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Forum: Keystone Questions 11-30-2017, 07:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,304
Posted By Desert185
You’re a forum moderator and go unhinged like...

You’re a forum moderator and go unhinged like that? Incredible.
Forum: Keystone Questions 11-30-2017, 03:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,304
Posted By Desert185
Unless you have an Andersen hitch, of course....

Unless you have an Andersen hitch, of course. :whistling:
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-30-2017, 12:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,386
Posted By Desert185
Hate to be negative, but this adds to the...

Hate to be negative, but this adds to the justification for doubting the validity of the payload/GVW rating system...particularly with LRC tires. So, maybe not so impressive to me.
Forum: General RV Issues 11-29-2017, 09:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 25,912
Posted By Desert185
Same with mine.

Same with mine.
Forum: Toy Haulers 11-29-2017, 01:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,190
Posted By Desert185
If its that soft, I would cut the rot out and...

If its that soft, I would cut the rot out and weld in a patch...and call the manufacturer first. Maybe they’ll do something. Too much corrosion for such a short timeframe.
Forum: Freeways & Byways 11-29-2017, 01:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,725
Posted By Desert185
Thanks! :rolleyes:

Thanks! :rolleyes:
Forum: Freeways & Byways 11-29-2017, 01:30 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,661
Posted By Desert185
And that is enough info now for folks to decide...

And that is enough info now for folks to decide for themselves as to whether they choose to use the EB or not. Certainly preferable to them never using the EB in the rain (to their possible...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-29-2017, 10:19 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,534
Posted By Desert185
Dittos on the Andersen hitch. :thumbsup:

Dittos on the Andersen hitch. :thumbsup:
Forum: Keystone Questions 11-29-2017, 10:10 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,304
Posted By Desert185
The more you drop the extension it seems the more...

The more you drop the extension it seems the more unstable the legs become. Sometimes, its necessary and blocks assist in minimizing how much the gear legs have to be extended. I use a SteadyFast...
Forum: Campfire Chatter 11-29-2017, 07:17 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 15,544
Posted By Desert185
Living in a rural, semi-boonie environment we...

Living in a rural, semi-boonie environment we ride the ATV’s locally, shoot and cut firewood. I also fly for a county sheriff aero squadron and do a little flight instructing.

“Camping” is just...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 11-29-2017, 07:02 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,661
Posted By Desert185
I can see that and applaud your experience, but...

I can see that and applaud your experience, but maybe we should define slippery. Wet roads or icy, snowy roads. Big difference, I think. Personally, I don’t tow on snow or ice and have not had a...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 11-29-2017, 06:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,725
Posted By Desert185
Begin and execute the plan with this: ...

Begin and execute the plan with this:

www.themilepost.com
Forum: Toy Haulers 11-29-2017, 05:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,813
Posted By Desert185
Besides the conflict of hating camping, finding a...

Besides the conflict of hating camping, finding a toy hauler that will accomodate that long Can Am will require a truck with more capacity than your 2500. Those are big issues of compromise and...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 11-28-2017, 04:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,661
Posted By Desert185
Depends on the system. I have a stick (I’m my own...

Depends on the system. I have a stick (I’m my own tow/haul mode control) and an engine brake and use them both...wet or dry.
Forum: Freeways & Byways 11-28-2017, 04:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,661
Posted By Desert185
Glad you posted this. I agree.

Glad you posted this. I agree.
Forum: Toy Haulers 11-28-2017, 04:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 19,070
Posted By Desert185
I just bought a trailer tire from Walmart. They...

I just bought a trailer tire from Walmart. They removed the old tire and mounted the new tire. No charge. Since it was a 13” tire for a small 4x8 trailer I use around the casa, it wasn’t...
Forum: Freeways & Byways 11-28-2017, 06:38 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,661
Posted By Desert185
Ensure you have good wipers, a full tank of...

Ensure you have good wipers, a full tank of windshield juice, the same tire pressure you always run, take the route less traveled to avoid the plethora of road morons and enjoy the scenery.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 11-27-2017, 01:50 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,977
Posted By Desert185
Make sure the replacement is a USA Timken, not a...

Make sure the replacement is a USA Timken, not a chinese Timken.
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 11-27-2017, 01:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,755
Posted By Desert185
The answer to the basic question is, yes, I can...

The answer to the basic question is, yes, I can run LRF tires at 94 PSI cold if the wheel is stamped for 94 PSI or the equivalent weight rating. The approved wheels are rated for cold tire pressure...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-27-2017, 08:12 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 12,255
Posted By Desert185
I guess I haven’t found a need for adjustment...

I guess I haven’t found a need for adjustment other than how they self-adjust anywhere between empty (no contact) and full load with the SRX hitched. My stock spring rate with factory trailer...
Forum: Toy Haulers 11-26-2017, 05:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,408
Posted By Desert185
If you can’t find one, you could mask the handle...

If you can’t find one, you could mask the handle to dimension and paint it with bed liner material. Probably more durable, too.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 11-26-2017, 05:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,977
Posted By Desert185
It kills/stops the rust process. It can be...

It kills/stops the rust process. It can be painted over with a rust preventive paint or left alone for another application the following season. Actually much more effective than a sand blast and...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-26-2017, 04:05 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 12,255
Posted By Desert185
I went with a Timbren SES system, which works...

I went with a Timbren SES system, which works realy well for me. 20 minute install. Might be something to look into if anyone hasn’t heard of them.

www.timbren.com
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 11-26-2017, 03:59 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,977
Posted By Desert185
Unless there is an unusual amount of miles each...

Unless there is an unusual amount of miles each year, servicing wheel bearings each year is overkill. Do them when the trailer is new, because the factory can do a lousy initial job of greasing them...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 11-25-2017, 04:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,755
Posted By Desert185
The last time I checked the backside of my 16x6,...

The last time I checked the backside of my 16x6, six-lug wheels they indicated that 94 PSI was the max. They came with rubber valve stems and were replaced with metal stems when the china bombs were...
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