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RE: custom tow tehicle
The bed platform that holds the ATV appears to be what's generically called a 'sled deck', normally used for hauling snowmobiles. If you search 'sled deck' on Google, you should come up with several websites for companies that make these to fit most pickups, as well as home made ones.
The fifth wheel hitch on it's own little trailer is generically called a 'converter gear' or 'dolly', in the commercial trucking world. The only brand name that comes to mind for these converter gears made for hauling RV fifth wheels with pickups/vans/suv's is Trailer Buddy. Google 'Trailer Buddy' or 'semi trailer converter gear' and you should come up with something.
Thank you. Found it at http://www.digisys.net/bics/welcome.html but I'm still trying to wrap my head around backing with that thing attached. I'd love to free up the bed of my truck to take my Harley (motorcycle, not the dog who rides in the cab with me) or (eventually) a hoverround for when I take my Mama with me, but I'm not sure if I'd ever get into a site with that setup.
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cKarlGo
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08/13/11 10:06am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: custom tow tehicle
Seen at the Shell station at Camp Verde, just off I-17, August 3, 2011.
http://members.cox.net/laknox/pics/DSC02287a.JPG
Neat setup for those with deep pockets!
Lyle
What is this called? Does anyone know?
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cKarlGo
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08/13/11 07:56am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Dog in box while towing
How did man or beast survive before air conditioning was invented?Miserably...
When my mama was a girl, her family lived on the face of the sun and were happy to have the heat!
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cKarlGo
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08/08/11 02:48pm |
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RE: Dog in box while towing
I know I will get flamed for this but my 80lb lab rides in the fifthtwheel while towing. I toss his bed in the entryway and he us content to ride there. Inside temps usually never exceed 85 in summer going down the road with all 3 roof vents open.
Steve
No flaming from me...it is certainly better than letting him ride in an open truck bed.
I must be weird, but I traded my old truck for my current crew cab one so the dog could have a large, flat area to travel in. When I travel, if I'm going to be away from the truck for more than 10 minutes (the run time of the remote start on a Chevy), then I put him in the camper. I never make him ride back there, though. He's a lab/pitt mix and a huge wuss who would be very unhappy in the camper alone. So much for that whole vicious pitt bull theory!
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cKarlGo
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08/06/11 12:28pm |
RV Pet Stop
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RE: Squeaky doolies
Well, the dealer finally got everything done. They replaced the whole shebang in the back. New rotors, pads, etc. No more noise!
Thanks to all for their input.
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cKarlGo
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08/06/11 11:52am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: 5th wheel or travel trailer NEED HELP???
Hey guys,
looking to get a new camper, currently have a pop up.I originally planned on getting a travel trailer, however a friend has planted a bug in my ear about a fifth wheel. Now I dont know which way to go,-- a 5er or TT. Wondering what the veterans think? Currently my truck is a 2003 chevy 2500 HD 4x4, gas 6.0L short bed with 4.10 gears. I dont plan on getting another vehicle for 4-5 years(hopefully) Any help is appreciated. My friend has had both TT and now a 5'er (with a diesel truck however), He claims that a 8000lb 5er would pull "easier" than say a 6500lb tag along which is the dry weight of a TT I basically had decided on. Dont just read this --post what you think, need some help here. Thanks
I started with a popup, then had two travel trailers. I am on my 2nd 5er. The biggest differences I see (outside of towing) are 1) storage and 2) The washer/dryer.
Nobody wants to leave their toys at home. The 5ers provide more space for that, which is nice. This is especially true if you have kids and a toy hauler.
I put in the w/d so I can have camping clothes and house clothes. Packing the camper now means that I put my vitamins, kindle, kindle charger and dog food in the camper. That beats dragging stuff in and out and having to do laundry in the house hands down.
As to your towing question, I will leave that to someone who has owned both a gas and diesel and towed the same unit with it. I have not - well, not enough to make an informed recommendation, anyway.
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cKarlGo
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07/24/11 11:18am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: 5th wheel build quality poll
Just my own thinking, but I think so many people buy Montanas because, appearence wise, they believe they're getting more for their money as opposed to the close comparisons. Maybe the difference in what they see is made up by some shortcomings in what they dont see????
I'm not trying to slam Montanas as I know they have some nice features, just my thoughts.
I am on my 2nd Mountaineer. I lived in it for a winter and it was fine. The only complaint I have is that the furnace was VERY dusty and I cannot find an after market filter for it.
Every problem I've had on either unit has always been addressed by Keystone without complaint. I bought the last unit with Camping World's extended warranty. We'll see if the warranty is worth anything. Hopefully they'll be better at honoring it than the were the purchase agreement (stay away from the one in Statesville!!!).
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cKarlGo
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07/16/11 09:28am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: 5th wheel build quality poll
Something has come up in my research and I am wanting to hear what your experience is SPECIFICALLY WITH REGARD TO DRAFTY AIR COMING IN FROM THE SLIDES (all 5th wheel makes). Of course any other comments are welcome. I have been reading through the following forum on the Montana Owners site and becuase there are so many complaints about drafty slides I am about ready to cancel a deal I have pending on a 5th wheel. (http://montanaadministrator.forumco.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=36732)
DO YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH DRAFTS COMING IN FROM YOUR SLIDE OUTS IN THE COLD OR WINDY WEATHER (any type of 5th wheel or RV).
I lived through the winter in my Montana Mountaineer in the Northern VA area while my house was being renovated. I had a few drafts, but I think they were from the windows (my unit does not have the upgraded windows). The slides didn't seem to leak much, even when we had some wicked wind storms.
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cKarlGo
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07/16/11 09:19am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Squeaky doolies
A quick followup: The dealer is replacing the rotors free of charge. We'll see if that clears up the problem.
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cKarlGo
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07/16/11 08:54am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Squeaky doolies
I get lots of squeal out of my dually. I too live on a dirt road, but carry lots of weight besides towing mt trailer.
When doing pads I usually put RTV silicone on the back of the pads, this time I serviced while leaving for a trip so did'nt do rears because trailer was hooked. So now they squeal more.
I wonder if this is why I'm getting the noise.
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cKarlGo
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07/08/11 06:22pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Squeaky doolies
Brake issues at 2,000 miles WOULD be under warranty. If you documented as you said, I agree that new rotors and brakes are in order. Perhaps the new dealer will be more competent.
Yes, I took it to the dealer at about 2000, then again at about 9000. They said nothing was wrong and I've got the paperwork to prove it.
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cKarlGo
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07/08/11 12:32pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Squeaky doolies
Ok so have you towed going down hill and had the steering wheel start to shake because of riding the brakes ?
chevman
Not that I recall, no. As far as I can tell, it's purely noise. A lot of noise. A lot of very annoying noise. My concern is that something is afoot and that I'm damaging the pads or disks by "letting" this go on.
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cKarlGo
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07/08/11 10:49am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Sewer problem
Perhaps this is getting into "visit the dealer" territory? Were it me and I did not know specifically what was wrong and that I could fix it, I'd consider it the better part of valor to pony up the money and let the dealer deal with the problem, rather than randomly disassembling my unit.
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cKarlGo
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07/08/11 10:11am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Squeaky doolies
What does the brake controller have to do with the brakes on the truck squealing . . .Or are you talking trailer brake squeal??
The dealer claims that the brakes are damaged due to towing... even though they claim that they can't find any problems. i.e. I hadn't set the brake controller correctly and was overburdening the brakes on the truck.
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cKarlGo
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07/08/11 10:04am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Squeaky doolies
If you have disk brakes you can buy some stuff that goes between the caliper and the pad. What I have is red.
So this isn't unusual? This is the first truck I've ever had this issue with. It's also my first (modern) Chevy. I've always driven Fords before this.
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cKarlGo
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07/08/11 09:38am |
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Squeaky doolies
In March of 2010, I purchased a new Chevy 3500. Within 2000 miles or so, the brakes began to squeal. Two trips to the dealer produced no results except 1) a claim that they couldn't hear it and 2) the placement of blame upon me for not setting my brake controller correctly. Now, to put this in perspective, I'm on my 5th camper (2nd 5er) and my 4th pickup truck. Never have I had issues of this type before. I do know how to set my controller!
Has anyone else had this issue with Chevrolet? I've called their corporate number and I have an appointment with a different dealer. Even though the truck is at ~20,000 miles, I made it clear that this was an ongoing problem and that I expected it to be fixed on their dime.
Any thoughts?
k.
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cKarlGo
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07/08/11 09:10am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Looking for new 5th Wheel - Can you help?
It's been about 6 years since I have looked at 5th wheels. I would love some recommendations from you all.
Here are a few preferences:
-Family friendly (me, wife, two high school children) - bunks strongly preferred.
-Bedroom slide
-under 38 feet in length
Any suggestions or recommendations would be helpful.
TIA
Have you looked at the Montana Mountaineers? I'm on my second one and highly recommend Keystone. I've had excellent luck with them and they've always fixed problems, large or small.
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cKarlGo
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07/08/11 09:01am |
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RE: 5th wheel KingPin stabilizer - tripod -do they work
My old 5er really needed the tripod, no matter what. My new one only really needs it if I'm going to be running the washer. It depends on the unit and how much wobble you feel is acceptable.
There is no right answer. Unless you ask my Mama. Then that is always the right answer. Period.
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cKarlGo
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07/08/11 07:04am |
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RE: What is the usable life span of a 5th wheel
Recreational Vehicle is Latin for "Get out your wallet. Supply your own kleenex when you cry."
That being said, I got a new Mountaineer 5er last July through Camping World and I bought their extended warranty for 7 years. It's supposed to cover appliances, electrical, plumbing and the like. We shall see if it's worth the paper it's written on.
This 5er is to get me half way through till I retire, then I'll trade again.
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cKarlGo
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07/06/11 10:05am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: sewer question
Thanks for the replies, I did call a few compaines and you all were right it cost way too much for them to come out for juust one persons service. I am on private land, there is a clean out around 90 feet a way so the flo jet might be the cure. I did just come up with the idea to use this as a reason to camp over the long weekend and then I can dump when I am there!
I would also talk to the people at the Knoxville Camping World. They were great when I was there.
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cKarlGo
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07/06/11 07:59am |
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