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Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 05-02-2015, 08:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,663
Posted By Bill Davey
KZ was a family owned RV company, but they were...

KZ was a family owned RV company, but they were recently purchased by Thor. I don't know if that's good or bad. My Kz Stoneridge toy hauler was well made and trouble free. The factory tour is what...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-02-2015, 07:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,670
Posted By Bill Davey
I used air bags with on board compressor...

I used air bags with on board compressor controlled manually. Like DT above, my truck was just above the helper springs with the trailer hooked up. Going over even small bumps would squat the truck...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-02-2015, 07:40 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,681
Posted By Bill Davey
Skyline - I'm late to this discussion, but I...

Skyline - I'm late to this discussion, but I think your rear axle weight measurement is wrong. In your first post your truck weighs 7040 lbs. If your rear axle only has 2440 lbs on it, your front...
Forum: Canada Region 09-09-2014, 06:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,417
Posted By Bill Davey
We're not from Canada, but we're only 50 miles...

We're not from Canada, but we're only 50 miles south so here's my opinion. If you're going south, go all the way south! Stayed north of Daytona Beach one winter and froze (had to roll up the water...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-27-2014, 07:44 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,842
Posted By Bill Davey
New York goes by weight RATINGS, not actual...

New York goes by weight RATINGS, not actual weight. So your F350 probably has a GVW of 11,000 pounds and the trailer maybe 19,000? So your total weight rating is well above 26,000. In NY you need...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-22-2014, 06:18 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,876
Posted By Bill Davey
Now that this thread had completely derailed into...

Now that this thread had completely derailed into a "which brand is best pi$$ing contest" I'd like to offer some on-topic advice to the OP. Any of the big 3 make good trucks that are more than...
Forum: Ford Motorhome Chassis Forum 01-29-2014, 05:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,919
Posted By Bill Davey
Not a Ford, but I had a similar problem with a 97...

Not a Ford, but I had a similar problem with a 97 Dodge when it was only about a year old. Ran rough, pinged like crazy and consumed a lot of oil. The dealer found a leaky intake manifold. Don't...
Forum: Vintage RV's 01-24-2014, 03:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,261
Posted By Bill Davey
I'm guessing that since you're in Canada, the...

I'm guessing that since you're in Canada, the Glenette was an early product of Glendale in Stathoy, Ontario. Unfortunately Glendale went out of business in 2009. I know this doesn't help, but maybe...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-31-2013, 05:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,372
Posted By Bill Davey
One other consideration. Do you need some kind...

One other consideration. Do you need some kind of truck anyway to haul stuff home from Home Depot; pull a boat; plow snow; etc? In my case, I'll always have some kind of pick-up truck for those...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-26-2013, 04:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,353
Posted By Bill Davey
I don't have facts to support this, but I've read...

I don't have facts to support this, but I've read that wireless cameras are not very reliable while traveling down the road. I wanted a camera to monitor while traveling and while backing the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-26-2013, 03:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,710
Posted By Bill Davey
We spend 5 months in our park and chose this park...

We spend 5 months in our park and chose this park specifically because it has so many activities. DW volunteers at the library, I play billiards on Mondays and Thursdays, we either use the gym or...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-20-2013, 05:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,339
Posted By Bill Davey
One suggestion - in the Class A discussion you...

One suggestion - in the Class A discussion you state that anybody can drive these with a "normal" driver's license as long as they don't drive it commercially. More and more states are requiring a...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 12-13-2013, 07:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,259
Posted By Bill Davey
My previous TV was an F350 SRW with the highest...

My previous TV was an F350 SRW with the highest GVW available for 2005. It did and adequate job towing a 40 foot Titanium 5th wheel that was actually fairly light for a 40 footer (14,500 pounds with...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 12-07-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,680
Posted By Bill Davey
If the blazer is 4 wheel drive, you'll do serious...

If the blazer is 4 wheel drive, you'll do serious transmission/transfer case damage towing with the front wheels on the ground. Why not just disconnect the drive shaft and tie it up to the frame? ...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-30-2013, 05:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,249
Posted By Bill Davey
Do the dimensions you gave allow the the rear of...

Do the dimensions you gave allow the the rear of the truck squatting as the pin weight drops onto the hitch? If not, the Pullrite may be nearly perfect assuming the truck drops 3-4 inches.

I...
Forum: Full-Timers 11-23-2013, 03:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,395
Posted By Bill Davey
Have you thought about WHERE you'll park the 5th...

Have you thought about WHERE you'll park the 5th wheel? Most parks in cold climate areas are closed in winter. Their water and sewer systems are not designed to function when temps are below...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-23-2013, 02:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,785
Posted By Bill Davey
Carefree Electric Awning Failure

I have a 14 month old 5th wheel trailer with a Carefree Travel'r power awning installed. Below is my correspondence with Carefree and their response. Judge for yourself.

CUSTOMER INQUIRY:

52...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-16-2013, 02:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,665
Posted By Bill Davey
dbear We chose a KZ Soneridge Sportster 41...

dbear
We chose a KZ Soneridge Sportster 41 CKS because we liked the following layout features: TV is across from the main seating area so you don't have to sit with your head cranked around at a...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-15-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,876
Posted By Bill Davey
IMO if the trailer weight is being supported on...

IMO if the trailer weight is being supported on rubber tires, you will always have some motion. My solution (for a 5 month stay in FL) is six large wooden blocks (about 12" square and 18" long). ...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-15-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,206
Posted By Bill Davey
I installed a 2 camera system from Rear View...

I installed a 2 camera system from Rear View Safety. They have many configurations of hardwired systems and come complete with good instructions and all needed plugs and connectors. Price was...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-15-2013, 04:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,665
Posted By Bill Davey
We chose to carry a 4 cu. ft. "dorm" style...

We chose to carry a 4 cu. ft. "dorm" style refrigerator instead of ordering the 12 cu ft and sacrificing the pantry. We keep all beverages in the small one and use the freezer section too. Of...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 10-28-2013, 08:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,437
Posted By Bill Davey
I've had a KZ Stoneridge Sportster toy hauler for...

I've had a KZ Stoneridge Sportster toy hauler for just over a year now. It has been absolutely trouble free. I think the quality is very good for the price point and really like the floor plan. My...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 10-22-2013, 05:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,642
Posted By Bill Davey
Check out marine stores. I have a small heater...

Check out marine stores. I have a small heater (90 watt) with a fan that is UL rated for continuous use and is also explosion proof. On boats they are placed in the bilge near the engine when there...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-16-2013, 04:11 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,030
Posted By Bill Davey
Recently installed Ride-Rite Firestone air bags...

Recently installed Ride-Rite Firestone air bags on my 2012 Ram 3500 DRW Max Tow. Previously had installed a Mor-ryde pin box which eliminated about 75% of my chucking. The air bags have leveled the...
Forum: Truck Camper Discussion 10-14-2013, 05:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,327
Posted By Bill Davey
Hard to believe, but not all 3500 Duallys come...

Hard to believe, but not all 3500 Duallys come with the heavy duty tow package (usually includes brake controller, better radiator, sometimes engine oil and extra transmission coolers). Also look...
Forum: Thor Industries Owner's Forum 10-08-2013, 06:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,445
Posted By Bill Davey
the table is showing the weight EACH tire can...

the table is showing the weight EACH tire can carry at the various pressures. When tires are used as duals the capacity is usually reduced since the tires run very close together and don't cool as...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-01-2013, 06:40 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 35,387
Posted By Bill Davey
bent them both at once

Had already made the deals to buy a new truck and a new 5th wheel trailer. Decided to take one last trip with the soon to be traded rig. After unloading the motorcycle, decided to "fine tune" the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-01-2013, 05:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 856
Posted By Bill Davey
Why not start with a good sized cargo trailer. ...

Why not start with a good sized cargo trailer. New suspension, tires and frame; an empty shell you can customize to your liking.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-01-2013, 02:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,952
Posted By Bill Davey
I have the Winegard Mini-max dome antenna and...

I have the Winegard Mini-max dome antenna and Direct TV. Because Direct only uses one satellite for 90% of the USA, we can watch any channel on either of the 2 TV's served. HOWEVER, this antenna...
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 10-01-2013, 02:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,119
Posted By Bill Davey
I've had good luck with the Doran system since...

I've had good luck with the Doran system since 2007 on 2 different 5th wheels. Last year I replaced all the sensors when I had to order at least 4 new ones anyway (went from SRW truck and 2 axle...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-25-2013, 08:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,152
Posted By Bill Davey
Ernie, I'll try to help a little with all the...

Ernie, I'll try to help a little with all the numbers. It's easier to consider the truck and trailer separately for now. You have a lot of information, but you need one more number. You need the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-23-2013, 04:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,614
Posted By Bill Davey
I agree that you need a one-ton dually to safely...

I agree that you need a one-ton dually to safely and comfortably tow this trailer. IMO, you should buy the best hitch you can afford and get one that matches the towing capacity of the truck. It's...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-22-2013, 05:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,057
Posted By Bill Davey
When you plug your trailer cord into the...

When you plug your trailer cord into the "Bargman", power is supplied from the house battery through terminal #4. Then through the fuse to the rest of the circuit. Attached picture shows the...
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-21-2013, 06:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,057
Posted By Bill Davey
If you don't want elegant/permanent, you can just...

If you don't want elegant/permanent, you can just insert a 2 prong flasher between the same terminals (3 & 4) on the end of your trailer plug. I chose to get fancy just for the fun of it.
Forum: Travel Trailer Discussion 09-21-2013, 06:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,057
Posted By Bill Davey
Another option is to install a switch & flasher...

Another option is to install a switch & flasher system that I found on another forum. In one position, the lights are on constantly. The other position inserts a flasher in the circuit. The flasher...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-21-2013, 05:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,172
Posted By Bill Davey
Captaincckhuck, Do you already have the 5th...

Captaincckhuck, Do you already have the 5th wheel? I may be in the minority, but to me it makes sense to get the trailer you want, then buy a truck that will tow it safely and comfortably. I bought...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-16-2013, 05:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,972
Posted By Bill Davey
Previous TV was a 2005 F350 SRW diesel that did...

Previous TV was a 2005 F350 SRW diesel that did an adequate job towing previous TH (40' Titanium that weighed 14,600 loaded with the Harley). Pin weight was only 2200# so the SRW could cope with it....
Forum: Gear and Product Discussions 09-15-2013, 06:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,232
Posted By Bill Davey
Installed the update yesterday. Now the POI...

Installed the update yesterday. Now the POI search won't find Wineries! DW does not see this as an improvement!
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 09-13-2013, 04:41 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,397
Posted By Bill Davey
Coma, I used to have the Big Boy ramps and...

Coma,
I used to have the Big Boy ramps and loaded my Harley Heritage into and out of my previous Toy Hauler (same height as a pick up). As others have said, you will need boards at the bottom...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-08-2013, 06:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 938
Posted By Bill Davey
I'm guessing that you may have a bad vacuum...

I'm guessing that you may have a bad vacuum breaker (gray tank vent) located under the bathroom sink. When you bend over to smell the water, you get the odor from the holding tank. I replaced my $5...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-07-2013, 10:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,320
Posted By Bill Davey
I have a 2012 Ram 3500 DRW and was considering...

I have a 2012 Ram 3500 DRW and was considering air bags to raise the back of the truck when towing. However, I just measured 4 inches actual drop with 2,600 pounds pin weight. At that level, the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-06-2013, 02:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,551
Posted By Bill Davey
bgall2, I agree with road dog that a dealer...

bgall2, I agree with road dog that a dealer should be able to get any hitch you want. I also agree that it is better to have one place totally responsible for the hitch so you don't get into a...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-06-2013, 02:06 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,773
Posted By Bill Davey
A 4X4 Long box is the way to go. My previous TV...

A 4X4 Long box is the way to go. My previous TV was an F350 SRW 4X4 short box with a Pullrite Superglide slider hitch. Never had any troubles with the hitch, and really liked the fully automatic...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-05-2013, 05:32 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,551
Posted By Bill Davey
to the OP - From the wording of your original...

to the OP - From the wording of your original question I'm guessing you are new to RV's. Even if you're not new, please consider that you will need to build a relationship with a reputable RV...
Forum: Military / Veteran RVing 09-05-2013, 05:06 PM
Replies: 1,630
Views: 658,578
Posted By Bill Davey
NAVY - Nuclear Submarines for 7 years from 66-73.

NAVY - Nuclear Submarines for 7 years from 66-73.
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 09-04-2013, 06:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,292
Posted By Bill Davey
Lippert makes 2 completely electric leveling...

Lippert makes 2 completely electric leveling systems for 5th wheels. Ground Control has 4 jacks and is DIY or aftermarket installed. Their Level-Up system has 6 jacks and as far as I can tell it...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-03-2013, 04:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,698
Posted By Bill Davey
My opinion - worth every penny. 1) Front living...

My opinion - worth every penny. 1) Front living rooms may just be a fad. Good friend had a Redwood, traded it on a Voltage Th. His dealer now has 3 FL trailers that sold like hot cakes last year -...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 08-24-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 12,553
Posted By Bill Davey
I ordered my 2013 KZ Stoneridge Sportster (TH)...

I ordered my 2013 KZ Stoneridge Sportster (TH) with Goodyear tires (7 including the spare) because I didn't want the "China bombs". Guess what, the Goodyear Marathon tires I got are made in China! ...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 08-24-2013, 05:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,173
Posted By Bill Davey
We have a vented Splendide in our KZ Stoneridge...

We have a vented Splendide in our KZ Stoneridge Sportster (TH) that was installed by the dealer as part of the PDI. My suggestions are: 1. get the "close venting" kit from Splendide - it allows the...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 08-23-2013, 05:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,550
Posted By Bill Davey
I would drive an extra 100 miles to avoid...

I would drive an extra 100 miles to avoid Chicago. Tolls are expensive and toll booths seem to be every 5 miles. Some are very confusing - I ended up off the interstate because I got in the wrong...
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