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Forum: Just Conversation 04-18-2022, 06:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 618
Posted By raineman
Congratulations! Just crazy times.

Congratulations! Just crazy times.
Forum: Just Conversation 04-18-2022, 05:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 618
Posted By raineman
Sold out with a great profit

Well had our fill of the RV life. Put the toy hauler and truck up for sale 8 months ago. Trailer and truck were both 2014. Got $16,000 more for the truck (32,000 miles) than I paid and $3000 more...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-18-2019, 08:26 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,869
Posted By raineman
Sorry, you need a lot more truck

Sorry, you need a lot more truck
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-23-2019, 07:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,082
Posted By raineman
Hi, we had a shattered living room frameless...

Hi, we had a shattered living room frameless window. Had two residential glass company's look. They said they could replace, but would not match other windows. Called the RV manufacturer and was able...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-18-2019, 01:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,713
Posted By raineman
C'mon man! It pulls just fine...

C'mon man! It pulls just fine :facepalm::banghead:

Sad part is someone will use this to justify a horrible setup. That's some bad advice alright
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-06-2019, 11:45 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 8,729
Posted By raineman
How is it going Jshopes81? The key words are...

How is it going Jshopes81? The key words are "work truck". Respectively, many don't drive their tow vehicles in the same manner you drive your work truck.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-06-2019, 11:24 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 8,729
Posted By raineman
That is correct, but the payload is potentially...

That is correct, but the payload is potentially the issue, respectfully, not what it can "pull".
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-05-2019, 06:51 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 8,729
Posted By raineman
That is a newer truck for sure. Do you know if...

That is a newer truck for sure. Do you know if your dealer has updated the software on your truck since you bought it? Mine seems to get an update when in for maintenance each time. I never really...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-04-2019, 06:47 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 8,729
Posted By raineman
I am guessing that you are describing an older...

I am guessing that you are describing an older Ram. What year truck is the Ram and how many miles?
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-03-2019, 05:14 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 8,729
Posted By raineman
Just curious, what kind of reliability issues...

Just curious, what kind of reliability issues have you had with your Ram?
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-03-2019, 10:06 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 8,729
Posted By raineman
I drive my DRW downtown often for work. Never had...

I drive my DRW downtown often for work. Never had a problem parking or getting around in a big city. And I have the long bed. You have to remember that there are trucks a lot bigger than a long bed...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 08-20-2019, 08:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 722
Posted By raineman
Make sure oil is topped off and you have good gas...

Make sure oil is topped off and you have good gas (not too old). They are very sensitive to oil levels. Fuel pumps are also a known problem.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-08-2019, 06:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,900
Posted By raineman
Enjoy it! I do not care for busy, crowded CGs....

Enjoy it! I do not care for busy, crowded CGs. Defeats the point of getting away.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-05-2019, 06:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,537
Posted By raineman
Once you get it solved, dont expect too much from...

Once you get it solved, dont expect too much from RV ACs when parked in the sun on a hot day. The ACs struggle to keep things cool in that scenario. Park in the shade on a hot day and it will be a...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-26-2019, 11:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 793
Posted By raineman
I would take it in and have the brakes inspected...

I would take it in and have the brakes inspected and, if needed, rebuilt with new components. Could be a few things, but nothing to take a chance with. Should not be expensive to have a shop take a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-21-2019, 08:55 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 14,904
Posted By raineman
RV shipments for March 2019 fell 26%. ...

RV shipments for March 2019 fell 26%.

Shipments year-to-date are down 27%.

RV Sales are definitely down.

Good article here about RV sales decline:...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-18-2019, 05:12 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 18,020
Posted By raineman
Excuse me Ma'am, Weight Police here. :dance:....

Excuse me Ma'am, Weight Police here. :dance:. Will let you off with a warning this time. :laugh:. Best of luck with your new rig(s). Curious to hear how that 150 tows the 5th wheel. You certainly...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-15-2019, 08:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,906
Posted By raineman
Measure the distance of the front of the trailer...

Measure the distance of the front of the trailer from the ground. Do the same for the rear. Do they match? In no, then not level.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 06-08-2019, 11:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 584
Posted By raineman
exactly. Just pulling away from a stop light...

exactly. Just pulling away from a stop light would be slow as the motor screams.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-02-2019, 09:05 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,303
Posted By raineman
"Its all about me" syndrome. It is very popular...

"Its all about me" syndrome. It is very popular these days
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-28-2019, 07:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,415
Posted By raineman
Ram makes a great truck. Been extremely happy...

Ram makes a great truck. Been extremely happy with my 2014. But all 3 big manufacturers make good trucks. Pick your flavor.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-28-2019, 07:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,426
Posted By raineman
RV trashed while in for repairs

May want avoid this place in AZ
https://www.azfamily.com/news/arizona-couple-shares-gross-details-of-camper-trashed-lived-in/article_9007f326-80d3-11e9-88d8-6b0a760ac84a.html

The response from...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-21-2019, 06:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,813
Posted By raineman
That is a low 5th wheel for sure. What year is...

That is a low 5th wheel for sure. What year is that?
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-21-2019, 11:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,773
Posted By raineman
I am certainly no expert about refrigerators, but...

I am certainly no expert about refrigerators, but common sense tells me a residential fridge isn’t designed to go bouncing down the road in an RV.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-19-2019, 08:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 504
Posted By raineman
Keystone puts some sub woofers under the stairs

Keystone puts some sub woofers under the stairs
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-18-2019, 08:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,878
Posted By raineman
This is an internet discussion forum. People will...

This is an internet discussion forum. People will post their thoughts whether you agree with them or like what they wrote. It is what it is. No reason to get upset or take things so personally- which...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-18-2019, 08:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,152
Posted By raineman
I hit Auto Level and forget it. I do try to find...

I hit Auto Level and forget it. I do try to find a fairly level spot to park first, but that is it
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-16-2019, 05:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,945
Posted By raineman
:thumb: Amen Brother

:thumb: Amen Brother
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-16-2019, 05:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,945
Posted By raineman
Oh boy. Each entitled to an opinion. Happy...

Oh boy. Each entitled to an opinion. Happy camping buddy.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-16-2019, 02:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,945
Posted By raineman
Montana is an entry level 5th wheel? Where do you...

Montana is an entry level 5th wheel? Where do you get your information from? :facepalm:
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-16-2019, 02:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,945
Posted By raineman
It's not. As others have mentioned, if you are...

It's not. As others have mentioned, if you are parked in the sun and or don't have the windows covered, you are not going to get too cool. Also having dual pane tinted windows helps a lot. Good luck.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-16-2019, 10:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,878
Posted By raineman
No suggestions, but that is not a lot of money to...

No suggestions, but that is not a lot of money to work with. If you buy a 20 year old rig, your budget for repairs and upkeep may not be worth the effort. Good luck.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-16-2019, 10:07 AM
Replies: 429
Views: 53,548
Posted By raineman
If bothered by campfires, don't go camping. Just...

If bothered by campfires, don't go camping. Just like if you don't like loud music, don't go to a concert. But don't expect the world to cowar to your dislikes. Life will get frustrating fast
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-16-2019, 10:03 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 21,957
Posted By raineman
What I do in the privacy of my home and RV is my...

What I do in the privacy of my home and RV is my business. I see a lot here saying to use common sense.

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Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-15-2019, 09:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,480
Posted By raineman
Interesting how people’s experience differs. I...

Interesting how people’s experience differs. I have the exact opposite as you. Nothing but trouble with anything GM to the point I will likely never own another. Ram truck has been nothing but a...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 05-13-2019, 09:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,598
Posted By raineman
Sorry to read of the issues. Knock on wood, no...

Sorry to read of the issues. Knock on wood, no cracking here. Have towed all over with RZR or a paramotor in the garage. Hope they get it figured out
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-13-2019, 08:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,143
Posted By raineman
Make sure jacks are down first

Make sure jacks are down first
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-11-2019, 08:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,354
Posted By raineman
Simply bad advice. Amazingly bad advice and...

Simply bad advice. Amazingly bad advice and simply wrong.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-08-2019, 09:25 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,309
Posted By raineman
Wow! That is just a horrible way to justify...

Wow! That is just a horrible way to justify driving over capacity. Monkey see, monkey do is not how one should pick a setup. I think I heard a couple truck salesmen use that justification when lying...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-08-2019, 09:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,701
Posted By raineman
Betting there is something wrong with setup. Have...

Betting there is something wrong with setup. Have been successfully using the Tailgater for years. Have run up to 100 ft of cable to get to a clearing and all works fine. Are you making sure the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-08-2019, 08:58 AM
Replies: 429
Views: 53,548
Posted By raineman
Can not believe they have not shut this post down...

Can not believe they have not shut this post down yet. :horse3:
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-03-2019, 06:51 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 14,066
Posted By raineman
:laugh: 10 hours of driving in any truck or car...

:laugh:
10 hours of driving in any truck or car will make many sore. Not a Ram thing
Forum: Cummins Engines 05-02-2019, 09:19 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 24,212
Posted By raineman
I believe it is illegal

I believe it is illegal
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 04-24-2019, 03:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,569
Posted By raineman
oh gosh no as others have stated - not even...

oh gosh no as others have stated - not even close. Don't you or your husband listen to truck or RV sales folks about what you can tow either, whatever you do. They will say anything to make a sale....
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-22-2019, 05:23 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,996
Posted By raineman
The longer the wheel base, the better the towing...

The longer the wheel base, the better the towing experience. A dually truck carries a lot more payload (see signature) and adds stability. A long bed dually tows very well.

Good reading here:...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-21-2019, 12:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,017
Posted By raineman
Ram announces diesel 1500

Heard this was coming done the pike. Should be interesting:
https://leftlanenews.com/ram/ram-announces-new-1500-diesel-says-no-to-ranger-fighting-truck/
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-07-2019, 08:34 AM
Replies: 9
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Views: 1,348
Posted By raineman
Welcome to the site. As some have already noted,...

Welcome to the site. As some have already noted, you need a lot more truck for most 5th wheels

If you are basing your idea based on seeing someone with a 5th wheel on a half ton truck, they are...
Forum: Palazzo Motorhomes 04-06-2019, 09:51 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 15,740
Posted By raineman
Hmm, tuff call. Unless the alleged knife thrower...

Hmm, tuff call. Unless the alleged knife thrower was throwing knives in the direction of others, I think he was not doing to much harm. Wasn’t there, so tuff to agree this was dangerous behavior
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-03-2019, 06:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,710
Posted By raineman
.....and that's one of the reasons we moved away...

.....and that's one of the reasons we moved away from CA. $2.69 in AZ for diesel
Forum: Just Conversation 03-22-2019, 10:08 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,331
Posted By raineman
Wow people. Some pretty harsh posts here....

Wow people. Some pretty harsh posts here. Seattle, a place I used to visit for work monthly for years, is no different than any other large city in America. There are parts that are just horrible,...
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