Fifth Wheel Group

Selecting an add-a-room?

Hello all,We have a 27' Sunnybrook 5th, and just got our Dometic awning replaced this fall. We are now looking to purchase an add-a-room for this awning. We have started seasonal camping, so we sit in one place for the whole summer, and would like ...

Branches vs rubber roof

I was up on my roof the other day and noticed that on each side of the trailer where the roof rolls over the side a few inches just behind the front cap I have several large scratch marks that extend back a few feet. This is the tallest section of t...

Awning Protection

I have been pondering ways to extend the life of my awning. The slit plastic pipe sleeve is the frontrunner right now but it's pricy and needs to be left at home when we travel. I was wondering if some awning repair tape might do a good job protectin...

Our New Grand Designs 355TH

Picked up our new 355TH Saturday. From what I see so far, very well built unit. While our Raptor 3814 was a good trailer once we got all the minor bugs worked out, it was time for a trade. We are planning a shakedown trip this coming weekend and I...

tv bed sides

Hi all...i may be over thinking this, but i have been told that modern tvs have very high bed sides and i need to be careful in my purchase of a tv.I plan to purchase a gmc denali 3500 4x4 crew, std bd, srw. Bed sides r 57.25 inches from ground. .....

Filling fresh water tank

Simple question for a newbie. Other then continually checking the gauge, what is another way to know that the tank is completely full?

Upgrading to Fifth Wheel, Need Model Advice

I've all but come to the conclusion that fifth wheel suits our needs better than a standard TT (which we have now). However, I'm struggling to find multiple options for acceptable floor plans. Buying new is out of the question (due to budget), and ...

Full Body Wrap

I am thinking about getting a full body wrap on my 5er, has any one had this done. It costs about the same as a paint job, but I think it should last longer?? We have been looking at new 5ers and cant really find what we want and we like what we have...

Dump Valves

thinking of switching to electric valve for my blackwater side. cable has failed for second time. i haven't dropped belly to see whats wrong yet. i know the electric is about twice as high in cost over cable. any pros or cons on electric?

Escape 5.0 TA questions

Does anybody here have any experience with the Escape 5th wheel that is made in BC? My search turns up only 1 owner, Pedlin. This unit seems like an ideal size not too long and narrower than most. Thanks.

Just back from checking on 5er in storage:(

DW and I went to check on the 5er today. Mice have invaded again. We had poison out, all gone. Also had cotton balls spread around with the peppermint oil on them. Found a nest with peppermint scented cotton balls in it. Smelled good. Didn't find any...

FORD F350 6.0 Diesel

I have asked for comments on this engine, since I recently bought one , a 2003 dually, not knowing it to be a 6.0.NOW ..... I wish to MODIFY my question as follows .....Have any of you actually OWNED one that DID NOT .... have serious problems with i...

2014 Eclipse Stellar Wide Lite 27dblg - owner feed back

Hi,We are in the market for a rig to replace our current one. I had a brand new Octane ZX set to go, but sales guy measured the garage dimensions wrong and Teryx4 won't fit.As such that leaves me starting over again in my search. We looked at a coup...

THE RED LIGHT

QUESTION: I did not receive the manual to the new to us 2011 Doutchman Colorado 321RL so i downloaded one from the Doutchmen site. The manual says when i turn on the gas or the electrict from the switch on the paneal board the red lights should come...

Axle Rating question #2

So a Fuzion 371 fully loaded at 16500 sitting on two 7000 lb axles on a pad not connected to tow vehicle is not a problem? Only when being towed?

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