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Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 02-28-2022, 05:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 789
Posted By larrybessette
Brakes

My Flagstaff 8228IKWS needs a brake job. I have never been happy with the brakes on this 5er so I started looking into a disc brake conversion. I have contacted my local trailer dealer (not RV...
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-03-2021, 03:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 440
Posted By larrybessette
Going to indiana

Is there any point taking my 2015 Flagstaff to the factory at this point? it is 6 years old but has some issues, fading finish, leaks etc. Are they likley to help me or am I wasting my time.
Forum: Flagstaff 10-27-2020, 03:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,374
Posted By larrybessette
Slides won't come in.

That's it! Thanks!
Now another question... Where are the tools to manually retract the bedroom slide?
Forum: Flagstaff 10-27-2020, 01:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,374
Posted By larrybessette
Slides won't move.

Yesterday, as we were preparing to head home DW called out "the slides won't come in." Sure enough, all 3 slides are dead. One was in one was out and one was halfway in. Checked the fuses, all good...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 09-28-2020, 03:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 281
Posted By larrybessette
Floor & Brakes

Hello all,
Two things;
My 2015 8528IKWS is due for a brake job. That is not a problem but I am wondering, has anyone ever upgraded the brakes from 10"to 11" drums? If so were you able to do it...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-21-2020, 04:33 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 91,676
Posted By larrybessette
7.3

Is the 7.3 a new engine or the old 460 brought back?
Forum: Dollars & Cents 06-15-2020, 03:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,643
Posted By larrybessette
order or purchase off lot

DW and I are contemplating the purchase of a new 5er. I am thinking of ordering one but know nothing about it. Any advice would be appreciated.
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 05-31-2020, 08:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 474
Posted By larrybessette
Window removal

I have a 2015 Flagstaff 8528IKWS. Well I have a roof leak at the right rear corner. That I can fix easily. More difficult is repairing the delamination. I have repaired delams before so that doesn't...
Forum: COVID-19 Discussions 04-08-2020, 04:40 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 9,390
Posted By larrybessette
Chaps my rear

I understand everything in this thread, but I live in a small town in western NC and we have been invaded by non-residents. I understand that they have a home here but don't come here during this...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 03-07-2020, 11:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 519
Posted By larrybessette
Replaced analog thermostat

Replaced my analog thermostat with a digital one. Same brand, Coleman Mack. In fact the new thermostat is a unit recommended to me by someone on the forum.
Anyway, it looked like an easy swap. All...
Forum: General Community Discussions 02-24-2020, 09:33 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,722
Posted By larrybessette
Not stupid just fun! My granddaughters think...

Not stupid just fun! My granddaughters think it's hysterical! ! Lighten up!
Forum: General Community Discussions 02-20-2020, 06:05 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,722
Posted By larrybessette
Naming camper

Oh and the grandgirls insisted that if the camper was Flo then the TV would be Bob.

They named my other truck Chuck.
Forum: General Community Discussions 02-20-2020, 06:00 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,722
Posted By larrybessette
Naming camper

Yes,
Flo as in going with the.

Named our primary residence Birdsong.
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-16-2019, 11:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,594
Posted By larrybessette
Coleman thermostat

Thanks. Coleman unit on the way.
I decided to install the Coleman because I do use the hi /lo function at night.
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-16-2019, 08:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,594
Posted By larrybessette
Coleman Mack Thermostat

I want to swap out my analog thermostat for a digital unit. I have seen it discussed on the forum but can't find the link.
It looks like a simple job to me as long as I get the correct thermostat....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 06-28-2019, 03:20 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 20,086
Posted By larrybessette
2500 to 3500 conversion

Thanks for the input. Unfortunately many make too big of a deal about it. I'm going from an 10,000lb 5er with a pin weight of about 2000lb to a 14000lb 5er with a 2400 pin weight (approximate 2100...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 06-27-2019, 06:44 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 20,086
Posted By larrybessette
2500HD to 3500HD conversion

I have researched my 04 Chevy 2500HD, 8.1 gas w Allison and 373 gears and the only difference between it and the 3500 is suspension. Same axles, same brakes etc. So I'm thinking about adding air...
Forum: General Community Discussions 03-14-2019, 04:17 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 12,093
Posted By larrybessette
Banning outside firewood

Just curious.....
With more and more campgrounds banning outside firewood I wondered what the community thinks. A real problem or a profit center...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 12-22-2018, 08:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,669
Posted By larrybessette
Dodge 2500/3500 transmissions

My Chevy 2500hd is getting long in the tooth. I'm going to replace it soon and am considering a Dodge as well as a Chevy. It`s the Dodge 6 speed automatic that I'm concerned about. Is it any good? ...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 12-22-2018, 06:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 792
Posted By larrybessette
Air bags

DW and I are considering replacing or 2015 flagstaff 8228rkws with a Keystone Cougar. The tow weight is about at the trucks max but pin weight is well within the trucks limits. I'm considering air...
Forum: Eastern USA 09-15-2018, 07:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,949
Posted By larrybessette
Florence

Storms just starting to stir here. Rain is the issue. 10" predicted. We'll see. Tonight thru Monday will tell.
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-21-2018, 04:27 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 10,440
Posted By larrybessette
Do you name your RV

Flo as in going with the

Our first camper was Myrtle the Turtle. My grandgirls said that if the camper had a name so should the truck. They thought Bob was appropriate.
Forum: General Community Discussions 08-21-2018, 04:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,248
Posted By larrybessette
CW of Asheville

I live in Hendersonville NC and can attest to how bad the CW here is. But, when I got in a jamb in Charleston SC that CW worked me over pretty good so I guess they are all the same. Too bad.
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-24-2018, 05:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,913
Posted By larrybessette
Carpet has got to go

Well....pulled up the carpet and discovered that the vinyl stops about 2 feet short of the back wall so will have to do a new floor. Not a problem but the carpet in the kitchen slideout in front of...
Forum: General Community Discussions 07-23-2018, 04:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,913
Posted By larrybessette
Carpet has got to go

My 2015 Flagstaff 8528IKWS has a mix of vinyl and carpet. The carpet has got to go. It's nasty.
I pulled a floor vent and as I expected there is vinyl under the carpet. Looks like they laid a big...
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