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Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-13-2020, 02:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,021
Posted By ldwslw
I have an unexpected trip of 200 miles each way...

I have an unexpected trip of 200 miles each way coming up. I think I am going to raise the hitch back to that 1 1/2 inch higher setting. I can’t see where raising it that little will strain anything....
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-10-2020, 07:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,021
Posted By ldwslw
Sounds like the best advice is to leave the...

Sounds like the best advice is to leave the trailer level and eat the lost mileage. So that is what I will do. Thanks.

Still puzzled about the lost mileage but I guess it could be any of several...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-09-2020, 02:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,021
Posted By ldwslw
I guess tires could make a difference. same tires...

I guess tires could make a difference. same tires all 12,000 miles but of course more worn. I am very careful about tire pressure and whenever we stop at a rest area or fuel station I put my hand on...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-09-2020, 10:17 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,021
Posted By ldwslw
Are you better off running a little nose high?

This doesn't make any sense to me.

My 27.5 foot Starcraft always set a little nose high. Last year I lowered the hitch 1 1/2 inches that brought the truck and trailer almost dead level on a flat...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-14-2019, 01:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,140
Posted By ldwslw
Thanks for the good and quick answers. I believe...

Thanks for the good and quick answers. I believe I will follow your advice. First I went out and measured between the adjustment holes. It is 1 1/4 inch center to center. I have 8 solid inches...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-14-2019, 09:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,140
Posted By ldwslw
Just slightly nose up.

I am trying to figure out whether to lower my hitch in the truck by 1 1/2 inch. I have a Starcraft 24RKS that is 26 feet long pin to bumper. The trailer pulls really straight and rides well on the...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 06-07-2019, 06:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 770
Posted By ldwslw
We are leaving Virginia 9/1 to do the Superior...

We are leaving Virginia 9/1 to do the Superior circle trip. We will be home by 9/29. We did get reservations for the first half of the trip across the UP but once we cross into Canada around the 15th...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-15-2019, 07:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 992
Posted By ldwslw
We were there a couple of years ago in mid...

We were there a couple of years ago in mid October. No real bug problem. Park was nice, Savannah is great!
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-15-2019, 07:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,833
Posted By ldwslw
Just got back from Canaan Valley. 2 sunny days, 2...

Just got back from Canaan Valley. 2 sunny days, 2 rainy days. Lots of hiking trails in the park and nearby. Biking around campground and in the park are worth hauling the bikes. Campground is older...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-15-2019, 06:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,833
Posted By ldwslw
There are several trails from the campground but...

There are several trails from the campground but some of the better trails (White Oak Canyon, Mary's Rock or Old Rag) are a short drive.

The area right around Big Meadow is relatively flat, some...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-14-2019, 08:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,833
Posted By ldwslw
There are bike trails in the area. That said you...

There are bike trails in the area. That said you are at one of the highest places on the Drive so most everything you do will be down then back up to campground. I always go too far down then...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-14-2019, 06:37 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 16,969
Posted By ldwslw
Following Thread

We are doing the Superior circle starting 9/1. The information on this thread is so good I don't want to lose it so am posting to keep current.
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-13-2019, 07:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,949
Posted By ldwslw
We are headed up there for the circle 9/1....

We are headed up there for the circle 9/1. Leaving from VA and planning on taking 4 weeks. So far we are staying near Mackinaw for 3 days. Marquette for a few days. Porcupine SP, and the state park...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 03-12-2019, 04:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 498
Posted By ldwslw
Sleeping Giant Provincial Park, Ontario

Looking at being there the middle of September. Anyone stayed there? We would prefer to be on the lake non electric. We have a small generator to recharge the batteries.

Any info appreciated.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 12-11-2018, 08:17 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,906
Posted By ldwslw
We do that quite often. I started doing it...

We do that quite often. I started doing it because I am basically lazy. Running off the tank just meant there was one less thing I had to remember to roll up and put away when we are packing up. Over...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 05-21-2018, 05:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,239
Posted By ldwslw
Starcraft has one that is 25.9 feet bumper to...

Starcraft has one that is 25.9 feet bumper to pin. We have one and have been very happy with it so far.

The only problem I have run into with a short 5th wheel is when backing they turn very...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-18-2018, 06:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,362
Posted By ldwslw
I am guessing it could be the Autumn Ridge now....

I am guessing it could be the Autumn Ridge now. It is the 27 RKS Starcraft with upgraded siding. Maybe they have changed the names around. I haven't been on their web site for a while

Yes, pulling...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-16-2018, 06:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,362
Posted By ldwslw
We bought a Starcraft 27 RKS 2 years ago this...

We bought a Starcraft 27 RKS 2 years ago this month. So far we have just over 6000 miles on it and have been very happy with it. We have had some of the usual minor problems. Wheel bearings had to be...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-10-2018, 07:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,041
Posted By ldwslw
The 2016 24RKS we bought has been a surprisingly...

The 2016 24RKS we bought has been a surprisingly good small 5th wheel. I have never bought any trailer that didn't need something soon after purchase and the first time out on the roads. Things...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 02-09-2018, 06:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,041
Posted By ldwslw
We have a 2016 Starcraft 24RKS with Polar package...

We have a 2016 Starcraft 24RKS with Polar package 5th wheel. Last November we camped in 30 and 40 degree temperatures for 3 days. A small electric heater, bathroom sized, kept the whole camper at 70...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-31-2016, 08:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,037
Posted By ldwslw
Starcraft 5th Wheel

Purchased the Starcraft 24RKS this spring. It is 27 feet long from pin to bumper. Pulls well and only weights in at around 7000 lbs loaded.

Paid extra for complete wrap around insulation package...
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