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Forum: Prospective Owners' Questions 08-27-2021, 06:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,281
Posted By Mayne_Doc
John, do you know if you can replace 14" tires...

John, do you know if you can replace 14" tires with 15" tires? What's involved to make that change safe and towable?
Forum: Prospective Owners' Questions 08-26-2021, 07:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,281
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Thanks John. I find all the marketing by...

Thanks John. I find all the marketing by different companies muddles what is important in the build of a trailer. I know some of the companies are marketing “off road” capabilities including higher...
Forum: Prospective Owners' Questions 08-26-2021, 07:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,281
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Suspension & Axle question

I am wondering what people look for regarding the axles and suspension in travel trailers? The spring leaf suspension is common but are there better alternatives. I have heard "torsion axles" are...
Forum: Toy Haulers 05-08-2021, 09:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,759
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Found it.

I found the battery disconnect key and turned it to "on" and the slides and generator now work. Funny thing is that they worked before and I have touched the key so the battery must have discharged....
Forum: Toy Haulers 05-06-2021, 06:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,759
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Thanks everyone. Where is the battery...

Thanks everyone.

Where is the battery disconnect switch? Would that cause the generator not to fire? Also why would they not work if plugged into shore?

Where is the “key”

I do not recall...
Forum: Toy Haulers 05-05-2021, 11:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,759
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Mysterious Loss of power in slides

Hi. I could use some help solving a mystery. I have a Carbon 348 50amp with a 5000W generator.

Until I get my truck, I have the unit parked and have been working on it and getting to know its...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-15-2021, 08:39 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 22,720
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Safety

Hi. I followed the advice of the kind people on this forum and ordered a duelly diesel Ford F350 when I originally was going to order a SRW gas Ford F350.

I will be towing a 38ft 5er so 17000 lbs....
Forum: Toy Haulers 04-15-2021, 08:21 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,098
Posted By Mayne_Doc
I hope it's the bigger tank. That would help. ...

I hope it's the bigger tank. That would help.

Crossing my fingers. I will let you know. It will be months before I get it and it may be delayed because of the chip shortage and the shutdown of...
Forum: Toy Haulers 04-10-2021, 12:39 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,098
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Truck ordered

Well, the truck is being ordered next week. Here is what I ended up with:

F350 Supercab DRW 6.7L Turbo Diesel 4WD with 4.1 ratio and a 397amp alternator. 10 speed automatic

It has 17" tires and...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 02-25-2021, 11:42 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 31,319
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Thanks guys. I was thinking the same. Even...

Thanks guys.

I was thinking the same. Even if I place the garage at a diagonal on the deep lot, I may need to cement a ton! I can plan a wide garage door that would take up some of the back-end...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 02-25-2021, 10:54 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 31,319
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Smile Turning radius planning

Hi, I need some advice about turning radiuses since I am trying to plan a building on a 200x75ft lot. I want to build a pull-through RV garage with a small house and garage attached. I have a 39'...
Forum: Toy Haulers 02-20-2021, 10:20 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,098
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Hi. Was just at the dealership planning to...

Hi.

Was just at the dealership planning to order my F350 6.7 Turbo DWR extended cab Laramie in May. My 5fer is a Carbon 348 with a GVWR of about 17,000.

I have a question about a few things:
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-20-2021, 10:00 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,433
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Hi. Was just at the dealership planning to order...

Hi. Was just at the dealership planning to order my F350 6.7 Turbo DWR extended cab Laramie in May. My 5fer is a Carbon 348 with a GVWR of about 17,000.

I have a question about a few things:
...
Forum: Toy Haulers 02-16-2021, 08:51 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,098
Posted By Mayne_Doc
I am going to the Ford dealer on Thursday. I will...

I am going to the Ford dealer on Thursday. I will try to see what the payload is on the big gas 7.4L gas F350 with a crew cab. I want an extended cab with the long bed so I know I will have to order...
Forum: Toy Haulers 02-07-2021, 10:02 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,098
Posted By Mayne_Doc
John. Great info and I get it. Ford wants to have...

John. Great info and I get it. Ford wants to have high towing capacities; it’s great for marketing. Just to clarify the Ford capacity I mentioned is for 5th wheel towing for a F350 8’ 4x4 with a...
Forum: Toy Haulers 02-07-2021, 05:53 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,098
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Quick Question: The 5ver dry weight and load...

Quick Question: The 5ver dry weight and load rating is 17,000 with a hitch of 3150lbs. Is it still of the opinion that the F350 SRW with a rating of 19,000 doesn't have a large enough margin for...
Forum: Toy Haulers 02-07-2021, 01:41 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,098
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Thanks everyone. I am taking to heart all...

Thanks everyone. I am taking to heart all comments. I haven't bought the truck yet so everything you are telling me is getting registered. I would have bought a lighter RV but I need the space.
Forum: Toy Haulers 02-07-2021, 01:25 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,098
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Thanks. I was planning on ordering the truck. It...

Thanks. I was planning on ordering the truck. It prices out with all the options that I want at about $55K 8ft bed, 5th wheel prep, towing package etc. If it is not possible to order it, I will look...
Forum: Toy Haulers 02-07-2021, 10:27 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,098
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Gosh I hope not. I am allergic to diesel and need...

Gosh I hope not. I am allergic to diesel and need to use the truck for everyday use. The 2021 towing ratings for a 5ver are higher and if I get the 7.3L engine with the 4.3 diff. According to Ford's...
Forum: Toy Haulers 02-07-2021, 10:12 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,098
Posted By Mayne_Doc
:lol::lol:

:lol::lol:
Forum: Toy Haulers 02-07-2021, 08:22 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,098
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Well, every little bit counts right? I can now...

Well, every little bit counts right? I can now carry 96lbs more beer. Just kidding.

I am new to hauling a 39ft 18,000 GVWR Carbon 348 so still learning about the importance of weight. I don’t have...
Forum: Toy Haulers 02-06-2021, 09:51 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,098
Posted By Mayne_Doc
I was surprised to learn my new Carbon 348 has a...

I was surprised to learn my new Carbon 348 has a propane only tankless system. I wanted to be able to be 100% electric. At least have the choice. One of the problems of researching online. I don’t...
Forum: Keystone Questions 02-04-2021, 11:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,992
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Smile Wow. Thanks everyone. I'm new to this site and...

Wow. Thanks everyone. I'm new to this site and Keystone (not Rving - I had a 26ft Winnebago class A for years). This site is so great! Thank you for the very helpful information. Very much...
Forum: Keystone Questions 02-04-2021, 01:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,992
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Thank you. I don’t plan to boondock much of at...

Thank you. I don’t plan to boondock much of at all. I’m unfamiliar with a dogbone. What is it?

Appreciate the help.
Forum: Keystone Questions 02-03-2021, 06:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,992
Posted By Mayne_Doc
Chuckster57 Quick question - when you store your...

Chuckster57 Quick question - when you store your rig do you leave it plugged into a 50amp plug or do you use a battery minder? It is my understanding it is not a good idea to plug a 50amp unit to a...
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