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Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-20-2024, 07:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 537
Posted By pddgm
i have the westinghouse 3600 i bought at Home...

i have the westinghouse 3600 i bought at Home Depot on sale. it uses a lot more propane than when I use gas. So I try to keep at least 10 gallon of gas on hand. We use it in the everglades. Weighs...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-20-2024, 07:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 297
Posted By pddgm
I have a set on my truck and believe they protect...

I have a set on my truck and believe they protect the fifth wheel front very well....
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-10-2024, 06:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 551
Posted By pddgm
I have one on the back of my Crossroads and...

I have one on the back of my Crossroads and haven't had any problems. I carry a 8 ft step ladder and large fold up chairs, etc. Mine folds up when I don't need it... I see them with generators and...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-05-2024, 03:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By pddgm
Been doing some research and since I don't want...

Been doing some research and since I don't want to install spikes or put that nasty gel that irritates their feet on my camper. I have decided to get some of the soft pipe wraps and cut them in...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-21-2024, 09:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By pddgm
Birds

When our fiver is home and the slides are in, we have a problem with sparrows or other small birds getting in under the slide toppers and making a mess... anyone have a suggestion? We have tried...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-12-2024, 07:07 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,833
Posted By pddgm
We have a 32 ft with 3 slides. We spend from...

We have a 32 ft with 3 slides. We spend from August to January in the Everglades working for Florida Fish and Wildlife. We full timed in it for 1.5 years. It works for us, we did replace the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-16-2023, 07:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 319
Posted By pddgm
[QUOTE=Cumminsfan;6678347]Pull a drawer or open a...

[QUOTE=Cumminsfan;6678347]Pull a drawer or open a cabinet and look inside. Do you see carpet..
All the cabinets have bottoms in them, the drawers in the kitchen are on a slide, so that don't matter....
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-15-2023, 07:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 319
Posted By pddgm
Replacing Carpet

Our fiver is pushing 16 yrs and it's time for a little upgrading. I would like to remove the carpet from the living room and install vinyl flooring. Not on the slides, but am wondering how hard it...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 12-02-2023, 05:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,275
Posted By pddgm
+ I don't carry the blocks, they are stored...

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I don't carry the blocks, they are stored where we work in the Florida Everglades. I usually use the screw in anchors(like on dog leash) and a spring that is just stong enough to keep tension...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-30-2023, 08:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,275
Posted By pddgm
All is good. Got the part I needed from CW, and...

All is good. Got the part I needed from CW, and at least I got the awning arms and roller back on the rig. I will wait until I get back home or near a repair shop to get the fabric put back on. As...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-24-2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,275
Posted By pddgm
Thanks for the input. I have been camping...

Thanks for the input. I have been camping parttime and fulltime since 2011 and have never had any awning damaged by the wind. I always anchor the ends usually with the screw in anchors and a spring...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-24-2023, 05:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,275
Posted By pddgm
The only thing damaged was the one connector that...

The only thing damaged was the one connector that goes at the bottom of the awning leg and attaches it to the camper. 32 dollars at camping world. I will have to have to awning fabric reinstalled,...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-24-2023, 10:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,275
Posted By pddgm
Thanks, I looked for a local rv junk yard but...

Thanks, I looked for a local rv junk yard but with all the high dollar homes being built and the money in the area, there are none..I might check with some of the rv dealers up by Ft Meyers when we...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-22-2023, 09:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,275
Posted By pddgm
Thanks, from where we are 45 miles east of...

Thanks, from where we are 45 miles east of Naples in the Everglades, Ft Meyers is 88 miles... I will contact Dyer's and see what they have, because I am betting camping world has the same Chinese...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-22-2023, 08:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,275
Posted By pddgm
Stupid Me...

I pulled a stupid trick and got the awning on my rig damaged. Last week, they forecast rain but said nothing about any high wind. All of a sudden around 5 pm or so it started blowing and gusting I...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-03-2023, 09:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,486
Posted By pddgm
This morning I replaced the wiper seals on the...

This morning I replaced the wiper seals on the bedroom slide. Come to find out mine were 2 piece seals. I went ahead and replaced them with the new one piece that I ordered from. Steele Rubber....
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-02-2023, 04:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 449
Posted By pddgm
Slide topper adjustment

Searched the forum and didn't get an answer, checked youtube and there really wasn't any answers there either.
How do you adjust the tension on a carefree slide topper? I have one that I...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-25-2023, 05:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,486
Posted By pddgm
As stated before, I went ahead and ordered enough...

As stated before, I went ahead and ordered enough seal to do the bedroom slide sides. I am impressed with Steele Rubber's customer service and speed in getting orders out. I received the order...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-24-2023, 10:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 289
Posted By pddgm
And just like that, he checked and found the info...

And just like that, he checked and found the info he needed on Amazon. All is good system up and working.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-23-2023, 02:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 289
Posted By pddgm
Lippert hydraulic slide

I have a fried who has an older rig, with the lippert hydraulic slides and he took off a couple of hoses without marking them as to what goes where. He can't figure out which port is pressure. One...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-21-2023, 04:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,486
Posted By pddgm
What did you use for the strips?

What did you use for the strips?
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-21-2023, 05:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,486
Posted By pddgm
Thanks, I contacted Steele Rubber again, and...

Thanks, I contacted Steele Rubber again, and decided I am going to change the seals to black. Just going to do the side seals as the bottom and top are in decent shape and can wait until we return...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-20-2023, 09:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,486
Posted By pddgm
Sure have. The other issue with mine, is the...

Sure have. The other issue with mine, is the seals are white.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-19-2023, 05:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,486
Posted By pddgm
Replacing slide wiper seals

I have decided it's time to replace the wiper seals on my slides. The one's on it are really in bad shape and getting worse. My problem is I can't find the exact replacement. I have tried all the...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-02-2023, 05:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 137
Posted By pddgm
Sealing AC

I have watched several videos on sealing the ducting area to keep the cold air going to the ducts, etc. I noticed mine today when I took the filter cover off was blowing a lot of cold air back to...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-29-2023, 08:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 204
Posted By pddgm
New Adventure

We have returned to Florida for our annual dodging hurricanes and working for the Florida Fish and Wildlife in the Everglades. I must say even with the over 100 degree temperatures of last week, the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-21-2023, 07:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,187
Posted By pddgm
I have had absolutely no problem with my...

I have had absolutely no problem with my Andersen, have unhitched on flat and unlevel ground. I am thinking maybe your release pin is not fully releasing. I usually put 12 in blocks under the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-26-2023, 03:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 344
Posted By pddgm
Slide Topper Fabric Replaced

I ordered two replacement topper fabrics from Sunpro Mfg and they arrived today. I had decided that I was going to do it myself, I watched several videos on youtube and felt totally comfortable...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-25-2023, 02:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,198
Posted By pddgm
I was going to order a set from Sierra for my...

I was going to order a set from Sierra for my Crossroads Cruiser, but the shipping was more than the skirts cost. Looking for a closer supplier to mid america...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-14-2023, 10:00 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 10,690
Posted By pddgm
Again, thanks for all the suggestions, etc. I...

Again, thanks for all the suggestions, etc. I tow with nothing in the tanks. The water tank is behind the axles at the very rear of the 5'er, the holding tanks are over the axles as best i can...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-11-2023, 11:50 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 10,690
Posted By pddgm
I appreciate all the comments and suggestions. ...

I appreciate all the comments and suggestions. I can't figure how to load it nose heave as suggested. My water tank is in the rear and there just so much stuff a person can jam into a storage area....
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-07-2023, 01:06 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 10,690
Posted By pddgm
i was thinking 5200's but what ever bilistein...

i was thinking 5200's but what ever bilistein shock I installed were for the exact truck I have. My truck came with an 1.5 inch lift, due to being 4x4
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-07-2023, 05:15 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 10,690
Posted By pddgm
The bucking a bouncing has never been this bad...

The bucking a bouncing has never been this bad before. We pack light, I keep the storage area in front almost empty and what is in there weighs very little. I don't know what the pin weight is but I...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-04-2023, 05:22 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 10,690
Posted By pddgm
Tired of bucking

Just spent 2 1/2 days driving from Florida to Missouri and am really tired of the bucking bronco our 5'er has tuned into. Every little bump, dip or bridge the darn thing about throws me thru the...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-23-2023, 04:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,209
Posted By pddgm
I replaced the kitchen faucet with one I bought...

I replaced the kitchen faucet with one I bought from Lowes. The connections on my pex tubes were exactly what was needed to connect the 1/2 in male pipe thread ends on the faucet tubes. Shut off...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-10-2023, 02:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 451
Posted By pddgm
I would find a spot in the front storage area to...

I would find a spot in the front storage area to access the frame, and either get some clips or figure a way to attach it to the frame using zip ties or clamps and screws.. Using the frame will keep...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-07-2023, 06:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 634
Posted By pddgm
I have been looking at the end caps on my awning...

I have been looking at the end caps on my awning tube. I can't understand why they don't just cut a slot in the cap aligned with the groves for the awning to slide into and as mine had install a...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-03-2023, 08:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 634
Posted By pddgm
i guess the lesson I learned yesterday, was: ...

i guess the lesson I learned yesterday, was: Never assume anything on a camper is standard. Tough tops assumed my awning was the standard 91 inch long and it wasn't. Measure everything and note...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-03-2023, 08:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 634
Posted By pddgm
Actually they let one of the springs off, so they...

Actually they let one of the springs off, so they could get the cap off to get the awning on the roller. There is no other way to do it on the one on my rig. All the videos i have watched on A&E...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-02-2023, 05:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 634
Posted By pddgm
Awning Install

After doing some research I ordered a replacement awning for my 5'er from tough tops and they made it and shipped it right out. It arrived yesterday and this morning the local mobile RV guys came...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-02-2023, 05:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 954
Posted By pddgm
Thanks for the info. My wiper part of the seal...

Thanks for the info. My wiper part of the seal is 2.5 inches long. Just one company makes a white one that long and they are way expensive. I thought about trying a shorter version, but am afraid...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-01-2023, 02:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 954
Posted By pddgm
I contacted Crossroads and all they can do is...

I contacted Crossroads and all they can do is refer an owner to a dealer. Well like everything else, Stealer price is usually way higher than anywhere else. Mine being an 08, most dealers I have...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-01-2023, 06:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 912
Posted By pddgm
Upgrades steamrolling

Well, we have started upgrading some items on our rig. The main awning replacement fabric is arriving today and will installed hopefully next week. Will be ordering replacement slide toppers next...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-31-2023, 05:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 363
Posted By pddgm
Update I pulled the upper cover off to see if...

Update I pulled the upper cover off to see if the fans were actually running and they were and the air flow across the fins and out was good. Put the cover back on and could actually feel the air...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-30-2023, 01:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 363
Posted By pddgm
Thanks to all...Old Biscuit, I did get lucky. I...

Thanks to all...Old Biscuit, I did get lucky. I pulled the top vent cover off and there is a wooden baffle across the lower 1/3 or so of the opening. I used my phone to see down behind it. The...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-29-2023, 06:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 363
Posted By pddgm
Fridge fan(s) Upgrade

Decided this is the week I will install the new fans in the upper vent for the refrigerator. My question is, is it possible to just tap into the wires on the existing one(really noisy) and use the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-21-2023, 06:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,337
Posted By pddgm
I have the Anderson Ultimate and absolutely love...

I have the Anderson Ultimate and absolutely love it. easy in and out, drop the gooseneck ball back down and the bed of the truck is clear. If I get a bigger fifth wheel this summer, am seriously...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-19-2023, 04:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 507
Posted By pddgm
Thanks for all the advise and help. I installed...

Thanks for all the advise and help. I installed the new thermistor and after 48 hrs, the fridge is working great...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 01-16-2023, 05:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 507
Posted By pddgm
After cleaning the thermistor and fins, it seemed...

After cleaning the thermistor and fins, it seemed to be working. So set the control panel to #2(where we normally have it) and in a couple of days it started freezing milk again. So ordered new...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 01-12-2023, 11:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 954
Posted By pddgm
I finally got around to measuring my seals. They...

I finally got around to measuring my seals. They measure 3 1/2 in wide and they are a P style. My problem is they are white and I can't find any that are that size and white.. Hate to put black one...
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