Will an old dog learn new tricks

[Baldy]

Hello,

I've been lurking for a month or so and have been impressed with the great advice offered here. I thought I would sign up so I can ask questions when needed and maybe chime in when my knowledge from a previous life might apply.

My wife and I decided to try the RV life in retirement. We love to be outside and the summers here are pleasant. We rented a couple travel trailers last year and those experiences really helped our decision. But I soon realized I needed a real tow vehicle to handle the sort of trailer we would use and enjoy. I traded in my beloved Tacoma when I found a nice low mileage 2014 Ram 2500.

Well nice used RVs are fairly scarce these days. Then we found a nice 2016 Bullet Bunkhouse at a local dealer. Negotiated a price so we still had the budget for new tires that we selected. First trip was to the tire shop for a set of Goodyear Endurance and sized up to 215-75-14s (replaced the trailer kings made in 2015- yikes). Next trip was to my buddy's place to repack the wheel bearings and adjust the brakes.

Now comes tuning the details. I'm going to need a new awing fabric soon. Will likely need to work on the short queen mattress and want to add something to make the bunks more comfortable. I want to touch up a few concerns on the roof. I'm afraid the tongue jack might have a loose wire - it's been balking some times.

I bought a Champion 2500 dual fuel generator so I can have power at the storage lot. I think I'm set on the water and waste lines thanks to information here. Waiting for sustained warm weather before I fill the water systems (supposed to get to 15 degrees tonight). I'm sure I'll need some advice as I get deeper into things.

Just wanted to say hello and thanks in advance.

Steve