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Forum: Fifth Wheels 09-18-2016, 01:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,330
Posted By TomHaycraft
While many malign the environmental controls on...

While many malign the environmental controls on today's diesels, benefit of a properly working diesel particular filter ... no soot on my 5er!
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-14-2016, 03:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,148
Posted By TomHaycraft
I started with the Reese R16 and Sidewinder with...

I started with the Reese R16 and Sidewinder with my 1st trailer and short-bed 1/2 ton Chevy. When moving up to the 3500HD, I went long wheel base, have the same R16 and pinned the Sidewinder. The...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 07-28-2016, 03:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,127
Posted By TomHaycraft
I added the GSR steps to my Springdale after a...

I added the GSR steps to my Springdale after a lift. Already added a set to my new trailer within the first month of owning it. Well worth the cost, very stable and closer to standard rise and...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 06-28-2016, 11:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,154
Posted By TomHaycraft
Title of your thread caught my eye. On Friday, I...

Title of your thread caught my eye. On Friday, I take delivery on a Grand Design Reflection 303RLS. I've been trolling the GD forum for the last month or two, saw a couple references for another...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 06-19-2016, 04:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,724
Posted By TomHaycraft
Chllaxin, how is the sound quality? As good as...

Chllaxin, how is the sound quality? As good as any Bluetooth connection?
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 06-19-2016, 03:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,198
Posted By TomHaycraft
Hand tool or power tool, always a selling point...

Hand tool or power tool, always a selling point for me!
Forum: Toy Haulers 05-11-2016, 03:37 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,636
Posted By TomHaycraft
This thread has been a good read. Speaks volumes...

This thread has been a good read. Speaks volumes to the quandary I'm in now. I've got the urge to upgrade, but am not ready to spend money on something that I'll have to look over my shoulder and...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 05-04-2016, 03:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,460
Posted By TomHaycraft
Another product to consider is the Glow Step...

Another product to consider is the Glow Step Revolution (glad the product is better than the name!). A long thread on RV.Net...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 05-03-2016, 03:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,843
Posted By TomHaycraft
I like the concept, have this mod on my "to-do"...

I like the concept, have this mod on my "to-do" list as well. I like the way you trimmed out the front and left edges of each step. What product did you use? Was it a glue-on veneer, or did you...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 05-02-2016, 05:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,966
Posted By TomHaycraft
Yup! Like he said! One of many mods I've done...

Yup! Like he said! One of many mods I've done to the trailer, definitely one of the more satisfying.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 04-19-2016, 02:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 31,597
Posted By TomHaycraft
Good to hear the about the success you had. Based...

Good to hear the about the success you had. Based on posts like yours, I've got them bookmarked in my browser, in that off-chance I'll need them as well.
Forum: Fifth Wheels 04-12-2016, 03:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,867
Posted By TomHaycraft
I found that once or twice a year, I'd have to...

I found that once or twice a year, I'd have to drop the arm and re-grease the turret. While i preferred to do the job with my Combat Engineer son, when not able to drop by, I found I could still...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 04-04-2016, 03:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,867
Posted By TomHaycraft
I used one for most of 3 years when I had a 1/2...

I used one for most of 3 years when I had a 1/2 ton with short bed. Not that I wanted to, but could go 90 degrees if needed without contact with the cab. I couldn't 'afford' the weight penalty of the...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-24-2016, 06:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,519
Posted By TomHaycraft
Hi John, Once I cut through your frustration...

Hi John,

Once I cut through your frustration and references to air bags that you started off with, I got to the pertinent information about transfer of load through the superstructure for which I...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-24-2016, 05:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,519
Posted By TomHaycraft
Thank you, I like the thought of bumping up by 2...

Thank you, I like the thought of bumping up by 2 columns! Yes, individual wheel weights is on my list of things to do. There is an Escapees location, 2 to 3 hours hours east me that I can schedule...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-24-2016, 05:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,519
Posted By TomHaycraft
I appreciate the replies. Maybe my choice of...

I appreciate the replies. Maybe my choice of words wasn't the best to describe the manufacture weight ratings, I know there is no changing those. Also, to clarify, the increase in axle and tire...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-23-2016, 05:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,519
Posted By TomHaycraft
Adding on to the description that started this...

Adding on to the description that started this topic, we had the trailer out for the first time this last weekend, since the repairs were complete.

With a trip first to CAT Scales, we found the...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-23-2016, 05:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,840
Posted By TomHaycraft
Damage from a blow out in November resulted in a...

Damage from a blow out in November resulted in a hole in my subfloor with damage to the wiring. Needless to say, the waterproof mesh and insulation were history.

In fixing this, I asked about...
Forum: Towing 02-15-2016, 04:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,707
Posted By TomHaycraft
Had Timbrens in my prior TV (2009 Silverado 1/2...

Had Timbrens in my prior TV (2009 Silverado 1/2 ton), they were perfect! Stabilized the rear end when towing, did not experience any "bouncing" and rarely was aware of the unloaded. Once I go to a...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-14-2016, 06:26 AM
Replies: 1,878
Views: 811,411
Posted By TomHaycraft
Loss of the bed cargo space is a small sacrifice...

Loss of the bed cargo space is a small sacrifice (IMHO) for the improvements in towing a 5er. Nice setup.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-14-2016, 06:18 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,919
Posted By TomHaycraft
Saw the weight, I thought ... same weight as my...

Saw the weight, I thought ... same weight as my trailer! Had a laugh when I saw the make of your trailer. When I had the chance to buy my trailer, I got what my truck at the time could tow. When I...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-12-2016, 04:00 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 14,205
Posted By TomHaycraft
I faced same limitation with my Springdale. ...

I faced same limitation with my Springdale. Nothing for the cushioned equalizer, so I did what I could and added the wet-bolt kit.
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-09-2016, 07:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,519
Posted By TomHaycraft
Very reasonable! When there was a need, they...

Very reasonable! When there was a need, they invited me back. With the rapport I developed with the tech in charge of my trailer's repair, I sense they would have taken me back if I had wanted to...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 02-09-2016, 04:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,661
Posted By TomHaycraft
In general, I agree, usually I'm quite...

In general, I agree, usually I'm quite comfortable at 65. However, on a stretch of road SE of Austin where the speed limit is 85, I'd like to have the confidence that nudging up to 70 or 75, won't...
Forum: Repairs & Maintenance 02-08-2016, 03:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,519
Posted By TomHaycraft
Can I trust you are not a plant for their...

Can I trust you are not a plant for their insurance company? :D

I was invited back once during the decision-making process to confirm the weight of sheet metal to use and methods to secure and...
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