Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
08-22-2018, 07:30 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,724
Cracked Frame
A friend of mine had the same problem and it turned out to be the frame in the "goose neck" of the chassis. It had large cracks that you could see opening up when he put the trailer on the truck...
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
08-11-2018, 12:08 PM
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Replies: 81
Views: 21,823
1 ton trucks
I pulled our Northpoint 387RDFS (16,500 lb. rig) 30,000 miles with a Dodge 3500 SRW and never had a stability issue. Much nicer running around without all the extra fender well sticking out!
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
08-04-2018, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 8,468
My Northpoint 387RDFS always wept grey. I...
My Northpoint 387RDFS always wept grey. I suspect the long cable run on the shutoff didn't make for a tight seal (same problem on my 2012 Sundance). A valve on the end of the sewer discharge solves...
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Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes
07-11-2018, 04:58 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,159
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
06-16-2018, 12:33 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 4,580
We have a Northpoint 387RDFS. I put an 3000w...
We have a Northpoint 387RDFS. I put an 3000w inverter charger on and upgraded to 3 4D AGM batteries. Then added 4x100w panels with a Victron 100/50 charge controller. This will run the entire rig,...
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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles
06-16-2018, 12:23 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 6,948
Replacement tank
I bought a Titan 55 gal. replacement tank-hated to give up the "real estate" in the bed. Gives me north of 500 miles with a 16,000 lb. 5ver.
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Forum: Campfire Chat
02-19-2018, 11:14 AM
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Replies: 10,424
Views: 1,191,150
Water Pump
Put a new water pump in my 7 month old North Point. Was going to take it for warranty, but the nearest authorized dealer is 200 miles away and I just couldn't face Camping World....
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Forum: Jayco Owners Registry
02-05-2018, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 544
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Forum: Jayco Super C Motorhomes
02-05-2018, 01:06 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,335
I just finished installing 4 Renogy 100W Panels...
I just finished installing 4 Renogy 100W Panels and Victron 100/50 controller-similar to the installation on the old unit. I'm making upwards of 180W in full sun and haven't had to plug in for about...
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
02-05-2018, 12:43 PM
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Replies: 119
Views: 22,309
Engine brake
Technically, on the Cummins, it is an exhaust brake, but yes. It is fabulous with the bigger rig!
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
02-05-2018, 12:15 PM
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Replies: 119
Views: 22,309
Bad Northpoint Brakes
We were having the same problem on our 387RDFS-not much trailer assist when stopping with controls set to 10. Last big trip, I would drive (freeway speeds) in use the manual controller 6-7 times in...
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
10-30-2017, 01:13 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,803
3rd A/C in 387RDFS
I have a 387RDFS with three coolers. We visit my father-in-law in El Paso 8-10 time/year, and 3 A/C is HUGE in the summer! we are able to run all three off the 50A service and two off the Onan...
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
09-22-2017, 07:52 PM
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Replies: 119
Views: 22,309
My 387RDFS is having the same problems. I...
My 387RDFS is having the same problems. I haven't done a lot of stop-n-go criving, but when it comes home from some warranty issues, we are going to start working the trailer brakes a bit to see if...
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Forum: Campfire Chat
09-07-2017, 07:57 PM
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Replies: 10,424
Views: 1,191,150
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Forum: Campfire Chat
09-07-2017, 07:53 PM
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Replies: 10,424
Views: 1,191,150
Oops
Put a new back bumper on-the 387RDFS has a little more tail swing than my 32' Sundance did....
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Forum: Tech Talk
08-06-2017, 07:09 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,953
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Forum: Campfire Chat
08-06-2017, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 10,424
Views: 1,191,150
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
07-30-2017, 04:12 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 5,658
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
07-23-2017, 06:55 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 11,923
North Point 387rdfs
The layout, features, and storage sold u, plus the finish quality, compared to the Heartlands.
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
07-23-2017, 04:34 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,040
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
07-23-2017, 03:32 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,206
Solar Install
The curve isn't a problem; the brackets hold the panels up 1-1 1/2". Be sure that you (or your installer) use well nuts. Creates a more secure connection to the roof and seals up better.
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
07-23-2017, 03:21 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 11,923
Heartland vs. Jayco
We have a Heartland Sundance, that will turn into a North Point 387RDFS on Friday (3/28/17). We looked at the Jaycos and Heartlands, both, since we have great luck with the Sundance. While...
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
07-23-2017, 03:10 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 14,292
Brake settings
On my '16 Ram 3500, I have the brakes set to Heavy and 6.5 for about 13,500 lbs. The exhaust brake does the bulk of the work.
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
07-23-2017, 03:01 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 10,755
Reese slider
I had a Reese slider in my '05 Ram, short bed. I only used it once, but I never replaced a rear window. My friend, with a '10 short bed has a new back window and a Dent in the cab to remind him...
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Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels
07-23-2017, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 4,990
Generators
I have a pair of Champion 2000 w generators. they are rated quieter than the Hondas and run a little better power. got the two for about the price of one Honda. Thing 1 and Thing 2 run the 15K...
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