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How much off MSRP now?

How much off the MSRP of a new RV would you expect to get now that we're enduring this pandemic and economic shutdown. We all know to try to get 25%-30% off MSRP in normal times but considering the 2020 models are plentiful on dealers lots, should we...

RobWNY by Explorer
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Weight distribution bars

How can you tell if the weight distribution bars are on the correct chain link? Before hitching I measured from the top of the front wheel well to the ground.37 in. Then took measurement after I hitched and it still was 37 in. Truck and trailer are ...

Skipg by Explorer
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Tracker value

Looking at a 1995 Geo tracker as a flat tow vehicle for my dad. It has about 140k miles, with 50k being towed. Owned by the same person for the last 8 years. Great shape. My question is the price. It comes with the blue ox equipment ready to go. The ...

Rear Hitch Receiver

I'm getting ready to go full time. Adding a hitch carrier to the rear hitch receiver on my trailer will give me some nice storage for those less used items.My idea....get a hitch carrier, the size is 60Wx20Dx6H, then I want to add a box that will fit...

Oregon trip

We will be on the Oregon coast June,July, and August. Is it necessary to have some sort of dehumidifier to reduce the moisture in our RV. Thanks

Skipg by Explorer
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One of those things about traveling

In early July 2018, we needed a short stop between reservations while headed south on I-75 from the Michigan Upper Peninsula.Wife found a reasonably priced county fairgrounds park in the town of Midland, MI. Nice place for 3 nights. We explored the t...

Do Ineed to adjust (lower) my hitch?

We sold our 2013 Keystone Outback and 2013 F150 Ecoboost and bought a 27' Outback and Dodge Ram 2500 truck. The measurement to the top of the receiver from the ground on the F150 was 18". The measurement from the ground to the top of the receiver on ...

New 2020 Ford Escape Titanium Hybrid

Has anyone purchased the new Ford Escape Titanium Hybrid? The tow guides say it is towable 4 wheels down with the HF45 transmission. Called a dealer and they did not have the answer and did not know about the transmission requirement. Would like som...

k9dad by Explorer
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Oh Boy

Just saw this on facebook, guy was lookinhg for advice on his Ram 1500:...I just sold my camper, was over 36ft long and 8000lbs dry, loaded was prob closer to 9k. I pulled it with my 2011 1500 with the 5.7 hemi and 3.92 gears. You should be perfectly...

BurbMan by Explorer II
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TSD Fuel Program Update

Got an email this morning from TSD LogisticsGood evening TSD Fuel card holders. We have some great news. TA/Petro has come back to us with some great rates. They will likely be the lowest price out of all of our vendors.We have also added Kwik Trip a...

Walaby by Explorer II
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Shower head bracket/holder

I’m looking for a shower head holder or bracket that I could attach to the ladder on the back of our TT. I want to utilize the outdoor shower but be able to have the shower head fixed above me attached to the ladder. Looking online I only see mount...

RV Anti-freeze question.

I used RV anti-freeze for the first time this past winter. Previously I just drained lines and used my compressor to blow the remaining water out.Since I have cancelled travel plans for this summer, and really have no ability to tell if I can even t...

dryfly by Explorer
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Solar trickle charger fail!

It's a 10W solar trickle charger.Found my dual battery down to 9.6V and can't operate my powered jack.Good I have my spare battery, for my kayak motor, that saved the day.My 100W Renogy solar panel worked like a charm though and was able to restore a...

rubber roof sealants

There are many kinds of rubber roof sealants. It appears that the on marketed for RV are more expensive. Which one do you use (most cost effective) . Thankshttps://www.amazon.com/s?k=Rubber+roof&ref=nb_sb_noss_2

RV cover

I'm looking to replace my RV cover and wondering if one on the market that will last more than 18 months.

Rhigley by Explorer
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