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Forum: Tow Vehicles 02-21-2014, 06:10 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 10,401
Posted By panheaddale
your comments fall on deaf ears because you are...

your comments fall on deaf ears because you are trying to argue with the canam groupies
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 02-19-2014, 08:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,064
Posted By panheaddale
This is the third post of the same question...

This is the third post of the same question worded differently. Try combining them into one thread so the answers will be all together. Running lights, tail lights, and brake lights are powered from...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-19-2014, 07:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,387
Posted By panheaddale
If you want to tow legally then you must have a...

If you want to tow legally then you must have a house battery that is charged and connected. Your running lights and brake and tail lights are all fed through your unbilical cord connected to your TV...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 02-19-2014, 07:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 834
Posted By panheaddale
battery

The trailer brakes are not powered
by the house battery under normal towing conditions. The power for the trailer brakes is fed through your brake controller ( you do have one of those?) when the...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-03-2014, 01:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,771
Posted By panheaddale
Check torque values ...

Check torque values
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Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-03-2014, 01:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,771
Posted By panheaddale
lost wheel

I pull campers out of Elkhart IN. When we pick up a new camper we have to torque lug nut and they use sendel wheels which we are required to torque to 120#. We have to torque when we pick up, 25...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 02-01-2014, 02:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,446
Posted By panheaddale
Brand new hose can and will fail!. What if a...

Brand new hose can and will fail!. What if a thermostat fails and you over heat the engine before you know it you could possible expand the hose and create a weak spot that could then fail going...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-29-2014, 09:20 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,642
Posted By panheaddale
???

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Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-28-2014, 01:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,642
Posted By panheaddale
I would like to see actual data from everyone...

I would like to see actual data from everyone posting opinions about K&N filters.The problem is not the K&N filter itself but the fitment to the stock ford airbox. The filter does not fit the stock...
Forum: Axles 01-24-2014, 03:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,845
Posted By panheaddale
I don't think you will find " a bolt in axle"...

I don't think you will find " a bolt in axle" that has disc brakes, Disc brakes use a hydraulic brake system that will be electric over hydraulic. It can be done but you will not have a just bolt up...
Forum: Axles 01-15-2014, 11:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,486
Posted By panheaddale
You have a camber issue with that axle. Find an...

You have a camber issue with that axle. Find an alignment shop that can fit it on their alignment rack and have them check is and they should should be able to bend the axle and straighten it. (They...
Forum: Tires 01-13-2014, 04:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,104
Posted By panheaddale
I am sure someone with all the technical answers...

I am sure someone with all the technical answers will chime in but sometimes real world knowledge is more accurate than all the engineer data that is said. My experience from 25 years of pulling...
Forum: Modifications 01-13-2014, 10:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,226
Posted By panheaddale
Am I correct that you used larger standard pop...

Am I correct that you used larger standard pop rivits to secure body? If so how are you going to seal them? You will have leaks through the rivits. Why did you not buck rivit like the originals were...
Forum: Classic Motorhomes 01-09-2014, 09:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,509
Posted By panheaddale
Ebay for 100 airforums for 200 ?

Ebay for 100 airforums for 200 ?
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-08-2014, 03:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 863
Posted By panheaddale
gear

Changing your gear ratio will not gain towing capacity. If you change your ratio it will change the torque applied to the rear wheels which will give you more power pulling hills and may even...
Forum: On The Road... 01-07-2014, 08:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,475
Posted By panheaddale
southern states

Funny I still trying to find a good reason to visit BC. Southern hospitality? We are the friendliest people in the country if we like you if not well.......
Forum: On The Road... 01-07-2014, 08:10 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,475
Posted By panheaddale
Nd

Lewis and Clark trail, Minute Man Missile Silo you can take a tour of, every area out there has some history from the old west if you just search it out. The Dakota boys "Fred" from gold rush is...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 01-04-2014, 05:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,855
Posted By panheaddale
I pull brand new forest river campers from the...

I pull brand new forest river campers from the factory and they use 16" sendel wheels that we are required to check torque before we pull off the lot. They are to be torqued to 120 ftlb. We have to...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 01-02-2014, 04:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,632
Posted By panheaddale
table

That is why I said " IF."
Airstream has just oiled some in the past.
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 01-02-2014, 09:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,632
Posted By panheaddale
It is real wood. Anytime you deal with real wood...

It is real wood. Anytime you deal with real wood especially if it goes thru extreme weath conditions from hot to cold, from dry to lots of moisture in the air the wood reacts to those changes. The...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 01-01-2014, 08:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,776
Posted By panheaddale
I have been told those large Hehr back windows...

I have been told those large Hehr back windows are designed to be safety escape hatches in case of needing to make a quick exit out of the back of the trailer for some reason such as fire. If you...
Forum: Off Topic Forum 12-12-2013, 07:30 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,262
Posted By panheaddale
You hit that one on the nail Panama.

You hit that one on the nail Panama.
Forum: On The Road... 12-11-2013, 09:20 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,907
Posted By panheaddale
Great Smokey Mtns national park, Bristol...

Great Smokey Mtns national park, Bristol Racetrack, Whitewater rafting on the Nolichucky river, miles of hiking trails, birthplace of country music ( Bristol TN/VA not nashville which is what everone...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-09-2013, 07:02 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 13,949
Posted By panheaddale
That is almost every thread on this site.

That is almost every thread on this site.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-08-2013, 10:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 13,949
Posted By panheaddale
Thanks I have never seen that before. Strong and...

Thanks I have never seen that before. Strong and it will make it alot easier to soldier the connection and looks flat so you don't have a big knot like I have seen on many splice jobs.
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-08-2013, 06:11 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 13,949
Posted By panheaddale
Well said.This is just like copper plumbing most...

Well said.This is just like copper plumbing most people when learning try to rush the soldier. I personally don't twist my wires together just because it gives you a flatter joint in case you have a...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-07-2013, 09:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 13,949
Posted By panheaddale
I know it is a little more work and it does take...

I know it is a little more work and it does take some skill to do a proper soldier joint but it will not crack from vibration unlike a joint that is put together with crimp connectors or wire nuts...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-07-2013, 06:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,419
Posted By panheaddale
What kind of problem are you having? How do you...

What kind of problem are you having? How do you know you have a short are you blowing fuses?
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 12-07-2013, 05:52 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 13,949
Posted By panheaddale
If you can't get easy access to your connections...

If you can't get easy access to your connections DO NOT use wire nuts or even crimp splices you will have problems somewhere down the road. I would soldier all your connections and use heat shrink...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 12-06-2013, 08:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,700
Posted By panheaddale
lighs not working.

My bad I dind't see the quit working after 5 min. on the OP I would check connections on plug maby replace it and check fuses to make sure any are not blown. If fuse is blown may be a short in...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 12-05-2013, 06:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,700
Posted By panheaddale
Bad ground or bad connection with brake circuit...

Bad ground or bad connection with brake circuit in plugin. Nothing other than that. WD40 cleaned it and it may not happen again. NOT ROCKET SCIENCE.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-30-2013, 09:40 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,956
Posted By panheaddale
truck

If you are going through central america some of your fuel might be questionable, I might look at trying to find an older dodge with the early cummins motor in it. You won't have all the electronics...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-30-2013, 09:24 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,956
Posted By panheaddale
For under $20.000 you will have to go back a few...

For under $20.000 you will have to go back a few years to get a 3/4 or 1 ton diesel 4X4. I am a ford man but don't get a 6.0 or a 6.4 ford unless it has documentation showing work has been done to...
Forum: 1970 - 1973 Sovereign 11-29-2013, 01:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,571
Posted By panheaddale
If you are traveling across the country to deal...

If you are traveling across the country to deal with clients or prospective clients why would you not want to keep a bedroom and bath in it so you never have to stay in a motel either? 31 should be...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-28-2013, 02:40 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 9,790
Posted By panheaddale
hybrid tv

OH but it is available if you have the time and energy to do it.Their are actually some companies that make adapter kit for that very thing. I know where a 2005 ford F350 with the old cummins motor...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 11-25-2013, 09:56 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,602
Posted By panheaddale
Stink bug

That was probably a boll weviel bug they came in from mexico years ago stink bugs were only first discovered in the US back in the early 90's. Both bugs look alike.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-24-2013, 07:26 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 9,790
Posted By panheaddale
FORD, now we are all in the debate. I use a 2001...

FORD, now we are all in the debate. I use a 2001 F350 because it has the 7.3 engine which I don.t think can be beat. If I were buying a new one would probable be a Dodge. I pull campers for a living...
Forum: On The Road... 11-24-2013, 06:59 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,911
Posted By panheaddale
Then DON"T stop at any of THOSE places and you...

Then DON"T stop at any of THOSE places and you won't have to experience it. I travel cross country delivering camper and frequently stay in THOSE place and have never experienced what you say is...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 11-24-2013, 06:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,602
Posted By panheaddale
stink bug

If you want to know if they stink just kill one with your hands if you find one and then let me know what you think. Imported invasive species that destroys gardens so if you get them try your best...
Forum: Axles 11-19-2013, 07:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,179
Posted By panheaddale
Where did he mention anything about a torsion...

Where did he mention anything about a torsion axle? Spring axle swap is simple if using factory setup. Couple hours max.
Forum: Cleaning, Stripping & Polishing 11-19-2013, 07:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,442
Posted By panheaddale
Local Myrtle Beach SC. PPG paint store can get...

Local Myrtle Beach SC. PPG paint store can get the PR-5044 stripper but only in 5 gal containers $227.20. According to PPG it only comes in 5 gal containers so anybody selling 1 gal is repackaging...
Forum: All Argosy Trailers 11-19-2013, 07:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,385
Posted By panheaddale
If it's FREE what is to worry? It is only 3.5...

If it's FREE what is to worry? It is only 3.5 hours ( You said 200 miles?) Drive up look at it if it is not worth taking drive back home and the worst you have wasted is 1 day. If you want I will be...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-17-2013, 08:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,106
Posted By panheaddale
Glad you got your electrical fixed. Your truck...

Glad you got your electrical fixed. Your truck may be another cause for concern. How many miles on it? Has it had any issues as far as overheating or loss of power? Has the egr been deleted, cooling...
Forum: On The Road... 11-17-2013, 06:36 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,136
Posted By panheaddale
Gas $2.82 Conway SC. yesterday.

Gas $2.82 Conway SC. yesterday.
Forum: On The Road... 11-13-2013, 06:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,123
Posted By panheaddale
So many unbelievable places. Depending on your...

So many unbelievable places. Depending on your route. Arch in St. Louis (you will probably go to far north from where you are to go there), wall drug, corn palace, mt. rushmore, crazy horse memorial,...
Forum: On The Road... 11-09-2013, 10:24 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,253
Posted By panheaddale
The Garmin 560 dezil is what I use when towing...

The Garmin 560 dezil is what I use when towing campers commercially. It has a setting for truckers, rv, auto , or pedestrian use. If you set weight , height, and length variables in it it will route...
Forum: Axles 11-07-2013, 05:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,231
Posted By panheaddale
Frank the originator of the article

Frank the originator of the article
Forum: Axles 11-07-2013, 07:09 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,231
Posted By panheaddale
Do all brands of axles have the same issue or...

Do all brands of axles have the same issue or just the Dexter? Can you tell me why you use Dexter over some other brand?
Forum: Mechanics Corner - Engines, Transmission & More... 11-05-2013, 09:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,720
Posted By panheaddale
There is noway you could have known the caliper...

There is noway you could have known the caliper was going to stick. Neither could the seller. Replacing the calipers and rotors is a great idea also make sure to put new brake pads on. You should...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-05-2013, 06:50 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 9,794
Posted By panheaddale
spotter

I thought I was the only one on here with that thought process. I NEVER use a spotter. I will get out of the truck and check if I am in a tight spot but that is always faster than somebody else...
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