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Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 04-19-2017, 08:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,854
Posted By Gadgetmonster
That floating key is just another amazing do-dad...

That floating key is just another amazing do-dad found only in a Keystone RV. :)
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 04-19-2017, 08:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,854
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Sanitizing Cougar water system

My first year sanitizing the fresh water system was a challenge. Owner's manual is too generic to give details. The goal is simple. Add 1/4 cup of bleach for every 15 gal of fresh water your tank...
Forum: Travel Trailers 07-20-2016, 02:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,350
Posted By Gadgetmonster
So the rear wall is fastened around the perimeter...

So the rear wall is fastened around the perimeter and places like the window mounting. That is good news. Thanks.
Forum: Travel Trailers 07-19-2016, 05:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,350
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Outside wall flexes

Outside on the rear of our 2015, 33res the exterior wall panel flexes when you lean on it. Pushes in a good 1/4" in the center of the wall about 5-6 ft off the ground. Should this exterior wall panel...
Forum: Travel Trailers 06-28-2016, 02:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,532
Posted By Gadgetmonster
I just don't think the problem happens with gear...

I just don't think the problem happens with gear drives as much as it does on cable drives. It appears that the spray lube creates a "gummyness" or some change in friction and when the cables try and...
Forum: Travel Trailers 06-24-2016, 06:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,772
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Wd 40

Good idea...
Forum: Travel Trailers 06-23-2016, 06:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,772
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Locking doors... great idea. $27 Amazon Prime....

Locking doors... great idea. $27 Amazon Prime. Smart
Forum: Travel Trailers 06-23-2016, 06:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,772
Posted By Gadgetmonster
33 RES - two questions

If you have one then you know how hard it is to push in the waste water slide valves. The T handles are tucked way up behind the fender skirt. I have to get a cushion pad to kneel down on to get my...
Forum: Travel Trailers 05-09-2016, 01:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,532
Posted By Gadgetmonster
This sure seems odd. Slides operate smooth as...

This sure seems odd. Slides operate smooth as silk so as preventative measure you clean and wipe the seals with treatment. This causes pretty violent jerking in and out. Having trouble getting my...
Forum: Travel Trailers 05-09-2016, 03:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,532
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Bedroom is gear and it works fine. Trouble is...

Bedroom is gear and it works fine. Trouble is with the kitchen and living room, both are cable.
Forum: Travel Trailers 05-09-2016, 02:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,532
Posted By Gadgetmonster
https://https://i66.tinypic.com/bi2hp2.jpg Dealer...

https://https://i66.tinypic.com/bi2hp2.jpg
Dealer sold it to me when we picked up the TT new. First time applying it.
https://i66.tinypic.com/bi2hp2.jpg
Forum: Travel Trailers 05-08-2016, 05:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,532
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Slide outs jerky travel

New 33res, just the treated rubber seals. Now the slide outs go in and out jumpy. Jerk, jerk, jerk... as it travels. Does that happen when the new seal treatment is applied? Both of the rear slides...
Forum: Travel Trailers 05-08-2016, 05:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,126
Posted By Gadgetmonster
33res pinched wires under kitchen slide out

Pinched wires on 33res kitchen slide out, underside. When closed the wires next to the gas fitting were pressing hard on the L shaped plastic support that the single layer rubber seal is attached to...
Forum: Technical Corner 12-14-2015, 04:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,733
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Just picked up the unit yesterday. When we...

Just picked up the unit yesterday.
When we went to pick it up a few weeks ago it did not go all that well.

Slide toppers look good and function OK.

They did not add any screws in the table...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 11-17-2015, 03:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,095
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Nice work Sir.

Nice work Sir.
Forum: Technical Corner 11-13-2015, 07:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,690
Posted By Gadgetmonster
They have to know better...

Power trailer jack... when they install it they slide it down a 2" hole. The mounting holes in the jack line up with pre drilled holes in the frame just behind the ball. They attached the jack with...
Forum: Technical Corner 11-13-2015, 06:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,207
Posted By Gadgetmonster
I have always had the knack for backing a...

I have always had the knack for backing a trailer. My wife on the other hand... we have a boat and if she backs the empty trailer down the ramp, well let's just say she would love this feature.
Forum: Technical Corner 11-13-2015, 06:35 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,733
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Dealer called today saying our trailer is...

Dealer called today saying our trailer is finished. Here are the results...

Furnace: Many of you mentioned it might be this. When they lowered the bottom belly panel they found way too many feet...
Forum: Technical Corner 11-09-2015, 07:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,733
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Sounds logical... I may regret it but black goes...

Sounds logical... I may regret it but black goes really well with the exterior of the unit. I am hoping the open space between the topper fabric and the slide roof will allow for enough air flow to...
Forum: Technical Corner 11-09-2015, 08:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,733
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Dropped the RV off this weekend for warranty work...

Dropped the RV off this weekend for warranty work and agreed to have them install 3 slide toppers. Two 150" and one 82". Carefree basic model, black, $1500 installed.

They will research and repair...
Forum: Campfire Chatter 11-09-2015, 06:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,686
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Here is how it came down... Sunday he was to...

Here is how it came down...
Sunday he was to come down to buy the thing sight unseen. I texted him that I had an emergency and could do it on Monday. He said OK, Monday noon at an address that was...
Forum: Campfire Chatter 10-24-2015, 06:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,686
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Selling a trailer, I'm worried the buyer is a scammer

Im selling a trailer around $25,000 on Craig's list. I'm in Indy. Guy from south side of Chicago texts me with a few questions like do I hold a clear title. Then he want's to meet tomorrow to see it....
Forum: Technical Corner 10-23-2015, 09:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,733
Posted By Gadgetmonster
I hear that they recently dropped the ladder on...

I hear that they recently dropped the ladder on the Cougar XLites and mine does not have one. So I would have to pack a ladder to be able to clean. The other concern is in a heavy rain or if you had...
Forum: Technical Corner 10-22-2015, 03:21 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,733
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Great advice on using electric heat. I have a...

Great advice on using electric heat. I have a ceramic heater that does a great job.. perfect for this application. One in bedroom and one in living room should keep propane use to a minimum.

Our...
Forum: Technical Corner 10-21-2015, 06:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,733
Posted By Gadgetmonster
Thanks for all the good info. I will try and...

Thanks for all the good info. I will try and respond when I have a resolution.
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