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Forum: Rockwood 01-11-2021, 02:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,856
Posted By Big Shoe
Houston we have a roof problem

Has anyone else experienced any problems with their roof ?

My nephew went on my roof to wash it for me. He reported finding a small split in the rubber. This was just before the Christmas holidays...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 01-13-2019, 07:43 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 14,062
Posted By Big Shoe
E Rated Tires

I suggest MAXXIS Tires. Look them up on-line and have the tires shipped to you. I have used their E rated tires now for a couple of years and they hold up real good. Just my opinion.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 12-03-2018, 02:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,565
Posted By Big Shoe
Back-up Camera

When I purchased my 2015 5er I was told it was set up for a back-up camera. Right away I thought, why would they bother to set up for the camera but not include it in the price of the unit. But it's...
Forum: General Community Discussions 12-02-2018, 08:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,671
Posted By Big Shoe
Magic Chef Microwave

We had a Magic Chef microwave die on us this past spring.
The 5er is a 2015 Forest River so the factory warranty had expired.
The extended warranty covered it after I paid my $50 deductible and...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 11-03-2018, 04:16 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 22,868
Posted By Big Shoe
Walmart Anti-Freeze

I live in an area where the temps usually don't go below zero, and if they do it's only for a night or two. Most of the time our winter temps are in the 30's.

I have used the Walmart anti-freeze...
Forum: Central USA 10-26-2018, 12:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,452
Posted By Big Shoe
San Antonio

We stayed at the San Antonio KOA... nice place.
Right across the street there is a public bus stop,
For a little over a buck you can ride into San Antonio and get dropped off at the Alamo.

We...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 10-11-2018, 01:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,490
Posted By Big Shoe
The advantage that I see is that a dealership...

The advantage that I see is that a dealership will have a repair shop to fix things you find both during the sale and after the sale. You buy private you've got to find your own repair shop. ...
Forum: Tent Campers and Pop Ups 10-08-2018, 03:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 24,368
Posted By Big Shoe
Grey/Black Discharge

You mentioned the Galley. My Rockwood 5er has one discharge tube for the black and gray tanks and a separate discharge tube for the Galley. When I am camping somewhere for a week or so I have a "Y"...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-30-2018, 06:16 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 13,343
Posted By Big Shoe
Yes you normally tow it to the dump station, but...

Yes you normally tow it to the dump station, but you have to get it out from the side of your rig to get it to the tow vehicle.
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-30-2018, 04:11 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 13,343
Posted By Big Shoe
Bigger isn't always better: 12 gal = 100 lbs, 20...

Bigger isn't always better: 12 gal = 100 lbs, 20 gal = 167 lbs, 30 = 258 lbs, 40 = 335 lbs.

A hernia or pulled back could end your camping trip quickly.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 09-27-2018, 03:57 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,591
Posted By Big Shoe
I also have a Tire Pressure Monitoring System I...

I also have a Tire Pressure Monitoring System I use because no matter how good your tires, a nail can take you out.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 09-27-2018, 06:57 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,591
Posted By Big Shoe
I did my research on tires. I decided the tire...

I did my research on tires. I decided the tire for my rig was the "E" rated 10 ply tire.
When I purchased my fifth wheel with the "C" rated tires the dealership sales manager and I had a lively...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-26-2018, 07:01 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 12,441
Posted By Big Shoe
CO/LP Gas Detector Alert

As I posted earlier, our CO/LP detector went off and I attributed it to having not enough ventilation to allow gases to escape. I did not smell propane or anything else to give me cause to be...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-25-2018, 03:07 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,806
Posted By Big Shoe
I think it's a matter of preference. We went from...

I think it's a matter of preference. We went from a TT to a 5er and one thing you must always be aware of is the road clearance. Even with a TT you can snag a low branch but with the 5er you have...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 09-24-2018, 07:47 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,591
Posted By Big Shoe
No matter which tires you have on your rig... the...

No matter which tires you have on your rig... the best insurance is checking the tire pressure, wiggle the tire stems and listen for hissing sounds, inspect the tire for cracks and lumps and then...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 09-23-2018, 03:44 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,591
Posted By Big Shoe
Tire Exchange

When I purchased my Forrest River 32' Signature Series fifth wheel I checked the tires and found they were "C" rated. I asked if they could be upgraded to "E"'s and was told no. The trailer I was...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-21-2018, 06:41 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 20,754
Posted By Big Shoe
Never leave home without it.

I carry an air compressor with me on all trips.

You can't worry about finding a working air pumping station at the gas stations and when you do, most of the time, it's very difficult to be able...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-11-2018, 02:45 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 25,790
Posted By Big Shoe
Hurricane Florence

If you can hook up and get away that would be the best case scenario.
But they are saying this storm will track in about 200 miles.

Man I'm glad I'm not in your shoes.
Good luck and we will...
Forum: Cedar Creek 09-11-2018, 02:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,098
Posted By Big Shoe
A/C Helper

When we travel during warmer temp's we bring along out Wind Tunnel fan. The fan moves the air around and help the A/C cools things down and keep it cool. I have also found on those nights when you...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-04-2018, 04:39 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 12,441
Posted By Big Shoe
At least you now have peace of mind in knowing it...

At least you now have peace of mind in knowing it was a faulty detector and not something more serious or deadly.
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-04-2018, 02:46 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 12,441
Posted By Big Shoe
CO/LP Gas Detector

I don't know which detector you have and whether it's a dual CO/LP unit of just Carbon Monoxide Detector, but I have read a bunch of articles and remarks concerning the same problem.

Our last...
Forum: Pets 09-01-2018, 01:24 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 10,064
Posted By Big Shoe
Dogs Camping

I don't have any suggestions or answers but I do have a funny story.

A few years ago we had a site at the Stone Mountain State Park Campground. I kept hearing this horn beep. Not a blast, just a...
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-24-2018, 02:59 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 13,083
Posted By Big Shoe
RV Extension - Yes

I have two extensions. One is a homemade job that was given to me. I bought a new one when I saw a sale at CW. I have used the extension a couple of times over the years and have loaned my second...
Forum: Tips and Tricks 09-23-2015, 03:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,830
Posted By Big Shoe
I had the Craftsman 120V Portable Inflator for...

I had the Craftsman 120V Portable Inflator for ten years and it did the job.
This summer it died. I bought another inflator while on the road from AutoZone and I'm not happy with it. I am now...
Forum: On the Road | Travel Chat 09-12-2015, 01:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,114
Posted By Big Shoe
Thumbs up Florida to Grand Canyon

I just made that trip this summer. Left Clearwater FL on 75 then picked up 10 over to Texas. From there we went through New Mexico and into Arizona on up to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.

You...
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