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RE: Ford F-150 tire question
Have not had a chance here in Ohio to drive through heavy snow, my tires seem to spin even with a light coating of snow, and I have to put it in 4 wheel drive just to get up a slight slope . I'll have to check, if I go to a narrower tire, will I need to buy new rims?
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topwop39
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03/04/13 06:35am |
Tow Vehicles
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Ford F-150 tire question
Well, for reasons I won't get into, I had to sell my 2003 2500 D/A and 2007 5'er. So, I bought a 2008 F-150(9300lb. tow rating) with the hope of buying a travel trailer within the next couple of years to get back into camping. My question is for you F-150 owners that live in the northern climates and have 275/55/20 size tires on your truck. My truck came with Yokohoma Geolander tires in the above size. New tires, but I have never owned a truck with such terrible traction in the snow. Somebody said that the wider the tire, the worse the traction is? I'm thinking of switching over to Michelins to improve traction. Am I correct in my thinking, or is this just something I have to put up with because of the size of tire? This is my first F-150. I have had Chevrolets and GMC's prior and never had these types of problems in the snow.
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topwop39
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03/03/13 05:38pm |
Tow Vehicles
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Fort Wilderness and golf carts
Heading down to Disneys Fort Wilderness CG in a few months. I know that they rent golf carts but I thought I read somewhere awhile ago that there is an off site company that rents golf carts out to people camping at the Fort and delivers it to the campground. Anyone know if this is true? has anyone used one of these companies?
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topwop39
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02/23/13 07:13am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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Update on frame corrossion
Well, I took my 06 Sierra to a mechanic/body shop that I trust and they stated that although there appears to be more than average rust on the frame, that it is just surface rust and no cracks or holes were found. They did say that the brake lines were slowly leaking at a cost of around $400 to replace. Going to call the dealership where I bought to see if this is covered under 30 day warranty. I'm sure that they will say it is just normal for a truck of this age. I don't think so. My 03 ran great and never had any leaking brake lines. So, should a six year old truck need new brake lines, or do you think this is premature?
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topwop39
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11/28/12 12:15pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: alternative to oil spray
I'm sure the great and all powerful Snoozzzzzzze will have something to say about this but Zebart has a product that stops rust Click Here. Did you take the truck to the dealer like you said you were going to in your other post? What did they say? The truck should still have the corrosion coverage enforce.
I talked with the General Manager of the dealership yesterday. Basically, he said there is nothing that they can or are willing to do even though there is an existing TSB on it. I am taking it to a local mechanic/body shop today to have them inspect it. If they find anything other than just surface rust like a crack or something dangerous, I told the GM he will be hearing back from me.
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topwop39
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11/28/12 08:41am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Tow vehicles
Check the frame for excessive rust. GM knows that some of their trucks have this problem, but refuse to issue a recall. If frame looks ok, then it should not be one of the ones suffering from this problem. Have had one with rust and one without.
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topwop39
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11/28/12 07:25am |
Tow Vehicles
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alternative to oil spray
I have an 06 Sierra that has some more than average frame corrossion. Looking for any other alternatives to oil spray undercoating. Is there any other method that is better or more permanent?
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topwop39
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11/28/12 07:14am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: TSB (technical service bulletin)
OK. So I talked to the dealership today, and of course, they are not going to do anything about it. I am taking it to a outside mechanic/body shop tomorrow to have them examine the frame to make sure there are no major problems. If there is, then the dealership says they will take a look at it and possibly repair. (although at that point, I would rather just get my money back). Not likely. If it is just extreme surface rust, are there any other solutions than just oil spray? I sure did learn my lesson on this purchase. I was so worried about examining the engine, interior and paint job, I forgot to look underneath. Wish me luck.
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topwop39
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11/27/12 12:36pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: TSB (technical service bulletin)
I found a TSB on line for my 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 concerning frame erosion which I seem to have a lot of. What does the TSB actually do for the owner? Is it similar to a recall?
So why would you buy a vehicle and then research issues on it :h ?
Kind of backwards don't you think? BTW what is the campaign or TSB number or could you post the TSB. If it is what I think it falls under the corrosion coverage and they will most likely clean the frame then spray a corrosion inhibitor on the rusted areas and undercoat it.
These are not wimpy car frames, they are heavy gauge steel frames. Most likely the factory corrosion protection(outside junk vendors) failed or was not applied correctly causing the rust in the first place!
Not sure who stamps GM's frames, but I know Ford did stamp all of their own truck frames at the River Rouge plant, at least they did in 1999 when they offered me a job at the frame plant.
Don2006 GMC 1500 structure service bulletin # 307588 NHTSA action # 10037570.
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topwop39
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11/26/12 06:26pm |
Tow Vehicles
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F-150 supercrew with a 6'.5'' bed
I have been searching hard for a 2006-2009 F-150 supercrew with a 6.5 ft. bed. Most are 5 3/4. I just bought a 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 crew cab with a 5 3/4 ft. bed thinking I could get used to it after having a Sierra 2500 with a 6.5ft. bed, but I just can't. So, I am selling my 1500 and am looking at F-150's. I know there are some supercrews out there with 6.5 ft. beds. Is there a certain trim model I need to look for, or are they just that rare?
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topwop39
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11/26/12 06:21pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: TSB (technical service bulletin)
A TSB is strictly information for service techs. If it covers something that is covered under warranty, then it doesn't affect the warranty, it is covered. If the vehicle is out of warranty it isn't covered. Sometimes a TSB gives information on things that are not covered under warranty, even on a vehicle that is still under warranty.
TSBs and recalls are two very different things.
Why then, would GM put out a TSB 6 years after the truck was built? I am calling the dealership tomorrow to have them take a look at my frame corossion, but am not holding out any hope that anything will go in my favor. a web search on this subject shows that I am not alone on this problem. Should be a recall.
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topwop39
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11/25/12 08:52pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: TSB (technical service bulletin)
OK. So if the TSB is something covered under an existing warranty, how does GM put out a TSB for 2006 models in April of 2012? Most 2006 models are out of warranty. I bought my 2006 2 1/2 weeks ago and am covered under a 30 day warranty from the dealer. Lets hope for the best, although I have no idea how they would handle a issue as complex as a corroded frame.
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topwop39
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11/24/12 07:30pm |
Tow Vehicles
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TSB (technical service bulletin)
I found a TSB on line for my 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 concerning frame erosion which I seem to have a lot of. What does the TSB actually do for the owner? Is it similar to a recall?
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topwop39
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11/23/12 05:06pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: 6 1/2 ft. bed
Extended cab has 6.5 bed, crew cab has 5.8 bed. I believe that's true of all years - I don't remember ever seeing a crew with a standard bed, always the shorter one or the eight foot monster- altho maybe the diesel has something to do with the 6.5 bed?
I think maybe it has to do with 3/4 ton offers a standard bed, but only a short box offered in the 1/2 ton series?
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topwop39
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11/03/12 03:44pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: 6 1/2 ft. bed
I see plenty of extended cabs with 6 1/2 ft. beds, but can't seem to find a crew cab.
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topwop39
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11/03/12 02:43pm |
Tow Vehicles
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6 1/2 ft. bed
I just sold my 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD D/A crew cab with a 6 1/2 ft. bed. (Sold the 5er, no need for diesel). I have been looking for a 2004-2007 silverado or GMC 1500 crew cab gasser with the same 6 1/2 ft. bed. All I see out there are 5.8 ft. beds. I'm assuming, since I had a 2003 with a standard bed, they did continue to make them from 2004-2007, right?
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topwop39
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11/03/12 01:35pm |
Tow Vehicles
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So sad... It's time to say goodbye.
Well folks, after years of camping, starting with an old pop-up, then a travel trailer and then a fifth wheel (which we just sold), It is time to say goodbye to the camping lifestyle. We have bills to pay which neccesitated the sale of our fiver and soon to sell the 2500 D/A. I have to say, we have truely enjoyed our camping experiences throughout the years with our children. We have gone places that we would never had gone if we didn't camp, shared wonderful experiences with our children and made many friends along the way. Maybe, when the childrens college is all paid for, we will buy another fiver. Until then, maybe a weekend here or there at a campgroung cabin. Thanks to everyone for all the helpful advice on this forum it was much appreciated.
Dan, Debbie, Matt and Nick
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topwop39
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10/30/12 12:42pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: How best control, bugs, flies, bees around picnic table
For a few years now we've used about a 25% solution of Listerine and water in a spray bottle. It doesn't take much and it works with most of them critters.
Roger
I don't mean to be combative, but with West Nile being prevalent, better to get to truth so folks are really protected. Here's Snopes.com on the subject: LISTERINE MYTH
All I have to say is the listerine method has worked for me and looks like for others also. Inexpensive, so its worth a try to decide for yourself. Also, I thought that DEET is no longer available?
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topwop39
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10/02/12 07:30am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: How best control, bugs, flies, bees around picnic table
A few years back I read a post recommending putting citrus flavored listerine in a spray bottle and spraying around the perimeter of your campsite. To my amazement, it worked, at least for mosquitos. Worth a try.
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topwop39
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10/01/12 03:00pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Thinking about Selling 5ver,
Just sold mine on rvt.com. no spam, satisfied with the results.
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topwop39
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10/01/12 08:20am |
Fifth-Wheels
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