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Pops RV - confused

Been looking for a class B+ or small Class C, been looking in all theusual places. About 1 month ago found one with what looks like a floor plan I can live with and it's less than 1 hour away.It's being sold by Pops RV (a broker - I assume); Anyways ...

fitznj by Explorer
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Hitch Question

We are downsizing from a 5th wheel to a small TT. We just purchased a 2104S Rockwood. The length is 22'4", the Unloaded Vehicle Weight is 4841 and the Base Axle Weight is 4168. What is your recommendation for a hitch. Our Chevy Duramax Silverado ...

Reader1 by Explorer
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How To Calculate Tow Capacity

I did a quick search and I didn't find a thread like this so here goes. I'm looking at a smaller Class A gas motorhome. It's what I like to call a Class A minor (for the musicians out there). I eventually want to flat tow a car behind it; probably...

new microwave

Our Sharp convection microwave has fallen victim to the shaking/bumping down the road. The control panel is loose and now is causing power issues. SO, bottom line has anyone have thoughts on the best over the range microwave to handle life in a ...

abzs by Explorer
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Difference in receiver styles

I just bought a 2019 Ram 1500 classic and it doesn't have a receiver so I need to put one on. What is the difference in these styles? I understand the class difference and I'm still debating on whether to use a class 3 or 4 but I can't find any info ...

LoudRam by Explorer
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Micro/Convection Oven techniques---how you cooking?

My trailer came with a microwave that also has an electric heating element to act as the oven. It has a microwave setting, grill setting, and convection setting. You can also do combo micro/grill or micro/convection. Im thinking other campers might h...

wopachop by Explorer
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Compartment Door Slam Latches

Is anyone having a problem of the above slam latches breaking and not being able to open the compartment doors? I have had two of my twelve latches that have broken cams, which operate the lock bolt when you lift up on the handle. It is a difficult ...

zigzagrv by Explorer
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Proposed new gun law for interstate travel

I know guns are a touchy subject but there is a new proposal starting to make its rounds through the Senate that will at least standardize rules for people who travel state to state. With the states having such a high degree of variance in their rule...

New RV Electric RV Toad In Depth Review - Mike Mas

Hello Forum Members - Got another great review for your guys on a new high tech “Electric” LSV / Golf Cart vehicle. There’s a fair amount of RV owners who pull their golf cart or Toad behind their rig to get around when they tech their destination wh...

Idle-Up by Explorer
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best 5th wheel

I’m looking at a new truck, with the factory puck mounting system, I’m looking for the best fifth wheel to put in it, what brand are you using and what do you like about it and what do you don’t like about it

CW Flagstaff

WE were going to Flagstaff tomorrow and by Camping World.Wife looked on the Internet and it says store permanently closed.Last month went to Camping World in Henderson, Nevada. It took a long long time as GPS was over 12 miles. Decided when we couldn...

Question regarding residential refrigerators

We are tossing around the idea of ditching our toy hauler and going the traditional 5th wheel route. Some of the 5th wheels we are interested in only seem to be offered with residential refrigerators. Will this pose a problem with camping without h...

JAC1982 by Explorer
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Stinger hitch too long, want to shorten it

I have the Falcon All Terrain and would like to effectively shorten the stinger hitch by drilling a second hole for the hitch pin. The hole would be closer to the yoke side.The stinger would not be physically shortened. The second hole would basica...