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Michelin changed the compound on the new and improved MS2. I recently had some installed on my truck. They rode really nice when not towing. Hooked up to my TT and the truck felt like it was on ice. They replaced the POS Firestones on my Ram 3500. While those tires didn't last very long they were much better at controlling the truck when towing. Went back to Discount tire and told them what happened. I put 2000 miles on them. They gave me a 100% refund and I got some Cooper AT3's. Much better than the MS2. Stiffer ride but my truck goes 50/50 towing and DD so I'll live with it.1.5KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Ford 7.3 engine users?
Samsonsworld wrote: Of all the reasons I select a tow engine, exhaust brakes aren't even on the list. It's 50% of why I did. Come down a 10% curvy grade for 5-8 miles towing heavy with a gasser and you might wish for one. Depends on where you tow I suppose. But they do help on the flat. My Ram 3500 CTD EB is pretty strong and even on the flats when hitting the brakes the EB kicks in and I get even more braking. Getting the Rv moving is not a problem with most all tow rigs, stopping or maintaining speed downhill for long stretches is where the EB shines. If you've never had one then you'll never get it.1KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Shocks
valhalla360 wrote: goducks10 wrote: My Outdoors RV TT came with shocks and a CRE3000. Rides like a Caddy over bumps. The only bumps I feel when towing are from the trucks rear tires hitting rough patches. Those aftermarket kits are expensive but worth it if you're having ride issues with the trailer. I put shocks on my last 5er as a DIY. Bought the shocks and welded brackets. If you have a standard non cushioned equalizer then I'd install a cushioned one 1st. That may help enough. Never had shocks on a trailer and don't feel bumps on the trailer. The only exception was a utility trailer riding empty but once you put some stuff on it, it settled right down. Had a 2010 Heartland POS TT with the Wide Traxx wheel spacing and no cushioned equalizer. Felt every but when the TT went over it. Added shocks and that took a good bit of it out. At the time it was all but impossible to find a cushioned equalizer for the wide axle spacing.1.4KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Shocks
My Outdoors RV TT came with shocks and a CRE3000. Rides like a Caddy over bumps. The only bumps I feel when towing are from the trucks rear tires hitting rough patches. Those aftermarket kits are expensive but worth it if you're having ride issues with the trailer. I put shocks on my last 5er as a DIY. Bought the shocks and welded brackets. If you have a standard non cushioned equalizer then I'd install a cushioned one 1st. That may help enough.1.4KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Changing the vinyl insert along the roof any tips ?
Not sure what yours looks like but mine are basically a screwed on trim piece that has a snap in vinyl insert. If so then you just need to squeeze the insert to fit inside the groves on the trim piece. Sometimes you can just push in the top or bottom followed by the other side. Pretty simple.559Views0likes0CommentsRe: Bandon to Medford
Actually took that route for the same reasons heading to Harris Beach St Park a couple weeks ago towing a 31' TT with a LB 3500 truck. For the most part it's fine, it's the section nearest Bandon that sucks. Nothing white knuckle by any means, just slow tighter corners and typical coastal undulating road surface.560Views0likes0CommentsRe: How do you decide how much to spend on an RV
Lantley wrote: wowens79 wrote: Durb wrote: I think you answered your own question when you stated the thought of spending $80k puts a knot in your stomach. That knot may not go away once the warm glow of newness wears off. Nice trailer though. Personal rule for me - pay cash for toys. We have not financed anything other than the house for almost 20 years. If we bought it, it would use about 1/3rd of our cash, and would be replaced in less than 2 years. But it’s a chunk of money. Which begs the question, Why have the cash if you are not willing to spend it on something you want? Is it all to be saved/cherished for some rainy day in the future?. Does your crystal ball tell you your future is guaranteed? x2. Life too short.840Views0likes0CommentsRe: dish satellite
Dutch_12078 wrote: skipper13 wrote: has dish removed sat. from it line up. my reciever will pick up 110, 119, but not 129. on the point dish screen it shows 121 and then 148. 129 was removed from Dish service due to the lease expiring as the satellite is reaching end of service life. All channels on 129 were moved to 110 or 119. That would've been nice to know before I cussed out my Dish equipment yesterday trying to setup. I had all 3 sats in clear view and kept getting the "Not all sats found" message.848Views0likes0Comments
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