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Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 10-05-2023, 08:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,309
Posted By tommy_z
I pulled out my burners and replaced with an...

I pulled out my burners and replaced with an induction unit. Works great if you have 110VAC. When dry camping, I use a portable butane burner which has much better flame control and more BTU than...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 10-05-2023, 08:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,055
Posted By tommy_z
I just replaced my front cap. Don't DIY. Just...

I just replaced my front cap. Don't DIY. Just don't.

Materials were ~$700, but all my labor and help needed made me understand why the rest of the cost was worth having a properly equipped...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 09-24-2023, 02:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 352
Posted By tommy_z
Alternate roof seam ideas

The radiused front cap on my Passport has buckled/delaminated from a leak. I'm going to replace the whole front filon piece with new using a luan backer instead of the press-board the factory used....
Forum: New Keystone Classifieds | For Sale and Wanted 04-29-2023, 07:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 486
Posted By tommy_z
FREE jacknife love seat - Texas

Love seat size jack knife sofa bed. Metal frame with 2016 foam/fabric that is worn out . Frame in excellent condition. Great core if you want to recover it for your project. Cannot ship. Pickup...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 04-20-2023, 04:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,501
Posted By tommy_z
I ended up doing something similar to both...

I ended up doing something similar to both suggestions.

I bought strips of vinyl floor base moulding and attached with Gorilla tape. Cost $13.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 04-15-2023, 08:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,501
Posted By tommy_z
How to seal gap after slide roller mod

I replaced my wear bar with rollers. I also replaced my slide floor with new plywood and coated the bottom slide in fiberglass resin for weather protection. Last thing I need to solve is how to...
Forum: Technical Corner 06-09-2019, 05:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,364
Posted By tommy_z
You have a big battery, the deep cycle version...

You have a big battery, the deep cycle version only offers a little more RC. Two 6V batteries will get you more though.

I went through similar issues and did two things that helped a lot. I...
Forum: Technical Corner 05-08-2019, 03:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,150
Posted By tommy_z
Unlikely I'd personally encounter that situation....

Unlikely I'd personally encounter that situation. I did it this way for the safety and stealth attributes. The cable is "protected" by being fully concealed in the belly. The switch was just an...
Forum: Technical Corner 05-07-2019, 02:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,150
Posted By tommy_z
Not the most photogenic mod, but here are a few...

Not the most photogenic mod, but here are a few to give the idea.

I bought a 30A extension cord and cut off the female end. I lowered the belly pan and fed the cut end through an existing hole in...
Forum: Technical Corner 05-05-2019, 05:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,150
Posted By tommy_z
Installed a transfer switch

I wanted a clean way to run the trailer from a generator riding in the truck, so I ran a dedicated power cable and used the WFCO transfer switch.

I gotta say, that switch works surprisingly well...
Forum: Travel Trailers 05-05-2019, 04:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,671
Posted By tommy_z
Bottle jack owners: Do you place the jack on the...

Bottle jack owners: Do you place the jack on the axle to change a tire? Do you use anything to increase the contact area between jack and axle?
Forum: Classifieds Archive 01-02-2019, 05:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,327
Posted By tommy_z
Package has been sold

Package has been sold
Forum: Campgrounds & Destinations 12-09-2018, 07:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,742
Posted By tommy_z
Thousand Trails parks network

I learned about this membership network, and it looks good to me. Anyone have experienced opinions on it?

https://www.thousandtrails.com
Forum: Classifieds Archive 11-05-2018, 06:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,327
Posted By tommy_z
ProSeries WD hitch w/ Sway control

This exact setup with an extra friction bar setup (two total).

https://www.etrailer.com/Weight-Distribution/Pro-Series/PS49903.html

One ball mount for second friction bar slightly bent. Still...
Forum: Technical Corner 11-05-2018, 05:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,336
Posted By tommy_z
I use a Chromecast, which draws from my Tmobile...

I use a Chromecast, which draws from my Tmobile phone that is setup as a hotspot. It draws from my unlimited data plan. As long as I have Tmo coverage, I can stream anything without issue, and cast...
Forum: Towing 11-05-2018, 03:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,364
Posted By tommy_z
" If needed you would want the safety chains to...

" If needed you would want the safety chains to pull straight where they wouldn't hang up on anything" that's how I saw it too and thought made the best sense.
Forum: Towing 11-04-2018, 03:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,364
Posted By tommy_z
Andersen No-Sway and Safety Chains

For anyone with the Andersen No-Sway setup, I'm not sure if the safety chains should route over or under the triangle plate.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/sbv6oe7pfsajsz7/over%20plate.jpg?dl=0
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Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 11-04-2018, 07:38 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,443
Posted By tommy_z
Went through this issue recently myself. It was...

Went through this issue recently myself. It was suggested I had a control board problem, but it was just air in the propane line or corrosion on the flame sensor.

I wouldn't call removal...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 10-28-2018, 04:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,572
Posted By tommy_z
Recommendation for interior cabinet latches

Had a bumpy trip with my TT recently, and the contents of my pantry shifted enough to open the door and fall out. I'm looking for another kind of latch that requires deliberate undoing to open the...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-21-2018, 08:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,591
Posted By tommy_z
Since the unit is so serviceable (sarcasm), I...

Since the unit is so serviceable (sarcasm), I decided to keep cycling it about 10 times, and it finally started working right. I think disconnecting the lines to the tank might have allowed air in....
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-17-2018, 02:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,591
Posted By tommy_z
Furnace flame out after few seconds

I'm giving my Dometic furnace a shake down and find that it shuts off prematurely.

Blower comes on, I get ignition, I hear the flame for a few seconds, then the flame goes out. I confirmed HOT...
Forum: Travel Trailers 09-01-2018, 06:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,165
Posted By tommy_z
Mopar Madman: Would love to see a picture of the...

Mopar Madman: Would love to see a picture of the wire molding on the outside if you have one.
Forum: Travel Trailers 08-30-2018, 02:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,165
Posted By tommy_z
Wired Camera install on Passport Elite

I'm planning to install a wired tow camera to the rear of my 2620BH. Rather than have the cable exposed along the roof, I wanted to run it down the backside of the trailer in the wall, then go...
Forum: General RV Issues 01-07-2017, 08:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,992
Posted By tommy_z
Outside Storage

I see many people store their RV under some kind of roof, whether an enclosed garage, awning, carport, or even a cover. And then there are many more who do none of the above.

Is the general idea...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 11-06-2016, 04:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 12,493
Posted By tommy_z
Re: Fan upgrade without cutting

I wanted a little more power from the bathroom fan, but nothing like what my MaxxAir can do. I opted for an 8" computer fan and swapped it for the toy fan the trailer came with. It made a notable...
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