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Forum: Full-timers & Snowbirds 06-03-2021, 07:22 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 22,046
Posted By dieselsmoke
I have a champion 100302. Its perfect!! Its...

I have a champion 100302. Its perfect!! Its easy move move, Its an inverter which makes it super quiet and it starts on the first pull every time. I got mine at home depot (special order) for...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-27-2020, 08:19 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,983
Posted By dieselsmoke
https://www.genosgarage.com/product/lukeslink-bush...

https://www.genosgarage.com/product/lukeslink-bushingkt2/trackbar-rebuild


These panhard bar bushings solved my problem. I had death wobble on my 2007 ram diesel. Everything was tight but these...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 09-26-2019, 12:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,634
Posted By dieselsmoke
ac supply wires burnt behind water heater

Hot water heater works on gas but not on ac. After 2 hours of troubleshooting I finally found the AC power wires on the back of my hot water heater totally melted with the outer jacket burnt off. ...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 09-04-2018, 04:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,445
Posted By dieselsmoke
added stabilizers

I just wanted to post something I tried that worked really well. We use our 5th wheel for family camping and to go to some races with friends. I notice the camper has more "shake" to it than I...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-11-2017, 07:09 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,758
Posted By dieselsmoke
leaking propane tank

Hey all, Just wanted to post about a small problem I had that everyone should look out for. I went to have an empty 30lb propane tank filled and immediately the attendant found it was leaking. ...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 04-22-2017, 04:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,683
Posted By dieselsmoke
Thanks for the advice, that's what I'll be doing

Thanks for the advice, that's what I'll be doing
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 04-22-2017, 08:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,683
Posted By dieselsmoke
proper sealant/caulk product question

While getting my keystone hideout 298bhds ready for the season I noticed the plastic insert where the power cord stores was loose and needs some caulking. Also, while taking off the winter cover, it...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 08-18-2016, 06:36 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,348
Posted By dieselsmoke
generator gasses

I plan to run my generator in the bed of my truck on the way to Disney next week. Just need to run the a/c in a truck stop for 5 hours or so. I put a 90 and small stack on the muffler to move the...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 07-09-2016, 08:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 12,151
Posted By dieselsmoke
I have a hideout 298bhds 5er. Got it at Hitch...

I have a hideout 298bhds 5er. Got it at Hitch RV in NJ. This is our 2nd summer with it and we love it! I have had no problems that are worth mentioning. I mean the canopy led lights gave me...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 06-30-2016, 05:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,460
Posted By dieselsmoke
I like gearheads plan, thats the route I'll be...

I like gearheads plan, thats the route I'll be taking. Thanks fellas
Forum: Fifth Wheels 06-30-2016, 05:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,751
Posted By dieselsmoke
I guess I could pull the cotter pin and give the...

I guess I could pull the cotter pin and give the castle nut a slight turn but when they lock into the bed there is no movement at all. Let me give that a try and see but there's not a lot of room...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 06-30-2016, 11:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,751
Posted By dieselsmoke
rattling 5th wheel legs

I just wanted to post something that has helped me regain my sanity. I have a curt 5th wheel with the legs that go directly into my ram truck bed using the puck attachments from the factory. The...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 06-29-2016, 06:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,460
Posted By dieselsmoke
axle bearing replacement

Just curious what you guys think, I've heard of people having problems with cheap chinese bearings installed by the manufacturer. I'm doing 2 trips coming up and probably going to do about 4,000...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 05-17-2016, 05:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,864
Posted By dieselsmoke
Im more undecided now than I was before but, I'm...

Im more undecided now than I was before but, I'm thankful for all you guys chiming in. All things considered maybe I should just get another Ryobi inverter and a parallel kit. As pointed out...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 05-17-2016, 10:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,864
Posted By dieselsmoke
OK so it sounds like this champion will work...

OK so it sounds like this champion will work than. So, if i go with that champion duel fuel, what do you guys think about using that propane quick connect to run it?
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 05-17-2016, 06:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,864
Posted By dieselsmoke
thats a nice genny, I guess I should plug my...

thats a nice genny, I guess I should plug my a/c in at the house and then measure starting and running amps, to determine my actual needs. Im concerned that unit is short on wattage needs for my...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 05-17-2016, 04:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,864
Posted By dieselsmoke
Im no expert in this area but the manual says...

Im no expert in this area but the manual says "Avg. Fuel Consumption: 20 Hours on Propane & 8 Hours depending on load" Also, a 20lb bottle of propane is really just shy of 5 gallons of lp (4.7lbs)....
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 05-16-2016, 05:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,864
Posted By dieselsmoke
The inverter generator I have, 2200 ryobi is...

The inverter generator I have, 2200 ryobi is great, but it wont run the a/c. I would run some flat stock steel out from the frame to mount the generator so that I dont overload the, not so sturdy...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 05-16-2016, 04:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,864
Posted By dieselsmoke
rear bumper generator

Hello to all, I was looking for a little advice. I was thinking about utilizing the gas line for the outside kitchen to run a smaller duel fuel generator (3850 running watts)mounted to the rear...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 12-29-2015, 05:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,787
Posted By dieselsmoke
My wife and I looked at both and went with the...

My wife and I looked at both and went with the Hideout 298bhds. The cougar may be a higher level 5th wheel but we really liked the floorplan of the Hideout. I really like the opposing slides,...
Forum: Technical Corner 07-20-2015, 06:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,045
Posted By dieselsmoke
LED Awning lighting mostly out

So I have a 2104 Hideout 5th wheel. The LED Lighting in the awning has failed for the 2nd time. Im sure I could take it in for service and have it replaced under warranty however Id like to do it...
Forum: Towing 04-20-2015, 07:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,353
Posted By dieselsmoke
2015 ram tow prep package

Wanted to get some advice from the pro's. I had a 5th wheel slider in my last dodge ram, short bed 2500 for my 2014 keystone hideout. I traded it for a new truck, 2015 ram short bed, and got the...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 11-15-2014, 06:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,701
Posted By dieselsmoke
I have a hideout 2014 298bhds. A very similiar...

I have a hideout 2014 298bhds. A very similiar unit. the 298 has opposing slides in the living area with a center island where the 308 has both slides on the same side. I have had only a few minor...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 10-27-2014, 05:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,079
Posted By dieselsmoke
winterizing mod on hideout

I just wanted to show a before and after pic of a quick fix I made today on my 2014 hideout 298bhds. Today when I opened the access panel on the inside of the camper I found that there was no way...
Forum: Towing 10-04-2014, 08:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,343
Posted By dieselsmoke
I have a 2012 ram 2500 with the cummins that has...

I have a 2012 ram 2500 with the cummins that has 3.73's. Its a Laramie mega cab so the towing capacity of mine is less than a crew cab or one with less features. I also have a 2014 hideout 298bhs...
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