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Forum: Fifth Wheels 09-15-2022, 07:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,564
Posted By PauliWalnuts
I wouldn't have it. Just another thing to leak. ...

I wouldn't have it. Just another thing to leak. As was mentioned if you want to drink water drink either bottled water or use some sort of filter (brita, zero, whole camper filter etc. I am...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-04-2022, 04:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 19,567
Posted By PauliWalnuts
Yea not really interested in the Anderson or any...

Yea not really interested in the Anderson or any lightweight hitch that only connects at the gooseball. I want something that connects to the factory pucks. I realize many do it all the time...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-02-2022, 04:28 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 19,567
Posted By PauliWalnuts
Agreed. I have heard a couple versions one that...

Agreed. I have heard a couple versions one that the pin box companies don't want to pay for the testing to satisfy lippert and second that lippert owns reese so they want to direct revenue there. ...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-01-2022, 07:10 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 19,567
Posted By PauliWalnuts
I have heard very good things about the Gen Y...

I have heard very good things about the Gen Y Executive. I like it because it doesn't have an air bag, and is less maintenance. The main issue is it could potentially void the lippert frame...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-30-2022, 12:21 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 19,567
Posted By PauliWalnuts
They also has a version that is lighter that...

They also has a version that is lighter that installs using the puck system

https://www.etrailer.com/Fifth-Wheel-Hitch/B-and-W/BWRVK3305.html

I think if I had a goose ball already I would...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-30-2022, 10:31 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 19,567
Posted By PauliWalnuts
It is a 2021 F250 SB. I would use the Companion...

It is a 2021 F250 SB. I would use the Companion with the puck system as that is the lightest hitch. I also after doing some research I think using the pucks is better because the hitch is attached...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-30-2022, 02:27 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 19,567
Posted By PauliWalnuts
Thanks for all the replies. I am still going to...

Thanks for all the replies. I am still going to do some measurements but I think I am going to go with the factory puck system and the BW Companion, but will also look at the Demco Recon. I...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-29-2022, 06:48 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 19,567
Posted By PauliWalnuts
Every video I have seen that is what they have...

Every video I have seen that is what they have done. It actually doesn't look that difficult. At a minimum you would have to lift it off the bed and not sure you could get the clearance as the...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-29-2022, 06:33 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 19,567
Posted By PauliWalnuts
I think I have 3 options 1. Reese Goosebox ...

I think I have 3 options

1. Reese Goosebox
Pros
I can install a BW turnover ball and use a 4" extender and from what i can
tell from other posters will give me 80+ degree...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-29-2022, 04:31 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 19,567
Posted By PauliWalnuts
It was a thread that was about a year ago and...

It was a thread that was about a year ago and ultimately closed. It is a Ford F250. Considering a couple Keystones with the Max Turn Technology. You read or talk to some hitch people and they swear...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-29-2022, 04:01 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 19,567
Posted By PauliWalnuts
Max turn technology. ? With a short bed

I have a very specific question that I would like answered. I just read through a 5 page thread that attempted to answer the same question. That question is

Do you need a slider hitch to tow...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-26-2022, 12:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,261
Posted By PauliWalnuts
Sorry that is the payload on the yellow sticker...

Sorry that is the payload on the yellow sticker on my F250 not my F350. I got the 6340 number from the other sticker on the door pillar. Just goes to support my opinion that F250s have much more...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-26-2022, 11:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,261
Posted By PauliWalnuts
I still think it is close. The dry pin weight is...

I still think it is close. The dry pin weight is only 17%. Based on 17% that means ~ 11, 600 lbs for the axle assuming the load is spread evenly. Then you also have holding tanks which carry...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-26-2022, 10:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,261
Posted By PauliWalnuts
Arcadia 3660RL

How can this trailer be outfitted with 6000 lb axes when the max weight is 14k lbs? The advertised dry weight is 11, 030 and the carrying capacity is 2470? I am sure the engineers at Keystone have...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-24-2022, 05:07 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,544
Posted By PauliWalnuts
We vacillate back and forth. Leaning toward the...

We vacillate back and forth. Leaning toward the Arcadia. We have likely ruled out the Cougar as the 1/2 bath takes up counter space and cabinetry in the kitchen and how often do you really need a...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-24-2022, 04:47 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,544
Posted By PauliWalnuts
You were not hijacking the thread anymore than...

You were not hijacking the thread anymore than the weight police weighing in even after I explained that i had a dually so weight was not a consideration. I probably didn't explain myself very well...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-19-2022, 04:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,544
Posted By PauliWalnuts
We actually won't be taking much more than we...

We actually won't be taking much more than we have now in our TT, I am just looking forward to having a place to hang my clothes and not feel like I am living out of a suitcase. I like for...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-18-2022, 07:06 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,544
Posted By PauliWalnuts
Yea business has been good. Had to buy from 3...

Yea business has been good. Had to buy from 3 diff dealers due to supply issues.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-18-2022, 09:26 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,544
Posted By PauliWalnuts
Dutch and George. Thanks for the feedback. I...

Dutch and George. Thanks for the feedback. I think we have ruled out the Cougar. It was enticing at first because the DW thought it would be nice for guests to use the 1/2 bath and while the front...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-18-2022, 08:16 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,544
Posted By PauliWalnuts
Yea it is irrelevant. Basically the Reflection...

Yea it is irrelevant. Basically the Reflection has a dry weight of 2200 which will prob equate to 27-2800 based on how we load our trailer. I appreciate all the weight police checking in but I have...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-18-2022, 07:34 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,544
Posted By PauliWalnuts
I have a F350 DRW which should handle any of...

I have a F350 DRW which should handle any of those rigs.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-18-2022, 07:22 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,544
Posted By PauliWalnuts
Considering new 5er

I am considering upgrading my Outback 292URL to a fifth wheel for more space storage. Main upgrades that are necessities

More kitchen storage/prep space
More bathroom space/storage and larger...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-23-2021, 06:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,070
Posted By PauliWalnuts
F150 vs F250 Towing experiences

I have a Keystone Outback 292 RL which has a max weight of 9500lbs and an overall length of 33ft. We aren't loaded that heavy but likely in the 8000 lbs range. My original tow vehicle was a 2021...
Forum: Towing 02-16-2021, 04:10 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,043
Posted By PauliWalnuts
That is what I call putting a $500 saddle on a...

That is what I call putting a $500 saddle on a $50 horse. When a vehicle gets over 150k miles and an engine or trans needs rebuilding/replacing time for a new vehicle even if it is a new to me...
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