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RE: Gen Y Hitch
I don't claim to know much about the different hitch options. However, many frame manufacturers will void the frame warranty if you use a gooseneck hitch with a 5th wheel trailer. Again, I don't know the GenY.
I have both a 5th wheel camper and Gooseneck horse trailer. I use the ball for the gooseneck and have a B&W companion for the 5th wheel. Easy to convert one to the other, just move the base out of the hole for the ball.
Using the B&W with the kingpin, is much easier to hook up than trying to align the ball. Connected, it is a solid connection, rides correctly and no modifications to the trailer. When not using the 5th wheel I either move the base forward or take it out of the truck if not going back and forth between trailers.
The reason horse trailers use a gooseneck hitch is because the frame is built differently than a 5th wheel, the trailer pulls from a different force vs the 5th wheel is centered higher on the 5th wheel pin.
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Thermoguy
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05/07/23 10:38am |
Towing
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RE: Fuel Ecomony - Towing
2015 3/4 ton Chev Diesel - typically average 12-14 towing 5th wheel or gooseneck trailers. Usually a little better with the gooseneck as it is lighter and not as big as the 5th wheel camper. Not towing 18-20 on average. Mine is heavier than your trailer. The advantage to upgrading to a 3/4 ton or 1 ton is you have more options next time you upgrade the trailer. My only mistake was not buying a 1 ton from the start. My next truck will be a 1 ton. As for Diesel vs gas, I personally would not go back to gas.
If your decision what to buy relies on gas mileage, then you might think twice about the whole process. Gas mileage is not your friend once you start towing trailers. You have to pay to play...
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Thermoguy
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05/07/23 10:29am |
Towing
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RE: LT tires for 5th
You should drive a little south the get a better deal. Just check Goodyear and the Goodyear Wrangler HT with USEF discount is $883 installed at my local dealer. $215 per tire before discount. I have a trailer that needs tires this year due to age. Not a bad price.
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Thermoguy
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04/22/23 10:43am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Reroute Lot Sewer Pipes
I had some work done on my septic a number of years back. Hired a company and they did it all. It was a few thousand, but something I could not do and had no place doing myself. They took care of all permits, locating, digging, etc. I would recommend hiring a professional.
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Thermoguy
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04/22/23 09:22am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Black Tank Help Needed
It sounds like you are leaving your grey tank valve open when you are dumping the black tank - is this what you are doing?
If you are, don't do that. Close any other valve that shares the same outlet and only open the valve to the tank you are draining.
The clear pipe is also a great help to "see" what is coming out.
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Thermoguy
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04/22/23 09:16am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: LT tires for 5th
That is a good comment and why the dealers tell you to use an ST tire for trailers. But, in real world testing, I had a them take off a Hercules ST tire I had purchased to get me through my trip and to the tire dealer to replace all 4. When not mounted with my hands I could flex the ST tire, and couldn't with the LT. I'm sure all tires are different. Also considered Sailun tires, but found them to be more expensive than the LT tires I went with and didn't want to go to Walmart for service. Felt more comfortable working with a tire shop vs a chain store.
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Thermoguy
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04/22/23 09:05am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Is there any REAL quality out there?
Marathon Coaches are built in Oregon. I think those qualify as high quality.
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Thermoguy
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04/20/23 03:28pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: How do you sanitize your fresh-water tank and lines?
I follow the instructions - Bleach and a lot of water to rinse it out after the first fill and sit period.
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Thermoguy
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04/20/23 01:38pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: LT tires for 5th
Running Goodyear Wrangler HT LT235/85-16 on a Fifth wheel and Gooseneck trailers. The Gooseneck tires will be 6 years old this summer. Will go with the same tire. Been perfect, no issues or complaints. Trailer is within weights for an LT tire.
Did a lot of research on LT vs ST and the only things the people at the tire stores could tell me is that an ST tire is made for a trailer, vs an LT for a truck or vehicle, so more attention to traction vs going straight. In addition, ST tires are not tested LT tires are.
For me, last time around Goodyear Endurance was about $15 more per tire, so cost was negligible.
You also get a 20% discount on Goodyear if you are a USEF member.
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Thermoguy
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04/20/23 01:28pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Tires on a 5th wheel and aggravation
The Marathons were BAD, if on a new camper you would be lucky to get it home before you had a blow-out.
My 5th Wheel had Marathon tires when I bought it. They were 6 years old when they went. But, when they went, they went... One blew, 2 were out of round, the others were fine but replaced when I replaced everything.
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Thermoguy
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04/19/23 12:59pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Washing the exterior of our TT
Hi All,
We bought our TT last year and it's in need of a bath! Before I begin getting the dirt off, I wanted to see what people use to wash their RVs. I usually use dish soap when washing my truck but wanted to make sure that was not too abrasive for an RV.
Thx!
Dawn dish soap is what you use when you want to strip your vehicle of wax. I would not suggest using that unless you are planning to redo the wax or need to strip it for some reason.
I use decent quality car wash soap - typically purchased at Costco.
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Thermoguy
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04/18/23 06:06pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Tires on a 5th wheel and aggravation
LT tires never ST.
Running Goodyear Wrangler LT tires on both my 5th wheel and Gooseneck, perfect tire for my weight. My last set on my gooseneck lasted way past date where I should have replaced them and never had a problem. I would buy LT tires if it is within the weight of the trailer - if not, go with F or G tires. Not a fan of ST tires as they are not tested and do not have the same standards as a LT tire.
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Thermoguy
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04/18/23 06:04pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: time for a diesel?
Its been a few years, but our old truck, 3/4 ton GM with the 8.1 and Alison. Traded that in 2015 for a Chev Duramax. My first Diesel. I won't go back to gas. So much nicer when towing. Actually, nicer all the time. No issues with maintenance. Haven't had anything maintenance wise that would be different between a Diesel and Gas. The dealer I bought it from does free oil changes for life, so no cost there. I have to buy DEF, but that's pennies, maybe 5 gallons per 5K miles.
I thought the 8.1 was great, until I got a Diesel. I really appreciate the power, torque, and gas mileage. This was purchased as a daily driver for my wife and she loves driving it.
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Thermoguy
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04/15/23 11:43am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: 16 Navigator L towing Jayco 24BH
I will never travel with full tanks period. I stay at KOA'a most of the time.
You hope the KOA's have working facilities. I don't count on working facilities. I also travel with fresh water, because you never know, and we prefer to use our bathroom vs public.
We once thought we would just hit the next rest area to dump, 3 rest areas later, they were all out of service...
However, I prefer to camp, not stay at some roadside apartment complex with trailers stacked side by side...
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Thermoguy
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04/10/23 07:03pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: 16 Navigator L towing Jayco 24BH
You see your weights, its up to you if you are comfortable towing at or exceeding your weight limits.
I would suggest, what are your weights with full water, black, grey? What happens if you go to a camp with no water or sewer, or you think they have it but its closed. How far are you willing to drive way over weight. To me, my rig should be able to tow tanks full and room for extra cargo.
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Thermoguy
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04/10/23 12:42pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Mount Rainier National Park "Washington" Suggestions Please
Many more options if you are willing to boondock.
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Thermoguy
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04/07/23 11:08am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Microsoft 365 removal
Software as a Service (SAS) is the future - happening in every industry.
Office 2016 might not work on a Windows 11 PC. Lots of legacy software doesn't work correctly on newer PC's.
At one point you could buy office or pay the subscription, now I think it is subscription only, but you can buy 1 subscription and run it on multiple PC's.
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Thermoguy
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04/07/23 11:05am |
Technology Corner
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RE: Furnace won’t light
Isn't there a thing called a sail switch? - I think that is what I have to mess with if mine does not start. Usually it is from sitting for a long time not getting used. I seldom use my furnace and usually only in the spring. Look on YouTube for suggestions. I have found that the best resource.
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Thermoguy
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03/29/23 01:36pm |
Tech Issues
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RE: newer ford and sensing trailer hooked up
I have this problem with my 5th wheel on a chev. I use Dielectric grease and the problem goes away. If it comes back, I clean things up, add more Dielectric Grease and it goes away again.
Works for me.
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Thermoguy
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03/25/23 10:56am |
Towing
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RE: How long should a battery last?
Why use the fridge? you are talking just 1 weekend, use a cooler for your food. Use minimal lights, minimal water (pump).
Problem solved.
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Thermoguy
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03/25/23 10:51am |
Tech Issues
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