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06-26-2014, 07:37 AM
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Just in case a new member is seeing this thread, the comments are in jest. They are, aren't they ??
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06-27-2014, 06:05 AM
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Incheon, S. Korea
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Originally Posted by MtnGuy
Just in case a new member is seeing this thread, the comments are in jest. They are, aren't they ??
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In jest? You'd put that trailer in the back of the bed instead of towing it, wouldn't you?
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2012 Coachmen Clipper 126 - Don't even have a TV anymore.
I don't know when we'll be able to go camping again...
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06-27-2014, 10:06 PM
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You might be able to pull that trailer, but do you have enough truck to stop it?
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06-27-2014, 10:52 PM
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You're exceeding 25% of the trucks towing capacity, I'd look into stepping up to a HDT ASAP, Volvo makes a nice tractor.
And if you don't, you better pray that when you barrel roll that overloaded thing it's not near my family.
At least step up to 3000lb airbags, upgraded brakes and suspension, 19.5" MDT tire/wheel combination, real trucker sun visor, CB radio, HID headlamps to warn people as you approach, then get it all approved by the DOT to see if they'll let you haul that monster on public roads.
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06-28-2014, 04:55 AM
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Incheon, S. Korea
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SKnight - do you really think he needs the 3000 lb bags? 2000 should be enough...
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2012 Coachmen Clipper 126 - Don't even have a TV anymore.
I don't know when we'll be able to go camping again...
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06-28-2014, 05:22 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BigBaron
SKnight - do you really think he needs the 3000 lb bags? 2000 should be enough...
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He would have to air the bags to nearly psi capacity with that a blown bag is possible and loss of control at city street speeds would be ugly.
The 3000 lb bags would allow him to keep the air pressure a little under max without bending the springs.
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06-28-2014, 06:05 AM
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Originally Posted by N3HCP
Sometime we just need a little levity. The camper weighs a whole 3500 pounds and the truck is a Ford F-350 dually. We use the Clipper for short or out of the way trips where the big fiver is a bit much.
We do get some comments from fellow campers in the campgrounds.
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That ain't right
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06-28-2014, 07:18 AM
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Let me guess... The salesman said "You can tow that camper, no problem." ???
There's a tow calculator on here somewhere to check your numbers. Please be safe.
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06-28-2014, 07:49 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BigBaron
SKnight - do you really think he needs the 3000 lb bags? 2000 should be enough...
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Oh yeah, you say that from the safety of South Korea, meanwhile over here we're stuck with that death trap.
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06-28-2014, 08:09 AM
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Incheon, S. Korea
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The safety of South Korea?
There isn't a Korean word for "safety".
P.s. We were both wrong. The trailer weighs 3,500 lbs. Have to get the 4000 lb bags... :P
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2012 Coachmen Clipper 126 - Don't even have a TV anymore.
I don't know when we'll be able to go camping again...
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06-28-2014, 08:17 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BigBaron
The safety of South Korea?
There isn't a Korean word for "safety".
P.s. We were both wrong. The trailer weighs 3,500 lbs. Have to get the 4000 lb bags... :P
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Nah, a ton it on the trailer axles, which makes me wonder is some kind of extra support on the trailer it's self is needed.
Perhaps a Timbren kit?
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06-28-2014, 08:18 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BigBaron
There isn't a Korean word for "safety".
P.s. We were both wrong. The trailer weighs 3,500 lbs. Have to get the 4000 lb bags... :P
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Sure there is, it's called "Abandon ship" and "RUN!!!"
But yeah, 4K bags for sure.
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06-28-2014, 10:27 AM
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I think an axle flip is in order. I think you also need to increase your tongue weight. And make sure you switch those trailer tires out for some E rated LT tires as those are obviously overloaded.
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06-28-2014, 10:32 AM
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so you started with the right tow vehicle and will be trading the camper in later?
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06-29-2014, 12:32 AM
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Incheon, S. Korea
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bob34787
so you started with the right tow vehicle and will be trading the camper in later?
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Naw, he is piddling around with a DRW instead of getting an HDT. Oh well, it's his money.
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2012 Coachmen Clipper 126 - Don't even have a TV anymore.
I don't know when we'll be able to go camping again...
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06-29-2014, 08:39 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Arefbee
I have talked about it too. DW just smiled and shook her head. I think I heard her say "12 step RV program"...
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Tried it...doesn't work!!
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06-29-2014, 08:46 AM
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06-29-2014, 09:10 AM
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Incheon, S. Korea
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Quote:
Originally Posted by N3HCP
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See! Even a small A-Liner was unsafe due to suspension issues!
YOU NEED THE 4000 lb BAGS!
And another thing - a 12-step program won't work with RVitis because most RVs have only one or two steps at the entry. (rimshot)
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2012 Coachmen Clipper 126 - Don't even have a TV anymore.
I don't know when we'll be able to go camping again...
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