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Tool box / bed cover combo?
I guess I want my cake and eat it too. Recently acquired a 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 with the 6.6 Duramax, 6 1/2' bed length. Logically, (my wife said), it was time to sell the 25' bumper pull and upgrade to a 5th wheel. So, we purchased a 2015 Columbus, 36'. We've already gone on our first camping trip, love the truck / trailer setup. However, I had to ditch the large Weatherguard toolbox that was in the bed of the truck (RV shop that installed the 5th wheel hitch said it would not clear the 5th wheel during sharp turns). Question is I'm looking at some low profile toolboxes but also would like the option of a roll out or folding bed cover. Anyone have such a setup? Thanks in advance.2.9KViews0likes14CommentsRe: How often should I wash my trailer & roof?
If you decide to get on the trailer's roof, be VERY careful once you soap it up. It becomes as slick as ice once you do that. Personal experience! I didn't go sliding over the side but I came close! I ended up washing it from the ladder with a long brush. We just purchased a new Forest River Rockwood Mini-Lite. The paperwork from the manufacturer recommends "wash the exterior monthly with warm water and a mild detergent".479Views0likes0CommentsRe: Looking to get into Rv'ing but have questions.
DutchmenSport wrote: Another thing. Almost everyone on these forums will pretty much agree, it takes 3 RV purchases to finally get the one that you really wanted. So, usually, first time RVers trade camper within 2-3 years after their first purchase. Still.... I'm one of those folks that still buy new. I DO understand the depreciation concept, and it's the price I AM willing to pay. I simply do not want to purchase used. The whole thought of used is just creepy to me! This. I got on this forum this morning to review the topic of new vs used as we are about to get back into it after a 2 year break to deal with family issues, job issues, etc. (and we miss it terribly). - 1st used trailer - 1995 Terry, first year they put on rubber roofs. Single slide. It all leaked terribly. Slide was totally rotted out and I had to rebuild the entire thing. - 2nd used trailer - 2003 Trailbay. Fiberglass side walls developed heavy delamination - 3rd used - 2008 Fleetwood Regal 5th wheel (parked at a camp on the lake so it didn't go anywhere). Was a real maintenance challenge - something major was breaking or failing once a month. Which brings me back to the above poster. Even with the massive depreciation hit, it is something I'm willing to take the hit since it is something we will keep for several years.712Views0likes0CommentsRe: What is this part and what does it do?
I just disassembled the device. Cleaned it a bit (not really cleanable). Had some gunk in the chamber where the backflow device slides up and down. Lubed it with some silicone spray. Reassembled in the upright position. Ran the black tank flush and all seems well for now. I'll report back with any updates. Thanks for the prompt, positive input.505Views0likes0CommentsRe: What is this part and what does it do?
Well, I'll give that a shot before replacing it. Seems odd the manufacturer would have installed it that way and its been in this position for 6 years with no leaks noticed. Another person who replied added that his is in the same place.505Views0likes0CommentsRe: What is this part and what does it do?
Was able to take a close up photo, found that the vacuum breaker is made by Swan Industries. They want $61.95 plus shipping for this little guy. I think I'll spend a little time researching a less expensive and more reliable brand this weekend.408Views0likes0CommentsRe: What is this part and what does it do?
Thanks for the quick responses. You guys nailed it, it is definitely in the black tank flush line. I went outside and turned on the flush and the line started humming with water. The leak isn't coming from the threaded fittings but rather from the bell shaped housing or shroud pictured in the lower part of the photo. I'll tear into it this weekend and see if there is any debris or something cleanable. If not, any recommendations of an online site to order a replacement from?408Views0likes0CommentsWhat is this part and what does it do?
Noticed some damp folded towels in the small cabinet under the sink in the bedroom and assumed I had a leak from the p-trap or something sink related. Turns out this (pictured) device has an occasional drip. I assume it's a vacuum breaker or something similar. Is it repairable? If not, where do you purchase one? What purpose does it serve? Just something I haven't seen listed on some of the RV parts sites. Thanks in advance.6.6KViews0likes28CommentsRe: fulltiming
rockyford708 wrote: me and my wife have a nice home. but our kids are all gone. we are thinking of selling our house and buying class a . to live in. my question is I still have 11 years to retire from my job, we fiqure we could save a lot of money before I retire. if we live in motorhome. but some koa,rv parks . cost 400 a month. full hook ups. we need advice is it really worth it. oh we do take vacations every year. I like your way of thinking. My wife and I have done something similar. All the kids are off and married and the last one is away at college. We've owned travel trailers the past 10 years and purchased a good used 5 year old 39' 5th wheel about a year ago. We got a great deal and let the original owner take the depreciation hit. It is parked at a beautiful RV park at a local reservoir that has a long term area and is very affordable (utilities and lot rent about the same as you mentioned). Over the last year, we've spent weekends there, enjoying the 40'x16' metal patio cover and have got to know many of the older full timers. Time was on our side so it gave me the chance to really make a comprehensive list of the pros and cons of full timing. We took the plunge recently and leased our home to a young family we know (my house is 10 minutes away) with a written agreement that one bedroom is set aside exclusively for our use (bad weather, child comes home from college, etc). I do the majority of the maintenance and repairs myself. Plenty of contractor friends if one is needed. The plan is to stay disciplined and "sock" back the monthly savings into my retirement plans and retire a bit early. So far everything is on track. If nothing else, moving out of the house and discarding dumpsters full of clutter was great!370Views0likes0CommentsRe: Liquid EPDM roof covering
I ordered this product factory direct on an old 1995 Terry bumper pull, 26': ProGuardCoatings Personally, I was very pleased with the results. First several months, beautiful bright white color. It did darken just a bit over the years but I kept that trailer about 3 years after the application and it was still doing it's intended job. Very impressive product. I used about 4 gallons for the 26' trailer. Not sure if they have changed or not but the catalyst was in a separate container. When you mix the product and catalyst, you have about a 2 hour working time (if memory serves me correct). Ordered it and UPS or some other freight co. delivered it right to my front door a few days later. Just my .02, I wouldn't hesitate to use it again.179Views0likes0Comments
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