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Forum: Towing 04-20-2021, 07:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,181
Posted By RubyCJ
Thanks for the info, I was looking at the P2...

Thanks for the info, I was looking at the P2 Prodigy.
Jeep does have the optional factory brake controller but is out of stock with no promise delivery date.
Forum: Towing 04-20-2021, 05:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,181
Posted By RubyCJ
Great idea ! My daughter has an older 24 foot...

Great idea !
My daughter has an older 24 foot trailer and I'll try a little spin around with it. It will definitely be heavier than the 4,000# Wolf Pup.
Guess I better find a good brake...
Forum: Towing 04-20-2021, 02:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,181
Posted By RubyCJ
Jasin1, The tow rating on the Gladiator depends...

Jasin1, The tow rating on the Gladiator depends on the model and axle ratio. My Sport S has the max towing package which has the 4.10 gears. Tow rating about 6700#
Forum: Towing 04-20-2021, 12:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,181
Posted By RubyCJ
If I remember what I read last year, the frontal...

If I remember what I read last year, the frontal area on the Gladiator series was limited to "less than 40 sqft. On a trailer that's 8' wide and 10' tall, the Gladiator is only rated at half the...
Forum: Towing 04-20-2021, 11:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,181
Posted By RubyCJ
Jeep Gladiator Truck Towing

Well we decided to sell our Avalanche and 3500 DRW and get a destination trailer on property in an RV park. Our long trips are done as we enjoy stationary snowbirding now.
Family back home still...
Forum: Towing 02-17-2021, 07:25 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 10,409
Posted By RubyCJ
Will need information from your trucks capacity...

Will need information from your trucks capacity chart, located in the driver door frame. It's a yellow sticker. Upload a picture of it is best.
Also if you know the GVW of the 5th Wheel.
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 01-02-2021, 07:51 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,926
Posted By RubyCJ
Thanks, I like the price on those units much more...

Thanks, I like the price on those units much more but there's just no way to install them in the camper. May be viable if we end up using the shed though.
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 01-02-2021, 07:47 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,926
Posted By RubyCJ
Thank you, will look into the newer models and at...

Thank you, will look into the newer models and at 120/120 volt units.
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 12-30-2020, 08:35 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,926
Posted By RubyCJ
Thanks, it looks nice but the dryer specs show...

Thanks, it looks nice but the dryer specs show 240 volts
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 12-30-2020, 08:22 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,926
Posted By RubyCJ
The 50 amp service is 2 legs of 120 volts,...

The 50 amp service is 2 legs of 120 volts, together they are 240 if properly connected.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 09-29-2020, 05:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,374
Posted By RubyCJ
Thanks for all the help on the brakes. I will...

Thanks for all the help on the brakes. I will re-check the adjustment now that they are cold and confirm good braking.
Thanks Again
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 09-29-2020, 05:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,374
Posted By RubyCJ
On my old Jeeps there is a lever moves and that...

On my old Jeeps there is a lever moves and that rotates the star adjusting the brakes. Come to think of it there is nothing in the trailer brakes like that. So I guess they are not self adjusting....
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 09-28-2020, 02:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,374
Posted By RubyCJ
Okay, I adjusted the wheel spin so it went 2...

Okay, I adjusted the wheel spin so it went 2 revolutions with a decent spin. Doesn't drag hard. Still the same, minimal slowing down. So decided to take it for a ride and see if the adjuster would...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 09-28-2020, 10:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,374
Posted By RubyCJ
I did a little, it is difficult as I can not...

I did a little, it is difficult as I can not adjust thru the backing plate due to the axle drop is in the way. I pull the hub off and turn with pliers. I'll go out now and try again, Thanks.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 09-28-2020, 10:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,374
Posted By RubyCJ
Checked the break away switch and after 5 feet it...

Checked the break away switch and after 5 feet it slows down to a stop with truck in neutral.
Retested with manual controller and it also slows to a stop after 5 feet.
Checked voltage with break...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 09-28-2020, 08:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,374
Posted By RubyCJ
Poor Braking on an Older Wilderness TT

So my daughter is moving and I am taking her 26' Wilderness Travel Trailer (1991) to her new home 17 hours away. Good tires and the wheel bearings look good and freshened up the hand pack grease. ...
Forum: Campfire Chatter 02-03-2020, 09:58 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 34,024
Posted By RubyCJ
Play - Work - Play

Well I had newspaper delivery and gas station attendant (when it was pumped for you, oil checked and windshield cleaned as part of the service) jobs early on. Then College for electrical engineering...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 01-31-2020, 01:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,703
Posted By RubyCJ
Thanks Bobbecky, Just what I was afraid of....

Thanks Bobbecky, Just what I was afraid of. Everything on a map looks good until the reality steps in!

Thanks Camp CA, Appreciate the information
Forum: Freeways & Byways 01-31-2020, 10:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,703
Posted By RubyCJ
Utah to Yosemite

Hello to all west coast travelers!
The wife and I will be retiring here shortly and are planning a cross country trip in July. We are using RV Trip Wizzard and it is very helpful for campgrounds...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 09-15-2019, 05:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,088
Posted By RubyCJ
Thanks! I compared the NC EZpass to the Florida...

Thanks!
I compared the NC EZpass to the Florida E-PASS Xtra and both cover the same states.
The NC EZPASS also has ability to add on the I-77 HOV status (with 3 or more riders) and a 35%...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 09-14-2019, 04:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,088
Posted By RubyCJ
Thanks to all for the info, Think I will get the...

Thanks to all for the info, Think I will get the E-PASS Xtra as it includes all EZ-Pass and Florida. Has a movable transponder so I can use it in my car also.

One time $18.50 + tax
Also need at...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 09-14-2019, 06:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,088
Posted By RubyCJ
So you keep the transponder in the TV and the...

So you keep the transponder in the TV and the toll booths see or don't see the camper and charge you accordingly?
Forum: Freeways & Byways 09-14-2019, 05:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,088
Posted By RubyCJ
E-PASS Xtra use with Fifth Wheel

I have been searching this forum to get info on the E-PASS Xtra as it relates to hauling the camper and cannot find the info.....so :

We will be starting our retirement journeys from PA to FL with...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 09-08-2019, 04:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,040
Posted By RubyCJ
Thanks for the info. Will design a higher one...

Thanks for the info. Will design a higher one also. I did drag my sewer hose bumper once so elevating is a good idea!
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 09-07-2019, 04:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,040
Posted By RubyCJ
Thanks CHUCKSTER57 Was thinking of an actual...

Thanks CHUCKSTER57 Was thinking of an actual receiver but thought they would "wiggle" around too much being 10' high..

77cruser, I like the bolt on idea for the platform. Is it easy to remove?
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