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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-24-2022, 09:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,227
Posted By fillwa
Still using the battery that came with our new...

Still using the battery that came with our new 2015 24FBS. Except for two weeks of boon dock camping (small generator used for charging$, the TT is plugged into 120v outlet. Old battery still holds...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 09-24-2022, 09:44 AM
Replies: 2,298
Views: 344,206
Posted By fillwa
Nortpoint Shores RV Resort

We love this place. Our 4th year staying here during our visit to Michigan. Enjoy the sun rises on Anchor Bay. A lot of great restaurants and scenic drives in the area.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-10-2022, 05:06 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 11,830
Posted By fillwa
I am interested in understanding: A) Total...

I am interested in understanding:

A) Total cost of your 10 battery solar setup.

B) Total weight of 10 batteries.

C) Impact to mobility of RV

Thanks
Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes 01-08-2022, 01:22 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,167
Posted By fillwa
Tires Replaced 5yrs

A set of 4!tires is less than a repair from a blow out and possible resulting accident.

I replace the tires every 5yrs regardless of how they look or how many miles are on them. For me it is best...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 11-17-2021, 04:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,852
Posted By fillwa
Change tires mor often

I buy new RV tires every 5 years regardless of what the tread looks like. Never had a blow out.

I put new tires on my daily driver when Lincoln’s hair starts showing. Never had a blow out.
...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 05-15-2021, 03:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,009
Posted By fillwa
Hercules tires

I replaced the OEM tires on my 2015 Jayco TT last year with Hercules brand tires. I could definitely tell the difference over the OEM tires. No complaints with Hercules. I don’t pull TT over 65, I’m...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 02-27-2021, 04:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,629
Posted By fillwa
A tree limb tore a small rip in my roof 3yrs ago....

A tree limb tore a small rip in my roof 3yrs ago. Cleaned a small area around the rip with rubbing alcohol and used a Eternabond tape patch. Check it whenever I clean the roof and it is holding up...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 02-27-2021, 03:59 PM
Replies: 4,536
Views: 466,861
Posted By fillwa
Washed the pollen off it. Will do that again in a...

Washed the pollen off it. Will do that again in a day or two. :)
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 02-27-2021, 03:55 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,786
Posted By fillwa
DW loves to cook and makes extra portions to...

DW loves to cook and makes extra portions to store in deep freezer at home. We then use these on trips, eg heat up in microwave. At times I use a small portable propane BBQ outside to cook just about...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 02-27-2021, 03:42 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,538
Posted By fillwa
For city driving I might use tow/haul mode. For...

For city driving I might use tow/haul mode. For hilly or windy back roads I use tow/haul mode. For highway I just drive normal. Always have the shifter in D. If the highway is mostly flat I use the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-23-2020, 07:20 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,061
Posted By fillwa
I ran the factory tires on my ‘15 Jayco without...

I ran the factory tires on my ‘15 Jayco without any problems. As they were 5yrs old I replaced them with Hercules tires and very happy with them. Ride much better than the factory tires. Why...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-23-2020, 06:59 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,650
Posted By fillwa
My Jayco TT is covered. I use a step ladder and...

My Jayco TT is covered. I use a step ladder and snow rake to gently remove snow. I did it this morning whil the temp was below freezing. We had 18” of snow last week. It’s going to start raining...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-04-2020, 01:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,600
Posted By fillwa
Garmin Nuvi & Google Maps

I have a Garmin Nuvi. Whenever we take off from home I load Maps and Software updates.
I also use my iPhone Google Maps via CarPlay. I have often found Google to be more up to date than Garmin in...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 04-28-2019, 04:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,926
Posted By fillwa
Jack cover

I use a bag from a bag chair that is no longer used.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 10-26-2018, 07:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,004
Posted By fillwa
My 2 cents. You have a 1500 truck: your max...

My 2 cents. You have a 1500 truck: your max payload is 1500, you + passengers + gas + whatever else you put in cab or bed.
A 7,000lb trailer, figure %15 for tounge weight...1050lb...not much left...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-19-2016, 10:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,017
Posted By fillwa
I use the same logic as Subaru97 does, but use...

I use the same logic as Subaru97 does, but use %15 of TT GVWR for my tongue weight estimate....it gives me some "safety room". Either way I take tongue weight estimate and subtract it from the pay...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-01-2016, 06:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,737
Posted By fillwa
We have a '15 24FBS and love it. The floor plan...

We have a '15 24FBS and love it. The floor plan is perfect and the size is great. We enjoy all the features and have not had any problems.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-19-2015, 11:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,105
Posted By fillwa
Drained the H2O from my TT this past weekend....

Drained the H2O from my TT this past weekend. Will remove the battery for storage next weekend. I have not bought a cover yet but will do so by the end of the month and cover it for the winter. This...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-18-2015, 02:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,888
Posted By fillwa
iPhone app for iRV6500BT

On iTunes I found the iRV app to use an iPhone as a remote control for an iRV stereo unit. I have an iRV6500BT and the app on iTunes denote that the app is for iRV33 and iRV66 units. Just wondering...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-18-2015, 03:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,094
Posted By fillwa
For week long boondocks I use a 50qt cooler with...

For week long boondocks I use a 50qt cooler with 6 bags of ice. Everything is kept cold. Somethings are tool cold, e.g. have had salads almost freeze. Lasts the week, meet, dairy, etc....
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-16-2015, 06:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,352
Posted By fillwa
Leaning towards installing a slide topper. Has...

Leaning towards installing a slide topper. Has anyone had one installed on their 2015 24FBS? Which brand?
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-13-2015, 07:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,729
Posted By fillwa
Yep. I carry a Little Giant ladder with me just...

Yep. I carry a Little Giant ladder with me just to clean off the top of the slide when bringing it in. Never thought about rain during breaking down camp, puddles on the top and H2O running down...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-13-2015, 05:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,352
Posted By fillwa
We too have a 2015 24FBS and love it. It is our...

We too have a 2015 24FBS and love it. It is our 1st TT. We love everything about it and look forward to using it as often as we can.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-13-2015, 08:48 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 17,230
Posted By fillwa
Excellent! Yes, adjusting the Fade worked for...

Excellent! Yes, adjusting the Fade worked for me. My outside speakers are considered Rear speakers. Setting the Fade to R=2 or 3 evened the sound out. Now I can enjoy both inside and out...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-09-2015, 08:35 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 17,230
Posted By fillwa
Worth a try!

Worth a try!
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