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Dump Valve Leaking

When back flushing the holding tanks, I forgot to open the T-handle to actually fill the black tank. A lot of water pressure built up in the little 6" section of pipe after the T-handle. Now I have a small drip coming from the dump valve even when th...

boosTT by Explorer
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What is the steepest grade you've climbed?

Our family was headed up to Bucks Lake in Northern California for a week of camping. I used to go to the 4H camp when my parents ran the camp so I was looking forward to seeing some old memories. I've only been to the lake as a kid, never driven ther...

adamis by Nomad II
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Tie downs and loading

I'm sure this topic is covered elsewhere. But I cannot find it. Could some one please explain to me exactly what I need for tie downs to carry a slide in truck camper on my old dually? Do I purchase and have them installed prior to buying the camper?...

Moving up in size need help deciding what to buy

Hello all,Wife and I are looking to move up to a larger trailer and I am suffering from information overload and need some direction.current trailer is a 13ft scamp fully loaded including front bath and big bedcurrent truck (paid for and keeping it d...

Changing my setup to clear cab - Thoughts?

My 2001 Bigfoot doesn't clear my 1999 cab roof without being raised in the bed. I need ~2.5 to 3" of lift to make it work. For a couple of years I've gone with a thick rubber mat, then 2" of foam sheeting (1" thick, two stacked together) and then ano...

adamis by Nomad II
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Seeking advice on dry weight / towing capacity

Hello! I'm new to the forums, but figured this would be a good place to get advice. My husband and I are looking to purchase our first travel trailer! We have a 2004 Toyota 4-Runner, V6, which has a towing capacity of 5,000 lbs. My question is, w...

The three of us...,

Last weekend we packed up the TC and went and visited old friends (introduced my wife and I to each other 34 years ago) in Eastern Ohio.Took Amy and the dog and the dog is 108 pounds, half chow, half lab. Was a bit concerned about him getting into a...

Upgrading Ram suspension for TC

I have a 2016 Ram 3500 SRW Cummins and use it with a 10'2" NL TC. In stock configuration it has 33" tires and rakes down in the front unloaded. When the TC is loaded, it's slightly nose up (~1" or so). It doesn't sway unless I corner and hit a bum...

bkenobi by Explorer
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Older Tow Truck

Hello Long time lurker and decided to join to ask for some help.I have a 2006 Ford F150 larite 4X4 supercab 5.4 eng with a 3.73 rear end. I currently have 89,000 miles. Payload capacity is 1485.I have had this truck since it was new and have always m...

Ram/Cummins air filters not all the same

A lot of us with 5.9's use the taller filter that's designed for the later, 6.7L. It breaths better and lasts longer because of its larger pleats (3" vs 2")I have a bit of extra power and the larger filter didn't pull down like the old 2" stock one, ...

ScottG by Nomad
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Coachman Clipper tires (17 FQ)

Anyone upgrade the tires from the 185 75 r13 to a 14 inch tire D rating. I want to increase load rating as the current tires although adequate , but I feel can be borderline under high heat and duress and want the extra safety of a more robust tire w...

JCR-1 by Explorer
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Not a toy hauler per se.

Outback makes a TT with a cargo area with the door on the side of the rig. The cargo area is big enough for a golf cart. Does anyone know of any other manufacturers who have a similar model? So far we have not found any toy haulers with a floor plan ...

krsmitty by Explorer
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