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Forum: Towing 11-18-2021, 06:31 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 22,209
Posted By shermris
My fuel mileage is nearly cut in half when I tow...

My fuel mileage is nearly cut in half when I tow my travel trailer. I get 7 mpg at 70 mph, 8 mpg at 65, 9 to 10 at 60 mph and 10 to 12 at 55 mph. The tow mode prevents the overdrive from operating so...
Forum: Travel Trailers 11-18-2021, 06:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,890
Posted By shermris
taste?

I've always used RV antifreeze in my freshwater lines, and I've never had any taste issues after flushing the lines. I've heard that people have issues if they get RV antifreeze in the water heater,...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-01-2021, 10:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,221
Posted By shermris
cap

The cap should be in one of your kitchen drawers or somewhere in the camper. The first time we camped using the freshwater storage tank I filled the tank at the water station and proceeded to my...
Forum: General RV Issues 11-01-2021, 09:32 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 20,387
Posted By shermris
slide

Excessive shaking can be caused by a slide mechanism that is out of alignment, (one side extending, retracting ahead of the other), or parts that are worn out or binding. The seal lube is a...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-01-2021, 09:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,221
Posted By shermris
The drain valve is commonly just a capped plastic...

The drain valve is commonly just a capped plastic tube that sticks out below the covering on the bottom of your unit. It would be separate from your low-point valves. Mine protrudes about 3/4" from...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-01-2021, 09:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,275
Posted By shermris
We used our short queen mattress for our very...

We used our short queen mattress for our very first 3 day camping trip and found it to be very uncomfortable. Our solution was to buy a 3" thick foam mattress topper, install a foam insert at the top...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 11-01-2021, 08:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,999
Posted By shermris
My panel does not have a battery disconnect. I...

My panel does not have a battery disconnect. I installed my own at the battery. Properly installed a battery disconnect should prevent battery drain from any device installed on your RV, (radio,...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 02-01-2021, 07:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,931
Posted By shermris
I'll agree with the post stating the boot is the...

I'll agree with the post stating the boot is the best anti-theft protection, it prevents towing and requires removal. If someone is intent on stealing your camper they can bypass the hitch...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-15-2021, 02:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,446
Posted By shermris
Two main considerations: 1. Gross Combined...

Two main considerations:

1. Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR): The maximum weight of a truck, including the truck itself, cargo, passengers, fuel, trailer and trailer cargo.

2. Gross Vehicle...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 12-10-2020, 07:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,248
Posted By shermris
I would opt for heating the bucket with a trouble...

I would opt for heating the bucket with a trouble light. A 40 watt incandescent bulb should give off plenty of heat for a 5 gallon bucket. While I was building my home in MN I heated my water line...
Forum: Travel Trailers 09-07-2020, 01:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,178
Posted By shermris
You can leave the Ausie grill on the bumper mount...

You can leave the Ausie grill on the bumper mount but you can't travel with it mounted. The grill removes fairly quickly from it bracket so there's no security if your concerned about theft. unless...
Forum: Travel Trailers 09-03-2020, 05:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,178
Posted By shermris
I have an Aussie for my 2018 Bullet

The Aussie grill works ok and the gas hookup at the rear bumper is convenient, but the grill is not worth $300.
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 08-05-2020, 03:54 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 20,511
Posted By shermris
I have a Bullet 248 RKS the clearance is over 5"...

I have a Bullet 248 RKS the clearance is over 5" above the rear wheels and 6" above the front when loaded but w/o any water in the fresh water tank. Your Bullet is only a year old so the springs...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 08-05-2020, 03:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,936
Posted By shermris
We had the upper cable pulley bracket pull out of...

We had the upper cable pulley bracket pull out of the wall on one side the 3rd time we opened the slide. The unit was under warranty so we brought to the dealer for repair. The dealer put in...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-27-2020, 09:56 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,096
Posted By shermris
I carry a 10' Keller Telescoping ladder similar...

I carry a 10' Keller Telescoping ladder similar to the Little Giant (at less than 1/4 the cost). I have a 24' Bullet ultralite with no factory ladder, I just throw the Keller in my pickup box in case...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-25-2020, 01:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,072
Posted By shermris
I once had someone I never met deliver a FedEx...

I once had someone I never met deliver a FedEx package that fell out of the truck when the driver made a delivery at his home. When I have my mail held I go to the post office and fill out the hold...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-25-2020, 01:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,072
Posted By shermris
The first time we were gone for an extended...

The first time we were gone for an extended period of time and could not forward our mail we had our niece stay in our house while we were gone. Another time I got a post office box at the local Post...
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 03-14-2020, 12:35 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 103,412
Posted By shermris
Children are at low risk to the Coronavirus and...

Children are at low risk to the Coronavirus and when they do contract the virus it is usually the result of coming into close contact with an adult. Many children don't even know they have the virus...
Forum: COVID-19 Discussion Zone 03-14-2020, 12:25 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 103,412
Posted By shermris
I guess I'm a denier; while I don't deny that...

I guess I'm a denier; while I don't deny that Coronavirus exists, I don't think it's any more serious than something like the Swine Flu, (which got very little media attention and very few...
Forum: New Member Check in! 12-26-2019, 03:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,618
Posted By shermris
I would double check the MN license fees on a 1...

I would double check the MN license fees on a 1 ton. The 1 ton is considered a commercial, or work vehicle not a passenger vehicle. MN registration and license fees have previously been much lower...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-05-2019, 05:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,728
Posted By shermris
I agree with Wiredgeorge, I have an Anderson...

I agree with Wiredgeorge, I have an Anderson hitch that works great. Lots of height adjustment, and the ball has an anti-sway that has worked very well. The only down side to the Anderson is that the...
Forum: Towing 10-24-2019, 05:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 17,695
Posted By shermris
Your right, I meant to say Expedition, not...

Your right, I meant to say Expedition, not Excursion.
Forum: Towing 10-24-2019, 01:58 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 17,695
Posted By shermris
A good used Ford Excursion will cost you $40,000...

A good used Ford Excursion will cost you $40,000 and haul 8 or nine people and 1 ton van is really no fun to drive on a regular basis but would be a cheaper option. The Chevy Suburban 2500 will...
Forum: Technical Corner 10-16-2019, 07:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,361
Posted By shermris
If it's a 2020 it's under warranty.

If it's a 2020 it's under warranty.
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 10-16-2019, 07:39 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,479
Posted By shermris
If there is no ladder it's quite possible that...

If there is no ladder it's quite possible that your roof was not designed to be walked on, (mine is not). When I need to go topside I use a 1/4" sheet of plywood in either a 2'x4' or 4'x4' size to...
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