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Posted By Whammon2

Now that’s funny! Quite an imagination lol

Now that’s funny! Quite an imagination lol

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

07-22-2021, 10:16 AM

Replies: 12

Views: 787

Posted By Whammon2

Thank you sir…I’ll check that out when the...

Thank you sir…I’ll check that out when the Phoenix heat cools down a bit. Way too hot for now. The trailer is parked until then.
In the meantime, what do you think of this video?...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

07-21-2021, 10:34 PM

Replies: 12

Views: 787

Posted By Whammon2

Thank you.. Two new 100 amp batteries wired in...

Thank you..
Two new 100 amp batteries wired in parallel
Both landings completely lubed
Don’t know how to check for binding
Slave landing completely rebuilt by tech and lubed. Master lubed also
...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

07-21-2021, 07:57 PM

Replies: 12

Views: 787

Posted By Whammon2

It only works off the house battery, but I...

It only works off the house battery, but I supplement it staying hooked up to the truck

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

07-21-2021, 05:58 PM

Replies: 12

Views: 787

Posted By Whammon2

Landing Gear Issue

Hi folks…have a 2018 26.5 ft Eagle HT FW. Recently I’ve noticed the landing gear laboring to raise a lower the unit while taking on and off my truck. The is no generator or added weight on the front...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

06-24-2021, 08:03 AM

Replies: 2

Fifth Wheel Landing Gear Issue

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Posted By Whammon2

Fifth Wheel Landing Gear Issue

Have a 26.5 ft 2018 Eagle HT FW. Used it very little but the landing has started making a little bit of noise. Works great but concerning. Do they need to be lubed? My service mechanic says probably...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

06-06-2021, 12:03 PM

Replies: 15

Suggestions for NOAA Weather Radio

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Posted By Whammon2

Definitely don’t mind entering the codes when we...

Definitely don’t mind entering the codes when we park. It’ll be much more accurate. Now the next issue is trying to find a good iOS app county locator that works off your gps location. I know there...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

06-05-2021, 10:58 PM

Replies: 15

Suggestions for NOAA Weather Radio

Views: 1,150

Posted By Whammon2

Are all counties in the US installed? If they’re...

Are all counties in the US installed? If they’re built in, how do you know it’s not broadcasting an alert from another county? I’m confused

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

06-04-2021, 06:03 PM

Replies: 15

Suggestions for NOAA Weather Radio

Views: 1,150

Posted By Whammon2

Suggestions for NOAA Weather Radio

Can’t think of a better place to post this question. Since everyone here obviously travels, I am looking for anyone’s best suggestion for a good, NOAA alert weather radio. We will be traveling...

04-29-2021, 05:41 PM

Replies: 4

Route from Phoenix to Mt Rushmore

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Posted By Whammon2

Route from Phoenix to Mt Rushmore

Hi folks...planning a first out of state trip from Phoenix to Mt Rushmore. Can anyone suggest an easy route while pulling a 33 ft fifth wheel? Hopefully avoiding low bridges etc...hard to tell how...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

03-23-2021, 08:43 AM

Replies: 6

Furrion Rear View Camera not Working

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Posted By Whammon2

FYI..got the answer I was looking for. Called...

FYI..got the answer I was looking for. Called Furrion..this is a known issue with 2021 GMC trucks. The new trucks are sending a modified 12v supply to the lights on the trailer. If the camera gets it...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

03-22-2021, 01:23 PM

Replies: 6

Furrion Rear View Camera not Working

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Posted By Whammon2

Yes there is power to both the camera and...

Yes there is power to both the camera and monitor. Both are set up same distance apart as was on the 2008 truck

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

03-21-2021, 08:43 PM

Replies: 6

Furrion Rear View Camera not Working

Views: 7,346

Posted By Whammon2

Furrion Rear View Camera not Working

Hi folks..I have a 26 ft 2018 Jayco Eagle HT FW mated to a 2008 GMC 2500 Duramax truck. My Furrion rear view camera works great on it. Factory power source are the trailer lights. I have since...

Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.

02-28-2021, 02:34 PM

Replies: 0

Hardwiring Furrion Vision 5 Backup Monitor

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Posted By Whammon2

Hardwiring Furrion Vision 5 Backup Monitor

Hi all...I have the Furrion Vision 5 backup system. All works fine but I’m trying to find a new power cord for the monitor in my truck so I can “hardwire” directly to the fuse box. The wire and plug...

Forum: Jayco Owner's Forum

01-20-2021, 08:48 PM

Replies: 1

New GMC Truck Dealer Supplied TPMS Help

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Posted By Whammon2

New GMC Truck Dealer Supplied TPMS Help

I have a 2018 Jayco Eagle HD fifth wheel trailer. Last week I purchased a new GMC 2021 2500 Duramax truck and upon delivery, the dealer supplied 4 new tire pressure monitor sensors to be installed in...

Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion

01-17-2021, 10:05 PM

Replies: 4

Which Anderson Ultimate Hitch

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Posted By Whammon2

Which Anderson Ultimate Hitch

I have a 2021 GMC2500HD truck. Wondering if anyone knows which Anderson hitch will work an Eagle 26ft Fifth wheel? I’ve heard the sides of the truck are too high for these hitches. Any help would be...

Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems

12-27-2020, 07:58 PM

Replies: 64

Speaking of tires - interesting article

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Posted By Whammon2

Why did you get that one as opposed to this one? ...

Why did you get that one as opposed to this one?
https://www.amazon.com/AstroAI-Inflator-Compressor-Accessories-Resolution/dp/B07D3PVBJ4

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

11-19-2020, 06:51 PM

Replies: 2

Bluetooth Coleman Mach Thermostat

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Posted By Whammon2

Yes, the wall unit

Yes, the wall unit

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

11-18-2020, 09:36 PM

Replies: 2

Bluetooth Coleman Mach Thermostat

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Posted By Whammon2

Bluetooth Coleman Mach Thermostat

Does anyone here have a Bluetooth Coleman Mach thermostat? Curious how you like it if you do. Any issues?

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

10-24-2020, 10:48 PM

Replies: 12

Outer Slideout Seal Partially Deploys

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Posted By Whammon2

Thanks...did you use screws to attach them? I’m...

Thanks...did you use screws to attach them? I’m having problems with my top seals though. Hard to get to...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

10-23-2020, 10:30 PM

Replies: 12

Outer Slideout Seal Partially Deploys

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Posted By Whammon2

Can you guys post pictures of the plastic strips...

Can you guys post pictures of the plastic strips or the aluminum your talking about?

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

10-21-2020, 10:38 PM

Replies: 12

Outer Slideout Seal Partially Deploys

Views: 789

Posted By Whammon2

Outer Slideout Seal Partially Deploys

Can anyone suggest a tool or some sort of a telescopic pole device to help deploy the outer seal on rv slideouts? Sometimes that seal stays partially folded under. These seals are new. Any ideas?

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

10-17-2020, 03:39 PM

Replies: 12

Views: 859

Posted By Whammon2

Thanks everyone for your feedback!

Thanks everyone for your feedback!

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

10-15-2020, 08:33 AM

Replies: 12

Views: 859

Posted By Whammon2

Chuck..thanks for your reply. Wanted to let you...

Chuck..thanks for your reply. Wanted to let you know that I threw those springs away and went to the hardware store and bought a roll of stainless baling wire and wired them in. Now they don’t move...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

10-15-2020, 08:27 AM

Replies: 12

Views: 859

Posted By Whammon2

No...no problems. Just hear rumors

No...no problems. Just hear rumors

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

10-14-2020, 06:30 PM

Replies: 12

Views: 859

Posted By Whammon2

Furnace Bug Screen

Does anybody have, or currently use these screens over their furnace exhaust ports? If so, over time, has anyone experienced air flow issues, possibly resulting in overheating? Your help would be...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

10-09-2020, 11:04 PM

Replies: 6

Water Transfer Pump

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Posted By Whammon2

Don’t they move the water much slower though?

Don’t they move the water much slower though?

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

10-09-2020, 10:00 PM

Replies: 6

Water Transfer Pump

Views: 546

Posted By Whammon2

Water Transfer Pump

While boondocking, I will be on occasion, transferring water from a portable 40 gallon water bladder located in the back of my truck, to my 5th wheel trailer as needed. Can anyone suggest a decent...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

10-04-2020, 08:12 PM

Replies: 3

Recliner Sliders

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Posted By Whammon2

Please include pictures if you can

Please include pictures if you can

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

10-04-2020, 07:57 PM

Replies: 3

Recliner Sliders

Views: 636

Posted By Whammon2

Recliner Sliders

Hi all...we purchased an Eagle HT fifth wheel equipped with two Thomas Paine recliners. These are nice chairs, but they require moving them into storing and traveling positions to accommodate a slide...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

09-24-2020, 10:32 PM

Replies: 7

Good Battery?

Views: 627

Posted By Whammon2

Thanks for everyone’s input...finally settled on...

Thanks for everyone’s input...finally settled on two of these. Felt they were the best bang for the buck, and will fit in the battery bay. Lots of good reviews too. They will be here next week....

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

09-22-2020, 12:57 PM

Replies: 7

Good Battery?

Views: 627

Posted By Whammon2

I like the GC2’s but I would only be able to fit...

I like the GC2’s but I would only be able to fit two. If one went out for any reason, I would be sol! Ha! Anyway, would you put a set of two of those AGM’s in your rig? Think they would last if taken...

Forum: Jayco Owner's Forum

09-22-2020, 07:53 AM

Replies: 3

Buying 2 New AGM Batteries

Views: 1,044

Posted By Whammon2

Buying 2 New AGM Batteries

Quick question..I am replacing my worn out, dealer supplied, flooded lead acid gp24 batteries, and replacing them with 2, gp 27 AGM batteries. Will the charger that’s built into my 2018 Jayco HT RLDS...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

09-21-2020, 11:07 PM

Replies: 7

Good Battery?

Views: 627

Posted By Whammon2

Good Battery?

How does everyone feel about this battery? There will be two of them going in a 26 ft 5th wheel. Two is all I can get in there along with this size only. About 25% boondocking, maybe a week at a...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

09-16-2020, 10:45 PM

Replies: 12

Views: 1,037

Posted By Whammon2

Ok..I’ll admit, I am looking at those Sams Club...

Ok..I’ll admit, I am looking at those Sams Club batteries also. Both types are AGM so that takes care of the maintenance issue but it’s hard to ignore twice aH power the 6v batteries provide. I...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

09-16-2020, 07:25 PM

Replies: 12

Views: 1,037

Posted By Whammon2

Hello...based on our current needs, I have pretty...

Hello...based on our current needs, I have pretty much settled on two of these AGM batteries but I’m a little skeptical of some of Amazon’s customer reviews. This brand of battery seems to show up...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

09-15-2020, 10:24 PM

Replies: 12

Views: 1,037

Posted By Whammon2

Winemaker2...my battery compartment is located in...

Winemaker2...my battery compartment is located in the front storage area where a generator is usually kept in my FW. Although there is no generator there, would you be concerned about the additional...

Forum: RV Systems & Appliances

09-15-2020, 07:12 PM

Replies: 12

Views: 1,037

Posted By Whammon2

AGM Battery Recommendations

Hi all...I am looking for a good, reasonably priced AGM RV battery recommendation that will fit inside of 13 inches space (length) for my Jayco Eagle fifth wheel. My preference is 100 AH plus. I will...

Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion

09-06-2020, 03:49 PM

Replies: 3

Front Cap Cover

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Posted By Whammon2

Front Cap Cover

I live in Phoenix and my fiver is stored with the front cap oriented to the west. Needless to say the cap paint and graphics are fading badly. Is anyone here aware of a product, other than the...

Please Share Fifth Wheel Itinerary San Diego to Portland

08-29-2020, 08:30 PM

Replies: 8

Views: 682

Posted By Whammon2

Two Gypsy’s...thanks for your response too. I get...

Two Gypsy’s...thanks for your response too. I get the impression when you travel, you don’t make reservations. If not, do you have any problems getting a place to park? Especially in California?

Please Share Fifth Wheel Itinerary San Diego to Portland

08-28-2020, 01:10 PM

Replies: 8

Views: 682

Posted By Whammon2

It does..thank you. I’m creating a list of places...

It does..thank you. I’m creating a list of places to go and see. Once I can get more good information (like yours) I’ll be able to get a route created in RV Trip Wizard...
More to come hopefully

Please Share Fifth Wheel Itinerary San Diego to Portland

08-28-2020, 12:20 AM

Replies: 8

Views: 682

Posted By Whammon2

Need to expand a little...can you share both your...

Need to expand a little...can you share both your route and itinerary...thanks