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How does everyone transport their kayak
I have a 2003 F-250 crew cab with a 6.5' bed towing a 28' Jayco TT. For those of you that carry kayaks along what methods have you tried and what have you found that works best? I have a hard bed cover on the truck and would rather not loose that because of the secure storage it provides. Ideally I would love to make something that stands them up vertically against the rear of the TT but then I have to worry about overhead clearance so I'm not set on that idea.3.5KViews0likes18Commentssouthwire surge guard or Progressive industries
I think I have finally convinced myself to spend the $$ on an EMS. I have been reading reviews and different posts here and from what I have read the overwhelming majority recommend the Progressive EMS-PT30X over the Surge Guard 34931. My question is why? They are relatively the same price. The progressive model is considerably smaller that the Surge Guard in physical size but that's about it. The real thing that has me confused is that the Surge Guard is rated for 2,450 joules where the Progressive is only 1,790. Seems to me the Surge Guard would be the abvious choice. I'm no electrician so what am I missing here?5KViews0likes11CommentsRe: rear camera install
phemens wrote: an easy path to the undercarriage is to route the wire across the roof to the fridge vent then fish down and drill a hole up from underneath. Caulk it and you're done... That's not a bad idea. My fridge is on the back wall. Thanks for the suggestion. After everyone's comments I may just try wireless. I was reading another thread on the topic and it was the opposite. Everyone was talking about how bad the wireless units were. Guess I just need to try one or the other and see for myself.567Views0likes0Commentsrear camera install
Asking for advise here. I have a Jayco TT with Fiberglass sides. I want to add a rear view camera to the back of it. I would prefer to go hardwired over wireless for the reliability. I have no problem running the wires the length on the unit underneath. My concern is how would I get them from the camera down underneath the unit? I'm not going to tear out an interior wall just to fish this cable down. I can get surface applied wire raceway that is made for exterior that wouldn't look too bad back there but I would prefer the wire be hidden completely. Anyone know an easy way to run this wire from the camera to the bottom of the unit?3.3KViews0likes18CommentsRe: new to the TT world
To the OP...as you can see here there are about as many opinions here as there are different rigs. My suggestion is try both and do whichever is best for you and your camping style. There is no right or wrong way. Once you camp a few times you will develop your own system and it will become routine to you personally. Don't sweat the small stuff just get out there and enjoy it! Personally I have never put a drop of water in the freshwater tank.373Views0likes0CommentsRe: question about camping with a pittbull
Ed_Gee wrote: Based on data regarding dog attacks in the U.S. and Canada between 1982 and 2014, the dogs most likely to bite humans are: Pit bulls. Rottweilers. Pit bull mixes. German shepherds. Bullmastiffs. Wolf hybrids. Huskies. Akitas. If you have ever owned a Pitt or spend time around one you would know this is not the norm for this breed and its nature. Many act violent because they are treated mean. I could make a beagle mean if I wanted too. I can attest to the same for Rotts. The meanest dogs I have ever been around are the ones that weigh 10lbs or less. LOL382Views0likes0CommentsRe: question about camping with a pittbull
Thanks for the great feedback and information. Just got off the phone with our Vet. Our dog is actually due in March for his rabies vaccination. Vet says she deals with this all the time. She changed his records from Pitt mix to "Brown mixed breed" Problem solved.229Views0likes0Commentsquestion about camping with a pittbull
The wife and I just bought a camper and want to get back into camping. This time around we have two dogs. Both are rescue "mutts" and one is part Pitt. First campground I called to make a reservation won't allow him because he is a "dangerous" breed. If any of you own bulls you know the BS and aggravation that goes along with this. My question for you guys is this...what is your experiences with different campgrounds? Now I know I can say he isn't a Pitt but do campgrounds generally ask for vaccination records? These state he is a Pitt-mix so I can't hide it then. How do those of you with larger dogs deal with this issue? Thanks6.1KViews0likes82CommentsRe: Rear view camera for trailer
Just finished reading all the posts here as I am considering a camera for the rear on my TT. I want something on constantly for traffic viewing as well. Obviously a wired system is more reliable and probably less expensive but I have one question...how would one go about running a wire the length of a travel trailer? I'm sure under the unit is the easiest place but how difficult would it be to get it down through the rear wall, or would you just use small wire clips and surface mount the wire down the back on the unit then seal them real well. Sorry if this is hijacking the thread.482Views0likes0Comments
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