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RE: Narrowing in on Trailer Selection (need help)
Valhalla has it right, tow rating, payload rating and hitch rating tell you what the truck can do.
Payload will most likely be the limiting factor because it includes family and the loaded trailer tongue weight.
These factors tell you the size trailer you can pull. The wife chooses the floor plan.
It is not unusual to talk to other campers at the campground and find they have little knowledge or concern over these numbers. But there in no denying they affect the wear and tear on the tow vehicle.
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rbpru
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10/01/20 09:24am |
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RE: Max length definition
Yup the length is supposed to be from the bumper to the hitch ball. Typically this makes the box about 3 1/2 to 4 feet less.
However, few campgrounds are stickler for such details. As suggested measure and call.
Our TT is about 27 feet bumper to hitch and we have never had a space problem but we have had very tight quarters, being wedged betweean motor coaches with slides and some very difficult to back into tree lined spots.
Some of the older campgrounds were designed around the then jumbo 18 footers, so space is at a premium. When in doubt we call.
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rbpru
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09/02/20 10:17pm |
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RE: BEWARE Keystone Hideout
The situation is simple, pay a third more for a Nash or a Fox series TT, or better yet 3x for an Airstream and the odds of repair will drop drastically.
However the will not go way.
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rbpru
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08/26/20 05:49pm |
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RE: What's your battery setup on your travel trailer?
Parasitic loads can be a big issue. I am not sure what all the possible loads are but in my TT I have the frig, LP detector and the antenna booster. The antenna booster can be turned off, if I remember to do it.
The single 12 volt battery will last the wife and I two days which is enough when we are traveling between campgrounds for a couple of days.
At home with shore power disconnected, the battery will last 5 to 7 days just sitting in the yard. So at home the TT is plugged into the 120 volt power or the negative battery lead disconnected.
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rbpru
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08/23/20 10:59pm |
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RE: Estimate of cargo weight
After 5 years an 40,000 towing miles at or even a bit over the max cargo limit, I cannot say that I notice much change in towing performance.
I can say that towing at or near the trucks full capacity, does increase the over all wear and tear on tires, shocks, brakes and even the suspension.
But that is the price you pay for heavy vehicle use. The CAT scale numbers simply allow you to know where you stand weight wise.
Also on long trips gasoline, water, food and such can cause significant weight variations.
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rbpru
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08/06/20 02:11pm |
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RE: Thinking of New Aluminum Sided Travel Trailer
I have a used 2010 Dutchmen that I put 40,000 miles on in 5 years. It has had several framing issues due to vibration, poor assembly methods and just plain hard use. But, stick and tin is easy to repair.
The roof does not leak and every time they needed to repair or brace up the frame, the siding was removed and reset.
One likes to think that such structural problems cannot happen with a laminate construction. I simply do not know. But I do know that same level of craftsmanship goes into both styles of product.
I will fret over issues I can control and both laminate and stick and tin construction have been around long enough to prove they can be built properly. While I can control the floor plan I choose, the price I pay and the size and weight of the TT I choose to tow. I cannot control the care, craftsmanship or hidden flaws in the end product.
My personal choice is based on floor plan, cost and towability; so laminate or stick and tin are about equal. Others have their own opinions on the subject. One thing is certain, neither method is going away anytime soon.
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rbpru
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08/05/20 10:22pm |
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RE: First time tower - multiple questions
Your set up sounds similar to mine. I have a Blue Ox WD hitch which includes the anti-sway in the design.
We have towed over 40,000 miles in the last 5 years all over the country with very few towing issues.
I do believe that heavy towing at or near the max truck limits does take a toll on tires, shocks, suspension and brakes; as does heavy farm or construction use.
Doing the number ahead of time is smart idea.
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rbpru
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07/30/20 07:06am |
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RE: OK what you got ?
I have to agree, my TT weighs 6200# on the CAT scale with 650# of that on the hitch. It is a 25 footer with a slide.
I do not think even 4000# dry weight will get what you need.
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rbpru
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07/29/20 10:24pm |
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RE: Enclosed underbelly
My 2010 Dutchmen has an enclosed belly but it is simply a plastic heavy tarp type material.
It is of standard construction and will usually be good for a couple of days at 28 degrees. It would do more if we ran the furnace but we get by with a space heater.
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rbpru
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07/23/20 07:15pm |
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RE: Foam in the floor
All reasonable responses but the decision comes down to how much time, money and effort do you want to spend on a 9 year old TT.
Our TT is 10 years old and we have yet to find a new unit we like. So chances are we would repair or live with the issue.
Good luck
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rbpru
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07/22/20 09:45am |
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RE: New camper coming has nitrogen filled tires
Fill your tires with nitrogen if it makes you happy. It is only money.
It seems to me air has a good track record with tires over the last 100 years or so. :) :)
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rbpru
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07/17/20 10:00pm |
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RE: Walkable TT roof
I have a 2010 Dutchmen Lite, if has a non-walk on roof. They are nothing new.
I sent the VIN number to the manufacturer an they said to put down boards before walking on the roof.
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rbpru
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07/17/20 04:56pm |
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RE: Any new developments in hitches?
Sounds to me like the only answer is a fifth wheel. It gets rid of those annoying hitch/ball issues. :) :)
Actually it is no big issue me. It is my last vestige of setting up camp, when RVing.
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rbpru
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07/15/20 09:21pm |
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RE: How long does a 18lb propane tank last you?
I agree our frig uses little and the furnace a lot. So we usually camp with shore power and use a space heater.
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rbpru
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07/15/20 05:24pm |
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RE: Travel Trailer Rubber Roof Blew Off
These are the problems that drive people crazy. Not just roof problems but other major failures like end caps and laminated side wall panel failures. Why and how on a production line, these types of mistakes can get through is mystery but they certainly do.
The real issue is, these stupid problems are not brand specific, they seem to pop up on virtually every make and model.
In my opinion, it is the "shove it out the door" mentality, and the willingness to accept an occasional failure to keep the cost down.
But, they make them and we still buy them.
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rbpru
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07/13/20 12:13pm |
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RE: Mattress Recommendations
I am with the group that just added a good quality topper to the original mattress. I do not recall the brand but is about 3 inches thick and was about 6 inched to long. We cut it to fitted the mattress and it is held in place by the fitted sheet.
Good Luck
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rbpru
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07/13/20 11:52am |
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RE: Boondockers Dream On
Interesting and shows what can be done if you are willing to pay for it.
However, my idea of Boonedocking involves a canoe and tent. Oh to be young again. :)
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rbpru
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05/08/20 08:18am |
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RE: Travel When Restrictions lifted
Just a trip to the State Park for a change of pace.
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rbpru
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04/22/20 09:13pm |
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RE: Camping World Fail (Again)
My experience with CW had been good. They have what they advertise. However, are not the cheapest option.
I usually shop Amazon or eBay but when I want to touch a product I go to the store. It is the same with Cabelas, it cost more but they have it.
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rbpru
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04/07/20 08:08am |
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RE: what surface to store tt on?
I pull up on on two 6 ft. 2x12s. Our yard is mostly grass on sand, the boards keep the tires from settling into the sand. More importantly, my yard is very shady so sun damage is not an issue.
We keep the tire pressure up and do a fair number of outings so flat spots have not been an issue.
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rbpru
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03/19/20 10:27pm |
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