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New Trailer Quality Control

I bought a new 2019 Coleman 17 RD this spring and finally got it about a month ago. Unfortunately the dealer couldn't give me the orientation tour due to social distancing, etc, I understand that. The one picture I should have taken, didn't cross my...

Blow-out ...

Yep, it finally happened. 2009 fifthwheel with original tires (D rated) replaced last year with E rated. Not here to complain about or bash the brand of tire. It was the drivers side rear and I know if a tire is going to pick up a nail or screw it wi...

Hey Michigan people, title and registration question

We purchased a used trailer from private individual in Indiana many weeks ago. Of course we bought it during the pandemic shutdown, we are just dumb that way.I cannot get a straight answer out of SOS. They say they are open now for vehicle registra...

Best tow vehicle for our rig

We recently purchased a new travel trailer that’s 30’ long and weighs around 7500 pounds. On our way home, we realized our 2001 Chevy 1500 had a little trouble. Although it is within my threshold, it is too much for it! I have found a 2013 Chevy with...

mgreene by Explorer
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Flashlights

I put this here because we need another one for the coach as well as at home.We bought a supposed 3,00 lumen flashlight from Bass Pro, for 70.00. It was rechargeable. Plugged it u to an hdmi adapter to charge and next thing I know the light is on and...

down_home by Explorer II
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Roadside Assistance Companies

I need to purchase a plan, and Good Sam's plans are 50% off for new members, which I would be. (July 4th sale, it says, ending soon).I researched this a year ago, and it seems that many were satisfied with their experience with Good Sam. Coach-net go...

rfloyd99 by Explorer
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House Water Pump needs assistance priming

Class A system, 1999 model.The only way I can get the pump to prime is by hooking up a garden hose to my "Sanitize" hookup, run the water very slowly and turn the pump on. It's my understanding that the system is supposed to self prime and not need ...

brake buddy

anyone using one of these? Just had 1 given to me but is missing the 2d alert for the tow vehicle. Is it REALLY needed or just a nice to have peace of mind thing? I do not have one for my installed one for my normal towed vehicle either but it is ...

Colored party globe lights for awening? ...yeah, I know

We have kids.We go to Jellystone's and the like.If you do too, you prob know what the subject is about.If you don't you prob think we are crazy and wondering how could we ruin our quiet outdoor peaceful setting.Anyway, the kid packed resort campgroun...

RV Printer

Looking for a printer for our fifth wheel. Only need to print black. A recipe or map directions once in a while. Any ideas. Thank you. Betsy.

mittshel by Explorer
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