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RE: Water tanks
Some caution is advised.
I've been told the drain plug melts as a last ditch safety feature.
You have been told wrong.
Barney
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BarneyS
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04/18/21 07:01am |
Do It Yourself Modifications and Upgrades (DIY)
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RE: Help! Hitch stuck in ball mount.
Congratulations on getting your hitch issue figured out! Welcome to the forums!:) As you have discovered, we have a whole lot of very helpful and friendly members here and you can get just about any question answered that is about RVing.
We have a forum dedicated to towing issues. Stuck at the top of that forum is a thread with the title Travel Trailer Hitch Set-up Procedure.
I think you will find it very informative and helpful.
Again, Welcome to the forums and I hope you continue to participate and post often.:)
Barney
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BarneyS
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04/17/21 09:25am |
Beginning RVing
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RE: Holding tanks
So they are not all plumbed together? I too have three tanks in similar configuration as yours (1 grey rear of trailer, 1 grey, 1 black near front) but they are all plumbed to a single dump connection in the center of the trailer.
Not at all uncommon. Mine is the same way except reversed. Black & grey at rear and another grey at the front. All to one dump valve. The 3" and 4" are joined just before the dump valve.
Barney
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BarneyS
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04/17/21 08:51am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Pinched Propane line ideas??
Moved to Tech Issues forum from DIY.
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BarneyS
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04/17/21 08:31am |
Tech Issues
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RE: F150 and Reflection 150 series?
Having towed both 5th wheels and regular travel trailers, the last 15 years or so with a Hensley hitch, I believe the TT/Hensley combo tows better than the 5th wheel. There is no chucking or excess movement of any kind either left, right, up, or down and the whole thing is much lower to the ground so it seems to track better with less effect from side winds. Once you tow with the Hensley, you will not believe how comfortable a tow can be.
The combo must be set up correctly (the owners manual is clear on how to do it) and the trucks brake controller set to have the trailer lead the truck slightly when braking. If the above are done, the whole towing experience will be a pleasure. The manufacture of the hitch is very helpful if necessary and there are tons of owners of the hitch that can help you set it up if you need the help. There is also a Facebook group about the hitch.
I found it very easy to both install and adjust the hitch and did it 5 times, including both of my sons trailers.
I have no reservation at all in recommending the Hensley hitch to anyone. It does exactly what they advertise. :)
Barney
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BarneyS
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04/15/21 09:03am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: F150 and Reflection 150 series?
Snip... and I don’t believe the Hensley would eliminate it with the F150),snip...
I don't know why you believe that unless you have owned one and used it. Believe me, the Hensley would solve your sway problem. :) Seems to me you are going to throw a whole lot of money at a new 5th wheel trailer to solve a problem that the Hensley would solve very easily - for a fraction of the cost.
If you REALLY want a 5th wheel then disregard my message above.:B
Barney
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BarneyS
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04/14/21 08:06am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: type of hitch
Maybe he is talking about bending the frame on the tv?
Nope! Sorry.
Barney
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BarneyS
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04/13/21 07:43pm |
Towing
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RE: Questions for Veterans
I agree with all the others above. Wear it with pride and respect for your grandson-in-law. I wear my "DD214 Alumni" shirt all the time and have several Retired Army hats that see regular use. I am proud of my service to the country and, like almost all others, would do it again in a heartbeat.
Also have a shirt from my Grandsons' helicopter unit that served in Iraq. Often get a question or a thank you about that shirt but I explain proudly that my grandson is a pilot in that unit and gave me the shirt.
When receiving a "Thank you for your service" comment, I usually reply with a "Thank you. It was my pleasure to serve." I cannot imagine any prior service member being upset with your wearing the shirt. Wear it proudly and be glad for chance now and then to brag on your daughters husband! :)
Barney
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BarneyS
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04/08/21 05:15pm |
Around the Campfire
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RE: 5th wheel hitches
I think Crowe was right. Things may not be getting nasty (I would delete if that were the case) but things are certainly getting off topic and the question has been answered with no new information - SOOOOO I'm closing the thread. Thank you all for your participation! :)
Barney
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BarneyS
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04/08/21 04:41pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Extended tow bar
This ^^^^
Barney
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BarneyS
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04/06/21 12:15pm |
Towing
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RE: Hot brakes on new tow vehicle
Moved to Tech Issues forum.
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BarneyS
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04/05/21 01:18pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Winnebago roof
I have not done it but if you have the skills, I see no reason it should not work out fine. I don't think the additional weight would be a problem.
I would go for it!
Barney
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BarneyS
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03/28/21 01:55pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: RV Roof Tape
I put Eternabond on all the seams and roof penetrations on my trailer shortly after I purchased it new in 2004. The tape is still holding up well today and has never leaked in 17 years.
I did paint over the tape several years ago with a liquid rubber product to protect my rubber roof for a few more years. It has held up well under that product also.
I purchase the tape from Best Materials who had the cheapest price at the time. Probably still does! :)
Barney
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BarneyS
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03/28/21 01:47pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Slide out issue
Troy,
I had that exact same problem many years ago with our trailer. Called a mobile repair guy and he came out and solved it in about 5 minutes.
You most likely only have one motor running the slide in or out. It is usually located on one side and a long shaft goes to the other side to turn the gears there. What happened to ours is the shaft came loose from the gearbox because the set screw loosened up. The repair man just slid the shaft back into position and tightened up the set screw and it has remained trouble free for the past 14 years or so.
Perhaps yours is a simple thing like mine was. Hope so! :)
Barney
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BarneyS
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03/28/21 01:31pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Crushed F-150
Looks to me like maybe he had a slider hitch with the hitch in the rear position. This put too much weight on the trucks frame behind the axles, as he was jockeying into position, and bent it.
The blown out rear window is what makes me think that may be the case.
I have no idea what the pin weight of that 5er is but it looks like it was obviously too much for that truck!:E
Barney
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BarneyS
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03/27/21 07:20am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Delmanation repair help needed
Moved to Tech Issues forum from DIY.
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BarneyS
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03/26/21 07:38am |
Tech Issues
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RE: E-450 Front Hitch Mount?
Moved to Class C MH forum from Towing.
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BarneyS
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03/26/21 07:27am |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Ideas to carry spare and bikes
There is no way I would put 300lbs on the rear of a travel trailer no matter what hitch was on there! :E (or 120lbs of expensive electric bikes. I have one also.)
As far as learning more about about sway with a bike rack (think weight) mounted on the back, just search the forum with the word "sway".
Barney
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BarneyS
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03/23/21 09:35am |
Do It Yourself Modifications and Upgrades (DIY)
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RE: Wildcat 5th wheel
What brand air conditioner do you have. Most are either Dometic or Coleman.
Either way, you can probably find a new cover for it here, or if you needs a replacement hard cover (shroud) you will probably find it here. :)
Barney
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BarneyS
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03/21/21 07:16pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Towing Travel Trailer without WDH from Dealer
This could go back and forth forever. Thread closed.
Barney
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BarneyS
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03/17/21 12:51pm |
Towing
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