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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 09-12-2021, 09:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 865
Posted By mtb4life
Tonneau Cover Options

I have a RAM 3500 DRW and moving up to a 5th wheel. Will most likely get a BW companion hitch to tow the 5th. However, would like to cover the bed as I would like to put other stuff in it and also to...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 11-04-2020, 03:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,842
Posted By mtb4life
Great setup. Why 2 21 gal, is it just for weight...

Great setup. Why 2 21 gal, is it just for weight management vs 1 big one? Also do you use the same setup for both gray and black?
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 03-05-2020, 09:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,280
Posted By mtb4life
I have about 12K miles on mines and the brake...

I have about 12K miles on mines and the brake shoes are still a little over 1/16 which is the minimum thickness. The magnets though are starting to lose the dots. I can still get by throughout this...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 02-13-2020, 10:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,280
Posted By mtb4life
Brake Maintenance

When the time comes to replace the brake shoes, is it recommended to just buy the whole brake assembly or just buy the brake shoes?
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-28-2019, 10:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,247
Posted By mtb4life
Weight Question

My TT GVWR is 6500 lbs. It has 2 axles that has a GAWR of 3000 lbs. each. So that gives me 6000 lbs of GAWR.

Where does the other 500 lbs of weight supported, on the tongue? Does that mean if I...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-22-2019, 11:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,889
Posted By mtb4life
I tried the Lisle (with the red cover) bearing...

I tried the Lisle (with the red cover) bearing packer from Amazon, ok with the smaller outer bearing, not so much for the bigger inner bearing. Maybe I just don't know how to use it so I resorted to...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-22-2019, 06:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,889
Posted By mtb4life
I called Dexter and asked for grease...

I called Dexter and asked for grease recommendation. Each Dexter plant may use different approved grease. They also have an old list of recommended greases. They are aware that there are others that...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-22-2019, 03:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,889
Posted By mtb4life
yep.. the plan was to replace bearing and seals...

yep.. the plan was to replace bearing and seals and put new grease. If I hand packed them, would I still need to add grease through the zerk EZ lube fitting?
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-22-2019, 09:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,910
Posted By mtb4life
If you towed it over from UT to CA, I would have...

If you towed it over from UT to CA, I would have expected that brakes would have already burned-in. You don't have to open it but I would just check each drums.

If you have a temp gun, on your...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 02-22-2019, 08:19 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,889
Posted By mtb4life
Bearing maintenance

Going to do some bearing maintenance this weekend. Is this Lucas Red grease that has always been mentioned on several threads for bearing grease?
Forum: Tech Talk 01-29-2019, 11:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,343
Posted By mtb4life
I have a 15ft Rhino which worked well for about...

I have a 15ft Rhino which worked well for about 99% of the campgrounds that we frequent. I do have a 10ft extension though that I keep on the bumper together with 15ft for those rare occasion that I...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 01-27-2019, 08:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,695
Posted By mtb4life
Rain Gutters

What could possibly cause the gutter to move? This is towards the end of the trailer. I've been trying to patch the joint with OSI Quad but it just keeps on leaking. Anyone had this issue?
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 12-05-2016, 08:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,898
Posted By mtb4life
I don't really think about if OD is on or off. I...

I don't really think about if OD is on or off. I used any gearing where my engine generates the most power. For my CTD, it is between 1600 - 2400 rpm.

Based on my 6 months towing experience with...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-03-2016, 10:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,321
Posted By mtb4life
How'd you figure out your 940 TW? I think for you...

How'd you figure out your 940 TW? I think for you to get an accurate tongue weight with the scale, you have to weigh 3x. You're missing the number for the Front Axle, trailer hooked but WD bars...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-22-2016, 09:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,407
Posted By mtb4life
Uneven trailer height

I noticed that on my 25BHS, on a level ground, the passenger side is lower than the driver side by about 2". This is measured from the ground to the frame.

I noticed because the skirt on the wheel...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-24-2016, 10:43 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 22,243
Posted By mtb4life
I average between 13-15 mpg depending on wind...

I average between 13-15 mpg depending on wind direction and how fast i want to get to my destination.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-22-2016, 10:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,001
Posted By mtb4life
Thanks for some great suggestions.

Thanks for some great suggestions.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-22-2016, 10:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,001
Posted By mtb4life
Need some ideas on prepping TT

We've had our 25BHS for about a year now and looking to upgrade to a 5th wheeler. Currently, our TT fits and is stored in our side yard which makes fixing and prepping very convenient.

These...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-12-2016, 08:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 13,894
Posted By mtb4life
I was also trying to figure out a more practical...

I was also trying to figure out a more practical way of using that bunk storage just last weekend. The front cabinet door access is nice, however, the bunk storage is deep when accessed through the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 08-27-2016, 09:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,009
Posted By mtb4life
Thanks.. Gonna give it a shot next weekend and...

Thanks.. Gonna give it a shot next weekend and see how she does. Can't wait to put something behind that cummins and see what all that rave reviews is about.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 08-27-2016, 09:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,009
Posted By mtb4life
Good point on the receiver rating. I have to...

Good point on the receiver rating. I have to double check that. I know i could benefit on the sway control but the way E2's sway control works by putting tension on the Weight Distribution bars that...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 08-27-2016, 06:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,009
Posted By mtb4life
Do I still need WDH?

I was previously towing with '02 Suburban 1500 for our '16 Whitehawk with GVWR 6500lbs and the dealer set us up with an Fastway E2 weight distribution hitch with built-in sway control. It was working...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-26-2016, 09:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,261
Posted By mtb4life
Didn't mean to hijack this thread but i'm curious...

Didn't mean to hijack this thread but i'm curious if this method really works? I've been trying to fill my fresh water tank out of city water connection using the pump but it's not doing it. Had...
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-25-2016, 09:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,186
Posted By mtb4life
Thank you all.. I'd probably bring the wheels...

Thank you all.. I'd probably bring the wheels myself and do 2 two trips to the tire shop.
Forum: Jayco Maintenance and Repair 08-25-2016, 06:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,186
Posted By mtb4life
Replacing all tires on trailer

How does one replace ALL tires at the same time in your trailer, tow the trailer to the tire shop and let them deal with it? OR Unmount all wheels at home and take all 4 of them to the tire shop to...
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