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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-06-2022, 06:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,002
Posted By JROtexas
We like our Andersen hitch

As RHUMBLEFISH says in post #18, the Andersen triangulates the lifting force by pulling on the bottom of the hitch ball with the chains, lifting the hitch and the coupler and the back of the truck,...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 04-18-2022, 02:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,962
Posted By JROtexas
We went with Good Sam

Started with Good Sam when we got our 2019 2506S MiniLite. We chose Good Sam (National General) because we liked the replacement plan. I checked at renewal time when we had our vehicles and home...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 03-12-2022, 09:16 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,176
Posted By JROtexas
Tire pressure gauge

Be sure that whatever gauge you buy reads to beyond the pressure you want to measure. (I know - pretty basic.) Some posts have linked to Amazon items that only go to 60lbs - my trailer is...
Forum: General Community Discussions 02-14-2022, 11:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,396
Posted By JROtexas
Dual Fuel Champion propane connection to RV quick connect

Yes, as TitanMike explains in responses #5 and #8 above it is relatively simple. Actually, Champion customer support was helpful for me when I made the conversion. My result is shown in the...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 09-23-2021, 01:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,072
Posted By JROtexas
Black tank flush buzz

We also have a 2506S and I also noted the buzz/vibration when using the black tank flush.
In my case, I checked the connection inside the trailer by opening the corner cabinet door in the bedroom...
Forum: Slide Outs 09-07-2021, 02:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,332
Posted By JROtexas
Re-leveling front to back

Generally, we level the trailer before putting out the slide. However, if, after we are settled in, we decide to change the front-to-back level - to adjust the draining of the air conditioned...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 09-01-2021, 01:34 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,919
Posted By JROtexas
Yes, Balance the tires

X 6 - I balance our tires, and I feel just fine about doing it. I'd question why it would be reasonable NOT to balance. Just my opinion, yours may differ.
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 08-31-2021, 01:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,403
Posted By JROtexas
Customer Service - Champion

You were concerned with the customer service aspect - My experience with Champion was very good. Immediate response to my inquiry, and good follow-up.

I got the 2kw small and light...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-30-2021, 12:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,373
Posted By JROtexas
WDH and Tires

We pull a 2506S MiniLite (5800 pounds on the scale) with a 2014 Expedition with the tow package. Our towing experience and sway resistance was much improved with an Andersen hitch, and we were able...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-29-2021, 01:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,369
Posted By JROtexas
Command hooks work - so far.

After a couple of the Command hooks fell off in the Texas heat, I actually read their instructions. Then I tried again - - preparing the surface as directed by rubbing with alcohol -- and the second...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-28-2021, 12:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,712
Posted By JROtexas
Ford SYNC 3 vs. Garmin

Both may be up-to-date now, after your recent purchase, and both may have similarities in function, but to some degree the Garmins dedicated for RV or trucker use may have specific features for...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 05-18-2021, 04:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,544
Posted By JROtexas
Rhino Blaster w/Gate Valve

X 2

Camco Rhino blaster with gate valve. You need the gate valve so the hose can pressurize the drain and backflow into the tank. This is really a tank DRAIN blaster - Once it opens a pathway to...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 04-12-2021, 01:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,087
Posted By JROtexas
We chose the Andersen

First - the Andersen does have sway control. Go online and see how it works and explain it to your dealer and ask him how the sway works on the wdh he's selling.
But: the reason we got one is that...
Forum: Rockwood 03-08-2021, 09:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,085
Posted By JROtexas
DREEDO - I see you're still working on this -...

DREEDO - I see you're still working on this - and you are missing the threaded rod which fits into the bottom of the part labeled 'Docking' in the Lippert diagram. You will probably not get a...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 02-26-2021, 02:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,086
Posted By JROtexas
Pro Power Onboard

There are three levels of power depending on your choice of engine and options: 2kw, 2.4kw, and 7.2kw.

The Ford brochure says:

The 2 and 2.4 kw units have two 120v 20a outlets.

The 7.2kw...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 02-19-2021, 01:39 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,908
Posted By JROtexas
FLA

In answer to the simple question you asked:
In my own golf cart I have FLA
At the club where I play, their leased carts have FLA
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 01-02-2021, 02:10 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,513
Posted By JROtexas
I had to use our oven last week at a campground. ...

I had to use our oven last week at a campground. No obvious way to light the oven and no manual with us. Too long since the original walkthrough.

You Tube to the rescue!! Several great examples...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 01-02-2021, 01:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,892
Posted By JROtexas
The brochure (Google it) for the 2017 Navigator...

The brochure (Google it) for the 2017 Navigator says you have as standard equipment:

Class IV Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package with brake module wiring;
frame-mounted, heavy-duty2" hitch receiver...
Forum: Plumbing and Water Systems & Fixtures 11-08-2020, 06:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,871
Posted By JROtexas
Dometic Model #

The Model number is on a sticker on the base of the toilet - way in the back and hard to find - I used my phone to reach back to get a photo of the model and serial numbers.
Forum: Rockwood 11-01-2020, 01:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,435
Posted By JROtexas
Theater seating power plugs

We have a MiniLite 2506 with the hard to reach plugs behind the theater seating. It is possible to reach the plugs somewhat more easily by kneeling in the left seat, pushing it to recline, and...
Forum: Rockwood 10-11-2020, 12:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,085
Posted By JROtexas
Dreedo - you asked: "DO I understand correctly...

Dreedo - you asked: "DO I understand correctly that you epoxied a nut with threaded rod into the hole in the wooden section? Thx
Yes - that is essentially my solution. There is about a half an inch...
Forum: Rockwood 10-10-2020, 03:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,085
Posted By JROtexas
Our tray table fix

This will make a lot more sense if you have this problem, and if you have checked out this situation yourself. On our 2019 2506 only one tray table assembly was loose. Fortunately, the threaded rod...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-12-2020, 02:42 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 30,063
Posted By JROtexas
Coleman aluminum slats folding table

The Coleman aluminum table weighs 10 pounds, fits into a bag smaller than our folding chairs, and takes only two minutes max to set up. We set it up next to our outdoor kitchen as a prep and set-up...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-26-2020, 01:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 838
Posted By JROtexas
Reset?

Nothing to 'reset', but if you pull the pin, the trailer brakes should go 'on' with power from the battery. If the brake box switch is faulty, and the brakes don't go 'off' when you reinsert the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-13-2020, 03:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,931
Posted By JROtexas
We chose the Andersen

As others have noted - many reasons to like it. For us, the ease of hooking and unhooking was the major item. It only takes a few minutes with a 1/2" ratchet to set up and adjust the hitch. Yes,...
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