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RE: Am I over the Max 5fer length?
I think you will have issues finding RV Parks for your 5th wheel size. Call ahead in your planning for future trips to avoid surprizes:(:(
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MarkTwain
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01/18/22 06:55pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Replace OEM fuel tank?
I've got a 2018 RAM diesel, dually, crew cab, long bed. It is also blessed with a 32 gallon fuel tank.
Has anyone replaced that tank with a larger one? I'm looking at Titan and S&B brands. The S&B is 60 gallons so I'm leaning that direction.
Only issue is the Torklift mounted on the front drivers side. It looks like it could be a tight fit up against the tank.
Has anyone done this swap with Torklifts?
Thanks in advance...
I suggest you contact "Transfer Flow" in Chico Calif. and talk to them about replacement diesel fuel tanks. Great company and quality work. They have many choices of tanks. I have bought 3 different tanks from Transfer Fuel on different tanks and they have worked great. They can install a new tank in 1 day.
It would take me at least 3 days to drive there, then 3 days back.
I think I can install the tank on a Saturday afternoon. If not, pay a truck accessory shop to install it.
Transfer Flow will ship the tank of your choice to your truck accessory shop.
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MarkTwain
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01/17/22 10:00am |
Truck Campers
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RE: Dumb mistake
Three pages of response, but OP has not returned. With the mixture of solutions, I wonder what the OP plans to do? I am guessing he hates to waste the small amount of fuel, or he would not be asking. Is it safe to use, worth trying to separate, worth the stinky mess on your clothes, hands, and shoes? I think OP was asking, should I just dump it in the truck, or not?
Let us know OP, is it worth the risk to YOU?
Jerry
NO! NO!NO! NO! NO!
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MarkTwain
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01/17/22 09:42am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Replace OEM fuel tank?
I've got a 2018 RAM diesel, dually, crew cab, long bed. It is also blessed with a 32 gallon fuel tank.
Has anyone replaced that tank with a larger one? I'm looking at Titan and S&B brands. The S&B is 60 gallons so I'm leaning that direction.
Only issue is the Torklift mounted on the front drivers side. It looks like it could be a tight fit up against the tank.
Has anyone done this swap with Torklifts?
Thanks in advance...
I suggest you contact "Transfer Flow" in Chico Calif. and talk to them about replacement diesel fuel tanks. Great company and quality work. They have many choices of tanks. I have bought 3 different tanks from Transfer Fuel on different tanks and they have worked great. They can install a new tank in 1 day.
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MarkTwain
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01/16/22 05:11pm |
Truck Campers
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RE: Dumb mistake
I filled up my 5 gal can with diesei in back of pickup when towing and forgot to put cap on and drove for 3 hours in light rain. Will some water damage the fuel ? Is there something I could add to the fuel ?
Yes, through the 5 gal. can of diesel AWAY!!!!! Could cause real problems and cost you some $$$$.
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MarkTwain
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01/15/22 08:58pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Great roadside assistance
Last night my wife and I had a flat on our vehicle while traveling in a rural area of North Carolina. Good Sam Roadside Assistance was contacted and gave us a likely response time of 60 to 90 minutes. From the time we made the call until we were back on the road was 32 minutes. The service man was very friendly, worked quickly and was very professional. We were extremely satisfied with Good Sam Roadside Assistance.
Thanks for sharing assistance from Good Sam. I have had them for 25 yrs. and share your opinion.
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MarkTwain
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01/15/22 08:54pm |
Good Sam Roadside Assistance
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RE: Calculated MPG
Have read a number of posts, in different site forums, describing posters hand calculating their mileage.
Some post that they record details at every gas-up and have kept meticulous records since they purchased their trailer/fifth wheel (for years), to show the exact MPG.
I suppose I can understand doing so for a short time after acquiring a particular truck/trailer combo, to then know that combo's MPG, in various conditions.
But, what is the purpose of going beyond that nice to know? And, has doing so caused anyone to change their driving habits or impacted a decision to choose a particular route to their destination?
Just curious.
Marv
Old Mark Twain proverb "If you have to worry about MPG or have to ask the price of fuel, you probably should give up RVing" :):):)
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MarkTwain
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01/13/22 08:09pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Camping on Sand
We’re at Mustang Island SP (Corpus Christi) in the conventional campground. Just walked along the beach and looked at the primitive beach campsites. I’m intrigued, looking out over the waves and listening to the breakers sounds inviting. DW is less enamored, especially after just watching a class c being pulled out because he’d buried it up to the axles.
How many of you camp on the beach along south TX (S Padre Is has similar camping I believe). How risky is it with a 16k 5er, and an SRW 4wd truck? Am I just being too cautious, or too risky to think about it? Also, any tips or tricks?
As always, thanks for your insights.
Make sure you have a good Emergency Road Side policy that primary business is providing service for RV's. AAA would not be my choice.
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MarkTwain
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01/08/22 04:25pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: New tires for 5'r
I was going to trade in my old 2007 Everest fifth wheel but found that my SRW F350 isn't capable of towing the trailer we really want, so I'll be buying new tires for the old 5'r to get a little more use out of it till I eventually upgrade my TV.
So, being that the XPS ribs on the trailer now are over 10 years old (still in good appearance) I should replace the tires on the trailer before hitting the road. I haven't been keeping up on which tires are most reliable these days so I'm reaching out for suggestions or what to avoid and recommendations on what tires to purchase. I'd go with the XPS ribs again, as they've been very good and reliable tires, but I'd hate to invest that kind of money into a trailer that will likely be traded in within a year, so I'm thinking I should go with a more affordable ST this time, but still want the most reliable ST tire available.
Change the tires without question. 5 to 6 yrs is my limit on trailer tires!!! I like Good year LT tires and have had good service with few tire problems over the years.
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MarkTwain
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01/01/22 03:38pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Broke down on the road, what's your insurance experience?
Just wondering what your experience has been. I have a RV rider on my policy, but they just say save your receipts and turn them in for reimbursement. I am curious as to how you even know who to call when you are broke down in the middle of no where. It can be even worse if no cell phone service and its after closing time. Not looking for horror stores, just how did you get taken care of. I know many have AAA or Good Sam, is that the best way to go?
Look at Good Sam or Coach net. AAA does not offer complete coverage in all states or areas and AAA's primary coverage is for cars and not RV's. I have had Good Sam Platinum policy and GS Travel Assist plan 30 yrs. and recommend them. The Travel Assist plan is for emergencies if you are some where and medically are unable to drive your RV home, GS will provide a professional driver to drive your RV back to your home and fly you home.
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MarkTwain
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12/21/21 02:39pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Debating Class A purchase for Wa. State to Az snowbirding
Seeing as how you now own a 5th wheel, I would not go buy a 40ft motorized rv to use it once a year. Load the app "rv Parky" and follow your route to see where rv parks are located then plan your stops accordingly
Does your current 5th wheel meet your current and future RV needs? What advantages would you have with a class A that you don't have with the your current 5th. wheel? If money is not an issue if you buy a Class A vs keeping your current 5th wheel, then the choice is not just up to your taste.
I would choose to take hwy. 10 out of Palm Springs to Phoneix to Casa Grande, freeway all the way. If you choose hwy 84 be sure and the weather for sand storms.
If you don't want to drive all the way from Palm Springs to Casa Grande in 1 day, there are a lot of RV parks along Hwy. 10 to Casa Grande.
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MarkTwain
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12/18/21 08:38pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: WANTED -- "Special" Insulated Cup
Looking for an insulated cold drink cup or mug that "properly" fits in the coach cup holders - something that goes all the way to the bottom with just a little wiggle room on the sides.
Search so far unsuccessful at Academy, BassPro, Cabelas, Walmart...cups/mugs are either too narrow (flop around in cup holder = spills) or too fat to fit in at all.
Or alternatively a replacement cup holder that fits in the hole and "properly" holds existing cup designs. Search so far turns up same exact cup holders.
Try Amazon web site.
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MarkTwain
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12/15/21 03:07pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Carrying extra fuel in Canada
Thanks for all the varied opinions. I guess I should have been more specific.
My question was more along the lines of whether it would be legal to cross the Canadian border carrying a couple of 5 gallon jugs of extra diesel.
I'm certainly not going to spend $1800+ on an auxiliary fuel tank.
We all get to make our own choices to meet our particular needs. Carrying 5-gallon cans of fuel is one choice. It just would not be my first choice, all things being equal and the river don't rise:)
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MarkTwain
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12/13/21 02:07pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Carrying extra fuel in Canada
My wife and I are planning to drive up to Alaska this summer with our new 5er and I'm wondering if anyone knows if it is legal to carry 10 extra gallons of diesel fuel.
I don't want to be caught short between fill-ups in Canada or Alaska where I've been told never to pass up an opportunity to fill up the tank.
My suggestion is to have a auxiliary diesel fuel tank installed. safer choice. I have a 60 gal. tank installed by Transfer Flow company located in Chico Calif. I can drive close to 1000 miles before needing fuel. Give them a call and ask what options you have. They can install the auxillary tank in 1 day. They will also ship the tank to your home town.
What exactly is unsafe about a couple 5 gal jugs of diesel in the truck bed?
For extra range it's a nice idea. I'm sure Canadian people use fuel jugs. How else to
they fill up lawnmowers and other small equipment?
Having an auxiliary fuel tank is more convenient and does require loading and unloading fuel cans or take up space in the bed of your truck.
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MarkTwain
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12/12/21 01:17pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Carrying extra fuel in Canada
My wife and I are planning to drive up to Alaska this summer with our new 5er and I'm wondering if anyone knows if it is legal to carry 10 extra gallons of diesel fuel.
I don't want to be caught short between fill-ups in Canada or Alaska where I've been told never to pass up an opportunity to fill up the tank.
My suggestion is to have a auxiliary diesel fuel tank installed. safer choice. I have a 60 gal. tank installed by Transfer Flow company located in Chico Calif. I can drive close to 1000 miles before needing fuel. Give them a call and ask what options you have. They can install the auxillary tank in 1 day. They will also ship the tank to your home town.
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MarkTwain
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12/11/21 04:48pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Paperwork
I always have the registration and insurance card with me for the fifth wheel. What other paperwork do you carry with you, if any?
Also the wife and I are talking about heading out to Yellowstone this year. What fuel card is good along I90?
I also carry a copy of the bill of sale for both my truck and RV. Also, if your truck and RV is still finaniced you need a letter of permission from the bank if you want to travel into Mexico.
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MarkTwain
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12/01/21 09:53am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Mac OS Monterey
Just updated my Mac to the latest Mac OS Monterey. Trying to figure out how to change the tennis ball icon to something else on the sign in screen.
Go to You Tube and ask.
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MarkTwain
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11/21/21 05:38pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Additional fuel carrying capacity on pickup
Here's my opinion: On these newer Trucks with all the HP and Torque a few hundred pounds of extra fuel will never be noticeable in the mileage. It take thousands of pounds of weight to make a difference and even that isn't as much as the frontal area of these Boxes we pull around. My first Diesel a 2005 Chevy Duramax with the 5 speed xmission was used to pull three different trailers, a 24' TT, 30' TT, and a 35' Fifthwheel and the mileage towing was so close you couldn't really tell any real difference.
Agree %100 based on my own milage after installing a 60 gal. Transfer Flow auxiliary diesel fuel tank.
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MarkTwain
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11/19/21 01:41pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Recommendations for an RV resort in Arizona?
Hi
We're looking for an RV resort/campground in Arizona.
Something with good amenities, not too far from a good sized city.
Looking for sun and warmth in January!
Thanks for any help.
Dan
I would look for RV resorts as least 20 miles away from downtown Phoenix. i.e. El Mirage, Surprise. Primarily for reasons of cost and quiet country areas. Make your reservations as soon as possible.
I would not recommend the resort Pubelo El Mirage. It is at the end of Luke Air Force base and the jets taking off and landing are so loud you can hardly hear and talk to people.
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MarkTwain
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11/19/21 09:41am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Recommendations for an RV resort in Arizona?
Hi
We're looking for an RV resort/campground in Arizona.
Something with good amenities, not too far from a good sized city.
Looking for sun and warmth in January!
Thanks for any help.
Dan
I would look for RV resorts as least 20 miles away from downtown Phoenix. i.e. El Mirage, Surprise. Primarily for reasons of cost and quiet country areas. Make your reservations as soon as possible.
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MarkTwain
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11/18/21 09:16pm |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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