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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-21-2017, 03:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 27,351
Posted By ov845
Unfortunately Willie, not giving the original...

Unfortunately Willie, not giving the original dealer a chance to check out the problem would be difficult to get your money back. It doesn't hurt to try, the worst case scenario is, they say no....
Forum: Rockwood 08-17-2017, 06:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 520
Posted By ov845
Thinking about purchasing a 8328BS. Your thoughts?

We're looking into purchasing a 8328BS. How does it tow? Complaints? Likes?
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-13-2017, 05:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 27,351
Posted By ov845
If there's no tire wear, I'd bet it's bearing...

If there's no tire wear, I'd bet it's bearing noise. We bought our truck used and it had a noise that acted similar to yours, turned out there was water in rear differential. Since it had a trailer...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 08-05-2017, 10:13 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,129
Posted By ov845
We've have talked to a few dealers and it's the...

We've have talked to a few dealers and it's the same story can't find it in NADA as a 2015. I know we're taking a hit by trading it in. We're willing to accept that. Just want some fairness for our...
Forum: Dollars & Cents 08-05-2017, 08:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,129
Posted By ov845
Trying to trade in our TT but NADA doesn't list our TT, what do we do?

Currently we have a 2015 Windjammer 2809W w/Diamond pkg. and looking to trade it in on a Signature Ultra Lite 8328 BS with all the bells and whistles. The issue here is how do we know if we're...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-30-2017, 08:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,678
Posted By ov845
My wife and I were recently at a RV dealer that...

My wife and I were recently at a RV dealer that had that on display. It seemed to move fairly easy. The concern I'd have would be the screen possibly stretching under the tension over time. The gap...
Forum: Solera 07-29-2017, 11:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,295
Posted By ov845
X2

X2
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-29-2017, 06:49 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,678
Posted By ov845
Can you open the shade without opening the door?

Can you open the shade without opening the door?
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-28-2017, 05:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,678
Posted By ov845
Tinting door window for privacy

That's awesome! Agreed that is a more elegant solution. Nice job! Does the glass come with the kit?
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-28-2017, 01:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,678
Posted By ov845
Here's the pics 146365 146366 146367 ...

Here's the pics

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I added stronger magnets so it stays put when opening and closing the screen door.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-27-2017, 10:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,678
Posted By ov845
Tinting door window for privacy

I'll be at the trailer later today and take pics from the inside. I'll also take pics of shade.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-26-2017, 06:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,678
Posted By ov845
Tinting door window for privacy

Makes for a nicer look.
Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-26-2017, 06:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,678
Posted By ov845
They are a soft vinyl that roll up and snap on to...

They are a soft vinyl that roll up and snap on to itself. They're attached to the screen door by magnets. It's a real nice setup. Doesn't look cheesy at all. The tint matches perfectly.

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Forum: Modifications and Updates 07-26-2017, 08:46 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,678
Posted By ov845
We've used used this on both of our entry doors...

We've used used this on both of our entry doors and bought the night shades. We love them. Easy to install. Well worth the expense.

https://rossrvinnovations.info/window-kit/
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-26-2017, 08:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,905
Posted By ov845
IMHO I would double check the adjustment of the...

IMHO I would double check the adjustment of the WDH again. A couple of inches seems off. Our dealer installed ours and the ride home with our new trailer was a white knuckle ride. Went through the...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 07-02-2017, 06:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,958
Posted By ov845
As I found out working on our TT, red doesn't...

As I found out working on our TT, red doesn't necessarily mean +, some items in our unit were wired backwards.
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 07-02-2017, 09:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,958
Posted By ov845
The only thing I can think of is + and - could...

The only thing I can think of is + and - could reversed. I would double check wires before switching them.
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 06-29-2017, 10:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,958
Posted By ov845
If you're not comfortable going wire to wire, try...

If you're not comfortable going wire to wire, try this:

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It will save a lot of time and guess work.
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 04-22-2017, 11:54 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,985
Posted By ov845
To be on the safe side, I'd go one size up from...

To be on the safe side, I'd go one size up from the bedroom LED preferred (being it's lighter). The in one in the bedroom is intended to go outside, it should have the same mounting bracket.
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-06-2017, 03:31 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,549
Posted By ov845
I guarantee you that you were over payload. Maybe...

I guarantee you that you were over payload. Maybe by 200 - 400 lbs. depending on your setup. Doing a suspension modification doesn't change bearing, axle or frame stress load.
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-06-2017, 03:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,549
Posted By ov845
X2 The point being, people are so focused on...

X2 The point being, people are so focused on tow capacity they ignore payload. And those that install springs, airbags are not increasing payload.
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-06-2017, 02:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,549
Posted By ov845
Fact: 1/2 ton = 1,000 lbs. 1 ton = 2,000 lbs. ...

Fact: 1/2 ton = 1,000 lbs. 1 ton = 2,000 lbs.

You just have to do the math. Payload is what frame and suspension can carry safely. Towing Capacity is what the vehicle can safely pull. Can any...
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-06-2017, 01:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,549
Posted By ov845
X2 There's a difference between pulling and...

X2 There's a difference between pulling and carrying weight.
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 02-24-2017, 08:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,579
Posted By ov845
2011 Dodge Ram 1500 and pulling a 5th wheel

What was the pin weight of the 5er? Have you taken it to the scales?
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 02-24-2017, 05:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,579
Posted By ov845
130570 Here's payload sticker for our Ram...

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Here's payload sticker for our Ram 1500. Yours should be close to this. Considering majority of 5ers have a pin weight 2200lbs or more you're about 1000lbs over payload now add wife, kids...
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