Pimp my 19RR!

[Electra glide]

Have to store my Harley in camper tonight before the storm hits. I really wish that ramp was longer.

[Night_Wolf]

Originally Posted by rodcop9405

I now have a spare tire carrier I can live with. I went the simple route of purchasing a commercially available folding bumper mount spare tire carrier at my local RV center ($33.00) and then making some minor modification to it. I started out by reversing the mounting plate on the hinged support arm. By doing this it allows the arm to pivot all the way down. I then through bolted it to the rear bumper using square steel tubing, that I picked up from the scrap pile, as a spacer . The thick wall tubing provided a 1-1/4" spacer so the carrier clears the rear door hinges. It only took about an hour and a half to make the mounting plus painting time.

It only takes a few seconds to low it before lowering the door. Not a big enough inconvenience to bother me and the price was right.

Would you happen to have a brand or model name for this tire mount?

[oneeye]

I got rid of that heavy table and replaced it with these .DAVE Laptop table - black - IKEA They take up less space, weight less, and the height is adjustable.

[rodcop9405]

Sorry for the delay in replying to your request, but we had been out of state. The tire carrier I purchased is made by Stromberg Carlson. Here is a link to a possible source, http://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Carg...lson/TR-2.html

I purchased mine at a local RV dealership for about the same price as it would have been with shipping. I also did not like the idea of mounting the spare tire to the cargo door. so this seemed to me to be the best alternative.

[rodcop9405]

I was just reading though the last few pages of post and ran across one that mentions the shower walls. I too worry that they may not hold up after long term usage and have began looking for alternative replacements. During a recent RV show I saw that some of the high-end RV's have actual white plastic shower enclosures. I did some research and found that Lyons Industries makes them for camper/RV use. They come several sizes. I plan to do some measurement on my tub unit when I get our 19RR out of storage to see if what they offer fits.

[WolfWhistle]

Originally Posted by Electra glide

Have to store my Harley in camper tonight before the storm hits. I really wish that ramp was longer.

Glide: I made a ramp extension from scrap aluminum I found at a recycler in town. It is 4' x 4' assembled. I think it called diamond tread and expensive if buying new. I think I have about $50 in it. I bolted 1' wide by 4' long pieces of this stuff together, hinged from the back of the ramp. I lift it the edge of the old ramp about 11" to lessen the angle at the top of the ramp. I use small aluminum jack stands for this now, but first made them out of wood for next to nothing. Since taking these pictures, I covered the backside (it shows when folded up and camping) with paneling exactly like the kind and color FR puts on the inside walls (vinyl over luan plywood, kind of gold in color), Clint

[WolfWhistle]

Originally Posted by oneeye

I got rid of that heavy table and replaced it with these .DAVE Laptop table - black - IKEA They take up less space, weight less, and the height is adjustable.

Oneeye, half a brain here. Those tables are way too heavy. One slipped out of my hand while setting it up and nearly broke my toe (how would I know it NEARLY broke it??), cause I nearly cut it up to burn. It hurt. I like the size of the original. I only use one even though my 21RR came with two of the monsters. I thought of buying one of the cheap plastic folding tables from Wally World at the same height (30" ???), but thought of making one, similar to the way those cheap hollow home style doors are made and stealing the formica off a table, so it matches. Sounds like a lot of work, but like I said above half of a brain will cause you to try things you should just leave alone.

[rodcop9405]

Hey has any body ordered any parts from the factory recently? I recently made contact with Jamie Tetzloff at the factory for pricing and was redirected to a fella named Nick Gray. It appears Jamie was transferred

I am working on an extension to the fold down couch so that on the occasion when anadditional full size bed would be handy we would have it. My plan is to attach a section of 3/4 plywood to the front edge of the existing couch with a piano hinge and then support it with X shaped braces also made from 3/4 plywood. I would liked to have topped it with a cushion matching the one that came with the couch in the trailer, but kinda got the run around from Nick when I inquired about pricing and availability. I was basiclly referred to the dealer I bought the trailer from. Because of my close proximity to the factory I thought could just go there and pick it up. Sure put a kink in my plans

[rkswyo]

Jamie is gone? That is a bummer. She was great to deal with. Hopefully the new guys is as good. Is it the same phone number for him?

[rodcop9405]

Originally Posted by rkswyo

Jamie is gone? That is a bummer. She was great to deal with. Hopefully the new guys is as good. Is it the same phone number for him?

I appears Jamie has moved up the ladder to the warranty department in the Wolf Pack/Vengeance Division. I sent an email to her that she forwarded to the new guy Nick Gray. I found him to be less than helpful. It might be just the part (a cushion) I was after, but I didn't get a warm fuzzy feeling. Here is his contact info:

Nicholas Gray
Grey Wolf Part Rep
ngray@forestriverinc.com
Cherokee Contact Information
Wolf Pack / Vengeance
Warranty 260-593-0023
Parts Rep 260-593-2366
Cherokee / V-Cross
Warranty 260-593-3234
Parts Rep 574-584-6558
Grey Wolf / Cascade / Wolf Pup
Warranty 260-593-2062
Parts Rep 260-593-2507

[rkswyo]

I was afraid you were going to say that! I still have a couple cabinet doors I need. Hopefully I can get them.

[rodcop9405]

Originally Posted by rkswyo

I was afraid you were going to say that! I still have a couple cabinet doors I need. Hopefully I can get them.

I would be very interested to now how it turns out. Keep us all posted.

[rodcop9405]

On a less serious note I failed to include the most important upgrade from last season in my earlier post.


This is a very important feature

[Toby]

That mod is right inline with the remote control mod I posted earlier.

[Grey Wolf Taco]

I am seriously considering the 19RR right now. I just read every page of this thread, and wanted to say thanks to all of you for contributing. The trailer will be used by me, wife, 2 dogs, and a Harley Electraglide Ultra Ltd. I went to look at one yesterday, and it appears to be a good fit for us. My only concern is I'll be towing it with a 4.0 v6 pickup. I look forward to learning more and more from you all.

[brookside]

I believe you would not be able to tow the 19rr
With your v6 - you'd need to consider the 17rr or changing your tow vehicle.

[Toby]

I agree. I had a 4.7 v8 tundra and didn't like how it handled. You'll want to upgrade your tv. After you add the bike and gear it'll be too much for your tv.

[Grey Wolf Taco]

Originally Posted by brookside

I believe you would not be able to tow the 19rr
With your v6 - you'd need to consider the 17rr or changing your tow vehicle.

Originally Posted by Toby

I agree. I had a 4.7 v8 tundra and didn't like how it handled. You'll want to upgrade your tv. After you add the bike and gear it'll be too much for your tv.

Well, long story I won't get into now, but no way am I getting a different tow vehicle. It's very frustrating for a newby when 1/2 say yes and 1/2 say no to will a Toyota Tacoma tow the 19RR or similar weighted trailers? I don't want to hijack this tread, but maybe you could elaborate as to why you think a Tacoma wouldn't work? Feel free to message me if you like.

[dwaynerz]

you will get the same 50/50 mix on the gas diesel debate. what is the tow limits on your tacoma vs what the trailer weighs gross? you also dont mention which part of the country you live in. hills/plains/mountains?

[Grey Wolf Taco]

Originally Posted by dwaynerz

you will get the same 50/50 mix on the gas diesel debate. what is the tow limits on your tacoma vs what the trailer weighs gross? you also dont mention which part of the country you live in. hills/plains/mountains?

My truck is rated to tow 6500# with 650# tw. I live in MO. I believe the 19RR is 4200# Dry.