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Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 11-23-2016, 07:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,284
Posted By caissiel
We take over one week to drive down to our site...

We take over one week to drive down to our site in Florida. We stop overnight in cold weather most of the way till the Carolina"s. Our unit Big Country 3500 RL by Hartland was not set up to open...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-08-2016, 05:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,510
Posted By caissiel
My 5th wheel pin box frames have failed on both...

My 5th wheel pin box frames have failed on both my units and that was with regular use without a GN. That failure is to be expected on most unit with a GN.
I see some being used and it makes me...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 07-08-2016, 04:53 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 10,024
Posted By caissiel
been towing 14000 lb 5th wheels for 18 years with...

been towing 14000 lb 5th wheels for 18 years with no issues with my 2 3/4 ton trucks If a deal is for a 3/4 ton go for it. 3/4 tons are lower and better suited for 5th wheels anyway, with similar...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 07-01-2016, 03:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,656
Posted By caissiel
try lifting with the manual crank. if to hard...

try lifting with the manual crank.
if to hard your gears in the legs are not meshing properly and will just wear out.
there is a centering plate at the top of the jacks that moves sideways and...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 06-12-2016, 11:37 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,429
Posted By caissiel
I have bought on price alone for the past 45...

I have bought on price alone for the past 45 years and no vehicle has let me down.
I owned Mopars, worst Fords, bad GMs and they all were great performers. Could not afford a GM till the 6.5l...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 06-10-2016, 09:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,020
Posted By caissiel
Same for us, the battery leaf blower does...

Same for us, the battery leaf blower does wonders.
I have to clean the roof and solar panels so the right time is before we leave. My slide seals wear while traveling, so the job of changing seals...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 06-10-2016, 08:55 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,429
Posted By caissiel
Great then more Fords for me. Why can't I find...

Great then more Fords for me. Why can't I find a good 6.0l for less then 20k. Bought my 2005 in 2007 for 20k.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 06-03-2016, 09:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,847
Posted By caissiel
With a Cummins siting on my front tires, I would...

With a Cummins siting on my front tires, I would not leave home with 45lbs in my tires. It's asking for trouble. When towing, no mather what, front tire condition is very important. My truck ask...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-24-2016, 05:12 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 11,431
Posted By caissiel
I will overload an LT tire for trailer...

I will overload an LT tire for trailer application any day. I certainly have no desire to use an ST tire for my trailers.
After 24 years of towing my Trailers on the highway at 10K miles per year,...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-24-2016, 04:49 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,711
Posted By caissiel
If I feel a bad fuel in my tank I will dump in...

If I feel a bad fuel in my tank I will dump in some 2 cycle oil. It works for me every time.
Since the availability of low sulphur diesel it happens less and less.
My ScangaugeII is my best tool...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-23-2016, 04:06 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,011
Posted By caissiel
Why are we so concerned about the turning angle...

Why are we so concerned about the turning angle of 5th wheels. The TT's are really limited to 60 degrees while the trailer axles are much further back.
With my past short bed Chevrolet 2500 and a...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-20-2016, 10:27 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,208
Posted By caissiel
Right On, Diesels engines never die, Its the...

Right On,
Diesels engines never die, Its the truck around the engines that does.
Can't say the same for gas trucks.
Forum: Powerstroke Engine Forum 05-20-2016, 10:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,675
Posted By caissiel
Most 2006 and 2007 Fords by now have been bullet ...

Most 2006 and 2007 Fords by now have been bullet proofed. Not all have studs but the high mileage ones can be checked with a ScangaugeII. My first check is the water tank, bad ones have a deposit...
Forum: Powerstroke Engine Forum 05-20-2016, 10:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,497
Posted By caissiel
On an old truck bio will clean a dirty tank and...

On an old truck bio will clean a dirty tank and plug the first fuel filter pretty fast. But on a newer truck it should not be a concern.
Forum: Powerstroke Engine Forum 05-20-2016, 10:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,692
Posted By caissiel
I got a scan gaugeII and flushed the coolant and...

I got a scan gaugeII and flushed the coolant and Installed ELC coolant the day the warranty was over on my 2005. I was to late the oil cooler was already plugging requiring new oil cooler and EGR...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-20-2016, 05:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,149
Posted By caissiel
My rule of thumb is to get a 1 ton SRW when...

My rule of thumb is to get a 1 ton SRW when buying new and add a leaf on the springs..
Don't overload the tires, so choose the 18's and avoid the 17's.
Air bags do help but stability suffers due to...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-20-2016, 05:12 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,208
Posted By caissiel
The only reason gas is being pushed in America is...

The only reason gas is being pushed in America is due to companies making greater profit on cheap imported gasoline and exported diesel fuel.
The gasoline engine dries the cylinder at every power...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-19-2016, 06:01 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,847
Posted By caissiel
My experience has been while driving the lower...

My experience has been while driving the lower cold pressure tires usually catch up in pressure to the ones that were at higher pressure when cold.
In order to do that they need to raise the...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-19-2016, 05:50 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 32,971
Posted By caissiel
I used a filter while my truck was on warranty....

I used a filter while my truck was on warranty. Not now as the system is clean and the truck already has 2.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-19-2016, 03:57 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 16,011
Posted By caissiel
Go figure, the Maxicab has a shorter box due to...

Go figure, the Maxicab has a shorter box due to the total lenght of the trucks causes the train capacity loosing one truck per rail car lenght capacity when shipped from Mexico.
Why don't they...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-19-2016, 03:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 663
Posted By caissiel
Yes it is due to better aerodynamics. My 15000...

Yes it is due to better aerodynamics. My 15000 lbs trailer is easier on fuel to tow then my loaded single axle service trailer that is registered for 3500 lbs. Also I towed my friends 7500lbs GVW TT...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-19-2016, 03:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,548
Posted By caissiel
I am saying that with 15000 lbs tire capacity on...

I am saying that with 15000 lbs tire capacity on my truck and 12000 lbs registration The truck is far from being overloaded. I can pass any Truck pulling same unit as mine that will overheat and...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-18-2016, 09:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,548
Posted By caissiel
The trucks are rated to protect the drive train...

The trucks are rated to protect the drive train for the manufacturer. Been towing over 15000 lbs with my 2005 Ford for 9 years and never once saw any drastic loads on the powertrain. Most hiway...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-18-2016, 09:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,227
Posted By caissiel
You remove weight from the truck tires that is...

You remove weight from the truck tires that is speed rated and load the trailer tires that are possibly close to overloaded. To me, that is a change.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-16-2016, 08:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 32,971
Posted By caissiel
I have been using a 21 gallon auxiliary tank in...

I have been using a 21 gallon auxiliary tank in my diesels for 21 years. It is a drop feed line to the truck tank. I added a vent from the truck tank to the top of the auxiliary tank. It's use is...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 05-12-2016, 03:36 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,276
Posted By caissiel
DRWs are on the way out. Just look on the...

DRWs are on the way out. Just look on the highways and CGS. The owners are getting smarter and towing much larger units with SRWs these days.
I have towed over 14000 lbs with SRWs for 18 years...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-12-2016, 07:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,310
Posted By caissiel
We have a Domestic in the slide of our 7 year old...

We have a Domestic in the slide of our 7 year old unit. It has never been shut off except when propane off for tunnels and ferries.
All the known fridge failures I know where mostly caused by...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-12-2016, 06:54 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,699
Posted By caissiel
its a mather of geometry, Side wind at 60 mph and...

its a mather of geometry, Side wind at 60 mph and traveling at 60 miles per hr will hit the side at 45 degrees. That equals 42 miles per hour. Now at 30 miles per hour side wind will be closer to...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-08-2016, 10:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 21,645
Posted By caissiel
That is the best way to do it as it removes any...

That is the best way to do it as it removes any twisting moments on the bumper and creates just straight down pull. Done that on all my units.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-07-2016, 11:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,208
Posted By caissiel
Always had battery problems with our units. ...

Always had battery problems with our units. Installed a 200 watt solar system and the 4 year old batteries are still testing like New ones. Pre solar the batteries lasted less then 2 years.
Solar...
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-07-2016, 11:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,302
Posted By caissiel
I only use a flush to the top of the box full...

I only use a flush to the top of the box full depth case. Its plenty big. I to have the long box.
Forum: 5th Wheel Discussion 04-07-2016, 10:57 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,245
Posted By caissiel
If you are buying a truck then a 350/3500 SRW...

If you are buying a truck then a 350/3500 SRW will be the best. But I have a 250 and doing well towing our 39' 15500 trailer. We had the truck before the trailer.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-07-2016, 10:41 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,699
Posted By caissiel
NASCAR uses the same thing. When an object cuts...

NASCAR uses the same thing. When an object cuts the wind the side forces tend to keep it straight. I would rather tow a long wall keeping me straight then a short one that can flip flop easily.
An...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-05-2016, 08:51 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,699
Posted By caissiel
The faster speed forward the less side wind have...

The faster speed forward the less side wind have effects but gas mileage tanks. Side forces are more dangerous at low speed like doing an intersection turn as my friend found out.
others have told...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-05-2016, 08:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,579
Posted By caissiel
If it does the TT it will be better with the 5th

If it does the TT it will be better with the 5th
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-03-2016, 09:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,938
Posted By caissiel
Now as I talk to other owners the 1 ton duallies...

Now as I talk to other owners the 1 ton duallies are not being used. The SRW are more popular on large units.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-03-2016, 09:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,569
Posted By caissiel
Carrying capacity between 250/2500 and 350/3500...

Carrying capacity between 250/2500 and 350/3500 is on paper only. Ford allows more spring travel on the 350 therefore it has higher setup and so does Ram. My 2500 had more spring capacity then my...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-03-2016, 09:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,553
Posted By caissiel
My observation is that most TT is not hitched...

My observation is that most TT is not hitched properly most of the time. I never tow with equalize hitch as I prefer a heavy hitch weight as long as the truck front end is heavy enough. Just make...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-03-2016, 07:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,630
Posted By caissiel
I installed a filter with bypass piping. Now I...

I installed a filter with bypass piping. Now I use the bypass most of the time. The filter line not always drain well. Also the filter line has a coil operated valve while the bypass has all...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-03-2016, 07:28 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 19,699
Posted By caissiel
If you did ok on the road and hills with your...

If you did ok on the road and hills with your truck I would keep it. Side wind has a lot of drag effect on our 40ft 5th wheel to. If I drive in those conditions I will fill my fresh water tank for...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 04-02-2016, 10:53 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,863
Posted By caissiel
My formula is like this. For Imp MPG is 282/LT...

My formula is like this. For Imp MPG is 282/LT per 100 KM. And US MPG to Imp MPG is 5/6
So 10 LPH is 28 IMP mpg and 23 mpg US.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-06-2016, 09:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,630
Posted By caissiel
My steel tank is 21 years old and has been great....

My steel tank is 21 years old and has been great. Painted the outside a few times to protect from rusting.
I prefered well vented gravity flow for dumping in the truck tank through the fill hose....
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-05-2016, 07:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,548
Posted By caissiel
The 5th when attached to my truck has about 24...

The 5th when attached to my truck has about 24 square feet of smooth egg shape area.

Most of the trailers I towed get a 70 square feet of flat angled area at the rear of the truck.
Advantage the...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-05-2016, 07:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,123
Posted By caissiel
You will only need to worry about the rear tire...

You will only need to worry about the rear tire capacity. Air them up to 80 psi loaded and you will have no problem. I take it that you are camping close to home and moving spring and fall. You...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 03-05-2016, 07:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,456
Posted By caissiel
True, it could be caused by improper...

True, it could be caused by improper installation, maybe when brakes were serviced.
I never had a rear bearing failure on my VW in over 400k miles but my son with same model car had many failures....
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-05-2016, 07:15 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 33,472
Posted By caissiel
I have never had ST tires on my trailers for the...

I have never had ST tires on my trailers for the last 16 years. LT tires are ok over to 70mph and it's my limit.
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 03-05-2016, 06:51 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,548
Posted By caissiel
BbMy experience. We went from a 33ft, 10000 lbs...

BbMy experience. We went from a 33ft, 10000 lbs fifth wheel at 10'3" high to a 39ft 15000 lbs and 13'3" high unit and the fuel mileage went from 10 MPG to 12 MPG. Now figure with the same truck...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 02-17-2016, 09:19 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,126
Posted By caissiel
There 35% more energy in diesel fuel, making it a...

There 35% more energy in diesel fuel, making it a better value. To bad that the newer engines have so much equipment killing the diesel advantage.
But the diesel option is about the same price as...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 02-15-2016, 06:03 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,354
Posted By caissiel
Load C tires will do for a 2 wheel drive 3/4 ton....

Load C tires will do for a 2 wheel drive 3/4 ton.
On a 4 x 4 you will need matching tires on all axles.
It's a shame that anyone would do that in order to max the ride comfort.
The 4 x 4 F250...
Forum: Trailer Towing and Tow Vehicles Discussion 02-11-2016, 09:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,474
Posted By caissiel
I have a 40 ft 5 th wheel and find towing a light...

I have a 40 ft 5 th wheel and find towing a light 30ft TT much harder to do with my truck. No way I would tow a 10000 lbs TT. But I tow our 15000 lbs unit with great confidence.
The pin load on the...
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