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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 02-28-2021, 10:37 AM
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Posted By lukenick1
Towing with a Toyota HIghlander?

Hello.....I currently tow my Jayfeather 22Y with my 01 Tundra. However the Tundra has significant frame rust so I am afraid to pull the camper anymore. I just bought a 2018 Highlander and I know my...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-20-2016, 03:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,779
Posted By lukenick1
2001 Toyota Tundra 4x4 4.7L Limited

2001 Toyota Tundra 4x4 4.7L Limited
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-20-2016, 03:15 PM
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Views: 2,779
Posted By lukenick1
I read through the whole towing section of the...

I read through the whole towing section of the owners manual and it never mentioned anything about transferring weight with the wdh. I was hoping to have some guidance from that.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-20-2016, 12:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 20,394
Posted By lukenick1
I just spoke with Jayco and gave them the vin...

I just spoke with Jayco and gave them the vin number on my 2010 Jayfeather and she told me my roof is Alpha Ply rubber roof. I guess nobody really knows do they. ha ha
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-19-2016, 08:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,779
Posted By lukenick1
Oh that is not a problem I barely go over 55 lol ...

Oh that is not a problem I barely go over 55 lol I am too nervous.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-19-2016, 04:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,779
Posted By lukenick1
Hi again..... When the TT was hitched to TV...

Hi again..... When the TT was hitched to TV without WDH the front axles weighed 2540. So by using the spring bars I am able to put it back to unhitched weight of 2900. Isn't that the purpose? Or...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-19-2016, 10:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,779
Posted By lukenick1
Ok I'm back and weighed the front axle only from...

Ok I'm back and weighed the front axle only from the unhitched TV and it was 2900lbs. With that said it looks like with my WDH I am transferring 100% of the weight back to the front axles.

I...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-18-2016, 09:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,243
Posted By lukenick1
New locks for door and storage?

Can someone tell me what size and style I need to replace the entry door and storage door on my 2010 Jayfeather? Now that I know they make most keys the same I want to protect my stuff. My current...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-18-2016, 08:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,779
Posted By lukenick1
Thanks! No the whole tribe was not aboard but...

Thanks! No the whole tribe was not aboard but the 4 of us combined weigh less than 500lbs . Hubby and oldest son both 155, me 110, and youngest son 75lbs. Dog is 10lbs. It is a rare occasion...
Forum: Jayco Mods 05-18-2016, 08:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,536
Posted By lukenick1
Neither of them want to sleep in a tent, been...

Neither of them want to sleep in a tent, been there done that. lol
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-18-2016, 07:49 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,779
Posted By lukenick1
Wow, thank you!! Yes you are right it was one...

Wow, thank you!! Yes you are right it was one long scale only. I will go back with the truck today and weigh just the front axles without trailer. That will be easy, I don't want to go back with...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-17-2016, 01:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,779
Posted By lukenick1
Redhorse1...why did you use the 4970# and not the...

Redhorse1...why did you use the 4970# and not the 5420# to get the TT weight?
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-17-2016, 01:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,779
Posted By lukenick1
Yes the bars were connected when I got the...

Yes the bars were connected when I got the 5420lbs. I did not weigh the rear axles.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-17-2016, 01:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,779
Posted By lukenick1
Thank you! I guess I am good based on this. ...

Thank you!
I guess I am good based on this. Still unsure if going with one link hanging free is better than 2? It's a difference of 80lbs.

...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-17-2016, 11:06 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,779
Posted By lukenick1
Help me with scale weights please!!!

Finally made it to scale. Who's going to help me with this?
TV/TT combo=9880
TV only on scale but still hitched to TT =5420
TV only no TT= 4970
Front axle of TV with WDH 2 links hanging free...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-02-2016, 07:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,863
Posted By lukenick1
Is everything quiet now that they gave you a new...

Is everything quiet now that they gave you a new assembly? Does it eliminate sway like it says? How about bounce?
Forum: Jayco Mods 05-01-2016, 12:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,536
Posted By lukenick1
Not enough floor space he would block our way to...

Not enough floor space he would block our way to the bathroom.
Forum: Jayco Mods 05-01-2016, 09:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,536
Posted By lukenick1
Yes but my other son occupies the sofa bed. I...

Yes but my other son occupies the sofa bed.
I have two boys ages 12 and 15 both small boys.
Forum: Jayco Mods 05-01-2016, 09:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,536
Posted By lukenick1
Lots of reasons not to upgrade..... Just...

Lots of reasons not to upgrade.....

Just bought the trailer in August. Completely smitten by my little Jayfeather. Love the layout and the huge linen closet in the bathroom. Something I would...
Forum: Jayco Mods 04-30-2016, 06:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,536
Posted By lukenick1
Bunk mod?

My son wants to have a bunk to sleep on instead of the dinette. What do you all think about building a bunk over the sofa? I know it would require removing that cabinet but do you think it could...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-30-2016, 07:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 23,245
Posted By lukenick1
The E2 from Fastway or Equalizer?

The E2 from Fastway or Equalizer?
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-29-2016, 07:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 23,245
Posted By lukenick1
Thank you......called Etrailer back again and got...

Thank you......called Etrailer back again and got someone competent. She suggested the Reese Straight Line with Cam buckles. After looking at that system I am not so sure it will work with my...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-29-2016, 05:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 23,245
Posted By lukenick1
If you click on the links I put in the bars...

If you click on the links I put in the bars attach at the exact same spot on both. Or at least that is what it looks to be.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-29-2016, 05:57 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 23,245
Posted By lukenick1
The Fastway E2 ...

The Fastway E2
https://www.etrailer.com/Weight-Distribution/Fastway/FA92-00-0800.html

Equalizer 4pt
https://www.etrailer.com/Weight-Distribution/Equal-i-zer/EQ37101ET.html
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-29-2016, 05:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 23,245
Posted By lukenick1
The Fastway E2 has trunnion style bars.

The Fastway E2 has trunnion style bars.
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