, cooks great and is holding up to being on the road, with a small propane tank, tree and splitter can have grill and coleman stove both set...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-05-2023, 05:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,951
Posted By sragan
At this point don't really care about resale. I...

At this point don't really care about resale. I tow with a 28 year old truck, I am a retired teacher, bought it for myself on my 62nd birthday so I could travel summers and after I retired. If I...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-05-2023, 05:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,951
Posted By sragan
That was my thought.....actually my rant......

That was my thought.....actually my rant... really you want to strip off the whole top of the trailer and replace for some places they damaged? Two of them are rather large so just do the back where...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-05-2023, 05:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,951
Posted By sragan
Insurance did not specify a change in title but...

Insurance did not specify a change in title but stated they would not be able to have full coverage on the trailer if I keep it. There are not too many of that model trailer around at an affordable...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-05-2023, 05:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,951
Posted By sragan
That is what I am seriously considering, arguing...

That is what I am seriously considering, arguing with insurance now. Even if I decide to find another one, I have too much invested in new tires, battery, receiver and other improvements that I...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-05-2023, 04:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,951
Posted By sragan
Thanks for the response. Even if I have a...

Thanks for the response. Even if I have a salvage title I am ok with that.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-05-2023, 04:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,951
Posted By sragan
Bird damage to TPO Roof / repair suggestions

Buzzards pulled off tpo roof layment in 5 spots at the rear of my 2015 19rd Jayflight, they perched on my ladder and the back. Water got inside and has come out through the light over the dining...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-12-2022, 01:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,324
Posted By sragan
Avoid Dallas, Enjoy Waco Parks

Just got home from Dallas, FYI 635 loop is under construction so stay clear, 31 is a better choice.

Once in Waco there are 3 COE parks, Airport Park is north of town, sites right on the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 12-01-2021, 05:15 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 9,442
Posted By sragan
Farm/Work truck - now tows my Jayco too

Have 2 7.3 longbed trucks, F350 4dr, F250 Supercab. Needed a truck for daily driver also haul a riding lawnmower, weedeater, water and equipment between places, while having a tool box in bed, only...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-12-2020, 01:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,122
Posted By sragan
Bathtub surround

I ask about that when I purchased my new 19rd in 2015. The technician said it was overlapped and should not be caulked so it could move freely. Haven’t had any issues
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-26-2020, 07:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,708
Posted By sragan
Thanks for the great information. Do you also...

Thanks for the great information. Do you also use a weight distribution hitch or sway bars? I currently do not have to use either,
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-25-2020, 09:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,708
Posted By sragan
Thanks for the info. I see you used a load...

Thanks for the info. I see you used a load leveler hitch.
I am spoiled, my trailer is 6000lb and old truck is as long as my trailer, they think they are one piece on the highway.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-25-2020, 08:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,708
Posted By sragan
anyone tow with grand cherokee diesel?

Tow a Jay flight 19rd.



Son wants me to get a 2015 Grand Cherokee Diesel with tow package to tow with. I want to hear from others that tow with one, how does it pull, stop, sway. Do you...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-24-2020, 01:57 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,561
Posted By sragan
Talking Have done so for years

I am a retired history teacher and love to park in a campground and explore an area for a few days at a time, so am often gone for weeks at a time. I have a 19rd and an old F350,7.3. I loosely plan...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 04-15-2020, 01:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,907
Posted By sragan
I have a 2015 19rd and messed up my steps the...

I have a 2015 19rd and messed up my steps the first year. Replaced with some I ordered online from etrailer. Heavier duty than originals and bolted right on.
Forum: Campgrounds and Attractions 04-05-2020, 01:50 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,714
Posted By sragan
Anything a group or multiple individuals will use...

Anything a group or multiple individuals will use is closed, except boat launches, in parks. There is no way staff can keep all of it sanitized. Individual camp sites are available at most parks. ...
Forum: Campgrounds and Attractions 04-05-2020, 01:34 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,714
Posted By sragan
Kerrville is still open, they have full hookups...

Kerrville is still open, they have full hookups on both sides of the highway, make reservations and pay in advance. My ATT coverage when there was excellent. Another that is not accepting...
Forum: Campgrounds and Attractions 03-25-2020, 07:43 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,714
Posted By sragan
Kerrville-Schreiner Park is a city park...

Kerrville-Schreiner Park is a city park originally built by COE. Since all the COE parks are closing until May 15th ,as of now, it may be a good option One side is river side, full hookups under...
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 03-07-2020, 02:24 PM
Replies: 485
Views: 36,927
Posted By sragan
Visited my heart doctor this week, told him I had...

Visited my heart doctor this week, told him I had 2 trips and a vacation planned out, he said I should really reconsider, then I reminded him I travel in my truck and trailer. His response..... have...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 11-13-2019, 02:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,584
Posted By sragan
Mirror replacement

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My 19rd came with a medicine cabinet, first time out cracked my forehead washing my face. I replaced with a wood framed mirror from a discount store, put metal tabs on it and used the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-19-2019, 10:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,006
Posted By sragan
New glow plugs have to include new gaskets since...

New glow plugs have to include new gaskets since the wiring is embedding in those, expensive process. I am a retired teacher and love my truck, at 18 mpg daily and 12 towing doesn't seem worth...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-19-2019, 10:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,006
Posted By sragan
Plugging it in for an hour or so usually gives it...

Plugging it in for an hour or so usually gives it enough of a boost to start. What do others use for extra power when dry docking?
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-19-2019, 09:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,006
Posted By sragan
need 110 power when dry camping for truck, suggestions

Have a Jayco 19rd, single battery, love it. Tow with a 95 f350 7.3 diesel that has issues starting under 45 degrees so need to be able to plug it in at night.
So, best option for 110 power. ...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-21-2019, 01:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,445
Posted By sragan
Make the night before at the latest

Traveling peak season in Texas around Austin or San Antonio you need to make reservations ahead of time, especially if it is more than a quick overnight stop. ( I live in Central Texas)



If I...
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