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PIEERE · PIEERE

Have a Safe and Pleasant Memorial Day Weekend!

Ronjohn99 · Ronjohn99

I know this has probably been beaten to death in this forum but I do have a question about extended warranties. We have decided to get one, have already started one with Wholesale Warranties, but now we have heard some horror stories about how companies will deny claims if you don't have written proof...

PackerNavVet · PackerNavVet

I'm looking to replace my 8 existing batteries in my all electric bus. I want to upgrade to a maintenance free series. Looking for sound suggestions of a "fair" priced battery that has had good lasting power. I need to do a quick buy since my existing batteries are really in bad shape (just bought the...

LoriMeyer · LoriMeyer

Hi Guys: We've been full-timing for 6 years and love it. We have a manual awning and opened it yesterday but as luck would have it a rain storm with winds came through. Before I had the chance to close it the wind lifted it up and back down. Now, neither arm will slide closed. I tried using a rubber mallet t...

I5 Storage · I5 Storage

We are considering offering electrical power to customers that rent an enclosed RV storage space from us. Assuming they plug in their RV to keep batteries charged and to perhaps run their refrigerator, can someone provide an approximate number of kilowatts that RV will use in a month. Depending on t...

Psquared · Psquared

We purchased a used 2014 Keystone Outback travel trailer less than a year ago. Previous owners were meticulous with care and maintenance and the trailer was inspected prior to purchase. We drove the trailer from Virginia to North Georgia (home), in December we took it to Florida and then again in M...

RonC · RonC

Does anyone know who paints DRV's? I know they farm it out, just don't know where. Most OEM's that offer full body paint as an option are asking $13,000 or so. This is their marked up price, so not sure how much I could get it for, but guessing in the $10K range. Other than H&L, has anybody else been...

rocketman · rocketman

For all of you who don't like to run RV antifreeze thru their pipes...i have an answer....CHEAP VODKA!!!....Works great....been doin it for years...costs are a bit more but its safer...give iy a whirl...

RonC · RonC

When I had morRyde install my 8K IS suspension, I also replaced the wheels and tires (going with Goodyear G114 H rated tires and the required hi spec 17.5" aluminum wheels). My OEM axles were 7K ... I chose not to replace the spare as it was a new Goodyear G614 on a 16" wheel ... this is because the IS allows...

Old_Man · Old_Man

Hi everyone. I have another question. Yes, another one. I never said I wasn't a moron. Have any of you done a fair amount of interior mods in your rigs? I'll be setting up the coach for three cats and the two human slaves. I have done a lot of looking at classified ad pictures and every time I see one of those b...

farley337 · farley337

put in a residential frig in 2013 palomino Columbus ,want to add inverter to run it while traveling and maybe overnight stop if we have no power ive studied diagrams tv is on same circuit which is great . do I run inverter power thru whole breaker box or can I pick just one breaker circuit?

jayc · 539

I purchased a 2017 Sanibel 3601 fifth wheel trailer ( made by Primetime/forest river)that has water damage so I need to replace the flooring, the flooring in the slide‘s is ok so I’m trying to find out who makes there flooring. The dealer said he can get the carpet but not the Vinyl I’m hoping to find the m...

Ronjohn99 · Ronjohn99

We will be picking up our first fifth wheel in March and I was wondering how many of you use a tripod under your fifth wheel kingpin. I have seen some that use them and some that don't. I am curious to hear what some of your opinions are on their value. Our fifth wheel is a 2016 Bighorn 3570RS with 6 point lev...

Samigirl · Samigirl

We bought a used RV and the metal sidewall is pulling away at the front of the trailer causing a gap inside. Not sure how to seal it back up. Can anyone help?

The Bear II · The Bear II

This weekend I installed something that I feel every RVer should have in their RV. A toilet....not just any toilet but a toilet equipped with a bidet. I have researched for months and finally found the right combination. Due to the design of RV toilets most add on bidet attachments won't work. No on...

rvtrippin · rvtrippin

Hi All! We just purchased a 2012 Fleetwood Discovery 40G and it has 2 inverters, one for the residential refer and another for everything else. The question is, when plugged into shore power should I turn off the inverters or does it really matter? Thank you for any advice. Ray

Old_Man · Old_Man

Have any of you ever had to replace your fresh water pump? I ask because we'll be mostly boondocking in our rig. New Mexico (VLA!!!) Arizona and extreme Socal in the winter (Bagdad, Amboy other places along 66), comfortable places in the summer, with lots of sun, a place on the water and world-class tro...

Camper Chronicles · Camper Chronicles

Hello all, I'm having a problem I'm hoping I can get some help with. We have an under-mounted kitchen sink which is held up with clips that are screwed into a few pieces of plywood that are in turn glued to the bottom of the countertop. The issue is that the glue is failing, and the plywood is slowly separat...

Cookie Dough · Cookie Dough

Other than moving the fridge, how to ? I'm talking about the cheap plastic hose that drains the water from defrosting. I've considered a modification, remove the funnel like piece, attach a quality hose to the drain pan and sticking it thru the hole where the funnel was.

Terry and Jo · Terry and Jo

I learned something new today over on another forum. A participant there asked the question about something between the switches for electric and gas with regards to the hot water heater. He had seen the letters "DSI" with a red indicator light between that and the letters "FLT.&...

RonS · RonS

I'm planning on phasing in solar to my new Venture Sport Trek TT. 1st phase: Change battery from 12 volt to (2) 6 volt T-105 golf cart batteries. Welding on support on front for holding them in position. The wiring to the battery is 8AWG. Not sure if that's satisfactory for now. I know I will have to jump...

Team Murc · Team Murc

We have a 2014 New Horizon 5th wheel and need to remove our rear frameless window to get the new couch in. How difficult will this be and any suggestions on the process? Should I just hire someone from a local repair shop? Thanks for your help. Mike

Kiers10 · Kiers10

I purchased a 2012 24 foot Freedom Elite Motorhome in August. The auxiliary battery is on it's last leg and I'm looking to replace it with two new batteries. I'll be living at least half time in it and boondocking much of the time so I want to make certain I'm get the most possible from the batteries. I'...

wecker1 · wecker1

We just purchased our first 5th Wheel and need some advice on the best practice for RV storage. We have a 3 sided covered shelter for our 5th wheel and will be storing the unit for a few months at a time between uses until I retire. We do not have shore power in the facility. I would like your advice on...is it...

Ronjohn99 · Ronjohn99

Hi Everybody, we just bought a 2016 Bighorn 3570RS and the dealer is offering a product called Duratain. I have seen mixed reviews online in various forums so I thought I would ask about it here since I know this is really where the experts are! Does anyone have any experience with the product? The co...

blue moon · blue moon

We have our 2000 Fleetwood 32 foot Storm motor home, on our first trip. We consider this our "first, inexpensive RV". - $17000 cash, 24000 miles, in GREAT shape. We did new tires of course, and had cab a/c fixed, etc. First rain this trip, and NOW we are noticing a wet stain in our back bedroom closet und...

Honeydeaux · Honeydeaux

On October 31st We experienced a catastrophic failure of our Blue Ox tow bar. Resulting in our 1/2 ton Chevy truck breaking away from our motor home. The safety cables kept the truck more our less behind our RV. Bringing it all to a stop caused the truck to impact the back of our motor home. The damage to o...

wilpick · wilpick

I have a 2017 columbus by Forest River, my question is one of my slide outs has a factory awning on it. i have it at camping world in Hendersonville, NC to have toppers put on all 4 slide outs, they are telling me that the passenger side rear slide that has the factory awning on it and can not put a topper on, do...

325turbo · 325turbo

Been thinking of a surge protector. Checking, I found a PI EMS LCHW 50. I have a 30 amp rig. Can this 50 be wired for a 30 amp ? Thanks

jonesy · jonesy

generally if the rv is to be stored, should the fuel tank be full?

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	IN MEMORIUM! (Preview) Have a Safe and Pleasant Memorial Day Weekend!	PIEERE	1	1011	05:37 PM May 24, 2018 by LarryW21
	Extended Warranty (Preview) I know this has probably been beaten to death in this forum but I do have a question about extended warranties. We have decided to get one, have already started one with Wholesale Warranties, but now we have heard some horror stories about how companies will deny claims if you don't have written proof...	Ronjohn99	16	1787	06:51 AM May 24, 2018 by Bill and Linda
	Replacing my 3.5 year old Interstate GC2-XHD-UTL 232 Ah Batteries 2014 Newmar 3634 Ventana towing a 17 Jeep Wrangler (Preview) I'm looking to replace my 8 existing batteries in my all electric bus. I want to upgrade to a maintenance free series. Looking for sound suggestions of a "fair" priced battery that has had good lasting power. I need to do a quick buy since my existing batteries are really in bad shape (just bought the...	PackerNavVet	4	2246	07:31 AM May 21, 2018 by PackerNavVet
	RV Awning Problem - Could use some help (Preview) Hi Guys: We've been full-timing for 6 years and love it. We have a manual awning and opened it yesterday but as luck would have it a rain storm with winds came through. Before I had the chance to close it the wind lifted it up and back down. Now, neither arm will slide closed. I tried using a rubber mallet t...	LoriMeyer	1	1262	06:59 PM May 11, 2018 by The Bear II
	Stored RV Electricity Bill (Preview) We are considering offering electrical power to customers that rent an enclosed RV storage space from us. Assuming they plug in their RV to keep batteries charged and to perhaps run their refrigerator, can someone provide an approximate number of kilowatts that RV will use in a month. Depending on t...	I5 Storage	8	1897	11:33 AM May 6, 2018 by arcaguy
	Burning Brakes on our Outback Trailer (Preview) We purchased a used 2014 Keystone Outback travel trailer less than a year ago. Previous owners were meticulous with care and maintenance and the trailer was inspected prior to purchase. We drove the trailer from Virginia to North Georgia (home), in December we took it to Florida and then again in M...	Psquared	2	1188	01:06 PM Apr 30, 2018 by AlanB
	Full body paint. (Preview) Does anyone know who paints DRV's? I know they farm it out, just don't know where. Most OEM's that offer full body paint as an option are asking $13,000 or so. This is their marked up price, so not sure how much I could get it for, but guessing in the $10K range. Other than H&L, has anybody else been...	RonC	5	1185	03:30 PM Apr 26, 2018 by RonC
	WINTERIZING... (Preview) For all of you who don't like to run RV antifreeze thru their pipes...i have an answer....CHEAP VODKA!!!....Works great....been doin it for years...costs are a bit more but its safer...give iy a whirl...	rocketman	2	1263	04:39 PM Apr 9, 2018 by LarryW21
	Regarding replacement of 5th wheel tires with Goodyear G114's (Preview) When I had morRyde install my 8K IS suspension, I also replaced the wheels and tires (going with Goodyear G114 H rated tires and the required hi spec 17.5" aluminum wheels). My OEM axles were 7K ... I chose not to replace the spare as it was a new Goodyear G614 on a 16" wheel ... this is because the IS allows...	RonC	26	2380	10:38 PM Apr 4, 2018 by Cummins12V98
	Interior mods (Preview) Hi everyone. I have another question. Yes, another one. I never said I wasn't a moron. Have any of you done a fair amount of interior mods in your rigs? I'll be setting up the coach for three cats and the two human slaves. I have done a lot of looking at classified ad pictures and every time I see one of those b...	Old_Man	3	1659	01:44 AM Mar 15, 2018 by Old_Man
	inverter (Preview) put in a residential frig in 2013 palomino Columbus ,want to add inverter to run it while traveling and maybe overnight stop if we have no power ive studied diagrams tv is on same circuit which is great . do I run inverter power thru whole breaker box or can I pick just one breaker circuit?	farley337	6	1536	02:35 PM Mar 8, 2018 by Terry and Jo
	who makes the floor coverings for Sanibel trailers? (Preview) I purchased a 2017 Sanibel 3601 fifth wheel trailer ( made by Primetime/forest river)that has water damage so I need to replace the flooring, the flooring in the slide‘s is ok so I’m trying to find out who makes there flooring. The dealer said he can get the carpet but not the Vinyl I’m hoping to find the m...	539	1	1127	09:06 AM Mar 4, 2018 by jayc
	Kingpin tripod for fifth wheel (Preview) We will be picking up our first fifth wheel in March and I was wondering how many of you use a tripod under your fifth wheel kingpin. I have seen some that use them and some that don't. I am curious to hear what some of your opinions are on their value. Our fifth wheel is a 2016 Bighorn 3570RS with 6 point lev...	Ronjohn99	16	2494	12:30 AM Mar 1, 2018 by 2014Sierra
	RV sidewall pulling away (Preview) We bought a used RV and the metal sidewall is pulling away at the front of the trailer causing a gap inside. Not sure how to seal it back up. Can anyone help?	Samigirl	1	1437	12:37 PM Feb 25, 2018 by Second Chance
	Best Modification Ever (Preview) This weekend I installed something that I feel every RVer should have in their RV. A toilet....not just any toilet but a toilet equipped with a bidet. I have researched for months and finally found the right combination. Due to the design of RV toilets most add on bidet attachments won't work. No on...	The Bear II	48	31586	10:31 AM Feb 24, 2018 by Pattimom
	Inverter Question (Preview) Hi All! We just purchased a 2012 Fleetwood Discovery 40G and it has 2 inverters, one for the residential refer and another for everything else. The question is, when plugged into shore power should I turn off the inverters or does it really matter? Thank you for any advice. Ray	rvtrippin	13	2343	08:40 AM Feb 24, 2018 by carolinakids
	Drinking Water Pump Questions (Preview) Have any of you ever had to replace your fresh water pump? I ask because we'll be mostly boondocking in our rig. New Mexico (VLA!!!) Arizona and extreme Socal in the winter (Bagdad, Amboy other places along 66), comfortable places in the summer, with lots of sun, a place on the water and world-class tro...	Old_Man	4	1482	07:51 AM Feb 19, 2018 by Bill and Linda
	Kitchen sink sliding down. (Preview) Hello all, I'm having a problem I'm hoping I can get some help with. We have an under-mounted kitchen sink which is held up with clips that are screwed into a few pieces of plywood that are in turn glued to the bottom of the countertop. The issue is that the glue is failing, and the plywood is slowly separat...	Camper Chronicles	4	1790	04:15 PM Feb 9, 2018 by LivingRdream
	Fridge drain hose replacement (Preview) Other than moving the fridge, how to ? I'm talking about the cheap plastic hose that drains the water from defrosting. I've considered a modification, remove the funnel like piece, attach a quality hose to the drain pan and sticking it thru the hole where the funnel was.	Cookie Dough	3	1821	08:58 PM Jan 24, 2018 by mycroft8
	Hot Water Heater and DSI Fault (Preview) I learned something new today over on another forum. A participant there asked the question about something between the switches for electric and gas with regards to the hot water heater. He had seen the letters "DSI" with a red indicator light between that and the letters "FLT.&...	Terry and Jo	2	14427	05:20 PM Jan 22, 2018 by ENG
	Upgrading 12volt battery to (2) 6volts - wiring issue (Preview) I'm planning on phasing in solar to my new Venture Sport Trek TT. 1st phase: Change battery from 12 volt to (2) 6 volt T-105 golf cart batteries. Welding on support on front for holding them in position. The wiring to the battery is 8AWG. Not sure if that's satisfactory for now. I know I will have to jump...	RonS	20	2117	02:57 PM Jan 20, 2018 by RonS
	Removing Frameless Window. (Preview) We have a 2014 New Horizon 5th wheel and need to remove our rear frameless window to get the new couch in. How difficult will this be and any suggestions on the process? Should I just hire someone from a local repair shop? Thanks for your help. Mike	Team Murc	2	2651	08:24 AM Jan 6, 2018 by Bill and Linda
	Auxiliary Battery Replacement (Preview) I purchased a 2012 24 foot Freedom Elite Motorhome in August. The auxiliary battery is on it's last leg and I'm looking to replace it with two new batteries. I'll be living at least half time in it and boondocking much of the time so I want to make certain I'm get the most possible from the batteries. I'...	Kiers10	13	2353	05:52 PM Dec 27, 2017 by Kiers10
	RV Storage Advice (Preview) We just purchased our first 5th Wheel and need some advice on the best practice for RV storage. We have a 3 sided covered shelter for our 5th wheel and will be storing the unit for a few months at a time between uses until I retire. We do not have shore power in the facility. I would like your advice on...is it...	wecker1	7	2475	09:18 AM Dec 24, 2017 by Taylor90
	Duratain (Preview) Hi Everybody, we just bought a 2016 Bighorn 3570RS and the dealer is offering a product called Duratain. I have seen mixed reviews online in various forums so I thought I would ask about it here since I know this is really where the experts are! Does anyone have any experience with the product? The co...	Ronjohn99	5	3514	09:22 AM Dec 22, 2017 by Ronjohn99
	roof leak!! we don't know which repair is right for us! (less expensive? of course?) (Preview) We have our 2000 Fleetwood 32 foot Storm motor home, on our first trip. We consider this our "first, inexpensive RV". - $17000 cash, 24000 miles, in GREAT shape. We did new tires of course, and had cab a/c fixed, etc. First rain this trip, and NOW we are noticing a wet stain in our back bedroom closet und...	blue moon	9	2702	11:08 AM Dec 18, 2017 by FastEagle
	TOW BAR FAILURE AND TOAD BREAKAWAY (Preview) On October 31st We experienced a catastrophic failure of our Blue Ox tow bar. Resulting in our 1/2 ton Chevy truck breaking away from our motor home. The safety cables kept the truck more our less behind our RV. Bringing it all to a stop caused the truck to impact the back of our motor home. The damage to o...	Honeydeaux	3	1956	05:31 AM Dec 7, 2017 by carolinakids
	slide out toppers (Preview) I have a 2017 columbus by Forest River, my question is one of my slide outs has a factory awning on it. i have it at camping world in Hendersonville, NC to have toppers put on all 4 slide outs, they are telling me that the passenger side rear slide that has the factory awning on it and can not put a topper on, do...	wilpick	6	2285	07:23 AM Nov 23, 2017 by dianneandsteve
	P I surge protector. (Preview) Been thinking of a surge protector. Checking, I found a PI EMS LCHW 50. I have a 30 amp rig. Can this 50 be wired for a 30 amp ? Thanks	325turbo	19	3015	10:15 AM Nov 17, 2017 by LarryW21
	storage (Preview) generally if the rv is to be stored, should the fuel tank be full?	jonesy	4	1738	09:43 PM Nov 5, 2017 by Acheron2010
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