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Forum: Salem 05-30-2019, 08:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,097
Posted By tkgraves
I bought a new 2016 of this model, had three...

I bought a new 2016 of this model, had three issues to date, bathtub cracked, was replaced under warranty, spring shackles had plastic bushings and no way to lube, were worn completely out, in two...
Forum: Salem 02-25-2019, 11:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,008
Posted By tkgraves
286RL fresh water tank support

Need location of fresh water tank, where I can install extra support rail.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 01-23-2018, 08:37 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 16,223
Posted By tkgraves
I like the idea also of buying ready made trailer...

I like the idea also of buying ready made trailer fenders from Northern Tools. I am gonna look into that idea, measure and price first.
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-22-2018, 11:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 836
Posted By tkgraves
Welcome from Greensboro, N.C.

Welcome from Greensboro, N.C.
Forum: Salem 01-22-2018, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,891
Posted By tkgraves
Hemisphere

I have a 2016, 286rl Hemisphere, we like it a lot, has held up pretty well so far, main issue was cracked bathtub, and hairline cracks on side of front cover, both repaired by factory at annual...
Forum: Dynamax 01-22-2018, 10:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 947
Posted By tkgraves
Lower seat

My wife requested the same thing, but it was not possible, so I decided to raise the floor, I used th floor mat as a template and cut a 2 inch piece of styrofoam, and then a 3/4 thick piece of...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-18-2018, 03:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,217
Posted By tkgraves
Shocks

Yooroo, I was thinking possibly also drill a hole, tap it to size of grease fitting if possible, maybe the spring metal is to hard to drill and tap, if so I was thinking of taking the spring...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 01-18-2018, 03:12 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 18,501
Posted By tkgraves
12 volt wiring to rv

I think running a separate 12 guage or possibly two 12 gauge wires using a 40 amp circuit breaker direct from positive battery terminal to pin 4 on the 7 blade connector is what I’m gonna do.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-18-2018, 09:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,217
Posted By tkgraves
Shocks

Bandjcarm, you mentioned broken wet bolts, I was just thinking of ordering a kit, but now am having second thoughts, what are your thoughts on installing them, and an alternative, I was thinking of...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 01-18-2018, 08:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,973
Posted By tkgraves
Looks good, really lights up the area around...

Looks good, really lights up the area around camper
Forum: Modifications and Updates 01-17-2018, 03:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,973
Posted By tkgraves
Sounds like a great idea, please do post pictures

Sounds like a great idea, please do post pictures
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-17-2018, 01:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,217
Posted By tkgraves
Shocks

Aqua man, did u make your own muonts and weld them on or buy a kit? The kits I have seen so far are very expensive, I can weld and drill, was hoping to make and install myself
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-17-2018, 12:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,217
Posted By tkgraves
Adding shocks to 5th wheel

Had anyone thought about adding shock absorbers to their 5th wheel or travel trailer? How u could do it? Would u have to make mount brackets, what type shock would u use? I think it’s needed, if u...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 01-17-2018, 12:43 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 18,501
Posted By tkgraves
Voltage to rv

I have been wondering, when u run 10 or 12 gauge wire from rv battery to PIN number 4 on the 7 blade trailer connector, is the connector capable of carrying that large amount of voltage without...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 01-17-2018, 12:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,237
Posted By tkgraves
Protection

We purchased a new hemisphere 5th wheel and I felt like it could use additional protection inside and out, so I sprayed the underneath with rubberized undercoating anywhere I could get to that was...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 01-17-2018, 11:42 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 16,223
Posted By tkgraves
Fender well

On my last post it was supposed to read 3/4 in thick plywood, also I sprayed each fender well with rubberized undercoating, as well as any place I could get to on the chassis for rust prevention
Forum: Modifications and Updates 01-17-2018, 11:37 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 16,223
Posted By tkgraves
Wheel well protection

I was thinking about cutting 3:4 thick plywood and fit it to the top of wheel well using liquid nails and brass wood screws, then sealing edger for water intrusion, but I’m like everyone else, is it...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-17-2018, 10:27 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,928
Posted By tkgraves
Jack stand/axles

I’ve always been told to put under frame rail, but always use a 4x4 piece of wood 3 feet long, between jack and frame rail, just my 2 cents
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-15-2018, 10:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,812
Posted By tkgraves
Hi, what do u folks think of removing bolts and...

Hi, what do u folks think of removing bolts and drilling hole, tapping threads into shackle and installing grease fittings , so can lube bushing on a regular basis?
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 01-12-2018, 01:46 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 18,501
Posted By tkgraves
Great answer, and info, I’m gonna do what u...

Great answer, and info, I’m gonna do what u recommend,new 7 wire for RV, old 4 wire for backup or spare harness, and add a circuit breaker on both ends. Thanks for help
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 01-11-2018, 10:50 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 18,501
Posted By tkgraves
Not wanting to steal post, but I have a ram 1500,...

Not wanting to steal post, but I have a ram 1500, that has a 4 wire trailer cable and then a 12 gauge trailer brake wire ran separately to elec brake connector, no 12 volt wire from truck at all,...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-10-2018, 09:00 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,565
Posted By tkgraves
Where

Where
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 06-06-2017, 09:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,152
Posted By tkgraves
Just replaced all 4 constancy, china made tires...

Just replaced all 4 constancy, china made tires with MAXXIS 8008 10 ply (E) rated tires, maxxis tires are much stiffer and a lot heavier. Now I feel more relaxed towing my 5th wheel.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 06-06-2017, 09:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,565
Posted By tkgraves
I would disconnect battery, and be sure welder...

I would disconnect battery, and be sure welder has a very good ground to the chassis
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