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  1. WS

    Didn't drain water pipes before flushing with antifreeze

    Hi, I am interested in thoughts.... In my haste to winterize my travel trailer I flushed all faucets and drains with antifreeze. However, I realized after the fact that I failed to drain all of the water first using the low point valves. The trailer is in Washington State until May, I'm in...
  2. TheresaR

    Slide Issue

    I have a 2020 Wildwood X-lite. My slide will seat completely against the top of the roof of the RV, however is about 3-4 inches out at the bottom. Is there a way to adjust? I called a mobile RV dude and without even looking at it, he told me $1500 for the slide mechanism and $800 for his...
  3. JR

    Atwood water heater issue

    my water heater was working perfectly fine last night however, I was reading my owners manual and I found out that I can run, dual modes, electric and propane or one of the other and it told me to pull the left red wire off of its terminal to activate the electric mode since I don’t have a combo...
  4. RI

    For Sale: Andersen Rail Hitch - Illinois

    This is a used Anderson rail hitch in very good condition with chains for those states that require them. Located in the West suburbs of Chicago. View this ad at Forest River Classifieds - Andersen Rail Hitch - Illinois
  5. PN

    Hot Water Heater - Electric and LP not working

    Hello All, First post. New to the forum, and to the 5th wheel life. Not sure if this is the right spot for this post. So the rig is a 2017 Forest River Chapparal 5th wheel. Having issues with the hot water, its cold! :crying: This all worked 6 months ago when I purchased the 5th wheel. Then...
  6. EZ

    Plywood Palace :: 2013 Forest River Salem Lite 281QBXL

    Plywood Palace :: 2013 Forest River Salem Lite 281QBXL (2024-11-07 04:40:21)
  7. BM

    Tankless Issue with Water Pump

    Hi All, First post here and I’ve seen some questions about pros/cons with the tankless water heaters but nothing quite aligning with the issue I’m having. The trailer is a 2024 Grand Surveyor 268FKBS model. The tankless unit is made by Girard. This unit seems to work great when connected to...
  8. RH

    Axle upgrade

    Hello, I have a 2011 Flagstaff Mircolite 23FB. After a 7000 mile road trip this last summer I believe I need to replace my axles. The existing axles are ALKO U19 rated for 2200 lbs. The trailer itself is 3950 lbs dry weight, so I'm very close to the axle capacity. I'd like to upgrade to...
  9. MA

    260 BHLE Slide floor slightly bent up ??

    Good day all. The edge of the flooring in my Trailer is slightly bent up and then it is worse at the corner near the fridge. I think this is from being push up against the end of the breakfast bar when the slide is reteacted. Has anyone encountered this and if so how did you solve the...
  10. ST

    2020 fr3 32ds

    We are from California and looking at purchasing one of these. Any thoughts or advice? This will be our first Class A.
  11. SE

    2023 concord 321ds

    2023 Coachmen Concord 321ds Looking to share info: Ask and answer questions? Whether the chassis charging system can be switched to a lithium profile? Sensei Ben
  12. RO

    LG Residential Fridge not getting power

    Hello everyone! We just got a 2021 Cottage by Cedar Creek 40CFK2. We got it privately and can’t get much help from the prev owners. Everything works as it should (appliances, lights, outlets, etc). However, I can’t get the fridge to power on. It’s an LG residential fridge (French doors, bottom...
  13. UT

    Hello Everyone from the front range of Colorado

    Hello All, New here but have seen a lot of good posts and information. A recent interaction on one of the tech forums enticed me to join. I hope to be able to participate in this forum and provide items that I have learned over the years in hopes that it helps others in the community...
  14. GR

    Hi everyone

    Just bought a 2017 Greywolf 23mk from a family member. Looking forward to chatting with you all and hopefully hitting the road soon, before its too cold.
  15. GR

    Roof material/weight restriction?

    I have a 2017 greywolf mk23 and can't find anything on what material the roof is, as well as the maximum weight capacity to get on the roof for cleaning etc. Does anyone have this info? Purchased TT from family member. They don't know this info and don't have the manual.
  16. YO

    Washer/Dryer

    2024 NoBo 19.3. Besides using the washer/dryer at the RV park, are there any other ideas about this topic. My wife has dermatology issues and she breaks out when using a machine that has all the perfumes in it.
  17. GR

    Bedroom overhead light USB power?

    Has anyone managed to find the wattage of the USB charger on the overhead reading lights in a Europa 31SS? That seems to be the easiest to get to USB cable that doesn't involve possibly tripping over it (like the bed mounted ones) and I'm considering figuring out how to mount a MagSafe plate on...
  18. UT

    EPro Battery relocation and MPPT solar upgrade

    Hello All. I have made some changes to my new EPro E20FBS Battery and Solar systems. As I dd not find a lot online and it was hard to chase down some wires I figured I would post up my work and findings here so that others may comment and or benefit from my sleuthing. First off This is the...
  19. JU

    2021 33 foot Cherokee CK64: re-sealing everything

    I have a 2021 33 foot Cherokee CK64. It's time for it's first re-sealing; the seals around everything besides the roof (doors, windows, etc) seem to be made of silicone which, unless I'm mistaken, is vastly inferior to dedicated RV sealants. The silicon seals now are falling apart badly, and I...
  20. Crop Duster

    Fiberglass Exterior Peeling At Rear Corner Isata 28SS

    I have a 2022 Isata 28SS and noticed the fiberglass is peeling at the rear corner. At first I thought it was just caulk but after taking a closer look it seems like the fiberglass is peeling slightly. Has anyone seen this? What would be the proper fix?
  21. RH

    Curiosity - impact drivers

    I notice a majority of folks using an impact driver when lowering and raising their stabilizer jacks. Aside from the undue wear and tear on the stabilizer jacks by using an impact driver, not to mention the obnoxiously loud noise of the impact driver, why are they being used as opposed to a...
  22. RO

    Flooded Palomino Columbus advice please

    I have the opportunity to acquire a late model palomino Columbus 388fk. Water reached the top of the pass through storage. I have not seen the unit in person yet but with the elevated front kitchen and elevated rear bedroom, water should have gotten no higher than the top of furion fireplace in...
  23. TN

    2023 Forest River Wildcat 266MEX

    2023 Forest River Wildcat 266MEX (2024-11-06 09:11:39)
  24. RL

    Patio rails swing when traveling

    Just picked up a 2020 Wildwood fsx 260rt today. We noticed that the patio rail system does not appear to lock in place when in the travel mode. Are we missing a latch or strap? Thanks!
  25. WI

    G19FD control panel wiring

    I have a 2024 Geo Pro 19FD and would like to install a battery monitor display. Thinking to mount it on top of the control panel which sits on the side panel of the cabinets. I tried to locate how the wiring to that control panel is routed so that maybe I can piggyback on it. However, I cannot...

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