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Posted By Mayberry32

So, I took the camper back to the storage lot...

So, I took the camper back to the storage lot today. I tried multiple things: moth balls spread around the tires and the front jack, moth balls in panty hose legs hung from the bottom of the...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

06-24-2017, 06:12 PM

Replies: 26

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Posted By Mayberry32

The daily thing is what scares me. The storage...

The daily thing is what scares me. The storage yard is 15-20 minutes from home in the opposite direction from the office. I can get by there after work once a week or so, but it's not feasible for...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

06-24-2017, 06:02 PM

Replies: 26

Views: 4,706

Posted By Mayberry32

What is best to seal any small cracks and holes...

What is best to seal any small cracks and holes with.....silicone from a caulk gun, or expanding spray foam insulation?

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

06-24-2017, 05:37 PM

Replies: 26

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Posted By Mayberry32

Mouse in my camper!

We just got our new Winnebago Minnie Plus over the winter. 8 months in, we are using it about once a month and loving it. We've been on a few week long trips and numerous weekend trips. During the...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-29-2017, 10:58 PM

Replies: 42

Grill recommendations

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Posted By Mayberry32

Weber Go Anywhere is the way to go, if you want...

Weber Go Anywhere is the way to go, if you want charcoal. I was determined to get a mini Big Green Egg, but the weight and potential for breaking made me think twice. Plus, I don't want a $400...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-29-2017, 08:04 AM

Replies: 26

Hauling Bikes: Truck Bed or Hitch on Trailer?

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Posted By Mayberry32

Thanks for all the replies! It's been a few days...

Thanks for all the replies! It's been a few days since I've been able to get on here, but great ideas. I especially like that rack where you can keep the wheels on it it goes above the bed and...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-16-2017, 08:16 PM

Replies: 15

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Posted By Mayberry32

How did you mount the pvc to the trailer.....just...

How did you mount the pvc to the trailer.....just drill through and bolt it to the frame?

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-15-2017, 07:48 AM

Replies: 26

Hauling Bikes: Truck Bed or Hitch on Trailer?

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Posted By Mayberry32

Thanks. That makes sense. With the kid's bikes,...

Thanks. That makes sense. With the kid's bikes, I wouldn't be worried about it. But, I have a nice mountain bike and nice road bike I don't want beaten up or sprayed with road grime.

Have you...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-14-2017, 11:03 PM

Replies: 26

Hauling Bikes: Truck Bed or Hitch on Trailer?

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Posted By Mayberry32

Hauling Bikes: Truck Bed or Hitch on Trailer?

My boys are getting old enough to ride their bikes: 7 and 4 yrs old. Our little girl is 2, but can ride in the bike trailer and loves it. So, it's time to start taking the bikes on trips with us. ...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-14-2017, 06:30 AM

Replies: 15

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Posted By Mayberry32

Can someone please link the type of fishing rod...

Can someone please link the type of fishing rod holder you are referencing from Wal Mart?

This is all very helpful. Thank you.

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-13-2017, 06:47 AM

Replies: 15

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Posted By Mayberry32

I have thought of doing the same for the fishing...

I have thought of doing the same for the fishing poles. On the top of the pass through, there are metal/aluminum square frames that look to be the supports for the head of the master bed. I am...

Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum

04-13-2017, 06:44 AM

Replies: 36

Ordering New Minnie Plus bunkhouse

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Posted By Mayberry32

I had an Equal-I-Zer WDH set up on both trucks. ...

I had an Equal-I-Zer WDH set up on both trucks. I had it adjusted on the F 150 after installation and no change. It just felt unstable. I got pushed down hills, was in 2nd gear going up hills, had...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-12-2017, 09:08 PM

Replies: 15

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Posted By Mayberry32

Pass Through Modifications?

Has anyone modified their pass through for better storage options? I'm looking for ideas. I have large plastic bins inside now, separated into power cables/water hoses, Tools/Rope/ZipTies/etc, and...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-06-2017, 09:17 PM

Replies: 14

GPS System for RV or Truckers?

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Posted By Mayberry32

Just doing a little internet serching tonight,...

Just doing a little internet serching tonight, I've rn across the Garmin 760 and 770 models. Both have lifetime map updates and traffic included. Garmin generally has very good maps. I prefer...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-06-2017, 08:54 PM

Replies: 14

GPS System for RV or Truckers?

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Posted By Mayberry32

GPS System for RV or Truckers?

Today, I was following my gps to get home and took the route suggested. About 15 minutes down a road trying to get to the interstate, I came to a left turn...1 lane dirt road around a mountain. ...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-06-2017, 08:49 PM

Replies: 16

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Posted By Mayberry32

I made it home just fine. The wind was not...

I made it home just fine. The wind was not steady at all. It was whipping in all directions and had some pretty strong gusts. I did avoid the mountain drive home and drove an extra 30 miles or so,...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-05-2017, 10:07 PM

Replies: 16

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Posted By Mayberry32

I had an F150 when I bought the trailer a few...

I had an F150 when I bought the trailer a few months ago. A few trips, and a windy day and I bought a new truck the following week. It pulled it fine....until I needed the truck to work a little...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-04-2017, 08:51 PM

Replies: 16

Views: 14,263

Posted By Mayberry32

That much I am aware of. I use my brake...

That much I am aware of. I use my brake controller religiously. I think I've just watched too many videos where travel trailers blew over, dragging the truck with them. That is what scares the...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-04-2017, 08:27 PM

Replies: 16

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Posted By Mayberry32

This completely slipped up on me and I'm worried...

This completely slipped up on me and I'm worried about pulling the camper with my wife and 3 small kids in the truck with me. Like I said, I would wait an additional day, but it looks to get worse...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-04-2017, 07:55 PM

Replies: 16

Views: 14,263

Posted By Mayberry32

Travel Trailer Windy Driving?

We are in the Great Smoky Mountains and scheduled to go home Thursday. I just looked at the weather and its changed substatially in the last few days. Now, strong storms are moving in tomorrow and...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

04-02-2017, 06:39 AM

Replies: 18

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Posted By Mayberry32

Found a longer piece before I left home. Worked...

Found a longer piece before I left home. Worked out. It's about 25' long. I'll buy a 50' section when I get home. But we are good to go this trip. Thanks for all the replies.

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

03-31-2017, 09:42 PM

Replies: 18

Views: 2,408

Posted By Mayberry32

Thanks. I thought that might be the answer. Was...

Thanks. I thought that might be the answer. Was just trying to avoid a stop at Home Depot on the way out of town tomorrow and have a 12-15' section laying in my basement.

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

03-31-2017, 09:21 PM

Replies: 18

Views: 2,408

Posted By Mayberry32

That's what I was afraid of. You think 12' will...

That's what I was afraid of. You think 12' will definitely be enough, or is it like the water hose, or the powr cord and could need to be as long, or longer, than the trailer?

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

03-31-2017, 08:58 PM

Replies: 18

Views: 2,408

Posted By Mayberry32

Cable Hookups at a campground

We generally stay in state parks with no cable hookups. Normally don't want to watch tv while camping. But, this next week, we are going into the Smoky Mountains for spring break. We are staying at...

03-01-2017, 08:07 PM

Replies: 15

Virginia area

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Posted By Mayberry32

If you are heading over to Virginia Beach, go...

If you are heading over to Virginia Beach, go slightly across the state line into Mount Airy, NC...home of Andy Griffith and where Mayberry was based off of. My family is from there...great little...

Looking for nice place in north Georgia or Western North Carolina

02-23-2017, 09:05 PM

Replies: 25

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Posted By Mayberry32

Looking for nice place in north Georgia or Western North Carolina

I want to take my kids to see the full solar eclipse in August. The direct full line runs from Nantahala Lake, NC, through Andrews and Franklin into Dillard, GA and Tiger, GA. I'm having trouble...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

02-23-2017, 07:13 AM

Replies: 29

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Posted By Mayberry32

I have no complaints at all now. After greasing...

I have no complaints at all now. After greasing those few points, it is pretty quiet. I did get grease on me when hooking and unhooking, but that's nothing a little soap and water won't fix. I...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

02-22-2017, 09:46 AM

Replies: 16

Grand Design Help

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Posted By Mayberry32

The exact floorplan in Winnebago is the Minnie...

The exact floorplan in Winnebago is the Minnie Plus 27bhss. We bought ours about 3 months ago and have taken 3 trips in it. Love it, so far. No major issues yet, knock on wood. We looked at the...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

02-20-2017, 07:52 AM

Replies: 29

Views: 13,736

Posted By Mayberry32

I beg to differ. I watched every video I could...

I beg to differ. I watched every video I could find on the Equal-I-Zer site, and watched their video series on YouTube before doing anything. I also read their maintenance and FAQ sections. Skip...

02-19-2017, 09:34 PM

Replies: 10

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Camping

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Posted By Mayberry32

We just bought the trailer last month. When are...

We just bought the trailer last month. When are the calendars released? I definitely want to spend a few days in Elkmont. It Appears very few spots are reservable, and most of the sites are walk...

02-19-2017, 09:08 PM

Replies: 10

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Camping

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Posted By Mayberry32

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Camping

I am thoroughly confused by the recreation.gov website trying to book a campsite in GSM National Lark for soring break with the kids. We want to stay at Elkmont campground. There seem to be Walk...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

02-19-2017, 07:36 PM

Replies: 29

Views: 13,736

Posted By Mayberry32

I greased the ball, hitch head, and both swing...

I greased the ball, hitch head, and both swing arms in the hitch before leaving. Almost completely silent both on the ride up and back home today. Much better.

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

02-16-2017, 09:41 PM

Replies: 29

Views: 13,736

Posted By Mayberry32

I'm pulling it to north GA tomorrw. I'll try to...

I'm pulling it to north GA tomorrw. I'll try to get a video to capture the sound. I'll also call Equal-I-Zer to see if they have any ideas.

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

02-16-2017, 08:54 PM

Replies: 29

Views: 13,736

Posted By Mayberry32

I already have those on. I read it was a loud...

I already have those on. I read it was a loud hitch before buying and ordered these with the hitch. It still screams. Could it be coming from the ball connection, or the arms that hook into the...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

02-16-2017, 08:16 PM

Replies: 29

Views: 13,736

Posted By Mayberry32

Squeaky, Loud Equal-I-Zer Hitch

For those familiar with the Equalizer hitch, it's a great WDH. It works well. I can even back up with it hooked up with no problems. But, it is so loud. It squeaks, it whines, it sounds like...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

02-16-2017, 12:15 PM

Replies: 44

Type of jack for changing travel trailer tire

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Posted By Mayberry32

What is the rule of thumb on these tires? Is...

What is the rule of thumb on these tires? Is there a set number of seasons where they should be replaced regardless of mileage?

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

02-15-2017, 08:26 PM

Replies: 44

Type of jack for changing travel trailer tire

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Posted By Mayberry32

Thanks. I can pick up a decent bottle jack from...

Thanks. I can pick up a decent bottle jack from Harbor Freight tomorrow for around $30. A TPMS system is in the plans for the spring.

The OEM tires on my new trailer scare me to death. Made...

Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion

02-15-2017, 08:00 PM

Replies: 44

Type of jack for changing travel trailer tire

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Posted By Mayberry32

Type of jack for changing travel trailer tire

I hope to never need it, but I keep thinking about how to jack up the trailer if I ever have a flat. There are mechanisms to oull one tire over, leaving the otyer off the ground, but I don't know...

Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion

02-15-2017, 07:51 PM

Replies: 12

Need advise travel trailer tow hitch

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Posted By Mayberry32

Any high quality hitch setup with work fine. ...

Any high quality hitch setup with work fine. Just don't cheap out. If it isn't over $550, I wouldn't personally trust it. Anderson, High end Reese, Equal-i-zer and Blue Ox are all popular. I...