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Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-25-2023, 09:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 495
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Unhappy Winterizing again

Winterizing again. It’s been a couple months ago that we had to do the pink stuff. And here I am trying to get that darn pump to prime….Went through the steps as outlined in the Jayco manual with no...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-30-2015, 08:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 949
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
OK thanks for the feedback, guess I am used to...

OK thanks for the feedback, guess I am used to the State, County, and COE facilities.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-30-2015, 06:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 949
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Reservation requirements

OK I am new at "snowbirding". As we checked out a few CG's in our area of interest (Gulf coast to New Orleans) we thought we found a great CG. When we inquired further we got a rate sheet (always...
Forum: Winnebago Industries Owner's Forum 11-13-2015, 11:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 568
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Mine came with my unit. I usually use them for...

Mine came with my unit. I usually use them for trips longer than 50 miles. They are kind of a pain to put in on my unit because of the closer tolerance on the rear edge of the slide to the...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-06-2015, 12:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,427
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Try anchor chain - its coated already and...

Try anchor chain - its coated already and available at your local Meards/Home Depot/Lowes
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 06-24-2015, 01:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,260
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Don't have a TT so cant agree or disagree. But i...

Don't have a TT so cant agree or disagree. But i have always found hitching up is a practice of habit... i do my boat, flat tow, dolly tow, exactly the same every time... that way it is habit and i...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-18-2015, 09:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,497
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
wa8yxm - you pose some interesting ideas. So in...

wa8yxm - you pose some interesting ideas. So in the grand scheme of things is the drop (i have a 4 in raise on my hitch to toad) or raise more risky than having the tow bar "not level" between MH and...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-15-2015, 08:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,076
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
X3 on RVI2 ease of use and great support

X3 on RVI2 ease of use and great support
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 05-13-2015, 01:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,729
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
FWIW i am towing a 2014 GC Summit using a...

FWIW i am towing a 2014 GC Summit using a Sterling All-Terrain on a Roadmaster base plate with RVIbrake2
works for me
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-12-2015, 07:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,526
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
have to do the same on my Jeep GC with Air...

have to do the same on my Jeep GC with Air suspension - dropped an additional 1 1/2 inch
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-22-2015, 06:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,106
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Given your process (tightening every day) I can...

Given your process (tightening every day) I can understand how the strap would come under significant pressure. I might suggest a slight modification to your process. At the end or beginning of each...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-21-2015, 11:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,106
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Been a while since I used mine and not sure if...

Been a while since I used mine and not sure if the straps are still the same - on my 2012 to release the straps you first released the handle (pulling up on the lever in the handle and then insert a...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-03-2015, 06:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 939
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
My issue is resolved - fouond a route through...

My issue is resolved - fouond a route through existing grommet. Have pull strings in place ready for final tasks and test.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-02-2015, 02:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 863
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
BPoland - found a route. Not sure if yours will...

BPoland - found a route. Not sure if yours will be the same as mine but..... Pulling the carpet down in the drivers area revealed a large wire bundle going through the firewall almost directly behind...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-02-2015, 09:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 863
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
i am seeing the same on my Grand Cherokee. in...

i am seeing the same on my Grand Cherokee. in fact it appears that there is a "double" fire wall. I am going back under the dash one more time to see if i can locate any existing opportunities. I am...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-02-2015, 09:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 939
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
I have a similar situation with my 2014 Jeep...

I have a similar situation with my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I contacted Rvi and got a quick response but no answer. Jerad suggested either bring the vehickle to thenm or send pix. I am going back...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 04-01-2015, 12:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 863
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
That is wonderful. BTW did you install a...

That is wonderful. BTW did you install a breakaway on your Cherokee? I am having a difficult time finding a route for the cable through the firewall on my 2014 Grand Cherokee. Just looking for a hint...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-27-2015, 09:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,789
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Yep i understand that a towed is different than a...

Yep i understand that a towed is different than a trailer --- but this could give him a sanity check for the MH end at least. Assuming this all worked before switching out the connectors, i wouldn't...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 02-27-2015, 07:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,789
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
chiefdave, by chance do you have another...

chiefdave,
by chance do you have another trailer to hook on the MH? My experience is to break the system in half when troubleshooting. if the other trailer works of the MH the problem is on the...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 02-19-2015, 08:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,322
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Came stock on my Jayco Greyhawk. great to have

Came stock on my Jayco Greyhawk. great to have
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-17-2014, 02:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,692
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Well i am sure that there are less expensive ways...

Well i am sure that there are less expensive ways to accomplish 4 down, just as there are many choices in dollys. While installation may be a "piece of cake" to others, some of us are not so...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-17-2014, 11:50 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,692
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Mel S --- agree with you on the simplicity of...

Mel S --- agree with you on the simplicity of flat towing but not so sure about flat towing being less expensive. i am in the process of switching to flat from dolly. Dolly cost right at $1800...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-20-2014, 03:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,005
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Can't help with the Check Stable Trac light.......

Can't help with the Check Stable Trac light.... but have installed a diode kit in my Fusion to run the toad lights off the MH. Simple installation took 30 minutes or so. Hardest part was...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-06-2014, 12:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,776
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Welcome... if you are a gasser you should use...

Welcome...
if you are a gasser you should use either the car islands (up front) or typically there will be an RV island that dispenses both gas and diesel. My 31 footer with Toad makes it easily...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 07-11-2014, 07:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,342
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
haven't seen any issues on my Greyhawk 31SS

haven't seen any issues on my Greyhawk 31SS
Forum: Jayco Owner's Forum 06-25-2014, 06:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,358
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
took nearly 4 weeks for tires to show up at my...

took nearly 4 weeks for tires to show up at my Michelin dealer. He did the work. I called Michelin and the CSR indicated that there are other alternatives - other tires in the Michelin group - even...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 06-13-2014, 01:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,148
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
well i called Michelin because of the long lead...

well i called Michelin because of the long lead time - the CSR offered other replacment tires - and even offered to pay for substitute brands. Don't know if you could get the same offer or not. i...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-10-2014, 11:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
short trips (less than 70 miles) don't use them....

short trips (less than 70 miles) don't use them. Over 70 miles use them every time. 70 miles happens to be the distance to one of our favorite CG's.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 04-24-2014, 02:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,099
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
have HWH on mine and still drive up on blocks if...

have HWH on mine and still drive up on blocks if necessary - i dont lift tires off the ground. Have had HWH for three years no issues (now i have jinxed myself). Using a 2' level may give you more...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 04-18-2014, 12:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,384
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Odd kinda sounds like suspension... I am not a TT...

Odd kinda sounds like suspension... I am not a TT owner but this reminds me of the spring noise i had on an MG. a little tranny fluid sprayed on the leaf springs and the noise was gone. not sure if...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 04-16-2014, 09:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,065
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
x2 on the 163/63 route

x2 on the 163/63 route
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-31-2014, 11:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,318
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Think of it this way - while you may or amy bot...

Think of it this way - while you may or amy bot need brakes while going/towing forward.... what happens if for some unknown reason your TOAD becomnes disconnected from your MH while under way.... tow...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 01-07-2014, 02:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,006
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Wheelsturnin, A while back i towed a Ford...

Wheelsturnin,
A while back i towed a Ford Ranger backwards for a couple years behind a Class C on a Demco dolly. the Demco had "steerable" wheels and i locked the steering wheel on the Ranger -...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 12-09-2013, 01:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,710
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
theWonderers, I have a 2011 Jayco 31SS the only...

theWonderers,
I have a 2011 Jayco 31SS the only issue i have had in winterizing is a poor connection of the hose to the city water connection - causing loss of prime. Once i remedied that connection...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-30-2013, 12:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,375
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
wogden - did not see a model are you on the...

wogden - did not see a model are you on the Class A Ford Chassis or the Class C? there is about 50hp difference in the two (yep Class A higher)
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 09-30-2013, 12:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,375
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
On my 2011 i have not experienced that much...

On my 2011 i have not experienced that much downshifting. i usually run at 65 - getting 7+ mpg and 99 percent of the time am dragging either the boat or toad. I find that with Cruise on I seem to...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 09-30-2013, 10:51 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 11,523
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
just left a COE park - sign there said that if...

just left a COE park - sign there said that if they shut down all campers (including hosts) will be asked to leave.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-27-2013, 09:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,383
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
For my Greyhawk the book says level first then...

For my Greyhawk the book says level first then deploy slide -- reverse when leaving retract slide release levelers.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-11-2013, 08:47 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,275
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
glad to hear you had a good experience. i went...

glad to hear you had a good experience. i went the same route a couple years ago. HWH levelers still working as good as day one. i opted for the kick-down and am very pleased. the shorter stroke...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-05-2013, 07:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,504
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
My 31 footer has the 15K A/C unit and held...

My 31 footer has the 15K A/C unit and held tolerable inside temps through the drought in iowa last year. Not sure what that upgrade would cost, as mine came stock with the larger unit. Good Luck
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-03-2013, 09:09 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,635
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
SLOW 60 to 65

SLOW 60 to 65
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 09-03-2013, 08:19 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,635
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
My V10 is a couple years old now and mpg is still...

My V10 is a couple years old now and mpg is still improving (10K miles) 98% of the time I am either pulling the TOAD or the boat. last check was 8.2 and i am happy.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-27-2013, 07:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 902
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
yes brakes are recommended for all towing...

yes brakes are recommended for all towing situations - dolly or 4 down.
dollies come with either electric or surge brakes. 4 down has quite a few brands that work with the brakes in the toad.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 08-26-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 902
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Kar Kaddy is at or near the top of the list of...

Kar Kaddy is at or near the top of the list of "dollies". Personally i have a master tow. Dollies are good if you switch toad's. Towing four down may be quicker connecting or disconnecting. they both...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-21-2013, 01:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,383
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
One other option - some have used scissors jacks...

One other option - some have used scissors jacks to help stabilize --- leveling with those could be a little challenging due to the weight of the MH.
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-21-2013, 12:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,383
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
OK - from what i have seen on this forum - and my...

OK - from what i have seen on this forum - and my personal experience those systems will run about $3K or so
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-21-2013, 12:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,383
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Are you asking about other "manual" solutions or...

Are you asking about other "manual" solutions or other "systems"? Hydraulic or electric leveling systems (cost $$$$) are available and can be installed on most MH's. As for the manual solutions -...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-19-2013, 07:05 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,275
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Congrats on the decision - hope your experience...

Congrats on the decision - hope your experience is as good as mine has been so far. As for camping spots, can't help too much - if you make it to Des Moines IA there are several campground (all COE)...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-14-2013, 10:36 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,275
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Dfreiberger - i got the automatic system (has...

Dfreiberger - i got the automatic system (has capabilities for manual operation). the control box is located near the entry door and inside the frame rail on the passenger side. I assume that is...
Forum: Class C Motorhome Discussions 08-13-2013, 10:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,275
Posted By Gma-n-Gpa
Dfreiberger - since i live in Iowa i went...

Dfreiberger - since i live in Iowa i went straight to the factory for install. they decided on the location and type of leveler. BTW i have the kick down style as recommended by HWH. I gave them the...
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