I finished the install yesterday and did a "road test" today. Quite frankly I was impressed. It tracks more closely to the TV's tracks, will turn 90+ degrees, and has a much quicker response when backing.The install was straightforward and everythi...
The new 5th Wheel performed flawlessly on our 3K mile 12 state trip. I am not saying that I am totally in my comfort zone backing it yet. Sure, backing is easy, but also very different from a bumper pull.The ~5K lb weight did not affect my fuel mil...
We did have our "shakedown" trip, but this will be our first long trip in the new FW. It will take us through; Tennessee, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama.We wi...
I finally found time to install my JT's Strongarm Jack Stabilizers today. The install went very well and the instructions were very concise.One thing that I did not do as instructed; I decided to not be a traveling billboard and I turned the labels...
Yup, we drove to Allen, Ok and picked up our newly built 23' Idle Time 219RKS 5th Wheel.Since this is our very first experience with a FW, we took a slow trip back home sorta getting used to it. So far...very good.
Personally I consider the Ranchos more hype than actual improved performance and my experience with them goes back to 2004. I certainly did not install them on my 2012 F250. I do however fully recommend airbags. I lift the rear up off of the overl...
Give us an update with some pictures. We are still bumping along with our 2004 Apex. It has crossed this country N/S/E/W many times. 115 degrees in Arizona, 10 degrees in Colorado, and everything in between.
