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Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 08-31-2021, 06:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,117
Posted By grafton guns
Fill all holes with brass/copper wool and pest...

Fill all holes with brass/copper wool and pest formula spray foam. THEN, Purchase Mouse Free spray. It's available with a spray gun. Coat the ENTIRE bottom of the RV including jacks, stabilizers and...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 08-31-2021, 06:34 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 10,571
Posted By grafton guns
I had a CURT hitch with my MORyde pin box. I got...

I had a CURT hitch with my MORyde pin box. I got rid of the CURT and purchased the Andersen Ultimate hitch. Could not be happier. It ways 46 Lbs. and hangs on my garage wall until I need it. No...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 06-14-2021, 03:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,340
Posted By grafton guns
Don't use grease! It will create a dust/dirt...

Don't use grease! It will create a dust/dirt magnet. Use a good quality greaseless lubricant such as 3 in 1 lubricant for RV's
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 03-29-2021, 04:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,823
Posted By grafton guns
Tell you what we Love. We purchased a Dirt Devil...

Tell you what we Love. We purchased a Dirt Devil central RV vac. Holds small bags so once it fills, just toss the bag. The bags do hold a lot I mounted it under the bed storage compartment and the...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 03-29-2021, 04:19 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,736
Posted By grafton guns
85 Lbs. For my 15" Goodyear Endurance on my 2017...

85 Lbs. For my 15" Goodyear Endurance on my 2017 Jayco Eagle HT 27.5 RLTS.
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 09-16-2019, 05:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,589
Posted By grafton guns
Ditto X3 AND, While you can probably pull it,...

Ditto X3 AND, While you can probably pull it, Your stopping power WILL be compromised AND, God forbid you get in a wreck, The Law will have a field day with you whether you caused it or not.....That...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 09-16-2019, 05:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,349
Posted By grafton guns
Flying Jack, Hi. I got my from Makarios RV...

Flying Jack, Hi. I got my from Makarios RV online. They had the best price at the time. Remember Google is your friend when it comes to price checking.....LOL
Paul
Forum: Keystone 09-16-2019, 05:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 39,103
Posted By grafton guns
Primo I checked into that as well. Mine are 15"...

Primo I checked into that as well. Mine are 15" wheels. Going to 16" will not gain much. And the taller the tire, the less clearance between front and rear tires. But thanks for that suggestion from...
Forum: Keystone 09-16-2019, 05:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 39,103
Posted By grafton guns
PS I am facing the same issue. My 2017 Eagle HT...

PS I am facing the same issue. My 2017 Eagle HT 27.5 RLTS rides 3"nose high on my 2016 Ford F-350. I have about 8 1/2" space between the truck rail and bottom of the 5er overhang. I also have the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repairs 05-30-2019, 04:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,984
Posted By grafton guns
As DennisM71 stated, I have used that salvage...

As DennisM71 stated, I have used that salvage company in the past for customers. Good deals!
Forum: General Maintenance and Repairs 05-30-2019, 04:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 15,864
Posted By grafton guns
We purchased a tank level gauge that screws onto...

We purchased a tank level gauge that screws onto the tank then the hose screws into the gauge. I have two tanks marked 1 and 2 I use number one. When it gets close to empty I'll use number 2 BTW, I...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repairs 05-30-2019, 03:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 14,451
Posted By grafton guns
Two things come to mind, !st Check the roof vent...

Two things come to mind, !st Check the roof vent for blockage. I have ran a garden hose to flush out a vent line plugged with leaves etc. had no vent cap. 2nd there should be a room vent or vacuum...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 01-21-2019, 04:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,104
Posted By grafton guns
Gary, I have a short box on my F-350 6.5' I too...

Gary, I have a short box on my F-350 6.5' I too have a tri-fold extang tonneau cover and a headache rack. I take the tonneau off when I'm hauling my 5er. One less thing to worry about. Also, with the...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 01-21-2019, 04:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,046
Posted By grafton guns
Never heard of an sks bearing. Are you sure it is...

Never heard of an sks bearing. Are you sure it is not an SKF bearing. Anyway. The B in the bearing description means it has a "B" clearance between the roller/balls and race. B and C are the most...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 01-14-2019, 05:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,046
Posted By grafton guns
whmahew, Do you mean an skf B36 bearing? I could...

whmahew, Do you mean an skf B36 bearing? I could go into a technical discussion about the C3 bearing fitments etc. but if you go to SKF's website you can get all the technical jargon on that...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 01-14-2019, 05:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 17,664
Posted By grafton guns
Fjr I Don't know where you got these numbers from...

Fjr I Don't know where you got these numbers from but my 2017 Jayco HT 27.5 hitch weight is no where as high as you describe for a 1/2 ton. I towed it with my 2016 F-150 with ease. The pin weight,...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 11-07-2018, 06:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 11,122
Posted By grafton guns
I have used the FrostKing heating cable. You buy...

I have used the FrostKing heating cable. You buy it bulk any length you want and then add the male plug and thermostat. I find that this cable is heavier duty that the cheap pre-made heat tape junk...
Forum: Jayco 11-07-2018, 06:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 21,501
Posted By grafton guns
Michael, Your Jayco has low point drains. They do...

Michael, Your Jayco has low point drains. They do not have "tank drains" per se. usually you have a rear low point drain and one near where your valves and water hookups come into the RV. Mine have ...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 10-08-2018, 05:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,994
Posted By grafton guns
I have a headache rack on my 2016 F-350 Lariat...

I have a headache rack on my 2016 F-350 Lariat crew cab with the 6 1/2' box. I also have a Curt slider hitch. I have yet to use the slider feature of my hitch and I pay attention when jacking my 5th...
Forum: New Member Intros 10-08-2018, 05:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,440
Posted By grafton guns
Definitely use a spotter. Give yourself plenty of...

Definitely use a spotter. Give yourself plenty of room. Back up slowly. Try and give yourself as much room to back up straight and then Gently steer the ass end towards your spotter. I use the wife...
Forum: Plumbing and Electrical 08-15-2018, 12:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,764
Posted By grafton guns
If you can, rent a See snake it is a flexible...

If you can, rent a See snake it is a flexible camera made by Rigid. The camera head is about 3/4" in diameter and is lighted. Insert it into the black water tank and inspect the ta tank and level...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 08-15-2018, 07:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,994
Posted By grafton guns
I use a headache rack and also a Curt slider...

I use a headache rack and also a Curt slider hitch. The hitch came with my Eagle HT from camping world. My Ford has the same size box as yours. I am happy with the setup. No clearance issues at...
Forum: New Member Intros 02-05-2018, 05:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,346
Posted By grafton guns
Hi All from Upstate NY

Just joined your site. Thanks for accepting us.
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