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Keystones says a drop of 1 1/2" is normal in ceiling.

According to Trailer Life, Keystone states that a 1 1/2" drop or dip in an RV roof the first year is within normal specs and not a warranty item.Apparently the roof section around the air conditioner in a Montana is sagging down that amount!!!I guess...

rjsurfer by Explorer
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A place to "vent."

I wonder if the moderators on this forum would accept a place for owners to vent their frustrations with their RVs. A large portion of owners are experiencing terrible quality with their rigs, and it would be a great opportunity to tell their stories...

Tire Inflation Questions

(I did a search about "tires" on this forum and there were 270 pages that came up so I thought it best to just ask my question directly)I just read a post on this forum from someone who had a rough ride in their Class C.We also have a Class C and at ...

Andersen Ultimate #2 or just the Ultimate

I have a 2018 Ram 2500 6"4" bed with factory puck system, So I'm able to use either version of the Andersen Hitch. The Ultimate 2 is aluminum, and connects to the gooseneck ball and the frame sits on the bed and gets tighten down against the truck be...

Nato556 by Explorer
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How to get started?

Considering work camping next year when wife retires. How do you get started or find positions?ThanksDave

dpgllg by Explorer
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Hot Tires?

Ok now I think this is odd. I was taking my boat up and over the mountain to get some maintenance done. I don't trailer this boat but 0.5 mi to the launch ramp twice a year and the mechanic. So I am 12 mi into a 35 mile trip and I pull over to check ...

SweetLou by Explorer
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License Plate

Hi, In Wisconsin you are not required to license trailers under 3000lbs GW. So when I'm towing my Cargo trailer which is under 3000lbs it has no plate or license. My plate on my F350 can't be seen due to my Cargo trailer. It haven't been stopped ye...

schl44 by Explorer
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Gray Tank Cleaning

I'm in Australia and have a new Class C, its only taken a little while for the gray tank sensors to foul up. The dealer did a tank clean for me and I had to pay. I've now bought some drop-in RV tank cleaning tablets and have yet see see if they work ...

Downunda by Explorer
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GOOD SAM TRIP PLANNER

Good HOT evening.Are Rand McNally and the GS Trip Planner still available?If so, which model Rand McNally gps?Is anyone using this setup?What are your pros and cons?I like the idea of being able to create a trip, fine tune the route you want to take,...

grab handle

The handle you grab to go up the steps into the trailer is very loose. Two of the screws are coming out. It doesn't do any good to tighten them as they seem to be stripped. Any ideas as to how to tighten them. Someone here said try "lock-tight," ...

salem by Explorer
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(Update 3 years later) OC lose up to 2500 RV Storage Spaces

7-13-2018 Update -I am resurrecting this old thread to update everyone on the impact of the closure of El Toro RV Storage has had on the industry.While it took quite a bit longer for the actual closure of El Toro to happen, it did in fact close in 20...

2bzy2c by Explorer II
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Towing

I have a 2018 Ram 2500 with the 6.4 liter Hemi with a tow rating of 15,563 lbs. My question is I am looking at a 5th wheel that has a gross weight of 15,500 and the dry weight is 13,469. Would this be something I can tow? Also too this 5ver has a hit...

Ray_T_07 by Explorer
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Jeep brake lights not working/Blue Ox system

We’re in a very remote area with limited access to si-fi. I searched the forums but couldn’t find the answer to what is probably a simple issue.We have a Sunseeker motorhome, towing a 2012 Jeep Erangler Rubicon with a Blue Ox system. Never had a prob...

reinita by Explorer
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