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matilf
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Apr 13, 2015

TC newbie; where to get basic info?

Is there a source of basic info on TCs? I am planning to get one, have no idea on basic things like a) how does it attach to the truck; b) can I drive out from under it at my campsite and leave it there while I go sight seeing? Etc. I am experienced with travel trailers but not TCs. I am not strong enough to do some things with my travel trailer and am trying to avoid some problems by going to a TC. Do I also need to be a gorilla in order to mess with a TC? I already bought the truck so will be really disappointed if a TC does not fit my needs.
TY!
  • DP,
    Enjoyed the vid on the loading and "In use" on VC Island...

    I did get a little confused, and I probably missed something, but I had the impression you were using the LT Driver's side mirror to back into.

    Another poster used it and figures if he was an inch on driver's side the other side was ok. I noted that you were looking thru the back window, did you have the line markers to line it up?

    Just wondering.

    Also? solar panels, how do the 140 watt work, more than enough, not enough, just right? (heheh, sorta like the Goldie Locks Scenario eh?)

    thanks...
    frank
    fun..
  • Here's a starting point I found after a bit..

    http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/264829.cfm

    While some info might be a little "old" the idea is the same.
    Otherwise I found that by searching for the topic, will get you into the area and after you've read a few threads/posts you'll get the idea of it..

    I'm new too and finding my way, one thread at a time eh?? A few of the "Pros" will chime in also..

    fun eh?? heheh one post at a time..

    cheers..