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Forum: Evo Travel Trailers 08-03-2016, 11:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,568
Posted By 5LowesOR
got the above issues fixed and took the trailer...

got the above issues fixed and took the trailer for a 3 day camp. had a great time and the trailer did very well. AC has a hard time keeping up when the outside temps get above 90*. seems to run and...
Forum: Slide Outs 07-22-2016, 03:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 940
Posted By 5LowesOR
are these slide toppers typically a dealer only...

are these slide toppers typically a dealer only install or can they be done at home?
Forum: Evo Travel Trailers 07-19-2016, 09:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,212
Posted By 5LowesOR
I also like to dump any spare ice into the black...

I also like to dump any spare ice into the black water tank, drive around a bit before dumping. obviously this doesnt always work out but does help. otherwise its much as the others above have said.
Forum: Wildwood 07-06-2016, 04:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,709
Posted By 5LowesOR
we have just traded in our Wildwood Xlite for a...

we have just traded in our Wildwood Xlite for a different trailer after 1 year due to it leaking. had water entering at the very front of the trailer on the inside along that seam, also had water...
Forum: Evo Travel Trailers 07-06-2016, 11:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,568
Posted By 5LowesOR
took our new Evo out for the first camp out. had...

took our new Evo out for the first camp out. had a hell of a time filling the fresh water tank. we had the hose on a trickle taking close to an hour to fill 2/3 of the tank. water still cam pouring...
Forum: Wildwood 06-28-2016, 05:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 844
Posted By 5LowesOR
so i heard from the dealership, they said the...

so i heard from the dealership, they said the water intrusion is from pine needles and such getting behind the slide out seal. several area's needed to be resealed and they wanted to charge me 1.5hrs...
Forum: Evo Travel Trailers 06-27-2016, 09:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,568
Posted By 5LowesOR
new owner 2016 240BHS

We are taking ownership of our Evo this week. We previously had a year old Wildwood 262bhxt that decided to leak excessive amounts of water in varous locations, trailer was a year old. Needless to...
Forum: Evo Travel Trailers 06-26-2016, 05:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,203
Posted By 5LowesOR
what year is your Evo? We just purchased a 2016...

what year is your Evo? We just purchased a 2016 240BH Evo and there is already bracing and a class 2 receiver welded in place.
Forum: Wildwood 06-24-2016, 04:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,172
Posted By 5LowesOR
i dont have nearly the trailer you do. I went...

i dont have nearly the trailer you do. I went with the Champion 3100w unit sold on amazon or home depot. was inexpensive, has wheels and is about 80#s so i can easily lift it into the truck myself....
Forum: Wildwood 06-23-2016, 12:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 844
Posted By 5LowesOR
water leak

Here is a picture and a video which i hope works. i have been getting water entry in my trailer off and on for a while i guess based on the staples being rusted along the wall to the right of my...
Forum: Wildwood 06-23-2016, 12:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,327
Posted By 5LowesOR
does your new trailer have the leaf springs...

does your new trailer have the leaf springs mounted on top or below the axles? I have last years model and the axles are mounted above the suspension. This makes the trailer very low to the ground...
Forum: Wildwood 06-09-2016, 09:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,619
Posted By 5LowesOR
Correct, we where on our second camping trip when...

Correct, we where on our second camping trip when the slide out decided to not slide back in when it was time to leave. that is when i had to use the manual override process. I have had no further...
Forum: Wildwood 06-08-2016, 03:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,619
Posted By 5LowesOR
no i have dual batteries. the slide out...

no i have dual batteries.

the slide out only moving 2"s at a time is what i experienced. the wiring harness had to be replaced under warranty. i had to use the over ride as you described to get...
Forum: Windows, Awnings & Doors 06-08-2016, 09:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,212
Posted By 5LowesOR
ok so i tried some Tile-Ex on the awning and that...

ok so i tried some Tile-Ex on the awning and that did help a bunch although i still have some pink stains. I may have to use this product a few more times on the awning. What pisses me off is i paid...
Forum: Wildwood 06-08-2016, 09:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,619
Posted By 5LowesOR
I had the same experience as Revirtserof, I have...

I had the same experience as Revirtserof, I have also not found a manual method to open/close the slide out and had to use that over ride controller box in the manner he mentions. now i didnt need...
Forum: Wildwood 06-01-2016, 11:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,619
Posted By 5LowesOR
I had this issue with my similar model trailer...

I had this issue with my similar model trailer awhile back. there is an override button located on right side, under the slide itself on the inside. you have to stick your finger into a hole and you...
Forum: Windows, Awnings & Doors 06-01-2016, 10:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,212
Posted By 5LowesOR
mold stains on Awning

My awning is showing some pink and black stains. I attempted to clean using a soft bristle car wash brush. the stains are not coming off. I used dawn with some bleach with no change. the awning is a...
Forum: Wildwood 05-09-2016, 05:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,379
Posted By 5LowesOR
we are considering one of those large foam...

we are considering one of those large foam mattress's you can order thru Amazon. anyone have much luck? I did some measuring and i could fit a true Queen size mattress in there. anyone else try this?
Forum: Wildwood 05-09-2016, 05:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,315
Posted By 5LowesOR
My jacks would behave this way, took the trailer...

My jacks would behave this way, took the trailer in and they replaced the entire wiring harness and wireless control unit.

I have also had the pins fail that allow the jacks to lower/raise. have...
Forum: Wildwood 04-25-2016, 04:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,379
Posted By 5LowesOR
well we are needing a new mattress i think now....

well we are needing a new mattress i think now. what would you all recommend.
Forum: Wildwood 04-25-2016, 02:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,379
Posted By 5LowesOR
No the mattress was never wet. the sheets and...

No the mattress was never wet. the sheets and comforter have been on the bed thru the winter
Forum: Wildwood 04-25-2016, 01:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,379
Posted By 5LowesOR
Bed springs rusting

So i have had my Wildwood for a year now, we noticed some light mold on our bed sheets in the trailer. got the sheets pulled and when i lifted the mattress up i noticed these rust stains on the...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 04-14-2016, 02:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,693
Posted By 5LowesOR
do the Brass bushing need pressed in?

do the Brass bushing need pressed in?
Forum: Wildwood 04-08-2016, 12:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,568
Posted By 5LowesOR
My problem has been with the pin falling out....

My problem has been with the pin falling out. installing a bolt with a nylon lock nut would be my next go if this continues.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 03-30-2016, 04:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,530
Posted By 5LowesOR
should the shackles also be upgraded given how...

should the shackles also be upgraded given how the stock ones of so poor quality.
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