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03-01-2014, 11:03 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 18
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New Sandpiper 365SAQB
Just signed today on a 2014 Sandpiper 365SAQB. This unit will hopefully be delivered in early April by the RV dealer since I have nothing large enough to pull this beast. The unit will be stationary on a seasonal camp site until then.
Has anyone got words of wisdom or suggestions to take into mind for this unit? This unit has everything we want in features and floor plan.
My list of add-ons include:
King Pin Tripod
Maxxair Vent Covers
Possibly another Fantastic Fan, for the living room/kitchen area...
What am I missing??
Looking forward to getting rid of this snow and getting started camping!!
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03-01-2014, 11:14 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Wisconsin
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Welcome from Wisconsin and congrats on your 2014 Sandpiper 365SAQB. Hope your wait time goes quickly. I suggest adding a good surge protector and sewer hose to your list.
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03-02-2014, 06:24 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Auburn, GA
Posts: 966
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jolsem725
Just signed today on a 2014 Sandpiper 365SAQB. This unit will hopefully be delivered in early April by the RV dealer since I have nothing large enough to pull this beast. The unit will be stationary on a seasonal camp site until then.
Has anyone got words of wisdom or suggestions to take into mind for this unit? This unit has everything we want in features and floor plan.
My list of add-ons include:
King Pin Tripod
Maxxair Vent Covers
Possibly another Fantastic Fan, for the living room/kitchen area...
What am I missing??
Looking forward to getting rid of this snow and getting started camping!!
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Congrats on the purchase..I really want a full shower too, but DW would kill me if we traded again! You will need a good diesel to pull it with. The gassers just don't have enough torque for interstate speeds once you do move it. I would suggest at least a 1 ton SRW if not a dually, as these are heavy beasts. However, most 3/4 tons pull them just fine.
I would also suggest a set of either JT Strongarms, SteadyFast or like me, WinfieldRV stabilizers instead of a tripod. A set of BalChocks or X-Chocks, MaxxAir Vent covers, an awning cradle as the longer awning tubes tend to bend during transport, MaxxAir power vent cover for the fantastic fan, and then start "modding" it to make it home!
Best floor plan around for those with kids or that need storage! Again, congrats!
Monty
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2012 Sandpiper 365SAQ weighing @ 15k, Onan, 2nd air, slide toppers, TST
2013 F350 6.7L Lariat 4x4 CC DRW,Viair 1007, Ride-Rites, Edge CTS, B&W
2001 Chevy 3500CC DRW 4x4, 8.1L, 4.10 gears w/ Detroit TrueTrac
2001 Ford Excursion Limited 4x4 7.3L,V/B Spring Mod, ProComps, Hellwig Swaybar, & other 'Necessities'
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03-03-2014, 01:00 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Knoxville, TN
Posts: 848
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Congrats and welcome to the 365 club 
So far our biggest thing is adding the stabilizers. I hope to have them all installed sooner than later.
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2015 Chevy 3500HD
2013 Sandpiper 365SAQ
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03-04-2014, 08:44 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 18
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Quote:
Originally Posted by golfmedik
Congrats on the purchase..I really want a full shower too, but DW would kill me if we traded again! You will need a good diesel to pull it with. The gassers just don't have enough torque for interstate speeds once you do move it. I would suggest at least a 1 ton SRW if not a dually, as these are heavy beasts. However, most 3/4 tons pull them just fine.
I would also suggest a set of either JT Strongarms, SteadyFast or like me, WinfieldRV stabilizers instead of a tripod. A set of BalChocks or X-Chocks, MaxxAir Vent covers, an awning cradle as the longer awning tubes tend to bend during transport, MaxxAir power vent cover for the fantastic fan, and then start "modding" it to make it home!
Best floor plan around for those with kids or that need storage! Again, congrats!
Monty
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Can the crossbrace stabilizers be used on the rear jacks since they are not scissor jacks? They are electric legs on my unit. or is it enough that I plan on getting a set of X Chocks in addition to the front stabilizer system? Sorry for all the newbie questions. I have RV experience, but this is my first rodeo in a 5'ver...
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2014 Sandpiper 365SAQ
No Tow Vehicle (Yet)
Parked on seasonal campsite-Lena IL KOA
Nights Camped 2013: 80
Nights Camped 2014: 79
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03-04-2014, 10:45 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Auburn, GA
Posts: 966
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I think JT, SteadyFast AMD WinfieldRV all can be used on the rear electric jacks.
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2012 Sandpiper 365SAQ weighing @ 15k, Onan, 2nd air, slide toppers, TST
2013 F350 6.7L Lariat 4x4 CC DRW,Viair 1007, Ride-Rites, Edge CTS, B&W
2001 Chevy 3500CC DRW 4x4, 8.1L, 4.10 gears w/ Detroit TrueTrac
2001 Ford Excursion Limited 4x4 7.3L,V/B Spring Mod, ProComps, Hellwig Swaybar, & other 'Necessities'
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03-04-2014, 10:45 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Auburn, GA
Posts: 966
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I don't have them on rear of mine. Just the front and bal chocks are enough for me.
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2012 Sandpiper 365SAQ weighing @ 15k, Onan, 2nd air, slide toppers, TST
2013 F350 6.7L Lariat 4x4 CC DRW,Viair 1007, Ride-Rites, Edge CTS, B&W
2001 Chevy 3500CC DRW 4x4, 8.1L, 4.10 gears w/ Detroit TrueTrac
2001 Ford Excursion Limited 4x4 7.3L,V/B Spring Mod, ProComps, Hellwig Swaybar, & other 'Necessities'
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03-05-2014, 02:09 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Knoxville, TN
Posts: 848
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jolsem725
Can the crossbrace stabilizers be used on the rear jacks since they are not scissor jacks? They are electric legs on my unit. or is it enough that I plan on getting a set of X Chocks in addition to the front stabilizer system? Sorry for all the newbie questions. I have RV experience, but this is my first rodeo in a 5'ver...
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I plan on adding the Ball Lock Arms to my rear electric jacks. If the weather cooperates it will happen this weekend and I'll post pics.
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2015 Chevy 3500HD
2013 Sandpiper 365SAQ
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03-05-2014, 07:42 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 18
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Thanks for the replies!
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2014 Sandpiper 365SAQ
No Tow Vehicle (Yet)
Parked on seasonal campsite-Lena IL KOA
Nights Camped 2013: 80
Nights Camped 2014: 79
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