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Forum: Surveyor 07-27-2012, 08:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,074
Posted By 98xlt98
I will keep that in mind. But I just thought of...

I will keep that in mind. But I just thought of another difference between my existing and past trailer. The heavier trailer had a leaf suspension, while the Surveyor has torsion. Maybe the torsion...
Forum: Surveyor 07-27-2012, 07:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,074
Posted By 98xlt98
How to make trailer more stable?

At night time when I am sleeping in the front bed of my 233T, I can easily feel the movements from the people sleeping in the rear bed. I have the 4 corner stabilizers down and also 4 chocks on the...
Forum: Surveyor 07-14-2012, 08:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,240
Posted By 98xlt98
Air Conditioner Fan Noise

Our 2005 233T has the type of AC that has no ducts. My previous trailer had ceiling ducts and the fan noise was low. With the hot summer, the AC needs to be on all the time! Wondering if anyone has...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 06-18-2012, 08:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,459
Posted By 98xlt98
When I said snowy, that meant I could see the...

When I said snowy, that meant I could see the stations, but most had a snowy appearance. None had a clear looking appearance like it was with the over-the-air channels.

When I told the TV to look...
Forum: Surveyor 06-17-2012, 10:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,141
Posted By 98xlt98
Velcro loose on bed doors

When pulling the bed canopy flap from the velcro that is glued to the metal door, the velcro was coming loose in places. Any suggestions on glues, or should a person just buy a new roll of...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 06-17-2012, 10:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,459
Posted By 98xlt98
Snowy Cable TV

First time using the cable tv system in a 2005 Surveyor. Picture was snowy on the flatscreen TV. Had the camp techy look at the problem. Snow came from the two TV outlets in camper, problem did not...
Forum: Surveyor 06-10-2012, 11:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,489
Posted By 98xlt98
Mounting of TV LCD

Looking for suggestions on what other people have done to install a LCD TV, about 19-23", in a model 233 Surveyor. Have you mounted to the wall above the table or possibly to the end of the cabinet...
Forum: Surveyor 06-10-2012, 11:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,864
Posted By 98xlt98
Thanks for the picture! I will have to see if any...

Thanks for the picture! I will have to see if any of our doors have those snaps! I am hoping our Surveyor can store the mattresses like your pic.
Forum: Surveyor 06-09-2012, 12:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,864
Posted By 98xlt98
It is a 2005 and the mattresses are OEM. I do see...

It is a 2005 and the mattresses are OEM. I do see snaps on both mattresses.
Forum: Surveyor 06-09-2012, 06:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,864
Posted By 98xlt98
Missing Bed Straps?

Just purchased a used 233T. When the bed ends are closed, is there some type of straps used to keep the mattresses in place? We have opened and closed the beds only once and getting ready for the...
Forum: Surveyor 06-09-2012, 06:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,269
Posted By 98xlt98
I now see that the roof on the slide-out has a...

I now see that the roof on the slide-out has a built-in slope away from the main body of the trailer. So if the trailer axle is level, then the slope will definitely help to keep water going in the...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 06-05-2012, 08:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,019
Posted By 98xlt98
Battery cables are hooked up, jacked 2 tires up,...

Battery cables are hooked up, jacked 2 tires up, pulled plug from breakaway switch, tires still spin freely, no braking occurring and no brake sounds either.

I then went under the trailer, left...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 06-03-2012, 09:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,019
Posted By 98xlt98
"my test light between the negative cables and...

"my test light between the negative cables and the battery post did not light up."
When I have a test light hooked up like this and then turn something on electrically inside the camper that draws...
Forum: Windows, Awnings & Doors 06-03-2012, 09:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,178
Posted By 98xlt98
The bathroom door hinges are designed as a rolled...

The bathroom door hinges are designed as a rolled hinge. So there is a very small opening where I had no success in getting lubricant thru. The exterior door has aluminum hinges that are not rolled....
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 06-02-2012, 09:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,019
Posted By 98xlt98
Breakaway Switch

Pulled the pin out to test the system, but my test light between the negative cables and the battery post did not light up. This is on a 2005 Hybrid Surveyor. Is there a fuse somewhere under the...
Forum: Windows, Awnings & Doors 06-02-2012, 09:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,178
Posted By 98xlt98
Noisey Door Hinges

Have this problem on 2 doors on my 2005 Surveyor hybrid. I tried spraying with a lubricant, but I think the problem is trying to get the lube inside the hinges. These hinges are on the exterior...
Forum: Slide Outs 05-31-2012, 08:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,093
Posted By 98xlt98
Here are my Surveyor, model 233T pics. I did...

Here are my Surveyor, model 233T pics. I did remove the double roller assembly today, and both rollers work correctly. But I do need to refasten the black fiberglass-like material back to the plywood...
Forum: Slide Outs 05-30-2012, 09:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,093
Posted By 98xlt98
Couch Slideout 233T

Just purchased this 2005 hybrid and this is my first trailer with a slideout. This slideout has the single center rack, here are my concerns.

1st: When I extended it, I noticed when outside and...
Forum: Surveyor 05-27-2012, 10:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,269
Posted By 98xlt98
How to level trailer with a slide out

Recently purchased a 233T with the couch slideout. I previously camped for 10 years in a trailer with no slideout. My concern is what the owners manual said about leveling a trailer with a slideout....
Forum: Surveyor 03-05-2011, 08:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,375
Posted By 98xlt98
Fold Out Bed Vinyl Roof

Looking at a 2004 Surveyor with two fold out beds. What is the opinion of these types of beds? Has anyone had to change the vinyl roof material after getting so old?
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