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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 03-03-2022, 07:35 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 28,613
Posted By alb2tpa
Don't think you need a 3.73 axle with a 3.0...

Don't think you need a 3.73 axle with a 3.0 Diesel. It produces most of it's torque by 1500rpm's. All you gas guys need to keep up with the new engines/trans.
Forum: Palomino 06-30-2021, 02:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,756
Posted By alb2tpa
We have owned 3 travel trailers. This Puma...

We have owned 3 travel trailers. This Puma 31FKRK has been the best one.

No major problems. A few minor fixes by the dealer.

We have spent the last 3 weeks in the camper. Here are some...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 04-10-2021, 12:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,817
Posted By alb2tpa
My recent experience was with Lightstream. They...

My recent experience was with Lightstream. They are an online division of Sun Trust and Truist. They approved my loan request in 10 minutes. Sent me an approval, contract and a form for my bank...
Forum: Coachmen 08-10-2020, 07:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,121
Posted By alb2tpa
Sorry, just put my 29THS back in the storage lot...

Sorry, just put my 29THS back in the storage lot after an eight week adventure.
Forum: General Toy Hauler Topics 05-17-2020, 12:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,833
Posted By alb2tpa
Also, other Spyder owners report that you should...

Also, other Spyder owners report that you should never tie down the body or suspension parts when trailering. Reports of bent and broken pieces.
Forum: General Toy Hauler Topics 05-17-2020, 12:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,833
Posted By alb2tpa
Assuming you can get the 4.2" nose clearance up...

Assuming you can get the 4.2" nose clearance up the load ramp, you will find the absolute easiest and very secure way to haul the Spyder is by ratcheting down the rear tire. Not thru the wheel, but...
Forum: General Toy Hauler Topics 01-23-2020, 09:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,890
Posted By alb2tpa
Please tell me how much your bike weighs. The...

Please tell me how much your bike weighs. The heaviest Warn drill winch I see is 750 pounds. My bike is 900lbs. OK for "occasional use" with good ratchet straps?
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 10-12-2019, 07:58 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 7,099
Posted By alb2tpa
Worst rear end spin out in 40 years of driving...

Worst rear end spin out in 40 years of driving was in a 2wd with limited slip going up a steep wet incline around 25mph. in a split second the rear end was way over the yellow line. Knew the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 10-12-2019, 07:52 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 7,099
Posted By alb2tpa
347 feet up is the best mountain we can muster...

347 feet up is the best mountain we can muster around these parts.
Forum: Eastern USA 07-23-2019, 07:51 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 15,703
Posted By alb2tpa
It does not work anywhere in Florida. They use...

It does not work anywhere in Florida. They use Sun Pass, which has major billing issues by the way, if you are going to purchase a transponder.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-11-2019, 08:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,042
Posted By alb2tpa
True. 2018 Sierra 1500 with Max Tow pkg. Came...

True. 2018 Sierra 1500 with Max Tow pkg. Came with 20" P tires with a 51# max pressure stamped on sidewall. Tows my scaled 8650# trailer, 14,700# combined weight just fine. May move to D or E...
Forum: Prime Time 07-04-2019, 07:37 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,334
Posted By alb2tpa
Good choice. My Sierrra pulls my 35 footer just...

Good choice. My Sierrra pulls my 35 footer just fine. Payload is 1964# and hitch limit is 1200#. Stay under those numbers and your good. Invest in a good WDH, load up the truck and TT as if camping...
Forum: Coachmen 07-01-2019, 03:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 11,951
Posted By alb2tpa
I have the same trailer. Just came from the...

I have the same trailer. Just came from the scales 7/1/19. Truck and trailer were loaded with 95% of the weight we will be carrying on a 10 week trip. My motorcycle in the garage and 200 pounds...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-01-2019, 01:36 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,310
Posted By alb2tpa
AWESOME site. Just came from the local port...

AWESOME site. Just came from the local port weight scales. Did the 3 runs. Plugged in actual numbers and everything I calculated jives. Plus, it gave me my loaded camper weight, assuming after...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 06-26-2019, 01:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 14,246
Posted By alb2tpa
Please go into settings and do a recalibration...

Please go into settings and do a recalibration for your suspension. That way you are working from a correct zero base value for your exact truck, not a generic model. It made a big difference for...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 06-26-2019, 01:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 14,246
Posted By alb2tpa
I have had my haulgauge for about a week. From...

I have had my haulgauge for about a week. From the first minute, I had Bluetooth connection problems which lead to the app timing out. Mike Hall was very helpful. We installed on an Apple phone...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-30-2019, 12:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,461
Posted By alb2tpa
Your GVWR and maximum payload are achieved at the...

Your GVWR and maximum payload are achieved at the inflation on the door jamb. You may run the tires at the max printed on the sidewall (cold), but will generally cause a stiffer ride. Many haulers...
Forum: Coachmen 05-29-2019, 02:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,142
Posted By alb2tpa
Trailblazer 29THS

We have done 3 camping trips with this new model. I have already mentioned the A/C concern and the garage tie down setup. There is one more item to keep in mind if you are considering this unit. ...
Forum: Useful Links 05-09-2019, 08:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,381
Posted By alb2tpa
Have the TST 507 with cap sensors. Excellent...

Have the TST 507 with cap sensors. Excellent product. Comes with signal repeater. I turned off the repeater and the unit works great without it on my 35 ft bumper pull. I parked my trailer in the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-08-2019, 11:59 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,874
Posted By alb2tpa
Post #35 above shows that "great chart". Says...

Post #35 above shows that "great chart". Says you can only pull a 30 footer. Don't see many 30 footers weighing in around 11,300#. These ultra conservative charts must be made for the lowest...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-06-2019, 04:25 PM
Replies: 5,490
Views: 1,325,176
Posted By alb2tpa
Ready for first 3 hour drive. Went very well. ...

Ready for first 3 hour drive. Went very well. Truck and trailer (35 ft :eek:) towed with no white knuckles.
Forum: Coachmen 04-29-2019, 02:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,051
Posted By alb2tpa
Your welcome. However, I would have...

Your welcome.

However, I would have warned you not to try and sleep on the fold downs in the garage this past weekend. It was quite toasty before the a/c was turned on...:).
Forum: Coachmen 04-16-2019, 03:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 11,951
Posted By alb2tpa
Thanks for the response. The only point you made...

Thanks for the response. The only point you made that seems incorrect to me is, "adding weight rear of the axles does nothing to reduce tongue weight." I stupidly forgot to hook my 2300 # cargo...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 04-15-2019, 03:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,185
Posted By alb2tpa
With the manufacturers info you provided, it...

With the manufacturers info you provided, it looks like fully loaded your pin weight (counts against payload on the door sticker) could approach 2800 pounds. That leaves you very little left (350#)...
Forum: Rockwood 04-08-2019, 07:48 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 12,207
Posted By alb2tpa
Frank4711, Nice update. You are single...

Frank4711,

Nice update. You are single handily causing most of the 3500 diesel dually guys and gals neck pains from them violently shaking their heads back and forth.
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