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Yesterday, 10:40 PMIt takes quite a bit of lifting height, so you need blocking to get the job done. Your GVWR is about 6 ton, and you are unlikely to need to lift half...3 replies | 108 view(s)
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04-16-2024, 03:02 PMI’ll pull into a rest area and take a walk, a nap or both. If it’s too hot to nap in the trailer I’ll grab a camp chair, the back seat cooler and a...23 replies | 807 view(s)
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04-15-2024, 12:23 PMjkwilson replied to a thread How to Update Owners Dashboard to new RV in Forum Admin, News & Site HelpThat’s generated by the software. It’s determined by your post numbers.9 replies | 466 view(s)
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04-15-2024, 12:21 PMjkwilson replied to a thread I will have somewhat complicated questions... in Electrical System and WiringWelcome! One thing that takes some getting used to is trying to stay under the weight limit of your trailer when making modifications. It’s...12 replies | 550 view(s)
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04-15-2024, 06:55 AMYes it is. Google “Code Grabbing”. But you have to be close when the fob is used.19 replies | 614 view(s)
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04-14-2024, 03:35 PMThe keys are dirt cheap on ebay.19 replies | 614 view(s)
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04-14-2024, 02:03 PMI have 5 sets of trailer keys on the road. One for each of us to carry. One stashed in the truck. One screwed to metal in an out of the way part of...19 replies | 614 view(s)
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04-12-2024, 07:22 PMThere are concerns when tinting double pane windows, whether RV or house. The coating can cause the gas between the panes to get too hot and damage...3 replies | 184 view(s)
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04-10-2024, 03:52 PMMost autonomous LP appliances in RVs will lockout after failing to light three times. Air in the lines or an empty tank will cause it.1 replies | 115 view(s)
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04-09-2024, 08:47 AMUnfortunately, if you aren’t handy and able to do some repairs and maintenance yourself, RV ownership will probably be a little stressful regardless...9 replies | 360 view(s)
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04-06-2024, 06:14 PMjkwilson replied to a thread PD9160AL Converter Tripping GFCI in Garage in Electrical System and WiringIt sounds like a little AC current is leaking to the output. Call the company and explain the issue. They should swap it out.4 replies | 218 view(s)
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04-06-2024, 01:51 PMSince it would take two clogs or crimps to shut off both hot and cold before the faucet, the problem is likely at the faucet. Start by removing the...28 replies | 2205 view(s)
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04-06-2024, 07:07 AMSounds about normal! It’s good to have a checklist to use before you hit the road for things like the pump, water heater, vents etc.. We...8 replies | 792 view(s)
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04-06-2024, 06:57 AMThe problem is,you can’t tell if you have issues. There is no warning you have signal loss unless it lasts for an hour. You can unhook from the...32 replies | 11167 view(s)
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04-05-2024, 09:11 PMHope I’m not dragging this off topic, but I’ve look at the deluxe fan and have a small concern. It looks like the bug screen sits lower on these than...12 replies | 966 view(s)
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04-05-2024, 01:10 PMjkwilson replied to a thread Parents in towable RVs, how do you keep young kids occupied in the truck for hours? in General DiscussionAudio books for kids. Lap desks that fit their car seats with some kind of drawing/coloring/tracing activity.10 replies | 892 view(s)
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04-03-2024, 03:37 PMMy imagined scenario is someone getting up in the morning and heading out the door, coffee cup in hand, and forgetting the safety latch. As they...8 replies | 295 view(s)
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04-03-2024, 12:54 PMShould be able to apply battery voltage. First step is to pull the breakaway and measure the voltage going to the brakes there. Your brakes should...7 replies | 678 view(s)
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04-03-2024, 12:19 PMHaving recently gone through the process of fall-proofing a relative’s home, I don’t like the idea of a light duty latch at the top of the stairs...8 replies | 295 view(s)
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04-02-2024, 09:15 PMI’d consider an alarm rather than a lock.8 replies | 295 view(s)
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04-02-2024, 01:57 PMjkwilson replied to a thread The Breaks Interstate Park VA/KY in Campgrounds, Destinations and RV Trip PlanningWhat’s the campground like? My family stretches from Shelby County to Clark County then a break to Barbourville, Pineville and Harlan, but I’ve...9 replies | 467 view(s)
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04-02-2024, 12:51 PMjkwilson replied to a thread The Breaks Interstate Park VA/KY in Campgrounds, Destinations and RV Trip PlanningIt’s odd. I had never heard of it until we saw a brochure in a welcome center.9 replies | 467 view(s)
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04-01-2024, 07:46 PMAn old trick is to get a portable AM radio. Tune it to a space with no station and turn the volume up. With the radio close, jiggle wires and...6 replies | 388 view(s)
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04-01-2024, 12:42 PMjkwilson replied to a thread The Breaks Interstate Park VA/KY in Campgrounds, Destinations and RV Trip PlanningFollowing this. We picked up a brochure coming through the area last year and are planning a stay as well. Having family from Harlan, KY, it’s a...9 replies | 467 view(s)
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04-01-2024, 08:22 AMWhat brand and model is your water heater?6 replies | 388 view(s)
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03-27-2024, 03:42 PMNot going to use those with something close. The Glow Steps can almost deploy like a ladder in a tight space.21 replies | 6041 view(s)
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03-27-2024, 03:40 PMThey aren’t going to tuck in any tighter than the factory steps when stowed, and I’d guess they are a little lower. I didn’t really pay any attention...21 replies | 6041 view(s)
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03-27-2024, 10:29 AMCheck Lippert’s site. Manuals and videos are available.6 replies | 313 view(s)
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03-16-2024, 08:11 PMTo detect an open ground, the unit is going to check voltage from ground to hot, which should be 120. If both hots to ground are about 120V, the unit...17 replies | 1851 view(s)
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03-15-2024, 07:17 PMThere is no way you’d ever detect an open ground on a circuit in normal use. The ground wire plays no functional part in a system. It could be...17 replies | 1851 view(s)
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- Model Year:
- 2014
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John & Kathy
2014 F250 Lariat FX4 6.2L SBCC
2014 Reflection 303RLS
SW Indiana
2014 F250 Lariat FX4 6.2L SBCC
2014 Reflection 303RLS
SW Indiana
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04-15-2024
- 08:47 PM - BillandLisa clicked Thanks for this post: How to Update Owners Dashboard to new RV by jkwilsonI too had questions on...
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04-10-2024
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04-03-2024
- 06:02 PM - jkwilson clicked Likes for this post: Ideas for a Child Security Entry Door Latch? by Hoopy FroodWell, things are...
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03-30-2024
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03-27-2024
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03-16-2024
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03-12-2024
- 01:09 PM - jkwilson mentioned trailrydr in post New Inverter Air Conditioner.Like trailrydr said, it looks to be...
02-12-2024
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02-04-2024
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05-22-2023
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01-15-2023
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01-11-2023
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10-21-2022
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09-04-2022
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08-18-2022
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08-16-2022
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08-08-2022
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12-03-2021
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10-04-2021
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07-29-2021
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04-15-2024
- 12:23 PM - jkwilson quoted BillandLisa in post How to Update Owners Dashboard to new RVI too had questions on this. Tha...
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04-14-2024
- 03:35 PM - jkwilson quoted New England Weekender in post Do you bring spare keys with you on the road?This is my fear. Between being new campers...
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04-06-2024
- 03:10 PM - hartcentr quoted jkwilson in post OK, something is wrongSince it would take two clogs...
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04-03-2024
- 03:37 PM - jkwilson quoted Hoopy Frood in post Ideas for a Child Security Entry Door Latch?Well, my thought would be the do...
- 03:07 PM - Dnmatt quoted jkwilson in post The Breaks Interstate Park VA/KYWhat’s the campground l...
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04-02-2024
- 02:39 PM - FL-Guy quoted jkwilson in post The Breaks Interstate Park VA/KYWhat’s the campground l...
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03-27-2024
- 04:24 PM - Hoopy Frood quoted jkwilson in post A really enjoyable upgrade to my 303RLS. New Steps!Not going to use those with s...
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