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Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-25-2024, 07:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 443
Posted By DamonCamper
Congrats on the new addition! I too went from a...

Congrats on the new addition!
I too went from a Class A to 37' 5er. From what I have gained from this and other forums, if on pretty level site, if you use the wheel X clamps it pretty much locks...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-25-2024, 07:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 743
Posted By DamonCamper
I agree that I MIGHT be able to run them both on...

I agree that I MIGHT be able to run them both on a 30amp hookup, but, I like over kill. I want to be comfortable with the Predator 5000. I am attempting to get ready for our future endeavors when...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-25-2024, 06:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 726
Posted By DamonCamper
OMG!! i hate spell check!! It is HEAR not...

OMG!! i hate spell check!!

It is HEAR not here and twice in one sentence!!
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-25-2024, 06:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 444
Posted By DamonCamper
So can I inquire why you became skeptical? Was...

So can I inquire why you became skeptical? Was it listening to peope badmouthing it or for some other reason.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 03-20-2024, 10:08 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,913
Posted By DamonCamper
Yes, GasBuddy does show you prices but the EFS...

Yes, GasBuddy does show you prices but the EFS fuel card does also but its THEIR agreed price. I use one close to home and usually lately it has been 30-40 cents a gallon savings. GasBuddy does not...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-20-2024, 09:59 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,942
Posted By DamonCamper
Trip sounds awesome BUT.... It is a shame that...

Trip sounds awesome BUT....
It is a shame that you can not take more time to see some of this beautiful country. You will be passing thru some very beautiful sights. Just siting behind the wheel...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-15-2024, 09:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 232
Posted By DamonCamper
FINAL SOLUTION!! Tried the above with a...

FINAL SOLUTION!!

Tried the above with a fuse. 5er lights worked fine. Thanks for the suggestion and reactivating my gone to sleep brain cells.

It turned out to be a fuze.
It really thru me...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-15-2024, 09:06 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,303
Posted By DamonCamper
Love the terminology: "drops right in the bed". ...

Love the terminology: "drops right in the bed".
But you didn't mention with the help of .........
Crane, A frame winch, another strong body, disassemble?

Don't have to worry about that with the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-15-2024, 09:04 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,303
Posted By DamonCamper
X2 I have heard of failures of the Anderson...

X2

I have heard of failures of the Anderson hitch but the ones I have read where involved in an accident. The AUH is very solid and VERY easy to install/remove if needed.
The other big plus is...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-15-2024, 08:38 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,926
Posted By DamonCamper
I had a GMC 1/2 ton years ago. Loved the truck...

I had a GMC 1/2 ton years ago. Loved the truck bt it had supposedly a 10,000 tow capacity.
I pulled a 14' trailer with a 90 lb MC with MC trailer from Dallas to Denver in 2018. It did ok but on...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-15-2024, 08:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 743
Posted By DamonCamper
Thanks, that is what I fully intend to do. Both...

Thanks, that is what I fully intend to do. Both units are 15,000BTU and I am not are of the manufacture. I will find to for sure before I order.
They are on my Jayco Eagle 319MLOK. They are part...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-14-2024, 06:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 743
Posted By DamonCamper
SoftStart for RV's

There seems to be a plethora of SoftStart's on the marker ranging from $100 to $300.

Is there really any difference in them? I am wanting to install them on both my 1500BTU A/C units but don't...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-14-2024, 06:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 726
Posted By DamonCamper
I just bought a Predator 5000Watt Inverter Duel...

I just bought a Predator 5000Watt Inverter Duel Fuel Generator from Harbour Freight for less than $1K. They were on sale. I am mounting in in the pass thru on the 5er in a 500lb 100% full pull out...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-11-2024, 07:12 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,926
Posted By DamonCamper
Your TOW vehicle depends on what 5er you get. A...

Your TOW vehicle depends on what 5er you get. A heaver 5er will by all means require a 1 ton.
We have a Jayco Eagle 319MLOK, Max Weight, 12995lbs.
I bought a 2022 F250 SRW with the Heavy Duty...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-08-2024, 06:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 232
Posted By DamonCamper
THANKS!! I did not know that the emergency...

THANKS!! I did not know that the emergency flashers would indicate the brake lights are working. I will give it a try!
I have heard about the jumping from 10 to 12 but in my senior citizen...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-08-2024, 06:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 232
Posted By DamonCamper
Jayco Eagle 319 running lights

I went over today and de-winterized our 5er. Pretty simple process.
While moving the 5er to flush out the RV anti-freeze, I noticed that the running lights were not operating.
The blinker lights...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-05-2024, 09:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,079
Posted By DamonCamper
From what you have stated, you install/remove...

From what you have stated, you install/remove your hitch often.

The Anderson hitch is only 35lbs, aircraft aluminum and very easy installed or removed in < 5min. Rated at 24,000lbs, vertical lift...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-27-2024, 08:41 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,939
Posted By DamonCamper
Just curious, if you have Verizon phones, wy do...

Just curious, if you have Verizon phones, wy do you need a MIFI hotspot.
Is it that much stronger than your pone in getting the signal?

I've thought about a cell booster but don't travel too much...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-20-2024, 05:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,502
Posted By DamonCamper
Also have the ReTrac Pro. Love that I an walk on...

Also have the ReTrac Pro. Love that I an walk on it and rolls up and takes up less than a foot in the bed. We use an Anderson hitch and our 2023 Jayco Eagle sits level with the truck and have just...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-20-2024, 05:06 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,976
Posted By DamonCamper
Marine356, Sorry if I implied that you were...

Marine356,
Sorry if I implied that you were trying to promote going green. IT is a great idea, IF IT FITS YOU. I just read a report that there were 94,000 yes thousand, EV sitting as they could...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-19-2024, 07:47 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,976
Posted By DamonCamper
Not going to or try to refute your comments. ...

Not going to or try to refute your comments. That is what makes the world go around but it is very simple. $2400 for batteries, plus a few hundred for used solar panels and you didn't mention the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-19-2024, 01:46 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,855
Posted By DamonCamper
There is another solution that I intend to...

There is another solution that I intend to emulate and that is to put it in the cargo pass thru.

It placed in a HD slide out tray and placed on a home built platform the the slide out tray is...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-19-2024, 01:41 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,855
Posted By DamonCamper
Today it was only a 10% unless you joined. I...

Today it was only a 10% unless you joined. I joined for $30. Saved an extra 5% so came out ahead a little.
Bought the Predator 5000DF gen set.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-19-2024, 01:34 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,855
Posted By DamonCamper
Looked at them and seem like a great generator...

Looked at them and seem like a great generator but I think that you are paying for the name Onan.

Did not blow air up my pants leg so went with a Predator 5000. If I remember right in my research,...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-19-2024, 01:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,976
Posted By DamonCamper
I will be the first to say that I know next to...

I will be the first to say that I know next to nothing about solar but 800W solar and 800ah LFP, while not cheap will probably work in a cool climate but if its HOT, I doubt that your set up would...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-19-2024, 01:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,976
Posted By DamonCamper
I am not sure about your comment about 3k...

I am not sure about your comment about 3k generator being over kill. If just using to charge batteries then you are right but that is not what I am looking for as stated in the OP.
I have 400W of...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-19-2024, 01:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 503
Posted By DamonCamper
Thanks to all for the comments! Llithium...

Thanks to all for the comments!

Llithium batteries may come down or maybe not. All depend if this present POS President allowed the mining. From what I understand, lithium mainly comes from...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-18-2024, 08:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 503
Posted By DamonCamper
Renogy Battery Good Battery???

Presently have two 81AH batteries in my 5er.
When purchased I specifically ask for 100 AH batteries. I was told during the PDI that those batteries would not fit.

I measured the battery...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-17-2024, 01:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,233
Posted By DamonCamper
Who Cares? I am delighted beyond the moon that...

Who Cares? I am delighted beyond the moon that you have a perfect system.
Problem is all level systems are not alike, but of course you know that right?

The class a we had would level a little,...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-17-2024, 01:28 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,732
Posted By DamonCamper
Can you explain what is the meaing of ..."wheels...

Can you explain what is the meaing of ..."wheels are too smam....."?
Ours are 20" x 3". I think the only larger ones are 26". It really all depends on the frame that they are mounted on right?
...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-14-2024, 04:01 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,855
Posted By DamonCamper
Just looked today. 3500W, 30A Gen, Preditor...

Just looked today.

3500W, 30A Gen, Preditor with electric start was $799. Great reviews!
Crap, at that price and as much as an RV uses them you can buy 3 for the price of one Honda!

Boy did I...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-14-2024, 03:43 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,976
Posted By DamonCamper
Thanks to all that responded. I appreciate the...

Thanks to all that responded. I appreciate the thoughts.

I was remiss in the fact that I took the dealer at their word that 100ah batteries would not fit in the battery storage area upon...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-13-2024, 04:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,696
Posted By DamonCamper
Parbury4, I never touch the battery switch...

Parbury4,

I never touch the battery switch as I always have 110V hooked to the 5er.
IF you were to leave it with out any power connected for any length of time, your batteries might drain. All...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-13-2024, 09:02 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,976
Posted By DamonCamper
How much Solar

Just purchased a Jayco Eagle319MLOK.
Has factory installed solar panels. 2 x 200W panels with a 300 Amp controller and 1800 watt inverter.

To run a residential fridge, TV lights and furnace how...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-13-2024, 08:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,233
Posted By DamonCamper
Personal opinion here but auto-level sucks!! It...

Personal opinion here but auto-level sucks!! It takes too long and raises the unit too much. I would retract the slides before leveling. There could be a strain placed on you slides in not.
...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-13-2024, 08:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 713
Posted By DamonCamper
Mud Flaps on truck with 5th Wheel

New to the 5th Wheel world and curious.

I have a F250 diesel pulling a Jayco Eagle319MLOK and wondering if it is a problem getting "stuff" thrown back from the truck onto the front edge of the...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 02-12-2024, 02:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 626
Posted By DamonCamper
I have a Jayco Eagle319MLOK 2023 w/residential...

I have a Jayco Eagle319MLOK 2023 w/residential fridge.

I hope this doesn't turn into a circus but can anyone say with definitive know how what is the best solar panel for the top of a 5er?

I...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 02-11-2024, 03:54 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,239
Posted By DamonCamper
Thanks for your service! A lot of...

Thanks for your service!

A lot of discussions about different TT. Just wondering with all the recommendations, have you thought at all about a 5th wheel? You have the truck and I think, for my...
Forum: Alaska, Canada, Mexico and Beyond 02-05-2024, 08:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,434
Posted By DamonCamper
I did the trip in 2018 on a Harley. Great trip. ...

I did the trip in 2018 on a Harley. Great trip. Roads not bad but the repairs for the frost heaves are just a leveling of the road, then level some gravel on it and done! They do post signs...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-03-2024, 07:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 367
Posted By DamonCamper
That might be your first...

That might be your first mistake..........California!
If it's on a private RV lot and you do not intend on moving it, who knows that it is even there?

Wouldn't tell them a thing!

:thumb: ...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 02-03-2024, 06:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 487
Posted By DamonCamper
Now you have aroused my quizzical mind. If you...

Now you have aroused my quizzical mind.
If you have a drain plug on your fuel tank, what is the purpose of removing the hose?
Seems like work that is counter productive and defeats the original...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-21-2024, 12:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 661
Posted By DamonCamper
Take a look at Haloview cameras. About half the...

Take a look at Haloview cameras. About half the cost of Furrion and 4K/1080 picture.
It is not solar powered but not real are why you would need solar but that's just me.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-21-2024, 12:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,364
Posted By DamonCamper
I have an Anderson Hitch and have no problem what...

I have an Anderson Hitch and have no problem what so ever!
The 5er has an app on the phone so that once chocked, release the jaws with the turn of a handle, step back and via app, raise the legs...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-25-2023, 10:46 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,324
Posted By DamonCamper
WOW! That is a lot of poo!! 90 gals in 4 days? ...

WOW! That is a lot of poo!! 90 gals in 4 days?
I have read on here somewhere that a full timer for years has taken the time to figure how much "black" tank us they used and cam up with about 2 1/2...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-23-2023, 03:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,561
Posted By DamonCamper
Opinions are like A holes, everyone has them!! ...

Opinions are like A holes, everyone has them!! LOL

We just bought a 2023 Jayco Eagle 319MLOK. Have had no problems at all.
I honestly think that a lot has to do with the dealer.

When...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-09-2023, 07:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 691
Posted By DamonCamper
Can't answer your question but from my...

Can't answer your question but from my experience, safe your money.
We tried numerous times to auto level and it would keep raising side after side until it was level BUT the tires were off the...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 12-09-2023, 07:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,725
Posted By DamonCamper
Just purchased a 2022 F250 6.7 Turbo Diesel. ...

Just purchased a 2022 F250 6.7 Turbo Diesel.
After doing a lot of research, some state charge higher renewal fee and taxes on a F350.
The one I purchased is a F350 in disguise.
6.7L Diesel
355...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-17-2023, 04:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,324
Posted By DamonCamper
Even though they Jayco's are not mentioned in...

Even though they Jayco's are not mentioned in this entire string, we just purchased a 2023 Jayco Eagle 319MLOK.

BTW, ours has 87 gal grey and 50 gal black with 81 gal fresh.

Might not be the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-17-2023, 04:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,324
Posted By DamonCamper
45 GALLONS IN 4 DAYS???? Someone or...

45 GALLONS IN 4 DAYS????

Someone or someone's much be really full of it!!!

Another string from a long time full timer says they average about 2 1/2 gal
per person per day. Even that seems...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-11-2023, 07:40 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,149
Posted By DamonCamper
Not sure if there is a price difference between...

Not sure if there is a price difference between the F250 suped up vs the F350 or not but...
I bought a 2022 F250 SD Lariat. After some investigation found that it was the same as the F350.

It...
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