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6-way connector + question

So I need to wire up the 6 way connector on my truck. I’ve got all the other wires figured out. I don’t have my MH or the cable at home yet. Looking on line it shows the middle pin to be the batt +. Just want to confirm, maybe someone has there’s the...

dodge_guy by Explorer II
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Slideout leak 2015 Arctic Fox 25Y

(This is my 1st post, so I don't know if the photos will upload.) I noticed crack in paneling (2nd photo) and then realized MDF trim (around slide out) was wet by floor. On Oregon Coast, we had had 2 days of torrential rain. The next day, I opened be...

barb_l by Explorer
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Rodent repellant

Just opened up the trailer this morning from its long winter nap to check things over and start getting ready for camping season. I found one single mouse turd in a drawer. I have tried all of the gimmicks over the years in the boat and camper. Alwa...

Goostoff by Explorer
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Back in the Game!

After an approx. 7 year absence from RVing, my wife and I are proud owners of a (new to us) travel trailer ("Couples Camper"). Before that we had 5 different 5th wheels over the course of about 25 years. So we are not ignorant to the lifestyle, jus...

Carpy by Explorer
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Toads

Anybody using the new Chevy Trailblazer as a four down toad? Your thoughts would help me decide on buying one for this use.

Boom2 by Explorer
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“Separate” sink in a wet bath?

For larger wet baths that include a sink, how common is it to have a sink that is separate from the shower pump (e.g. the shower isn’t piped off of it/it doesn’t utilize the same faucet or pipe as the shower head), instead with its own faucet like a ...

Weird sounds at night

Hello all! I have been living in a living quarters trailer of friends of mine for the past year on and off. That said, it’s been a pretty good setup and everything (except for roaches last year). However, last night I was awoken to the sound of 4-5 f...

Norcold refrigerator mistake on symbol panel

We purchased a new Cougar end of 2021. Everything worked fine. Used three times. Turned off over winter. Turned back on two weeks ago by following manual. Freezer isn't cooling, "cabinet" keeps freezing. Found out the manual has symbols reversed. Tri...

Maintenance Schedule !

As you know the literature that comes with the purchase of an RV is pretty slim and leaves a lot out ! Every year , about April the first, I perform a much needed maintenance chore , changing the " blinker Fluid " . It is easy and examples of how t...

Workcamper Couples Needed

Need workcamper couples. Pay and Free RV site, water, sewer, electric 30/50, cable TV, WiFi, on duty about 15 days a month with the option to extend year-round or longer if you wish. Visit our website. Google Camelot RV Campground Poplar Bluff, MO ...

JJ-2 by Explorer
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Best RV for towing Jeep

I was wondering if anyone could offer some advise on the best RV to tow a 4500lb Jeep. I am looking for the smallest RV with a queen fixed bed and enough storage for fulltiming.I know there are many criteria to consider. I am just wondering where peo...

My Hitch Won't Let Go Of My Ball

I just picked up a new 36 foot Jayco trailer. The tow vehicle has a 2 5/16" ball. I took it off the lot and towed it to my first campground and I/we had a devil of a time unhooking the hitch. Since I was a rookie the park manager sent over their m...

Question for TEXANS- Class A non CDL

We are looking at a toy hauler that combined with the truck will be over 26001 lbs. Legally this requires the Class A non CDL. I know many horse folks that are towing way over that that use their regular license. Also quite a few RVers that use their...