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RE: WHERE CAN I FIND PICS OF INSIDE OF FIFTH WHEELS
I like ebay and rvtraderonline.com for getting different pictures of all angles of TTs, 5ers, RVs, etc.
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Sinecure
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01/06/09 07:52pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Drive a winterized rig??
You never mentioned, does it have a genset?
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Sinecure
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01/05/09 02:52pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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Camper Model Designations
I've searched for this on the web and on here and have not found any answers. Is there some standard list of what the letters mean behind a model of camper, specifically a TT? I know the numbers designate length, and I know what a few of the letters mean, such as BH = Bunk House, FK = Front Kitchen, etc. I not even sure what the letters on mine mean. 310 2BDS. Please enlighten me.
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Sinecure
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01/05/09 01:33pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Drive a winterized rig??
I agree with what everyone is saying, but if it's been properly winterized (which you say it has been) and it's been checked out by a diesel mechanic (which you say it has been), then don't worry about a thing. Get in your new rig and drive it home with a huge grin on your face. Park in a Flying J, Love's, or other truck stop, or a Wal-Mart for overnighting. Also, as someone else had said, once you get out of below freezing weather, go ahead and de-winterize it, and sleep in it and use it as you would down home.
Just my 2¢
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Sinecure
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01/05/09 01:13pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Aircraft Tires - Can they be used on TT
Have you ever wondered how many miles a set of airplane tires actually get on a runway? I'd imagine they are much like RV tires...dry-rot or "age out" well before they wear out.
They hardly dry-rot or age. Aviation standards are much more strict on something as inexpensive as a tire.
They are replaced because a plane traveling 100+ MPH coming in for a landing, and a tire spinning at 0 MPH hitting the pavement causes MASSIVE amounts of tread wear. Just look at the runways. They are covered in black tire marks where the plane make contact with the runway.
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Sinecure
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01/05/09 01:04pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: Need new tires/wheels for the fiver? Help please
Make sure the weight capacity of the replacement wheels are up to the task of your trailer. My TT weighs about the same as yours, and I commonly see wheels with ratings of 2500 lbs each. Even with that rating, I sometimes wonder what the actual downward force is in certain driving situations, say, coming off of an overpass where the pavement has a sharp drop. Ever notice all the oil slicks in those areas? You know there's definitely heavy forces involved.
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Sinecure
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01/04/09 08:26pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: camper wheels have you replaced?
How about those of you with either OEM or aftermarket aluminum wheels post pictures. I can never create a mental picture of what wheels will look like once installed on the vehicle/camper.
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Sinecure
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01/04/09 01:47pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Live and let live in New Year: type B+ on a Class C chassis
burlmart,
Could you enlighten me as to what is the actual definitive characteristic of a Class B+? Granted it's on a Class C chassis, is it because it has no actual "bed"? I'm curious now, as my grandmother's B+ has everything one could want, just in a much smaller package. It has a TV in the cab-over, a sofa on one side, a dinette on the other, a full bath with shower, oven, stove, microwave, sink, and refer. The sofa and dinette combine to make a king size bed, and prior to purchasing my TT, I have camped in it several times. It is completely self-sufficient having a generator, fresh, gray, and black tanks, etc. While it was cramped when we camped in it, it most certainly did the job.
BTW, my grandmother didn't buy it to camp. She is elderly and doesn't drive, or leave the house. She is on oxygen and has several needs that couldn't be met traveling in a regular vehicle. So she purchased it in the summer of 2005 to aid her in evacuating from hurricanes. So far we've used it twice to evacuate her, with great success. Her oxygen machine plugs into any of the available 120 volt outlets and runs on generator power the entire trip.
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Sinecure
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01/03/09 12:32pm |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Live and let live in New Year: type B+ on a Class C chassis
Are you talking about a Lexington by Forest River? If so, my grandmother has one also, the smallest one they offer, and they (Forest River) insists that it is a Class B+. However like you say it is on a class C chassis.
I agree with your point that something is real if it makes a difference in the world. However, I tend to agree with the others that resist the "actual" existence of a Class B+. In this case, it seems to be nothing more than a marketing ploy. The RV is obviously and unarguably on a Class C chassis, and it is much taller than any Class B I've ever seen and more along the height and looks of a class C.
So I'm in complete total agreement that the market does have a classification for a Class B+, and they do exist. I'm just saying that they shouldn't exist. We might as well have a Class A- for the shorter Class A's and a Class C+ for the longer Class C's that rival Class A's. It's all marketing that adds to consumer confusion.
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Sinecure
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01/03/09 10:46am |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Chevy 2500 w/ 4.56 gears?
It would be cheaper just to keep the tranny in "3".
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Sinecure
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12/31/08 10:35pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Tow Vehicle Selection - What should I buy?
Saulsberry dodge is advertising 17000 off sticker on all diesels starting today. They're in Baton Rouge on airline. It's what I am thinking about buying,just thought you might want to call them if you want diesel.
That's on leftover 08's or 09's as well?
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Sinecure
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12/29/08 11:27am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Tow Vehicle Selection - What should I buy?
I have to admit my interest in the 6.0L has risen based on what everyone is saying about the increased HP and better tranny.
To answer your two questions:
1) I would actually PREFER a used truck.
2) I tend to want what I want, and if I don't get it now I'll be looking to upgrade in a few months.
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Sinecure
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12/29/08 11:06am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Tow Vehicle Selection - What should I buy?
get a good used three quarter ton truck new is a waste of money keep it in the bank you never know when youll need it
Trust me, I'd love to get a used 06-07 three quarter ton truck. More HP, no new emission systems, etc. The problem is of the 15 or so used diesels I've found, they all want in the range of $28,000 for a truck with 50000 miles, optioned out like I'd want it (leather, power everything, etc.). I've emailed every one of the sellers (usually dealers) and they will not budge on price. They all claim they are selling them just fine at their asking price. After I see they aren't budging on price I bring up the fact that for about $2000 - $4000 more, I can get a brand new truck with warranty, zero miles, etc. They first find it hard to believe but then I tell them about the incentives on 08 models right now. Still they claim they have no problem selling for their asking price. Apparrently there are idiots out there that buy used and don't shop around, or know about the incentives available.
Fyi I just got a price on a 2008 durmax 4X4 for 33000 so the price you got on the 2 wheel drive seems a little high. A friend of my brother just got a 2 wheel drive out in west texas for 30,000. The one I got a price on for 33,000 had a lot more options including 4x4 so definitely look around. I think I was given a price of 14,000 off msrp. Not sure if I am going to trade. I am in a situation that I still have 3 years left. With the prices they have I may be able to lower my payment and have a new truck with warranty. If I only had a 2 years left I would not even consider but with little over 3 years left I may have some injector or other issues before it is paid for.
I am looking at $16,000 off MSRP, optioned out the way I want it, leather, power everything, memory seats, bose, etc.)
The moral to this long story is that if you have any possible chance of upgrading your camper in the next 4-5 years go with the biggest truck you can get that fits your towing needs. More power and towing capacity is not a bad thing. I drive 10 miles to work each day and have not had an issue yet with the DPF. The the difference in power is unbelievable. You can get by with the gas, but expect about 6 mpg towing. I'm looking forward to getting 12-13 mpg towing with the diesel.
Kevin
I just upgraded 3 months ago to this 31 foot dual slide, so I can't see replacing it anytime in the next 10 years down the road. It has everything I want and I'm building a carport to park it in, so it should still be in good shape 10 years from now.
I'm disgusted with the situation that I'm in. I don't want a new truck because of the DPF and emissions, but the prices are really good and I'm being offered more than I ever expected on my trade. I'd like to save money and get a used truck but I can't find anyone willing to part with one for more than a few thousand off of what I can get new. I'm not going to make an unwise move just because I'm overweight, so I honestly see myself continuing to tow with my underrated truck until the right deal comes along. I know I'll probably get flack for that, and I know it's extremely hard on my truck, but I just don't see any other way out where I'll be happy, my wallet will be happy, and the towing gods will be happy.
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Sinecure
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12/29/08 09:17am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Tow Vehicle Selection - What should I buy?
3) If you mostly tow for short distances, and don't plan on keeping a tow vehicle for 8 years +, get the gasser. The new 6 speed auto in the new GMs, paired with a 4.10 rear and the 353hp 6.0L is a good combo with decent performance. The 04 6.0L gasser you are familiar with has 53 less hp, and a 4 speed auto. The Duramax will still outpull a new 353hp 6.0L gasser for sure, but not by a huge margain.
5) Diesels are no more expensive to maintain than a gasser - that's 100% myth. Twice as much oil you change 1/2 as often. Other than that all they need is more frequent fuel filter changes (which gassers require as well). Don't let that myth carry any weight with your decision.
3) What if I said that I planned mostly to tow for short distances, used it as a daily driver, and planned on keeping it until the wheels fell off?
5) Good information. I never thought about the maintenance aspect that way. Thanks.
I'm still keeping my eyes open for a 2006-2007 diesel GMC/Chevy truck optioned out like I want. This way I wouldn't have the DPF to deal with. Problem is that for the ones I've found optioned out like I want, they're within $5000 of a brand new one. These incentives GM has right now are making a 2 year old truck almost worthless, but yet no one is willing to take the hit on the sale.
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Sinecure
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12/28/08 09:29pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Tow Vehicle Selection - What should I buy?
My daily drive is about 8 miles (20 minutes) one way, all city driving. Mostly 35 MPH zones, with a short stretch of 50 MPH.
I do travel for work about once or twice a week. One location is about 100 miles round trip (all highway) and the other is 200 miles round trip (all highway).
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Sinecure
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12/28/08 07:51pm |
Tow Vehicles
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Tow Vehicle Selection - What should I buy?
Just realized that this is longer than I anticipated, so thanks to anyone taking the time to read it and give me their insights.
THE WEIGHT
I have a 31' dual slide TT. Actual weight is 8853 lbs with all of our stuff loaded ready for a weekend of camping. Currently I am towing with a 2002 Silverado 1500 4wd with a towing capacity of 7800 lbs. I know I'm 1053 lbs over my tow rating, that's not what's up for discussion here. Oh, and did I mention I sometimes carry a golf cart in the bed of the truck when towing the TT? So add the 1200 lbs of the golf cart, and I'm about 2253 over my towing capacity. So let's put the total weight of my rig minus the truck and passengers at 10053 lbs.
THE TOW VEHICLE
Please don't flame me, because I am aware I'm overweight, and the whole point of this post is to correct this fact. So far I've only towed to a campground about 35 miles away, and we've been going for weekend trips about once a month. The truck is capable of maintaining 65 MPH on the flats with the throttle at about 30% in 3rd gear with the tow/haul feature ON. Keeping my foot steady I will drop to about 45 MPH on inclines. Accelleration is slow, braking is more than acceptable. The truck is paid for (the biggest plus of all) and I'm getting about 13 mpg city, 9~9.5 mpg towing the rig, 18 mpg highway unloaded. The question is what would you recommend for a replacement since I really should within the acceptable limits of the tow vehicle?
THE OPTIONS
Again, please don't turn this into a Ford/Chevy/Dodge discussion. I have test driven all three and I have decided on a GMC Sierra/Chevrolet Silverado. No offense to anyone who chooses any of the others. They are all capable in their own rights, and each have their own issues.
My first choice is a 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 SLT 2wd with the Duramax/Allison powertrain. This vehicle is capable of 13,000 lbs on the bumper with the 3.73 gear ratio. I have gotten a price of $32,500 for this vehicle with all incentives. This price does not include my trade.
My second choice is a 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 SLT 2wd with the 6.0 liter gasser. Assuming that my only option is the 4.10 gear ratio (the 3.73 is limited to 10,000 lbs), this vehicle is capable of towing 12,500 lbs on the bumper. I have not priced this option out, but I'm assuming since the Duramax/Allison option is an $8500 MSRP option, I am figuring somewhere in the $26,000 range, not including my trade.
THE DECISION
My dad has a 2004 Sierra 2500 with the 6.0 liter, and while it is capable, I find it is mostly a dog, meaning it is sluggish, and not very fun to drive. The gasser would be initially cheaper and also cheaper to maintain and drive. Fuel for the gasser is over a dollar cheaper than diesel, and maintenance is much more expensive for a diesel. But the diesel has a lot more "umph" and won't flinch when facing a hill or incline. While that is obviously more desirable, I also feel that it is overkill. I plan to keep going to the local campground about once a month, with one, possibly two further trips each year, so if we're talking about capability, I'd really only *NEED* a new T.V. once or possibly two times a year. Even though my current truck is overloaded, I feel it is fully capable of doing the 40 minute trek to the local campground.
THE PART WHERE YOU COME IN
Armed with all of the information above, what would you do? Financially, I am capable of buying the diesel, but it doesn't mean that I have money to burn. I would still have to finance approximately $21,000 with my trade, and I'd have to get accustomed to paying a monthly note again, which may mean cutting back in some small way, somewhere else.
I apologize for the length of this post, and if you are still reading, I thank you for sticking with me. I value the opinion of everyone here, especially those who have been in this situation of needing to replace a tow vehicle.
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Sinecure
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12/28/08 07:34pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: rear differential
Seeing as how it's 26 years old, and has 60,000 miles, it definitely wouldn't be overkill to do a complete service and replace the fluid. I'm not sure what they recommend on motorhomes, but on my truck they recommend changing the rear fluid at 100,000 miles. Your motorhome has had a heavy load for all 60k of it's miles, so go ahead and change it.
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Sinecure
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12/27/08 08:14am |
Tech Issues
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RE: Tire and rim options after flipping axles
You may be able to, but you might need spacers on the hubs as well to keep the inner side of the tire from rubbing.
To me, it seems your bigger concern will be the two tires being too close to each other. This is especially a big concern if you use any of the popular chocking devices that fit between the two tires.
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Sinecure
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12/25/08 03:04pm |
Toy Haulers
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RE: RV basic maintenance book / DVD?
I think he was referring to this:
Clicky
Merry Christmas.
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Sinecure
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12/25/08 07:51am |
Class C Motorhomes
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RE: Flying J Files Chapter 11
What???!!!??? THREE and a HALF years of giving us the shaft on $4/gallon fuel, and ONE MONTH of lower prices is going to bankrupt them? Bull.... I REFUSE to feel sorry for any oil company at this point. Record profits for the past almost 4 years and now they start crying when prices come back down to normal.
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Sinecure
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12/22/08 04:41pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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