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Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 11-24-2023, 10:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 14,839
Posted By Goober
Hummmmmm - If you guys are right, and it is...

Hummmmmm - If you guys are right, and it is obvious you believe you are, why did the smart people sourcing these products for DRV stop using them after such a short product run? Especially in view...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 11-21-2023, 10:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 14,839
Posted By Goober
No. I was quoting Dexter engineers discussing the...

No. I was quoting Dexter engineers discussing the same issue. Given a choice, I would NEVER use an oil bath bearing on a trailer that sat for months at a time. Unless and maybe even if the axles are...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 11-20-2023, 04:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 14,839
Posted By Goober
I thought the issue was oil draining from...

I thought the issue was oil draining from bearings as Lon as some trailers are stationary leading to rusting and subsequent bearing failures
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 01-10-2022, 03:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,050
Posted By Goober
How many RV manufacturers do you know that...

How many RV manufacturers do you know that approve the use of a gooseneck adapter on a fifth wheel trailer? Unless you find a RV manufacturer that approves a gooseneck adapter and an adapter...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 05-24-2021, 03:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,706
Posted By Goober
Or flickering at all levels :)

Or flickering at all levels :)
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 04-15-2021, 08:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,632
Posted By Goober
I bought my trailer from RVs For Less. They had...

I bought my trailer from RVs For Less. They had American Radio install a wired system. It is inteconnectd with the upfitter switches and dashboard display. It was well worth the investment and has...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 03-28-2021, 08:47 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 10,560
Posted By Goober
Gat a TPMS. It provides peace of mind and may...

Gat a TPMS. It provides peace of mind and may avert property damage and threat to vehicle safety
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 03-07-2021, 10:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,095
Posted By Goober
My dealer installed a 50A front shore power...

My dealer installed a 50A front shore power female receptacle up front. It has been been needed for campsites with the power pole too far forward for me to reach with my rear mounted shore service...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 03-07-2021, 10:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,095
Posted By Goober
I think DRV stopped adding external generator...

I think DRV stopped adding external generator connections because that requires either two transfer switches or that the generator breakers be manually switched off. If this is forgotten, goodbye...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 02-11-2021, 10:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,630
Posted By Goober
It is not my intent to start an argument but you...

It is not my intent to start an argument but you couldn’t pay me to have one of those things. Before you buy it, make sure the DW can handle it comfortably and make sure she’s OK going into the truck...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 02-11-2021, 11:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,207
Posted By Goober
There are plenty of full-timers north of the...

There are plenty of full-timers north of the Mason-Dixon line. I have been told by a dealer that they sell a lot of DRVs to go to the ND oil fields. We are fortunate to have one of a very few...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 02-11-2021, 09:04 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,207
Posted By Goober
This is fine as long as you don’t use the coach...

This is fine as long as you don’t use the coach in sub-freezing weather.
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 02-11-2021, 08:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,207
Posted By Goober
This is fine as long as you don’t use the coach...

This is fine as long as you don’t use the coach in sub-freezing weather.
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 02-10-2021, 09:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,207
Posted By Goober
https://www.valterra.com I have used this...

https://www.valterra.com

I have used this valve on two RVs. On the last one, it worked flawlessly for ~10 years. I have never experienced the problems some people report about electric valves. ...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 02-09-2021, 09:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,207
Posted By Goober
Check for paper or other non-organic material...

Check for paper or other non-organic material packed in the valve guide before you teat it apart. If you can’t see the valve, you might be able to cut through the blockage by working the valve at the...
Forum: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc 02-01-2021, 03:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,623
Posted By Goober
Are you sure about this web link?

Are you sure about this web link?
Forum: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc 02-01-2021, 03:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,623
Posted By Goober
I am trying to address the same problem. In...

I am trying to address the same problem. In multiple calls with HughesNet, they continue to state that I must agree to a 'contract' but they will not provide a copy of whatever agreement is...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 12-29-2020, 09:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,125
Posted By Goober
No amount of owner modification will change the...

No amount of owner modification will change the factory certified GVWR by one pound. I would not want to be the one who wrote about intentionally overloading a truck that was subsequently involved in...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 05-11-2020, 04:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 29,891
Posted By Goober
Drv

“Have you ever read New Horizon or Luxe forums? They have their own shares of issues. ”

This statement is irrelevant. Just because a product is not as bad as some other product does not justify...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 01-08-2020, 02:07 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 29,891
Posted By Goober
But DRV again?

NEVER!!! My experience with DRV has been the worst by far in over forty years of owning RVs.
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 03-25-2019, 05:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 12,591
Posted By Goober
DRV quality

I have a 2019 DRV 40KSSB4. Over 30 items found in PDI. More than 60 more over three warranty visits, some issues addressed 3x. Massive water leaking issues and resulting mold. Other that that, the...
Forum: New Member Intros 03-11-2019, 04:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,773
Posted By Goober
Doesn’t running a fifth wheel RV on a gooseneck...

Doesn’t running a fifth wheel RV on a gooseneck conversation void the chassis warranty? I’d also be concerned about liability.
Forum: New Member Intros 01-07-2019, 07:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,466
Posted By Goober
Welcome aboard. You made one good decision. My...

Welcome aboard. You made one good decision. My DWs name is Jo Ann.
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 01-07-2019, 06:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 21,565
Posted By Goober
I needed my 4x4 today. It’s something that isn’t...

I needed my 4x4 today. It’s something that isn’t needed often but if you go to raves or other events where you have to get off the pavement, it’s priceless
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 12-02-2018, 07:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,971
Posted By Goober
Gooseneck

WOW! This is great news. I’m going to check into this. At one level it is not all that surprising given the massive frame in a DRV and their front platform reinforcements. Reese is not what it used...
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