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Forum: Travel Trailers 07-28-2022, 02:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 13,807
Posted By TJTx
Slip and The Family Spoon

If you do recover the Spoon, wash it good and display it in a small shadow box or frame titled “The Family Kitchen Spoon Caper” Excellent camp fire fodder and conversation / coffee talk starter.
Forum: Keystone RV Service & Warranty Issues 09-16-2021, 01:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,443
Posted By TJTx
Check inverter

We have a 2017.5 Alpine 3401RS with 2 main batteries and 2 batteries for the residential refrigerator. On our unit, you have to turn on the inverter above the refrigerator batteries in the front...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-01-2019, 02:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,602
Posted By TJTx
Sorry this happened to you. I have yet to...

Sorry this happened to you. I have yet to experience this, however, I had my own tor-Tilley-chip moment (from the movie RV). I hooked-up the sewer hose at the dump station and opened the valve only...
Forum: Campgrounds & Destinations 07-18-2019, 03:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,531
Posted By TJTx
I agree with most of the previous posts. The DW...

I agree with most of the previous posts. The DW and I always stay in a camp ground. I know some people stay in store parking lots to save money, however (at least for me), I prefer to get a sound...
Forum: Campfire Chatter 07-14-2019, 09:57 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,286
Posted By TJTx
Sitting in our beautiful Alpine 5er in Tyler...

Sitting in our beautiful Alpine 5er in Tyler State Park with DW, daughter, and 3 fur babies. We are getting some light outermost bands of rain from Barry, but are enjoying the luxury of this RV. Who...
Forum: Towing 06-16-2019, 10:20 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 16,913
Posted By TJTx
I pull a 2017.5 Alpine 3401RS with a 2017 Chevy...

I pull a 2017.5 Alpine 3401RS with a 2017 Chevy 2500HD Duramax crew cab. The L5P engine and Allison trans can easily pull it at 80 or 85, let alone 75. However, I always keep it at 65 in the right...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 05-05-2019, 04:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,989
Posted By TJTx
I use Directv and have a SWiM dish that is stored...

I use Directv and have a SWiM dish that is stored in the basement of our Alpine 3401RS 5er. We Ouse the air antenna for just weekend camping but bring our wireless Geanie whole home with mini for...
Forum: Travel Trailers 05-02-2019, 10:44 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,563
Posted By TJTx
The bad news: This problem is almost universal...

The bad news: This problem is almost universal and appears to happen across the board. It also launched a cottage industry of products, techniques, and home remedies.
The good news: This problem is...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 03-28-2019, 11:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,034
Posted By TJTx
We always level with slides “in”. Here are a...

We always level with slides “in”. Here are a couple of tips that we have done that could be helpful.
1. You can set the zero point to whatever you want. Use a carpenters level as recommended with...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-10-2019, 01:14 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,601
Posted By TJTx
I just traded my ‘05 Silverado Duramax with 218k...

I just traded my ‘05 Silverado Duramax with 218k miles last week for a 2017 2500HD Z71 crew cab Duramax. It only had 14k miles in new condition. The new L5P is amazing and is a night and day...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 02-21-2019, 12:57 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 15,937
Posted By TJTx
IMHO, like a lot of controversial subjects, it is...

IMHO, like a lot of controversial subjects, it is “all of the above”.
Yes, a majority of ST tires are made in Asia/China.
Yes, too many RV’ tires are either overloaded or under-inflated.
Yes,...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 02-10-2019, 10:34 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,117
Posted By TJTx
I also have a 2017.5 Alpine 3401RS but,...

I also have a 2017.5 Alpine 3401RS but, fortunately, it came with the batteries. I, too, am following your project with interest.
Forum: Technical Corner 02-10-2019, 10:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,627
Posted By TJTx
After much research, I purchased the TireMinder...

After much research, I purchased the TireMinder Smart TPMS. It proved to be the best value in terms of performance and price. I had it now for over a year and it has worked great. I like using my...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 02-03-2019, 11:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,496
Posted By TJTx
My wife is retired from an auto insurance...

My wife is retired from an auto insurance company. As previous people have posted, your best bet is to go to your insurance carrier and give them all the information you have. Sincerely explain your...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-04-2018, 03:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,205
Posted By TJTx
We have same fridge. The controls are stupid...

We have same fridge. The controls are stupid IMHO. The ice maker is on when the “glass of ice” is not showingThe ice maker is off with it showing.
Forum: General RV Issues 10-18-2018, 08:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,337
Posted By TJTx
I use the Tire Minder Smart TPMS. It works great!...

I use the Tire Minder Smart TPMS. It works great! It will alert you long before you have time to check the pressures and kick the tires.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 10-14-2018, 08:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,075
Posted By TJTx
I use the Tire Minder Smat TPMS. It is very...

I use the Tire Minder Smat TPMS. It is very accurate and works great.
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 10-14-2018, 08:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,345
Posted By TJTx
I have them for my Alpine 3401RS and they are...

I have them for my Alpine 3401RS and they are great. I bought them after I lost plastic pads that blew out from the bed of my truck. The large hush pads are heavy and will not blow out.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 09-23-2018, 12:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,774
Posted By TJTx
My 2017.5 Alpine 3401RS bathroom sink drains to...

My 2017.5 Alpine 3401RS bathroom sink drains to the black tank as well. I guess the designers figure your hands are fecally after using the toilet.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 09-11-2018, 08:22 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 16,706
Posted By TJTx
IMO, the above recommendations are fine. I would...

IMO, the above recommendations are fine. I would go with only ST tires with the best load capacity. More importantly, I would invest in a quality TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System). I went with...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-23-2018, 08:31 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,341
Posted By TJTx
I agree with with all the previous posts. I,...

I agree with with all the previous posts. I, myself, have a 2005 Duramax which I purchased new. I kept up with maintenance and only used Rotella T6 full synthetic oil from the first oil change and...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 08-17-2018, 09:24 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,538
Posted By TJTx
I think the intensity in RV discussions rises and...

I think the intensity in RV discussions rises and falls based on the subject being discussed. In the case of riding in a trailer while moving, we are discussing life and limb and not “which portable...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 08-16-2018, 09:37 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,538
Posted By TJTx
As far as I know, it is illegal. Also, it is...

As far as I know, it is illegal. Also, it is (IMO), insane. You have no protection in the trailer when traveling. My wife and I witnessed a 5th wheel wreck on 35 coming home from Austin. The trailer...
Forum: Towing 07-30-2018, 01:47 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 21,134
Posted By TJTx
I just put timbres on my ‘05 Chevy Duramax...

I just put timbres on my ‘05 Chevy Duramax pulling an Alpine 3401RS and they work great. When installed correctly, they level the ride nicely. I went with Timbrens over air bags because there is no...
Forum: New Member Check in! 07-23-2018, 08:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,096
Posted By TJTx
Thanks to all for the warm welcome! This seems to...

Thanks to all for the warm welcome! This seems to be a great group of RVers.
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