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Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-10-2021, 08:42 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,681
Posted By Lt58DMTP
Reese 20k Goosebox in my F350DRW pulling a 42'...

Reese 20k Goosebox in my F350DRW pulling a 42' 5'er, you couldn't pay me to switch my set up. I need my truck bed so the Goose connection is perfect. The Reese set up adds an airbag & shocks that...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-24-2021, 06:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,300
Posted By Lt58DMTP
We're 42'6" & yes, there are times/places that...

We're 42'6" & yes, there are times/places that we're unable to get into due to size. However, we knew that when purchasing but needed to purchase a rig based on requirement, not limiting campgrounds....
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-18-2021, 07:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,332
Posted By Lt58DMTP
5'er to Goose

Sir, I removed the 5th wheel pin box off my 42' Sand Piper & installed a Reese 20k Goose Box and it is AWESOME. It has an integrated airbag and takes so much of the "jar" out of the ride. I can't...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-11-2020, 06:57 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 31,757
Posted By Lt58DMTP
Well if it's what you need, then it's not too...

Well if it's what you need, then it's not too big.

Finding a campground to accommodate you is like finding diesel fuel, it's nowhere until you own a diesel then it becomes 2nd nature to find it.
...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-24-2020, 06:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,307
Posted By Lt58DMTP
Well, the insurance company actually had them use...

Well, the insurance company actually had them use all new 1/8" luan to ensure adhesion.

I go back in 12OCT I guess we'll see. My expectations are pretty low. I suspect I'll end up applying some...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-24-2020, 06:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,307
Posted By Lt58DMTP
EPDM sir.

EPDM sir.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-15-2020, 06:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,073
Posted By Lt58DMTP
Well sir, we have had pop-ups, bumper pulls & now...

Well sir, we have had pop-ups, bumper pulls & now a 5'er. Here's how WE got where we are.

We identified the requirements we had. (intentions of frequency of use, distances from home, duration to...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-15-2020, 06:32 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,322
Posted By Lt58DMTP
The dealer said human error most likely. I have...

The dealer said human error most likely. I have given up on them at this point.

. . . .ohhhh "the dealer".

I see others have commented, & are correct, but it's one of the few posts I can help...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-15-2020, 06:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,307
Posted By Lt58DMTP
New Roof Wrinkles

Hmmmmm. . . well, long story short, I got rear ended while I was sitting in a parking lot & ended up with the insurance company replacing my roof. At the time, I was thinking the roof is 4yrs old so...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 09-15-2020, 05:58 PM
Replies: 849
Views: 100,886
Posted By Lt58DMTP
Takin Care of Business

Anyone out there have any time in these?
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-29-2020, 04:36 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 19,220
Posted By Lt58DMTP
bdadles doesn't speak for me! I'm not living...

bdadles doesn't speak for me! I'm not living vicariously through this, I wouldn't touch something this involved with a 10' awning!!!! :rofl:

But I am enjoying watching someone else do it!
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-29-2020, 07:27 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 19,220
Posted By Lt58DMTP
Tools & talent sir. Looks like you have both....

Tools & talent sir. Looks like you have both. This would be an insurmountable endeavor for most. Heck, most of us are lucky to have a pot to park our rigs let alone work on them! Best wishes, looks...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-29-2020, 07:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,286
Posted By Lt58DMTP
Everyone has an opinion. . . here's mine, if...

Everyone has an opinion. . . here's mine, if you're not familiar with towing a heavy/big load, owning a big truck & you're on a self imposed timeline. . . . just hunker down & gut it out. That's a...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-29-2020, 06:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 554
Posted By Lt58DMTP
Well, I figured it out. After removing the...

Well, I figured it out.

After removing the fireplace (slide the front glass up, reveals the 4x scews) I removed that. Then you'll find the HDMI won't slide through the preexisting hole, so I...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-25-2020, 10:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 554
Posted By Lt58DMTP
HDMI Cable

Hey folks, I've got a 2018 Forest River Sandpiper. My HDMI cable behind the fireplace broke...... any idea how in the world to access it, replace it? Seems to be fastened behind the tv mounting...
Forum: iRV2 Owners Registry 06-16-2019, 09:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 655
Posted By Lt58DMTP
5'er :: 2018 383 RBOK

5'er :: 2018 383 RBOK (2019-06-17 03:16:36)
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-15-2019, 05:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,369
Posted By Lt58DMTP
It's different for everyone & everyone has...

It's different for everyone & everyone has different experience levels & comfort levels. We went from a 30' bumper pull to a 42' 5th. (we are planning to go "most timers" soon) & although it is...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-15-2019, 05:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,810
Posted By Lt58DMTP
We love our Reese 20k Goose Box. It keeps our bed...

We love our Reese 20k Goose Box. It keeps our bed cleared & we already had the goose from our farm trailer. If you go with an adapter make sure you verify the effect on your trailer warranty. The...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-12-2019, 08:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,152
Posted By Lt58DMTP
Goose Ball & Goosebox

Howdy everyone, we're new 5'ers & trying to settle into our rig.

Here's what we've got:
2012 F350 (lifted before I bought it) Crew Cab, long bed, 4x4.
2018 Forest River 383RBOK

I'm pulling it...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-12-2019, 08:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,508
Posted By Lt58DMTP
We LOVE our solid steps! Best thing, ever. ...

We LOVE our solid steps! Best thing, ever.

But someone else is correct, whatever is on the steps when you put them on the RV is in the RV. . . dirt, grass, gravel, rain etc.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-12-2019, 08:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,355
Posted By Lt58DMTP
Yep, been there done that with the leak. I spent...

Yep, been there done that with the leak. I spent more than a minute talking to my dealer & Reese. I would ask (& some will say it doesn't matter) what is the weight on your rig? I was right at the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-12-2019, 07:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,300
Posted By Lt58DMTP
CJUTA, if you are still wondering, maybe I can...

CJUTA, if you are still wondering, maybe I can help. (in a non technical manner) when I purchased my rig in Ohio it was supposed to have the Reese 20K installed, it was still the standard king pin &...
Forum: Forest River Owners Forum 06-06-2019, 07:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,124
Posted By Lt58DMTP
We have a FR Sandpiper 383RBOK, with an outdoor...

We have a FR Sandpiper 383RBOK, with an outdoor kitchen. I researched for almost a year & physically looked at every like type floorplan. The 383 won hands down. We are 100% happy with it almost a...
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