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Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 12-07-2023, 10:36 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,654
Posted By lcarver02
Exactly what happened to mine (bought new) after...

Exactly what happened to mine (bought new) after 14 months. I immediately took all of them off and bought some goodyear tires. They are great. Also replaced the spare. Good idea to stay away from...
Forum: Travel Trailers 12-03-2023, 08:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,069
Posted By lcarver02
You need to know the weight of the trailer also. ...

You need to know the weight of the trailer also. Balls are rated by Class. You must look at the specs on the Hitch and ball. Most trailers use a Class IV Ball (weights vary). There is not much...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 02-12-2023, 10:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,013
Posted By lcarver02
You got a good deal on some very good tires. ...

You got a good deal on some very good tires. Same here, and glad I went to them. always 80 PSI. Lode E.
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 02-12-2023, 10:24 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 32,607
Posted By lcarver02
Get rid of all the China Bombs. Buy Goodyear...

Get rid of all the China Bombs. Buy Goodyear Endurance, very good tires made in the USA. Air them to max pressure posted on the tire. Load E is 80 I believe. Best to go up one load range than you...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-12-2023, 10:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,697
Posted By lcarver02
I had this happen to my 1997 SW10Gallon just a...

I had this happen to my 1997 SW10Gallon just a couple years after buying. It was caused by the control electronic box located (usually) on top of the water tank. If you disconnect the box (usually...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 09-08-2022, 12:32 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 14,748
Posted By lcarver02
Go up to the E Load Range, some advice is to go...

Go up to the E Load Range, some advice is to go to Goodyear Endurance and avoid the China Bombs. Be sure to note the pressure change to 80 PSI and the wheel will work fine. You can check if you...
Forum: Travel Trailers 08-11-2022, 05:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,100
Posted By lcarver02
Battery Issues

You may need to install a disconnect switch. Long story short, if you are not hooked up to power, your trailer will always have some draw and this will drain the battery or batteries. So keep your...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 06-27-2022, 12:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,100
Posted By lcarver02
The Spindle is likely bent, a Trailer Repair...

The Spindle is likely bent, a Trailer Repair Location can do an alignment check and tell you. Hope you don't need a new axle, but I think you will. If there is one, there could be two damaged axles.
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 06-27-2022, 12:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,479
Posted By lcarver02
Some advice from a person who experienced a real...

Some advice from a person who experienced a real China Bomb blow out with damage to trailer and nearly a life ending accident. You have four China Bombs (DANGER) given what you wrote about the tires...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 06-26-2022, 03:23 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,100
Posted By lcarver02
Severe Toe Out - Bent axle from impact is most...

Severe Toe Out - Bent axle from impact is most likely. Need to get this fixed ASAP. Get a Goodyear Tire and Air it to max. My Endurance tires look great after two years. Inspect your tires much...
Forum: Keystone Questions 06-26-2022, 03:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,266
Posted By lcarver02
Your exactly right. I have zero faith in China...

Your exactly right. I have zero faith in China Bombs from any manufacturer. They will separate with no warning, even if inflated and checked on each trip. Better to get rid of them now. I went to...
Forum: Travel Trailers 05-23-2022, 05:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,952
Posted By lcarver02
Perhaps the filter on the end of your kitchen...

Perhaps the filter on the end of your kitchen sink faucet is plugged. Likely it has one, but may not. Otherwise, unknown.
Forum: Towing 05-23-2022, 04:59 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 14,430
Posted By lcarver02
In one word - Yes

In one word - Yes
Forum: Towing 05-22-2022, 01:13 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 14,430
Posted By lcarver02
Some good advice. I worked for Ford Motor for 25...

Some good advice. I worked for Ford Motor for 25 years, personally experienced this with several fleets that reduced their tire pressures to 45 - 55 PSI on a tire that should have a max of 80 PSI. ...
Forum: Towing 05-22-2022, 01:02 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 14,430
Posted By lcarver02
Make sure you have the right tires for your...

Make sure you have the right tires for your Trailer installed. Easy to check specs on-line. Set the tire pressure cold to the maximum rating stated ON THE TIRE. Good advice to always run at...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 02-06-2022, 05:11 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 20,611
Posted By lcarver02
As others have said, get the China bombs off...

As others have said, get the China bombs off ASAP. I had the same size tires and had a huge bulge (it is documented in a Forum Post you can look up). These tires were two years old, and less than...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-30-2022, 10:57 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,371
Posted By lcarver02
First, there is no tow calculator or chart as...

First, there is no tow calculator or chart as each person has some unique towing needs or desires. Some advice would be to first pick a trailer you like, or style you will like for at least 10...
Forum: Toy Haulers 08-12-2021, 09:14 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 13,068
Posted By lcarver02
Seal it up well, get several bars of Irish Spring...

Seal it up well, get several bars of Irish Spring Soap (it works as said), cut them in pieces and put them around the trailer on the inside, remember where you put them. Don't park your trailer in a...
Forum: Towing 08-12-2021, 09:06 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,584
Posted By lcarver02
Getting Sway Bars loose easily (usually)

I have had a few 20 to 26 foot trailers, and do have similar issues at times. Before taking the stabilizer bars loose (off) from the Weight Distributing Hitch I simply put the Trailer Tongue Jack...
Forum: Travel Trailers 07-22-2021, 12:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,510
Posted By lcarver02
Have an electrician install a 3-prong RV Outlet...

Have an electrician install a 3-prong RV Outlet on your house. Plug your RV directly to the outlet. I believe this is 30A capacity, guess you could get a 4 prong 50A. You should not need that. ...
Forum: Keystone Questions 07-22-2021, 12:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,313
Posted By lcarver02
Good advice. I had my Keystone Cover stolen in...

Good advice. I had my Keystone Cover stolen in Glens Ferry, WY. I bought one for $15 at State Trailer and used four Tarp Bunge clamps an two tight bungies - bought a can selection at Walmart. Has...
Forum: Towing 07-22-2021, 12:37 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 21,555
Posted By lcarver02
Yes, 2021 F-350 DRW with Heavy Duty Payload and...

Yes, 2021 F-350 DRW with Heavy Duty Payload and all those things listed above. You will need a pot-load of money and it will come with some very good features and rubber. Best be sure your trailer...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 07-18-2021, 07:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,607
Posted By lcarver02
Get This Important Wiring Done Right

Might be a very good idea to take this into a RV Shop and have an experienced technician work on it. Verify that all the items noted in this thread are working properly. Failure to do this right...
Forum: Towing 07-15-2021, 07:35 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 15,725
Posted By lcarver02
You should go try a newer (last 4 years) F-150...

You should go try a newer (last 4 years) F-150 with a Gen 2 Eco Boost engine and 8 or 10 speed trans. Much different, but take some getting used too. Big improvement for sure. Do some test drives....
Forum: Towing 07-15-2021, 07:19 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 15,725
Posted By lcarver02
Not sure what the specs are for your existing...

Not sure what the specs are for your existing truck - engine size, towing package, rear axle ratio. Very important. If you go with a diesel, you are going way over what you really need, and likely...
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