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Might be getting back in the game but not at these stupid prices. Not sure If I'll do a buggy or SxS but if I do the wife is talking 4 seater this time. Anyways, I'll need something to haul a toy around and was thinking it may be cost effective to build my own flatbed in my spare time. Thoughts? Anybody done it, have some sketches? I know how my old Carson was built and some of that would work but not for any real weight, plus it was 20'. I'm thinking 14' to 16' and maybe just single axle?
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We picked up the new 5er with the executive hitch installed. Having never had a true fifth wheel hitch before this review is slightly skewed but take it for what it is. I went with the B&W drop in ball, mostly due to the built in handle. I will say this set up is extremely well built and the puck system is perfect. Hitching and unhitching are idiot proof with the executive automatic. For hitching just line her up and lower the hitch onto the ball. No pins to worry about or honestly there is really not a way to screw this up. To unhitch just pull the cable and raise your rig. Pulling the rig is like a dream, no chucking and very little buc…
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I have a 16' box trailer that has (2) LED lights in the ceiling run off a switch on the wall. The thing is, they only work when my trailer is plugged into my truck. I'll tell you straight out, I am not an electrical guru...in fact I hate electrical stuff. Is there an easy way to do a bypass to where the lights work of either this batter off the tongue or to the car battery I have inside the trailer? Hopefully without digging behind the walls and re-routing it all..??? Help me Obi Wan....you're my only hope!
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After selling my 2005 K2 last year I got the itch for a new rig and my wife and I started looking. She hated the master bedroom where you could only walk around half the bed. We also really wanted the residential shower. Took some faith in our salesman but he promised us we would love the Genesis Supreme special edition So we ordered it in September with damn near every bell and whistle we could think of. I wanted to throw out huge props to Hunter Green with Rowley White in Phoenix. He made the process ridiculously easy and made it so we didn’t even want to shop around. We did the residential package(more about that later), 3 solar panels, dual lithium batteri…
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I’m starting to get more serious about upgrading my Moho. I currently have a 2009 Super C Kodak diesel bunkhouse that has severed us well. However, I really want some newer features and I want to go to a stacker trailer so the 10k tow capacity isn’t enough. I need minimum 15k tow capacity and really prefer 20k. I like the Super C concept as I like to do my own maintenance and the engine access is fantastic. Also like the safety of a front engine. That being said, I’m not opposed to a Class A. The must haves are: bunk beds that can convert to closet or other use when extra sleeping not needed Overhead bed above cab Large kitchen with ample storage and p…
Last reply by Dockmaster, -
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I’m picking up my new Moho in two weeks. It has twin saddle tanks and best filled from both sides so truck stops will be my preferred way to fuel. I believe there are some apps or fuel cards that you can get even if you don’t have a big commercial account. What do you guys have that you like? I would prefer to not have to go into the counter every time which only pisses off the trucks behind you waiting to fuel. Plus I think some offer similar discounts that the commercial guys get?
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So Da chEFF has owned this beauty for 21 years. Blew the first motor at 162,000 miles. A lot of you have heard the story. $30,000 later a new 3126 Caterpillar Motor was installed by Lonnie @ Dynamic Diesel in Phoenix, AZ. (Thanks Squatcher for the Hook-Up). The man knows what he's doing. Anyway, while on a trip last week headed to Colorado the Engine was running Hotter than normal and some white smoke was exiting the exhaust pipe and the (pressure exhaust?) A phone call was made to Robert L while sitting on the side of the HWY. Explained the situation to him and with no further a dew he says very calmly, "Hate to be the Bearer of Bad News chEFF, but you need to turn aroun…
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I have a 35’ a on workhorse chassis 8.1/allison 5 speed. Sounds like my hydraulic pump for steering/brakes is crapping out. Want to get it in for full tune up (a/c pump, water pump, belt/pulleys, brakes, full chassis service). Would rather avoid motorhome places like ricks etc as they all have months long backlog
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There was a thread on the old forum with lots of contacts for people who repaired foggy RV windows.... but it's gone now. who have you used, and would you recommend them? Socal area (Riverside) I have used auto glass boss before... but looking to use someone else.
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Can't find any at Walmart, Autozone, Oriellys, etc. Need 5 gallons. What the heck?
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Where is the best place to buy brakes right now? Looking for a full kit, drums, bearings, backing plates with everything assembled and self-adjusting. I have found them at Southwest for $360 an axle with Timken bearings. Any place cheaper?
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I bought a new Ford F250 and looking at buying a bigger 5th wheel then i now have. I want to put air bags on the truck. What the best ones to buy? All i seem it see for sale is good year and 5000 lift??? I don’t know anything about either type. What should i be looking for. Thanks in advance Lardog
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My friends water tank in his motorhome has a small crack, I remember someone on here fixes them, but don't remember who....
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I’m currently in the process of ordering a new Moho. They offer a LiPo battery upgrade but it seems really expensive compared to the standard AGM batteries. They don’t specify the brand of batteries and based on pictures it looks like they use different brands. I’m guessing this is based on availability. What they specify is you get 3x 100ah batteries with internal heaters, a battery monitor, battery isolation manager and a battery guard auto select. All for the bargain price of $5,376. So my question is; is this price remotely reasonable? I’m willing to pay a premium for the convenience but if I can do these myself later for half the cost then I will just do that. The…
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Had a couple blowouts on the toy hauler this weekend so I’m going to get all new tires. Mine are about 5 years old and looking pretty rough. What tires are you guys running that seem to be holding up well?
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It’s time to replace the old weekend warrior toilet. Does anybody have any suggestions on make and models to look at?
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Just finished an exhaust upgrade on Big Winnie. Going to Lone Pine for Thanksgiving so will see if it actually helps mileage and power as they claim. I figure even just removing that YUGE stock muffler will help save some weight. Since most of my camping is in campgrounds nowadays, I didn’t want to be that guy with a straight pipe. This is quite a lot more vocal in than stock but not straight pipe loud. Have thought about tuning it but not sure I want to risk making the Allison angry. Would be nice to reduce the turbo lag a bit (Cummins 8.9 common rail)
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One of the biggest RV shows in the country is the Florida RV Super Show. It is in mid-January in Tampa. I’m thinking of flying over to check it out next month. I’m rapidly narrowing in on my short list of favorites to upgrade my Moho. I thought it would be worthwhile to see a bunch of models and ideas all at one time. I’m curious if anyone has been to this show in recent years and what you thought of it? I’m not necessarily going with the intent of buying there, more just to see, feel and touch. There really aren’t any dealers in my immediate area that have the models I’m considering so I’m going to have to travel regardless. Thoughts or input?
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I don’t know if this has been a topic but does anyone have instructions converting a regular stacker lift into a belly?
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For Sale: B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch. It’s a turnover ball setup so the rails aren’t stuck in your bed with a bunch of holes. Sold my 5th wheel trailer and buying a motorhome so I don’t need this anymore. $500.00
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So this is my new to me motorhome, and I am trying to figure our whether I already have problems with these highline AGM's that are about 2 years old. first off.... is this considered series or parallel? (this is the diagram on the door) #2 hard to tell from these pics... but it looks like they are wired up the same way the diagram suggests which brings me to the main question. First... background of this system.... It has 2 magnum 2000 watt inverters, one dedicated to the residential fridge, and the other to the rest of the "house".... it is supposed to be 4 batteries for the fridge, and 4 for the house.....…
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Just looking to get some opinions, if you had a $20k budget. What is the best quality 5th wheel toyhauler you'd look at? Add-ons or upgrades don't apply, just looking for a solid trailer that won't fall apart.
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Got a big buggy last season that takes up much of our already big enclosed trailer. Moving from our standard travel VW to LS Long travel has been amazing. BUT Packing everything has been a puzzle. Thinking of going to a stacker trailer but no one in our Group has one so don’t know in’s and outs of them. Have a 2008 38’ Mandalay Presidio with a Cummins 360. Wondering how the RV would handle the extra height/weight. RV handles our 26’ box with no issues now. Do the stackers get crazy to tow in high winds? Why do none of the very few currently for sale stackers have fuel cells? Thoughts on the two types of lifts. Looking to buy a used trailer. …
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Lets see your RV's
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I took a 5th wheel Toyhauler in on trade. The flooring is a little hammered and before I list it for sale I want to spruce it up. Looking to see what works in a toyhauler. The Lifeproof stuff looks nice but not sure it'll hold up in toyhauler garage. I can always do coin floor but I'm thinking something a little nicer.
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