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Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 04-08-2021, 08:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,125
Posted By mhbell
I would think that you could put a flat window...

I would think that you could put a flat window recessed with a hinged cover that would follow the contor of the cap that could also serve as a awning when not traveling. My trave trailer has one.
Mel
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 02-21-2021, 08:41 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,155
Posted By mhbell
X2 I hardwire one on every RV I've owned. When...

X2
I hardwire one on every RV I've owned. When I sell I remove and put on the next one. I use progresives with remote readout. Use with generator there is a button to remove the generator when...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 12-06-2020, 09:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,566
Posted By mhbell
50 plus years of RVing Never used a cover

50 years of RVing never used a cover. I drive by all kinds of rv dealerships. have you ever seen one that covers there rv's? No and some rv's on a dealers lot use to set there sometimes for years. A...
Forum: Towing 10-24-2019, 08:05 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 17,583
Posted By mhbell
Why not a crew cab

I wonder if the OP has thought of getting a F250/2500 crew cab? That would haul the trailer and 5 people easy. I would forget about a SUV and go with a truck. JMHO.
Mel
:facepalm:
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-18-2019, 09:17 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 16,605
Posted By mhbell
I learned the hard way

I learned the hard way. The first thing is to weigh the 5th wheel with everything you are going to take on a trip Including fresh water and full propane half full black and gray tanks use water to...
Forum: Travel Trailers 08-15-2019, 07:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,255
Posted By mhbell
When I still had my 2016 cougar I used aluminum...

When I still had my 2016 cougar I used aluminum pop rivets in place of screws. Never had a problem after that and the aluminum rivets are easy to drill out if needed to remove the fender.
Mel
Forum: Towing 06-06-2019, 08:27 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 9,842
Posted By mhbell
Flying J Yma Arizona

Flying J at Fortuna RD Foothills Yuma AZ 108000 North Frontage Road, Yuma, AZ 85365
Mel
Forum: Fifth Wheels 06-02-2019, 09:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,926
Posted By mhbell
Question Reading what the OP said I don't see how it could...

Reading what the OP said I don't see how it could be a drain or drain pan, He said it only does it when he uses the cold water in the shower. He states it does not do it when the showers cold water...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-16-2019, 08:19 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,262
Posted By mhbell
Here is a Link to a guy who full times in a...

Here is a Link to a guy who full times in a cougar like yours I believe.
Click here (https://www.loveyourrv.com/)
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 12-14-2018, 09:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,881
Posted By mhbell
Normally we wintered in Arizona and did not have...

Normally we wintered in Arizona and did not have that problem. but 5 years ago we had a medical emergency and did not get to go to Arizona. So the 5th wheel stayed up North. it was still nice when I...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 12-14-2018, 08:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,881
Posted By mhbell
Same happened to me

Guess I will chime in. 4 or 5 winters ago I was in a hurry and just opened the low point drains on my then fiver, Thinking I'll get back to it and this should be safe for now. Well By the time I got...
Forum: Toy Haulers 12-02-2018, 09:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,828
Posted By mhbell
Thumbs up Hope I don't have the same problem that you had....

Hope I don't have the same problem that you had. I have 4 trojan HD 6 volt batteries in my 2016 Cougar 227 RLSWE, right in the front, the Pin weight is 2500 Lbs. No problems so far. see the link...
Forum: Campfire Chatter 11-25-2018, 10:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,899
Posted By mhbell
Yep I live in Ogden and it is the same here....

Yep I live in Ogden and it is the same here. poured a new driveway 2 years ago. It is already pock marked from the salt dripping off of vehicles.
:whistling:
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-18-2018, 12:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,553
Posted By mhbell
Keystone disconnect does not turn off everything

The Keystone disconnect does not turn off everything. The safety sensors, the leveling system if you have one, and the front stabilizer legs. The only way to turn off the power completely is to...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-16-2018, 09:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,429
Posted By mhbell
Dave here is a link to my blog and how I did it. ...

Dave here is a link to my blog and how I did it.
Mel
https://rvbloggers.wordpress.com/2018/10/19/revamp-my-solar-system/

Or CLICK HERE...
Forum: Travel Trailers 11-11-2018, 10:51 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,725
Posted By mhbell
Thumbs down Made the same mistake

I made the same mistake trying to pull a so called 1/2 ton travel trailer with a ford F-150. Pulled it 4 miles from the dealership to my home. in windy conditions. That was enough for me. Sold the...
Forum: Campfire Chatter 11-11-2018, 10:17 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,145
Posted By mhbell
Thumbs down You Got That Right!

You got that right! I just turned 80 yesterday. Any more I throw a old piece of carpet down to lay on. Easier to roll from out from under the truck or fiver, and get my knees under me to push myself...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-28-2018, 04:35 PM
Replies: 1,878
Views: 810,316
Posted By mhbell
https://rvbloggers.files.wordpress.com/2018/04/cro...

https://rvbloggers.files.wordpress.com/2018/04/cropped-dscf0007.jpg
Forum: Fifth Wheels 10-06-2018, 05:39 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,426
Posted By mhbell
A simple Battery Knife switch to disconnect the...

A simple Battery Knife switch to disconnect the battery from the system is $18 at walmart.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 10-02-2018, 04:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,505
Posted By mhbell
Check the shocks on your truck

Check the shocks on your truck first before doing anything else.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 09-14-2018, 07:04 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 27,286
Posted By mhbell
Question You are making a big mistake trying to pull with a half ton truck

See my sig. I bought a 2016 Cougar half ton and was going to pull it with a F150 1/2 ton truck. No way. When I ran it across the scales with full propane and batteries along with everything that I...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 09-10-2018, 11:24 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,669
Posted By mhbell
I installed a Progressive EMS in my 5th wheel

I installed a 30 amp EMS in my Cougar 5th wheel. See link below for how I did it and why.
Mel

https://rvbloggers.wordpress.com/2018/07/20/mod-to-protect-the-electronic-in-my-5th-wheel/ or CLICK...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-26-2018, 04:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,176
Posted By mhbell
I put air bags on any truck that I use to pull a...

I put air bags on any truck that I use to pull a 5th wheel. I use them to bring the truck up level after hooking up the 5th wheel. I would not be without them. I just installed a set on my truck. I...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-26-2018, 07:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,543
Posted By mhbell
Here is how I did mine

Here is a link to how I did mine with remote.
Mel
Click Here (https://rvbloggers.wordpress.com/2018/07/20/mod-to-protect-the-electronic-in-my-5th-wheel/#more-1849)
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-26-2018, 07:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,434
Posted By mhbell
Called the factory

I called and emailed the factory and was told that there was no electric schematic available for my unit. I would think that with the build number that they would have one. Was told that there is so...
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