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Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 04-15-2024, 08:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,595
Posted By JMike.VA
Be careful in what your looking for

Quality does not necessarily equal function, usefulness, or even meeting your needs.
We have looked at many models, brands and have learned a few things during the hunt for the best rig.
The first...
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 03-25-2024, 01:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,767
Posted By JMike.VA
Couldn’t find mine either. So I looked in the...

Couldn’t find mine either. So I looked in the breaker panel and found one marked GFI, reset that one and all was well.
Try that.
Forum: XLR 10-30-2022, 02:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,297
Posted By JMike.VA
Vibe18RB/ 2020

My seals failed last year as well.
I purchased the trailer in 2020, used like once and ever since lubed seals with
Slide out lube spray often and they still failed.
Poor quality is the answer....
Forum: Vibe | V-Cross 05-31-2022, 07:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,063
Posted By JMike.VA
Thanks, would like to chat more if your up to that

Thanks, would like to chat more if your up to that
Forum: Vibe | V-Cross 05-30-2022, 02:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,063
Posted By JMike.VA
Nice job. Can you share specifics on the light...

Nice job. Can you share specifics on the light and maybe a link where you picked them up at.
Forum: Forest River Classifieds | Buy |Sell |Trade 05-25-2022, 03:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 963
Posted By JMike.VA
I would gladly accept one of you still have...

I would gladly accept one of you still have available.
Forum: Wildwood 04-05-2022, 06:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,163
Posted By JMike.VA
Depending on the water, I had to change my rod...

Depending on the water, I had to change my rod twice last year.
Since they are so cheap compared to the coast of a new water heater, changing twice a year is money well spent.
Forum: Rockwood 04-01-2022, 07:04 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 14,361
Posted By JMike.VA
We have a Vibe18RB with the Murphy bed. It’s...

We have a Vibe18RB with the Murphy bed.
It’s quicker to make and put up than a normal bed.
The only issue we have is we want to upgrade the mattress and have not found anyone who sells a three...
Forum: Wildwood 03-26-2022, 05:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,288
Posted By JMike.VA
I use these also....

I use these also. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NS7YIMS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They work very well.

But, when ever we leave, the awning comes down.
At night...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 03-26-2022, 04:53 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,707
Posted By JMike.VA
I keep ours in the back of the pickup and pull...

I keep ours in the back of the pickup and pull out just enough to keep well ventilated when running with the bed cover still down. I have it chained and locked to the bed tiedowns.
Forum: Veteran's Forum 03-08-2022, 07:49 AM
Replies: 878
Views: 135,657
Posted By JMike.VA
Army ROTC Field Artillery mid career branch...

Army ROTC
Field Artillery mid career branch change to Ordnance
Started 2Lt Ft Sill 1977, then Germany, 8th Inf Div, and back,
Many state side tours, 1st Inf Div, then Germany again, 2AD FWD,...
Forum: Georgetown 02-24-2022, 05:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,523
Posted By JMike.VA
Oil level

I agree, the biggest issue with generators is oil level. The safety switch will immediately kill it if the oil level show LOW!.
Check level if RV and oil level in generator.
Forum: Georgetown 02-07-2022, 03:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 932
Posted By JMike.VA
I have had both W and H. The Husky’s are more...

I have had both W and H. The Husky’s are more flexible and I prefer them as they seem to fit better.
Forum: Electrical, Charging Systems & Solar 02-02-2022, 11:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,855
Posted By JMike.VA
I added a 2nd Battery to my Forest River...

I added a 2nd Battery to my Forest River Vibe18RB.
It enabled me to go about 10 hours with everything running except AC.
It was pretty easy. I’m sure you could do this.
Forum: Dynamax 11-14-2021, 05:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,088
Posted By JMike.VA
Winterization

Blowing air until dry air comes out of all faucets, toilets, including inside and outside shower heads is what we do.
Then RV antifreeze ( basically same stuff that’s in Mt. Dew) in all drains,...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 10-24-2021, 07:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,721
Posted By JMike.VA
TMPS

This is what I use and very satisfied.
Forum: Tips and Tricks 10-21-2021, 02:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,291
Posted By JMike.VA
More thoughts on kit

I’m sure you have considered this but just need to mention:
1.Jack up a wheel and actually take one off. Make sure your jack/lug wrench all fits.
2. Change a fuse in the trailer. Ensure you carry...
Forum: Tips and Tricks 01-12-2021, 07:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 638
Posted By JMike.VA
Great idea. Is it mounted in front or behind...

Great idea.
Is it mounted in front or behind the axles?
Forum: Tips and Tricks 01-04-2021, 09:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 638
Posted By JMike.VA
Vibe 18RB bumper

After installing a bike rack on the bumper on our first trip I went to remove the B&G hose (sewer hose) I found that it was jammed and wouldn’t come out.
After inspecting it was the bike hitch that...
Forum: Veteran's Forum 12-28-2020, 12:58 PM
Replies: 878
Views: 135,657
Posted By JMike.VA
Welcome to the group and even more the R life. ...

Welcome to the group and even more the R life.
Glad you made it.
Forum: Propane Systems 12-22-2020, 09:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,955
Posted By JMike.VA
Appreciate the education. I have a lot to...

Appreciate the education.
I have a lot to learn.
Thanks
Forum: Propane Systems 12-22-2020, 03:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,955
Posted By JMike.VA
I’m new at this and sorry I wasn’t clear and more...

I’m new at this and sorry I wasn’t clear and more detailed in my initial post.
This is the heater in the camper.
I have the camper power plugged into a 50 amp breaker of my garage.
During the...
Forum: Propane Systems 12-22-2020, 03:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,955
Posted By JMike.VA
Exactly!, I would not have even looked out the...

Exactly!, I would not have even looked out the window if the lights had not also stopped working. I would still be thinking something was wrong on the heater.
Forum: Propane Systems 12-21-2020, 12:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,955
Posted By JMike.VA
Heater won’t click and light!!!

This is our first camper and I will admit I’m a rookie and shame me all you want. I deserve it.

We were loading out the camper for our maiden voyage next week and I had it connected to the garage...
Forum: General Motorhome Discussion 12-04-2020, 08:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,398
Posted By JMike.VA
We are planning on taking off January 3rd for a...

We are planning on taking off January 3rd for a southern trip to Florida, then going west after a few weeks. No schedule, only reservations at this point are getting us down to The Naples area and...
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