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Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-15-2020, 11:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 856
Posted By patraveler84
I have an invisible brake system on the Jeep with...

I have an invisible brake system on the Jeep with Roadmaster towing system. I thinking if the invisible brake is removed it should be fine.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 03-15-2020, 09:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,282
Posted By patraveler84
We had ours for 2 years. We just traded it in for...

We had ours for 2 years. We just traded it in for an upgrade diesel Phaeton
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-15-2020, 09:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 856
Posted By patraveler84
Sorry. I have a diesel. I have a tow system...

Sorry. I have a diesel. I have a tow system already installed on my Jeep. I really don’t want to remove everything to install the air system. Can I leave it on and still install AF1
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-14-2020, 06:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 856
Posted By patraveler84
Air Force one

Hi just wondering do you need to remove the current towed system on your vehicle in order to install an Air Force one system or can you have both.

Trying to decide if I really want the air system...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-14-2020, 04:57 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 11,196
Posted By patraveler84
Hi We use an excel spreadsheet Dates. ...

Hi

We use an excel spreadsheet

Dates. Resort or canpground, Rate, my Rate, Savings,confirmation number, comments

I use this to track camping expense for the year

Start a new one every...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 02-13-2020, 06:35 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 11,196
Posted By patraveler84
Hi I use an excel spreadsheet. Columns as...

Hi

I use an excel spreadsheet. Columns as follows

Dates, Resort or campgrounds, Rates, Paid, Savings, confirmation #, comments

I track all year. Gives me a great idea what I paid in fees...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 11-12-2019, 08:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,325
Posted By patraveler84
Hi. We have the model UA 36. We love ours. Had no...

Hi. We have the model UA 36. We love ours. Had no issues except the normal 1st year stuff. layout is great. Wife Loves it. Bunks and the bath and a half works for us. Preparing to go F/T in the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-08-2019, 05:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,440
Posted By patraveler84
Thanks for the great feedback. I gave a new 2018...

Thanks for the great feedback. I gave a new 2018 Tiffin gas coach. I guess 50-55 will doing the trick. I like the idea of using the water pump as well. I look into that.

Thank you all

Jim
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 11-08-2019, 07:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,440
Posted By patraveler84
Water pressure

Wondering what the proper water pressure should be going into a coach. I assume no more than 40 psi and every coach relatively the same so you don’t bust the lines?

Any input will be welcomed.
...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-29-2019, 04:10 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,125
Posted By patraveler84
Congrats on your new Tiffin UA36. We have really...

Congrats on your new Tiffin UA36. We have really enjoyed ours. Great coach. Controls for lights were a challenge but once we figured out no more issues.

Safe travels
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-29-2019, 03:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,374
Posted By patraveler84
Thanks everyone for your feedback. Think we are...

Thanks everyone for your feedback. Think we are going the way of PDF/ICloud storage. Simplistic and a safe just adds weight and limited protection.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-27-2019, 06:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,374
Posted By patraveler84
Rv Safes

Been looking online for a fire proof safe. What everyone using if anything? I need to store important documents while traveling.
Any ideas on type and where to purchase
Thanks

Jim
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-17-2019, 08:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 930
Posted By patraveler84
Lazyboy. Thanks. I will look at them. Jim

Lazyboy. Thanks. I will look at them.

Jim
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-16-2019, 07:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 930
Posted By patraveler84
Thanks for the information very much appreciated....

Thanks for the information very much appreciated. Sounds like a job I will do over the winter. Now to find a good 2 seat theatre seating package that is reasonable priced.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 10-16-2019, 02:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 930
Posted By patraveler84
Removing sofa

Hi all

Looking to find out how hard it is to remove a Sofa bed in a Ua36 model and put in Theatre seating. Anything I should be aware of? Any ideas or suggestion will be appreciated.


Thanks...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-27-2019, 09:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,812
Posted By patraveler84
We own a swivel wheel DW58. I put track down the...

We own a swivel wheel DW58. I put track down the the platform and hail my golf cart and Jeep behind. Contact cruiser-lift out of Texas. Or go to Cruiserlift.com - Carrier / Hauler / Loader...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 09-23-2019, 12:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,546
Posted By patraveler84
Hi I have a 2018 Tiffin Alegro Ua 36 first...

Hi

I have a 2018 Tiffin Alegro Ua 36 first edition winegard connect. My question is it prudent to upgrade to the newer model so I can use Verizon SIM card or just keep what I have and pay...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-13-2019, 04:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,607
Posted By patraveler84
To answer you question concerning the golf cart...

To answer you question concerning the golf cart attachment. It’s call a swivel wheel. Sold in Houston Texas. Model DW58DM. Go to Cruiserlift.com. They will answer any question you have including the...
Forum: Just Conversation 09-13-2019, 07:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 841
Posted By patraveler84
Dig Fencing

Hi All

Looking at Dog fencing to keep the little obese in place and safe. We have electrical at home. Wondering if that works well while out traveling for an extended period of time?
Or if a...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-11-2019, 02:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,607
Posted By patraveler84
As long as I am on federal and state highways I...

As long as I am on federal and state highways I am legal. My golf cart trailer is permanent attach to my MH thus making it a part of the unit. Law states that it cannot be unhitched like a trailer I...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-11-2019, 04:11 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,607
Posted By patraveler84
Everyone. Love the responses but I need to...

Everyone. Love the responses but I need to clarify. My coach is 26000 lb I have dual receivers to distribute the tongue weight evenly. My Jeep is 3900 curb weight. I tow 4 wheels down. I also tow...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-10-2019, 07:28 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,607
Posted By patraveler84
Beef up the F53 frame

Looking to beef up the frame on my 2018 F53 frame.I want to tow about 5600-6000 pounds. It’s rated at 5k. Anything be done or am I just out of luck.
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 09-08-2019, 02:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 584
Posted By patraveler84
I had same issue with my 5k in my 5th wheel that...

I had same issue with my 5k in my 5th wheel that I previously own. Dealer told me that I had a defective electrical circuit that prevented the unit was staying on. My problem was it would run for 10...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 09-02-2019, 02:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,750
Posted By patraveler84
We have a 38ft gas. We added a 6ft extension so...

We have a 38ft gas. We added a 6ft extension so we can take the golf cart and pull a toad. No issues.

Best of luck in your journey.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 09-02-2019, 12:12 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,125
Posted By patraveler84
Congrat on your new Tiffin. We bought our first...

Congrat on your new Tiffin. We bought our first one last August. Could not be more happy. Been on 2 long trips to Texas and Tennessee and no issues. We did put a safe-T stabilizer on got added...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 09-02-2019, 11:46 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,125
Posted By patraveler84
Smile We traveled half the distance 366 miles to get...

We traveled half the distance 366 miles to get ours . We love the brand. 2 long trips thus far. Tennessee and Texas. Only a few little things to deal with (warranty issues) Wife loves it so much...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 08-22-2019, 09:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,094
Posted By patraveler84
Smile Stablizer

We added Safe-T to the front and a road master sway to the back a couple of weeks ago. I don’t get push around at all. Better ride.
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 07-28-2019, 06:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,838
Posted By patraveler84
Thumbs up Mark Your suggestion worked. D/l a couple...

Mark

Your suggestion worked. D/l a couple and save to my flash. Now finding the time to get it done.

Jim
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 07-27-2019, 07:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,838
Posted By patraveler84
Smile Thanks for the quick response. I will try your...

Thanks for the quick response. I will try your suggestion and let you know.
Appreciate the help
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 07-27-2019, 07:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,838
Posted By patraveler84
Just wondering Did you just scan and save to...

Just wondering

Did you just scan and save to a flash drive? I did not see anything on Tiffin site or when I Google it on scanning entire black bag. I need to do this. Carting the black bag to...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-25-2019, 06:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 656
Posted By patraveler84
Shell Thanks for the reply. I will have...

Shell

Thanks for the reply. I will have cobra from my job for next 18 months. Covered there. Looking for the wife while we travel. Thanks for the Information. .

Jim
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-23-2019, 04:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 656
Posted By patraveler84
Health insurance

Hi all

Doing my due diligence and looking at the health area. I found a site call RV HEALTH. They are not an insurance plan but a resource for doctor, prescription, dental etc for people on the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-16-2019, 03:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,672
Posted By patraveler84
Smile Everyone I thank you all for your insight...

Everyone

I thank you all for your insight and thoughtful comments. I will be taking this information and doing more homework. At least I know more now than I did before the post.

Safe travels
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-16-2019, 04:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,672
Posted By patraveler84
My golf cart about 1000lb. Standard cart. Jeep...

My golf cart about 1000lb. Standard cart. Jeep weight is about 3900 lbs. towing it 4 down so the weight should be less. Swivel wheel goes on 2 additional receivers and is on 2 wheels. If I thinking...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-15-2019, 07:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,672
Posted By patraveler84
I did not realize that. I still new to all this...

I did not realize that. I still new to all this that why I asking. So I need to look at reducing the overall weight. I guess I need to weigh the MH and see where I stand. I plan is to put a swivel...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-15-2019, 06:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,672
Posted By patraveler84
Beefing up my Tiffin A

I think I know the answer but would like some feedback

My Class A has a 5k rating with a 500lb tongue weight with a class 3 hitch

Can I beef that up with a class 4 receiver so I can tow 7500k
...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-03-2019, 05:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 978
Posted By patraveler84
Eez tpms

Thanks everyone for your comments. Makes the decision a little easier. Research tells me its a good product as well.

Safe travels to you all

Jim
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-01-2019, 06:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 978
Posted By patraveler84
Smile EEZTire TPMS

Hi all

Looking at EEZTire TPMS. 10 tire. Anyone have comments good or bad on this product. Looking at how accurate it is and do we need a repeater for distance
Just looking for good advice before...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-19-2019, 05:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,427
Posted By patraveler84
National General

Well that happen to me in June. Quoted one price then 1 week later Insurance up $ 700 from original quote. I called and they could not explain why the jump.
When I called again and spent to another...
Forum: Entegra Owner's Forum 06-17-2019, 08:20 PM
Replies: 403
Views: 68,011
Posted By patraveler84
Elec bikes

Hi all.

We are serious looking at Jetson Elect bikes. Costco has one for $ 289.00 and one for $1200.00 including shipping. 20 mph & 30 miles range. I like the idea if I don’t like it I can...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 06-16-2019, 07:09 PM
Replies: 2,758
Views: 437,950
Posted By patraveler84
I am interested

I am interested
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-14-2019, 07:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,413
Posted By patraveler84
Hi. Just wondering if the death wobble pertains...

Hi. Just wondering if the death wobble pertains to a 2011 Jeep Wrangler sport. Jeep is stock nothing added or removed. Using a Roadmaster tow system.
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-14-2019, 07:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,653
Posted By patraveler84
Toad

Hi. I will be towing this behind my motor home for my golf cart and towing my Jeep. I get both worlds. There a Goldwing trike on the photo but most of the time will be my golf cart.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-10-2019, 07:56 PM
Replies: 1,688
Views: 570,338
Posted By patraveler84
Trailers

Anyone towing a DW58 tandem tow swivel wheel? Looking to purchase one in TX in August.

Manufacturer tells me it’s legal under federal guidelines. What about states? Anyone have issues traveling...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-06-2019, 05:37 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 17,343
Posted By patraveler84
EZ Pass

Wow. Just dealt with Pa EZpass today. Here what I had to do
1. Transponder for M/H
2. Transponder for M/H and Toad
3. The Toad gets removed and put in alum foil when in the toad mode

We...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-03-2019, 07:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 680
Posted By patraveler84
Wholesale warranties

Just got my quote from wholesale warranties.i realize they are a broker. Plateau causality is who they want to insure me with. Looks like the cover everything including the what’s in the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-29-2019, 06:38 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,265
Posted By patraveler84
Oil changes on f53

First time I am hearing about this drain plug. Not to sound dumb but Where do you pick up a fotomo drain plug? I assume Ford, RV dealer or auto parts store?
I am always learning and love the advice...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 05-26-2019, 07:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,500
Posted By patraveler84
Winegard connect

I really have the same questions. Does not anyone not use this feature on there MH.
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-26-2019, 04:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,790
Posted By patraveler84
Safe-t or Roadmaster

Everyone

Appreciate the responses. I am looking at both steering control and Sway of the coach.
I don’t Need the fatigue of driving and I want control of my rig in wind and 18 wheel passing...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 05-25-2019, 04:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,790
Posted By patraveler84
Smile Safe T Plus stabilizer bar or Roadmaster

Hi everyone

I research stabilize bars for my Tiffin. Safe T or Roadmaster brand. I thinking Safe T but looking for what everyone has had experience with. I am pulling a toad that should not make a...
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