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Solid Color State Maps for RVs

We're new (16' CampLite by Livin' Lite purchased March 2012). One of the first things we wanted for our TT after doing 9 states, was one of the old-style RV maps, with solid color states, to begin recording our experiences. We, like others who post...

jrpeck by Explorer
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I finally found a good vacuum for the TT!

I know several have posted on here about a good compact vacuum for the TT. I found this at a yard sale over the weekend. It is the Dirt Devil Broom Vac. This is not the current version which is a rechargable broom that sucks up dirt. This is just lik...

PSU1999 by Explorer
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Going into Canada

Later this summer we are planning on going into Canada for about a week. Does anybody know for sure if you positively have to have a passport to get across and back in?

Ready Brute Elite Cable Question

Question on the ready brake cable install. Made maiden 40 mile run and the black cable guide has rubbed all the sheathing off the cable that connects the actuator arm to the vehicle. It appears to be the top of the cable, so I assume it is scraping w...

lakeboi by Explorer
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Why do I have sway with a WD hitch and sway kit?

I don't understand. I'm starting to think I don't have my tire pressures right (tandem setup) My base tongue weight is 219 and I know to load a trailer with more weight toward the fron (the old 60/40 thing). It still swings back and forth too much a...

Total Length Towing Question

So the wife and I are back to looking for our RV. We are also looking for a trailer to haul behind as well. What we are looking at is a 24' Stacker trailer to haul our 53 Bel Air and late 60's Scout as well as the motorcycle. From what I've read we a...

loser77 by Explorer
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How long will it last?

I have been on this forum for the last 9 months but I don't believe I have seen this question. I purchased a used 2006 5th wheel. It has had relatively few problems and I intend to keep it serviced as needed, but how long can I reasonably expect it t...

Towing with Ford Expedition

First off I want to say this forum is great. What a wealth of knowledge.Now to my question. This was my first time pulling a TT with this truck and it seemed like if the road got a little bumpy the back end wanted to roll side to side. I am wonderin...

First LONG Trip - Tips and Thoughts for Anyone

Just returned from our first "cross country" trip in the new rig and thought I'd share some thoughts. I do so because I think I can help anyone: first-timers to full-timers.- 24/7 Roadside Assistance is worth every, single penny! We've got CoachNe...

Do you always check your slides before closing?

Every time I close our slides I climb on the roof and inspect/sweep them before closing. I'm not thrilled with the walking on the roof, but haven't yet splurged on a telescoping ladder. Anyway, I was talking with someone last week about this, and he ...

Super Hott & Humid up in the North East!

Its been super Hot and humid for the past several weeks up here in Central New York State, probably nothing to those who live down state, but man o man it hot!Anyways, my Hybrid is set up in the driveway and came home for lunch today and could hear m...

ljedik by Explorer
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Storage

Questions my wife and I have. We are looking into opening a boat & RV storage in Kentucky. Never mind the location but my questions are these.1. If indoor or covered storage was available would you use?2. If so, what price would you expect to pa...

twmw1126 by Explorer
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