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Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 06-11-2016, 10:46 AM
Replies: 266
Views: 429,730
Posted By Windywest
I experienced the same problem with one of my...

I experienced the same problem with one of my grease zerks when I was injecting grease into the bearings a couple years ago. To make sure it was the zerk, I just removed one from the wheel beside it...
Forum: Propane Systems 07-07-2015, 08:32 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 12,879
Posted By Windywest
I have a solar panel, transfer switch, and a...

I have a solar panel, transfer switch, and a 2000w xantrex inverter. Can run the fridge on ac anytime, including travel.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 06-23-2015, 09:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,623
Posted By Windywest
When you have a blowout, most are pulled at least...

When you have a blowout, most are pulled at least a half mile before even noticed. All the weight on one side is on the single axle for entire time at highway speed. I bought a tpms just so I know,...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 06-06-2015, 05:17 PM
Replies: 266
Views: 429,730
Posted By Windywest
I have a 2011 5er, I haven't pulled the hubs, but...

I have a 2011 5er, I haven't pulled the hubs, but inject a few squirts of bearing grease in every season. I only pull about 800 miles a year, brakes are good, and my tpms says heat is normal. I...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 05-31-2015, 09:35 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,723
Posted By Windywest
I went from LR C to LR E after a blow out a...

I went from LR C to LR E after a blow out a couple years ago, I air at 65 psi and the tires run great.
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-24-2015, 08:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,780
Posted By Windywest
Yes, my tires are spaced close, so one of ramp...

Yes, my tires are spaced close, so one of ramp aids would work. As I mentioned, I just use a 8 inch wood wedge one of my fence building friends gave me, works great.
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-23-2015, 10:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,780
Posted By Windywest
After a blowout, I replaced all 4 tires and the...

After a blowout, I replaced all 4 tires and the tire shop used a floor jack under the axle close to the hubs, no issue. I asked about jacking on the frame, and he said he's been in the business for...
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-15-2015, 09:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,001
Posted By Windywest
You can buy sprays that make old vehicles smell...

You can buy sprays that make old vehicles smell new, dealers use them all the time.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 03-15-2015, 09:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,987
Posted By Windywest
I have the same truck, but a 2011. I pull about...

I have the same truck, but a 2011. I pull about 9000k loaded in regular mode, and put it in towhaul in town or in hilly terrain. The 6.7 with 6 speed is designed for towing, your 7500 lbs can't hurt...
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-13-2015, 08:14 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 15,620
Posted By Windywest
We've had rv ovens in all our units, never used...

We've had rv ovens in all our units, never used any of them once. We do use the mw quite a bit.
Forum: Prime Time 03-01-2015, 10:53 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 13,965
Posted By Windywest
That's exactly what I do. The Y hose connector...

That's exactly what I do. The Y hose connector has 2 shutoffs, and when I use the bwf, I shut it off while the water is running. Also a separate hose for the bwf, even a different color so never any...
Forum: Prime Time 03-01-2015, 08:56 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 13,965
Posted By Windywest
I don't leave my bwf connected until I want to...

I don't leave my bwf connected until I want to flush, even then I use a Y Connector so it's impossible for any flow back into the water supply.
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 03-01-2015, 08:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,837
Posted By Windywest
I live in Alberta Canada, had temps of -40C and...

I live in Alberta Canada, had temps of -40C and have never removed our lcd tv, still works like a charm as does the stereo and other electronic stuff.
Forum: Prime Time 03-01-2015, 08:38 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 13,965
Posted By Windywest
I still don't know what's wrong with just getting...

I still don't know what's wrong with just getting rid of the entire fitting and just bypass it with a 50 cent coupler. I did last year and haven't had any issues, black flush works the same as ever.
Forum: Propane Systems 02-11-2015, 08:53 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 10,734
Posted By Windywest
If I'm on a long trip I keep my fridge on...

If I'm on a long trip I keep my fridge on propane, for a short trip I use ac through an inverter and solar panel.
Forum: Tips and Tricks 02-05-2015, 04:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,037
Posted By Windywest
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Forum: Tips and Tricks 02-04-2015, 08:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,037
Posted By Windywest
We carry 5 gals of home tap water, and bottled...

We carry 5 gals of home tap water, and bottled water for drinking and coffee. I find campground water too chlorinated, ok for washing and showering, but not good for consumption.
Forum: Tips and Tricks 02-04-2015, 04:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,037
Posted By Windywest
X2 removed my filter housing last year, fittings...

X2 removed my filter housing last year, fittings cost me less than a dollar at Home Hardware. Removing the filter housing sure makes winterizing a lot easier, since the filter and housing are in the...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 02-04-2015, 04:28 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 23,897
Posted By Windywest
Airdale, the link you have provided is for US...

Airdale, the link you have provided is for US residents, Canadian residents must use the Dept of Transport site.

Defect Investigations and Recalls - Transport Canada...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 02-02-2015, 03:56 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 23,897
Posted By Windywest
You are correct, it is a misprint of the label by...

You are correct, it is a misprint of the label by FR, and had I been a new unexperienced owner, I probably would have inflated the 50 psi C rated tires to 65 psi. If I had a wreck, injuries, or loss...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 02-02-2015, 01:18 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 23,897
Posted By Windywest
How would they ever know you changed out tires ?...

How would they ever know you changed out tires ? Most warranty work is done by the dealer, and I'll bet they could give a rat's butt what tires you have on.

On my 5th wheel, the side sticker says...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-28-2015, 06:19 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 23,897
Posted By Windywest
On the issue of tire pressure vs weight loads,...

On the issue of tire pressure vs weight loads, here is the Goodyear RV tire inflation charts. https://www.goodyearrvtires.com/pdfs/rv_inflation.pdf


If you look at the 225/75R15 tires, it says...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-28-2015, 05:55 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 23,897
Posted By Windywest
When my tires were changed, they changed the...

When my tires were changed, they changed the valve stems as well to metal. My Rims are the HWT Series 6 Americana Aluminum Hi-Spec Series 6 Trailer Wheel - 15" x 6" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 HWT Tires and...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-27-2015, 11:04 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 23,897
Posted By Windywest
After blowing a trail express LRC, I replaced all...

After blowing a trail express LRC, I replaced all 4 tires with load e, on the same rims. I have been running them at 65psi since that is what the dealer recommended for my trailer weight. I have a...
Forum: Berkshire 01-08-2015, 06:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,003
Posted By Windywest
I stand corrected, on rereading def can degrade, ...

I stand corrected, on rereading def can degrade, but I still wouldn't get too worried about it since it's in your vehicle.
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