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Breaks in Caulk

My trailer is the newer color - kinda light tan and chocolate. I have noticed several breaks/holes in some of the seams.What type of caulk do I use, and it must come in clear because of the color of my trailer. (That's what's on there now.)Is silicon...

Propane..unlawful to have fridge on...is incorrect...

I had no idea and although this is a Canadan quote, the thread suggests that many states have similar. Whch doesn't surprise me..usually Canada follows suit.http://drivesmartbc.ca/rvs/operating-rvs-propaneWhich begs the question...I wonder how many p...

One night stand in the cold

I have a KZ MXT 303 toy hauler that I will be using this weekend in South Carolina for a motorcycle race. Temperatures will be around 45F during the day but are predicted to be 22F at night. Fresh, Grey and Black tanks are under the belly of the tra...

Confused about power awning

My power awning only works if the trailer is plugged into the shore or hooked up to my TV. That can't be right? Can it? If so I just want to say that's stupid.... But more realistically what can it be?

Anmacc2 by Explorer
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2007 Suburban 1500 2WD

I've been doing the research and even emailed Remco and Blue Ox. I am awaiting their answers.Here is my question:I own a 2007 Chevy Suburban 1500, 5.3L, Auto, LTZ. This thing is paid off so I do not want to get rid of it for a 4WD or something with...

Squealing at hot water tank

When we turn on the water at the faucets/shower, etc. there is a squealing sound from the Suburban hot water tank.I removed what I thought might be a check valve and cleaned it, but noise still continues. There is a second connection to the heater bu...

flat towing or tow dolly

im leaning toward towing with a tow dolly but im reading where I have to get out and recheck my straps,once I get going I hate to stop . wouldn't it be easier to tow a car all four down if so where can I find alist of cars that can be towed with auto...

Inflatable fun! (paddleboards ;) )

My search for inflatable boats actually turned up 2 winners, so now I'm on the hunt for an inflatable paddleboard to add to our collection. Does anyone have any advice or tips?My internet research tells me that the 6" thick ones are more stable than...

bout2buy by Explorer
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First tow with new truck

Just went 230 miles with out new toad( 2016 Nissan Frontier). V6 with a 6 speed manual trans. No fuses to pull and just one click with the key unlocked the wheel. Have a Falcon 2 bar with tow master base plates. I only knew it was back there was on a...

RVMike by Explorer
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Air in LP gas line.

Hi, one of the biggest issues I have RVing is after filling/changing my lp tanks is getting appliances to light! I believe the issue is air in the lines.How can this be prevented?Don't the regulators have a built-in check value? Or should I put a s...

WNYBob by Explorer
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I miss having a local community. Advice?

So,for the past 2 years I have been spending summer at my S&B, winter at my snowbird town, and spring and fall camping and visiting people.I have close friends who I talk to on the phone long distance, and internet friends, and I know a few peope in ...

Naio by Explorer II
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Don't worry , it's dead....

This original property owner allowed us to share rental space for a weekend of high desert RV camping....Bride says.. "don't worry , it's dead , move it along".Tapped it with a twig... sprung out to its' full hairy glory. Wing span a little larger th...

cdlaine by Explorer
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My favourite RV toy store

Well, not exactly a toy store but a great place to buy running gear for your trailer. Stuff like springs, axles, brakes & other trailer hardware.Estern Marine is having a sale. All kinds of goodies. Worth a look for the DIY guys.

Veebyes by Explorer II
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