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Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-18-2017, 02:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,542
Posted By donnandon
I read this one every day [ moderator edit ]

I read this one every day
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Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-15-2017, 07:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,174
Posted By donnandon
There are only a few manufacturers of G-rated...

There are only a few manufacturers of G-rated tires for your 5er...Goodyear, Sailun, and maybe one or two other off brands. Next time I need tires for our 5er it will be Sailun. Cost less than...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-13-2017, 04:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,388
Posted By donnandon
Just don't do this in the 30 or so states where...

Just don't do this in the 30 or so states where it is illegal!
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 11-09-2017, 01:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,310
Posted By donnandon
Yep, one is just smarter than the other.

Yep, one is just smarter than the other.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-07-2017, 07:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,154
Posted By donnandon
If the liquid remedies don't work, you will have...

If the liquid remedies don't work, you will have to physically break up the mountain, which is turning into the dreaded volcano. The cheapest and easiest way is to buy a 6' piece of 1/2" PEX tubing,...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-05-2017, 10:36 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,988
Posted By donnandon
We have had the Sears version for a number of...

We have had the Sears version for a number of years now, and it works great to to off our 110psi tires.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-31-2017, 08:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,274
Posted By donnandon
That sounds right. City traffic always raises...

That sounds right. City traffic always raises the trans temp.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-31-2017, 05:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,274
Posted By donnandon
Yes we can just leave it in 6th...turns about...

Yes we can just leave it in 6th...turns about 1800 rpm there which is in the best part of the power band
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-31-2017, 05:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,274
Posted By donnandon
Sorry, we forgot to mention 4.10 gears

Sorry, we forgot to mention 4.10 gears
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-31-2017, 06:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,274
Posted By donnandon
The more current model year trucks with the...

The more current model year trucks with the computer controls for the transmission and engine do what you mention automatically. We have had 2 RAM duallies with the 6.7 diesel and Aisin trans,...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 10-30-2017, 03:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,441
Posted By donnandon
Not sure if any of the above comments are right,...

Not sure if any of the above comments are right, but a trailer with 2 8k axles may be rated up to 20k GVWR. The axles = 16k + pin weight which normally is 20-25% = 3-4k. We have an Augusta...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 10-30-2017, 02:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,136
Posted By donnandon
[moderator edit]but I have not heard of any...

[moderator edit]but I have not heard of any owners having to do anything special with their trailers to tow with any of the Big 3 trucks.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-27-2017, 01:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,059
Posted By donnandon
In SD jury duty is not normally a problem. If you...

In SD jury duty is not normally a problem. If you get a notice, you just reply that you are a full time RVer and are not in the area. Normally you are taken off the list.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-26-2017, 04:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,059
Posted By donnandon
Not sure why you have to go there..SD (or TX)?? ...

Not sure why you have to go there..SD (or TX)?? Are you talking about picking up mail? They will send your mail wherever you want. Being a truck driver you must return to a terminal once in a...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-15-2017, 03:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,765
Posted By donnandon
Slightly incorrect. The tires must be rated for...

Slightly incorrect. The tires must be rated for the GAWR - Hitch Weight for a trailer. That's why you see the bigger 5th wheels with 8k axles using Goodyear G- rated tires (3750# × 2 = 7500#).
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-15-2017, 11:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,765
Posted By donnandon
Most light truck tires are "E" rated. No...

Most light truck tires are "E" rated. No comparison loadwise to the "G" rated tires the OP needs.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-15-2017, 07:40 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,252
Posted By donnandon
X2 [emoji3]

X2 [emoji3]
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 10-14-2017, 07:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 818
Posted By donnandon
We always use the vets at PetSmart for our cats. ...

We always use the vets at PetSmart for our cats. Did a quick online check and there is a PetSmart with vet in Sugarland if that helps.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-13-2017, 07:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,765
Posted By donnandon
Sailun S637 has similar specs to your Westlake...

Sailun S637 has similar specs to your Westlake and cheaper than the Goodyear's. No direct experience with them but most online chatter is good.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-13-2017, 10:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,538
Posted By donnandon
You said you cut the A-frame tongue off and...

You said you cut the A-frame tongue off and welded it to the new frame. Is it in exactly the same center position? If it is slightly off to one side, or one leg shorter than the other, or even be...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-02-2017, 07:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,221
Posted By donnandon
I can't remember, it was 8 years ago or so. We...

I can't remember, it was 8 years ago or so. We did send paperwork like you mention, but how it started I don't know.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-02-2017, 07:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,221
Posted By donnandon
DNS is contract specific, you pay extra for it...

DNS is contract specific, you pay extra for it monthly. Not related to the receiver.
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-02-2017, 07:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,221
Posted By donnandon
DNS gets you the major networks, ABC, NBC, etc,...

DNS gets you the major networks, ABC, NBC, etc, but not from you hometown. East Coast is New York City, West is LA. We like it because we are full-timers and never have to worry about missing...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-29-2017, 06:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,632
Posted By donnandon
We have the OD50 and it is a PITA! Try not going...

We have the OD50 and it is a PITA! Try not going full hot at the beginning. We have learned that by going maybe a little more than 1/2 hot at the beginning, the temp swing isn't as bad, and by the...
Forum: Full-Timers 09-24-2017, 12:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,860
Posted By donnandon
You might want to try Dakota Post out of Sioux...

You might want to try Dakota Post out of Sioux Falls for comparison. We have used them for over 8 years now without a problem.
Forum: Full-Timers 09-24-2017, 07:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,860
Posted By donnandon
If you will be full-timing, why not become a...

If you will be full-timing, why not become a resident of SD now? You can still own your home in SC til it sells. Regarding NV, check on vehicle registration and renewal rates. They are high...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 09-23-2017, 07:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,143
Posted By donnandon
As a side note, if you are changing service...

As a side note, if you are changing service locations, and are interested in upgrading your service (ie. SD to HD or to Genie receiver), you may qualify for the "Movers" upgrade. When we first...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-19-2017, 11:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,167
Posted By donnandon
Weigh your truck and trailer on scales. You...

Weigh your truck and trailer on scales. You probably need to move some stuff around in the trailer to get more hitch weight. Sounds like you are light.
Forum: Hobbies, Passions & Pastimes 09-13-2017, 08:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,056
Posted By donnandon
If you winter at one of the bigger "sno-bird"...

If you winter at one of the bigger "sno-bird" parks, some have woodworking shops with full size tools. At one of the places, the woodworkers turn out beautiful furniture!
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-12-2017, 10:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,576
Posted By donnandon
We did not have full paint on our previous 5th...

We did not have full paint on our previous 5th wheel, and only partial on our current one. Gel coat is much easier to fix regarding scratches, etc, and alot cheaper. We have had our trailers...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-29-2017, 09:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,557
Posted By donnandon
X2 we use the same over tire step

X2 we use the same over tire step
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-22-2017, 09:29 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,095
Posted By donnandon
Oops!! Ok since it is a 5th wheel, I would cut...

Oops!! Ok since it is a 5th wheel, I would cut off the hangers, weld on a piece of rectagular tubing, then weld on the standard hangers. If you are going to do it, do it the best way. Longer...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-22-2017, 08:35 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,095
Posted By donnandon
Those blocks look a little sketchy. They put...

Those blocks look a little sketchy. They put more twist on the spring resulting in issues such as flipping your spring shackle as show in your photo. Get rid of the blocks and buy a quality drop...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 08-22-2017, 06:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,049
Posted By donnandon
The I-90 toll is around $11 to go from the NY-PA...

The I-90 toll is around $11 to go from the NY-PA border to the non-toll portion around Buffalo. Have done it many times and in fact we are currently in that area. Depending on where you are staying...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-22-2017, 06:23 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,677
Posted By donnandon
Check out the Ambition and Luxe models by RVF. ...

Check out the Ambition and Luxe models by RVF. We have full-timed in an Ambition 38 for almost 2 years now (full-timers for over 8 years). We bought ours at an RV show and what impressed us was...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-20-2017, 08:04 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,353
Posted By donnandon
Buy the trailer that fits your requirements and...

Buy the trailer that fits your requirements and your budget regardless of new or used. Part-time vs full-time use will determine how much of an "imperfect" setup you can deal with before "modding"....
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-16-2017, 09:19 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,491
Posted By donnandon
We had a 2014 and now a 2016 RAM with approx....

We had a 2014 and now a 2016 RAM with approx. 4000 lb pin weight (actually weighed) and the truck rides level with the 5er hitched.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-16-2017, 09:13 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,491
Posted By donnandon
Is the trailer level or the truck level in the...

Is the trailer level or the truck level in the pic? You mentioned in your original post that you have airbags in the truck full, why? Can you reduce the air pressure to bring the truck down?
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-15-2017, 04:35 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,491
Posted By donnandon
Do you have any pictures of the problem you are...

Do you have any pictures of the problem you are talking about? Are you talking about the trailer hitting the box rails or the hitch pinbox? If it's the back of the pinbox hitting the bed side rails...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-15-2017, 04:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 915
Posted By donnandon
We had one of ours replaced and it is all done...

We had one of ours replaced and it is all done from the outside. There is a gasket between the unit and the roof which may be the source of your leak also.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-15-2017, 07:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 910
Posted By donnandon
Did you actually check out lease payments on the...

Did you actually check out lease payments on the 2500 vs loan payments? Leases are based on residual value. 1500's have pretty good residual value since most are just a second family vehicle. They...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-07-2017, 07:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,124
Posted By donnandon
That's a good question. You must have a kitchen...

That's a good question. You must have a kitchen slide with a hard edge? I don't think the vinyl goes that far under the slide...maybe 2 inches at most...others here may know. I would still at...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-05-2017, 08:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,124
Posted By donnandon
Why not just use a regular floor company? We had...

Why not just use a regular floor company? We had two vinyl tiles replaced in our rigs kitchen by a floor installer, not RV tech. We were in Venice, FL at the time. The best thing is that they will...
Forum: Full-Timers 08-04-2017, 07:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,481
Posted By donnandon
Essex also wants a minimum of 10% down. We have...

Essex also wants a minimum of 10% down. We have been full time for over 8 years now. During that time we have purchased 2 new trucks and a new 5th wheel trailer. The trucks were no problem. The...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-26-2017, 06:54 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,916
Posted By donnandon
Can you give us some details on why the new Ford...

Can you give us some details on why the new Ford is so much better? Looks like a lot of technology options. Doesn't justify the higher cost of the Ford to me. Just saying.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-24-2017, 07:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,532
Posted By donnandon
The valve is available at Home Depot, Lowe's,...

The valve is available at Home Depot, Lowe's, etc. The same one is used in normal house plumbing. Look under your sink. The valve looks like a cap on the pipe above where the drain goes through...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-23-2017, 07:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 980
Posted By donnandon
The weak point of any screen door is the screen...

The weak point of any screen door is the screen material. Unless the openings are very small, anyone could walk up and put their hand through the screen or cut it and unlock the door from the...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-21-2017, 07:24 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 20,726
Posted By donnandon
Just wondering...is it 15000 or 18000# that may...

Just wondering...is it 15000 or 18000# that may be a problem? We full-time and towed a 14500 # 5th wheel over 40,000 miles across the US, staying in all 48 contiguous states. We now have a 18000#...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-16-2017, 05:57 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 20,726
Posted By donnandon
Yes, I think our dry weight was around 16k. ...

Yes, I think our dry weight was around 16k. Using this with the 20-25% rule of thumb give a minimum pin wt of 3200lbs.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-16-2017, 05:49 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 20,726
Posted By donnandon
RV Factory makes the Luxe, also makes a lighter...

RV Factory makes the Luxe, also makes a lighter weight version, the Ambition. They are also coming out with the Luxe Gold which appears to be lighter than a Luxe. We have a 2016 Ambition which...
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