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Leveling a Travel Trailer
I'm a fairly new TT owner and I have only camped at really level sites. So here is my question for those sites that are not all that level: 1. I have a double-axle trailer. Do I need to level both tires on one side? Or is just one okay? *I was trying to do both but it's not easy getting 3-4 leveling blocks under the rear tire due to it's close proximity to the front tire when backing it up. If I only need 1 or 2 blocks, it's a different story. 2. Let's say I need 4 blocks and I only block up the front tire (see above question), then how to I chock that side of the camper? Is it necessary if the other side is chocked and I have my X-chocks between both tires on both sides in place?4.1KViews0likes14CommentsRe: Battery and Quick Disconnect Question
Also, my service guy tells me that even when the battery is disconnected, my battery is still being drained by my LP detector. Does this sound right? If so, maybe I need a battery charger to re-charge my battery after it sits for a bit?552Views0likes0CommentsBattery and Quick Disconnect Question
Disclaimer: I'm new to camping...bought my first travel trailer 2 months ago. Question: If I remove the battery quick connect/disconnect, does this remove all draw from the battery? I am under the impression that it does. I pull the disconnect when I store my camper with the intent that it will be (rather) fully charged for me to pre-cool my propane refrigerator for the day or two prior to my next departure. A few weeks ago...Not knowing how long it takes for my refrigerator to cool down, I engaged the battery connect/disconnect and lit my refrigerator 3 days in advanced. I checked on it each day and it was cooling quite nicely. The morning of departure, I opened my refrigerator door to find a warm unit. I only assume the battery was drained by then and thus the refrigerator could not operate. Does this sound correct? If so, any advice? Turn on refrigerator the night before rather than a couple days? Could it have been something else (a storm the night before...could this have blown out the flame and for some reason it did not electronically re-ignite?)?2.4KViews0likes12CommentsRe: Gas water heater problems on new TT
Yes, the stove lights fine. And yes, it's a suburban water heater. I have a camping trip planned for labor day weekend so I'll bring her in afterwards for the dealership to look at it. May certainly be the circuit board. I have back-up electric water heater, thank goodness!454Views0likes0CommentsGas water heater problems on new TT
I just picked up my 2018 Cougar TT last week. So far, it's a great trailer. The water heater is dual gas and electric. Using electric, the water heats up fine. The gas, however, fails to ignite. Gas is getting to the tube because I can smell it. The direct spark ignition sounds like it's clicking, but it doesn't light. I've gone through innumerable lighting cycles (the DSI taps out after 3 unsuccessful lighting attempts). I've also cleaned out the tube as best as I can. Any other troubleshooting I can do before bringing it back to the dealership? I'm more of a do-it-yourself person if possible.1.7KViews0likes9Comments
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Prefer to camp in a travel trailer? You're not alone.Feb 06, 202544,025 Posts
