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Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 07-05-2019, 01:36 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,752
Posted By AndreTheGiant
We already knew that, he was wondering if I had...

We already knew that, he was wondering if I had Lions Head branded tires.

I'm embarrassed to admit it, but for many years my only preflight consisted of taking a look at the tires, if they...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-05-2019, 12:31 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,121
Posted By AndreTheGiant
Yup, looking at some pics on rvtrader, they all...

Yup, looking at some pics on rvtrader, they all seem to have close axles, but not as close as OP's. Here is a good shot, it looks like much more space between the tires:

...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-05-2019, 10:28 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,772
Posted By AndreTheGiant
I have to say, I felt a bit offended by the, what...

I have to say, I felt a bit offended by the, what felt to me, arrogant tone in the OP's post. :rolleyes:




Yes, you are lucky.

And I don't know if you are comparing apples to oranges....
Forum: Rockwood 07-05-2019, 07:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,520
Posted By AndreTheGiant
Ah, I see. Probably somewhere in the manual they...

Ah, I see. Probably somewhere in the manual they tell you to use WDH for any trailer over 5,000 lbs, which makes their table (kind of) true. I would definitely not use weight-carrying hitch for a...
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 07-05-2019, 07:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,368
Posted By AndreTheGiant
Sounds like a bunch of crock they fed you. If...

Sounds like a bunch of crock they fed you. If this was true - every single new vehicle would need an alignment after 2-3K miles.

And I've never heard of someone having alignment problems that...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 07-05-2019, 06:50 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,752
Posted By AndreTheGiant
I don't get it :confused:

I don't get it :confused:
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-04-2019, 06:44 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,121
Posted By AndreTheGiant
Dang, that sucks, it would've been so much easier...

Dang, that sucks, it would've been so much easier if it was just overinflated tires :)

If it was me, at this point I would try to see if I can find a way to tow it with a different brand of truck,...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 07-04-2019, 02:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,997
Posted By AndreTheGiant
You have to think like a bean counter - cost. ...

You have to think like a bean counter - cost.


When you consider that American workers would generally get paid many times more in wages, tack on the insurance and other benefits, add the much...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 07-04-2019, 01:42 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,752
Posted By AndreTheGiant
Haha, no lion heads: Ridgway.

Haha, no lion heads: Ridgway.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 07-04-2019, 07:28 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,752
Posted By AndreTheGiant
Mine came with LionsHead tires rated for loads...

Mine came with LionsHead tires rated for loads above my axles, so I am happy on that point. Considering I am under 10K lbs loaded for camping on the axles (rated at 14K), I have plenty of...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-03-2019, 08:02 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 7,765
Posted By AndreTheGiant
^ x 2 Plenty of spots at private campgrounds....

^ x 2
Plenty of spots at private campgrounds. People just whining they can't get to that $20/night spot :D
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-03-2019, 07:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,133
Posted By AndreTheGiant
I wouldn't. It takes too long for any commands to...

I wouldn't. It takes too long for any commands to take hold, plus the price is just laughably high.



Unless - you live in a cold climate and would like to warm your truck before leaving work....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-03-2019, 07:25 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,121
Posted By AndreTheGiant
Something's not right with those numbers. ...

Something's not right with those numbers.


According to FR, your GVWR should be 14,200 and 11,497 lbs dry.


With those numbers there is no way your trailer is calling for 110psi. Drop the psi...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-03-2019, 10:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,692
Posted By AndreTheGiant
Haha, funny you'd mention that. I have never seen...

Haha, funny you'd mention that. I have never seen a leveled 5ver in real life.

I'm kinda jealous of his squat, I would be very close to level, if I had it.
Forum: Coachmen 07-03-2019, 10:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,485
Posted By AndreTheGiant
X10 Very impressed with their customer...

X10


Very impressed with their customer service and parts departments.


Probably what's going to keep me in the FR family.
Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 07-03-2019, 08:53 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,368
Posted By AndreTheGiant
Why would you wait?

Why would you wait?
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 07-03-2019, 08:53 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 14,556
Posted By AndreTheGiant
I guess everything went well, otherwise he...

I guess everything went well, otherwise he would've been back with a blowout story.
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-03-2019, 08:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,833
Posted By AndreTheGiant
Just make sure you know what you are getting. For...

Just make sure you know what you are getting. For example, unlimited towing distance to the nearest repair facility, not to where ever you wish or to a Forest River dealer. With AAA you get 100/200...
Forum: Rockwood 07-02-2019, 09:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,520
Posted By AndreTheGiant
Never heard of 1500 lbs hitch. Class 4 are...

Never heard of 1500 lbs hitch. Class 4 are (carrying/distributing) 1000/1400 and class 5 are 1200/1700 lbs.


If your receiver has the 2" opening, then it's class 4.


Either way, you should be...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-02-2019, 09:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,833
Posted By AndreTheGiant
Any reason you don't want to go with AAA? With so...

Any reason you don't want to go with AAA? With so many businesses offering discounts for AAA members, the membership will pay for itself in a very short amount of time.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-02-2019, 09:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,692
Posted By AndreTheGiant
Nice set up, long bed makes all the difference. ...

Nice set up, long bed makes all the difference.


Your sag is fine. I wouldn't put airbags - it will make your 5ver ride even more nose-high than it is right now.



Is your BW hitch on its...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-02-2019, 08:12 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 13,023
Posted By AndreTheGiant
I don't really see how experience in setting up...

I don't really see how experience in setting up tents relates to troubleshooting electric rv jacks :roflblack:


What I wonder is - why didn't you fix it for them? Help those poor people out, be a...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-01-2019, 08:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,573
Posted By AndreTheGiant
You may be doing yourself disservice with the...

You may be doing yourself disservice with the WDH.

You are probably making the tongue too light. A simple hitch and a sway-bar should be all you need.


As far as push from semis - no way...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-01-2019, 07:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,043
Posted By AndreTheGiant
No self-respecting tow vehicle will come with all...

No self-respecting tow vehicle will come with all terrain tires :D


You must have added some needless package for yours to come with them.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-01-2019, 09:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 41,418
Posted By AndreTheGiant
According to the manual, light electric for under...

According to the manual, light electric for under 10K lbs, heavy electric for anything over.
That said, I was at 9 gain on heavy electric on my 5K lbs TT and on the same settings with my fifth...
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