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Forum: General Community Discussions 09-27-2021, 09:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,431
Posted By flyingjack
Just bought a Sailun 637 to replace a sidewall...

Just bought a Sailun 637 to replace a sidewall damaged tire for a dump trailer. Two MAJOR tire companies had to order the Sailuns and price was $300 & $240. Went online and Walmart ordered the same...
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-24-2021, 06:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,860
Posted By flyingjack
Information regarding Montana RL series

Owned a 2013 Mountaineer 345DBQ since new and really don't have any complaints. Wife wants to upgrade and downsize. Getting ready to list our DBQ and buy a 2018 or newer 294 or 330RL later this...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 06-16-2021, 10:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,477
Posted By flyingjack
Thanks Jim, his dad is trying to convince him to...

Thanks Jim, his dad is trying to convince him to have it hauled to grandma's and not buy a truck until he gets back. Good advice I think with the higher than normal prices for trucks right now.
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 06-15-2021, 01:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,477
Posted By flyingjack
Which 5th wheel? Advice?

I've been pulling heavy trailers with pickups for 35+ yrs so good friend is asking my advice on his son's 5er. Son bought 5er already set up at rv park. He'd planned to live in for a couple of...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 04-24-2021, 09:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 11,203
Posted By flyingjack
Reading through old posts and noticed I never...

Reading through old posts and noticed I never updated: local shop found a loose fitting on after market plug in that was installed on left bed rail in back of pickup. All was good for last year's...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 04-22-2021, 11:42 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,025
Posted By flyingjack
softer ride for pickup

Want opinions/suggestions regarding shocks or suspension system for my 2016 2500 Silverado. I have airbags for heavier loads BUT would like to soften ride when empty. I'm retired and this is the...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repairs 08-03-2020, 11:09 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,293
Posted By flyingjack
Cleaning fresh water tank

Greetings for NE Colorado. RVing for 10 years but never boondocked. Now that we're retired wife/I are taking our back country airplane (bushplane) and traveling USA from ground and air. Our 2013...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 05-30-2020, 01:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 11,203
Posted By flyingjack
Completed all new hubs, bearings, brakes and...

Completed all new hubs, bearings, brakes and checking torque of spring hanger bolts so went on shakedown highway jaunt. Plugged into factory 7 pin connector that is located in bumper instead of...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repairs 05-29-2020, 07:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 7,879
Posted By flyingjack
Good luck with mobil RV mechanic in Colo

Pulled wheels to repack wheel bearings and as some of the "smart" people on this forum have mentioned- do not use "grease buddy" as excess grease works it's way onto brakes. Unfortunately; I read...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 05-29-2020, 07:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 11,203
Posted By flyingjack
Trailer disengaged

Silverado 2500 2016 has occasionally had "trailer disengaged" come up on dash and then goes away quickly. This year it is much worse when I took 5er on preseason test run- check out new MorRyde...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 05-08-2020, 12:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,417
Posted By flyingjack
Hello pd2020. I've outfitted several trucks (for...

Hello pd2020. I've outfitted several trucks (for work-now retired) by adding after-market flatbeds. Just google pickup flatbeds and you will see the variety. Buy the exact truck you want with cab...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 05-03-2020, 01:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,672
Posted By flyingjack
McCall, Idaho is approx 100+ miles north of...

McCall, Idaho is approx 100+ miles north of Boise, ID. We'll be based (RV resort) near the Peyette National Forest which has dozens of Forrest Service designated strips scattered out over nearly...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 05-02-2020, 11:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,672
Posted By flyingjack
Just installed my Companion & MorRyde and took...

Just installed my Companion & MorRyde and took first test ride. Definite improvement. My Montana has two height positions; stock was lowest setting but MorRyde required highest to keep from hitting...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repairs 04-25-2020, 09:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 14,117
Posted By flyingjack
Just installed my 2nd ADCO; left 5er uncovered...

Just installed my 2nd ADCO; left 5er uncovered for winter as I wasn't around to monitor. First ADCO installed fall of 2019 and made it to Jan 2020 before shredding from high winds. ADCO replaced...
Forum: Pilgrim International 02-17-2020, 05:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 47,234
Posted By flyingjack
Sfrazier415: did you get your black tank drained?...

Sfrazier415: did you get your black tank drained? If you're still looking for info you need to include make; model and probably year so hopefully someone can give you a specific answer.
Forum: New Member Intros 02-04-2020, 01:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 13,416
Posted By flyingjack
5-6 years ago it seemed there were no American...

5-6 years ago it seemed there were no American made trailer tires and I had the best luck with Hankook tailer tires. I just googled and it appears Goodyear and Goodrich both make a G rated trailer...
Forum: New Member Intros 02-04-2020, 12:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 13,416
Posted By flyingjack
I'll PM you. Jack

I'll PM you.
Jack
Forum: New Member Intros 02-04-2020, 10:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 13,416
Posted By flyingjack
Good morning Jim, my opinion is typically worth...

Good morning Jim, my opinion is typically worth what you paid for it. Owned/driven Ford, Chev and Dodge and for me; I buy whatever has the equipment and color I need/want. Not much of a "brand"...
Forum: New Member Intros 02-04-2020, 09:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 13,416
Posted By flyingjack
Druid, Facts only, no opinions: I've been towing...

Druid, Facts only, no opinions: I've been towing heavy construction trailers (bumper pull and gooseneck with pickups for 30 years) in many major cities as well as open roads (Colo. Rockies thru WY &...
Forum: General Community Discussions 11-19-2019, 08:38 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 30,861
Posted By flyingjack
Watched Anderson video; looks like a good hitch. ...

Watched Anderson video; looks like a good hitch. The maneuverability they talk about is in my opinion the gooseneck downfall. Reread my post above. Actual experience from a very experienced...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 11-03-2019, 08:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,672
Posted By flyingjack
Hitch/pin box

Thanks for reviews. Went with Companion and MorRyde.
Jack
Forum: General Community Discussions 10-09-2019, 07:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,271
Posted By flyingjack
5th Wheel Forums

Good morning all; I would just like to say to the Staff, moderators and administrators: thank you for doing such a great job with this site. I'm on a half dozen flying and truck sites and this site...
Forum: General Community Discussions 10-08-2019, 07:12 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 30,861
Posted By flyingjack
Any gooseneck is a BAD idea for 5ers. I've been...

Any gooseneck is a BAD idea for 5ers. I've been pulling trailers (mostly work) for over 25 yrs; bumper pull, gooseneck and 5ers so I had gooseneck hitches for work and put one on my 2013 Montana...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repairs 10-07-2019, 09:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 14,117
Posted By flyingjack
CoMaddMax: Just got my Montana winterized...

CoMaddMax:

Just got my Montana winterized yesterday and new ADCO Designer Series-All Climate cover installed. Seems too light weight for the winds we get; how long have you had your ADCO? Nice...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repairs 09-10-2019, 10:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 14,117
Posted By flyingjack
Tarps for covering 5er

Does anybody have any experience with covering 5er with standard Home Depot plastic tarps. Do they rub and cause problems if grommets don't touch? Maybe put plastic wrap on first to keep dust...
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