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Forum: Keystone RV Service & Warranty Issues 03-09-2022, 05:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,614
Posted By Johnnyfry
I hate so say it again: extended warranties are a...

I hate so say it again: extended warranties are a giant rip off. The carry commissions as high as 50% to the selling salesman so they heavily pressure the customer to sign on before they leave the...
Forum: Technical Corner 05-01-2021, 12:35 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 19,132
Posted By Johnnyfry
Li Battery discussion

I am joining the discussion late in the game and may have missed a couple of entries but, the question no one seems to have asked is just how much is the OP drawing with his television watching. Many...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 02-27-2021, 04:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,185
Posted By Johnnyfry
The definitive tire pressure is dependent upon...

The definitive tire pressure is dependent upon load. Get the trailer weighed a a CAT scale and determine the load on each tire. Go to the tire manufacturer's web site and look up your model on the...
Forum: Technical Corner 09-30-2020, 06:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,615
Posted By Johnnyfry
Paralleling Generators

As an electrical engineer, I can tell you that this is a very risky endeavor and probably doomed to failure. First of all: small non-inverter generators cannot be paralleled at all without disastrous...
Forum: Towing 09-24-2020, 10:50 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 15,516
Posted By Johnnyfry
Dealers will lie to you in order to make the...

Dealers will lie to you in order to make the sale. You need to research ALL aspects of towing specs!
Forum: Technical Corner 08-15-2020, 12:20 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,739
Posted By Johnnyfry
I have never had a problem. I use the security...

I have never had a problem. I use the security loop with a bicycle lock and I also close the box cover and run the lock cable through the cover lock. They would pretty much have to cut the line cable...
Forum: Travel Trailers 07-01-2020, 10:35 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,690
Posted By Johnnyfry
Maybe not for everyone, but we never put TP down...

Maybe not for everyone, but we never put TP down the toilet, we use a bag. That said, I recommend Scott single ply TP. It seems to be popular as many prople on the groups use it. Lots less expensive...
Forum: Travel Trailers 07-28-2019, 12:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,250
Posted By Johnnyfry
Garbage disposal

Frankly this is a terrible idea. I learned years ago that you don’t use a garbage disposal with a septic system let alone a closed tank system in an RV. If you use a mascerator pump you will wear it...
Forum: Travel Trailers 07-28-2019, 09:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,947
Posted By Johnnyfry
Filling with Nitrogen

Nitrogen follows the same gas law as air does and will increase pressure as it heats up. PV=NRT Also bear in mind that air is 78% notrogen.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 06-02-2019, 12:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,655
Posted By Johnnyfry
I use two 232ah 6 volt Interstate golf cart...

I use two 232ah 6 volt Interstate golf cart batteries. They have done me well for almost 5 years. Cheaper than Lifelines or Trojans.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 04-14-2019, 07:49 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,514
Posted By Johnnyfry
You have certainly done your homework on this...

You have certainly done your homework on this rig. That is a good thing: many people just take the salesman’s recommendation that you have “no problem towing this”...they lie! We had a 34 foot Cougar...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 12-16-2018, 08:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,368
Posted By Johnnyfry
First check to see if the t-stat and light are on...

First check to see if the t-stat and light are on the same fuse. Using a multi meter monitor when you switch the light on and off. Do the same measuring at the t-stat. Remove the light switch from...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 10-04-2018, 10:11 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 50,900
Posted By Johnnyfry
Just remember that trailer tires are not rated...

Just remember that trailer tires are not rated for 70-75 mph! Best to keep it at 60 or so.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 09-15-2018, 06:35 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,164
Posted By Johnnyfry
Remember this: Extended are a big profit point...

Remember this: Extended are a big profit point for the dealer, commissions can run as high as 50%. There is big pressure to put you into one of these but they seldom pay off for the customer. My...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-12-2018, 07:50 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 14,715
Posted By Johnnyfry
You really need a 3500 series Dually to safely...

You really need a 3500 series Dually to safely tow and stop this rig. Get it with an exhaust brake, especially if you drive in the mountains.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-12-2018, 07:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,131
Posted By Johnnyfry
I believe that you have an out of spec regulator....

I believe that you have an out of spec regulator. The fridge is designed to operate on 11"WC. If the pressure is not in spec you will get results like you are reporting. Go to a propane supplier...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-09-2018, 03:00 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,613
Posted By Johnnyfry
Go for a 3500 series, preferably a dully. My...

Go for a 3500 series, preferably a dully. My personal preference would be a Dodge with a Cummins diesel but whatever. Go for a 3500 series!
Forum: Keystone Questions 08-09-2018, 07:12 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,013
Posted By Johnnyfry
Ping your dealer for the build order sheet. He...

Ping your dealer for the build order sheet. He should have it and your serial number should match. It he threw it away, the factory should have a copy on file they can send you.
Forum: Technical Corner 05-27-2018, 10:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,670
Posted By Johnnyfry
You will need to make a special adapter cord to...

You will need to make a special adapter cord to convert from the generators 120/240 V output to a 30 amp RV standard plug as they are undoubtedly different and the RV plug would not fit in any event....
Forum: Tires, Tires, Tires! 05-27-2018, 09:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,815
Posted By Johnnyfry
All tire manufacturers publish a load VS pressure...

All tire manufacturers publish a load VS pressure chart. The pressure (cold) you put in depends on load. The best way to determine this is to get weighed. You need the weight on each tire so if you...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 10-31-2016, 06:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,465
Posted By Johnnyfry
Forum: Classifieds Archive 10-30-2016, 11:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,465
Posted By Johnnyfry
King Jack RV-TV antenna

I have a new King Jack RV-TV antenna which I cannot use. It is in the original box and includes the accessory baseplate for mounting to an RV roof. The plate will cover the removal hole left by the...
Forum: Technical Corner 01-05-2014, 05:02 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,399
Posted By Johnnyfry
Reply to SAD

Kindly go to nfcu.org and note that https: appears before ANY login information is exchanged. This is becoming more common and it IS secure because public key information is exchanged PRIOR to entry...
Forum: Technical Corner 12-28-2013, 08:33 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,399
Posted By Johnnyfry
Use a VPN

A lot of the internet insecurity comes from the fact that unencrypted traffic flows between you and the campground WiFi router. Some, NOT ALL, banks encrypt from the beginning of the connection,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-18-2012, 06:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,947
Posted By Johnnyfry
Instrument sweep

I believe that it is a calibration test. In my Dodge you can make this occur by pushing in the trip odo reset at the same time as Turing on the key. It allows you to test if all the electronic meters...
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