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Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-07-2020, 08:28 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,026
Posted By freetime58
The glue boards I use (for other purposes) smell...

The glue boards I use (for other purposes) smell like peanut butter, I would think it acts as some sort of attractant. I wouldn't use those traps inside your unit, you'd entice them inside with the...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 09-05-2020, 05:08 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,026
Posted By freetime58
Peppermint oil on cotton swabs will deter them. ...

Peppermint oil on cotton swabs will deter them. I had heard all the usual methods including dryer sheets...............

In my unit I had DiamondKote RV Mouse Shield Protection applied, the dealer...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 09-04-2020, 05:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 698
Posted By freetime58
"P" rated tires are terrible for towing, they...

"P" rated tires are terrible for towing, they come OEM to give the truck a soft cushy test drive ride like all passenger car tires are meant to do. No matter what tread pattern you choose, "LT"...
Forum: Tech Talk 09-01-2020, 03:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,075
Posted By freetime58
I have upgraded the audio system and installed a...

I have upgraded the audio system and installed a subwoofer in my Jay Flight. Disconnected it shortly afterwards.........it only proves how many rattles you have. I would guess the thinner materials...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 08-30-2020, 06:45 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,734
Posted By freetime58
Anderson Levelers for the wheels and a LevelMate...

Anderson Levelers for the wheels and a LevelMate Pro for the trailer and the app installed on your phone................what a dream, I never leave home without them!!!!! LOL

Use the levelers for...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-30-2020, 06:29 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,670
Posted By freetime58
I have the portable cart for my Weber but I do...

I have the portable cart for my Weber but I do find my first choice is to set the BBQ on a picnic table. I too always ensure the grill is level, the griddle I use covers the whole grill, it has a...
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-29-2020, 06:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,670
Posted By freetime58
Griddle and BBQ are not even in the same league! ...

Griddle and BBQ are not even in the same league! BBQs flavor food as their drippings vaporize as they hit the extremely hot surfaces below the grill.......a griddle is basically frying stuff. I...
Forum: Fulltiming and Snowbirds 08-18-2020, 07:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,882
Posted By freetime58
Wouldn't exactly call it "stuck"!! LOL I...

Wouldn't exactly call it "stuck"!! LOL

I can't see the border opening until next year (maybe), or when there is a vaccine and it's proven to work! Then folks will need to show proof of...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-17-2020, 06:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,032
Posted By freetime58
A properly installed and adjusted unit will not...

A properly installed and adjusted unit will not need to be removed when backing up in typical and normal situations. Now if you need to jack knife your trailer while backing into a spot, yes it will...
Forum: Jayco Hybrids 08-16-2020, 07:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,070
Posted By freetime58
Don't know your exact layout but it should not be...

Don't know your exact layout but it should not be very hard to run wires to the wall switch area and tap into the 12v feeding the switch. At least you know that with the option for the roof vent...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 08-14-2020, 08:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 594
Posted By freetime58
All Terrain, traction aside, All Terrains are...

All Terrain, traction aside, All Terrains are typically LT rated tires that have a higher load range with stiffer sidewalls.............all in all just make a better towing set up.

No brainer to...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-14-2020, 10:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,538
Posted By freetime58
I use two methods; -small thumb tack in each...

I use two methods;

-small thumb tack in each corner

-small square of thin two sided foam tape in each corner

Both methods work well, been doing so for 25+ years, in drawers and...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-09-2020, 01:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 12,186
Posted By freetime58
Typically "observation camera" is the term used...

Typically "observation camera" is the term used to describe a set up where the camera is powered by the trailer and can be used (when the same monitor that is used in the TV while underway is ...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-09-2020, 11:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 12,186
Posted By freetime58
They are wireless, no need for a video cable,...

They are wireless, no need for a video cable, camera transmits video signal to the monitor in the tow vehicle. Had mine for a few years, love it!

Also to all the other posters, if your intent is...
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 08-08-2020, 07:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 675
Posted By freetime58
I did, the harness ran right next to the...

I did, the harness ran right next to the framing.........just need to ensure it's a 15 amp circuit and the light isn't controlled by a wall switch.
Forum: Jayco Lite/Ultra Lite Travel Trailers 08-08-2020, 07:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 675
Posted By freetime58
Send Jayco customer service an email or use the...

Send Jayco customer service an email or use the contact us form on their website. Tell them what you need, give them the serial number of your unit and in a few days they will send you the copies of...
Forum: Jayco Fifth Wheels 08-07-2020, 03:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,380
Posted By freetime58
MORryde StepAbove, had the rest and the StepAbove...

MORryde StepAbove, had the rest and the StepAbove is simply.................a step above, possibly several steps above!
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-06-2020, 06:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 794
Posted By freetime58
Could be the crack is allowing water to trickle...

Could be the crack is allowing water to trickle down the outside of the vent pipe and pool under the sink.......seal the crack or replace the cap, has to be done anyway and hopefully fixes the issue.
Forum: Jayco Class C Motorhomes 08-06-2020, 06:21 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,747
Posted By freetime58
following with interest

following with interest
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 08-05-2020, 02:43 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,998
Posted By freetime58
Widely available on Amazon.ca..........I bought a...

Widely available on Amazon.ca..........I bought a 5 pack of Bauer #719 RV keys for $22.00 cdn, all in delivered to my door!
Forum: Tech Talk 08-05-2020, 09:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,801
Posted By freetime58
Any RV place will have it....if you are just...

Any RV place will have it....if you are just remounting the new speaker into the existing opening, clean off as much of the old putty as you can, put a healthy bead of putty (or use putty tape) on...
Forum: Tech Talk 08-05-2020, 09:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,801
Posted By freetime58
I did that last year, it's nothing special,...

I did that last year, it's nothing special, that's just an RV type putty used to seal vents etc., onto aluminum or fiberglass. It does a better job filling in the irregularities of aluminum siding...
Forum: Tech Talk 07-31-2020, 07:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 499
Posted By freetime58
Whenever I have heard about this issue, it's...

Whenever I have heard about this issue, it's almost always been traced to a dirty connection point between the TV and the TT. Check the 7 pins on both ends, spray some electrical contact cleaner...
Forum: General Jayco RV Chat 07-27-2020, 06:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 686
Posted By freetime58
There are several places on line that sell...

There are several places on line that sell anti-glare screen protectors that can easily be applied. I use them on all my fishing electronics, they work wonderfully to eliminate glare, they are touch...
Forum: Jayco Travel Trailers 07-26-2020, 01:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,005
Posted By freetime58
Just FYI.........There is a framed in un-used 14...

Just FYI.........There is a framed in un-used 14 X 14 roof vent over the foot of the bed........I spent a few hours a few days ago and put in a MaxxAir MaxxFan! Pretty straight forward and simple,...
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