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Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 02-28-2022, 07:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,027
Posted By HappyTrav
That capacitor is definitely bad. It was probably...

That capacitor is definitely bad. It was probably overheated by excessive current.

Bob
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 08-15-2021, 02:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,600
Posted By HappyTrav
Thanks for all the replies on the PTO. That’s...

Thanks for all the replies on the PTO. That’s pretty much what I was thinking but you never know until you ask.



I actually have neither at this point. I am replacing/upgrading both the tow...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 08-14-2021, 07:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,600
Posted By HappyTrav
A PTO is a Power Take Off unit mounted on the...

A PTO is a Power Take Off unit mounted on the transmission that could be used to run a hydraulic pump, air compressor, or generator mounted under the truck.

It is an inexpensive add on during the...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 08-14-2021, 04:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,600
Posted By HappyTrav
Ford F-250 PTO for towing a fifth wheel

I’m in the process of special ordering an F-250 Super Duty 4x4 (7.3L, 4.30 :1) for towing a fifth wheel as the title says. Adding a PTO is an option and I am wondering if anyone has one and if so...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-10-2021, 06:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 982
Posted By HappyTrav
There is a torque specification for the socket...

There is a torque specification for the socket bolts on the Equalizer hitch if you look in the manual. If you don’t have the owners and setup manuals you can get them on the equalizer website.

Bob
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 04-19-2021, 08:36 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 10,168
Posted By HappyTrav
That’s the way it was done by a trusted mechanic....

That’s the way it was done by a trusted mechanic.

Bob
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 04-19-2021, 07:54 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 10,168
Posted By HappyTrav
Being a sealed unit doesn’t mean anything in that...

Being a sealed unit doesn’t mean anything in that regard. The “crud” comes from the clutch discs as they wear. Drop the pan and have it serviced properly.

At 50k miles I did a complete drive line...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 04-05-2021, 06:56 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,503
Posted By HappyTrav
You need to scale the truck and see what you are...

You need to scale the truck and see what you are dealing with.

What tires are on your truck, what PSI to tow? Most 1/2 ton trucks don’t come with LT tires. They come with P rated tires.

You...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 03-16-2021, 12:42 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 295
Posted By HappyTrav
Rockwood 2902ws Fireplace Prewiring?

Does anyone know if the 2018 Rockwood 2902ws is pre-wired for a fireplace?

I know that it is an option to get the fireplace and I regret not getting it so I am going to put one in below the tv.
...
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 03-10-2021, 08:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,891
Posted By HappyTrav
Thank you for the response. That isn’t something...

Thank you for the response. That isn’t something I would have thought of. I can see that it was sealed from the factory.

I will give it a closer look.

Thanks,

Bob
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 03-10-2021, 03:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,891
Posted By HappyTrav
Alpha Roof Cracking on Edges

2018 Rockwood 2902WS.

I was doing my pre-season visual and noticed that there seems to be some cracking on the roof edges that are going to be addressed. This unit has an Alpha roof. What are your...
Forum: Rockwood 03-04-2021, 09:51 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,100
Posted By HappyTrav
I do the same to winterize as well and never had...

I do the same to winterize as well and never had a problem.

In the spring I blow the antifreeze out of the lines and pressurize the waterlines with air before adding water and going through the...
Forum: Rockwood 03-04-2021, 09:45 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,100
Posted By HappyTrav
I replaced mine with a GE filter with a built in...

I replaced mine with a GE filter with a built in bypass. The cost of the unit was a little less than the proprietary filter the Forest River uses and I have a wide variety of filters to choose from....
Forum: Eastern USA 12-14-2020, 08:01 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,401
Posted By HappyTrav
He might get lucky this year with the US/Canada...

He might get lucky this year with the US/Canada border closed through “at least January 21st. That will cut down on snowbirds from the extreme north.

Regardless, it won’t be a typical season.
...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 11-19-2020, 10:11 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,261
Posted By HappyTrav
FWIW: I use a large flat head screwdriver and...

FWIW:
I use a large flat head screwdriver and hammer to tap them in a little bit to break them loose. Then they will pop right out.

Bob
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 11-02-2020, 07:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,332
Posted By HappyTrav
That looks like it has a tiny passageway for the...

That looks like it has a tiny passageway for the air.


I just made one. The local hardware store or HomeDepot has all the parts. Just remember to dial back the air pressure before you hook it up....
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 10-08-2020, 06:52 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,140
Posted By HappyTrav
I just went to Home Depot and replaced mine with...

I just went to Home Depot and replaced mine with a GE GXWH20S which has a built in bypass.

The cost of the unit was comparable to the cost of the replacement filter for the KW1.

Bob

...
Forum: Flagstaff 10-08-2020, 06:44 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,574
Posted By HappyTrav
Same here. The trailer tracks better and is more...

Same here. The trailer tracks better and is more stable.

Bob
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 08-10-2020, 07:02 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,084
Posted By HappyTrav
This. If mine is going to be sitting a...

This.

If mine is going to be sitting a couple of weeks I drain the water heater, engage the bypass, and blow the water lines clear with compressed air.

It only takes about 20 minutes or so...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 08-10-2020, 06:48 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,229
Posted By HappyTrav
I was reminded on our last trip how important...

I was reminded on our last trip how important keeping the brakes in tip top condition is.

On the way down to the campground someone was being a jack wagon and brake checked the tractor trailer...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 06-25-2020, 07:29 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,124
Posted By HappyTrav
I have Dexter axles so I called them with the...

I have Dexter axles so I called them with the brake drum number and they told me what size the seals were. Once I had the correct size I went to the local Autozone and bought the correct seals and a...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 06-25-2020, 06:41 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,124
Posted By HappyTrav
I have never bothered to use one. Just a hammer,...

I have never bothered to use one. Just a hammer, screwdriver, and a block of wood.

I usually tap them in a little first to break them loose. Then I pop them out.

Bob
Forum: General Community Discussions 06-15-2020, 08:09 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,571
Posted By HappyTrav
Same here. I just had mine reactivated for this...

Same here. I just had mine reactivated for this season. Our phones are on the old Sprint friends and family plans for $25 a month so we just do the prepay Verizon Jetpack MIFI 8800l.

Because I...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 06-09-2020, 07:18 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 18,570
Posted By HappyTrav
Quite a few have mentioned increasing tire...

Quite a few have mentioned increasing tire pressure.

I run the tire pressure at the max cold pressure. The weight carrying capacity of a tire is based on the air pressure. Lower pressure means...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 06-08-2020, 07:12 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 18,570
Posted By HappyTrav
I’m doing the same here with my 13’. You know...

I’m doing the same here with my 13’. You know it’s there but it isn’t a problem.

I spent a lot of time at the scale setting it up and balancing out the axle weights.

As others have said better...
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