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Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 12-05-2023, 06:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,403
Posted By txmike
So we looked at it today. Date on the vin...

So we looked at it today. Date on the vin sticker says Sept. 2022. So it's older than we thought.( the newer unit says March 2023 on the sticker.) No idea when built or delivered (yet). But it is...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 12-04-2023, 11:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,403
Posted By txmike
Oddly enough, it's the sa.e dealer, just...

Oddly enough, it's the sa.e dealer, just different location 2hr away. The build sheets are identical. Difference is age on the lot and their deal with manufacturer.

We're looking at the...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 12-04-2023, 09:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,403
Posted By txmike
Older "new" units on dealer lots

We are looking to upgrade to a 2023 Rockwood 2891bhs. We have one on hold at a local dealer, they got it in around June/ July 2023. We just found another semi local dealer that dropped their price...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-10-2020, 02:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 15,061
Posted By txmike
i generally use some sort of spray lube as well, ...

i generally use some sort of spray lube as well, but have been thinking, would regular old wheel bearing grease create any issues. i know it will work, and might collect some dirt, but dont they...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 03-19-2020, 03:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 814
Posted By txmike
well, the little spring loaded drawer/door latch...

well, the little spring loaded drawer/door latch didnt work to keep a loaded drawer from sliding out. we had put our cast iron in it for its first trip. (2 dutch ovens and 2 skillets).

we...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 03-11-2020, 11:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 814
Posted By txmike
dinette drawer and wall switch upgrade

We wanted to have easier access to the storage space under the U-shape dinette seats rather than lifting the seat and cushions up all the time. we store pots and pans there for regular use just due...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 08-15-2018, 12:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 460
Posted By txmike
You can pop the side trim off and there are 2...

You can pop the side trim off and there are 2 screws under that. Top and bottom. We did that same thing. Put up adhesive white plastic subway tiles. Turned out very nice and really adds to the...
Forum: Forest River Classifieds | Archive 08-06-2018, 10:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 637
Posted By txmike
Any idea how much water you have put through it...

Any idea how much water you have put through it and any particular reason for selling
Im interested. Been looking at them for a while and live in Richmond.
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 07-24-2018, 09:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,508
Posted By txmike
Intersting read on this geo method. Any one have...

Intersting read on this geo method. Any one have issues with putting bleach into tje black water tank? Bleach and urine can create ammonia gas.(had that problem on a boat holding tank)
Forum: Modifications and Updates 10-29-2017, 07:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,158
Posted By txmike
Our 296 catalina came with 2 20# tanks and we...

Our 296 catalina came with 2 20# tanks and we spend a week camping after christmas. (In texas so not frozen) but have never come close to running out... maybe ised one full tank.
Forum: General Tech and Repair 08-17-2017, 09:18 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 25,151
Posted By txmike
No tpms. Not in the budget. I do have tire...

No tpms. Not in the budget. I do have tire guages and have added to my pre departure check list checling tire pressure. I used to do it before we left the house but now will do it both sides of...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 08-16-2017, 10:04 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 25,151
Posted By txmike
So just to update this. I replaced all 4...

So just to update this. I replaced all 4 tires.om the ground with goodyear endurance tires. Got a smoking deal at discount tire. Went up to load range E. Hope they tow well. The side...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-10-2017, 07:35 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 25,151
Posted By txmike
I guarantee i know the consequences of trailer...

I guarantee i know the consequences of trailer sway. It killed my uncle a year ago out in west tx. Rolled the truck a d trailer at least once.
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-10-2017, 07:31 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 25,151
Posted By txmike
Thanks all. I have since put more air in all my...

Thanks all. I have since put more air in all my tires when i got home that day. I will be replacing the two tires from that side now and the other two in a couple months. Cant afford to do all 4...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-09-2017, 09:13 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 25,151
Posted By txmike
Tires are rares for 75mph on the side wall for...

Tires are rares for 75mph on the side wall for all you debbie downers. I understand they were under inflated. After further.inspection of the tire i hit somethimg and it was punctured. Steel belts...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-07-2017, 10:28 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 25,151
Posted By txmike
I read a thread where someone put an alluminum...

I read a thread where someone put an alluminum pannel.under there to protect any future tire issues. Dont think fiberglass will bond to steel bery good. Fiberglasss i know (used to do surfboard amd...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-07-2017, 09:33 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 25,151
Posted By txmike
Damage is not really bad, insulation and poly...

Damage is not really bad, insulation and poly cover in wheel well.
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-07-2017, 09:32 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 25,151
Posted By txmike
Oh. I knew the instant it blew. Moved to...

Oh. I knew the instant it blew. Moved to shoulder as fast as i could safetly. With in probably 1/4 mile. I saw the tread come out the back of the trailer and started moving over to stop. I was...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-07-2017, 09:07 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 25,151
Posted By txmike
Tires are castle rock st. 265-75-r15. Will...

Tires are castle rock st. 265-75-r15. Will likely go back with Carlisle or somethimg in LR E.
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-07-2017, 09:05 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 25,151
Posted By txmike
No i dont have tpms. Had checked preasure before...

No i dont have tpms. Had checked preasure before trip and all were at 50psi. Believe pressure was same when picked up from dealer a year ago. The stocker and tire says 65 psi cold but thought the...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-07-2017, 08:25 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 25,151
Posted By txmike
Wheel well repair from tire

I had a blow out or whatever you want to call it. Thw tread departed the tire and did some damage. Looking for ideas ti repair area with out goimg to dealer. Pics of tire amd wheel well. I would...
Forum: FR3 01-20-2017, 09:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,249
Posted By txmike
Can any one post which steps specifically have a...

Can any one post which steps specifically have a recall on them.

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Forum: Coachmen 01-19-2017, 05:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,834
Posted By txmike
Also interested in the bedroom light switch...

Also interested in the bedroom light switch install. We have a SBX Catalina ( think its 293qbs or something). I had my dealer quote 2 switches and it was over $1200 to install. Bout fell out the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 11-05-2016, 05:42 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 40,558
Posted By txmike
I had a similar code in my 6.4l. I thought it...

I had a similar code in my 6.4l. I thought it was going to be the high pressure pump. My truck just didnt start one day. Ended up i sucked up a bunch of air into the system mechanic bleed the...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-12-2016, 10:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,536
Posted By txmike
I used a marine switch and mounted inside my...

I used a marine switch and mounted inside my battery box for a clean look. I put it on the positive. I also cleaned up the wireing on the front of my trailer as it was just thrown in there from the...
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