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Hurricane Irma Damage

Our Fifth Wheel Toy Hauler had a vent cover blow off during the storm. From what I can tell, there was about 3 inches of water in the Galley at some time during the storm.All the carpet is soaked and the heater vents were full of water. The carpet on...

TugCE by Explorer
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companion slider noisy/ doesnt slide well

I have upgraded to a Ram 2500 with a 5.7 gas engine. With this new truck the wife would have no hitch rails in the bed so it was decided to install a b&w gooseneck hitch and a companion slider. it has been in for a year and the ball release is rust...

Would you purchase a used hitch? Good or bad idea?

I was thinking of purchase a used B&W 3300 hitch from a local couple for $500.00. But, maybe I should purchase a new hitch for around $1,200.00 from a local dealer and have it set up for additional $75.00 to insure proper operation. What are recom...

Chuck___ by Explorer
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What does this sticker mean?

I'm looking at buying a gently used Avion Westport 5er. On the back there is a sticker that lists a number and underneath says "Rocky Mountain Unit". I remember seeing something similar on my grandparent's RV, but it had something to do with their Go...

Spare tire help.

When doing a tire check on my 3610 Bighorn prior to departing noticed the tire stem valve was bad on one of the tires and replaced it with my spare. Spare is the exact same tire. Was able to get the tire fixed. Can I now leave the tire that was the ...

pjberny5 by Explorer
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PullRite hitch - repaired damaged component

I had to repair the lock lever assembly on my PullRite. Pictures of the damage are shown below. This is what I call the "trigger" which the pin contacts and trips the spring loaded lock to hook and secure the pin. I assume it was damaged when we t...

Need HELP !! Balto / Harford Co. in Maryland

Hey guys not sure where to really turn for help. So here goes... Our truck blew its engine last week, When it was towed the 5'er was atatached. The garage it was towed too doesn't really have the storage space needed to house the 5'er, I need it towe...

Keystone Montana Mountaineer

What's the difference between a Keystone Montana and a Keystone Montana Mountaineer? The Mountaineer specs are not indicated on keystonerv.com

denngeor by Explorer
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Washer and Dryer Advice!

We are looking to get a washer and dryer for our Sandpiper. I have read about both combo and stackable options and think stackable will probably be the best way to go. Just curious what everyone uses, how tall/wide they are, and how they work for you...

Moving from a bumper pull to a fifth wheel ?'s

I asked this question in the tow vehicles section, but thought I would ask here. So I am looking for some advice, hopefully from people who have done the same thing. Here are the truck details, 2016 Ford F250, 4X4, SBCC, 6.2, 4.30. I am currently tow...

Sgeorge by Explorer
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Locked myself out... again....

I don't know yet how these locks work completely. I guess if you lock the top lock from the outside, you can still open the door from the inside, but then the door will still be locked from the outside if you close it. Last time I did this, luckily t...

2002 Holiday Rambler spare tire crank?

Just getting back on the road after a few years off with health issues. Got the tires all up to snuff and tried to figure out how to lower spare tire for checking. There's an access plate for a handle of some type that is exactly the same size as t...