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Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-21-2017, 04:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,648
Posted By jshupe
Looks like 2016 F350 SRW CCLB 4x4 payload should...

Looks like 2016 F350 SRW CCLB 4x4 payload should be at least 3700#. That gives op ~1100# above the manufacturer hitch weight to play with. Assuming 400# of passengers and 200# hitch, 500# of...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-21-2017, 04:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,648
Posted By jshupe
You should have plenty of margin. Go to the...

You should have plenty of margin. Go to the scales if you are worried about it, but...

19.5" LRH tires have similar lateral stability to dual LRE tires. Something worth considering if you don't...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-18-2017, 11:14 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 19,734
Posted By jshupe
We had a TT for a while - Keystone Hideout...

We had a TT for a while - Keystone Hideout 260LHS, which was ~30ft tongue to bumper. Pulled it behind a 2014 F-150 CCSB EB. We started with an EAZ-Lift, then moved to BlueOX, and eventually Propride...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-15-2017, 12:13 PM
Replies: 1,878
Views: 816,491
Posted By jshupe
Thanks. Still a WIP so if you are curious, check...

Thanks. Still a WIP so if you are curious, check the link in my sig from time to time.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-14-2017, 09:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,624
Posted By jshupe
I never made any argument otherwise. In fact, I...

I never made any argument otherwise. In fact, I recommended to the op to go with a 3500HD DRW to ensure legal compliance.

As for the courts, my truck is registered for 12K (DMV laughed me off...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-14-2017, 08:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,624
Posted By jshupe
Can you provide any technical arguments for your...

Can you provide any technical arguments for your position, or are you only going to point to the sticker?
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-14-2017, 06:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,624
Posted By jshupe
Someone else already commented on this, but the...

Someone else already commented on this, but the differences between 2011+ 2500HD and 3500HD SRW trucks are only upper overloads and tire options. Air bags and tires effectively turn a 2500HD into a...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-14-2017, 04:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,624
Posted By jshupe
I towed ours with a 2015 2500HD + airbags +...

I towed ours with a 2015 2500HD + airbags + 275/65r20 tires, which should handle very similar to a 3500HD SRW, which has an extra overload (substituted here with airbags) and different tire size with...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-14-2017, 01:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,624
Posted By jshupe
We have the Alpine "equivalent", the 3730FB. It...

We have the Alpine "equivalent", the 3730FB. It has a slightly higher overall weight, but lower pin weight, and is a foot and a half shorter at 38'11". We absolutely love the floor plan. I'd look at...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-13-2017, 05:18 PM
Replies: 1,878
Views: 816,491
Posted By jshupe
We took it on the beach (truck only, no trailer)...

We took it on the beach (truck only, no trailer) down in Port Aransas at Mustang Island State Park. We didn't air down at all (80PSI front, 100PSI rear) and didn't get stuck, but did have some wheel...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-13-2017, 02:31 PM
Replies: 1,878
Views: 816,491
Posted By jshupe
https://www.lifeenroute.com/wp-content/uploads/201...

https://www.lifeenroute.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/rig-01022016.jpg

The thing I wish we would have done differently is find an Alpine with the full body paint.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-13-2017, 01:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,972
Posted By jshupe
I never said anything to the contrary, or even go...

I never said anything to the contrary, or even go on to recommend other people use 3/4Ts for such large trailers.

What I asked for was a technical explanation of how I am unsafe. If I had a 3500HD...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-13-2017, 07:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,972
Posted By jshupe
I have yet to see any technical justification for...

I have yet to see any technical justification for the accusation that my truck is inadequate. The poster yesterday obviously didn't even bother to fully read my post before beginning his critique....
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-12-2017, 07:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,972
Posted By jshupe
As clearly noted in my post, I am under GCWR...

As clearly noted in my post, I am under GCWR (24.5K) at all times. I am over GVWR for a 2500HD, but well within the limits for my modified vehicle. I'm not running helpers, I'm not running LRE tires,...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-12-2017, 12:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,972
Posted By jshupe
Thanks! Congrats on yours, as well. If you're...

Thanks! Congrats on yours, as well. If you're worried about weights, next time you go for wheels and tires, consider 19.5"s. They're a little pricey, but should last twice as long per set, and give...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 01-11-2017, 10:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,972
Posted By jshupe
We did pull the trigger on the trailer. I am...

We did pull the trigger on the trailer. I am still towing it with the 2500HD, but put a Kelderman 4-Link Air Ride under it and run Michelin LRH 19.5" tires, among a few other things. Suspension is...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 05-16-2016, 05:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,972
Posted By jshupe
Alpine 3730FB Questions

My wife and I are considering full-timing. We're not sure if we want to dive completely into it, or start with some extended stays, but it's on the table and we're looking at RVs again. Third time is...
Forum: General RV Issues 11-21-2014, 02:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,445
Posted By jshupe
The Propride hitch stays on the trailer... It's...

The Propride hitch stays on the trailer... It's bolted on and a pain to remove. On the flip side, it's very expensive and I don't want it growing legs even if it is difficult to do.
Forum: General RV Issues 11-21-2014, 10:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,445
Posted By jshupe
Cover and Security

I have a 2015 Keystone Hideout 260LHS. We live in a HOA (that was a mistake) and can't keep it at our house, so we are currently paying $55/mo for it to sit in a storage lot about five miles away....
Forum: Keystone RV Service & Warranty Issues 11-17-2014, 08:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,720
Posted By jshupe
I know this is against several pieces of advice I...

I know this is against several pieces of advice I received here, but I eventually just got fed up with them and dealt with it myself.

I put the bolt through the axle myself, torqued it to spec...
Forum: Keystone RV Service & Warranty Issues 10-17-2014, 11:02 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,720
Posted By jshupe
The parts will be here Monday or Tuesday. They...

The parts will be here Monday or Tuesday. They want me to either put the bolt through the axle myself, or pay for a mobile service tech to do it, after which they will reimburse me the cost. I...
Forum: Keystone RV Service & Warranty Issues 10-17-2014, 09:19 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,720
Posted By jshupe
They're going to have me take it to a (different)...

They're going to have me take it to a (different) dealer once the bolt has been replaced for a full inspection under warranty and an alignment. I'll be sure to push my concerns there.
Forum: Keystone RV Service & Warranty Issues 10-17-2014, 07:12 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,720
Posted By jshupe
Talked to Keystone this morning: They said to...

Talked to Keystone this morning: They said to have a mobile repair service fix it, and they'll reimburse me.

Talked to the dealer this morning: They said they are looking for a mobile service to...
Forum: Keystone RV Service & Warranty Issues 10-16-2014, 03:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,720
Posted By jshupe
I just sent off an email to the dealer. I'll...

I just sent off an email to the dealer. I'll follow up via phone in the morning. You are all probably right: I need to stop playing nice and put my foot down to get anything done.



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Forum: Keystone RV Service & Warranty Issues 10-16-2014, 03:06 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,720
Posted By jshupe
I would not move it as-is. If anything, I would...

I would not move it as-is. If anything, I would install a proper eye bolt where it is, and immediately take it to a dealership for further inspection and an alignment.
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