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bed rails- thoughts?
Now that the Reese 5th wheel hitch is out of the truck for the season-I was looking for suggestions on using the bed with the rails. I now have to cart some heavy materials around on a cart during the winter. Of course- the bed rails from the hitch stick up making it a bit more challenging.... I was thinking of putting plywood (or something else) to try and make the bed more even (but I'm not sure how to do that)
Any thoughts to make it a bit more flat all the way across and stay in place when moving something with wheels in and out?
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Jetsfan68
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11/15/11 09:27am |
Tow Vehicles
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Box step (not really RV related)
not really RV related but have always gotten good advice over the years here....
My wife asked me to build a box "cube" out of wood- (something like the size of a milk crate) to stand on. Like a 12"x12" cube- I'm guessing just using like 3/4" plywood nailed together would never be strong enough- any other suggestions?
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Jetsfan68
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11/14/11 08:04am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Looking to purchase
ok thanks- yea I figured-- I plan on going to Hershey.... I have 3 girls and you can see where my need for another bath vs bunks is starting to become an issue......
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Jetsfan68
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09/06/11 10:23am |
Fifth-Wheels
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Looking to purchase
OK - we've have the KZ for 5 years and it's done us well... girls are older and I'm looking for suggestions- here is what I would "like":
*31'-33' max
*1-2 slides
*I really need a 2nd bathroom (1/2 bath)
*Bunks- would be nice but not absolutely necessary- (kids sleep on sofa)
*Outdoor kitchen
Seems models have changed since I last shopped- Forest River and Keystone seem to be the big ones-
Any feedback is appreciated!
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Jetsfan68
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09/06/11 08:41am |
Fifth-Wheels
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Hershey show
any recommendations on places to stay for the upcoming show? hotel wise.... looking for something somewhat reasonable in the area
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Jetsfan68
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08/17/11 09:04am |
General RVing Issues
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truck measurement
Hello all- I'm at work and no time to run outside.... Anyone have any idea how long a 2001 F250 Crew cab short bed is in inches??
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Jetsfan68
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08/05/11 09:27am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Lewe's DE to Ocean City
thanks all- Sunday afternoon- Probably be getting off the ferry about 2:00PM
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Jetsfan68
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08/05/11 07:08am |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Lewe's DE to Ocean City
thanks all - Will be on Sunday afternoon- I should be getting off the ferry by 2:00PM
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Jetsfan68
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08/04/11 08:38pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Lewe's DE to Ocean City
right ok- We are going to Castaways.... So Route 1 is ok to take? looked like it's right on the beach so I wanted to make sure I will be OK with the trailer
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Jetsfan68
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08/04/11 12:15pm |
Roads and Routes
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Lewe's DE to Ocean City
OK I might be taking the ferry with the 5th wheel from Cape may NJ to Lewes, DE.... Once I get off in Lewe's - are there trailer friendly way to get to Ocean City MD from there? Mapquest was sending me via Route 1 but that does not look like the best way
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Jetsfan68
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08/04/11 11:47am |
Roads and Routes
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calling NJ and NY drivers!
OK not really RV related but I still need help
I need to get from Central NJ (highway 287) to Staten Island (Hylan Blvd area)- tomorrow leaving around 4:30PM - I have no idea what the commute traffic is like going into Staten Island travelling Eastbound from NJ- Anyone have any ideas so I can estimate time? Mapquest says 1 hour but I know that is not going to be right
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Jetsfan68
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08/03/11 10:20am |
Roads and Routes
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Cape May Ferry
I'm scheduled to leave for Ocean City, MD in a few weeks- (Leaving from Central NJ)- About 4 hours- The night before I leave- I have to be in Sea Isle NJ- According to Mapquest- I can drive from Sea Isle to Cape May and put truck and trailer on the ferry to Lewes, DE. has anyone every done this?? it would shave off a lot of time but I'm sure it's pricy and maybe not a good plan.......
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Jetsfan68
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07/26/11 07:49am |
Roads and Routes
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Calling all brake experts
OK here is my situation:
Put "NEW" Calipers, rotors, pads on front of 2001 F250 about 10 months ago- Bled system- etc-- Last week i had done some heavy braking with the trailer down some large hills- Really gave them a workout. Since then it seems when brakes heat up- I get some shudder in the brake pedal when braking- Took a look again- Pads and rotors look fine....didn't see anything unusual- Whats interesting is it does not seem to shudder when I first drive- As brakes heat up seems to get worse.... is it possible my rotors have become warped in such short time??
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Jetsfan68
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07/20/11 10:22am |
Tow Vehicles
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caliper pin lube
anyone know the best lubricant to put on the caliper pins fo brakes? I have a jar of Permatex ceramic brake lubricant (purple stuff)- I'm just not sure if it's exactly what I need for the pins and it does not say on the bottle. I read you are not supposed to use wheel bearing grease or lithium based grease- I think it's probably ok- but wanted to check- i will also check the Permatex website- just seeing if anyone else knows......
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Jetsfan68
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07/19/11 08:17pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RV Wholesalers in Ohio
Anyone have any dealings with them?
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Jetsfan68
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07/18/11 08:05am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: New to the TT but not to the forums
good luck!- I would check as much as possible- All appliances- heat/AC/fridge and all sinks/bath etc for leaks... use your tanks and make sure nothing leaks etc... i say that only since a friend of mine bought a TT in the winter and never used his AC until the summer only to find out it did not work- Check as much as you can!
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Jetsfan68
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07/15/11 01:25pm |
Beginning RVing
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#%^@# clogged toilet
our 5th wheel has the lovely 45 degree pipe that connects the john to the black tank. Since my kids don't listen- that pipe often gets clogged with TP. I have to use the flexible wand to clear it almost every camping trip. Anyone know of any tips or tricks to keep things "Moving" (other than plenty of water and not so much paper)
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Jetsfan68
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07/12/11 09:11am |
Tech Issues
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water heater valve
There are 3 valves on the back of my water heater-(has a bypass)- One at the bottom (cold water inlet)- one at the top (hot water supply) and then the bypass valve in the center. Looks like the top valve for hot water is not working (stuck in closed position)- To get thru my next trip can I just remove that valve and use a piece of hose to get the hot water to flow? The valves are only for the winter bbypass correct?
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Jetsfan68
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06/28/11 03:01pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: AC issue
thanks- How hard is it to replace that board yourself? looks like a lot of wires/connections....
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Jetsfan68
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06/13/11 09:20am |
Tech Issues
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ye ol V10
The 2001 F250 V10 is running good but getting older- Over 100,000 on her-
Anyone share any modifications/upgrades on this engine to give me some more pulling power? She does ok- have the 4.30 rear but just looking for anything else that might be out there
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Jetsfan68
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06/01/11 11:23am |
Tow Vehicles
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