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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-08-2018, 09:25 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,486
Posted By Menchie
Sorry I forgot to change my profile when we...

Sorry I forgot to change my profile when we bought our new 2018 242BHS and sold our 184BH. I have updated the profile information. I just wanted to chime in because I am in the same situation. And...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 10-07-2018, 05:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,486
Posted By Menchie
I’m in the same situation. Check out my roof....

I’m in the same situation. Check out my roof. Keep in mind this is a brand new trailer. It’s also bubbling.
Forum: Product Reviews and Evaluations 08-28-2018, 09:58 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 17,941
Posted By Menchie
True it ramps up RPMs when starting the AC in ECO...

True it ramps up RPMs when starting the AC in ECO mode. But it sure runs a lot quieter when the AC cycles off. Both saving on fuel and noise.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-06-2018, 07:14 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,899
Posted By Menchie
Unfortunately my dealer tells me they “don’t wash...

Unfortunately my dealer tells me they “don’t wash roofs before they go out”. They actually let us leave the lot with a roof that looks 30 years old. A friend who used to work at this dealership said...
Forum: Jayco Class A Motorhomes 08-05-2018, 07:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,381
Posted By Menchie
I run a BUNN coffee maker and an electric skillet...

I run a BUNN coffee maker and an electric skillet no problem with two 100AH 12v Lithium Batteries and a 3000w inverter. Never ran out of power so far. I imagine I could also run a portable induction...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-05-2018, 04:12 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,899
Posted By Menchie
When I’m spending over 34 grand of my hard earned...

When I’m spending over 34 grand of my hard earned cash on a new rig and it’s full of problems you can bet your bottom I’ll be complaining. I’ve had my share of issues with my brand new unit but we...
Forum: Campfire Chat 08-04-2018, 01:02 PM
Replies: 10,422
Views: 1,188,549
Posted By Menchie
Upgrades

Installed the 400 watt solar system
Installed the 3000 watt inverter
Installed 2 12v LiFePo batteries in parallel
Installed the Intellipower 80 Amp lithium charger/power converter
Installed a...
Forum: Campfire Chat 07-28-2018, 09:59 AM
Replies: 10,422
Views: 1,188,549
Posted By Menchie
We now have a new “handle” on things.

1. Installed folding handrail
2. Installed screen door handle
3. Installed new light fixture

Also...
- the Go Power 3000w (6000w peak) Industrial Pure Sinewave Inverter came in.

- the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-26-2018, 08:08 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,422
Posted By Menchie
Looks like I’ll be re-coating it before I lay...

Looks like I’ll be re-coating it before I lay down any solar panels.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-26-2018, 05:30 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,422
Posted By Menchie
It was built in December 2017

It was built in December 2017
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-26-2018, 05:28 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,422
Posted By Menchie
Is there any product that will bring back the...

Is there any product that will bring back the like-new condition? I tried TSP, Bleach, rubber roof cleaner, mildew remover, Magic Eraser, Spray 9 (worked best)

Nothing gave me the results I was...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-26-2018, 05:20 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,422
Posted By Menchie
Like I said, my last two TTs roofs were like-new,...

Like I said, my last two TTs roofs were like-new, gleaming white, even after many years.

I always keep my stuff looking brand new and I can’t understand how it could have gotten so dirty.

I...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-26-2018, 05:10 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,422
Posted By Menchie
According to the dealer, it came from their “off...

According to the dealer, it came from their “off site storage area” whatever that means. She also said they don’t wash the roofs before they go out.

I’ve had two trailers, a 1997 and a 2014. Both...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-26-2018, 04:13 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,422
Posted By Menchie
I just got up onto the roof for the first time. I...

I just got up onto the roof for the first time. I couldn’t believe my eyes. I’ll let the pictures speak for themselves. This is supposed to be a brand new trailer.

Not even the hardest scrubbing...
Forum: Campfire Chat 07-24-2018, 06:11 PM
Replies: 10,422
Views: 1,188,549
Posted By Menchie
Just into the panelling with the supplied screws....

Just into the panelling with the supplied screws. Seems to be strong enough. Comes with anchors too if needed but it seems to be holding up.
Forum: Campfire Chat 07-24-2018, 05:22 PM
Replies: 10,422
Views: 1,188,549
Posted By Menchie
Thanks! It fits that spot perfectly and I like...

Thanks! It fits that spot perfectly and I like how it doesn’t spin freely and lets you tear off a single sheet without the roll spinning freely.

I bought the paper towel holder at Canadian Tire...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-24-2018, 03:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,103
Posted By Menchie
Just like a postcard...

You obviously haven't been camping in Northern Ontario!

Around here there are plenty of camp sites worthy of an RV brochure.

Here are some pics from when we had our first camper years back...
Forum: Campfire Chat 07-24-2018, 02:28 PM
Replies: 10,422
Views: 1,188,549
Posted By Menchie
In our new 242BHS we did a few small...

In our new 242BHS we did a few small improvements.

1. Installed a corner medicine cabinet with mirror in the bathroom

2. Installed a small cabinet with towel bar above the toilet in the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-24-2018, 02:05 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 17,360
Posted By Menchie
Brand new 242BHS here. Had it just a couple weeks...

Brand new 242BHS here. Had it just a couple weeks now and we’ve gone through 3 control boards.

Finally they gave us a board with a slightly different transformer and we’ve been ok for a day so...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-21-2018, 01:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,033
Posted By Menchie
Try not to let our negative experiences scare...

Try not to let our negative experiences scare you. As with any product these days, it’s really the luck of the draw when it comes to quality control. I imagine there are days where workers are...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-19-2018, 07:48 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,422
Posted By Menchie
But the aluminum siding is pristine. No evidence...

But the aluminum siding is pristine. No evidence of trauma whatsoever.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-19-2018, 07:19 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,422
Posted By Menchie
Not possible, apparently. We got one of the last...

Not possible, apparently. We got one of the last few 2018’s they had and it was $7000 Canadian off the sticker price. Don’t really want to spend more, specially since we were in the market for a...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-18-2018, 07:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,422
Posted By Menchie
Tried to get it swapped for another unit, but the...

Tried to get it swapped for another unit, but the saleswoman says she couldn’t get another one and they sold the last 3 they had this week.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-18-2018, 07:51 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,422
Posted By Menchie
Luckily these are lithium, with rooftop solar so...

Luckily these are lithium, with rooftop solar so should be fine. I’ll be sure to do the winterizing before I bring it in.
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-18-2018, 10:47 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,422
Posted By Menchie
I had the trailer at the dealer today. They...

I had the trailer at the dealer today. They agreed it’s a defect and I’m to bring it in at the end of the season and they’ll fix it. (And that takes care of winter storage, so a little bonus there....
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