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Forum: Fifth Wheels Yesterday, 03:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 153
Posted By jsb5717
If the truck is stock…not lifted…then you should...

If the truck is stock…not lifted…then you should be fine. Our full profile trailer sits just under 13’4” on our stock height 4x4 RAM.

It’s good to measure to be sure so you know your tolerances.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 04-13-2024, 08:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 228
Posted By jsb5717
Have you looked at your fuse? Take a look. If...

Have you looked at your fuse? Take a look. If it’s black, that’s a resettable fuse which can be problematic. Replace it with a standard blue 15a fuse and try again.

If the fuse is fine then...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 04-11-2024, 01:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 895
Posted By jsb5717
Go with what is proven and works. Our older Tire...

Go with what is proven and works. Our older Tire Minder system gave us way too many false alarms. TST 507 has been great. Big thumbs up…
Forum: Technical Corner 04-11-2024, 05:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 343
Posted By jsb5717
I agree with Chuckster…very few issues with the...

I agree with Chuckster…very few issues with the 360+ antenna…it’s just an antenna. It has a 50 mile-ish range, in ideal conditions, and is subject to interference like any other antenna.

Is the...
Forum: Travel Trailers 04-09-2024, 09:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 931
Posted By jsb5717
Not without bypassing the thermostat. So...

Not without bypassing the thermostat. So basically, no, it’s not really possible or practical…or safe. These furnaces aren’t very efficient, but they do heat fairly quickly, and use a lot of...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 04-09-2024, 08:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 224
Posted By jsb5717
Can you attach a pic of your thermostat? Can you...

Can you attach a pic of your thermostat? Can you remove it from the wall and take a pic of the back as well, showing the wiring? I’m wondering if it’s possible to just bypass the TStat for purposes...
Forum: New Member Check in! 04-07-2024, 09:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,300
Posted By jsb5717
The tuner I used seems harder to find now than it...

The tuner I used seems harder to find now than it did 15-20 years ago. It was a simple hand-held tuner that you would plug into the OBD port, tune as desired, then disconnect and store until next...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-28-2024, 10:09 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,485
Posted By jsb5717
Thanks, this is good to hear. Of all of the many...

Thanks, this is good to hear. Of all of the many videos I’ve seen there hasn’t been one that says that doing it is a mistake and all have claimed good results.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-25-2024, 09:10 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,485
Posted By jsb5717
It’s possible that they are…mine uses ATF4 fluid....

It’s possible that they are…mine uses ATF4 fluid. I reacted to the volume of videos that I saw specifically for my tranny, realizing that OEM’s can make manufacturing decisions that aren’t always...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-25-2024, 07:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,485
Posted By jsb5717
Interesting feedback. I have the 68RFE tranny...

Interesting feedback. I have the 68RFE tranny and all of the videos I’ve watched are about this tranny. The claims I’ve seen by a variety of RAM, diesel, and tranny folks on YouTube is that running...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-24-2024, 06:08 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,485
Posted By jsb5717
Transmission Thermal Bypass

So, the transmission thermal bypass. Has anyone done this? After coming across MANY YouTube videos on the topic I decided to install one on our RAM before taking off a week ago on a 2 month trip. I...
Forum: New Member Check in! 03-19-2024, 08:09 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,159
Posted By jsb5717
Congrats on the new rig. It looks like a nice...

Congrats on the new rig. It looks like a nice couple’s set up. Before I retired I spent a lot of time at the dining table when on the road. It worked just fine…I just had to clean it all up for...
Forum: General RV Issues 03-18-2024, 03:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 437
Posted By jsb5717
Assuming that you have a 360+ antenna then you...

Assuming that you have a 360+ antenna then you have cell capability. However, if you have no cell service then the antenna likely won’t find any either. If it’s just a WiFi antenna then it will...
Forum: Technical Corner 03-13-2024, 08:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 650
Posted By jsb5717
Ha...yes, very familiar with that one...and I...

Ha...yes, very familiar with that one...and I subscribe to it.

But since most rigs (ours included) don't have the soaking tub, I don't see the need for high-volume hot water. Although I'm sure...
Forum: Technical Corner 03-12-2024, 10:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 650
Posted By jsb5717
I suppose if you have a soaking tub then the...

I suppose if you have a soaking tub then the application makes sense. However...how many rigs have soaking tubs? How many RV buyers even want one? Since you don't see them in almost all newer RV's...
Forum: Technical Corner 03-12-2024, 09:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 650
Posted By jsb5717
Was the term "upgrade" tongue in cheek? :angel: ...

Was the term "upgrade" tongue in cheek? :angel: We don't have one but since they became mainstream I haven't seen them as an upgrade.

I'm sure I echo the sentiments of others in the inability to...
Forum: New Member Check in! 03-11-2024, 10:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,300
Posted By jsb5717
Good thought. You'll need a good brake...

Good thought. You'll need a good brake controller. I've found that the Tenkonsha P2 or P3 to be my favorites. I've used the P2 for years and like its control. There are both timed and progressive...
Forum: New Member Check in! 03-11-2024, 06:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,300
Posted By jsb5717
Interesting. Our 7.3 had a turbo and I hadn't...

Interesting. Our 7.3 had a turbo and I hadn't really considered that they made them without it. Ours didn't have that problem with smoke...even pulling long hills. Sure, some occasional smoke if I...
Forum: Prospective Owners' Questions 03-10-2024, 11:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 968
Posted By jsb5717
Depending on how far you're willing to travel to...

Depending on how far you're willing to travel to get a TH there are several on the market in the $50k range that don't need all that work. In ready-to-go condition the one you're looking at might be...
Forum: Prospective Owners' Questions 03-10-2024, 12:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 968
Posted By jsb5717
If you're a handy guy (sounds like you are) then...

If you're a handy guy (sounds like you are) then it's easy to look at something and think..."I can fix that". I tend to be like that so I get it. You want to find a good deal and fix what's...
Forum: New Member Check in! 03-10-2024, 07:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,300
Posted By jsb5717
Welcome aboard! Your set up will work just fine....

Welcome aboard! Your set up will work just fine.

I had a 2000 F250 with the 7.3 for many years. It was a great truck and took good care of us pulling our 5er that was probably about the same...
Forum: New Member Check in! 03-06-2024, 09:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 336
Posted By jsb5717
Welcome aboard! Nice floorplan, it's the one...

Welcome aboard! Nice floorplan, it's the one that replaced our model. And congrats on buying from a good dealer that takes care of issues. Not everyone can say that.

Enjoy the journey!
Forum: New Member Check in! 02-25-2024, 07:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 419
Posted By jsb5717
Welcome aboard! Many here use one of the Garmin...

Welcome aboard! Many here use one of the Garmin RV GPS models. We have the 770, which seems to take good care of us.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 02-24-2024, 10:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 493
Posted By jsb5717
Chuckster, have you seen these tables installed...

Chuckster, have you seen these tables installed without backing in the wall? I know it's possible that something was missed in assembly but I can't imagine that that system would have been...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 02-19-2024, 10:59 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,568
Posted By jsb5717
I agree. I don't think that the Andersen Hitch...

I agree. I don't think that the Andersen Hitch would cause frame flex/failure. But, as John was saying, it's not really about Andersen, or an other competent hitch alternative like Pullrite, Curt,...
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