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Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-13-2018, 07:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,324
Posted By vcbice
Yes and no. I had a manual slider at one...

Yes and no.

I had a manual slider at one time and ended up never using it. Hitch after that was fixed.

You do not get full turning capability with the fixed hitch and reg size bed.

But, I...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-11-2018, 08:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,311
Posted By vcbice
I used to carry a couple of Shark fittings for...

I used to carry a couple of Shark fittings for this kind of thing. 90 deg and straight. The tools are cheap enough and compact. Available at most hardware stores.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-11-2018, 08:52 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 15,063
Posted By vcbice
There isn't any. That's the problem. The mfgs...

There isn't any. That's the problem. The mfgs are producing units as fast as they can just to try to keep up with demand. Until people stop buying them there is no incentive to change.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-11-2018, 08:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 10,484
Posted By vcbice
I have only 'tested' the standard stuff down to...

I have only 'tested' the standard stuff down to -12F. No ill effects on plastic pipe.

If I lived in the more frigid regions of the world I would certainly look carefully at the different types of...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-11-2018, 08:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,279
Posted By vcbice
If you bought your trailer used it may have been...

If you bought your trailer used it may have been disabled due to leakage. Mine was. The valve itself on mine was behind the shower faucet.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-11-2018, 02:23 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 15,063
Posted By vcbice
I always wonder what brand folks think is better...

I always wonder what brand folks think is better than Jayco. When I did my research a couple years ago most had the same quality issues. Most of the units would be fine, but, every now and then a...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-11-2018, 02:07 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 15,063
Posted By vcbice
It was just the grey tubes sold at Lowes/HD. ...

It was just the grey tubes sold at Lowes/HD.

I found that after adding flex lines to the pump and the foam insulation to the PEX lines I did not need to add a foam pad under the pump. It already...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-08-2018, 06:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,171
Posted By vcbice
Mine would do that sometimes, especially if cold...

Mine would do that sometimes, especially if cold out. The seals drag too much and cause the top to not slide in right.

When retracting stop as soon as you see it start to bind. Do not try to...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-08-2018, 06:41 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,155
Posted By vcbice
Forgot. A great resource for backing...

Forgot. A great resource for backing instruction are the ones for truck drivers. And the biggest comment on them is GOAL! Get Out And Look. Second comment is, if it isn't perfect pull forward.
...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-07-2018, 07:41 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,155
Posted By vcbice
The best thing about a fifth wheel is handling on...

The best thing about a fifth wheel is handling on the road.

Once you learn how to back them that part is also a piece of cake. It is a HUGE difference between a TT and fiver. Even after 10 years...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-05-2018, 04:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,866
Posted By vcbice
Jayco is noted for leaving the kitchen faucet...

Jayco is noted for leaving the kitchen faucet connections loose. When under higher pressure it will leak. Had to tighten mine a couple of times. Also check to see that there is a cone shaped...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-04-2018, 08:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,186
Posted By vcbice
We used BOTH of ours when the temps got over 90F....

We used BOTH of ours when the temps got over 90F. At 105F they could barely keep up when in direct sunlight all day.

And, yes, ours ran almost 24/7 during Jun, Jul and Aug.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-04-2018, 06:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,236
Posted By vcbice
Yes, I did :)

Yes, I did :)
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-04-2018, 06:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 19,168
Posted By vcbice
On ours the bypass valves were on the back of the...

On ours the bypass valves were on the back of the water heater. I had to remove two drawers in the bunkhouse to access that area.

Locate water heater. Go inside the trailer to that location...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-04-2018, 06:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,560
Posted By vcbice
Beware! The closest I have come to hitting the...

Beware! The closest I have come to hitting the rear window was when going forward, not backing up! Especially when there are dips or humps to go over.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-04-2018, 06:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,053
Posted By vcbice
I suspect the problem is debris from installing...

I suspect the problem is debris from installing the tank fittings.

I think....that when cutting the holes in the tanks they leave the plastic bits in the tanks and then screw on the fittings. ...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-04-2018, 06:01 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 15,063
Posted By vcbice
Pex pipes are noisy. I used some of the foam...

Pex pipes are noisy. I used some of the foam pipe insulation and used it on the pipes near the water pump. Anyplace a Pex pipe touched something I put the foam tube. When done you could barely...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-04-2018, 05:58 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,773
Posted By vcbice
If it has an enclosed underbelly with heat then...

If it has an enclosed underbelly with heat then you will be OK down to the temps Jayco advertises.

But, if camping in really cold weather (single digits and lower) I would plan on adding...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-04-2018, 05:56 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,773
Posted By vcbice
I don't know. The furnace sends air directly to...

I don't know. The furnace sends air directly to the underbelly rather than air that has cooled in the living section. I guess you could put an electric heater next to the return air vent for heat...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-03-2018, 01:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,953
Posted By vcbice
On a used unit the first thing I would do is have...

On a used unit the first thing I would do is have the brakes, bearings and seals serviced.
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-03-2018, 01:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,700
Posted By vcbice
I hope you also have 50amp system?

I hope you also have 50amp system?
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-03-2018, 01:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,053
Posted By vcbice
Yep, mine seeped a little after being on the road...

Yep, mine seeped a little after being on the road for a while. That drain line holds a couple gallons :(

I put a twist on valve at the drain. That way I didn't get goo when hooking up the sewer...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-03-2018, 01:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,697
Posted By vcbice
While our 29.5BHOK was not triuble free, we had...

While our 29.5BHOK was not triuble free, we had no major issues with it.

I did have a wire routing problem the dealer fixed. (wir bundle went over the jack shaft).

I fixed all the below:...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 10-03-2018, 12:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,560
Posted By vcbice
Or you can use a std hitch with no slide. Worked...

Or you can use a std hitch with no slide. Worked well for me over 11 years. Just pay attention.

PS for 6 of those years I had a manual slider. Used it one to try it out. Never used it again.
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 10-03-2018, 12:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,841
Posted By vcbice
Colorado isn't bad if you keep to good roads. ...

Colorado isn't bad if you keep to good roads.

For example, I would not take a med or large RV through Rocky Mtn NP or on US 550 around Silverton. Many of the passes are just fine if you take it...
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