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Re: Need 50amp at the Ranch, which romex ???
The previous owner had installed a 50amp receptacle for his RV but it is a 3 prong and I am trying to figure out how to connect my new 30amp Travel Trailer to this old 3 prong 50amp outlet. Please see photo for example of what this receptacle outlet looks like. Any advice? Thanks. Click For Full-Size Image.395Views0likes0CommentsRe: Ready to Buy New TT but have roof questions
I did a little search on the web and found this from Forest River's Website Q&A section: Q-I noticed some air bubbles in my rubber roof, will they cause any problem? Not at all! During the manufacturing process, the glue used to secure the rubber to the plywood underpayment goes through a “curing” process. In some instances, the glue continues to “cure” after the rubber is in place and the gas causes an air pocket. Typically, they will never get any larger and do not pose any threat for leakage or structural problems. If your unit has an air bubble that is making you uncomfortable, have your local Forest River dealer check it for your piece of mind. Q-What should I use to coat my rubber roof? Nothing! The only maintenance to the rubber roof itself is washing it a few times a year. Most standard household detergents are appropriate (avoid petroleum based solvents, harsh abrasives or citrus based products) to clean with warm water. Keep debris cleared to help avoid stains. Note: While the rubber itself is relatively maintenance free, any sealed openings in the roof do require periodic inspections & resealing. Please review the Owner’s Manual for more information on the Care & Maintenance of your RV.299Views0likes0CommentsReady to Buy New TT but have roof questions
We are getting ready to buy this Forest River EVO 2550 but I am concerned about the bubbling on the roof. Can you please tell me what you think from the pictures I've attached. Is this normal/okay or what needs to be done or what do I need to ask from the dealer? Thank you for your advice. Click For Full-Size Image. Click For Full-Size Image. Click For Full-Size Image. Click For Full-Size Image.2.6KViews0likes10CommentsRe: Buying first TT - New or Used?
Can anyone confirm my calculations and comment on my asuumptions. We have bought a used 2008 Toyota Tundra 5.7L V8 4x2 TRD SR5 -yellow sticker on the door says: "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 1360lbs" My spouse kids and me weigh 430lbs Does that mean we have 930lbs leftover? If I have a 5,500lb TT with 1,500lbs of stuff in it giving me a total of 7,000 Tongue weight at 12% would be 840lbs, that doesn't leave much payload left. Am I doing this right. All the sudden my Tundra's 10,000lb tow capacity shrank down to 7,000lbs I haven't even included lbs of weight distribution hitch, those things are heavy. Would I have any problems going from So Cal to the Sierra's or say 8k feet elevation in the mountains?414Views0likes0CommentsRe: Buying first TT - New or Used?
Thank you everyone for your replies, much appreciate reading all the collective wisdom and advice. We have bought a used 2008 Toyota Tundra 5.7L V8 4x2 TRD SR5 and the yellow sticker on the door says: "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 1360lbs" My spouse kids and me weigh 430lbs so does that mean we have 930lbs leftover for cargo in the truck bed, tongue weight of the trailer and weight distribution hitch? If I have a 5,500lb TT with 1,500lbs of stuff in it giving me a total TT GVW of 7,000 and my tongue weight at say 12% that would be 840lbs leaving me with only 90 more pounds in TV? Basically the weight of the WD hitch and a few bags. So would that work well and would that be safe and would I have any problems going from So Cal to the Sierra's or say 8k feet elevation in the mountains?414Views0likes0CommentsRe: Buying first TT - New or Used?
The gross total weight of the types of TTs we are looking at fall into the 7.5k-8.5k range. The Dry weight on most of them are 5,500 - 6,500. The lengths seem to be 31'-35' feet. We have now found favor in the Jayco 2015 Jay Flight 29QBS, specs say dry weight is 6,500 and can load up to 3,000 which would be 9,500 but I would think we would try to not carry more than 2,000 in our load. What do you all think? Thanks again for all the feedback. - Much appreciate it. : ) :)110Views0likes0CommentsRe: Buying first TT - New or Used?
Thank you for all your many helpful responses. I am now considering a preowned newer Toyota Tundra with the iForce 5.7L v8 2WD or the Sequoia SUV counterpart. Do you think that would be able to safely pull a 7,000lb 30ft trailer? Again any thoughts, experiences and advice we greatly appreciate.110Views0likes0CommentsBuying first TT - New or Used?
Hello! We are a family of 5 with three small children (ages 7,6,2) and we are wanting to buy a travel trailer - doing alot of research - and wondering if we should buy new or used. New we are thinking of the 2015 Keystone Passport Grand Touring 2920BH (quad bunks in the back) but have read some negative reviews of Keystone. Buying used seems like its a toss-up too. We are so very new to this world and are hoping for some insight into how we should buy. We do not have a tow vehicle yet either. Needing to purchase that too. Thinking of a 2007 Suburban LT 2WD, can that tow this TT? TT max weight 7200. Our research shows seems to indicate that Chevy Suburban can tow 8200lbs.8KViews0likes41Comments
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