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HI, I am new to this group and hope to get answers to my stupid questions and meet new people along they way. My wife and I just purchased a 5th wheel 2008 Everest 344J made by Keystone. This is not our first trailer but it is our first 5th wheel. My question is about the front landing gear. It's electric o...

I've seen some observations about rigs that are "rated" for full-time use and time after time I see a distinction being made that doesn't quite add-up in my mind. And it's not just us as consumers making these assumptions, but it's the entire industry playing into that assumption. No dou...

Hi All, We have come down to the 5th wheel we want now how do I size the right truck for the 5th wheel. Is there a certain formula that everyone has used to make sure you get enough truck for the 5th wheel. The 5th wheel is the Heartland Big Country 3690sl specs below.GVWR15,500 lbsDry Weight12,466 lbs...

My husband and I are planning our FT lifestyle for after retirement. Just started researching in the past couple months. Had our head set to do a 5th wheel and a diesel F350. The idea being that we can always unload our 5th wheel at a destinitaion and can mineuver around in that area with the truck. Thing i...

I purchased a 30' 5th wheel ( Gulfstream Seahawk ) . I believe the weight is 8700 lbs. i needed a truck I could pull it with and so I purchased this 3/4 ton Chevy with a 6.0 liter gas engine . I know most everyone says to go diesel but I just can't afford the initial expense much less the costly repairs. Correct...

Have been looking at getting a newer used 5th Wheel and as I look through the classifieds a couple of the tempting ones have been converted to goose neck hitches, but I've got the standard 5th Wheel Hitch in my truck. How hard is it to convert back to the standard hitch if I decide I like one of these after I...

2006 Alfa "See Ya" Edition, Model 35RLIK, 36' 5th wheel travel trailer for sale. The graphics have been removed, the outside was polished professionally on 3/17/14 and it's like butter. In great condition! The interior has; neutral colors, couch that folds out to a queen, two separate n...

I have seen some great feedback from the ‘full-timer’ RV or 5th wheel online community on various websites. I was hoping I could get some help on my situation, so I’ll try to explain my situation and plans, and hopefully someone could help me out.I am from Alaska, sold my house and moved down to Texas in...

I found one. Would a moderator please delete this thread? Thanks everyone. :) -- Edited by 7point3diesel on Wednesday 24th of September 2014 02:05:03 PM

So I really wanted a Reese Airborne Sidewinder king pin box, but I recently discovered that it wouldn't fit my king pin box :( I've got the Fabex 730 & my service technician & Reese have both confirmed that the Airborne will not go on my 5th wheel. Now I'm looking at the [url=http://www.ultra-f...

We have a 2011 36FWS Cameo (Carriage) for sale. It was manufactured in late June of 2011. The whole wall slides out on the off curb side. On curb side, the dinette and sofa slide out. Slides are flush to the floor.Many upgrades, Satellite TV in LR & BR, Fireplace, Black out/ Day shades, Splendid wash...

My husband and I are very seriously considering full-time RVing. We know where we will park it and know that we want a 5th wheel with 2 bedrooms, if at all possible. We want to buy used b/c of the depreciation, etc. etc. We're wanting to separate the wheat from the chaff as much as possible so we're researc...

Hi! I am glad to be accepted into this RV online group. We are just starting out and have so many questions. We have a 38' (I think) 2015 Jayco 5th wheel. My husband's custom order Ford 350 dually has just arrived and we still had to wait to put 500 miles on the truck before towing. (We purchased the 5th whee...

The title is not very inspiring for the speed of a vehicle!! But when it comes to learning all about the full-time RV world it seems like blinding fast and overwhelming. We currently live in Colorado (north of Denver) and plan to retire at the end of the year and go full-time traveling. We have ZERO RV e...

Comfort and space on the road, or for full time living! MOTIVATED SELLER Galley kitchen with oven, range, wall mounted microwave and built in freezer-on-top refrigerator. Kitchen island features double sink with elegant high arc, brushed bronze finish faucet, lots of storage and prep space. Pri...

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Landing Gear 5th wheel 5th Wheel Landing Gear Issues (Preview)	RV Maintenance and Technical Tips	5	22450	02:47 PM Nov 18, 2008 by Speedhitch
HI, I am new to this group and hope to get answers to my stupid questions and meet new people along they way. My wife and I just purchased a 5th wheel 2008 Everest 344J made by Keystone. This is not our first trailer but it is our first 5th wheel. My question is about the front landing gear. It's electric o...
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I've seen some observations about rigs that are "rated" for full-time use and time after time I see a distinction being made that doesn't quite add-up in my mind. And it's not just us as consumers making these assumptions, but it's the entire industry playing into that assumption. No dou...
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Hi All, We have come down to the 5th wheel we want now how do I size the right truck for the 5th wheel. Is there a certain formula that everyone has used to make sure you get enough truck for the 5th wheel. The 5th wheel is the Heartland Big Country 3690sl specs below.GVWR15,500 lbsDry Weight12,466 lbs...
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My husband and I are planning our FT lifestyle for after retirement. Just started researching in the past couple months. Had our head set to do a 5th wheel and a diesel F350. The idea being that we can always unload our 5th wheel at a destinitaion and can mineuver around in that area with the truck. Thing i...
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I purchased a 30' 5th wheel ( Gulfstream Seahawk ) . I believe the weight is 8700 lbs. i needed a truck I could pull it with and so I purchased this 3/4 ton Chevy with a 6.0 liter gas engine . I know most everyone says to go diesel but I just can't afford the initial expense much less the costly repairs. Correct...
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Have been looking at getting a newer used 5th Wheel and as I look through the classifieds a couple of the tempting ones have been converted to goose neck hitches, but I've got the standard 5th Wheel Hitch in my truck. How hard is it to convert back to the standard hitch if I decide I like one of these after I...
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2006 Alfa "See Ya" Edition, Model 35RLIK, 36' 5th wheel travel trailer for sale. The graphics have been removed, the outside was polished professionally on 3/17/14 and it's like butter. In great condition! The interior has; neutral colors, couch that folds out to a queen, two separate n...
5th wheel Alaska Texas First Full Timer Toy Hauler First Timer Asking For Help (Preview)	Buying An RV	4	3453	03:30 PM Sep 7, 2014 by Jo And Craig
I have seen some great feedback from the ‘full-timer’ RV or 5th wheel online community on various websites. I was hoping I could get some help on my situation, so I’ll try to explain my situation and plans, and hopefully someone could help me out.I am from Alaska, sold my house and moved down to Texas in...
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I found one. Would a moderator please delete this thread? Thanks everyone. :) -- Edited by 7point3diesel on Wednesday 24th of September 2014 02:05:03 PM
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So I really wanted a Reese Airborne Sidewinder king pin box, but I recently discovered that it wouldn't fit my king pin box :( I've got the Fabex 730 & my service technician & Reese have both confirmed that the Airborne will not go on my 5th wheel. Now I'm looking at the [url=http://www.ultra-f...
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We have a 2011 36FWS Cameo (Carriage) for sale. It was manufactured in late June of 2011. The whole wall slides out on the off curb side. On curb side, the dinette and sofa slide out. Slides are flush to the floor.Many upgrades, Satellite TV in LR & BR, Fireplace, Black out/ Day shades, Splendid wash...
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My husband and I are very seriously considering full-time RVing. We know where we will park it and know that we want a 5th wheel with 2 bedrooms, if at all possible. We want to buy used b/c of the depreciation, etc. etc. We're wanting to separate the wheat from the chaff as much as possible so we're researc...
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Hi! I am glad to be accepted into this RV online group. We are just starting out and have so many questions. We have a 38' (I think) 2015 Jayco 5th wheel. My husband's custom order Ford 350 dually has just arrived and we still had to wait to put 500 miles on the truck before towing. (We purchased the 5th whee...
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The title is not very inspiring for the speed of a vehicle!! But when it comes to learning all about the full-time RV world it seems like blinding fast and overwhelming. We currently live in Colorado (north of Denver) and plan to retire at the end of the year and go full-time traveling. We have ZERO RV e...
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Comfort and space on the road, or for full time living! MOTIVATED SELLER Galley kitchen with oven, range, wall mounted microwave and built in freezer-on-top refrigerator. Kitchen island features double sink with elegant high arc, brushed bronze finish faucet, lots of storage and prep space. Pri...