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Forum: Classifieds Archives 08-29-2019, 05:12 PM
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Views: 1,974
Posted By Jmcdermo
2017 Jayco Hummingbird 17RK

less than 15k miles; less than 100 nights

Comes with transferrable JayPlus Platinum extended Warranty thru May 2025

All the kinks of a new trailer have been worked out

Numerous owner...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 11-03-2018, 01:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,279
Posted By Jmcdermo
Separate hoses - always

Some of the dump stations we visit don’t have any hose, but they do have a spigot *and* very clearly say the water is non-potable. Backflow prevention or not, I don’t want that water running through...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-01-2017, 08:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,126
Posted By Jmcdermo
The URL to the cover didn’t make it through, so...

The URL to the cover didn’t make it through, so here it is in text:
Classic Accessories OverDrive PermaPRO Deluxe R-Pod Cover, Fits up to 20' long Trailers - Lightweight Ripstop Fabric with RV Cover...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 12-01-2017, 08:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,126
Posted By Jmcdermo
We purchased the Classic RPod cover from Amazon...

We purchased the Classic RPod cover from Amazon for our 17RK: <Classic Accessories OverDrive PermaPRO Deluxe R-Pod Cover, Fits up to 20' long Trailers - Lightweight Ripstop Fabric with RV Cover...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 10-02-2017, 05:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 18,300
Posted By Jmcdermo
Since installing the AGM deep cycle battery...

Since installing the AGM deep cycle battery that’s got about 50% more AH than the original we haven’t been below 50% even dry camping for a 4 Day weekend.
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 10-02-2017, 12:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 18,300
Posted By Jmcdermo
Perhaps the thermostat isn’t in the “on”...

Perhaps the thermostat isn’t in the “on” position. I have to admit that in our HB 17RK the factory thermostat ‘s on/off switch was so stiff that to turn on the furnace I had to exert so much force...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-25-2017, 07:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,126
Posted By Jmcdermo
Did you decide on a cover for your HB 17RK?

Did you decide on a cover for your HB 17RK?
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 09-25-2017, 02:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 18,300
Posted By Jmcdermo
They claim it was the spark gap. I could hear the...

They claim it was the spark gap. I could hear the igniter and even smell propane. A buddy was brave enough to watch the heater and even saw spark. But, apparently it wasn’t enough. Whatever they did,...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 09-20-2017, 07:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 18,300
Posted By Jmcdermo
Quality?

Our Hummingbird 17RK is not perfect, but I don't think any TT is. We have ours in for our first warranty service after nearly 30 nights of use. Everything was minor stuff and only the problem getting...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 08-31-2017, 07:12 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 18,300
Posted By Jmcdermo
Everyone has their own priorities and the large...

Everyone has their own priorities and the large sitting area in the FD is appealing, but do not overlook the extra counter space and storage space in the kitchen of the RK. Our traveling friends with...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 08-30-2017, 03:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 18,300
Posted By Jmcdermo
We picked it up this past April and have been out...

We picked it up this past April and have been out almost every other weekend since, including a one-week trip to the Eclipse. That's are a few minor interior trim issues that we are planning on...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 08-30-2017, 07:36 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 18,300
Posted By Jmcdermo
My wife and I travel with our 50+ lb pit bull mix...

My wife and I travel with our 50+ lb pit bull mix in our HB 17RK and we're very happy. Our TV is a 2000 Toyota Landcruiser and it tows just fine. The mattress was a killer, but a mattress topper has...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-29-2017, 08:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,656
Posted By Jmcdermo
Now that's something I hadn't thought of and I...

Now that's something I hadn't thought of and I will keep it in mind for the day I don't want to lift water jugs anymore. I've got to get my $7.62 worth of use out of the funnel before I order...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-28-2017, 07:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,656
Posted By Jmcdermo
Yep, that's the one: Lisle 17232 Right Angle...

Yep, that's the one:
Lisle 17232 Right Angle Funnel https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MEPIU4M/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apip_FnWa3xuSwBpCs
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-28-2017, 05:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,656
Posted By Jmcdermo
I guess I wasn't clear -- in the first two pics,...

I guess I wasn't clear -- in the first two pics, I was showing the original funnel, it has two bends. You just trim off the end that curves down and throw away the tip. The remaining simple, one bend...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-27-2017, 09:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,656
Posted By Jmcdermo
Fresh Water Fill Solution

A while back I posted a question about the fresh water fill on our Hummingbird 17RK. I was wondering if the inner sleeve on the filler extended to make filling the tank manually from jugs any easier....
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-21-2017, 12:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,321
Posted By Jmcdermo
We paid a bit less than what tundra01 mentioned,...

We paid a bit less than what tundra01 mentioned, but we had to drive to Indiana to get the trailer for that deal. It was a bit over 17 with the grill AND the WD hitch purchased and installed.

I...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-09-2017, 08:07 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,611
Posted By Jmcdermo
Voyager rear view camera on Hummingbird

Just installed a Voyager rear view camera in our Hummingbird 17RK. So I thought I'd share my observations.

Here's the unit I purchased:
Voyager WVOS43 4.3" Digital Wireless Observation System...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-08-2017, 07:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,170
Posted By Jmcdermo
Decibels are logarithmic, 3db one way or another...

Decibels are logarithmic, 3db one way or another is either a doubling or halving of the perceived noise level, so 5db would be almost 4x louder.


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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-07-2017, 08:00 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,170
Posted By Jmcdermo
We have the Yamaha 3000 that weighs around 150 --...

We have the Yamaha 3000 that weighs around 150 -- roughly equivalent to the Honda. We tried it on a cargo carrier mounted to the bumper at the rear of our TT. The add-on receiver was rated for 600...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-07-2017, 12:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,468
Posted By Jmcdermo
We have a new hummingbird 17RK with the norcold...

We have a new hummingbird 17RK with the norcold fridge and the manual igniter. We live at about 7000 ft. In my admittedly brief experience treating the igniter like the one on our BBQ grill (one...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 06-07-2017, 12:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 26,227
Posted By Jmcdermo
Good choice. We have the Yamaha 3000 and it is...

Good choice. We have the Yamaha 3000 and it is really is quiet. So quiet that while camped next to a stream with the windows open we couldn't hear the generator over the sound of the running water....
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 06-06-2017, 06:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,804
Posted By Jmcdermo
Interesting, before we drove off the lot with our...

Interesting, before we drove off the lot with our HB 17RK the tech told us he'd inflated the tires to the recommended pressure, but didn't mention nitrogen.
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 06-01-2017, 07:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,428
Posted By Jmcdermo
6v vs. 12v

I have considered 6v, but I was concerned about the size and weight. There's no question that 2x 6v batteries is the way to go if you have the room and can afford the weight. For example, the...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 05-31-2017, 10:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,428
Posted By Jmcdermo
Hummingbird battery?

What kind of batteries have HB owners installed? Trying o decide between VMAXTANKS MR137-B31 (120 AH) and MR127-B27 (100 AH). Is the extra 7 lbs lighter and $25 worth the addional 20 AH?

I have...
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