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2004 trail cruiser travel lite

In our trailer it has a pop out on the front and back with a place to put mattresses. On the front there is a window and blinds that are sitting about 2” above the panel so you can’t sleep on it. Is there suppose to be a panel that sits over the wind...

Jacking For Tire Change

Seems there is a lot of controversy over where to place a jack on a 2-axle travel trailer to change a single tire or service wheel bearings. Experts say under the U-bolt plate is not OK because of the danger of bending the axle. Question is how can t...

Bluedog by Explorer
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Why shouldn't I go this route? (AC Roof Delete)

In my previous post I discussed a basic plan of upgrades I have been contemplating for my camper. One of those included removing the roof top AC unit altogether and going with a Truma Air Combo Heater / AC unit like this.Edit: Just found this as the ...

adamis by Nomad II
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New Awning cover ?

For those of you who have replaced their awning covers ,could you recommend a manufacture, and what should I look for . Thank you

1Longbow by Explorer
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Atwood jack remote malfunction

I have a 2003 lance 845 with power jacks. Today the remote started acting up. I purchased the camper used, but I assume this remote is the original. When I use the remote to raise or lower any one jack it is fine. If I use the all down button, all...

richd44 by Explorer II
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Best leveler for travel trailer?

Hi guys been looking online at leveling blocks for travel trailers and it seems like they're all made out of plastic and a lot of people complain about them shattering under the weight of the tires. My trailer weighs around 5,000 pounds and wondering...

Heki 2 Skylight outer hinges

If I could be Thor and throw this POC as far as Thor can throw his hammer I WOULD!!!!!This has been the weakest link in my entire TC. I’ve replace several inter latch hinges, 4 sets of struts an entire internal frame that included both the blackout ...

egarant by Explorer III
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19.5 Hankook DH35 vs XDS2

My eyes have glazed over reading tire reviews. I currently have 225/70/19.5 XDS2's on my '05 Dodge 3500 SRW. Most of the driving I do is without the Lance on it, but since retiring, I have it on a lot more. It is time for new tires. I was happy w...

Unbraked trailer, towing limitations

Hey folks, I’m looking for a new tow vehicle for a rig coming in at 2700 lbs, loaded, per the scale. I decided to trade down to a more modest unibody suv like the highlander, telluride or similar with tow ratings of 5000 lbs.vs my customary Tahoe or...

tealboy by Explorer
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New to the TT world

The 2023 NoBo 19.5 vs the Flagstaff e-pro 19FDSWhich is the better travel trailer? I'm new to this endeavor and have plans to make a purchase within 6 months. All perspectives welcome.Cj

Might sell the F450 and go F550 with liquid springs

Love the F450 with the Arctic Fox 1140 for traveling. Just find the ride a bit rough on some of Americas moon scape of a road system. Been looking at suspension upgrades but as we are at the limit of payload, it makes sense to go with a higher payloa...

1981 Chevy Truck vs Ford Truck

My parents had a 1981 truck so a interesting marketing video looking back.Our 1981 truck never made 22 mpg hwy with a tail wind. I want to say it was ~16 mpg.The Urethane clear pads mounted on the lower panel in front of the rear wheels cracked and ...