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Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-22-2020, 08:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,308
Posted By MtnGoat
My fix for our PullRite SuperGlide

As novice 5r's our biggest challenge (after backing) was coupling to our 5th wheel. I tried all of the suggestions by other RVrs and shops. I had a better than not chance of the pin capture release...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-21-2020, 07:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,298
Posted By MtnGoat
I get it now. You guys aren't here to offer...

I get it now. You guys aren't here to offer assistance and Help for others.


Your here to voice your opinions.


I asked, you asked. I researched, and your hungup on elec/hyd systems.
I...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-21-2020, 06:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,298
Posted By MtnGoat
I dont keep pics on the cloud. So sharing pics is...

I dont keep pics on the cloud. So sharing pics is not a current option.


Chuck, keep waiting. Or find a link that we all can learn from.


Cheers.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-21-2020, 06:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,298
Posted By MtnGoat
Is it possible now, that we know what I have? ...

Is it possible now, that we know what I have?



To help with my original question?


Thanks
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-21-2020, 04:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,298
Posted By MtnGoat
Yeah? Well, watch the videos. Some ARE hydraulic.

Yeah? Well, watch the videos. Some ARE hydraulic.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-21-2020, 04:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,298
Posted By MtnGoat
Well I'll fill in the blanks that most here need...

Well I'll fill in the blanks that most here need to know. There are three different slide mechanisms. The Jack and screw, cable and Schwintech hydraulic. The Schwintech has a obvious weird looking...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-19-2020, 10:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,298
Posted By MtnGoat
What? you guys are supposed to know what model I...

What? you guys are supposed to know what model I have. :D


Really I need to update the info. Before I get lost here trying to find the enter button...its a 2008 Springdale 5R. 243.



And...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-18-2020, 07:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,298
Posted By MtnGoat
Slide lubrication points

Im looking for a diagram or pictures of the slide mechanism showing lubrication points.


After many years of operation I'm sure it could use some servicing.


Thanks,


Steve
Forum: Fifth Wheels 09-02-2020, 12:42 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 60,658
Posted By MtnGoat
I have raised my Springdale with homemade 2"...

I have raised my Springdale with homemade 2" blocks. No problems aside from finding the correct diameter U bolts.


Any questions? Ask away...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-10-2020, 02:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 16,468
Posted By MtnGoat
A quick summary of todays adventures. Shop...

A quick summary of todays adventures.

Shop was in Stockton CA Hewitt Alinement Service. A nice clean organized shop with some experienced operators. Well adapt in setting RV axles and other types...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-09-2020, 04:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 16,468
Posted By MtnGoat
We'll see. Going to the shop int he morning. ...

We'll see. Going to the shop int he morning.
I'll post some pics too.


Anyone have experience with the Lippert Correct Track Suspension Alignment Kit?
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-09-2020, 11:35 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 16,468
Posted By MtnGoat
Yep. The 5 on 4.25 is a light axle pattern. I did...

Yep. The 5 on 4.25 is a light axle pattern. I did find some steel auto wheels for a Ford Taurus/Thunderbird in 15x6. New for another $250/set of 4.


I'm thinking of the smallest investment into...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-09-2020, 08:57 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 16,468
Posted By MtnGoat
Thanks for your incite Busterbrown. Our...

Thanks for your incite Busterbrown. Our "problems" are almost identical. Noobies buying into a rig not realizing the marginal designs by the manufacturer. Only to later be forced to sell or dump more...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-08-2020, 10:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 16,468
Posted By MtnGoat
Bingo! New/used axles, bearings, brakes and...

Bingo! New/used axles, bearings, brakes and tires. 1800 dollar investment into a 2008 rig? Whats it worth? 7500 tops. And how did Keystone get away with building and licensing this model?

My...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-08-2020, 05:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 16,468
Posted By MtnGoat
I threw a straight edge on the tires and there is...

I threw a straight edge on the tires and there is some alignment issues for sure. Going to find a shop to get this corrected. Stockton and Sacramento are the closest big cities that appear to have...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-08-2020, 04:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 16,468
Posted By MtnGoat
Now I'm looking for a 15x6 5 on 4.25 wheels. Not...

Now I'm looking for a 15x6 5 on 4.25 wheels. Not common. At all.
Trailer came with Carlisle bias tires. Thats why Im switching to radials.

I checked the bow across the axle (loading) Not from...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-08-2020, 01:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 16,468
Posted By MtnGoat
Extreme wear on the inside of all four tires

With less than 5000 miles on this set of new/good Carlisle tires, the inside tread is worn beyond exceptable. Ive checked the axles for signs of damage or bowing with a straight edge. We run with...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 01-03-2019, 09:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,899
Posted By MtnGoat
Thanks For your input. I'll stick with the mag...

Thanks For your input. I'll stick with the mag rods once a year and see how things progress.



You guys are always helpful and I appreciate it. Cheers!
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 01-02-2019, 10:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,899
Posted By MtnGoat
"dissolves too quickly" is too subjective for me...

"dissolves too quickly" is too subjective for me being a noob.



So I'm going out on a limb to say that we can expect the magnesium anodes to last a year? And that less than a year is too...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 12-26-2018, 09:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,422
Posted By MtnGoat
So I surmise that when looking for replacement...

So I surmise that when looking for replacement parts, its just easier to locate the part by mfgr/PN than to look for a parts catalog from Keystone?
Forum: Fifth Wheels 12-18-2018, 03:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,187
Posted By MtnGoat
Yep it was there behind the screwed in panel. ...

Yep it was there behind the screwed in panel.
Took a bit to locate the valve as they installed the three way with the lever facing away from the opening.
Now to remove the the plug and check the...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 12-18-2018, 03:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,187
Posted By MtnGoat
Gotcha gonna check it out

Gotcha gonna check it out
Forum: Fifth Wheels 12-18-2018, 01:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,187
Posted By MtnGoat
Ahhh theres a panel held with screws underneath...

Ahhh theres a panel held with screws underneath the oven.
I'll check it out....and let you know.

Thanks for the quick reply.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 12-18-2018, 01:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,187
Posted By MtnGoat
Water Heater cutoff valve location 2008 Springdale 243

So I'm prepping for the upcoming overnite freezes.
I've found almost everything on this new-to-me trailer except the HW cutoff valve.

Any suggestions where this maybe are appreciated
Forum: Classifieds Archive 12-14-2018, 10:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,334
Posted By MtnGoat
Link is gone. Darn

Link is gone. Darn
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