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Re: hitch capacity
drsteve wrote: That model comes with 800 lb spring bars. The loaded tongue weight of your new TT is going to be north of 1100 lb. I believe Northern Tool sold those, they might be a source for heavier bars. Or with your new larger TT, it might be better to upgrade to something with built-in sway control, like an Equal-i-zer, Husky Centerline, Blue Ox, or Reese Dual Cam. Can I ask where you found that info? I'd like to be able to share it with the guy I sell it to so he can be confident in the setup.339Views0likes0Commentshitch capacity
Hey All, about to pull the trigger on a new camper for the family, the old one lasting 10 very good years. My problem is that i have lost the document indicating the capacity of my current hitch setup. The hitch is a Robin Industries model 20830, but even google is no help. My current unit is about 3500 with a 6000lb gvwr and I know enough to know that the hitch I bought was well north of those numbers. However, the new unit is 7600dry with a 9900 gvwr and I'd rather not get into trouble. any ideas? thanks.1.6KViews0likes7CommentsRe: How much liquid will cover the bottom of my black tank?
Old-Biscuit wrote: path1 wrote: After dumping, I fill up the toilet and flush 3 times. Don't know the amount of water in gallons or pints but I know I've never had any problems with black water tank. Sometimes if I think about it I'll toss some laundry soap or dish soap if going to travel far before I dump again. X2...except I only do 2 toilet bowls 50 gallon black tank. all of this plus a bag of ice before I hit the road, that's enough to get the tank spic and span!418Views0likes0CommentsRe: Sewer smell
filling the black tank with water is nice, but remember to recharge with septic chemical as well. Also, if you are able to, toss in a bag of ice before you hit the road. All the sloshing around does a good job of cleaning off the sides of the tank. Finally, discourage the family from depositing 'solid' waste if possible. The residue is soooo tough to get rid of completely, and as soon as it gets wet, it can really get ripe.448Views0likes0CommentsRe: Gutter Spouts with Extensions
dixontravelstar wrote: I have found that clothes pins make a very cheap useful gutter extensions. They rarely ever blow off going down the highway. Might be a little "redneck" but it works. +1. This is a great solution that we use also. the other obvious advantage is if they do get damaged (by trees, washing, etc, etc) you just find another clothes pin.316Views0likes0CommentsRe: Seasonal Camping roof protection
thanks for the advice all. This is a provincial park, so the regulations on what one can string up are pretty liberal. Having said that, the last thing I want to do is put up a 20 foot rain catcher. I think the way I'm leaning is to buy a roll of fairly heavy poly and cut to the size of my roof (making allowances for the stack and a/c) then weighing that down with a few 2x4's. same with the awning, but I'll use clips to affix the cover. ends will likely be going up every time, at least until we are going down every weekend.299Views0likes0CommentsSeasonal 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 ton of cleaning come fall, I'd like to put something over the entire roof of the camper. Any suggestions that wouldn't interfere with the rooftop a/c and that can withstand the storm or two we get every season? thanks. sb2.1KViews0likes9Comments
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