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Forum: Towing 03-06-2020, 05:13 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 29,889
Posted By Tuz5150
Bullied on an RV forum by the *Site Team* THAT'S...

Bullied on an RV forum by the *Site Team* THAT'S RICH! I came here to learn more about RVs, I never imagined I'd be bullied for stating facts.

Let's have a show of hands of the bully's.... who...
Forum: Towing 03-06-2020, 12:59 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 29,889
Posted By Tuz5150
The OEM kit attaches to the frame using exiting...

The OEM kit attaches to the frame using exiting holes... it requires 4 holes in the bed to attach the rails. Not sure why you have a problem with this? (not that I care)

It is what it IS.... a...
Forum: Towing 03-06-2020, 12:22 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 29,889
Posted By Tuz5150
$0 down, $0 security deposit, $0 end of lease...

$0 down, $0 security deposit, $0 end of lease fee.
Hitch attached using OEM Reese kit. then removed at turn in. :rolleyes:

I have not bought a truck EVER!
Forum: Towing 03-06-2020, 08:29 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 29,889
Posted By Tuz5150
I'm the opposite.... I bought way more rig then...

I'm the opposite.... I bought way more rig then we wanted (it was awesome deal)... all we carry is surfboards, mt bikes and board shorts........ We don't need W/D

it's also an X-lite... my pin...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 03-04-2020, 09:35 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,110
Posted By Tuz5150
I have the 3400W one, used it all summer/fall...

I have the 3400W one, used it all summer/fall living on my property in northern MI. its quiet... sorta for a 3400W one, and it's comparable to honda for noise.

It runs my AC, as long a DW isn't...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 03-04-2020, 06:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,490
Posted By Tuz5150
Discount Fuel Cards?

Anyone use any discount fuel cards?

if so which one(s) and why?
Forum: Toy Haulers 03-03-2020, 09:40 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 23,163
Posted By Tuz5150
It's a sad state of affairs.... and it's not...

It's a sad state of affairs.... and it's not unique to Keystone, all the components are basically the same on all brands. RVs are designed/made for just light weekend use. I'd say 100% china...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-27-2020, 08:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,479
Posted By Tuz5150
there should be a stamped part # on the axles,...

there should be a stamped part # on the axles, use the part number and go to the Dexter documentation found on the Dexter web site, see exploded parts list. There should also be a sticker on each...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 02-23-2020, 08:15 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 57,932
Posted By Tuz5150
1/2 ton trucks are moving to independent rear...

1/2 ton trucks are moving to independent rear suspension and coils springs at GM, they're getting ready for "electrification".

It seems that RAM already has coil springs on their 1/2 and 3/4 ton...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-17-2020, 03:18 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 64,637
Posted By Tuz5150
All the Detroit Manufacturers, and Toyota adopted...

All the Detroit Manufacturers, and Toyota adopted the SAE J2807 for uniform payload and towing standards back in 2015 or 16.
It's not determined by the marketing department any longer..........
Forum: Toy Haulers 02-17-2020, 05:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,002
Posted By Tuz5150
Retired at 50, I wanted an RV...... Zero RV...

Retired at 50, I wanted an RV...... Zero RV experience

But wife "Didn't want to Live in a van down by the river" ( her exact words)

(famous Chris Farley SNL skit)...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-15-2020, 11:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,803
Posted By Tuz5150
check the door jam sticker for payload, axle...

check the door jam sticker for payload, axle rating, and and towing info.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-14-2020, 12:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,341
Posted By Tuz5150
MORryde Suspension System

Anybody have any experience with upgrade equalizers on your tandem suspension :

MORryde SRE2-733 SRE4000 Suspension System...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 02-14-2020, 08:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 10,506
Posted By Tuz5150
5150 code for crazy..............

5150 code for crazy..............
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-14-2020, 08:40 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,677
Posted By Tuz5150
I'd check the weight ratings on the axles, tires,...

I'd check the weight ratings on the axles, tires, payload, GVWR. those ratings are done for a reason. The door sticker is unique to your VIN, its the capacity of the vehicle with all the factory...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-14-2020, 06:12 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,374
Posted By Tuz5150
Trucks that old have a lot lower payload...

Trucks that old have a lot lower payload capacity. If you get a truck from the rust belt you have to worry about suspension corrosion.

you'll need at least 3,000# payload just for the 5er. ...
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 02-10-2020, 06:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 19,164
Posted By Tuz5150
The RAMS now have COIL Springs on their 1500...

The RAMS now have COIL Springs on their 1500 trucks..........
PASS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 02-10-2020, 03:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 19,164
Posted By Tuz5150
I have a brand new silverado 1500 with max tow...

I have a brand new silverado 1500 with max tow package. payload is 2250#

I tow a 5th wheel 29RBS xlite. fully loaded its about 8300#, and in pin weight of #1463

Tows no problem, 13 mpg too...
Forum: Towing 02-10-2020, 03:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,188
Posted By Tuz5150
Take the factory dry weight, add couple hundred...

Take the factory dry weight, add couple hundred lbs for propane and battery.

Mine was almost exactly as advertised 7504# fully loaded with all my wife's stuff 8610#, pin weight 1463#

The...
Forum: Keystone Questions 02-10-2020, 02:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 17,630
Posted By Tuz5150
I added an extension on my platform and bought a...

I added an extension on my platform and bought a full queen memory foam mattress.... it's thousand times better then the original
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-10-2020, 07:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 18,986
Posted By Tuz5150
I received the following email from...

I received the following email from www.stengelbros.com about springs:

******************
>Here are the utility trailer springs that we offer.
>...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-09-2020, 06:28 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 18,986
Posted By Tuz5150
The springs that come from the Keystone factory...

The springs that come from the Keystone factory on Dexter Axles are not necessarily made/supplied by Dexter. (I've learned)

I'm finding that there is little to no quality engineering on any RV. ...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-09-2020, 05:45 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 18,986
Posted By Tuz5150
Everything is made in China, I know. We do still...

Everything is made in China, I know. We do still have lots of small steel mills in the midwest.

I might have a line on some American made leafs. I'll keep you all posted.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-08-2020, 09:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 18,986
Posted By Tuz5150
Leaf Springs USA made?

I gotta replace my leaf springs on my Dexter D44 axles.

Being from Detroit, I want to get American made steel. Been in auto industry long enough to know steel from china is inferior (isn't...
Forum: New Member Check in! 02-07-2020, 11:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,622
Posted By Tuz5150
Hello from the Motor City

Hello, I just joined after reading for years.

We are "early retired", no kids, and we bought an RV couple years ago. 2012 Keystone Cougar 29RBS fifth wheel

We spent 45 nights in the RV in...
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