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  1. SW

    Replacing Thetford Toilet

    We have a 2017 Forester 3011ds with a plastic Thetford toilet that we would like to replace with a porcelain bowl model. Has anyone done this? What brand and model fits in this very small space? Any words of wisdom or advice you want to share? TYIA
  2. CO

    Ford Performance

    I have recently purchased a 2014 Sunseeker on the Ford E450 chassis. I was searching for any engine tuning improvements others have made. For the motorhome chassis I only located a ram induction improvement for the air filter. But I am leery about using a chip designed for a 6.8 l engine in a...
  3. DB

    Ford warranty service number

    I tried calling the Ford service warranty number only to hear a message saying it was down. It did not give me any time frame of when it would be back up. Perhaps I have the wrong number. 877-794-6434 is what I dialed and had to go through an auto answering machine and go through some prompts...
  4. QU

    Adding air to back inside tires on a DRW Ford F-350.

    Please , anybody with experience on adding air to the inside tires of their dual rear wheels on their Ford F-350? Just bought one and need to air up. Like to add some type of extender if you think that’s best. suggestions? Thanks for any help.
  5. QU

    B & W 3305 companion hitch with 2020 Ford 4WD.

    Finally got a DRW (longbed 8’ bed)Truck and it’s 4WD. Due to the height I was wondering if any one else has the 3305 hitch by B &W and a fifth wheel. We have a Sierra. Wondering where you set the pivot arms. Ie; the hight. Also orientation of the pivot arms, Ie; towards or away from the cab. I...
  6. JE

    Forest River Georgetown on Ford F53 chassis

    Ok I’m going crazy….I need some advice. I recently got the bright idea to start doing my own oil changes since I struggle finding a place to perform them and to save some money on my 2015 Ford F53 chassis (6.8L v10) Everywhere I read online and in the owners manual, everything agrees and says...
  7. kenandterry

    Tire Brand, class and size question….Ford E450 only

    I’m not savvy enough to create a survey, and maybe it’s already been done…..I couldn’t find it posted. Given that PRETTY much all Class C units on the Ford E450 chassis have the same size tires, and they came with SOME factory brand installed….. When the time came/comes, what is the consensus...
  8. Jperry-FRF

    Ford Maverick TOAD?

    I'm intrigued with the new Maverick. Anyone contemplating flat towing one? According to Ford, the hybrid version can be towed four down. https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/forum/threads/flat-towing-the-maverick.225/ Supposedly Roadmaster is ready to design/build a base plate for it as soon as...
  9. HA

    Ford F-250 PTO for towing a fifth wheel

    I’m in the process of special ordering an F-250 Super Duty 4x4 (7.3L, 4.30 :1) for towing a fifth wheel as the title says. Adding a PTO is an option and I am wondering if anyone has one and if so what do you use it for? Thanks, Bob
  10. TitanMike

    Interesting. Ford Pickups with VW engines.

    Found it interesting that Ford Power Stroke diesel engines are really Navistar engines (Formerly International Harvester) which in 2020 was purchased by a holding company named Traton which is owned by Volkswagen. Some truck owners brag about their engines being Cummins but I don't see any Ford...
  11. DO

    FOR SALE: Northstar 850sc and Ford F350

    2013 Ford F-350 and 2015 Northstar 850SC SOLD TOGETHER Truck and pop up, truck camper (slide in) package! This rig will take you to remote places and allow you to stay there comfortably! Complete turn-key, you could leave for extended travel this week! From first-hand experience this is better...
  12. PL

    Outside lights on Ford F-150

    Is there a way to turn off all of the outside lights when you unlock the truck. I have a 2018 f150. It is annoying when at a campsite and I want to unlock the truck.
  13. WA

    Anyone pulling a large Cardinal with newer Ford Super Duty?

    We own a 2016 Cardinal 3825fl. We do not have a truck, but have ordered a 2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty with the Tremor package to pull the camper. I read in another forum that the underside of some 5th wheels, near the pin box is as much as 61 inches off the ground when it is unhooked and level...
  14. Scheinin

    Where to store my 5th wheel in Harford Co. Md

    I am looking to store my 5th wheel this winter in Harford County, Maryland. Can anyone in Harford County guide me in the right direction?
  15. LO

    2020 Concord 300DS on a Ford V10 Chassis

    Greetings, I have an opportunity to purchase a Pre-Owned 2020 Concord 300DS on a Ford V10 Chassis for $112,000 (It has 5,400 Miles on it and feels like it is brand new.) Am I overpaying? Thank you in advance for any guidance!
  16. KD

    Coachmen Class exhaust system - Ford or Coachmen warranty?

    We have a 2021 Freelander in need of repair, but not sure which warranty the repair falls under. The exhaust pipe from the catalytic converter to the muffler is missing hangars, and one of the remaining metal hangars has worn a hole in the pipe. We were told Ford has the chassis warranty...
  17. TS

    2013 Ford f150 gain setting.

    Hello all, I just arrived back from a 2000 mile trip with my Ford F150 5.0 with 3.55 gearing. I am towing a 2021 Prime Time Avenger LT16FQ. Trailer is 3500 pounds. CAT scale weights are as follows. Steer axle 3340 pounds Drive axle 3540 pounds Trailer axle 3140 pounds Total axle 10020 pounds...
  18. FL

    USING 2021 FORD F-150 INVERTER w/ SOFTSTART OR =

    Hello all... Just purchased a 2021 Ford F-150 with a V-8 and the onboard 2000 watt (2400 Watt peak) inverter. Our TT has a 13.5 A/C and I do a lot of stopover camping in truck stops, rest stops, etc. and the purpose of having the truck with the inverter was to NOT have to drag a stand alone...
  19. TY

    Ford F-150 Lightning EV: High Tech Truck Deep Dive

    We crawl in and poke around the upcoming Ford EV to see if this is the most high-tech truck around Hope this has more then what has been posted already.
  20. ML

    Will Ford SYNC 3 do everything a Garmin GPS Nav can do?

    Hello - I just bought a F-350 (diesel dually) to tow a 38.5' Riverstone Reserve. I saw a YouTube video where a Garmin GPS Navigator was recommended. If I already have SYNC 3 on the truck, do I really need a Garmin? (I like the idea of the dash cam on the Garmin) Thanks very much
  21. ST

    Updated info and Cat weights Ford F350 DRW

    Went to the scale today and weighed truck and trailer with both fully loaded with us and belongings. Truck specs 2021 Lariat F350 Dually Powerstroke Fifth wheel tow limit: 34,700# GCWR limit: 43,400# GVWR limit: 14,000# Cat Scale results Truck and Fifth Wheel: 30,360# Truck only: 9340#...
  22. FI

    Tow Mirrors for 2017 Ford Expedition

    Good Morning: First post for me. I'm looking for some help installing tow mirrors on my Expedition. I was able to buy a used set of the Trail Ridge Mirrors from an Expedition owner but were for a different year. They fit and most functions work. I have the up and down for the mirrors and...
  23. MA

    Cabin/Ford A/C not cooling

    Hi gang, I just opened up my 2016 FR3 30DS for the season and was surprised to learn that my A/C in the dash isn’t cooling. Any recommendations to troubleshoot or fix at home opposed to dragging it to my Ford dealer? Thank you for the advice.
  24. SK

    What would you do?- Ford 6.7 Exhaust Fluid System Fault

    Anyone have experience with the Ford 6.7 Powerstroke Exhaust Fluid System Fault limp mode? The truck is 40 miles away from going into 50 mph max speed limp mode. It's in the dealer but they're 'trying to work it in' but can't commit to working on it much less fixing it before our planned...
  25. GravelRider

    Is airbag suspension worth it for Ford F150?

    I've been considering an Air Lift Loadlifter 5000 for my 2018 F150 for towing my Grey Wolf 22MKSE. Because I have four 6 volt batteries on the hitch and large solar panels mounted in front of the axles, my tongue weight is around 17%, give or take, depending upon holding tanks. I know this isn't...

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