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Forum: Jayco Mods 12-11-2023, 06:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,547
Posted By DNelson
MORryde Safe-T-Rail Support Mod

When we first saw the Safe-T-Rail and door latch my wife and I knew we wanted them. The rail was a great improvement over the short rail we had on our 2018 28.5 RSTS. That said, my wife has some...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 12-11-2023, 04:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 423
Posted By DNelson
DIY Simple and cheap truck bed/hitch camera

My 2015 Ram 2500 doesn't have a truck bed camera. I have towed a bumper pull RV and now a 5th wheel camper and many times have wished I had a camera to help with hooking them up.

A week or so ago...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 12-11-2023, 02:59 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,654
Posted By DNelson
I am a strong believer in non-ethanol for all my...

I am a strong believer in non-ethanol for all my small engines as well as my boat motors. Additives help somewhat when using non-ethanol but by far the best advice is to just buy non-ethanol gas if...
Forum: Tech Talk 12-11-2023, 02:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 630
Posted By DNelson
About 6 months ago I found the same problem near...

About 6 months ago I found the same problem near the license plate area on our 2018 28.5 RSTS. As I checked all the factory sealing I discovered they missed a couple areas on the vertical seal on...
Forum: Campfire Chat 10-01-2023, 06:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,124
Posted By DNelson
So would I...leave that is. No heavy metal or...

So would I...leave that is. No heavy metal or rap :)
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-12-2023, 06:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 977
Posted By DNelson
If you didn't get it fixed yet here is a video of...

If you didn't get it fixed yet here is a video of a guy doing the repair without taking the slide out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28ZhF9VLdmA
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-08-2023, 04:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,436
Posted By DNelson
One of our slides cover the floor outlets so we...

One of our slides cover the floor outlets so we have never felt comfortable with running the furnace on the road. Would sure like to because when we head south for the winter after Christmas it...
Forum: Campfire Chat 08-08-2023, 03:44 PM
Replies: 10,424
Views: 1,192,010
Posted By DNelson
Repaired Schwintek Drive on one side of our kitchen slide

A week ago we were leaving a campground and the back of the slide wouldn't move even though we could hear the motor running. YouTube to the rescue. Slide that motor up to disengage it from the...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-04-2023, 10:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,650
Posted By DNelson
All of the responses are based upon the flow from...

All of the responses are based upon the flow from the RV being a problem.

To me your comment "I then drain the grey, and then the sewer stops draining" sounds like you are describing the RV...
Forum: Campgrounds and Attractions 03-01-2023, 03:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,942
Posted By DNelson
I read the article this weekend in the...

I read the article this weekend in the RVTravel.com newsletter. My thought was that the article appeared to be written by the lawsuits attorney and would therefore be biased. I figure I will have...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 03-01-2023, 02:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,773
Posted By DNelson
Had them on our last camper and couldn't sleep...

Had them on our last camper and couldn't sleep when windy because of all the flapping. Didn't order on this camper. From the posts so far I would say yes/no/maybe is the answer. :)
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 02-24-2023, 03:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 802
Posted By DNelson
I just looked at the manual to make sure I had...

I just looked at the manual to make sure I had read it correctly. It says:

[The hitch receiver may be used as a weight carrying hitch to tow a boat or other watercraft
trailer. Do not use a bar...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 02-23-2023, 06:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 802
Posted By DNelson
Not sure what they said for the 2017 trailers or...

Not sure what they said for the 2017 trailers or how they attached the hitch but for my 2018 28.5 RSTS 5th wheel hitch the manual states 3,000 lbs trailer weight and 300 lbs tongue weight. Does you...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 02-23-2023, 04:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,468
Posted By DNelson
There are a lot of reviews on YouTube. After...

There are a lot of reviews on YouTube. After watching this review:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4AnyhHl3_tE&t=542s

I purchased this one:...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 02-23-2023, 04:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,759
Posted By DNelson
Guess I am not sure why you used the term 'too...

Guess I am not sure why you used the term 'too much' relative to a breaker bar. The only reason one would use a breaker bar for tire lug nuts is to loosen them and then the longer the better. I...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 12-03-2022, 03:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,785
Posted By DNelson
If you're bored some day and really want an...

If you're bored some day and really want an answer to whether any lock is secure take a look at:
https://www.youtube.com/@lockpickinglawyer/videos

The short answer is...not many...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 11-13-2022, 07:43 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,383
Posted By DNelson
Towing speed & tire speed rating

Many different opinions on the speed one can tow. Of course there are many variables. If you would like to read a tire professionals opinion of why not to tow any ST rated tire over 65 mph check...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 11-01-2022, 01:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,348
Posted By DNelson
This year I decided to try ceramic coating on the...

This year I decided to try ceramic coating on the front cap. Specifically, Turtle Wax 53409 Hybrid Solutions Ceramic Spray Coating. I followed the instructions and added a 2nd coat 24 hours after...
Forum: Tech Talk 09-24-2022, 05:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,800
Posted By DNelson
I sent you a private message.

I sent you a private message.
Forum: Tech Talk 11-27-2021, 05:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,521
Posted By DNelson
If you are only interested in getting access in...

If you are only interested in getting access in one location how about a powerline adapter. Never tried them personally but someone on here probably has.
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 05-06-2021, 12:45 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 12,180
Posted By DNelson
It may be a little less convenient but to...

It may be a little less convenient but to accommodate two different size and age batteries I put in a switch that can select battery 1, battery 2 or both. Available on Amazon.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 05-06-2021, 12:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,500
Posted By DNelson
I am not saying you should do as I do but I put a...

I am not saying you should do as I do but I put a small piece of 2x6 under the axle to spread the load out and have never had a problem. As they say, your mileage may vary. :)
Forum: Campfire Chat 04-17-2021, 04:40 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,508
Posted By DNelson
Wow, this is a difficult question to answer. We...

Wow, this is a difficult question to answer. We have been to so many great campgrounds and some where the campground itself wasn't that great but the scenery was. Our 2016 trip to Alaska had us in...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 04-17-2021, 03:57 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,024
Posted By DNelson
RPR, you must have 'light water' where you are...

RPR, you must have 'light water' where you are from. At 70 degrees all I have ever heard of is 8.32/8.33/8.34 pounds per gallon. That is from my 40 years in the water business. :)
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 04-13-2021, 10:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,973
Posted By DNelson
mohok1, If you want some expert advice based...

mohok1,

If you want some expert advice based upon a tire engineers 40 year career with design, testing and regulations go to Roger Marble's website at : ...
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