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Forum: Prospective Owners' Questions 01-27-2015, 05:15 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,793
Posted By smokeyfl
Let's do the math - You said you weighed the...

Let's do the math - You said you weighed the truck and it weighs 7860 with a capacity of 10,000. That leaves you a weight carrying capacity of 2140. You are over the truck capacity already based on...
Forum: Toy Haulers 01-25-2015, 05:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,306
Posted By smokeyfl
My Fuzion has a beavertail which decreases the...

My Fuzion has a beavertail which decreases the approach angle.
Today I loaded 2 Ultras with no problem. I do raise the front of the 5th wheel which further decreases the angle. When unloading, put...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 01-24-2015, 06:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,931
Posted By smokeyfl
Mine came with Trailer King tires which served me...

Mine came with Trailer King tires which served me well for 8000 miles. Replaced them with Carlisle's as we are taking a long trip next month with 2 Ultras in the garage and wanted the extra capacity....
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-24-2015, 06:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,131
Posted By smokeyfl
We went from a 40' 5th wheel to a 36' Fuzion and...

We went from a 40' 5th wheel to a 36' Fuzion and love it. Double axles are a lot easier to tow than 3 and with a 10' garage we only lost 2' in the living area. It will tow very well behind your SRW...
Forum: Toy Haulers 01-06-2015, 12:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,457
Posted By smokeyfl
You raise the bunks up slightly to take the...

You raise the bunks up slightly to take the pressure off the pins. The pins go through both sides of the rails and can be inserted from either side. Best way to drill the new holes is to get a long...
Forum: Toy Haulers 01-05-2015, 05:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,457
Posted By smokeyfl
Not sure what you mean by the other side of the...

Not sure what you mean by the other side of the post.
Forum: Toy Haulers 01-03-2015, 05:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,457
Posted By smokeyfl
I drilled some additional holes down lower so I...

I drilled some additional holes down lower so I don't need to raise the bunk all the way up and can still insert the pins.
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 12-05-2014, 07:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,823
Posted By smokeyfl
CW - I have followed your blog, know you do your...

CW - I have followed your blog, know you do your research and have a great respect for your opinion, however the link you supplied shows the
st23585r16 F has a speed rating of L. As a senior...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 12-04-2014, 07:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,823
Posted By smokeyfl
If you look at the chart, there is no speed...

If you look at the chart, there is no speed rating for 65 mph. J is 63 and K is 68. My Carlisles are rated L for 75 mph. Their weight capacity is 3940 at 90 psi. This was the best combination I could...
Forum: Keystone Questions 12-04-2014, 04:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,205
Posted By smokeyfl
Check along the frame rail for a second valve...

Check along the frame rail
for a second valve handle.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 12-01-2014, 05:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,836
Posted By smokeyfl
We went to Yellowstone this summer. We took 90....

We went to Yellowstone this summer. We took 90. 80 takes a little longer according to my map program. Your big decision will be getting into Yellowstone. We also stayed at Fishing Bridge. We took the...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 11-18-2014, 06:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,393
Posted By smokeyfl
All Chinese tires are not created equal. Some...

All Chinese tires are not created equal. Some Carlisle trailer tires are made in China as well as Sailun. Both are quality tires with good reputations. I had trailer kings on my 310 for about 10,000...
Forum: Toy Haulers 09-22-2014, 05:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,414
Posted By smokeyfl
Where is the damage?

Where is the damage?
Forum: Freeways & Byways 07-28-2014, 06:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,906
Posted By smokeyfl
We are sitting in Riverton on the Southern route...

We are sitting in Riverton on the Southern route as we speak. We received a lot of warnings about 14 so decided to stay away. Will get to see the Tetons as a bonus. We have our bike with us so will...
Forum: Toy Haulers 07-21-2014, 05:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,704
Posted By smokeyfl
I also have a 310. Mine came with a heat strip in...

I also have a 310. Mine came with a heat strip in the rear A/C only. It didn't originally work because the wiring was not hooked up. Easy fix. The front thermostat also controls the propane heater.
Forum: Towing 07-20-2014, 04:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,726
Posted By smokeyfl
Bottom line is you get what you pay for. Moryde...

Bottom line is you get what you pay for. Moryde is a huge improvement over the standard pin box and is reasonably priced at around $500.00. You order the pin box based on the weight of your trailer....
Forum: Towing 07-19-2014, 04:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,726
Posted By smokeyfl
I have it listed for $500 obo. I am on the...

I have it listed for $500 obo. I am on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Do you currently have a Lippert 1621 pin box? If interested, send me a private message and I will give you my phone number so we...
Forum: Towing 07-17-2014, 05:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,726
Posted By smokeyfl
I put a Moryde on my current 5th wheel. It works...

I put a Moryde on my current 5th wheel. It works well but not as good as the 5 airborne I had on my previous 5th wheel. The moryde is half the cost. The 5th airborne has an air bag and a shock...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 07-17-2014, 01:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,906
Posted By smokeyfl
Thank you all for your replies.

Thank you all for your replies.
Forum: Freeways & Byways 07-15-2014, 02:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,906
Posted By smokeyfl
Thanks for the input. We have a 2002 F250 with...

Thanks for the input. We have a 2002 F250 with the 7.3 diesel so pulling is not an issue. I worry more about the steep downhill grades. We have a Banks exhaust brake and drilled and slotted rotors...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 07-14-2014, 11:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,906
Posted By smokeyfl
Thanks for the reply. Looks like it is 14 / 16 /...

Thanks for the reply. Looks like it is 14 / 16 / 20 between Cody and the park. It then turns into East Entrance Road. We are staying at Fishing Creek so will need to cross the mountain somewhere....
Forum: Freeways & Byways 07-12-2014, 08:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,906
Posted By smokeyfl
Cody to Yellowstone on Rt14

Anyone traveled across rt 14 from Cody to Yellowstone? Getting mixed reviews on the travel blogs.
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 06-14-2014, 03:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,357
Posted By smokeyfl
Best thing to do is get the fantastic fan with...

Best thing to do is get the fantastic fan with the remote. Then wiring becomes much easier and the remote is very handy.
Forum: Toy Haulers 06-14-2014, 03:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,658
Posted By smokeyfl
Best thing to do is locate the framing in the...

Best thing to do is locate the framing in the wall and use a self tapping screw to mount the brackets.
Forum: Towing 06-13-2014, 02:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,507
Posted By smokeyfl
It will take some adjustment to get it just...

It will take some adjustment to get it just right. The setting will also need to be readjusted depending on the trailer weight. An empty trailer's brakes will lock up quicker than a loaded trailer....
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