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K2500 and 12,500 lb Keystone Raptor 3712

Hello everyone. I am trying to prepare my truck to pull a trailer slightly over the tow capacity. I know it's not ideal but I don't have a choice at the moment. So please if you are going to tell me why I shouldn't do this move along. This is only te...

jklennon by Explorer
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thermostat, 2004 Lance 1121

Has anyone else had to replace the thermostat on their Lance? I replaced the original about 4 yrs ago because it got to be very touchy as far as turning the AC on and off. It got to the point where the OFF range was so small that it was almost certai...

kopack by Explorer
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Back with a few more questions

Hi folks, I popped on here a while ago and then phased out......research is a slow process! I am the guy transitioning out of a boat and into an TTRV.My GF and I created must have list each and then ignored all else but units with the attributes we ...

Bawugna by Explorer
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Traffic on I 55 south

Hello- We are leaving tomorrow morning to Hammond LA / New Orleans. Has any one taken the I-55 from Chicago to New Orleans lately and if so how is the traffic? Lots of construction?:h

kennyd63 by Explorer
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New exterior LED night lights

I'm one of those people who avoids the use of exterior lighting whenever possible. Yes, I do know, those big outside lights can be helpful when driving onto leveling blocks or negotiating into a tight spot at night… but in general I find them to be w...

First TC trip

OK, it's in the books. Took our first excursion in our new to us 2001 Lance lite 835. It was just three nights, two at a campground with full hook-ups and one dry camping at South Carlsbad State Beach. Our quasi-shakedown cruise.Had a lot of fun a...

Weighed the F150 FX4 CC Ecoboost

Well, up here in Alaska we don't exactly have Cat scales readily available for public use that I have found. I went to the dump and they actually have recently installed a digital gauge that driver's can see. Prior it was just the people running th...

Kalabin by Explorer
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Under-bed drawers )pix)

I made a set of 3 drawers to fit in the under-bed storage compartment. I constructed a false bottom in the under-bed compartment and then installed 3 drawers under the false bottom. The drawers are approx 12"w x 22"d x 10"h. Here are some pictures...

Help with camper choice

DW and I are slowly narrowing our camper likes and dislikes in choosing our next camper.We have seen my DS Bigfoot 24C10.4 and my father's Bigfoot 30C10.11. While looking at a Lance 1055 online today, it finally dawned on us it isn't the dry-bath of...

kohldad by Explorer III
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Tires- What we all already knew!

https://autos.yahoo.com/news/consumer-reports-finds-chinese-tire-brands-no-bargain-130000473.htmlIt goes without saying that the Chinese trailer tires are not any better!

fly-boy by Explorer
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How to keep water out of my outdoor kitchen

I have a TT with an outdoor kitchen ......which is awesome!..... However, I need to find a way to keep the rain water out.The outdoor kitchen has a huge door that swings up to open using a strut bar on both sides and a continuous hinge that connect i...

MikeJH79 by Explorer
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Need help with the numbers on the weights and such

Hey all, long time listener, first time caller. We are looking at buying a TT and I admit I feel overwhelmed with all the numbers floating around in my head. I am a family of 5 and want enough room for everyone to have their space but I'm concerned a...

DIY dinette bunk?

A search didn't turn up much so I'll post a new thread. I have a 08 AF 811. Love it. Has suited our family perfectly. But...I'm going to need to install a bunk over the dinette this year to accommodate one of my 3 kids. I know AF has the factory unit...

Manufacturer Says this is OK

I drew the 'wavy' red line where the manufacturer says the COG is located. They also say this TC is designed for LWB or SWB 3/4 Ton and higher trucks.Would you do this? Yes, it does have a full wall slide-out and one of those nice fancy step/storag...

JumboJet by Explorer
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Exposed Generator

I would like to permanently mount a generator on the tongue of my rv, but I need some way to cover/protect it from the weather and give some security for theft prevention or tampering. Anyone done this or seen it done?