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Forum: Forest River Classifieds | Archive 01-16-2018, 03:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 761
Posted By philobeddoe
I/M sent.

I/M sent.
Forum: Palomino 10-12-2017, 03:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,211
Posted By philobeddoe
Columbus 365RL Roofing Material ?

Can someone say for certain on a 2014 365RL whether the roofing material is EPDM of TPO? Just trying to make sure it gets the right cleaning and conditioning material.
Forum: Forest River Classifieds | Archive 08-13-2017, 05:14 PM
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For Sale: Cedar Creek 30RLBS
Views: 746
Posted By philobeddoe
Cedar Creek 30RLBS

2003 Cedar Creek 30RLBS fifth wheel. 33ft long. Two slides, with toppers. Full size shower. Separate lavatory with linen storage. Arctic package with heated mattress. New leather couch and recliner....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-11-2017, 02:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,557
Posted By philobeddoe
If it's puking out around the degas bottle cap,...

If it's puking out around the degas bottle cap, hope you're not passed the point of no return. A few things first and foremost.....buy a new degas bottle cap. OEM, no AutoZone on the cap. They've...
Forum: Palomino 08-04-2017, 01:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 913
Posted By philobeddoe
Buying(Ordering) A New Columbus 5th Wheel

My wife and I have been kinda halfway looking into ordering a new Columbus 5th wheel. My question is this; to those who have recently bought, is there a dealer who you would recommend reaching out to...
Forum: Solera 07-23-2017, 06:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,617
Posted By philobeddoe
I hate to say it, but I'd almost have let er'...

I hate to say it, but I'd almost have let er' burn. In a save such as yours, what is the potential of being caught between the insurance co. trying to repair vs total loss? I say that because a...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-23-2017, 05:32 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 19,614
Posted By philobeddoe
What rear end gear does your truck have? I've...

What rear end gear does your truck have? I've kicked around the idea of ordering a F250 w/a gasser in it. I did see you can get a 4.10 rear end with the 6.2. I know that would probably absolutely...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-22-2017, 12:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,536
Posted By philobeddoe
If you tow with even moderate frequency, you'll...

If you tow with even moderate frequency, you'll hate the 3.08 rear end gear. When loaded, the 3.08 may actually hinder fuel mileage, simply because you're having to keep the truck wound up to keep...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-17-2017, 04:13 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 13,469
Posted By philobeddoe
Seriously consider this route. Having not owned a...

Seriously consider this route. Having not owned a camper before, find a nice clean used one. Give it a season or two, then upgrade should you like the pull-trailer vibe. In that time, you can learn...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 07-13-2017, 10:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,059
Posted By philobeddoe
Financing.........

My better half and I are in the early stages of trying to convince ourselves that we need a new fifth wheel. To those who may have recently purchased a new camper/rv and those didn't use dealer...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-12-2017, 01:51 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,101
Posted By philobeddoe
Dollars to doughnuts you have some out of round...

Dollars to doughnuts you have some out of round front brake rotors. Should that ultimately end up being the case, buy a new pair, don't bother with turning your current pair. If you tow a lot,...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 07-12-2017, 01:22 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 10,789
Posted By philobeddoe
I tend to be with the crowd that would beef up...

I tend to be with the crowd that would beef up your current truck. Should you need bags in the rear, that's easy enough to do. The brake disks on the rear wouldn't be hard to upgrade. The front may...
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 07-11-2017, 05:48 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,009
Posted By philobeddoe
As far as putting new decals on, use soap and...

As far as putting new decals on, use soap and water. Fill up a squirt bottle with dish soap and water and spray the crap out of the area the new vinyl is going and the spray the back of the vinyl...
Forum: Central USA 07-08-2017, 04:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,606
Posted By philobeddoe
Since I live in Hot Springs, my point of view may...

Since I live in Hot Springs, my point of view may be skewed, but I believe either city would be a toss up. In Eureka Springs, you're closer to the NW corner of AR, where the attractions are to...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 07-06-2017, 01:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,584
Posted By philobeddoe
Put you a set of LT rated tires on and never...

Put you a set of LT rated tires on and never worry again. All of this LS rated tires or Maxxis this, Goodyear that is a lot of baloney. True enough, Goodyear and Maxxis are quality LS tires. But for...
Forum: General Community Discussions 06-20-2017, 12:57 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,751
Posted By philobeddoe
Great post! Your sentiments are shared by many....

Great post! Your sentiments are shared by many. My wife and I spent a week at Topsail last September, and like you, we had that queazy feeling when it was time to head home. Mainly because only the...
Forum: Eastern USA 06-03-2017, 10:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,187
Posted By philobeddoe
Try Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores. We just got...

Try Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores. We just got back from eight nights there. Loved it. We made reservations for the same time next year. It would be a long shot, but try Topsail Hill State Park in...
Forum: General Motorhome Discussion 05-21-2017, 04:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,005
Posted By philobeddoe
Low volts at startup will from time to time cause...

Low volts at startup will from time to time cause a trouble light. Remember, all new vehicles are essentially a rolling computer and it takes a full 12 or 24 volts to make them function. Otherwise,...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-18-2017, 04:40 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,859
Posted By philobeddoe
Day late and dollar short, as usual. A good...

Day late and dollar short, as usual. A good friend of ours sold his 2500 Suburban late last year and it was an LT. Which means pretty heavily loaded, leather seats and all and it wasn't a conversion....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-18-2017, 03:30 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,859
Posted By philobeddoe
If you are of the mindset of upgrading tow...

If you are of the mindset of upgrading tow vehicles, but need the SUV for family/extra room, look into a nice used 3/4 ton Suburban. There not as popular as the Yukon/Tahoe/Suburban on 1/2 ton...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 04-30-2017, 03:35 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,307
Posted By philobeddoe
I have an 06 F250 w/6.0 that I tow my Cedar Creek...

I have an 06 F250 w/6.0 that I tow my Cedar Creek 30RLBS, which is a 33 footer. I'm in central Arkansas and we tow to the Alabama/Florida coast every year, amongst other shorter trips. My truck is in...
Forum: Forest River Lifestyle 04-29-2017, 09:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,355
Posted By philobeddoe
If the good Lords' willing and the creeks don't...

If the good Lords' willing and the creeks don't rise, I'll have our Cedar Creek paid off next May. I can't wait! I got the Super Duty paid off this year, so camping will be more peaceful with those...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 03-10-2017, 01:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,064
Posted By philobeddoe
Whether you ultimately decide on the 1/2 ton or...

Whether you ultimately decide on the 1/2 ton or not, you'll grow to hate the 3:42 rear end gear. I wouldn't consider anything less than 3:73's in a gas burner. Unless you absolutely need a 4x4, the...
Forum: Rockwood 01-27-2017, 01:44 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 14,347
Posted By philobeddoe
If you camp in warm weather, get the 50 amp....

If you camp in warm weather, get the 50 amp. Between running the AC and a few other creature comforts, it doesn't take long to overwhelm 30 amp. It's better to have it and not need it, vs. the other...
Forum: Central USA 11-03-2016, 12:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,301
Posted By philobeddoe
Reservations probably wouldn't hurt, especially...

Reservations probably wouldn't hurt, especially depending on which campground you prefer. Bearing in mind that the Oaklawn race meet starts Jan. 15, so all of your horse people will be in town by...
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