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Murphy Bed vs. Separate Bedroom

I am looking for opinions for those of you that had murphy beds or at least considered them.We are looking for a new camper and have been going back and forth between the pros and cons of a separate sleeping space that does not convert, versus a couc...

Models similar to Puma 32BHQS

I've got 4 kids, so I'm looking for a bunkhouse that actually has 4 bunks, and not just 3 in the back because of a large outdoor kitchen.I also really like the sideways bed up front for extra room, as well as a W/D hookup.I'm having trouble finding o...

t-smith by Explorer
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Garmin Basecamp Problems

Good morning fellow truck campers.I recently purchased the Garmin RV 890, I really like it. I have always purchased a Garmin gps. I have been learning Basecamp, I like it.I can pick my own route and then export it to the RV890. When I open Basecamp a...

Tow vehicle tire size not to spec

I'm looking to replace the tires on my tow vehicle (2010 Ford Expedition) and I was surprised to learn that my existing tires do NOT match the tires specs on the vehicle placard. I don't know when or why that happenend. Anyways...Placard specs are P2...

Upgrade RV Entertainment System

My Northern-Lite came with a dvd/am/fm system. The dvd player stopped working and it is old technology: no Bluetooth, HDMI, etc. Has anyone upgraded their entertainment system? What did you use and how do you like it? I am looking at iRV34, Magn...

Tizi by Explorer
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F-150 +Lance 650 Cruise America Purchase

Hi Everyone - I am in the market for a Ford F-150 and a camper to fit it. Came across this combination for sale from Cruise America. Does anyone have experience or info on this setup? They are Asking $35,000. 2017 F-150 has 124,000 miles. Lance 650. ...

ronfar by Explorer
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Keystone Bullet 243BHS

I'm looking at a used 2019 Keystone Bullet 243BHS. Anyone on here have a similar unit? The owner told me the floor was replaced by Keystone and upon researching, that seems to be an issue with this model. Floor felt solid; did not feel any soft sp...

Please help with solar and electrical questions...

Hello, first of all let me say a big thank you for reading my questions, I am new to RV'ing and im trying to pick things up quickly. My wife and I just put a downpayment on a brand new 2022 Forest River Salem FSX 177bh, we should take delivery of it ...

Max-4 by Explorer
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Rotella T6 5w-40 hard to find

Anyone else having a hard time finding this oil? seems like no one here one CNY has it and pricing is from 20 bucks (sale) to 30 bucks/gal. Some places have 2.5 gal size for darn near the price of 3 gallons. Check online and prices are even worse. S...

ACZL by Explorer
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Diesel vs gas......................

OK folks, there have been a few to many diesel vs gas threads that have shall we say gone to "Hell and a hand basket"! So if all of you would put in you BEST, no flaming reasons for going gas vs diesel, pro and con, I will either leave your thread, o...

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Truck tech

Since my last truck was a bare bones 08 dodge dually, seems there’s all kinds of gadgets and gizmos available now. My question is how much is useful and usable with a TC mounted? For example when I tow with my Toyota I have to turn the parking sensor...

2002 silverado 1500

I know it has been asked about a thousand times but what can my truck tow? It is a 2002 1500 extended cab 4x4 5.3l. 3.73 gears. From what I am seeing is 8000lbs. My truck invoice says it has the tow package, which includes, transmission cooler, locki...

Celica77 by Explorer
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2019 Ford F-250 headlights

Loved the headlights on my Tacoma, but bigger trailer needs a bigger truck. Have any of you changed your headlights? They just don’t illuminate enough for me, but not looking to blind everyone coming toward me. -Lenny

Side-Trip Report: Great Salt Plains SP, OK

We spent a few days at one of Oklahoma’s hidden gem state parks. Great Salt Plains, near Jet, in Alfalfa County OK. Waaaay out of the way, but definitely worth the trip. The reservoir was created by a dam on the Salt Fork of the Arkansas River, compl...

NRALIFR by Explorer
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