Question Four-Electrical Cord

[mlsa3]

Here's a question I should have asked the dealer but just happened to think of it and didn't want to forget and go camping and find out I didn't have one.

When you purchase the camper does it come with the electrical cord or do we have to purchase that separately.

I think I'm almost out of question so I'll give you folks a rest.

David

[RedDragon]

I just bought mine in dec. if you mean the shore line it comes with it.

[OutAndAbout]

It should have an electrical cord with it. Most cases it will NOT come with the white rv water hose or, if you need one, a sewer hose. Also, most dealers will include a battery and propane tank(s) full of propane.

[Ford Idaho]

Mine came with a 30' 30 amp cord attached, I bought a 25' 30 amp extension cord just in case.

Better to have it and not need it

[rawlus]

I'm a bit concerned the dealer did not do any walk through with you based on your question. What sort of training or instruction did they provide? Things only get more complicated after "where's the cord?"

[Rupkin2]

Originally Posted by rawlus

Things only get more complicated after "where's the cord?"

LMAO, sorry don't mean to laugh but I read this and just had too.
Remember your first time out in your new used camper/trailer of yours....Griswald

John

[Weezer]

With both our RVs we got the "starter pack" from the dealer that includes a white water hose for fresh water.

There's also a pressure regulator, a couple of rolls of RV bathroom tissue, a cheap sewer hose, a 30 amp to 115 adapter, a few chemical packs and a packet of disposable gloves.

If your dealer doesn't offer it up front, ask for it.

[Iggy]

Mine also can with 1 roll of toilet paper and a bag of black tank sweetener.

It also came with a large monthly payment.

[handbuilder]

The trailer's elecrrical cord is located on the other side of your A Frame, not the door side My cord is stored behind a small plastic circular door. You have to pop open the little door and you will find your cord tucked inside.

I do recommend you purchase an extension cord because there are times when that 25 ft cord on your trailer just wont reach the power box. I carry a 10 guage 50 ft cord because the places I go in the trailer cant always be counted on having convenient power. One show I went to did not guarantee power available but if you could reach it from your assigned spot, you could have it.

If you didnt have a walkthru, you should call the dealer and request an appointment for their service tech to walk your thru the operation of your trailer.

[mlsa3]

Morning Everybody

I guess I have too many different posts going. In one of my other posts I mentioned that my wife and I visited Toppers yesterday to look at the campers...I also mentioned that we didn't have a lot of spare time since my wife had a doctors apt...so we sort of rushed in...had a sales person show us the campers...set one up and take it down to show my wife how easy it was...looked over the floor plans.

I haven't actually bought that camper yet although they have one which we like. We also didn't give them a chance to really do a walk through...our fault due to time restraints not theirs. I'm sure they will do a walkthrough when we actually purchase.

The reason I asked about the cord was that we have a 30' travel trailer and it sits on some property we have at Lake Livingston. (We don't tow it) Went up there one day to use the travel trailer and some person that needed money really bad cut our power cord for the copper. So I installed a different plug and now carry the power cord with us.

So I didn't know if the cords were mounted permanent or portable.

Thanks for all the replys. Going today to schedule to have my brakes and 7 wire harness installed in the Durango.

David

[Pooneil]

David,

Here is a quick hint. Edit your signature line to include the following information so everyone can keep track of where you are in the process.

Give your tow vehicle year, make and model with engine size or other details as appropriate to reference the towing capability.

For the camper, say you are looking at a FR A-Frame. Perhaps include models under consideration.

The link to edit your sig line is http://www.forestriverforums.com/for...=editsignature

[mlsa3]

How's this? I may be slow but I'm getting the hang of it...I think.

[Pooneil]

Looks good. No more confusions.

[bikendan]

if your Durango doesn't have the factory tow package, which would already include the pre-wiring for a brake controller and 7-pin wiring harness, then the Durango DOESN'T have the factory tow package, therefore doesn't have the 6200lbs. towing capacity.
plus the tow package also includes a trans cooler and a good towing rear end ratio, which yours may not have.

your Durango will have much less towing capacity unless you exactly duplicate the factory package.

[TURBS]

Word to the wise.....
The durango rear end "no tow package" is known to have axle bearing failures.
Been there done that.

Dodge durango tow package will include 7 way connector and trans cooler.



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[Carla]

Cord on a new Aframe is provided and detachable from the trailer. Our dealer told us for just the reason you mention, copper wiring can get you a few bucks these days. So now the cord detaches from the trailer at the trailer wall.

[mlsa3]

Thanks again for all the info you folks are feeding me. I'm learning a lot and I appreciate all your input.

Thanks for the input on my Durango. Mine does not have the towing package, so that's the reason for adding the wiring harness and controller. I'll be sure and watch the trans temp and if I see it starting to run hot I'll add a trans cooler. My bass boat weighs not quite as much as the camper but pretty close and I pull it all over the place with no problems.

Thanks about the heads up on the rear end. I'll also watch for that. So far pulling my boat no problems. I know things can happen...I've seen one person have problems while another person with the exact same thing never have problems. That's just the way it is.

One thing I've tried to live by is "don't sweat stuff that may or may not happen." Now that I know I'll be careful and keep an eye on the rear end but if it goes out I'll just have to deal with it then.

Again thanks for being so considerate to a newbie.

David

[Pooneil]

Your A-frame weight will be well under the capacity of the Durango, even without the towing package. The low front aspect, compared to full size campers, will minimize the air drag too, further easing highway towing.

[bikendan]

yes, agree that you should have no problem towing the A-frame, even without the tow package.
just wanted to point out that you posting the 6200lbs. towing capacity would not apply to your Durango, since that's requires the full factory tow package for towing that amount.