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Greasing Jack Screw - Atwood 3200

I've had my power tongue jack for a couple years and figured it was time to grease things. The directions are pretty straightforward and there are basically two parts. First, remove the small Phillips head screws from the top to expose the gears. T...

mtofell1 by Explorer
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flipping axles and shocks

Even though I just got our KZ sportsmen classic I am already thinking of new projects! I am considering ordering an axle flipping kit to raise the trailer a bit higher, and adding shocks at the same time (while I am at it...). I would also have to ...

JimNH by Explorer
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Best way to seal leaking storage bins

My son has a Starcraft Bunkhouse trailer. His flooring of his storage bins is at the main level of the floor and is more or less under the main bed. It appears that his storage bins are leaking and the wood floor has rotted behind the bins. There ...

Integrated Brake Controller

I have a 2013 GMC duramax with an Integrated Trailer Brake Controller. A couple of days ago I hooked up my 5th wheel and the controller would not put out a signal to the brakes. The readout looks normal and I can change the gain settings but when I...

b_pilot by Explorer
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What roof rack do i install?

I have a sit on top tandem kayak that weighs seventy-five pounds. So far I have been strapping it to my Jeep roof. It is causing some damage with the paint so I want to attach it to my trailer with a roof rack.What do I look for in a rack? As I as me...

komodo by Explorer
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Doing more than carrying Anti-Anticraft Guns

A whole raft of " 1 Tonne Pickup Trucks" have been released. This article on the new Nissan Navara NP300 sums up many. For the Navara it works out for the Diesel 6.2litre/100km or close to 38 miles to the U.S. gallon Based on a carryover ladder frame...

Spark Knocking

2013 F350 with the 6.2L. Around 44,000 miles.Pulling the Work & Play, I guess we're around 15,000 lbs. total. I've been noticing lately some detonation; especially on hills. I've read before that some detonation is OK and expected when towing big loa...

New guy new (used camper)

Been watching here for awhile thought I should join up.Am picking up my first hard side camper this weekend 2000 S&S 8.5.Needs a little work but looks sound. Have been using a 1983 FWC keystone since about 1990 and have about worn it out.Any ideas fo...

Wyo350 by Explorer
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Towing a travel trailer with a truck camper?

My wife and I are looking for ways to move up from our current popup camper to something more comfortable and all weather. Thing is, we are a family of 5 although the oldest is soon to leave for college so we really need to accommodate 4 for the nex...

Looking for TT under 30 feet with 60x80 queen

I'm 6'8", so I need a real queen bed, not an RV queen. I've wasted alot of time with dealers who think they are the same. I have a 2500HD truck so I can tow much bigger than I need. I have found plenty of very nice TT that are 34-36 feet, but ther...

Kickin the tents out! And moving on up!

We are looking to purchase a new, and our first TT and have narrowed down our options to: Apex 235bhs and the Tracer 240air. Before we make our purchase we are looking for as much info as possible on these 2 beauties and general info that some vetera...

ddlx by Explorer
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Windows open in the rain?????

Quick question. My camper is about 1.5 hrs north of me right now.. its left on my seasonal site in upstate NY... i closed up camper yesterday for the week and will not be back up there till this friday.. It has been pouring since yesterday.. I am now...