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Forum: Keystone RV Service & Warranty Issues 11-02-2023, 07:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,499
Posted By Bisjoe
We have not had that problem at all with our 2017...

We have not had that problem at all with our 2017 Springdale. I recall reading several articles back in the Covid lockdown days of the lack of help, inexperience and materials issues for the 2020 and...
Forum: Travel Trailers 02-24-2020, 12:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,368
Posted By Bisjoe
We bought a Coleman 100 watt with controller,...

We bought a Coleman 100 watt with controller, about 27"x40". It fits well under the bed, even with the other stiff we have stored in there. I had to order the plug from Amazon and solder it on....
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 02-24-2020, 12:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 31,487
Posted By Bisjoe
Our 2017 F150 XLT was stickered at $46,800, but...

Our 2017 F150 XLT was stickered at $46,800, but we got it for $35,000. I see ads now for the RAM advertising as much as $14,000 in factory/dealer incentives. Of course, at $93,000 that would still be...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-21-2020, 11:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,599
Posted By Bisjoe
Mine is also a jump starter, always keep it in...

Mine is also a jump starter, always keep it in the back of my truck for use on it or the trailer when towing. Also has a handy light on it, and USB chargers....
Forum: General RV Issues 01-31-2020, 09:55 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,329
Posted By Bisjoe
Fortunately for us, most trips involve I5 north...

Fortunately for us, most trips involve I5 north or south. We are about halfway between the rest stops at Smokey Point WA to the north, and Federal Way WA to the south. Both have free dumping, so if...
Forum: Travel Trailers 01-29-2020, 08:26 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,989
Posted By Bisjoe
Like others, our trailer is called "The Trailer",...

Like others, our trailer is called "The Trailer", and the truck is called "my truck". I thought about naming the trailer "Bob" just for laughs, but it didn't stick.
Forum: Lite Weight Trailers 01-06-2020, 11:42 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 18,936
Posted By Bisjoe
The Passport 195RBWE is about the same length and...

The Passport 195RBWE is about the same length and less weight than our trailer. We have no issues at all pulling with our 2017 F150 Supercab 5.0 V8 (385 Horsepower) with tow package which according...
Forum: Technical Corner 12-30-2019, 10:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,223
Posted By Bisjoe
My 2017 Springdale had a sticker showing where to...

My 2017 Springdale had a sticker showing where to mount the TV in the bedroom, as it did in the living room. Unfortunately both were a few inches off. I was able to tell by tapping my knuckle against...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 12-30-2019, 10:05 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,381
Posted By Bisjoe
My truck is over $800, due to a voter approved...

My truck is over $800, due to a voter approved transit levy. The trailer, a 2017, is only costing us a bit over $100. No taxes, no inspections.
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 12-16-2019, 07:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,886
Posted By Bisjoe
Apparently the movement, and vibrations are too...

Apparently the movement, and vibrations are too much for traditional grout applications, but I wanted real tiles so I came up with an alternative. I used regular tiles, 2" square which I mounted onto...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-06-2019, 11:33 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,179
Posted By Bisjoe
When I was in college I worked evenings/weekends...

When I was in college I worked evenings/weekends at a liquor store, which also sold some food items including hot dogs. We would often eat what we called "coffee dogs." We put them into the...
Forum: Keystone Questions 12-05-2019, 08:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,522
Posted By Bisjoe
I have a cover only for the AC that I put on over...

I have a cover only for the AC that I put on over winter mostly to prevent leaves and fir needles from getting into it. Even the whole trailer breathable covers are hard on the finish when we have...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 12-02-2019, 12:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,162
Posted By Bisjoe
Great idea, glad it worked out so well. Our...

Great idea, glad it worked out so well. Our trailer is winterized, but we did plug it in and use the fridge for extra food and drink storage until dinner time. We only had 13 but they all went home...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-02-2019, 12:47 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,179
Posted By Bisjoe
My F150 5.0 V8 will go over 700 miles on a tank...

My F150 5.0 V8 will go over 700 miles on a tank of gas, but that's reduced to about 400 when towing our trailer. For me that's very acceptable for a long road trip, and when I do run low there are...
Forum: Technical Corner 09-27-2019, 07:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,452
Posted By Bisjoe
This one is supposed to be good up to 50' with no...

This one is supposed to be good up to 50' with no delay, our trailer is 25' and it never dropped off on our 90 minute trip. I did remove the metal mounting frame and made a new one to fit better on...
Forum: Technical Corner 09-26-2019, 07:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,452
Posted By Bisjoe
I just installed a wi-fi camera that I got for...

I just installed a wi-fi camera that I got for $79 on Amazon, and it works great with my iphone or ipad. Good clear picture and has a button to turn off the guide lines which I don't need for...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 09-23-2019, 07:51 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,922
Posted By Bisjoe
Tacoma RV in Fife. I didn't argue with...

Tacoma RV in Fife.


I didn't argue with the service guy because we did have a nasty snowstorm in February with 12" and drifts that covered the wheels for close to a week on that side that failed....
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 09-20-2019, 10:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,922
Posted By Bisjoe
No, they didn't pull the wheels last year, and...

No, they didn't pull the wheels last year, and didn't charge more than the $129. They just inspected from the outside, same as this year, but this time they saw the grease
on the outside. I have...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 09-20-2019, 08:48 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,922
Posted By Bisjoe
Wheel bearing seals

Our Springdale is in the shop for an annual service and inspection, which to me is worth the $129 for peace of mind. Unfortunately they found a problem. On one side, the wheel bearing seal failed,...
Forum: Travel Trailers 09-18-2019, 07:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,243
Posted By Bisjoe
Remember to bypass the water heater, and drain it...

Remember to bypass the water heater, and drain it but no pink stuff in it. When you de-winterize and flush it out if a little remains it won't hurt you like car antifreeze.
Forum: General RV Issues 07-21-2019, 12:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,055
Posted By Bisjoe
Cleaning AC cover

After climbing up and removing my AC cover, I noticed that it had not enjoyed the harsh winter. I’m wondering if anyone has tried throwing one of these in the washing machine? It’s white vinyl...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 07-12-2019, 04:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,079
Posted By Bisjoe
On my vehicles and the trailer fenders I use...

On my vehicles and the trailer fenders I use Mothers "Back to Black" spray, works great, available at the auto parts stores.
Forum: Towing 07-09-2019, 04:18 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 14,073
Posted By Bisjoe
That's what I did, plenty of room at empty...

That's what I did, plenty of room at empty middle/Jr. High or high school lots.

It's not only the height but suspension may be more or less stiff, so the only way to tell is hook up and find a...
Forum: Towing 06-15-2019, 05:35 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 16,902
Posted By Bisjoe
Here in WA towing and total weight over 10,000...

Here in WA towing and total weight over 10,000 the maximum speed limit is 60, unless posted as less. Also, it’s illegal to be in the left lane if there are 3 or more lanes, unless there is a left...
Forum: Travel Trailers 06-04-2019, 04:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,255
Posted By Bisjoe
I have a tool box for the trailer with sockets...

I have a tool box for the trailer with sockets and the usual, plus replacement water heater plug and wrench, screws and washers, and a set of various driver bits. Then I also have a torque wrench for...
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