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5th Wheel Discussion
12-20-2013, 07:58 AM
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When to pack wheels on 5th wheel
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Pawjam3
Packing bearings
Wow! Thanks for all the contributions! I didn't mean to open up a s---storm:blush: I have had the bearings packed since I asked the question, and probably will do it once a year. However, there's...
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5th Wheel Discussion
10-30-2013, 11:07 AM
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When to pack wheels on 5th wheel
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Pawjam3
When to pack wheels on 5th wheel
Is there a way to tell when the wheels need packing on my 30 ft. Chapparal 5ver? Thanks.
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iRV2.com General Discussion
10-30-2013, 10:32 AM
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Starting with the last one first?
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1,364
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Pawjam3
I appreciate all of the above. A year and a half...
I appreciate all of the above. A year and a half ago we bought a 2007 30-ft 5th wheel with one slide, and a 2003 3/4 ton diesel towing vehicle. It's been a year and a half of learning experiences,...
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5th Wheel Discussion
07-13-2013, 04:26 PM
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5th Wheel A.C. wattage?
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1,632
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Pawjam3
5th Wheel A.C. wattage?
We have a 30 ft. Coachman Chapparal 5th wheel. Does anyone know how much wattage the A.C. pulls? I have an emergency generator that can handle 1650 watts. Thanks! Jim from St. Louis:cool:
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iRV2.com General Discussion
04-04-2013, 11:56 AM
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Cold weather trip in "3-season' 5th wheel.
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744
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Pawjam3
Thanks, guys! I am a very fortunate man and...
Thanks, guys! I am a very fortunate man and grateful every day for it.
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iRV2.com General Discussion
04-02-2013, 11:55 AM
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Cold weather trip in "3-season' 5th wheel.
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744
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Pawjam3
Cold weather trip in "3-season' 5th wheel.
Left St. Louis, MO Jan. 26th, took I-80 for skiing in the Salt Lake area, then on to Lake Tahoe for more skiing. Before we left, a salesman at the Midwest RV Center in Arnold, MO suggested putting...
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5th Wheel Discussion
12-05-2012, 08:18 AM
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Insulation
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3,265
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Pawjam3
Thanks, D & D! I'm sorry you lost her. Wow, 18. ...
Thanks, D & D! I'm sorry you lost her. Wow, 18. A camera is a great idea. :)
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5th Wheel Discussion
12-05-2012, 08:13 AM
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Insulation
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3,265
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Pawjam3
Please don't tell PETA.:eek: BTW, tho, it is...
Please don't tell PETA.:eek: BTW, tho, it is legal in Missouri for a human to ride in the 5ver while it's being towed, so I did that a few months ago for about an hour. As soon as we started up,...
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5th Wheel Discussion
12-03-2012, 01:36 PM
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Insulation
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3,265
Posted By
Pawjam3
Thanks! We think 55 degrees will keep our...
Thanks! We think 55 degrees will keep our kitties warm:dance:
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5th Wheel Discussion
12-01-2012, 04:39 PM
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Insulation
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3,265
Posted By
Pawjam3
At the end of January we will head west from St....
At the end of January we will head west from St. Louis. It's our first time to drive during Winter time. Some RV friends recommended buying a small ceramic heater and putting in the basement. But...
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5th Wheel Discussion
11-07-2012, 08:39 AM
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Dents and wrinkles in front cap
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8,536
Posted By
Pawjam3
Right. Both the insurance adjuster and the...
Right. Both the insurance adjuster and the repair facility says it's one piece. And just found out yesterday that insurance will cover it.:dance:
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5th Wheel Discussion
11-06-2012, 11:27 AM
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Dents and wrinkles in front cap
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8,536
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Pawjam3
Aluminum. When we push on the front cap,...
Aluminum. When we push on the front cap, anywhere, it gives, but pops back out.
:confused:
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5th Wheel Discussion
11-06-2012, 11:25 AM
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Dents and wrinkles in front cap
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8,536
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Pawjam3
Can't post a picture because the 5ver is at the...
Can't post a picture because the 5ver is at the shop being repaired. I'm told that the whole front cap will have to be replaced. I'm hoping insurance will cover it, but I'm wondering if Coachman...
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5th Wheel Discussion
11-05-2012, 11:25 AM
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Dents and wrinkles in front cap
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8,536
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Pawjam3
Dents and wrinkles in front cap
We bought a 30-ft. 2007 Chapparal 5th wheel in March. During our first trip a large, about 12” by 18” dent occurred on right side of the front cap. No idea why. The dealer we bought it from tried...
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5th Wheel Discussion
10-15-2012, 04:01 PM
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Keeping pipes, hoses and tanks from freezing
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4,248
Posted By
Pawjam3
Thanks to all!! What have I gotten myself into???
Thanks to all!! What have I gotten myself into???
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5th Wheel Discussion
10-15-2012, 11:21 AM
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Keeping pipes, hoses and tanks from freezing
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4,248
Posted By
Pawjam3
Freezing pipes
Joe, did you get my thanks?
Jim:thumb::thumb:
Forum:
Just Conversation
10-14-2012, 02:43 PM
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the diesels orginal design
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899
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Pawjam3
But do modifications need to be made to my 2003...
But do modifications need to be made to my 2003 7.3 Ford diesel?
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5th Wheel Discussion
10-14-2012, 02:37 PM
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Keeping pipes, hoses and tanks from freezing
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4,248
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Pawjam3
Keeping pipes, hoses and tanks from freezing
We have a "3 Season" 5th wheel and wondering if there is a safe way to keep things from freezing when parked at a ski resort. All suggestions or warnings will be appreciated. This will be our first...
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iRV2.com General Discussion
10-11-2012, 12:05 PM
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1,304
Explain your username
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128,922
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Pawjam3
I'm a pawpaw 3 times and my legal name is James.
I'm a pawpaw 3 times and my legal name is James.
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Just Conversation
10-09-2012, 03:53 PM
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Are there more homeless full timers?
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7,492
Posted By
Pawjam3
Agreed! My 52 year old son with a doctor's...
Agreed! My 52 year old son with a doctor's degree in music, just resigned a university position to be with his wife on the East coast. Is he looking for a similar position? Yes. Is he sitting on...
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iRV2.com General Discussion
10-08-2012, 07:20 PM
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16
Extreme Winterization
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2,167
Posted By
Pawjam3
We plan to do some skiing in New Mexico in...
We plan to do some skiing in New Mexico in February. We only have a "3 Season" 5th wheel. One of the campgrounds we're considering has rules that say we need an "on-board heating system." Is that...
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Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.
10-08-2012, 02:47 PM
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Best portable Satellite antenna?
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13,996
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Pawjam3
Thanks. We don't have sat. at home. We have...
Thanks. We don't have sat. at home. We have cable.
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Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc.
10-06-2012, 02:00 PM
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28
Best portable Satellite antenna?
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13,996
Posted By
Pawjam3
Best portable Satellite antenna?
Does anyone have experience with portable satellite antennas? What's needed? How do we hook up with a provider? Any other answers to questions I don't even know to ask. Thanks!
Forum:
5th Wheel Discussion
10-06-2012, 01:46 PM
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18
towing in snow/ icy conditons
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9,475
Posted By
Pawjam3
Wow, being somewhat of a newbie, I haven't...
Wow, being somewhat of a newbie, I haven't encountered icy conditiions...yet. Learned a lot. Thanks!
Forum:
CB & Ham Radio
08-20-2012, 09:51 AM
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8
CB Radio?
Views:
1,534
Posted By
Pawjam3
Thanks to all who responded. I'm thinking that...
Thanks to all who responded. I'm thinking that buying a CB here rather than a Canada-only cellphone when we get there might be the best long-term solution.
Forum:
5th Wheel Discussion
08-17-2012, 01:25 PM
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20
Our cell phones won't work in Canada
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2,616
Posted By
Pawjam3
Thanks to all who responded. We've done an...
Thanks to all who responded. We've done an internet search and have come up with several options.
Forum:
5th Wheel Discussion
08-15-2012, 05:50 PM
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20
Our cell phones won't work in Canada
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2,616
Posted By
Pawjam3
We use Tracfone, prepaid. We also use Skype when...
We use Tracfone, prepaid. We also use Skype when at a place that offers wifi. I'm just concerned about not being able to call "roadside assistance" in case of a breakdown.
Forum:
5th Wheel Discussion
08-15-2012, 01:28 PM
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20
Our cell phones won't work in Canada
Views:
2,616
Posted By
Pawjam3
Our cell phones won't work in Canada
We'll be leaving for Canada, from St. Louis, in about a week and a half. Our cell phones will not work there. We are still newbies. Any suggestions?
Thanks, Jim
Forum:
Travel Trailer Discussion
07-26-2012, 11:37 AM
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15
Cleaning Tank Sensors??
Views:
3,496
Posted By
Pawjam3
GEO
Local supermarket did not have any powdered water softener. Ideas? Thanks.
Forum:
CB & Ham Radio
07-25-2012, 08:45 AM
Replies:
8
CB Radio?
Views:
1,534
Posted By
Pawjam3
CB Radio?
Does it anyone think I should buy a CB radio? If so, why? Thanks!
Jim
St. Louis:)
Forum:
Travel Trailer Discussion
07-25-2012, 08:21 AM
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15
Cleaning Tank Sensors??
Views:
3,496
Posted By
Pawjam3
Pawjam3
Just read the GEO site yesterday, printed it and am eager to try it.:dance:
Forum:
Travel Trailer Discussion
07-25-2012, 08:02 AM
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67
Newbies and oldies, things nobody told me.
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7,912
Posted By
Pawjam3
Newbie talking again....does anyone recommend...
Newbie talking again....does anyone recommend buying a CB radio? And, if so, why? Thanks.
Jim
St. Louis
Forum:
5th Wheel Discussion
07-22-2012, 04:22 PM
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3
5th wheel slide
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1,112
Posted By
Pawjam3
5th wheel slide
P.S. No it doesn't jam every time. It's in storage right now but will be getting it out in about 3 weeks. I'll check things then.
Forum:
5th Wheel Discussion
07-21-2012, 11:57 AM
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40
Worst RV question ever !?!
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4,749
Posted By
Pawjam3
Had to chuckle when I realized that never in my...
Had to chuckle when I realized that never in my wildest dreams before becoming an RVer would I have thought this much conversation would be dedicated to toilets and toilet etiquette. Lovin' it!
Forum:
5th Wheel Discussion
07-20-2012, 08:38 AM
Replies:
40
Worst RV question ever !?!
Views:
4,749
Posted By
Pawjam3
I hear that!
I hear that!
Forum:
Travel Trailer Discussion
07-19-2012, 10:45 AM
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8
quick question about propane
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1,074
Posted By
Pawjam3
My '07 Chapparal owners manual recommends turning...
My '07 Chapparal owners manual recommends turning them off. Also, disconnecting the battery after a trip. We just bought it in March and I learned another newbie lesson on our 3rd trip last month. ...
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Travel Trailer Discussion
07-19-2012, 10:37 AM
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67
Newbies and oldies, things nobody told me.
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7,912
Posted By
Pawjam3
Ditto on the friendliness and helpfulness. But...
Ditto on the friendliness and helpfulness. But we have been kept awake by folks who stay up partying loudly past "quiet hours" time. Suggestions on handling that?:confused:
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Travel Trailer Discussion
07-17-2012, 11:21 AM
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67
Newbies and oldies, things nobody told me.
Views:
7,912
Posted By
Pawjam3
I didn't buy the right kind of hose and it sprung...
I didn't buy the right kind of hose and it sprung a leak. Fortunately, a neighbor had an extra which he gave me a very good deal on, and told me to buy a water pressure regulator. A what?? He...
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Travel Trailer Discussion
07-17-2012, 11:17 AM
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67
Newbies and oldies, things nobody told me.
Views:
7,912
Posted By
Pawjam3
Note to other newbies...make sure you only use...
Note to other newbies...make sure you only use TV/Marine type toilet paper (as the owner's manual tells us) as well as flushing plenty of water down the toilet after use. Also, do not empty your...
Forum:
Travel Trailer Discussion
07-12-2012, 12:48 PM
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906
Poll:
What's your age and what do you tow?
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239,358
Posted By
Pawjam3
Just turned 76, wife of 26 and a half years is...
Just turned 76, wife of 26 and a half years is 61. Bought a 2007 Chapparal and a 2003 Ford 3/4 ton diesel Super Cab in March. Why? Because my son is getting married and moving away so we have no...
Forum:
5th Wheel Discussion
07-12-2012, 12:39 PM
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3
5th wheel slide
Views:
1,112
Posted By
Pawjam3
Thanks, Mark! I'll try what you suggested. ...
Thanks, Mark! I'll try what you suggested. Also, yoiur idea of a broken tooth makes sense. Maybe that's why a twist of that long bolt always works. Jim
Forum:
5th Wheel Discussion
07-10-2012, 03:05 PM
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3
5th wheel slide
Views:
1,112
Posted By
Pawjam3
5th wheel slide
I'm a newbie with a 30 foot Chapparal. The slide contains the dinette and a sofa. Sometimes it jams when trying to extend and won't move. I can hear the clutch slipping. I'm able to unjam it with...
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