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Hot water-hot rod issue.

heater,elec. fireWe ran into a “fluke” with our new, 2017 Coleman lite after three use’s . The 110v wires to the Hotwater heater hot rod shorted out against it self and burned a hole in the cover. Luckily we were in the unit, turned on the hot rod, a...

Starting the new truck hunt

We currently pull a Flagstaff 26RLWS, 30' and 7500lbs or so, with a 2002 Chevy 1500HD. Ole Red is getting a little long in the tooth and it's time to consider a new tow vehicle. Looking at Ford, Chevy and Ram 250/2500 trucks. When/if we upgrade the R...

dugwms by Explorer
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Towing with a 99 GMC Suburban 7.4L

A buddy is selling his 99 Suburban 4x4 with the 7.4L (454) for a great price. Not sure of the model but it’s loadd with leather. It’s in very good condition except a little paint peeling on the roof. The original owner is a fellow FF and took good ca...

FireGuard by Explorer II
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Jayco Eagle Wheel Well Flashing Off-Center

I just bought a used 2013 Jayco Eagle 284BHS. I noticed that the curb-side wheel well flashing is off-center (see pics) and rubs against the front tire if we hit a bump. It looks like it came from the factory that way. I was just going to move it ...

sschmok by Explorer
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black seal creep in Bigfoot camper

I'm looking to buy a used camper. Found a bigfoot looks good except the owner listed this: "The only negative is the camper glass has the black seal creep inside the double pane windows. The windows themselves are sealed and have no leaks. Bigfoot ha...

Replace the WFCO with an IOTA w/smart charger

I am contemplating replacing the WFCO Converter/Charger model WF-9855 in our 2011 Lance model 1985.In storage in my shop is an IOTA DLS45 with smart charger that I purchased new and only used it for maybe 1 year, this would be installed in place of t...

4aSong by Explorer
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Goal Zero Yeti Generators?

Does anyone have any experience with these generators? They are actually power banks but they seem to be a pretty neat power solution. Clean, quiet power. They are a little pricy but still seem reasonable. You can buy their solar panels and dais...

jerem0621 by Explorer II
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alpenlite bumper pull trailer

I am looking for a alpenlite bumper pull trailer and it seems to be very hard to find. I understand that there was not many years thatthey were made.Most seem to be out west. I live in fort worth tx.

bconste by Explorer
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Some TT repair questions

1. I have suburban cooktop, but now one of it is not able light on. What is the possible reason?2. How to remove LED light cover? The exterior light is off.Looks similar to this one.https://www.etrailer.com/RV-Lighting/Optronics/RVPL7CB.html?feed=npn...

opinions?

Hey all. Thinking about coming back from the dark side. A popup give so much more bang for the buck with space. (wife and I with 2 young kids and likely a 3rd soon) We don't use our washroom in the camper often and are thinking about taking a look at...

Jebby14 by Explorer
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best in-bed combo toolbox/aux fuel tank?

I'm pulling a 5'er with an 8' bed crewcab. I've been thinking a diamond plate aux tank/toolbox might be handy to have and not compromise towing and backing the coach.Lots of US made brands available but without metal specs posted it's hard to tell wh...

obie311 by Explorer II
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Information from The Ram Guys about buying a 3500

There is a wealth of knowledge among the experienced Ram owners on this site. I am looking at replacing my DuraMax soon. I have a new Cyclone 4005 (20000 GVW) to tow around the country and to Alaska in 2019.I have a need for advice on the Ram 3500 Du...

ricatic by Explorer
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2017 Wildwood 31 KQBTS

Our new camper, 2017 Wildwood 31 KQBTS going out for it's maiden voyage this week. We absolutely love the room this camper offers.

csijeep by Explorer
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Bad converter?

My dealer keeps telling me that I'm expecting too much from my truck and shore power for charging. They've told me both supply up to 2A as does a generator. They want to sell me a solar panel so I can get up to 6A charging.I don't expect full charge...

bkenobi by Explorer
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