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07-23-2013, 08:39 AM
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Location: Catonsville Maryland
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Originally Posted by w4drr
I always use a broom to "herd" the tenting when lowering (almost like herding cats). It is kind of important to straighten it out as much as possible, because any sharp crease in the vinyl roofing can become a crack if stored that way for a long time. I found that out the hard way on our old Coleman pup.
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herd cats  (and I do herd cats - have three of them though they do stay at home)
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HTT: "EscapeII" 2016 Shamrock 23WS (current)
PUP: "Escape" 2010 Rockwood HW 277 (gone)
TV: "Gill" 2022 RAM 2500
Just us gals (me, Sis and our daughters)
We spend alot of money to go sit in the woods
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07-23-2013, 09:28 AM
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Location: Big brown desert
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I went with the h/d jacks after one of mine bent. While replacing it, I saw that there was very little surface area touching the frame plus only 2 SMALL sheet metal screws holding them in. The larger jacks have a much bigger face which allowed me to secure better to the frame.
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2014 Stealth Evo 2850- "Woodstock"
2011 Toyota Tundra Rock Crawler TRD 5.7- "Clifford"
2013 Honda Accord Coupe V6 w/Track Pack- "Julia"
Just glad to get away 
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07-24-2013, 09:12 AM
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#143
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Quote:
Originally Posted by HONDAMAN174
I went with the h/d jacks after one of mine bent. While replacing it, I saw that there was very little surface area touching the frame plus only 2 SMALL sheet metal screws holding them in. The larger jacks have a much bigger face which allowed me to secure better to the frame.
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If mine ever bend or break then I'll replace them with some heavy duty power lifts!
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07-24-2013, 09:15 AM
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On another topic I detailed the whole camper. I waxed everything, fixed small surface rust issues, greased some squeaking items, and detailed the rims really good.
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07-24-2013, 10:05 AM
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Location: Roanoke, VA
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Originally Posted by Corey Straker
On another topic I detailed the whole camper. I waxed everything, fixed small surface rust issues, greased some squeaking items, and detailed the rims really good.
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Really looks good! Now could you come over and do ours? 
Bob
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Roanoke, VA
2009 Toyota Tundra CrewMax 4x4 - 5.7L - 6 Speed Auto - 4.30:1
2013 Rockwood HW296
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07-24-2013, 12:24 PM
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#146
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Originally Posted by w4drr
Really looks good! Now could you come over and do ours? Bob |
We need everyone near Cincinnati to plan a FRF ( Forest River Forums ) outing to show off our toys.
Some people like to play golf, some basketball, and others tennis, or what-have-you... I like to clean my cars and camper. Hahaha
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07-24-2013, 05:10 PM
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Just read this whole thread and picked up a few things. congrats on your pop up i just bought same model but a 2011 i am having them switch out the counters and table to solid surface and will pick up Saturday if they get it installed in time.
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07-25-2013, 08:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Flcracker
Just read this whole thread and picked up a few things. congrats on your pop up i just bought same model but a 2011 i am having them switch out the counters and table to solid surface and will pick up Saturday if they get it installed in time.
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Wow! Defiantly upload some pictures of that! I'm interested to see how that turns out! What material did you go with?
I find the material in mine to be "Okay" it scratches too easy which I don't like.
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07-27-2013, 12:47 AM
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Does anyone know how many fan/lights the 296 comes with? Mine came with 1 light and 1 fan light. I would have thought that it would have 2 fan/lights, 1 for each side and then the light for above the table slide out. I mean the clip on ones. This trailer is awesome!
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07-27-2013, 01:58 AM
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Location: Sarasota, Florida
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Mine came with the same, 1 light and 1 fan light.
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07-27-2013, 06:58 AM
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Location: Catonsville Maryland
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Yep one light and one fan light with the HW 277 as well. Have been wanting to order additional fanlight so we have one for each bunk end and can then use the light over the dining area.
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HTT: "EscapeII" 2016 Shamrock 23WS (current)
PUP: "Escape" 2010 Rockwood HW 277 (gone)
TV: "Gill" 2022 RAM 2500
Just us gals (me, Sis and our daughters)
We spend alot of money to go sit in the woods
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07-27-2013, 07:41 AM
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Originally Posted by GalsofEscape
Yep one light and one fan light with the HW 277 as well. Have been wanting to order additional fanlight so we have one for each bunk end and can then use the light over the dining area.
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Same for me man. I figured either someone swiped it at the dealership or it wasn't thrown into mine. Seems odd that we only get 1. I thought we'd get 2 fan/lights and one light for the table.
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07-27-2013, 07:48 AM
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On another note, had my first night in the camper when it was poring down rain and thundering. Scared me at first but now it's nothing. This roof diffuses rain sound very nicely! Can't say the same for the canvas but you can't have it all :-)
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07-27-2013, 02:54 PM
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#154
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Incheon, S. Korea
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Incheon, South Korea
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That sound of rain is music to my ears!
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Me, Julie, Lil' Barry, Faith, and OSD Fang
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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07-28-2013, 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by BigBaron
That sound of rain is music to my ears!
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Same here.
New issue though. My roof looks like it's bowing in like something heavy is pushing down on it. It's enough for water to accumulate in it.
I feet like I have a defective roof, but before I talk warrantee repair with the factory I wanted to consult with everyone here. A new roof would mean reinstalling everything on it and I bet it would be done half butt. Leaks and everything like that.
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07-28-2013, 03:33 PM
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#156
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I wouldn't let them touch it as long as it isn't leaking.You most likely end up with worse problems. sounds like you allready know that
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07-30-2013, 09:07 PM
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daydreaming about camping
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: KC area
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Originally Posted by Corey Straker
Same here.
New issue though. My roof looks like it's bowing in like something heavy is pushing down on it. It's enough for water to accumulate in it.
I feet like I have a defective roof, but before I talk warrantee repair with the factory I wanted to consult with everyone here. A new roof would mean reinstalling everything on it and I bet it would be done half butt. Leaks and everything like that.
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I have noticed the longer the pup the more the roof sags. So long as it does not leak I think you are ok. Can you snap a picture?
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A rainy day camping is better than a sunny day at work.
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07-31-2013, 06:37 AM
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Incheon, S. Korea
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Incheon, South Korea
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Originally Posted by Corey Straker
I'll tow with a diesel Chevy or similar sitting on our lot that I can swipe for a week as a demo.
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I thought about this. "Swipe" is the operative word, here.
Is the dealership your family's, or someone else's? The depreciation caused by turning new inventory into a demo is huge.
Does the owner know about this? I'd have a pink piece of paper for you if it was my dealership. Just a warning...
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Me, Julie, Lil' Barry, Faith, and OSD Fang
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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07-31-2013, 07:52 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Roanoke, VA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BigBaron
I thought about this. "Swipe" is the operative word, here.
Is the dealership your family's, or someone else's? The depreciation caused by turning new inventory into a demo is huge.
Does the owner know about this? I'd have a pink piece of paper for you if it was my dealership. Just a warning...
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I believe he said he works at an Acura dealership, so I'm sure any truck would be on the used lot.
Bob
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Bob & Doris
Roanoke, VA
2009 Toyota Tundra CrewMax 4x4 - 5.7L - 6 Speed Auto - 4.30:1
2013 Rockwood HW296
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08-01-2013, 10:57 AM
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#160
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Member
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Originally Posted by w4drr
I believe he said he works at an Acura dealership, so I'm sure any truck would be on the used lot. Bob
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Lol! Yes. I already talked to the GM. He doesn't care. It's an 08 Silverado Diesel. About 88,000 miles on it. 100 miles aren't going to kill the value of it, won't even effect it. Some of the Acura's I've sold have had 350 - 500 miles on them. Still count as new. Those miles are accumulated by test drives and dealer trades, old men drive them to and from other dealerships so they aren't driven harshly.
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