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Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-15-2020, 06:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,194
Posted By fbird77
The tire capacity is on the tire, so you should...

The tire capacity is on the tire, so you should now if the tires can hold the load, the x factor is the rims. You could do the math or look up the tire specs for the diameter and know if the speedo...
Forum: Technical Corner 01-15-2020, 06:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,488
Posted By fbird77
Yes it would work. But long term you're better...

Yes it would work. But long term you're better off with a matched set and cables all the same length and gauge. That way the batteries charge evenly. Other wise one tends to overcharge and one...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 01-15-2020, 05:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,104
Posted By fbird77
A lot of depends on where and how you camp. I've...

A lot of depends on where and how you camp. I've been at camp sites where a stationary panel wether on the camper or ground suffices. Most sites I get a stationary panel would only work for at most ...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 01-15-2020, 03:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,104
Posted By fbird77
Yes it is overkill. I use that connector because...

Yes it is overkill. I use that connector because it's easy to cap off, plug and unplug, you keep it greased it'll stay corrosion free. I find that it's an easier plug for me to use than the mc4.
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 01-15-2020, 06:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,104
Posted By fbird77
I have my controller in a water tight utility box...

I have my controller in a water tight utility box mounted to the battery box. I used 10awg wire between the controller and battery. I use 50 amp plug similar to this DEFEND INDUST 50A 6-10 Gauge...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 11-20-2019, 02:21 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 18,126
Posted By fbird77
Hard to find bearings made on the us. The best...

Hard to find bearings made on the us. The best and most consistent have been timken and skf. Napa premium bearings are now made by Fag and only time will tell if they're any good
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 11-19-2019, 05:45 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 18,126
Posted By fbird77
A lot of it is peace of mind. Like a oil change...

A lot of it is peace of mind. Like a oil change you do it before the oil causes a engine failure.
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 11-19-2019, 04:22 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 18,126
Posted By fbird77
The idea is to do it before the bearings fail....

The idea is to do it before the bearings fail. You keep them packed with good clean grease the last longer than the sealed bearings used on most newer vehicles. Repackaging bearings is much cheaper...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 11-17-2019, 03:10 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 18,126
Posted By fbird77
I am a auto mechanic. It is cheaper to maintain...

I am a auto mechanic. It is cheaper to maintain than repair. Think of along the lines of changing oil.over time the grease degrades.now that said repack my bearings every spring. If only put a couple...
Forum: New Member Check in! 10-22-2019, 06:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,170
Posted By fbird77
Yeah I understand that, I got tired of getting on...

Yeah I understand that, I got tired of getting on my hands and knees to get in the refrigerator
Forum: New Member Check in! 10-21-2019, 04:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,170
Posted By fbird77
New member

Just bought a Passport 199ml. Tow with a 2011 Ford F250. My first tt, had an aliner for the last 10 years. Most of my camping is rustic. Rarely camp with electric. Use solar panels to keep the...
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