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Forum: Forester and Sunseeker 10-29-2023, 01:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 675
Posted By njfishing
I’d run it on propane to get you through the...

I’d run it on propane to get you through the weekend and oh by the way, your could probably run it for a month on a 20 propane tank since it does not use much.

As far as the electric side when...
Forum: Slide Outs 10-28-2023, 01:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 764
Posted By njfishing
You can replace the seals very easily if they’re...

You can replace the seals very easily if they’re the bulb type that slide into a track. Another cause of leaks is an uneven trailer, especially if its uneven side to side. The water lands on the roof...
Forum: Georgetown 10-26-2023, 12:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,628
Posted By njfishing
I leave my lead acid battery right on the trailer...

I leave my lead acid battery right on the trailer and disconnect the terminals so there are no stray power draws. As long as the battery is fully charged it won’t freeze. I do the same with my boat...
Forum: Coachmen 09-26-2023, 08:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 631
Posted By njfishing
First thing I would do is bleed your propane...

First thing I would do is bleed your propane lines by lighting the stove. If it takes the stove a long time to light this is likely your issue.

It would also help to let us know if you are...
Forum: General Community Discussions 09-26-2023, 07:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 451
Posted By njfishing
If you have a regular lead acid battery, make...

If you have a regular lead acid battery, make sure it’s fully charged and disconnect the terminals so there is no draw on the battery and leave it on the trailer. If you want to create extra work for...
Forum: Product Reviews 09-21-2023, 07:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,088
Posted By njfishing
Thanks for that Yukon... Looks like many other...

Thanks for that Yukon... Looks like many other manufactures are using 13.5 ounce fabric and Awnlux uses the heavier 16.0. Looks like they also use a tube within a tube roller which adds some rigidity...
Forum: Product Reviews 09-20-2023, 02:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,088
Posted By njfishing
Thanks for that M. Much appreciated!

Thanks for that M. Much appreciated!
Forum: Product Reviews 09-20-2023, 11:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,088
Posted By njfishing
Thanks M, good to know. One more question… Did...

Thanks M, good to know. One more question… Did you use butyl tape under the track that fabric slides into or the brackets mounted to the slide or perhaps caulk to seal things up?
Forum: Product Reviews 09-19-2023, 01:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,088
Posted By njfishing
Thanks for the review. I’m looking at a topper...

Thanks for the review. I’m looking at a topper for my 13 foot living room slide. Looks like you’ve had them for about a year now. Are you still pleased with them?
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 09-12-2023, 10:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 461
Posted By njfishing
Slide seals bunching up

BTW I bought the seals on Amazon from this company and they looked identical to the old ones. Could they be the issue? Black Rubber 018-312-EKD for 1" x 15/16" x 35' D-Seal RV Slide Out System...
Forum: Exterior Maintenance | Roofs, Sealing, Covers & Vents 09-12-2023, 09:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 461
Posted By njfishing
Slide seals bunching up

Not sure what I’m doing wrong. I noticed some of the d bulb slide seals on my 2018 272 Rl were torn in the corners and coming out of the the seal track so I replaced them all this spring. The...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 09-03-2023, 08:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 788
Posted By njfishing
We had a friend with an older Surveyor Hybrid...

We had a friend with an older Surveyor Hybrid that developed a roof leak they neglected and it delaminated. The cost of the repair would have been more than the trailer was worth so they sold it on...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 09-03-2023, 07:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 788
Posted By njfishing
The more stuff you have the more things that can...

The more stuff you have the more things that can and will go wrong. Maintenance and repairs are constant. If you’re not handy be prepared to spend some money and the long lead times to fix things. I...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 08-31-2023, 08:44 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,840
Posted By njfishing
Had Castle Rocks on my 2018 272 RL and in 2022 we...

Had Castle Rocks on my 2018 272 RL and in 2022 we took a 6 hour trip in 90 plus degree weather and lost all 4 tires one at a time and a 6 hour trip turned into almost 36 hour nightmare stopping for...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-11-2023, 09:16 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,884
Posted By njfishing
That's about where I was at too but after...

That's about where I was at too but after changing my tires over from All Terrain to a Michelin Light Truck highway tire that helped. I'm also a foot shorter than you and my travel trailer has a...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-11-2023, 08:37 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,884
Posted By njfishing
Pretty amazing when some of the trucks with equal...

Pretty amazing when some of the trucks with equal capability when not towing, are lucky to get 13 mpg around town, right? Another bonus is I never use premium fuel.

I think part of the reason...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-10-2023, 07:29 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,884
Posted By njfishing
The ecoboost is great but I keep it between 60...

The ecoboost is great but I keep it between 60 and 65 which helps. I also changed my All Terrain tires to a highway type light truck tire and this helped with the mileage too.

The real...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-10-2023, 07:08 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,884
Posted By njfishing
Been towing with my 2018 f150 10 speed ecoboost...

Been towing with my 2018 f150 10 speed ecoboost 3.5 for 3 years now. It’s amazing and the 10 speed is smooth, a bear towing and helps make it a spirited daily driver. I’m towing a 8500 pound travel...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 07-19-2023, 06:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 985
Posted By njfishing
Damprid

Damprid
Forum: Cherokee 07-18-2023, 11:57 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 6,750
Posted By njfishing
I think you’re making the right choice since you...

I think you’re making the right choice since you dry camp all the time.
Forum: Cherokee 07-17-2023, 04:12 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 6,750
Posted By njfishing
The Costco/Interstate batteries are so poorly...

The Costco/Interstate batteries are so poorly rated I'd pass on them. The Duracel are $179 without returning a core and I've had a pair and got 7 years of service out of them. The Trojans are $180...
Forum: Cherokee 07-17-2023, 03:45 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 6,750
Posted By njfishing
Even if it's not liPO compatible you can still...

Even if it's not liPO compatible you can still use a normal charger but apparently it will only charge the battery to 80%. You won't get the advantage of faster charging and it will take as long as a...
Forum: Cherokee 07-17-2023, 03:06 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 6,750
Posted By njfishing
And here is a thread with your make and model and...

And here is a thread with your make and model and someone asking the same https://www.forestriverforums.com/forums/f24/cherokee-wolf-pup-17jg-battery-229806.html

And PS 2 6 volts are going to be...
Forum: Cherokee 07-17-2023, 02:56 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 6,750
Posted By njfishing
Dual Battery info please

Since your's is a 2021 there's a good chance your charger/converter could be liPO compatible... Get the make and model and look it up. Not sure if your fridge is capable of running on propane but it...
Forum: General Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel Discussion 07-17-2023, 02:46 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,440
Posted By njfishing
One easy way to see if your WDH is doing anything...

One easy way to see if your WDH is doing anything is to hitch up and put the bars in place. If the bars go into place easily without lifting the trailer jack your aren’t distributing weight any...
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