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Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 06-17-2012, 10:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 116,397
Posted By Blkvoodoo
I've been very happy with mine, pulls very nice,...

I've been very happy with mine, pulls very nice, no sway, even with passing trucks. probably 700miles on them now.

and they don't feel any warmer than the TV tires when coming off the highway.
Forum: General Community Discussions 01-18-2012, 05:30 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 10,551
Posted By Blkvoodoo
Falls Lake Nc, Rolling View campground KOA...

Falls Lake Nc, Rolling View campground

KOA Smithfield NC, 4th of July

Ocracoke Island, dry camping at the NPS campground, awesome, all windows open breeze thru the camper all day/night

KOA...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 08-20-2011, 02:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,854
Posted By Blkvoodoo
....or pull the fuse in the red connector ( has...

....or pull the fuse in the red connector ( has a cap on it) on the frame rail just above the breakaway switch.

this fuse ( 20amp) allows the CO/LP detector to work as well, and thats the...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 08-14-2011, 09:21 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 116,397
Posted By Blkvoodoo
Ok, I've got 2 trips on the Kumho's now, (...

Ok, I've got 2 trips on the Kumho's now, ( 185/82R14 ) I like them

I pulled to Outer banks of NC end of July, they were quiet, and were definitely cooler running than the Kendas I had on...
Forum: Forest River Classifieds | Archive 08-12-2011, 09:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,165
Posted By Blkvoodoo
these were removed from a '12 Flagstaff 625D,...

these were removed from a '12 Flagstaff 625D, make reasonable offer.
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 08-03-2011, 10:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 10,269
Posted By Blkvoodoo
that area is just small enough neither of our...

that area is just small enough neither of our coolers will fit, I use the area to stack pillows ( in plastic bags ) on the floor when closed up.

I tried laying foam noodles across the top of the...
Forum: Forest River Classifieds | Archive 07-30-2011, 03:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,165
Posted By Blkvoodoo
13" LR D tires for Pop-up

4 tires and wheels, 2 0n alloy wheels, ~300 miles on tires, 2 on non matching steel wheels, never on the ground.

Kenda Karrier Load Star 175/85R13 RADIAL Load Range D

removed from camper to...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 07-18-2011, 09:36 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 116,397
Posted By Blkvoodoo
I have a pair of the 857 Kumho's 185r14 on my...

I have a pair of the 857 Kumho's 185r14 on my camper,just installed them Saturday, took the trailer for a drag Sunday afternoon, 88° out side, nice and sunny.

the ride was more to see how the...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 07-16-2011, 11:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,233
Posted By Blkvoodoo
the change over....

so I set the new tire next to old for size comparison
6836

6837

the new look somewhat larger and they are, but keep in mind, you are only realizing half the height increase of the new tire (...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 07-15-2011, 08:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,508
Posted By Blkvoodoo
THANK YOU !! this is my thoughts to a T I...

THANK YOU !! this is my thoughts to a T

I mostly didn't get involved with the dealer or FR because > I want to use the camper, not have it sit on their lot while they figure it out.

I'm not...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 07-15-2011, 08:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,233
Posted By Blkvoodoo
So i have ordered tires and wheels, Tires from...

So i have ordered tires and wheels, Tires from Tire Rack, wheels from E-trailer, Kumho 857 185r14 radial LR-D

had the tires and wheels mounted tonight, will fit them to camper in the AM to see...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 07-15-2011, 07:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,508
Posted By Blkvoodoo
you more than likely have a 3500 lb axle...

you more than likely have a 3500 lb axle capacity, there is no reason you shouldn't be able to use it, going to the 13" LR D tires will take you to 3220 lbs tire capacity. if that works for you,...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 07-04-2011, 08:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,372
Posted By Blkvoodoo
Thanks for the tip, I put the noodle above the...

Thanks for the tip, I put the noodle above the shepards hook cross ways, and the water/condensate ran right off. thank you !
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 07-01-2011, 05:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,508
Posted By Blkvoodoo
Iam doing just this on our 625D, came with...

Iam doing just this on our 625D, came with 175/85r13 LR D radials, which work, until you actually wanna load the camper and haul it down the road.

I am upsizing to 185R14 Kumho 857s, the tires...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 07-01-2011, 05:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 10,269
Posted By Blkvoodoo
oh, they did, they mounted the battery on the...

oh, they did, they mounted the battery on the tray next to the LP tank, used self drilling self tapping screws to hold the box to the plate, but the belt was (loosely) around the box.

when asked...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 07-01-2011, 04:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 10,269
Posted By Blkvoodoo
Our dealer/sales geek was pretty disinterested in...

Our dealer/sales geek was pretty disinterested in the walk around, the shop guy was pretty good, but even he was lacking on some thing I think he should have known about ( you work on these things...
Forum: General Community Discussions 06-27-2011, 06:37 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,884
Posted By Blkvoodoo
I have to admit, Friday afternoon late, this was...

I have to admit, Friday afternoon late, this was me, I was exhausted, worked all day, slept very little the night before, DD was all kinda of excited to be camping again.

To add to it, we...
Forum: General Community Discussions 06-26-2011, 06:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,884
Posted By Blkvoodoo
Having just returned from camping a few hours...

Having just returned from camping a few hours ago, my only objection to noise would be whooping and hollering from a neighboring campsite, or constant screeching of the girls at said site.

I was...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 06-21-2011, 06:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 10,269
Posted By Blkvoodoo
check you tire capacity versus actual weight, DO...

check you tire capacity versus actual weight, DO NOT rely on the frame sticker to be accurate.

our '12 sticker claimed 2757weight, with out water and our "stuff".

What it also didn't account...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 06-20-2011, 06:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,306
Posted By Blkvoodoo
1/4 turn and flip down to lock in the slide in...

1/4 turn and flip down to lock in the slide in closed position, flip up, quarter turn to unlock and pull out.

I'm not real sure I'm comfortable with the strength of the panels the latches are...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 06-17-2011, 10:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,233
Posted By Blkvoodoo
Hmmm !! looking there is also a 185r14 LR D 1874...

Hmmm !! looking there is also a 185r14 LR D 1874 lbs ea. (total load 3748 lbs ) and 25.6" diameter. ( the 13" are 24" dia. )

I like that idea even better, I might be able to get away with out a...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 06-17-2011, 07:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,233
Posted By Blkvoodoo
WOW! I just got back from weighing the...

WOW!

I just got back from weighing the camper. 3480 lbs

tire weight capacity is 3220,

after re-reading stickers on frame, the camper weight from the factory is WITHOUT AC, Awning, LP...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 06-15-2011, 05:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,306
Posted By Blkvoodoo
we recently purchased a '12 625D, have no idea...

we recently purchased a '12 625D, have no idea what the older ones did or didn't have on them, but from the brochure we got for the '11 ( may have even be '10 ) as though the shower toilet comb is...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 06-11-2011, 12:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,233
Posted By Blkvoodoo
swap from 13" to 14" wheels on Flagstaff 625D

our new 625D came with 175/80R13 load range D RADIAL tires. load rating of 1610 per tire, 3220 total weight. Kenda Karrier Load Star

Camper itself weighs in 2700ish, which leave about 400lbs ...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 06-09-2011, 03:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,372
Posted By Blkvoodoo
thanks, ! I'll try that and ya, if it...

thanks, ! I'll try that

and ya, if it doesn't work. I'll then have floats for float fishing ( something I learned about last weekend, caught 2 nice sized catfish )
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