RV Newbies

Towing Capacity of Ford Explorer

We are upgrading from a tent trailer to either a Hybrid or Travel Trailer. We have a 2013 Ford Explorer with the towing package - 5000 lb towing max.I am not sure how to determine the towing capacity as I have had different answers from different sal...

Traveling in Colorado

We are traveling from Colorado Springs to Grand Lake, Co. pulling a 30 ft. travel trailer. Anyone know the easiest route to take for first timer out of state camper travel? I thought hwy. 24 to hwy. 9 to hwy. 34, but not sure.

No 7 pin connection in bed

I just bought a new F350 and a 5th wheel toy hauler. I haven't picked up the trailer yet. I had the RV place put in the 5th wheel hitch for me but they didn't put an electrical connector in the bed. I have a connection down by the tow hitch but I ...

How Much Cargo Weight??

How much cargo weight should I figure for a family of 4? Loaded (minus water) but with tools and the like...The reason I ask is I've seen trailers with cargo capacities right at 1000 pounds and that seems really low to me especially figuring 400 poun...

From Moran Wyoming to eventually Montana

Hi Folks it's me again wondering what the best way would be to get to Montana from Moran Wyoming pulling a heavy Holiday Rambler 5th wheel 34ft with a 2007 GMC 2500 Diesel. I am thinking we should take 26 through Jackson to Alpine and stay on 26 to ...

Jacks

When we are not using our Rv it is parked in our driveway ,do I put the jack down or leave them up?

grey and black water tanks

realize it's a function of tank sizes, but how many days between emptying tanks are realistic / typical for 2 persons when "boondocking" (hookups not available)? or maybe a range?thanks!

Hitch cargo baskets

What cargo baskets are people using on their fifth wheels?Looking for one that can also be used for putting bikes on.

Is there a minimum amount one can finance an RV?

Some of the finance websites I have seen say they will not finance anything under $8000.Is that a general rule of thumb for most RV dealers?

air conditioner capacitors

What size of resistor should I use, to discharge my capacitors?? I've read and googled and found all these different values --- 10k ohms, 20k ohms, 6k ohms and 2k ohms with 3-5w value. Also could I place two resistors of the same value to get the res...

Price Break Near Indiana?

We bought our trailer two years ago from a dealer 120 miles away. We plan to upgrade to a fifth wheel in about two years and I am wondering...Because so many RVs are built in Indiana, would it be better to shop in Indiana for our next rig?We plan to ...

buying older TT...as tiny home

Ok, So my plan is to buy a TT (5th wheel or bumper pull) that I will basically park full time on my mothers property and live in as my residence.I will T off her well water, run electric from her service panel, and dig my own little homemade septic s...

Pre-Inspection

Before I hire an inspector to inspect my prospective RV, I would like to do a pre-inspection first. I will be looking at 5th wheels from 2007 to 2010 year models in the 32-34' range. As far as structure, what should I be looking at besides the obvio...

Tailgaters

We've been pulling a trailer since June 2015; and, we've only taken a few trips; I don't care if you are tailgating me; I always drive at least the posted speed limit: this keeps me legal. If I'm behind an RV, I make sure that I can see both of the t...

Parking in front of my house

Just got a parking ticket for leaving my 40ft. Parked on the street in front of my house. I was parked leaga)y, and not living in it. Normally leave it there between trips.

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