Forum: Campfire Chatter
07-27-2016, 02:33 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,317
Portable icemaker
Love ours, have used it for years every trip. Little tip, let the first three cycles drop the ice back in the water hopper, it will speed up the cycles and quality of ice. These units make ice fast...
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Forum: Travel Trailers
07-25-2016, 01:28 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 13,211
X2
This valve went on our SRX last year, believe its the black tank rinse one-way valve, definitely check this area out.
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Forum: Towing
07-24-2016, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 65
Views: 18,574
Brakes
Just this year we have noticed a degradation in the brakes, however after using them on the last trip they came back to what we considered 'normal'. I suspect that the electrical contacts just...
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Forum: Odds 'n Ends
07-23-2016, 01:43 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,391
Inverter battery mod
Just wanted to share last trip experience with the battery / inverter mod from last Spring. If you have been thinking of installing a battery bank and inverter, go for it! Not cheap, however really...
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Forum: General RV Issues
07-23-2016, 12:36 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 46,042
Generator in tv
X2, never had any issues with running in TV, never felt it necessary to drive a 6' post in any Walmart parking lots over the years.... Just kidding.... If an alarm went off (never has) while...
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Forum: Keystone Questions
06-22-2016, 03:28 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,559
Maxxair deluxe
Love the Maxxair Deluxe, pulls an amazing volume of air through the unit.
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Forum: Tow Vehicles
06-21-2016, 01:02 PM
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Replies: 52
Views: 9,584
Video
I must say... I did giggle with watching the video. Seems like a mistake in marketing frankly, going after an industry leader with an innovative approach will I'm reasonably sure bite Chevy when...
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Forum: Tow Vehicles
06-15-2016, 02:47 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 5,928
Diesel
I'll jump on this post with a thumbs up, considering our rig and what we tow, if I had to do it again, it would be another diesel dually. Just ones perspective.
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Forum: Keystone Questions
06-09-2016, 01:40 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,844
Remote
Exactly. Remote has been and awesome benefit for us. I did replace the battery again this year, will bring it in the garage this year.
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Forum: Modifications and Upgrades
06-02-2016, 02:34 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 5,812
2nd Air
During heat of the day down at Myrtle Beach the 2nd bedroom 13500 has made huge difference. We also use a portable unit in the SRX garage, again, huge benefit.
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Forum: Technical Corner
05-31-2016, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 5,978
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Forum: Tow Vehicles
05-31-2016, 01:44 PM
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Replies: 1,878
Views: 816,168
Line-X
We did the Line-X when the truck was new, still looks awesome, best investment for bed lining!
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Forum: Toy Haulers
05-27-2016, 12:39 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,532
Maxxfan deluxe install
Got the MAXXFAN Deluxe installed, very happy with performance, thumbs up on this product for sure. https://youtu.be/FRbkcrPJN4I
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Forum: Fifth Wheels
05-26-2016, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 4,239
Refill
I've been doing this for years, yes, put it in the freezer and you get about 60-70% refill.
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Forum: Toy Haulers
05-16-2016, 01:06 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 17,531
Batteries
I would suggest seeking advice on how to upgrade with your specific requirements. You have a single battery now, upgrading with either parallel or series is always dependent on personal choice...
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Forum: Technical Corner
05-16-2016, 12:43 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 16,270
Hard start capacitor
Definitely don't want to combat other perspectives, however my experience with capacitors is very positive. I installed one on our 15K unit the first year and had a very noticeable difference of...
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Forum: Technical Corner
05-14-2016, 02:33 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,508
Solar and Generator
I keep our 18W panel connected while on shore power, no different than generator, no problem. The charge controller and onboard converter regulate just fine.
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Forum: Modifications and Upgrades
05-13-2016, 02:25 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 8,475
6V
Very nice! Keep them watered and you will be very happy.
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Forum: Lite Weight Trailers
05-13-2016, 02:21 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 21,538
Clear coat
Looks great, hope this lasts, please keep us informed. I have been really wondering about some type of sealing coat. Until then, just keep using the orbital buffer and cleaning wax, definitely a...
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Forum: Modifications and Upgrades
05-10-2016, 02:20 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 8,475
Reserve Capacity
Yes, this setup which we will work with this year has 480 RC. I will be very careful and only use 50-75%, then recharge. We are willing to go with less AH than the 6V series connection golf cart...
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Forum: Modifications and Upgrades
05-09-2016, 02:19 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 8,475
Very nice
Very nice indeed, well done. I'm really thinking of dipping a toe in the solar for supplementing our generator use. I have the small 18W panel that keeps the unit charged during winter, however...
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Forum: Fifth Wheels
05-09-2016, 01:48 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 13,549
Fastec
It was a couple of years ago, however I'm positive it was Fastec that I ordered extra keys for both front and rear doors in our SRX, they work perfectly.
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Forum: Modifications and Upgrades
05-09-2016, 01:43 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 13,589
Exhaust
Never had a problem with the exhaust, if running the generator in the truck, it points directly to the v tailgate, never had any alarm issues in the unit while running.
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Forum: Modifications and Upgrades
05-04-2016, 02:45 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 13,589
Pics
I have pics of everything from last post... Will take a bit to find them... DSC0078 shows the rear with the pigtail. Hope this answers some of the questions from this post!
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Forum: Modifications and Upgrades
05-04-2016, 02:37 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 13,589
Generator / cord towing 5th wheel
Hey all. Yes, you can have a generator in the TV, running while towing, connected to cord, run to the rear of the 5th wheel, plugged into the shore plug, running 120V (aircon). I've been doing it...
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