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RE: Murphy Got Me Again
Ive ran a lot of maxxis tires.i was farming and they got hard use. The oil field in the area runs them and they are brutal. I started putting them on my 5ths and had excellant luck.
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kennethwooster
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05/24/13 02:46pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Toilet clogging up
Ive had that problem after about 2 weeks in a new unit. Dealer picked it up and found a pyramid. Blew me away,. I used water and happy camper. Decided my poop was extra sticky due to some colon problems years before. My trade in also had the problem. Mine would also burp. Everything was checked and actually happened another time. At that time i was using rv digest. Read on bottle due not freeze. Bought some fresh rv digest, and problems gone.
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kennethwooster
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05/24/13 02:39pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: When to use water pressure regulator on fiver?
We spend the summer in Colorado. We start off with pretty good pressure. I bought a watts regular. I really dont think we had over 30psi in July. I always use one a regulator. I love the watts. Allows me to adjust as needed.
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kennethwooster
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05/21/13 09:01pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Use of Cinder Blocks
I guess that might be OK. I would not want to carry them around. I always use something light, such as the orange or yellow plastic blocks. At this point we have the Big foot leveler system. The pads on the system are large, so usually I don't need anything under them. Where we park in Colorado for the summer we are backed up right next to a stream. I have to put some heavy wooden blocks to keep the rear legs from sinking.
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kennethwooster
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05/20/13 08:54am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Full Synthetic or Synthetic Blend
I've ran a lot of Mobile Delvac one in my trucks but the true test was out big 4 wheel tractors. Most tractors in the fields are at times pulling 90percent of capacity. Not to many engines have to do that. Mobile full synthetic proved its worth.
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kennethwooster
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05/19/13 08:58pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Miles per day
We pulled 500 miles one day, and I'll not do that again. I prefer 300. We are preparing to head to South Fork Co. for the summer. I'm so tired that we only plan 3 hours the first day. I was going to teach school 3 days, and decided to have sub. also pick up Wed. and we can start Tuesday afternoon. Drive to Clayton NM and get some sleep and make it to South Fork next day. Bad thing after getting everything up their I have to return home and give final exam, and then do grade book. DW gets to stay in colorado. When no pulling I can handle the 400 miles easy.
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kennethwooster
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05/18/13 10:22pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: China Bombs Got Me
I also have a problem with someone jumping on someone what tire pressure, or you must be overloaded. By now we should all know the China tires do not hold up. Sure we may be overloaded, and should try to correct that problem, and of course watch tire pressure. Also good to know our total weight. When I buy a new unit one of my first projects is to buy a quality tire that I know will hold up. I've only lost one tire, and it was caught going through a town before it could throw the tread. I'm still thankful for the guy that waved me down. One good tire as well as others is Maxxis.
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kennethwooster
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05/18/13 08:27am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: How much are you willing to ?
I have a 2011 F250 without the camper package. Big mistake. It has plenty of power to pull but my pin weight is too high. I can't afford to change the truck, but did put on Firestone air bags. I can now carry the load but not something I recommend. If you do have the camper package you can probably carry a 5th without air bags. My 31ksls is a little heavy for the F250
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kennethwooster
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05/17/13 10:31pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Pulling A Fiver With A Extended Cab
I started running a crew cab in 2003. Since then I've had 3 others and love them. I have the Ford's short box and SRW. Had a guy pulling my traier to get repairs and took out my rear window. Then I invested in the Super glide. Love the hitch and never worry about hitting the cab. Money well spent.
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kennethwooster
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05/17/13 10:49am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: which tablet?
Thanks for the input. I ordered a Samsung 10.1 from Amazon. I agree any of those tablets mentioned will probably work great. Anyway I appreciate RV Net as I can get a lot of help. Hope I can return the favor someday.
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kennethwooster
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05/16/13 07:17am |
Technology Corner
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which tablet?
I have a bulky Dell lap top, that works great on the desk but way to big to haul in the RV. Just gets in the way. I have a Kindle Fire and does not operate the way I need. I've had Ipad, which I liked but it won't blend with my android phone. Looking very strong at a Samsung tablet 10.1. I only want Wifi, and really will not need over 16 gigs. I look on Amazon and just get confused at the different models. Local Radio Shack has one for 599.00 with 100.00 off if you sign up with Verizon for 2 yr. contract, which would cose me another 18.00 per month counting taxes. Way more then what I want to spend. Anyway do all sugest any certain model that will fill my needs. Thanks
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kennethwooster
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05/15/13 05:58pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Towing with new pickup
I went from a truck F350 just like you describe with 17 inch tires. I now have the 2011 F250 with 20 inch tires. These 2 trucks are the same height. I know because I can barely back into my garage without it touching. I did not have to adjust a thing to get bed to trailer clearance. I had a trailer at one time that was perfectly level with only about 4 inch clearance. It pulled horrible. I had to adjust my hitch to rise the 4 inch clearance. The funny thing with the raise in the front it pulled perfect. So a little nose high will not hurt a thing.
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kennethwooster
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05/13/13 04:30pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Slider Hitch danger?
I agree when I had a slider, and I've had a couple. One was manual, and It was described as above. Very eratic. Bought one that moved with an electric motor. An old ant could have moved faster. Went to a non slide Reese which worked fine, until a guy working for me got in a tight spot trying to buy a coke and took out my rear window. Time I paid for that I could almost have paid for a Pullright superglide. I've now used one of them for about 6 years and it has worked flawless. Mine used slip plate and I have it tore down sanding and reapalying. Great hitch.
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kennethwooster
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05/11/13 04:38pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: 2004 Terry Quantum Fifth Wheel quastions
I don't want to completely discourage you from the Quantum. They are a very well designed units, just lacked quality. Like I say when we traded the 04 for the 07 we felt like we had all the problems fixed on the o4. We were just after the upgrades. If it has not been abused it should serve you well. Just my after thought.
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kennethwooster
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05/09/13 05:13pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: 2004 Terry Quantum Fifth Wheel quastions
We had an 04 Terry Quantum 38.5 ft. Many repairs the first 2 years then it got better. 07 we traded the 04 for an identical Quantum except it was much nicer. Only problem lots of problems expecially with the Lippert Frame, and how they mounted the axles. We traded for a 2011 Cameo and was shocked how much better it was built. My 04 had a terrible looking frame. Crawl under and make sure it does not have any breaks. Over all we enjoyed these units and really felt we had probably fixed most of the repairs on the 04. Not sure about the 07. I would not tell you not to buy it, especially if you are a handy man. We enjoyed the units, but got tired of repairs.
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kennethwooster
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05/09/13 04:18pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Let's See Your Camping Flags!
I will fly my American flag where I want. This is my nation, and I love it despite all the problems. Also like to fly the Navy flag when I can. My son is a Navy Pilot.
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kennethwooster
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05/08/13 06:05pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Spring is tiptoing into our life
Somewhat better down her in Texas Panhandle. We do have crazy weather. However; we need to pull out May 22nd to get our spot in Colorado. Will be good to get going again. Good luck up there.
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kennethwooster
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05/07/13 02:49pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Looking for ideas on next RV to purchase
I'm pulling a 31 ft. 2011 Cameo. It has tons of room once the slides out yet shorter then most. Also has a lot of quality. If you are buying new look at Lifetime, as they are now building that uni.
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kennethwooster
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05/07/13 02:40pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Wichita Kansas and tornados
We live in part of tornado alley. Im 68 and I've seen 2 just out in the fields. I remember as a kid standing and looking out kitchen window with Mom and watched one go by. Mother also had been there all her life and it did not disturb her.
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kennethwooster
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05/07/13 02:34pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Broken pin box
I hope it will be fine. So sad when a dealer just doesn't care. Hopefully you get up there in good order and get everything fixed correctly.
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kennethwooster
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05/07/13 02:27pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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