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Forum: Toy Haulers 01-09-2024, 10:44 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,901
Posted By travelin texans
I used a candle or paraffin wax used for canning,...

I used a candle or paraffin wax used for canning, much less mess than grease. A box of the paraffin wax has lasted about 15 years.
I also used it on door latches & slam latches throughout the house...
Forum: Travel Trailers 01-09-2024, 10:21 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,501
Posted By travelin texans
You claim you have 2 - 30 gallon tanks? Most...

You claim you have 2 - 30 gallon tanks?
Most TTs of any length have 3 waste holding tanks, 1 bath, 1 kitchen & 1 black tank. If yours is backing up into the shower I'm guessing your bath grey tank...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 01-04-2024, 03:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,829
Posted By travelin texans
"her boyfriend hooked a hose up to the fresh...

"her boyfriend hooked a hose up to the fresh water flush ( he said it was dark)"
He hooked to the black tank flush? There is no "fresh water flush" that I'm aware of.
He overfilled the fresh water...
Forum: Toy Haulers 12-31-2023, 10:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 650
Posted By travelin texans
Aluminum studs are difficult to locate with a...

Aluminum studs are difficult to locate with a stud finder. Also do not rely on the studs to being on any specific spacing like a home.
Forum: Campgrounds & Destinations 12-22-2023, 12:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,962
Posted By travelin texans
Have lived in a rv resort between Tucson &...

Have lived in a rv resort between Tucson & Phoenix for the last 7 years & have never had any concerns with illegals.
I'll have admit though we DO NOT watch any news networks, local or national, 90%...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 12-08-2023, 06:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,896
Posted By travelin texans
Didn't realize I was so tall til lately getting...

Didn't realize I was so tall til lately getting up from working on the floor or ground, it sure seems to be a long way up.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-07-2023, 03:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,771
Posted By travelin texans
I spent 30+ years in the oilfield & this...

I spent 30+ years in the oilfield & this statement is absolutely FALSE!
There are so many government regulations in place for any/all oilfield companies that the company I worked for any spill of...
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 12-07-2023, 03:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,090
Posted By travelin texans
My last16.5k lb 5th wheel came equipped with GY G...

My last16.5k lb 5th wheel came equipped with GY G rated 614s, they wore good & lasted 5+ years/50k +/- miles, no complaints. When time to replace them Performance Trailer Braking, that did the disc...
Forum: Toy Haulers 12-01-2023, 10:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,572
Posted By travelin texans
I see several promoting using this device. The...

I see several promoting using this device. The issue is if there's a couple 90° bends in the drain line there's no water pressure past those bends, it's basically just adding a small bit of water...
Forum: New Member Check in! 11-22-2023, 07:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,003
Posted By travelin texans
Not to pile more on, but Iceman has a good point!...

Not to pile more on, but Iceman has a good point!
Typically 5th wheels have a 20-25% of their weight as pin weight, i.e. 10000lb GVWR x 25% =2500lbs, there are very few 1/2 trucks with that much...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-19-2023, 04:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,528
Posted By travelin texans
And all were called "so called experts" when...

And all were called "so called experts" when mentioning towing a 17k lb 5er with a F250 most likely a bit much for the truck cause the calculations were not correct.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-18-2023, 09:39 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,698
Posted By travelin texans
I'm going to pile with everyone else, but you, &...

I'm going to pile with everyone else, but you, & state with a 3/4 ton truck, even if it is a Ford, hitching up to a 17k lb 5th wheel for fulltime travel you WILL be overloaded!
If there's any doubt...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-13-2023, 08:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,554
Posted By travelin texans
Exactly! The resort we're in treats all our...

Exactly!
The resort we're in treats all our water by RO then is stored in aboveground stainless tanks. By late summer the cold water is by far hotter than the water heater supplies & I do shut off...
Forum: Travel Trailers 11-08-2023, 07:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 717
Posted By travelin texans
And could easily spend the day in Bontragers Rv...

And could easily spend the day in Bontragers Rv Surplus in Sturgis Michigan which is not too far away either. You wouldn't believe the stuff you might find there, possibly even your tub.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-03-2023, 07:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,146
Posted By travelin texans
The 2 most meaningless weights to use to pair a...

The 2 most meaningless weights to use to pair a rv to a tow vehicle are the max tow rating of any tow vehicle vs the dry weight of any rv. Using these 2 weights for any calculations will only result...
Forum: New Member Check in! 11-01-2023, 12:45 PM
Replies: 5
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Views: 584
Posted By travelin texans
Not to rain your parade, but that's a 16500lb...

Not to rain your parade, but that's a 16500lb GVWR 5TH wheel with a 3700+lb pin weight (23% of the GVWR), that's a lot for most 3/4 ton trucks, regardless whether diesel or gas!
Will your truck...
Forum: Keystone Questions 10-30-2023, 08:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 936
Posted By travelin texans
Here's a couple considerations. Are you...

Here's a couple considerations.
Are you physically able to tote the heavy cover up a ladder then hopscotch around everything on the roof to get it rolled out while 12'+ up in the air, then do it...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 10-23-2023, 08:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,163
Posted By travelin texans
Exactly! If the rust bothers you wire brush it...

Exactly!
If the rust bothers you wire brush it & paint it with some Rustoleum paint & forget about it. I'd be far more worried if there's sections of the LP lines exposed to road hazards using...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-23-2023, 08:10 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,859
Posted By travelin texans
Same here! I did read the instructions & did...

Same here!
I did read the instructions & did it as per instructions, but someone somewhere between the factory & my 1st time using it at about 3000 miles pumped all 4 drums full of grease.
Glad...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-21-2023, 08:15 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,859
Posted By travelin texans
I'd wholeheartedly agree! Mine only had about...

I'd wholeheartedly agree!
Mine only had about 5-6k miles on them, I had given each wheel 5 pumps of grease once in that time, only to find all 4 drums full of grease, probably an entire tube in...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 10-20-2023, 07:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,859
Posted By travelin texans
I'd strongly recommend NEVER pump grease into...

I'd strongly recommend NEVER pump grease into the EZ Liube system! I know myself & a couple of close friends that used as per instructions & found grease in the brake drums, mine had all 4 full of...
Forum: Toy Haulers 10-20-2023, 03:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,440
Posted By travelin texans
Before placing the order to Trekwood inquire...

Before placing the order to Trekwood inquire about the shipping cost for those little plastic corners. Typically their shipping charges are highway robbery. Wouldn't be a bit surprised that the...
Forum: Technical Corner 10-18-2023, 08:18 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,639
Posted By travelin texans
Be sure it's in an unlocked compartment. There...

Be sure it's in an unlocked compartment. There are plenty of good hiding spots outside.
If locked inside it wouldn't be much of spare if you need a key to get to it.
I kept a set hidden outside, a...
Forum: Technical Corner 10-06-2023, 08:09 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,532
Posted By travelin texans
I've been in the same boat more than once! ...

I've been in the same boat more than once!
Arrive at the campground & all the sites are 30 amp for my 50 amp 5th wheel.
Since that time I carry a 30 to 50, a 15 to 30 & a 30 to 15 adapters also a...
Forum: Prospective Owners' Questions 10-03-2023, 12:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,126
Posted By travelin texans
New or used, if you're not experienced in rv...

New or used, if you're not experienced in rv operations & maintenance I'd strongly suggest hiring an independent rv inspector to go over your potential purchase before signing anything. Then be sure...
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