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RE: 07 2500 Duramax cc shrt-bed towing?
Other one I am looking at is a Raptor 3110 TT. THis unit is 9200# dry, as a bumper pull seems a bit heavy as well. The tongue weight is 1200# but with a good a weight dist. hitch would this be a better match for my truck, weight wise?
Ronman450 you should consider a little different strategy to analyze trailer weights IMO so the outcome of the first loaded trip is not eye opening.
Always look at the trailer gross weight number not the dry weight -GVWR is the most weight you will plan to carry. Dry weights only apply on the trip home from the dealer and the brochures lie.....because the weights listed usually don't include any options -even the mandatory build options....
PIN weights on fivers range between 15 and 25% of loaded weight for best towing manners. So trailer GVWR x 0.15 = minimum PIN and GVWR x 0.25 = maximum......My Ragen TH is 14400 GVWR and pin runs 2300 to 2500 (18%)full loaded with water in very round numbers -depending on if 2 or three dirt bikes in the rear. We only have dirt bikes.... I have a 06 EC 4wd SB DA. The stock LT245/75R16 tires were at max load with this PIN weight and the Pullrite Superglide auto slide hitch -strongly recommend this hitch on a SB if you like remote camping in the trees.
On bumper pull -tongue weights range between 10-15% of loaded weight.
On either situation the most inportant thing to remember is to not exceed the axle weight weight ratings. On the rear axle the tires dictate the GAWR if stock 2500HD.
To handle our fiver the tires have been upgraded to LT265/75R16 LRE and we added air bags to get ride sag under control. You are correct that there is minor differences between a SRW 2500HD and SRW 3500. Tires are one of the differences.....
Good luck on your search
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mapguy
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11/25/09 04:30pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Cool link for old racers
Here's another one, lots of Viewfinders in the pics and a lot of info. and history on Indian Dunes for those old enough to remember:
http://www.elrodracing.com/runningwild.aspx
Make it easy!;)
http://www.elrodracing.com/runningwild.aspx
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mapguy
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11/23/09 03:49pm |
Toy Haulers
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RE: Costco 6V Batts
Another happy 6V costco battery buyer. Last I checked these batteries were made by US Battery amd branded as Johnson Controls.
We have 4 in two Dyno brand battery boxes purchased from Fisheries Supply.
Battery Boxes @ FS
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mapguy
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11/19/09 10:42am |
Toy Haulers
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RE: Remote Start for Onan 5500
Actually there are many choices out there
1. Onan with or without temp inputs.
2. Xantrex
3. Magnum Energy
4. Solar Converters Universal Generator Start -basic no frills unit
http://www.solarconverters.com/product_frame.html
Under $300.00 at solarseller.com
5. Intellitec
Don't jump to fast to dispute what I said above...if you re-read what I typed that I assumed his genny was already built-in and if so the EC-30W would be his best choice since it is wireless...I stated that the 2 options were the only ones really available for his situation...I never said there were not other options but those involve some major rewiring...
No dispute but obviously you think there is ......
Just making sure people know their options. A good install with or without temp inputs based on battery condition parameters is going to need wiring no matter the brand.
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mapguy
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11/17/09 12:33pm |
Toy Haulers
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RE: Heater - Starting to get cold and doesn' work
Where is the sail switch.
Where is the heater blower? Is it part of the heater it self?
Typical RV furnace is a self contained unit that has the blower, burner chamber and electronics in one package. Depending on the furnace brand and model -service maybe possible without removal of the unit. First step is to determine the brand and model of the unit involved. Without knowing what brand and model you are lost before starting.............Testing involves using an Volt/ohm meter to verify values at electrical components.
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mapguy
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11/17/09 09:09am |
Toy Haulers
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RE: Remote Start for Onan 5500
Actually there are many choices out there
1. Onan with or without temp inputs.
2. Xantrex
3. Magnum Energy
4. Solar Converters Universal Generator Start -basic no frills unit
http://www.solarconverters.com/product_frame.html
Under $300.00 at solarseller.com
5. Intellitec
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mapguy
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11/17/09 09:00am |
Toy Haulers
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RE: Furnace
X2 on making sure that the duct work is not pinched or crushed.
On my Ragen the duct runs to bath and bedroom were twisted and pinched pretty serverely. I straightened the runs as much as possible and installed normal aluminum duct in place of the flex where possible. It made a hugh difference.
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mapguy
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11/16/09 09:16am |
Toy Haulers
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RE: wheel chocks
By the time I get to a pull test the roto-chock type device is already stowed but not the normal chocks..... Generally use the electric brakes on the trailer during a pull-test for best results and least amount of damaged parts.....
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mapguy
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11/13/09 11:39am |
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RE: sewer hose holder.
Mine is the 5" fence post from Lowes mounted to a unistrut with off the shelf unistrut brackets/hardware.
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee2/map_guy/Ragen%20Mods/IMGP0658.jpg width=640
It is full width across trailer to store multiple sections of hose with fittings.
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee2/map_guy/Ragen%20Mods/IMGP0668.jpg width=640
Stainless hinge and velcro to hold closed
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee2/map_guy/Ragen%20Mods/IMGP0650.jpg width=640
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee2/map_guy/Ragen%20Mods/IMGP0656.jpg width=640
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mapguy
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11/13/09 09:17am |
Toy Haulers
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RE: Who makes a Lite-Weight 5W TH ?
Not to many left in the 25-30' overall length market -especially in a lightweight or traditional width 8'
Used to have KZ, Ragen, WW, Dutchman, ThorCA/MVP, Attitude and Extreme RV. All dead....in this size
BE sure you look at the actual overall length as most of the model designation numbers are mis-leading.
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mapguy
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11/12/09 03:22pm |
Toy Haulers
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RE: 15" wheels to 16" wheels
Need 2-3" clearance above and on inside of tires for axle articulation/suspension movement. You need a minimimum of 1" clearance between tires. Normal leaf spring tandem axle center to center spacing is 33" or 35". The 33" center to center spacing will limit tire choices -probably cannot use a LT235/85R16 but a LT245/75R16 tire will usually work if you have 6K axles....
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mapguy
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11/12/09 12:32pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: My new toy
Just one suggestion:
Get familiar with
http://ktmtalk.com/
and be careful not to tighten drive chain too tight on the linkage less KTM. Best way to get baseline chain tension on a KTM is to remove the shock and cycle the swingarm through travel. IF chainis adjusted properly most that ride other brands will make comments about your loose chain:D
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mapguy
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11/12/09 12:18pm |
Toy Haulers
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RE: Bio diesel and Algae
Algae is where the big hitters in Bio are spending their research $$$. It has potential but also has some issues that must be overcome B4 it is a mass production raw product. Right now retail cost difference is the main hold back for Bio in most markets.
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mapguy
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11/10/09 02:21pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: tire pressures
Tire threads are like a fire drill with too many cooks stirring the stew and nobody remembers to turn off the stove when leaving.......
Without doing wheel position weighting on a regular basis using the Load and Inflation tables is a risky proposition.
For ST tires running max pressure/within 3% is the IMO the safest way to treat trailer tires. As stated most will not wear out the tread before the need to replace comes via a different reason.
LT tires could be adjusted somewhat for load safely but turning resistance/tire scrubbing and rolling resistance will increase dramatically.
IMO anything you can do on a trailer to lower tire running temperature is a good thing. Heat is what causes tire failure. Tire heat is directly affected by inflation and carcass bruising/damage.
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mapguy
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11/04/09 03:22pm |
Toy Haulers
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RE: Heater - Starting to get cold and doesn' work
If the previous posters suggestion does help. The Factory troublshooting guides for most common RV furnaces are at Bryant RV website.
HERE
IME furnace repairs go faster and better if the factory troubleshooting steps are followed in order due to the way a furnace operates. Many will tell you to take a dart board approach but that could lead you to removing/installing the firnace several times -if it is a Suburban brand......
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mapguy
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11/04/09 03:05pm |
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RE: 2010 Raptor's tie down hooks are JUNK!!!
Those are only good for 300# WLL or 1200#MBR -depending on the maker the load rating could be at 90* to the floor......lower angles puts more stress too.
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mapguy
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11/03/09 05:54pm |
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RE: TV Big problems need some help
Hey -no doubt the State of Kali is running amuck....we are not far behind the curve in FEEL GOOD Politics Washington.
My point was that these programs are designed to catch visual changes and it doesn't matter whether or not the rig passes the snap test/opacity test and the software signals "all good". A stickler BAR inspector will get you for an out of place hose.....
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mapguy
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11/03/09 03:47pm |
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RE: WW FK1900 - Can't find out what one of the switches does...
Not so familiar with WW, but my Rage'n has a power switch for the fuel station right inside the entry door.
Yep, power switch on wall by entry door plus a timer next to the hose compartment.
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mapguy
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11/03/09 03:08pm |
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RE: 2010 Raptor's tie down hooks are JUNK!!!
I find the Raptor web page "standards", "Specifications" and "options" to be lacking on the information concerning factory installed tie down points. The Keystone Owners manual PDF is also severely lacking in "owner" guidance on tie-down points. Lots of info on load balance, tie-down strapping.....
E-Track screwed only to the composite decking used in most TH's will eventually pullout but many do it this way. Very good friend is in the truck bed building/fabrication business and they only thru bolt E Track installs to avoid future come back warranty claims.
My Ragen fifthwheel paperwork stated what the OEM mounting points were rated as installed but I did investigate how they were actually mounted. IMO and IME you need to use common sense and protect yourself by investigating the factory installation to determine if it meets "your" needs for quality and strength.... Yes for the price we pay "it should be adequate" but using self tapping #14 or 1/4" screws on a 5K rated recessed D-ring is common but not really adequate IME......I replaced all of these with the proper bolts with locking nuts with backup plates.
Feel your pain but having a chip/bad attitude over everything makes it harder to get to the point of enjoying the Toys/Life. Hope you get it all worked out / figured out....
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mapguy
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11/03/09 01:56pm |
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RE: TV Big problems need some help
...smogging and legality of it.You are kidding right? 1972 School buses are still driving around and there are thousands of unsmogged vehicles driving around all over the place. 3rd world countries don't even have smog laws and all you want to do is delete your cat and muffler? You pay your taxes and DMV fees - GO FOR IT!
:S
http://www.bar.ca.gov/80_BARResources/05_Legislative/RegulatoryActions/DieselWorkInf.html
Don't live in Kaili but do have to deal with the Washington SMOG rules eventually....missing parts will cause you to fail the visual inspection everytime. Snap test can be beaten as can the software side....
I would consider saving your old smog parts as they maybe real expensive to replace when you fail the visual test -that is once BAR and ARB get the testing issues sorted out......it is going to happen at some point....
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mapguy
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11/03/09 01:14pm |
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