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Re: Which is the right move in a split second decision?
mgirardo wrote: We had an almost out of control sway issue once. Our salesman suggested we did not need a weight distribution hitch after seeing our Hybrid TT hitched to our tow vehicle. Unfortunately he was wrong, but he did provide one bit of advice that saved our brand new trailer. He said, if you feel the trailer start to sway, give it some gas until it straightens out. He said your first instinct is to hit the brakes, but that's the wrong thing to do. When our trailer started swaying enough that it was moving the tow vehicle and trailer across lanes, I stomped on the gas. Before hitting the gas, I was going about 60 mph. I accelerated to about 80 mph before the sway got under control and the trailer straightened out. Using the manual slide on the trailer brake controller would have helped, but I just wasn't experienced enough to try to control the tow vehicle and use the brake controller at the same time. -Michael I'm very scared of the advise to stomp on the gas. If the sway is induced by speed because of a poorly loaded trailer more speed isn't going to solve the problem - instead it will result in a catastrophic accident. IMHO You were very lucky that speeding up to 80 cured your problem instead of the opposite.719Views0likes0CommentsRe: New TT for Compact Cars
LVJJJ wrote: airplanes are bulbous in the front and taper to a point at the back, must be a reason why. LIttle TT is a little ugly alright. Aerodynamics works differently at airplane speeds vs. highway speeds. It would be interesting to try some-type of foldable rear aero kit like some of the big trailers are using. This little trailer is very non-aero. Pulling it backward would likely be more aero. It cracks me up that companies market these types of things as aero with apparently little understanding of aerodynamics.741Views0likes0CommentsRe: Which is the right move in a split second decision?
Often sway is induced by speed. Jamming the accelerator may result in some "pull" to help get it in line - but it may just exacerbate the problem. Further, unless you have a ton of power on tap your aren't going to have much effect anyway. Applying the trailer brakes with the lever will almost ALWAYS reduce or eliminate sway if caught soon enough. I think hitting the trailer brakes should be the instant response as soon as sway is noticed.477Views0likes0CommentsRe: In dash touchscreen
It is a little ironic that many states are passing very strict phone usage laws and at the same time manufacturers are rushing to make cars more like the phones being outlawed. It is illegal to interact with a phone - but okay to do the exact same thing on the car's touchscreen. Seems kind of weird.690Views0likes0CommentsRe: IT'S A MIRACLE! 13.5AC on EU2000i Generator!
Captain_Happy wrote: The reason they don't install them at the factory is that not everyone wants to run there 13.5 BTU A/C unit on a 2000 watt genny. Most people just buy the 3500 watt genny that'll get the job done. joshuajim wrote: That device might work for you at sea level and "moderate" temperatures, but I ran a test on my 13.5 here in the desert at 3500 MSL and 106 degrees and it took a continuous 2040 watts to keep the AC running. A 2000 watt generator ain't gonna cut it no matter how it starts it. Sheesh. I know this is tame compared to many posts - but can't we just calm down a little? Why is it that someone on every post has to poke the bear a little? Even if there are questions as to its efficacy in ALL situations - can't it be approached in a more civil/cordial way? OP - thanks for posting your experience. It mirrors that of others I've seen. I'm glad that this device is helpful to you! It will be interesting to see if it works as well at altitude or extreme heat. Post up if you get a chance to experiment in these environments!503Views0likes0CommentsRe: Video of TT flips over on Parkway Monday
RayJayco wrote: It almost looks as if they started drifting a bit to the right and over steered in an attempt to correct it... Maybe spilled hot coffee on their lap or dropped something (insert any distraction) It only takes a second... That is my armchair assessment. It clearly looks like there was an abrupt start to the swaying.174Views0likes0CommentsRe: Palomino Pop-up DC Not Working
lipafrog wrote: Voltage at the battery is 12.53 Battery has been removed for the winter season and sat on a float charger for the duration. What colors are the wires from the battery to the trailer? Do you take it out each winter? Is it possible it was connected backwards at any point?490Views0likes0CommentsRe: Palomino Pop-up DC Not Working
Is the battery charged? What is the voltage at the battery? Has the battery been removed? The melted fuse/fuseholder was likely caused by a direct short, it could have been in the trailer connection cord or elsewhere. There is often a wire in the trailer connection to the tow vehicle to allow for the tow vehicle to charge the trailer battery while in transit. If the wires were crossed when fixing it, that could be the source of your short. Also if the brakes failed and caused a short, the truck would indicate a trailer brake issue and it could have shorted your fuse.493Views0likes0CommentsRe: Deciding on a used Travel Trailer
There are several manufacturers that offer a floorplan similar to this. You might find one in your price range. Two small people could fit on the couch and two small on the table/bed. You could also remove the upper cabinet in the back and put another double bunk above the double on the bottom and sleep seven. It would be tight, but still better than a tent. You may be able to find this floorplan in a trailer that meets your weight/price requirements.226Views0likes0Comments
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