FensterRV wrote:
Ok guys, been away from the computer but its great to hear about everyone's trip. My first one is 2 days away. Here are some questions maybe you can answer for me. Quite nervous- Some may seem stupid but remember I've never camped before!
1) After leveling the trailer and putting down the stabilizers, is the Bullet very bouncy? I've been reading about Steadyfast in case it is.
We used four jacks as they came in the pack that way. Really helped, NOT a cure. Put as close to axle as you can.
2) That stinks how quickly the gray tanks filled up. Teen age daughter and wife = many a full gray tank for me!
Check with campground about letting gray water leak to the ground. Most people don't realize how many parks allow this. I won't even go into the right or wrong but its an option. This will take the pressure off your GRAY tank. It can be such a low leak that over night you won't even see a build up on the ground. We use the sewer cap with garden hose adapter when we can.
3) Can someone explain to me the proper method of turning on the water pump, and getting things ready to have hot water. Ditto what others said.
3) Does everyone run their AC 24/7? Its about 90 degrees here in NJ.
Yes but might be good idea to keep the thermostat up and add a fan if its really hot outside.
4) Give me a brief over view of the AUTO button and when that should be on. Ditto what others said.
5) Did anyone cook pancakes on the burner on the outside kitchen? Curious if it gets hot enough to accomplish this.
6) Thanks! If anyone has ample time, a review of a setup list when they get to the camp site sure would help. I'm more concerned with the internal stuff in the camper. Was Rainbows experience normal to trip the CB?
An example of approx. amps used are: Air conditioner - 13-15, water heater - 10, coffee maker - 7, microwave - 10, fan - 1, refrigerator - 3-4. These approx. are out of Keystone site. You can see how this adds up and over 25 amps quickly. People suggest that while using items to turn air conditioner off for just a few minutes and use a fan. This conserves lots of amps to use elsewhere.
Hope your weekend trip goes well, take pics!