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  1. OU

    Predator 3500 Gen

    Read some older threads about this generator. Anyone have significant hours accumulated on one yet? I have seen a few negative youtube vids on them but also some positives. I know oil break-in is imperative. Thanks
  2. DR

    Airlift Loadlifter 5000 Questions

    Hello All, I just had the Loadlifter 5000 airbags installed on my 2019 RAM 1500, to level out the truck when pulling our 2020 2512s Mini Lite. ( Trailer seemed to drop the rear of the truck about 2") Unfortunately, there are NO INSTRUCTIONS on use of the airbags.....so: 1. Do I inflate the...
  3. RE

    2500 Suburban as tow vehicle

    I am new to the game and looking for advice... TT = 2018 Salem 27 REI... TT weight is 7639 My wife is wanting to pull it with a 2500 Suburban as the unit will serve dual purpose for her hiking adventures. Found a super clean suburban ( 6.0 liter with 3.73 gears). Searched all over and...
  4. NXR

    Anybody know why the GT7 & XL have a 6,000 GCWR - GVWR capacity but a 5,000 lb hitch?

    Anybody know why the GT7 & XL have a 6,000 GCWR - GVWR capacity but a 5,000 lb hitch? Makes no sense to me. Ray
  5. CO

    B&W turnover ball + airbags 2015 Chevy 2500HD

    I have Airlift 5000 airbags on my 2015 2500HD truck. I want to install a B&W turnover ball gooseneck hitch. For the life of me, I cannot find a definitive answer on the web if I can do this with the airbags (the airbags use U-bolts that look like they will interfere with the B&W frame mount)...
  6. WA

    Scan tool for mercedes 2018 3500

    I want to reset the service days past due! Which it isn't because it was changed early, hence the problem. I have a 2019 dynamax Isata 3 24fw. It has the 3.0 diesel Mercedes v6. I want to know so I can buy a good scan tool, which ones have worked for people in resetting the oil and service...
  7. UP

    $5000 fine for camping

    Avoid those closed NFS campsites. https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd716259.pdf
  8. PA

    Predator 3500 inverter generator - do you ground it?

    Just got out first Predator 3500 inverter generator. I am working on getting it set up and ready, should we need to use it. Going thru the instructions, the first item on the list, is that the "generator must be properly grounded"..to a grounding rod..." I did not expect that, so I am a bit...
  9. Scheinin

    Oil For RAM 3500 Diesel

    I need to add oil to my Dodge Ram 3500 diesel. What is in there is Mopar 68024967PC, I need to know if this is synthetic or real oil. Can I mix the two?
  10. TA

    Looking to upgrade to 2500.

    I’ve been considering upgrading to a gas 2500. I want either Chevy or Ram and I’m looking for experience/opinions on each. I’m looking at used ones. If I go Chevy, I want a 2015 or newer. If I go Ram, I want a 2019 to get the 8 speed transmission. I currently have a 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500. It...
  11. DO

    Cummins Onan 5500 Generator

    Hi, new poster but have been reading the forum for two years. In August of 2019 we ordered and picked up our 2019 Cardinal 3950. We are very satisfied with the product and with the warranty service we received during the first year of ownership. Last summer, while under warranty, I decided to...
  12. AK

    4-season Cab Over Camper :: 1997 Bigfoot 2500

    4-season Cab Over Camper :: 1997 Bigfoot 2500 (2020-03-10 01:54:37)
  13. PL

    Harbor Freight Predator 3500 watt Inverter Generator

    This post is for those of you who own the Harbor Freight brand Predator 3500 watt Inverter Generator. We’re contemplating buying one. Our question is, how many hours of run time do you get on a tank of gas? We’ve got a 28 foot Forrest River Wildwood DBUD Travel Trailer. We would run our...
  14. RO

    Mirco Air on 15000 btu dometic ac

    Ok I have seen the easy start on you tube and most of the installs etc. seem to be on the 13500 BTU units. I have both 13500 and 15000 BTU. Anyone installed this item running a 1500 BTU. I am not much on Amp, Volts, Watts and not sure what mine draws. I am interested in using Briggs and...
  15. EZ

    Traded 2015 6.4 Hemi for 2019 3500 HO Cummins

    So I bit the bullet and traded my 15 6.4 Hemi for a shiny new 2019 3500 Limited with the HO 6.7 Cummins. I used the Hemi for 28,000 miles mostly pulling my 7500 lb boat and my 2018 Vengeance FB2613 bumper pull toy hauler, both of which the Hemi pulled very well... as long as I kept the gas hose...
  16. PA

    TV: 2015 Silverado 2500HD -rough ride

    We have a 2015 Silverado 2500 HD. And it does a great job pulling our Cedar Creek Silverback (5th wheel). So no real complaints. It has just under 44K miles and new LT265/70/18 Michelin Defender tires. It is also my drive around vehicle for me while at home, (wife works and takes the car), and...
  17. EG

    2019 FOREST RIVER ARCTIC WOLF M-245RK4 and Ram 1500

    Hi all! We have a 2015 RAM 1500 that has a towing capacity of 8600 pounds. We are interested in purchasing a 2019 FOREST RIVER ARCTIC WOLF M-245RK4. Does anyone have experience pulling this 5th week with a RAM 1500 with 8600 pound towing capacity? Thanks in advance. Tim
  18. AR

    GCWR for 2017 Sunseeker 2500TFS

    I am looking for a simple answer on determining the curb weight of the 2017 Sunseeker 2500TFS. Is there an easy place to find or determine this? I am trying to determine how much we can tow. I think the GCWR is 22000, but I need to know curb weight in order to determine how much is left over...
  19. CO

    Looking tow vehicles, 1500 or 2500

    Looking at tow vehicles, 1/2 ton or older 3/4 ton BLUF: Would you buy a 2-3 year old 1/2 ton with fancy bits or a 4-5 year old 3/4 ton diesel with basic bits. I think I have permission from DW to look at getting a tow vehicle. I think we have a combo already that we can make work with her...
  20. TH

    soft start for single 15000 BTU RV A/C

    A few years ago I burned up the main wiring harness on a Yamaha 3500 watt generator by trying to power up and run the a/c unit. I have a new Rockwood Mini Lite with a Dometic 15000 BTU A/C I'm looking to use a 3500 watt dual fuel Champion portable generatoir. Has anyone out there used a Soft...
  21. Appalachian American

    Towing 10k lbs with a 2019 RAM 1500

    I’m having a tough time finding true tow capabilities on my recently purchased 2019 RAM Longhorn and looking for someone who has experience towing a TT around 10k lbs. I’m a little confused on all the math and conflicting opinions so I’m looking for solid info and real world experience. I know a...
  22. RE

    Daytona 500 Camping

    This years pricing for infield with hook ups ? Anyone there this year what day did they let you in? And how much did they charge for tow vehicle pass? Any info Thanks
  23. OC

    Ram 1500 With 3:21

    Opinion time. Couple years ago I bought a 2017 RAM QUAD Cab 4x4 with 3:21 gears. That gear setup is great for pulling my 16ft vintage canned ham but now I want to buy a TH so when I want I can bring the motorcycle. With 3:21 my published MAX tow is 8000. I am looking at a TH that is 26' and...
  24. DR

    2500 vs 3500

    Not another one! Actually this one is a little different. I've been researching my next rig and have built and priced using the Ramtrucks website comparing a 2020 Laramie 2500 vs 3500 Mega Cab 4x4 with diesel (non-HO) Options: Black Appearance group Bed Utility Group Laramie level 2 package...
  25. VD

    Generator / Inverter 4500 with remote control

    Have a question I have seen 3 generators with remote control 1.- "Cummins" P4500i $1,050 2.- Westinghouse iGen4500 $950 3.- Yamaha EF4500iSE *optional $2,870 I dont know how much is the "optional" remote. Any comments or experiences? Of course I want to buy a generator with remote...

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