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Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-09-2023, 01:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,010
Posted By rblanch
I have a 2022 376ths If it's the round led light...

I have a 2022 376ths If it's the round led light with the button in the middle the light probably has to be replaced none of mine with the built in button has a secondary switch. the light snaps off...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-18-2023, 12:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,351
Posted By rblanch
The only other thing i noticed is that sometimes...

The only other thing i noticed is that sometimes if i plug in the trailer wire or camera wire while the truck is running it sometimes doesn't recognize it. Now i always plug in the trailer and camera...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-17-2023, 02:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,351
Posted By rblanch
I had to replace the socket thats on the truck...

I had to replace the socket thats on the truck for mine evidently when i pushed it in one time I bent the center pin. look in the socket real good and make sure nothing is bent. I found that coating...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-20-2023, 03:18 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,225
Posted By rblanch
If you install a Banks Idash gage you can monitor...

If you install a Banks Idash gage you can monitor dpf soot levels and even do a manual regen if necessary. If soot levels are good the only other thing to worry about is making sure the def fluids...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-20-2023, 02:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,832
Posted By rblanch
Have a 2020 GMC 3500 with duramax and 10 speed...

Have a 2020 GMC 3500 with duramax and 10 speed trans. temps according to my Banks idash daily driving engine temp never above 185. engine oil temp 190, trans temp never seen above 160 mostly around...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 11-23-2022, 12:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,238
Posted By rblanch
Do you have to go to the factory to have it...

Do you have to go to the factory to have it installed or do they have dealers also? I'm interested. I just bought a Grand design 376ths and was going to install shocks and disc brakes however just...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-22-2022, 07:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 756
Posted By rblanch
I had the flex Armor installed at RV Masters in...

I had the flex Armor installed at RV Masters in Kenner Louisana. It was the best thing we ever did to our toy hauler. The roof is thick and can't be ripped and no more caulking or maintenance. Also...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 11-05-2022, 02:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 590
Posted By rblanch
Schwintek slides

I have a small leak in one of my slides when it’s closed and I can’t seem to see anything wrong except it doesn’t pull quite as tight against the seals as the other two slides with the schwintek...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-26-2022, 07:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,821
Posted By rblanch
The ones that lasted 21 years are gone those were...

The ones that lasted 21 years are gone those were the r-22 units. The new r-410A units won.t Last as long. I'm an A/C mech in New Orleans. The biggest problem with modern A/C units we see is leaking...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 08-17-2022, 06:39 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,649
Posted By rblanch
The lugs were always properly torqued as you can...

The lugs were always properly torqued as you can see in the picture the center of the wheel is still secured to the hub. As for the steel wheel being stronger The highest rated 16" steel wheels i...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 08-05-2022, 11:47 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,649
Posted By rblanch
The Saluns that came with the trailer were rated...

The Saluns that came with the trailer were rated at 4,000lb per tire the tires currently installed are rated at4,400lb per tire or17,600lb that is more than the total gvw of the trailer and more than...
Forum: Keystone 08-03-2022, 07:12 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 19,382
Posted By rblanch
Yes do that they are not as motivated to fix them...

Yes do that they are not as motivated to fix them later. Unfortunately the major stuff if there is any will only show up after use. My 2018 Raptor needed a new roof at less than 3 years and at year 4...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-02-2022, 07:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,404
Posted By rblanch
I've seen my g rated tires on my toy hauler get...

I've seen my g rated tires on my toy hauler get as high as 160 degrees on a 96 degree day and driving on black asvault. I mainly look for one tire being too much higher than the others. If i recall...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 08-02-2022, 07:11 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,649
Posted By rblanch
I don't know why no one fabricates a toy hauler...

I don't know why no one fabricates a toy hauler camper on a heavy duty goose neck trailer. I know they would cost more and maybe less space in the front room but i bet a lot of people would buy them....
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 08-01-2022, 07:04 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,649
Posted By rblanch
I also think the shock is what held the axle from...

I also think the shock is what held the axle from hitting the ground when the wheel disappeared
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 08-01-2022, 06:48 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,649
Posted By rblanch
I agree especially about the braking part. The...

I agree especially about the braking part. The original drum brakes were barley usefull they came apart twice under warranty and even when they were together never seemed to help much after a year...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 08-01-2022, 06:33 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,649
Posted By rblanch
This is especially bad on toy haulers in the...

This is especially bad on toy haulers in the 35-40' tandem axles. There is no room to spare with two original 7000 lb axles fully loaded you had 7,000 lb on them. I replaced the suspension and...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 08-01-2022, 06:28 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,649
Posted By rblanch
Yes I agree and we have been in some tight...

Yes I agree and we have been in some tight camping spots in the past couple of years. Just never thought wheels were an issue.
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 07-29-2022, 06:58 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,649
Posted By rblanch
Everything on that trailer is minimal specs. I’ve...

Everything on that trailer is minimal specs. I’ve had to upgrade the axles and brakes because the original 7,000 lb axles and brakes couldn’t handle the weight I just didn’t think of the wheels l did...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 07-29-2022, 06:00 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,649
Posted By rblanch
Yes it’s a tandem axle Raptor toy hauler with a...

Yes it’s a tandem axle Raptor toy hauler with a gvw rating of 17,000 pounds. Yes we know how lucky we were and we all said a prayer thanking Jesus. The wheels are the ones that came with the trailer....
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 07-29-2022, 04:05 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,649
Posted By rblanch
Lost Wheel

Has anyone ever lost a wheel before and never even knew it? I pulled up to the campsite and the wheel was gone the rim had completely broken off with the center of the wheel still bolted to the hub.
Forum: Keystone 11-29-2021, 01:34 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 19,382
Posted By rblanch
Yes do a good inspection and have them fix...

Yes do a good inspection and have them fix anything you see before you finish signing the papers and take it home. They will fix it right away then If you bring it back later it will take a lot...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 11-11-2021, 09:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,767
Posted By rblanch
I think Dexter and Lippert are the same axles.

I think Dexter and Lippert are the same axles.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-23-2021, 07:32 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,174
Posted By rblanch
If you think there is no difference between a...

If you think there is no difference between a 1970 truck with a carburetor and a modern electronic fuel injection engine your not thinking straight. Try towing anything in the mountains with a...
Forum: Keystone 09-22-2021, 11:19 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 19,382
Posted By rblanch
Since my last post on 3-21 I found soft spots in...

Since my last post on 3-21 I found soft spots in the garage floor and in the storage compartment near the water heater. Seems one of the garage windows leaked in the wall and onto the floor under the...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-22-2021, 11:02 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 9,410
Posted By rblanch
It doesn't matter what you sign off on unless...

It doesn't matter what you sign off on unless their is a class action they will do what they want. Now if someone does get hurt then things will change fast NTSB will get involved.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 09-19-2021, 05:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,021
Posted By rblanch
I can’t imagine the gas mileage with a 7.3 snd...

I can’t imagine the gas mileage with a 7.3 snd 4.33 gears. I bought an e350 srw cutaway van with the 7.3 and 4.11 gears and I can barely get 8 mpg. Sounds like a race car and plenty of power though
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 09-10-2021, 09:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,407
Posted By rblanch
I’m on my 2nd set of bushings with the same wet...

I’m on my 2nd set of bushings with the same wet bolts on a 17,000 lb give trailer. The 1st set I installed the hole at the 3:00 o’clock position as instructed but I noticed most of the wear was at...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-27-2021, 06:00 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 9,410
Posted By rblanch
I’m thinking the 6.7 f250 owners better pay...

I’m thinking the 6.7 f250 owners better pay attention to the weight police and not overload the truck to 350 specs as we are all prone to do or we’ll have the same problem. Or maybe 250 will be...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-25-2021, 03:24 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,931
Posted By rblanch
I was into about 100 miles of a round trip of...

I was into about 100 miles of a round trip of 2,000 miles when the service emission system 165 miles to reduced power 65mph came on. My wife got on the laptop and found a nearby GMC Dealer that was...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-25-2021, 02:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,931
Posted By rblanch
Does anyone carry an OBD2 scanner with them in...

Does anyone carry an OBD2 scanner with them in case the truck does go into limp mode it can be reset and buy a few more miles of operation then reset again if needed?
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-23-2021, 02:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,479
Posted By rblanch
Both my larger slides had slide rails on the...

Both my larger slides had slide rails on the bottom after a couple of years it wears out and slide starts lurching back and forth instead of sliding smoothly. Just a cheap way of doing it. If your...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-22-2021, 05:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,815
Posted By rblanch
I had a 2017 GMC 3500 srw and with my 40’ toy...

I had a 2017 GMC 3500 srw and with my 40’ toy hauler both the truck and trailer sat level with 7 “ clearance on the bed. I now have a 2020 GMC 3500 srw and with the same 7” clearance the trailer is...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-22-2021, 05:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,479
Posted By rblanch
I have them on two slides on my 2018 Raptor. I...

I have them on two slides on my 2018 Raptor. I haven’t had any trouble with the cables however you will have to install rollers on the bottom of the slide after a couple of years. I carry a spare...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 08-07-2021, 06:46 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 9,410
Posted By rblanch
How in the world can you mess up a heavy duty...

How in the world can you mess up a heavy duty rear axle. They have been almost flawless forever.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 08-07-2021, 06:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 699
Posted By rblanch
I have a 2020 GMC HD and the controller works...

I have a 2020 GMC HD and the controller works with the titan actuator perfect. If it’s a new trailer it may be something other than the truck. Have the wiring on the trailer checked as well.God knows...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-16-2021, 01:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,531
Posted By rblanch
I installed a 40 gallon in bed tank with a manual...

I installed a 40 gallon in bed tank with a manual hand valve and a small fuel pump hooked to the up fitter switch. I would never over flow the main tank. I keep the manual valve closed except when...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-04-2021, 08:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,930
Posted By rblanch
I leave mine plugged in with the A/C set on 83...

I leave mine plugged in with the A/C set on 83 and a dehumidifier on. It may sound like over kill but if you get a mildew smell it is almost impossible to get rid of.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-04-2021, 08:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,624
Posted By rblanch
Ditto after looking at the pictures and all that...

Ditto after looking at the pictures and all that caulking I'm glad i got the Flex Armor also. It's possible the bubbles in the middle of the roof may lay down but is the glue already dry. Seems if it...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-30-2021, 06:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 661
Posted By rblanch
There should be a line on the shock to fill the...

There should be a line on the shock to fill the air bag up to. On my 17,000LB toy hauler it takes 80psi to get there.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-30-2021, 06:28 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,970
Posted By rblanch
I meant the Lippert Road Armor

I meant the Lippert Road Armor
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-29-2021, 09:36 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,970
Posted By rblanch
I did end up ordering the flex armor with bronze...

I did end up ordering the flex armor with bronze bushings. The problem I am having with my equaflex is the top hanger bushing only seems to last about 7,000 miles. I replaced the bushing once I'm...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-29-2021, 09:29 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,970
Posted By rblanch
I called Lippert tech support to see If I could...

I called Lippert tech support to see If I could order the flex Armor with the never fail bushings and he said it was not designed for never fail. He also told me the never fail bushings and the flex...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-07-2021, 07:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,142
Posted By rblanch
That would be an almost disaster if you had a...

That would be an almost disaster if you had a hydraulic disc brake system like mine as the pump would continue to run till you noticed it hopefully before something burns out or starts leaking.
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 04-01-2021, 12:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 817
Posted By rblanch
Well I went ahead and bought a new slide motor...

Well I went ahead and bought a new slide motor and gear set as a spare and low and behold the new set up actually has a little catch pan built in under the gear box. I guess instead of using better...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 03-27-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,444
Posted By rblanch
I added the torklift upper load stabilizer. It's...

I added the torklift upper load stabilizer. It's just larger rubber bump stops to make the upper overload springs kick in faster. I found that by using the upper springs and only 25 PSI in the air...
Forum: Keystone 03-25-2021, 06:26 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 19,382
Posted By rblanch
They know what there looking at it’s just stall...

They know what there looking at it’s just stall and deflect until you leave them alone or get an attorney. I decided to just pay for my new roof because after all is said and done I didn’t want...
Forum: Toy Haulers Discussion 03-25-2021, 07:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 817
Posted By rblanch
Leaking Slide Motors

I have a 2018 Raptor and one of the continuing problems I haven't solved is the leaking slide motors. I have cleaned the roof several times and installed Permabond tape over affected roof areas....
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-23-2021, 12:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 925
Posted By rblanch
It was probably the number they needed to say...

It was probably the number they needed to say they could carry more than GM or Dodge. Seems no matter what the Ford sticker is more weather they upgrade the truck or not.
Forum: Keystone 03-23-2021, 07:36 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 19,382
Posted By rblanch
Forgot to mention repairs to the slide roofs due...

Forgot to mention repairs to the slide roofs due to the slide motors leaking oil on them.
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