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Tire Review Bridgestone Duravis R500 HD

I am putting this review in the 5th wheel section because I believe that this tire is most likely the best LRE LT poly carcass tire available for trailer service.Back ground. I ran Michelin XPS Ribs for 6.5 years and around 42-44K miles on my 2005 29...

Me_Again by Explorer II
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Truck/Trailer Decisions.

Hello all. We are in the market for a new 5th wheel camper for a family of 5. I am wanting a Montana or a Bighorn that sleeps at least 8 people and this thing would be loaded down with all our stuff as we pack everything but the kitchen sink. I was o...

Used rv possibly making us sick

Bought a used 2003 Sunnybrook 5th wheel in March 2023. Started having unknown weird symptoms  pretty quick. Not just me... spouse and dog too. Dog passed away in Feb 2024. I've had all kinds of sickness for 1.5 years now. No known cause. Some symptom...

LED Ceiling Lights

Most people like the super bright blinding led lights in RV ceilings.Even the ones inches above their head in the bedroom. Some people like to switch from incandescent to LED lighting.I understand removing led lights and replacing with soft white inc...

nhshep by Explorer
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Resolved! No flow from hot water tank Nautilus P1 system

No hot waterOur 2017 27RL Reflection 5th wheel has the Nautilus p1 water distribution system. Once last year and then again a few days ago after filling the fresh water tank we had absolutely no hot water. For clarity I will say the water in the tank...

hand crank landing gear issue

I have an old (2005) fleetwood 5th wheel.  The entry point on the exterior of the trailer,  where the hand crank to the front landing gear is inserted,  is broken.  I have searched the internet for a replacement part with no luck.  Does anyone know w...

gloomis by Explorer II
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Truck with 5th wheel hitch rental

Long story short, my truck broke down and we have a camping trip coming up this weekend. Does anyone know of places that rent a 3/4 or 1 ton truck with a 5th wheel hitch (or at least rails so I can use my hitch)? I've looked all over and can't find...

krleake by Explorer
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Happijac beds in garage not lowering

SO I thought I would post this in case anyone has the same issue with their beds in the back of a toy hauler. I brought my trailer out of storage this past weekend. I am going camping this weekend so Ive been going through it getting everything ready...

Adding a Toy Hauler Extension

I am thinking about putting a toy hauler extension on my enclosed car trailer and am curious if anyone has done this to their toy hauler and what they like or dislike about it.Also, I'm curious what others think of this even if they have no experienc...

hotjag1 by Explorer II
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Any Pilgrim Owners with manuals??

Hi All,Last Fall I purchased a new to me 2007 Pilgrim Open Road 378SA4S-5F 39' 5th wheel. I got a deal that was to good to pass up. The interior was pristine. I have been able to fix everything that needed fixed and we have used it a couple of tim...

4x4FF by Explorer
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Landing gear ? 2009 Montana 3665RE

Both my landing gear and rear stabilizers quit working using the buttons in the little door on the front drivers side. However, they both work using the key fob remote.I checked both fuses in the front storage compartment. Is there another fuse tha...

Brad_NSW by Explorer
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Montana vs. Arctic Fox vs. Grand Design

My wife and I currently own a Cougar TT that has served us well for weekend camping trips and week-long road trips. As we get closer to retirement, we are looking at fifth wheels for extended road trips. Looking ahead to our next RV (a fifth wheel)...