Recent content by Uncle Rod

If you suspect critters (ie mice) might be a problem,  get some dryer fabric sheets (Bounce is good) and scatter them about.  A few in the living area, storage compartments, LP and battery area.  Do the same in the engine compartment of your truck.  ONCE THE ENGINE HAS COOLED !!  We've been...

I changed out all the bulbs, inside and out with LEDs from M4.  I had an issue with the tail / brake lights. They were back feeding at times into the running lights.  Simple solution was to install power diodes to the brake light wire in each tail light.  Problem solved.  Also had great customer...

Yeah, I agree Longhaul.  New tires and rims are now 4200# over trailer weight.  Live and learn........

Just a Question.  To add to my last post. When I bought the trailer, I had it weighed as it came from the dealer.  Nothing added. The trailer weighed 7300, off the truck.  The tires were rated at LRC, 1820 X 4 = 7280 #. When we're loaded and rolling, the trailer is 7120 on a CAT split scale.  As...

The following comes under the heading "For what it's worth". A couple of years ago we bought a Gulf Stream Conquest, Model 245 FBW.  28 foot, with a empty weight of 7300 #, off the truck.  Hooked to the truck the trailer weighed 6800.  5th Wheel. :) 2 months ago, while heading to Wisconsin from...

Hey, Congrats on your retirement. Donn had the right idea on a good battery.  Also think about revamping all interior lighting with LEDs. I replaced all lighting with LEDs, much brighter, longer lasting, but not cheep. Furnish your kitchen.  Pots, pans utensils, paper items, and leave the stuff...

You might try this web site.  https://www.overnightrvparking.com/index.php.  It's a subscription service. You can use mobile apps.

You might try contacting the mfg. http://www2.thorindustries.com/contact-us Uncle Rod

I had this awning installed from the dealer.  We're getting ready to hit the road, packing and such, so I had the slider open.  Comes a good down pour and the awning becomes a lake, holding 5 to 10 gallons of water.  I noticed that the awning rail looks like it was screwed in to the side of the...

Hey Folks, Yeah I've got the ST tires.  The airbags are fed off a Tee. 45 to 50# to keep trailer level on the road. I'm going to tell you folks where you can get the cheapest shocks and outstanding LED's. Tune in tomorrow to my new msg.... Thank You All for your input Uncle Rod & Aunt Sally Over...

I just said I 'could' run along @ 70.  Most comfortable to me is 60 @ max.  Will check for the ST tires.  Thanks......

One thing I learned a long time ago.  If you can get the right or left side off the pavement, it helps to settle it down.  But I agree, foot off the gas, trailer brakes only......

Hey Folks,  I have an 08 Silverado extended cab, 2 wd, 5.3 V-8, w/ trailer pkg, 3.42 locking rear, 6800GVW. Tires are oversized Michelins.  Firestone air bags on rear.  Pulling Gulfstream 5th wheel, 6820# loaded. I've done the math and I know I'm tap dancing a bit with the 1/2 ton truck, but it...

I'm thinking about extending / adding to, the bumper on my 5th wheel.  I want to add a gen set (110#), an LP grill, (50#), and a couple of bikes.  The trailer already has the spare tire, on a really dumb bracket mounted on the 4" tube.  I think that I could incorporate every thing I need by...

Just wanted to stop by and wave at everyone.  Aunt Sally and I have a new 5th wheel and it gives me a chance to get my wife on the road, when she retires next spring after 40 years with Chubb Ins. Group.  28' Gulfstream Conquest.  Towed by an 08 Chev 1/2 ton with enhanced suspension.  Already...