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RE: Pyrometer and diesel trucks
stock, no worries. Not stock get gauges
This pretty much says it but they do help after a long haul to let you know when you can shut down,or just let it idle for 5 or so min. before shutting down.
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Tamnative
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05/19/13 05:39pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: All in one DVD player/FM Radio/Surround source
My 5th wheel has a Curtis DVD 1073, which even when it worked was pretty much a piece of crap. But now it will not play almost any DVD's.
While I just complained about it, I love the fact that it is basically 5 devices in one.
They appear to not be made anymore and I cannot find a replacement on ebay etc.
I have also looked for a replacements, but come up dry, does such a beast exist anymore?
Link please?
Thanks in advance.
I have one like this and it works very well:http://store.sony.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&productId=8198552921666408668
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Tamnative
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05/03/13 08:04pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Modding an F-350 up or an F-550 down for TC
Why fixated on the brakes? I've never not once seen anyone mention "beefing up" the brakes for a TC.
Only "beef up" the suspension if you need it. An F350 dually will carry a dang big camper all by itself with no need for gadgets, doodads, widgets, wingdings, gadspackers, or mucktinkles.
Really? Look around - it's out there. Carrying heavy loads is harder on the brakes, so there's a reason heavier duty trucks come with heavier brakes. Not saying they're absolutely required, but it gives more control and the brakes don't wear out as fast b/c they're not being used near their max capacity.
There's a difference between a truck having heavier (i.e. "beefed up") brakes vs. the lighter-duty model, and actually swapping out brake parts on the truck.
I've been on this forum since 2004 and I have yet to read of anyone having taken the factory brakes off their F250, F350, or any other HD pickup and replacing them with "Brembo" or other performance brake parts.
Suspension, yeah. I don't agree with what a lot of people do because they go out and buy the truck then throw $$$thousands$$$ more at their BRAND NEW truck to upgrade it to handle the camper. But yeah, I'm well aware of the suspension mods.
Never seen anyone even consider BRAKES, however. Stock brakes on the F250 are apparently fine even if you've got a 4000lb camper and 19.5" wheels.
Really, if you think about it, the brakes should be at least adequate. The HD brakes on these trucks are designed to stop the truck loaded to GVWR, plus presumably another 3000lbs of trailer (3000lb is the limit in many states where trailer brakes become a requirement).
Just curious
What do you base the belief that the Brakes are designed to stop the truck at GVWR + 3000 lb trailer?
I like the safety factor of not maxing out the breaking capacity of my truck.
There is just no way to upgrade a F250 braking power to that of a F550. One look at the difference of the components under the truck will be an eye opener. I say just buy the truck that will get the job you need done. That of course is just my opinion and as we all know opinions are like .......;)
The GCWR possibly?
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Tamnative
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04/30/13 07:22pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Just ordered a solar system for my TC
All those that have doubts about the 3M VHB tape ( and I had plenty until about 6 years ago)go to there web site and do a little reading, sorry alot of reading. You will find that it is used in things you would not dream of. As said in another post"this isn't the tape your dad used" finding the right one will be a chore though as they make many types.
I used it on my Bigfoot camper and it has been on there for about 4 years and 20k plus miles. I used aluminum "L" angle that was the same lenght as the panels with the tape going the full lenght. I then went around the aluminum with 3M 5200 to seal it. It IS NOT coming off. I go up and pull on them once or twice a year and I swear the roof would crack before the bond would break. But like everything else you will have to check it. Even if I had used screws I would check it once or twice a year as screws have a way of working loose also.
This is my opinion on this subject.
Jeff
P.S. Check here: http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/Adhesives/Tapes/Industries/SpecialtyVehicle/
Do you recall exactly which VHB tape series you used? There are several different VHB tapes
I'm also mounting the panel on a Bigfoot, so good adhesion to aluminum and fiberglass is the objective.
I believe it was #4952 1" wide 45mil thick,but it was awhile ago that I did it.I took the numbers off of a unused roll that I still have and I think it is the same stuff as I didn't have any other reason to buy it.It is expensive.
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Tamnative
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04/29/13 08:18pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Modding an F-350 up or an F-550 down for TC
A few things to consider are the F-450 and 550 0nly come in a crewcab and both are DRW,also the gear ratio is a lot higher which will affect your mileage.I am sure that there are other differences. Check out this site for the specs.:https://www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas/topics/mission.html
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Tamnative
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04/28/13 05:16pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Just ordered a solar system for my TC
All those that have doubts about the 3M VHB tape ( and I had plenty until about 6 years ago)go to there web site and do a little reading, sorry alot of reading. You will find that it is used in things you would not dream of. As said in another post"this isn't the tape your dad used" finding the right one will be a chore though as they make many types.
I used it on my Bigfoot camper and it has been on there for about 4 years and 20k plus miles. I used aluminum "L" angle that was the same lenght as the panels with the tape going the full lenght. I then went around the aluminum with 3M 5200 to seal it. It IS NOT coming off. I go up and pull on them once or twice a year and I swear the roof would crack before the bond would break. But like everything else you will have to check it. Even if I had used screws I would check it once or twice a year as screws have a way of working loose also.
This is my opinion on this subject.
Jeff
P.S. Check here: http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/Adhesives/Tapes/Industries/SpecialtyVehicle/
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Tamnative
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04/26/13 07:56pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: GPR in Ford-Fe50 Powerstroke
Have you ever replaced the batteries or how old are the batteries? I was surprised when mine went as they only lasted 3 years,they were the original Motorcraft batteries. In my 97 with the 7.3 they lasted 8 years!!
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Tamnative
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04/18/13 07:36pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Bigfoot owners? Assistance needed
Dual pane windows have an inert gas between the panes of glass to stop condensation,it sounds like yours got a leak and lost the gas. The only fix that I am aware of is replacement,maybe someone else will chime in that knows better.
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Tamnative
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04/16/13 08:11pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: GPR in Ford-Fe50 Powerstroke
The glow plug control module (GCPM) is located on the passenger side valve cover in the front on the 2005 6.0 Ford.
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Tamnative
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04/15/13 08:16pm |
Truck Campers
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camper to truck donut
I have read from time to time about people asking about the "donut" that goes between the truck and camper. I came across this on ebay if anyone is interested, note that they look quite old. I just thought it was kind of kool as I have never search in this area of ebay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Full-Size-Truck-Boot-Clear-All-Weather-Auto-Line-Accessories-Shell-Camper-Top-/370595229242?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item5649326e3a&vxp=mtr
Kind of looks like a seat donut:)
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Tamnative
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04/12/13 09:23pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: now I have created an A/C problem?
Get some 2x4's that are long enough to span the opening then get on the roof and lift one end of the A/C unit up and slide the 2x under it,then do the same on the other end. if a 2x isn't enough use a 4x or what ever gets you high enough.
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Tamnative
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04/01/13 07:10pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Fan Upgrade - Bath & Range UPDATE !
Here is a place you may want to try,I have gone there for years they are really great!http://www.electronicplus.com/content/ProductPage.asp?maincat=fan&subcat=fdc
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Tamnative
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03/25/13 08:28pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Bigfoot stereo?
On the 9.4 it is mounted in the centre panel above the dinette. I don't have a stereo either, but have looked in the space to see what all was there. Antenna wire and speaker wires for sure and since the light over the dinette table is mounted on the bottom so is the 12 Volt supply. Open either of the side cupboards and take out 3 maybe 4 screws and you have access to the centre area.
Mine has the antenna mounted on the roof already. If yours does as well that should be a good indicator as to where the radio would go.
Brian
There are panels on either side inside the upper cabinets in the center as stated above. There is no need to remove the bottom panel.
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Tamnative
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03/24/13 10:13am |
Truck Campers
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RE: SRW diesel truck choices
I wanted a crew cab just for the extra space.
An extended cab would probably have worked for my space requirements too, but the suicide style doors on an extended cab may not be able to open all the way because the camper jacks are in the way.
The other thing about a crew cab is that the overhang of the camper is hidden from view through the windshield - I can't see it at all while driving.
I don't know about the GM or Dodge but there is no issue with the suicide doors on 95 to 2007 Ford.
Opps messed up 95 to 97 didn't have suicide doors.:o
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Tamnative
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03/15/13 07:54pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Overall Height on Northern Light or Bigfoot 2500
Mine is 11'-10" to the top of the A/C while on the truck in my sig.
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Tamnative
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03/15/13 07:38pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: SRW diesel truck choices
What size dogs do you have. The ex-cabs have a good amount of room in them my 80 lb. Golden loved going in mine.
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Tamnative
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03/14/13 08:05pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Soft brake pedal 08 F 350 Diesel
My guess would be a master cylinder starting to go.
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Tamnative
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02/28/13 07:38pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: How much hold down tension is required?
300# of force is typical on spring loaded tie downs.
From what I gather these are hard mounted-which I wouldnt do.
I spoose you could over tighten to the point of flexing camper enough to spring doors- thats tight. Im suprised the camper tiedown points dont rip out before allowing that. Do the doors return when turnbuckles loosened?
With the door closed, the upper left area of the door is not providing the same amount of seal compression as the lower half...there may even be a small gap towards the top. I'm hoping the distortion will completely relax upon slackening the turnbuckles on Monday morning.
I have a Bigfoot 10.4 and would be surprised if the turnbuckles could apply enough force to pull the body of the camper that much. They are very ridged units,I would look more closely at the door area.Check to see if the door is hitting on the bottom or dragging on the threshold it may have slipped down somehow.
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Tamnative
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02/17/13 08:46pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Newbie Electrical connect question
Go to the camper university at the top of tis forum and scroll down to:Camper Electrical, 12v batteries/charging/wiring/bed plug you will find a lot of info here.
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Tamnative
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02/15/13 09:18pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Newbie Electrical connect question
To answer your question the plug comes out on the left front of the camper or drivers side near the cab. Depending on the year of the Lance if it is a newer model it will have a 6 pin proprietary plug whereas most other campers have a standard 7 pin plug. Lance started using the 6 pin as they use a bigger charge wire than the 7 pin. Hope this helps.
The 7 pin connectors are round it is the 4 pin connectors that are flat.
Ok then. the word proprietary screws up my plans, when I said flat pin, I was referring to the round 7 pin spade type connector with flat spades on the male side
If you want to make an adapter then you will have to get the female end from Lance which wouldn't be an issue but the hot side on the 7 pin plug is not made to handle the larger wire although it can be done and I did it when I had my Lance but you won't get the benefit of the heavier gauge wire that is in the camper. Lance did this primarily to allow you to use the refer in 12v mode while also allowing the batteries to get a better charge. What I eventually did was go to a 9 pin connector and rewired the charging circuit which is basically what the dealer would do with the Lance plug. Do a search here as there has been alot discussed on the subject with a lot of pictures and diagrahms.
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Tamnative
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02/15/13 09:08pm |
Truck Campers
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