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Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 06-09-2010, 12:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 14,893
Posted By RustyJC
I changed the 3 year old G614s over to the 17.5"...

I changed the 3 year old G614s over to the 17.5" J-rated Michelin XTAs just prior to Memorial Day. Yes, Goodyear has been good to us about replacing tires and repairing damages related to tire...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 08-22-2007, 08:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,502
Posted By RustyJC
We were in Branson last month for the iRV2.com...

We were in Branson last month for the iRV2.com National Rally and stayed at ABC (America's Best Campground). I'd recommend it for your consideration.

Rusty
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 08-19-2007, 09:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,364
Posted By RustyJC
The Colemans on our previous 5th wheels were...

The Colemans on our previous 5th wheels were pretty crude and inefficient but never failed. I have no experience with the Carrier RV A/C units, but wonder if they have units that would pretty much...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 08-19-2007, 09:50 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,090
Posted By RustyJC
Re: Frig

We've had the cooling unit replaced at ~2 years on our current Dometic fridge. However, we had a cooling unit fail at ~3 months on a Norcold fridge in our previous Jayco Designer XL. I don't know...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 08-09-2007, 09:37 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 23,272
Posted By RustyJC
The pin weight of a MS will put the F250 over its...

The pin weight of a MS will put the F250 over its GVWR, regardless of its "manufacturer's trailer tow rating" or its GCWR.

Rusty
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 08-07-2007, 09:20 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 23,272
Posted By RustyJC
If one wants to run the numbers instead of...

If one wants to run the numbers instead of looking at overly optimistic "manufacturer's trailer towing ratings" that are calculated using a base vehicle with only a 150 lb driver, then one needs to...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 08-06-2007, 01:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,253
Posted By RustyJC
We've carried Good Sam ERS for many years and had...

We've carried Good Sam ERS for many years and had the first "opportunity" to see them perform on Friday, July 13th when we lost a tire on the 5th wheel. We were at mile marker 185 on Interstate 45...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 07-11-2007, 03:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,396
Posted By RustyJC
What hitch are you using? Rusty

What hitch are you using?

Rusty
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 07-11-2007, 09:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 15,963
Posted By RustyJC
Been there, done that and now carry 2 comealongs...

Been there, done that and now carry 2 comealongs in the truck's tool box. Naturally, since I'm now prepared, I've never had another problem. :wink:

Rusty
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 06-28-2007, 11:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,228
Posted By RustyJC
A few months ago, our MS was at the dealer's to...

A few months ago, our MS was at the dealer's to have the cooling unit in the fridge changed out. Sandy went by to get something out of the RV and, out of habit, locked the door - including the...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 06-18-2007, 09:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,907
Posted By RustyJC
12VDC is required for the refrigerator's control...

12VDC is required for the refrigerator's control circuitry.

Rusty
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 06-14-2007, 11:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,541
Posted By RustyJC
Certain products can poison the LP detector's...

Certain products can poison the LP detector's sensing element. Lysol spray is one of them. We had this happen with a previous Jayco Designer XL 3610RLTS where the detector was mounted in the end of...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 06-06-2007, 08:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 17,993
Posted By RustyJC
On our 2004 36RE3 (electromechanical slideout...

On our 2004 36RE3 (electromechanical slideout drives), the large flat-floor slideouts touch the seal at the top before the bottom when they're being pulled in, but the bottoms pull in tight before...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 06-04-2007, 08:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,195
Posted By RustyJC
130 degrees F is nothing to be concerned about. ...

130 degrees F is nothing to be concerned about.

Rusty
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 06-04-2007, 08:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,474
Posted By RustyJC
Ours also has a shutoff valve located in the cold...

Ours also has a shutoff valve located in the cold water supply line under the sink. Be sure this valve is open. If it isn't and the lines are empty, it will take quite a few cycles to get water up...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 05-17-2007, 09:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,541
Posted By RustyJC
Just a comment in passing - both Sandy and I have...

Just a comment in passing - both Sandy and I have commented that the mattress that came with our MS is more comfortable than any mattress we have at home, and we have Sealy Posturepedics, Sertas,...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 04-28-2007, 07:53 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 25,987
Posted By RustyJC
Actually, this is in question. Although our...

Actually, this is in question. Although our model number is indeed on the recall list, our serial number (405XXXXX) is higher than any shown on the lists I've seen. Nevertheless, our dealer checked...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 04-27-2007, 06:16 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 25,987
Posted By RustyJC
Sandy and I are really sorry to hear about the...

Sandy and I are really sorry to hear about the loss of your RE3. I hope the insurance settlement goes smoothly and quickly.

We have one of the Dometic units on the recall list. The bad news is...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 04-10-2007, 11:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,389
Posted By RustyJC
Look very closely at the Good Sam ESP!!! They...

Look very closely at the Good Sam ESP!!! They quoted our MS, and in the fine print was the requirement that the RV had to have documented scheduled maintenance performed on all systems (i.e., A/Cs,...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 04-01-2007, 07:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,111
Posted By RustyJC
DT has my name and address from the paperwork I...

DT has my name and address from the paperwork I filled out at delivery. I've received no notification from anyone.

Rusty
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 03-21-2007, 02:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,915
Posted By RustyJC
The MS electromechanical system is similar to...

The MS electromechanical system is similar to your Carriage. The manual crank only works if the gearing is intact. After our gear failure, I picked up a couple of "come-alongs" to winch the...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 03-21-2007, 10:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,915
Posted By RustyJC
Actually, I'm a moderator on one of the RV...

Actually, I'm a moderator on one of the RV forums, primarily in the TT and 5th wheel sections. As such, I have more than a passing familiarity with the technical discussions regarding 5th wheels. I...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 03-20-2007, 03:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,915
Posted By RustyJC
We've owned 3 5th wheels, all with...

We've owned 3 5th wheels, all with electromechanical (rack and pinion) slideouts and front jacks. The only problem we've ever had was a broken gear in one slideout gear reduction box of our 2004 MS...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 03-14-2007, 10:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,124
Posted By RustyJC
On our previous 5th wheel we had a leak in a...

On our previous 5th wheel we had a leak in a large Hehr window installed on the rear wall of the 5th wheel. This leak turned out to be between the rubber seal and the glass itself, so don't overlook...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 02-16-2007, 06:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 28,494
Posted By RustyJC
If you feel that way, have you considered leaving...

If you feel that way, have you considered leaving the RVing lifestyle? Life's too short to be miserable.

Rusty
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