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Forum: Eastern USA 08-30-2017, 07:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,811
Posted By kenh
Fall Hollow at Hwy 412 and Natchez Trace

Meriwether Lewis is nice. I think it is at Hwy 20 and the trace. Sites are paved but no water or electricity. It's hot and humid in the summer and early fall. The park has always been well...
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-06-2017, 08:18 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 169,811
Posted By kenh
But Predator 3500 manual did not specify the spark arrestor was USDA approved

Yes, I read that in the Predator 3500 manual. That's how I knew it had a spark arrestor. But the Predator manual or web specs failed to specify the particular spark arrestor used with the Predator...
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-06-2017, 04:38 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 169,811
Posted By kenh
I've been considering the Predator 3500 and a...

I've been considering the Predator 3500 and a couple of Champion models. The Predator 3500 documentation says it has a spark arrestor but it does not claim it to be USDA approved. This might be an...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-02-2017, 08:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,047
Posted By kenh
I live in central Georgia. 60% of miles are in...

I live in central Georgia. 60% of miles are in the SE; AL, MS, LA, GA, FL, TN, SC. Once or twice a year to WI, AZ, and TX. There are occasional trips to AR, KY, NC, WV, and OH. I work from home...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-30-2017, 08:15 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,465
Posted By kenh
I use Sirius Travel Link to preview fuel prices...

I use Sirius Travel Link to preview fuel prices along my route. It works fairly well. I look for exits, intersections or towns where there are multiple providers. Except of course in those cases...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-30-2017, 06:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,047
Posted By kenh
I've got 101,000 on my 2011 Ford 6.7. I use 5w40...

I've got 101,000 on my 2011 Ford 6.7. I use 5w40 synthetic. I base the oil change interval on the recommendation from Blackstone Labs. As of the last test report they recommended 6500. That...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 07-23-2017, 06:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,180
Posted By kenh
Dexter-Al-Ko replacement Grease Cap fell off

I like that tip to pack the bearings in a plastic baggy. I usually use my bare hands.

I'm not a big fan of pumping grease in a axle as a substitute for the pulling the bearing, cleaning...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 07-23-2017, 06:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,180
Posted By kenh
Dexter-Al-Ko replacement Grease Cap fell off

I like that tip to pack the bearings in a plastic baggy. I usually use my bare hands.

I'm not a big fan of pumping grease in a axle as a substitute for the pulling the bearing, cleaning...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 07-19-2017, 02:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,180
Posted By kenh
Part are probably "Grease Cap (Ultrulube)" & "Rubber Cap (Ultrulube)"

I don't know if you actually have an Al-ko axle but a lot of us do that own FR trailers.

About the 3rd or 4th time you pull these grease caps off for bearing service, it gets loose, leaks and...
Forum: Prime Time 06-01-2017, 11:53 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 35,942
Posted By kenh
Tradeweld Floor Kit to repair spongy laminated floor

I have not yet decided how to repair the spongy floor between the fridge and stove. I ran across this product today. It looks promising. Still looking for a US seller. There are a couple of...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 05-17-2017, 12:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,587
Posted By kenh
Saw one on a dealer's lot with similar cracks

The wife wanted to browse the trailers while I stopped in for some parts. I saw the same crack on the bottom right of the bedroom slide and another on the top right corner. The one on the top right...
Forum: Western USA 05-07-2017, 05:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,350
Posted By kenh
Williams AZ is nice

We camped in Williams last November. It was very crowded at the Grand Canyon park. Traffic was bad. We arrived early in the day and were lucky enough to get a parking place. Given the traffic in...
Forum: Prime Time 05-06-2017, 08:18 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 35,942
Posted By kenh
Agree, it is a combination of design and quality issues

You are absolutely correct. The trailer frame issues I had with my 2010 and now with my 2012 FR are design issues, under-designed. But then there is a long list of issues that are purely related to...
Forum: Prime Time 05-06-2017, 07:09 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 35,942
Posted By kenh
They sell, we buy. That sends the wrong signal.

As long as the consumer continues to buy the product, the supplier will continue to offer the product that customers will buy and tolerate. So, as consumers if we accept leaks, spongy floors, weak...
Forum: Prime Time 05-06-2017, 04:57 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 35,942
Posted By kenh
I have the same soft floor problem in front of...

I have the same soft floor problem in front of the frig on a 2012 Rockwood 8265WS. This is the first time I've heard of anyone else having this issue. Lately it seems to be getting more spongy. A...
Forum: Wildwood 03-20-2017, 05:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,663
Posted By kenh
Get a running start uphill and start slow on the downhill

I cross that hill at least 8 times each year pulling a trailer. It was a bit of a struggle up and down when I was towing about 6500 using an F150. It strained uphill and the brakes were less than...
Forum: Vibe | V-Cross 03-16-2017, 04:06 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,433
Posted By kenh
Walk away. The defects you can't see will end up...

Walk away. The defects you can't see will end up costing you a lot more than those you see now.

Ken
Forum: Rockwood 10-14-2016, 06:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,087
Posted By kenh
A controlled low speed test over an uneven...

A controlled low speed test over an uneven surface while turning will set your mind at ease. 5.75" should be fine. I've bumped a couple of times at 5", but never had any damage even over very rough...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 09-25-2016, 01:14 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 30,398
Posted By kenh
Safetystruts appear to have stabilized my bumper

After a 2200 mile trip in June, I noticed a squeaking noise from the bumper as I moved the spare or the bike rack. I had the spare and two bikes on the back.

There is a label on the bumper that...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 09-11-2016, 06:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,843
Posted By kenh
An acquaintance told me his neighbor broke a rear...

An acquaintance told me his neighbor broke a rear leaf while crossing railroad tracks with his 2015 F150. The truck had no load in the bed and no trailer. This gentleman heard an abnormal sound as...
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 09-09-2016, 06:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,082
Posted By kenh
EternaBond DoubleStick tape when you just need the microsealant

Doublestick is the microsealant material without a white TPO backer. I think that white backer is TPO. Doublestick is just the sticky stuff with the clear silicon release on both sides.

When...
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 09-08-2016, 07:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,082
Posted By kenh
I've repaired worse than this with Eternabond...

I've repaired worse than this with Eternabond tape and Eternabond double-stick.

You might want to trim the hole a bit to smooth it out. Clean well with acetone and use an abrasive on the...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 09-03-2016, 07:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,908
Posted By kenh
bad rivet 3-step to a 4-step conversion

We converted our last trailer from 3-step to 4-step. It was a 2004 KZ Sportsmen. The 3-step lasted from 2004 until I replaced them in 2009 or 2010 with the 4-step. The rivets never fell out of the...
Forum: Prime Time 09-03-2016, 07:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,223
Posted By kenh
Pump rebuild is indicated.

A lot of us are having this problem, including me. In my case it is intermittent.

I have a brother retired from the industrial pump business and a long time RV owner. He correctly diagnosed it...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 09-03-2016, 06:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,908
Posted By kenh
The rivets should not be failing. This is a quality issue.

The rivets on the steps to my 2012 8265WS started failing when the trailer was just under 3 years old. The first one popped out when a 300 lb guest was coming down the steps. That person could have...
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