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Forum: Cherokee 08-21-2023, 06:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,507
Posted By pilotpip
Depending on how your new camper is wired you may...

Depending on how your new camper is wired you may not fix your breaker tripping issue if you're running 2 heaters and a coffee maker. Those all draw a lot of amps.

I'll run 1 small ceramic...
Forum: Rockwood 08-15-2023, 05:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,524
Posted By pilotpip
I'm a 2509 owner and I'm going to make this...

I'm a 2509 owner and I'm going to make this suggestion:

Get the camper FOR YOU, not your grandkids. If you think you'll travel enough to need more storage space, look at something geared more...
Forum: Rockwood 07-24-2023, 07:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,515
Posted By pilotpip
They're popular with the toy hauler crowd because...

They're popular with the toy hauler crowd because of the adjustability. They've also had some major QC issues that while they've supported, did happen a lot (stripped bolts, broken gauges, etc).
...
Forum: Rockwood 06-16-2023, 08:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,217
Posted By pilotpip
I leave my stabilizers up unless I'm sleeping in...

I leave my stabilizers up unless I'm sleeping in it or working on it. They're not designed to support the weight of the trailer.
Forum: Rockwood 06-16-2023, 08:51 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,686
Posted By pilotpip
[QUOTE=Falcon900Guy;2856469] It's still a...

[QUOTE=Falcon900Guy;2856469]

It's still a cockpit, unless it becomes a box office. The OP has a HUD in their pic.

And for you: classic or Easy?
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 06-10-2023, 09:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 928
Posted By pilotpip
If you have them, use them. You may not use...

If you have them, use them. You may not use them, but they will transfer weight to your front axle which will give you better handling. This will help much more than a friction bar.
Forum: Rockwood 06-02-2023, 10:23 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,686
Posted By pilotpip
Yes, it does. Off topic, but what cockpit is...

Yes, it does. Off topic, but what cockpit is that? Nice HUD.
Forum: Rockwood 05-29-2023, 05:10 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,686
Posted By pilotpip
I like my little 1500w electric space heater when...

I like my little 1500w electric space heater when it's not too cold for this reason.

I don't think the travel trailer companies have figured out FADEC yet.
Forum: Rockwood 05-24-2023, 10:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,350
Posted By pilotpip
Meguiars makes 2 RV/marine waxes that work well...

Meguiars makes 2 RV/marine waxes that work well and can be applied in direct sunlight. They're also reasonably priced.
Forum: Rockwood 05-24-2023, 10:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 937
Posted By pilotpip
I have a 2509. I had a maxxair fan installed on...

I have a 2509. I had a maxxair fan installed on the front vent when I purchased. They pulled the power off the closest ceiling light fixture. The only downside is I have to have the interior light...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-11-2023, 10:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,904
Posted By pilotpip
Just make sure the anti skid isn't deferred.

Just make sure the anti skid isn't deferred.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-11-2023, 10:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,564
Posted By pilotpip
I tow a 2509 behind an 18 F150. I have an...

I tow a 2509 behind an 18 F150. I have an Equalizer E4 with 1000lb bars. The only thing I've change from stock is switching to LT tires. It's rock solid going down the highway.
Forum: Rockwood 05-01-2023, 08:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,734
Posted By pilotpip
I fat-fingered. My tongue weight is 875, and I...

I fat-fingered. My tongue weight is 875, and I have several 2x8 boards in my passthrough for the camp site I'm most often at.

I don't buy the weights in the brochure or from the manufacturer at...
Forum: Rockwood 04-29-2023, 11:29 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,734
Posted By pilotpip
If that's how you're making it work, I think you...

If that's how you're making it work, I think you need to consider a different tow vehicle. Based on my experience, I also think the 2509 is the largest/heaviest model I'd tow with my F-150. The...
Forum: Rockwood 04-29-2023, 11:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,997
Posted By pilotpip
My wife and I both grew up with pop ups. We...

My wife and I both grew up with pop ups. We didn't even consider a hybrid because we didn't want to have to open everything back up to dry out if we were breaking camp when it was raining or wet. ...
Forum: General Community Discussions 04-23-2023, 12:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,801
Posted By pilotpip
Use a leaf blower.

Use a leaf blower.
Forum: Jokes and Humor 04-14-2023, 09:47 PM
Replies: 9,162
Views: 1,494,451
Posted By pilotpip
My favorites were the ones flying on a buddy...

My favorites were the ones flying on a buddy pass.

Thank you for reminding me why I left 121 and fly corporate now.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 04-11-2023, 09:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,795
Posted By pilotpip
Another advantage: 1 100ah lithium is like having...

Another advantage: 1 100ah lithium is like having roughly 2 100ah lead acid batteries. Lead acids aren't supposed to be discharged below 50% or they will be damaged.
Forum: Rockwood 04-11-2023, 03:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,040
Posted By pilotpip
Expect your tongue weight to be 800-1000lbs when...

Expect your tongue weight to be 800-1000lbs when loaded. They're nose heavy. Mine runs about 875.

I'm towing with an F-150 that has 1750 payload, and an Equalizer E4 hitch with 1000lb bars. ...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 03-28-2023, 04:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,528
Posted By pilotpip
A converter switches shore power from AC to DC...

A converter switches shore power from AC to DC for battery charging and other DC loads. You're confusing that with an INVERTER, which changes DC to AC for things like your fridge, and electrical...
Forum: Rockwood 03-10-2023, 07:48 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,942
Posted By pilotpip
Those keys are for the door. You likely need a...

Those keys are for the door. You likely need a CH731 for the storage doors. They're easy to get at any RV store or online.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 03-07-2023, 09:49 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,263
Posted By pilotpip
Get a WDH. Moving more weight to your front axle...

Get a WDH. Moving more weight to your front axle on the truck will only help.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 03-06-2023, 10:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,215
Posted By pilotpip
This made me laugh, because I completely get it. ...

This made me laugh, because I completely get it. Also, because you're teaching a falcon you're familiar with Dassault's philosophy that every button and switch is guarded, and touching it requires...
Forum: Rockwood 02-14-2023, 10:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,117
Posted By pilotpip
I've dry camped into the teens with a winterized...

I've dry camped into the teens with a winterized camper. Unwinterized, I've gone into the mid 20s overnight with no issues and I don't have tank heaters.

If you're unwinterized, open your...
Forum: Rockwood 02-03-2023, 10:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,095
Posted By pilotpip
I was looking at HD rams and 2500 diesels had...

I was looking at HD rams and 2500 diesels had around 1900lbs payload in a well equipped Laramie. Nowhere near enough for a family (assuming a family because she's looking at a bunkhouse) riding in...
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