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Forum: Forest River Classifieds | Buy |Sell |Trade 05-23-2020, 06:40 PM
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Posted By sharon
2018 Forest River Rockwood Ultra Lite Fifth Wheel 2880WS

2018 Rockwood Ultra Lite 2880WS.

This 5th wheel is wonderful. We love the floor plan. 2 slide outs, one for dinette and sofa another in the bedroom for closet. Rear kitchen, full sized pantry,...
Forum: Central USA 01-14-2020, 03:16 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 13,587
Posted By sharon
I may be a bit prejudiced since I work at the KOA...

I may be a bit prejudiced since I work at the KOA Palmer Gulch, for 12 years now. But we love it there. It can be pricey if you want all the bells and whistles like concrete patio, BBQ, flowers,...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 05-09-2018, 03:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,321
Posted By sharon
Thanks for your help. We did check the tire...

Thanks for your help. We did check the tire pressure again this am before the sun was beating on the tires. (We are at home in CA) Crazy thing is the handheld digital, the tire pump and the TPMS all...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 05-08-2018, 09:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,321
Posted By sharon
when to add tire pressure

So now I am confused after reading all these tire questions. I only have one question.
Does one fill the tire to the sidewall max allowed ie80# with the trailer loaded or unloaded. Or does it make...
Forum: Rockwood 12-12-2017, 06:53 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
Hadn't heard of anyone having high hitch trouble...

Hadn't heard of anyone having high hitch trouble with that Teflon disc. So will make a few more practice runs doing it the way Murbella suggested. Thanks.
Forum: Rockwood 12-12-2017, 06:49 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
Great idea. I think we had it hitched up...

Great idea. I think we had it hitched up correctly as all the safety features, ie, button on rear of hitch plate and red/green hole on handle indicated we were but that is certainly something to...
Forum: Rockwood 12-12-2017, 04:56 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
Seems like everyone has their cross to bare eh?...

Seems like everyone has their cross to bare eh? Anyway, think after all this advice we will try to use stationary on both and use slider in emergency if needed. Will take it to a large parking lot...
Forum: Rockwood 12-12-2017, 01:00 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
Giant.

Giant.
Forum: Rockwood 12-11-2017, 11:46 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
Do you HAVE to use the revolution if you don't...

Do you HAVE to use the revolution if you don't use the slider or can you just use it all as stationary. I assume if you do that the turning radius would be diminished. But would it affect the...
Forum: Rockwood 12-11-2017, 11:07 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
Yes, ours is exactly like the video. Thanks....

Yes, ours is exactly like the video. Thanks. Maybe some sliders have wheels others rails??
Forum: Rockwood 12-11-2017, 11:02 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
It really does slide forward. I am sending a...

It really does slide forward. I am sending a picture of the handle. Located on the left rear side of the hitch as you are looking in from the rear. It is maybe called Husky 16K w. If that makes a...
Forum: Rockwood 12-11-2017, 10:55 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
You know Wildcat I would be angry too but....We...

You know Wildcat I would be angry too but....We bought the 5er the same day my sister and her husband did at the SoCal show. We 'supposedly' got a great deal as we bought 2, sort of speak. Said they...
Forum: Rockwood 12-11-2017, 08:49 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
Thanks jgroff and 5picker. I was able to view...

Thanks jgroff and 5picker. I was able to view videos on YouTube. Sure explained a lot. And with your input I think we understand it now. Yes, we took it out on that maiden voyage. It was only for 2...
Forum: Rockwood 12-11-2017, 07:32 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
I guess we'll just use the hitch far forward not...

I guess we'll just use the hitch far forward not slide and keep the wedges where they are stored. Doesn't seem like we need to change the pivot point.
Now for the noise, bucking, jerking, clunking,...
Forum: Rockwood 12-11-2017, 07:27 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
witchdoctor. The installation manual for the...

witchdoctor. The installation manual for the Husky says not compatible with the Reese Revolution. Also etrailer says it is not compatible. I'm thinking that you only need the wedge when you want it...
Forum: Rockwood 12-11-2017, 07:13 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
jgroff. There are 4 bolt holes. Ours is in the...

jgroff. There are 4 bolt holes. Ours is in the 3rd one down. So not the lowest position but the next one up. Yes, it seems we are using it as a regular kingpin and hitch. Do we still need to use the...
Forum: Rockwood 12-11-2017, 05:05 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
jgroff, I will take a pic as soon as I can....

jgroff, I will take a pic as soon as I can. Thanks.
Forum: Rockwood 12-11-2017, 05:04 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
5picker: You are correct, we are not using it in...

5picker: You are correct, we are not using it in the unlocked position. (Didn't even know it did pivot). And No, it is not an auto slide hitch. We would have to use that handle on the left rear side...
Forum: Rockwood 12-11-2017, 01:59 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,379
Posted By sharon
Reese Revolution with Husky 16k w

I know this has been discussed before but the threads were old and wouldn't let me post. We have a 2018 Rockwood 8280ws. Reese Revolution installed at factory. Husky 16k w with slider installed at...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 11-19-2017, 12:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,286
Posted By sharon
Mandb I totally agree.

Mandb I totally agree.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 11-19-2017, 12:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,286
Posted By sharon
I totally agree.

I totally agree.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 11-18-2017, 02:20 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 15,729
Posted By sharon
So....I was underneath taking some pics of some...

So....I was underneath taking some pics of some wiring I was questioning and found the sticker on the axle. Sure enough it says nev r adjust. Just hoping we are not in trouble with these brakes. I...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 11-18-2017, 02:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,286
Posted By sharon
So this is what ours looks like. And I think you...

So this is what ours looks like. And I think you are right. It does look rather sloppy. Thanks for the help. First time attaching photos. Hope this works.



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Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 11-17-2017, 08:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,286
Posted By sharon
Yes, I think so. I can't quite fit underneath but...

Yes, I think so. I can't quite fit underneath but was able to take pics. Looks like they are for brakes but should they just hang there? Or should they be zip tied up somehow...or is slack required....
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 11-17-2017, 07:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,286
Posted By sharon
Wiring hanging by wheels

Hello everyone. I don't know if this is normal or not since neither of us is mechanically inclined but....We have a new 2018 Rockwood 8289 5er. I noticed when looking at the underbelly that there is...
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