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Travel Blog

Not sure where to post this, but wanted to let anyone who might be interested, know that I'm doing a periodic travel blog. You can find it at www.thetravelingkoala.blogspot.com. The title of my blog is, "Have Koala, Will Travel ... with apologies t...

Atlee by Explorer II
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And yet another weight question

Just ordered a Jayco Eagle 338RETS with dry tongue weight of 1140lbs. I have a Hensley Arrow hitch with 1400lb bars which maxes out at 1400lb tongue weight. I'm assuming that the addition of 60lbs of propane is directly added to tongue weight, making...

Obewan by Explorer
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RAM 1500 Ecodiesel Maintenance

So this has been a hot topic and I figure that those that are curious (supporters and opposers alike) would like to see this since it's such a sticking point! However, with news that the vehicle actually started shipping today, I figured that an owne...

jus2shy by Explorer
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new to rv life

Hello forum!, after a lot of research and looking my fiance and I purchased a travel trailer...My job forces me to spend a lot of time on the road, considerable time at each location. We are committed to become full time rv'rs for a year at least an...

jadams04 by Explorer
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GM facing 35M fine!

Do to GM's slow response they are looking at not only fines from the Feds but big lawsuits from the families of the 13 people killed in the crashes. Seems like they are trying to blame to owners in this. GM previously said the weight on the key ring,...

truck

I am looking to sell my motorhome and get a truck and ty.I would like to get a 27ft foot tt.What should the towing compasity be for the type of truck I should get?I am thinking maybe two ton.

joe0508 by Explorer
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Tanneau Covers and Tool Box/Fuel Tanks

I have a Perragon bed cover on my current truck which because of the way it operates would not allow me to have an auxiliary fuel tank/tool box combo. I'm thinking I will put an extra tank on the new hauler but want a bed cover that will allow me to...

JTrac by Explorer
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Dealer won't budge: What extras should I ask for?

Hello,We are considering purchasing a new (to us) Yukon XL to tow our Rockwood Roo 23SS. We're pretty close to making the deal, pending a clean inspection by our mechanic, but we're about $500 different in the price. What kind of extras could I ask f...

2014 Avenger 33RSD review

Just came from the local RV show and put a down payment on one of these. Anyone know about these? They are made by Forest River. Cant find any reviews for them. Have till monday to back out.Any help, appreciated.

Seeing alot of new 2014 GM trucks on road !

Not just saying this because I love the trucks, but in past 3 months I am seeing these new body chevy and gmc trucks all over. Thinks sales will continue to climb as people warm up to change and prices stay very competitive. Soon HDs will be all over...

Air Conditioner just died (I think)

I'm hoping someone can help. We just got back from a week trip to our local mountains and my 3000w generator would not run our 13.5 coleman air-conditioner. The air worked plugged in to a 30amp circuit at my house before we left. When we got home,...

andymaan by Explorer
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Bought a new camper

We ordered our new camper today. They don't have the floor plan online yet or I would post it. We bought the Jayco Jayflight 29QBS 2015 model with the extra insulation and premier package. Now the wait begins. They told us probably 8 weeks. We d...

Seasonal Camping roof protection

HI All, our family is getting a spot for the season this year and the camper will be parked under some pretty heavy spruce trees from May til Sept. I typically cover the tent ends with a homemade pop-up-gizmo type of tarp setup, but to save myself a...