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Today, 09:39 PMpowerscol started a thread Hub Savers - Thoughts on this new product in Axles, Brakes, and Suspensionhttps://thehubsaver.com/ I am attending a State Rally and getting a bearing repack done by https://performancetrailerbraking.com/ Folks seem to...0 replies | 16 view(s)
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04-13-2024, 08:57 AMI hate to tell you this, but a 3/4 ton truck is not going to cut it. Your true pin weight when loaded will be close to 2800 lbs (20% of the GVWR)....14 replies | 836 view(s)
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04-13-2024, 08:44 AMTo prevent this situation I pre- charge my tank with 1 cup Dawn dish soap and i Tied laundry pod with 5 to 10 gallons of water. It makes the tank...12 replies | 2014 view(s)
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04-10-2024, 01:51 PMThat looks like road debris. All of the piping is Pex and that does not look like pex. You will need to drop the coroplast and check. for damage4 replies | 232 view(s)
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04-03-2024, 02:34 AMBWSTGDS I was in your exact situation. Just install with in edge true ON ONE SIDE and when done, trim the excess with a utility knife along the long...23 replies | 1368 view(s)
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04-03-2024, 02:22 AMI think you have found a great solution at this time. Please keep in mind that hydraulic cylinders need to be a matched pair in an dual situation. ...23 replies | 1368 view(s)
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04-01-2024, 10:05 AMGive Lippert a call and find out if it can be repaired. Maybe they might give you a discount or good will replacement. There are seal stop leak...23 replies | 1368 view(s)
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03-27-2024, 05:40 PMBoy does this take me back. I had a 1995 F250 7.3 Manual 4x4. Here is a good article...3 replies | 407 view(s)
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03-26-2024, 02:27 PMThat's why I got the instant cab heat on my Ford defrost/defogs the windshield in minutes67 replies | 7017 view(s)
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03-25-2024, 10:27 AMpowerscol replied to a thread Specifications of the Ideal Towing Vehicle for an Imagine 22MLE in Tow VehiclesYou say your planing traveling in the west and have a lot of bed stuff and 4 people. While this is a Ford the others make a comparable model. I would...19 replies | 2057 view(s)
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03-23-2024, 01:42 PMWow the memories this brings back, both from making friends to near enemies. The worse experience was watching a kid take a ball off our table. I...67 replies | 7017 view(s)
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03-23-2024, 12:40 PMpowerscol replied to a thread Anyone care to suggest a good quality trailer backup cam with dash cam recorder? in General Tech TopicsI have a backup camera from Vision Works and it is OK. I did have a camera go bad and it was replaced quickly. Not sure if they have a combo unit but...18 replies | 1845 view(s)
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03-23-2024, 12:31 PMpowerscol replied to a thread Key West Trip - Campgrounds both Private and Government in Campgrounds, Destinations and RV Trip PlanningThanks Skip Wonder what reservations are like in the spring/summer/fall. I guess I need to dig a bit deeper once I know of places to stay. I would...14 replies | 1538 view(s)
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03-21-2024, 11:24 AMpowerscol replied to a thread Key West Trip - Campgrounds both Private and Government in Campgrounds, Destinations and RV Trip Planning66 views and no camping spot recommendations? I did find out that Pennekamp does have camping, Florida State Park information lists it under...14 replies | 1538 view(s)
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03-20-2024, 11:43 AMpowerscol replied to a thread New members who don’t follow up on their posts!!! in General DiscussionI'm old and cranky and at times it bothers me - especially the "Help I have a problem -stuck by side of road or somewhere" posts and you never hear...8 replies | 758 view(s)
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03-20-2024, 11:37 AMYou will not have an issue. Your Ford drops charge power to the 7 pin when off. Easy to check to. Also the Ford trailer control module will limit the...20 replies | 2065 view(s)
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03-19-2024, 10:43 AMpowerscol started a thread Key West Trip - Campgrounds both Private and Government in Campgrounds, Destinations and RV Trip PlanningI am planning a Key west trip for the summer of 2025 - a year out. The last time I was there was 1970 or so as a teenager scuba diving with my...14 replies | 1538 view(s)
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03-17-2024, 12:05 PMAlso depending on the wiring make sure the battery disconnect is ON otherwise the charge will not reach the battery. ON is when the red key is pushed...5 replies | 529 view(s)
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03-17-2024, 12:02 PMpowerscol replied to a thread Solar and charging when RV attached to shore powerV in General DiscussionTerry I see no reason to ever turn the disconnect switch off. Just always leave it on. If you want the power off during storage or to do...10 replies | 2142 view(s)
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03-13-2024, 08:43 PMPlease understand while 7K may be 3.5" dia and 8K 4" dia its the wall thickness that's important. I believe the wall thickness is .25" for the 7K or...75 replies | 18497 view(s)
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03-06-2024, 08:56 AMIf you look up inside the turning point hatch you should find 1 extra set of holes - about a 1 to 1.5" adjustment. I have them on mine, so look...9 replies | 2096 view(s)
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03-03-2024, 01:53 PMJust a suggestion. Leave you 165 watt as is and add two new panels (as big as will fit like 200w each) and a new solar controller. I like Victron...54 replies | 9227 view(s)
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03-03-2024, 11:49 AMTo put it simply NO. Most automotive charging systems are capable of 14.4 volts or higher and are protected against back flow or excessive voltage...54 replies | 9227 view(s)
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03-02-2024, 09:14 AMThe OEM Companion is a great hitch and is very adjustable. Be sure you get the correct wedge for the hitch and not use the generic. ...16 replies | 2374 view(s)
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03-02-2024, 08:55 AM20K on the same grease is probably the reason for the scuffing.It may have gotten contaminated during the IS install. Remember to change them out as...2 replies | 301 view(s)
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03-02-2024, 12:01 AMSparky you are correct, but the bottom line is he does not even need to touch it. Install the DC-DC and go on with camping. Leave everything else as...54 replies | 9227 view(s)
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03-01-2024, 09:37 AMThere is no need to do that. Your truck alternator can and will put out 14.4V or more during charging cycles. The same as the DC-DC charger. I am...54 replies | 9227 view(s)
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02-27-2024, 11:56 PMThey were not aware of the tire speed ratings - they just drove and drove until......73 replies | 7885 view(s)
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02-27-2024, 11:53 PMI guess you have never been in west Texas I can assure you its 85 on the interstate....73 replies | 7885 view(s)
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02-27-2024, 04:25 PMI meant folks running into me. I try not to go over 70 to stay safe with traffic, but I am not about to run 80 0r 85. If I am running 70 in an 85...73 replies | 7885 view(s)
About powerscol
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About powerscol
- Location:
- SW Colorado
- Occupation:
- Retired Engineer
- Serial Number:
- 573FR2725J3406349
- Product Line:
- Reflection Fifth Wheel
- Model Year:
- 2018 220RK
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2018 Reflection 150 Series 220RK 5th wheel with 6K axle upgrade. B&W 25K OEM Companion, Steadyfast system, 2022 F350 SRW 6.7 King Ranch 8' bed, Trailer reverse lights, rear spare tire holder, storage tube, sumo springs, Victron MultiPlus 12/120/3000, and Solar
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04-13-2024
- 09:03 AM - powerscol clicked Likes for this post: Re-hook -- High Hitch ??? by JCR GDNever used "rehook" I...
04-10-2024
- 02:15 PM - rottekatz clicked Likes for this post: broken pipe by powerscolThat looks like road...
04-03-2024
- 06:43 PM - BWSTGDS clicked Thanks for this post: Coroplast coming down for inspection - 377MBS by powerscolHonestly it's not worth...
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04-01-2024
- 09:37 AM - powerscol clicked Thanks for this post: KEY West camping by padance1I am planning a Key west...
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03-26-2024
- 01:20 PM - powerscol clicked Likes for this post: Solar and charging when RV attached to shore powerV by Dan and DebI beg to differ with...
- 01:20 PM - powerscol clicked Thanks for this post: Solar and charging when RV attached to shore powerV by Dan and DebI beg to differ with...
03-25-2024
- 10:28 AM - powerscol clicked Likes for this post: Key West Trip - Campgrounds both Private and Government by jsm180Spring, summer and fall...
03-23-2024
- 01:23 PM - powerscol clicked Likes for this post: RVing Etiquette by Scott'n'WendyMost people are great...
03-20-2024
- 11:39 AM - powerscol clicked Likes for this post: New members who don’t follow up on their posts!!! by WhittleBurnerSometimes it takes a...
04-26-2023
- 09:08 AM - powerscol mentioned Sborders in post US/Canada border crossing links/guidance... time to do this Sborders I agree with this...
04-03-2023
- 04:11 PM - powerscol mentioned huntr70 in post TurningPoint hitch Trailer jumps to side on curved on ramps… Normal?...aked things below. huntr70 Both owners manuals ...
- 08:31 AM - powerscol mentioned Laffofpa in post TurningPoint hitch Trailer jumps to side on curved on ramps… Normal?...e had in the bed. Laffofpa OK - It's good to kn...
04-01-2023
- 11:21 AM - powerscol mentioned Soundsailor in post TurningPoint hitch Trailer jumps to side on curved on ramps… Normal?...he turning point as Soundsailor mentions. I have my ...
- 10:41 AM - Soundsailor mentioned powerscol in post TurningPoint hitch Trailer jumps to side on curved on ramps… Normal?...turns. I agree with powerscol, you'll most likely ...
03-23-2023
- 08:24 AM - Soundsailor mentioned powerscol in post Should I be adding a 12volt sub-panel?...'s a great write-up powerscol, I'm going to be mak...
03-10-2023
- 07:54 AM - geotex1 mentioned powerscol in post My Solitude Suspension RebuildSteven@147 what powerscol said! Aside, the cus...
03-09-2023
- 11:15 AM - traveldawg mentioned powerscol in post Who has had Brass bushing issues on their CRE3000 suspension...tallation. Thanks, powerscol.
02-25-2023
- 10:11 AM - powerscol mentioned msutoad in post Wet bolt bushing questionmsutoad I think what they me...
10-25-2022
- 01:50 PM - powerscol mentioned MTB Hauler in post Broken Wet Bolt...ting under load. MTB Hauler - also check the hol...
09-03-2022
- 08:05 PM - powerscol mentioned GeoffnCheri in post I40 road conditions from Amarillo to Little Rock?...Texas and Oklahoma. GeoffnCheri It cant be any worse...
06-12-2022
- 09:39 PM - jproctor9 mentioned powerscol in post Mutiple Chassis DC Negative / (ground) Connections?[QUOTE=powerscol;425369 You will fin...
05-30-2022
- 08:33 AM - powerscol mentioned traveldawg in post My 2022 King Ranch finally got here... the trailer level? traveldawg I will know here th...
- 07:52 AM - traveldawg mentioned powerscol in post My 2022 King Ranch finally got here...ries Thanks Keith powerscol I used LocTite Pro L...
05-03-2022
- 02:51 PM - Soundsailor mentioned powerscol in post Mutiple Chassis DC Negative / (ground) Connections?... says. Thanks powerscol, I'm not an electric...
- 01:28 PM - MoonShadow_1911 mentioned powerscol in post Mutiple Chassis DC Negative / (ground) Connections?...In a nutshell, what powerscol said is correct. It'...
- 11:34 AM - Soundsailor mentioned powerscol in post Mutiple Chassis DC Negative / (ground) Connections?...the chassis ground powerscol? I'm installing a 3,...
- 07:18 AM - Canyonlight mentioned powerscol in post Durango - Albuquerque- Colorado Springs...nal feedback, Keith powerscol will probably have s...
05-01-2022
- 08:55 AM - powerscol mentioned dually mike in post One circuit no power...en apart. 40312 dually mike There will actuall...
04-27-2022
- 03:29 PM - powerscol mentioned 4x4dually in post Has anyone priced out a Ram Lately? OUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!...et the numbers? 4x4dually your right about the...
03-02-2024
- 09:14 AM - powerscol quoted Dnanew in post Want to tow level!Anybody out there have a si...
- 08:55 AM - powerscol quoted LMagelitz in post Bearing WearFYI, here is a data point for ...
- 12:01 AM - powerscol quoted IBEW Sparky in post Eliminating 7 pin charge voltagepowerscol "The other issue is...
03-01-2024
- 09:37 AM - powerscol quoted JD99301 in post Eliminating 7 pin charge voltageI have a 2023 Imagine 17MKE ...
02-28-2024
- 08:36 AM - goducks14 quoted powerscol in post Tow Haul Mode- OverdriveI guess you have never been i...
02-27-2024
- 11:56 PM - powerscol quoted goducks14 in post Tow Haul Mode- OverdriveHow did people tow over 65 mph...
- 11:53 PM - powerscol quoted goducks14 in post Tow Haul Mode- OverdriveHow did people tow over 65 mph...
- 06:37 PM - goducks14 quoted powerscol in post Tow Haul Mode- OverdriveI hate to ask what do you do w...
- 04:25 PM - powerscol quoted Dick Noble in post Tow Haul Mode- OverdriveI expect people to drive safely...
- 01:51 PM - powerscol quoted Dick Noble in post Tow Haul Mode- OverdriveI try to never go over 65. I u...
02-25-2024
- 09:02 AM - powerscol quoted Jammer in post Leaf Spring Size for 2500RLI am going to upgrade my le...
02-24-2024
- 10:11 AM - powerscol quoted Scott'n'Wendy in post The phrase "China bombs"It's a phrase that does't get used...
02-23-2024
- 03:51 PM - reubenray quoted powerscol in post 50 Amp Power Cord Adapter?I agree. I have two power cord...
- 03:07 PM - powerscol quoted reubenray in post 50 Amp Power Cord Adapter?I really don't want to buy an ...
- 01:32 PM - xrated quoted powerscol in post Propane tank level indicatorThey do and it is important th...
- 01:27 PM - powerscol quoted xrated in post Propane tank level indicatorIt's been a while since I o...
- 09:58 AM - powerscol quoted reubenray in post 50 Amp Power Cord Adapter?...n the other end. reubenray Theses folks may ...
02-22-2024
- 03:26 PM - Second Chance quoted powerscol in post Momentum 397THS questions... Some states would require ...
- 10:10 AM - powerscol quoted wosprey in post Momentum 397THS questionsHi all, The GD Momentum 397T...
- 09:47 AM - powerscol quoted mrdithers in post Replacing flexible ductsFunky smell when we turned the...
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