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Haggling on used RV from dealer

We're about to spring for our first RV (a fifth wheel bunkhouse) and have found a 2015 used one that we like at a local dealer that lists for $30,500. I'm horrible at haggling. What should we aim for for a purchase price? Would we get more value i...

Shopping for 1st TT. What should I consider?

Hello, I'm new to camping other than tent camping. I'm looking for something used, it needs to sleep at least 6, and I would like the weight to be less than 5-6000lbs. And my dh wants length as short as possible.So I know that these criteria are pr...

heating in winter

do you have to be plugged in to electric for the furnace to work? i know the furnace is propane, but do you need electric to run the thermostat and blower?Thank you.

Battery disconnect in "off" position, anything connected?

I'm trying to sort out fuse panel labels and OEM's hand writing is not good. Can't read their writing. Question...When the battery disconnect is in the "off" position, depending on how OEM wired, the propane alarm still has power to it? Anything e...

First slug of RV supplies for a first timer. What do I need?

Supplying my new TT.This is what I have on my list:Water inlet hoseWater pressure regulatorUpgraded sewer/black lineRV levelLeveling block setWheel chocksJack cap/blockRV toilet paperRV toilet cleanerBlack tank/toilet chemicalsGrey tank deodrizer/che...

How do you guys look for RV Parks?

Hello all, just seeing how much people go on about looking for an RV Park? I'm not advertising my park or anything, just seeing the best way to market.I'm assuming most people just google it? Or do other people use facebook and/or yelp(yahoo??).Do yo...

Norcold refrigerator

We want to remove our Norcold fridge and put a household one in. Has anyone done this? We are afraid of fire. We have a 2012 Montana 5th wheel. Thank you

Cyclone Pool Blower to winterize RV?

I have a Cyclone pool blower (Used to install liners and blow out air lines)I was wondering if anyone has used one successfully on their RV. It is a very low pressure, high volume blower -- not a compressor.Because of that I'm wondering if the flow ...

Contacting owner of lost wallet. What is best way.

(edit part)...What is the best thing to put in your wallet so someone that finds your wallet can contact you? Your phone number OK? Your e-mail address OK? I don't think your personal address is OK anymore?ThanksI don’t have in my wallet anyway f...

Cannot Find 22” Vent Cover

Hello all! I am new to the forum. So please excuse ,e if I am posting to the wrong area. I just purchased a used 2006 American Freedom Toy Hauler that is 21’ long. There is an escape or emergency vent lid that was missing when I purchased the trailer...

Overnight stays on the interstates

We are a new class B owners taking our first cruise. We are driving FL to NY and going to do the trip in 2 nights, 3 days.Are there places where we can pull in and hookup electrical for 12 hours? We don't need amenities, or a lake, or trees. Just a p...

New Buyer Question

My wife and I are planning on buying our new fifth wheel next spring or fall. We know we would like either the Jayco Eagle or the North Point. We are going to be full timing. But I'm not sure if the North Point is to big to travel the country with.Th...

To pull a trailer or a toad

OK, it is clear to me that if you are full timing or semi-full timing (basically more than just weekending)you are likely either towing a trailer (TT or 5er) or pulling a toad of some type.Lets face it, no one relishes breaking camp every time you ne...

Black tank help!!!

Hello I am a total newbie to the rv world... Like a newbie I really screwed up and did about every wrong thing in the book. I'm not an rv guy just living in my boss's trailer recently. Havent had any of the dissolving chemicals and accidentally left ...

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