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Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-23-2017, 04:16 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 12,814
Posted By smlbob
I like my Sequoia

We tow our FC27' 2015 with a 2015 tow equipped Sequoia. I have over 30,000 miles on the combo, including a trip west through Utah and Colorado, and it has performed very well. Mileage is about 11...
Forum: On The Road... 06-11-2017, 12:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,214
Posted By smlbob
Smile We pulled out FC27 down Dragon Tail last fall. ...

We pulled out FC27 down Dragon Tail last fall. It's not that big a deal. Just pull off occasionally to let the sports cars and motorcycles go by.
Forum: On The Road... 05-09-2017, 02:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,449
Posted By smlbob
Highland Haven for sure if you can get in !

Highland Haven for sure if you can get in !
Forum: On The Road... 05-09-2017, 02:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,627
Posted By smlbob
We were there in mid April. Perfect weather, and...

We were there in mid April. Perfect weather, and crowds were not too large.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-20-2017, 02:21 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 18,084
Posted By smlbob
I agree with others - chains should be crossed. ...

I agree with others - chains should be crossed. I had a small utility trailer jump off the ball once, and the crossed chains caught the hitch and kept it off the ground as I came to a halt.
Forum: On The Road... 01-18-2017, 05:44 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,353
Posted By smlbob
Brantley Lake SP, north of Carlsbad, is nice and...

Brantley Lake SP, north of Carlsbad, is nice and nicely priced.
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 12-26-2016, 05:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,412
Posted By smlbob
I tow my FC27 with a 2015 Toyota Sequoia, 5.7L,...

I tow my FC27 with a 2015 Toyota Sequoia, 5.7L, V-8, tow package, usually in 2WD, over varied terrain I get about 10,7 mpg.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-24-2016, 02:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,001
Posted By smlbob
I tie my FC27 with a Sequoia similarly equipped...

I tie my FC27 with a Sequoia similarly equipped as your Tundra. Equalizer hitch as well. The only thing I added were air lifts to level the rear a little. Otherwise it does great.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-20-2016, 07:30 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,052
Posted By smlbob
We towed our FC20 very nicely with a tow-equipped...

We towed our FC20 very nicely with a tow-equipped Toyota Highlander.
Forum: On The Road... 12-14-2016, 09:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,425
Posted By smlbob
I have Airlifts on my 2015 Sequoia. Helped level...

I have Airlifts on my 2015 Sequoia. Helped level out the towing of my FC27
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-10-2016, 06:20 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,972
Posted By smlbob
I've towed my FC 27' many miles across the...

I've towed my FC 27' many miles across the country with my 2015 Sequoia. No problems. Equalizer hitch, air lifts on the TV. Guess it's a personal preference.
Forum: On The Road... 10-05-2016, 06:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,039
Posted By smlbob
Alive tried setting the Clarion unit to Aux, then...

Alive tried setting the Clarion unit to Aux, then turning up the volume. Nothing ! Wonder if mine is wired incorrectly ?
Forum: On The Road... 09-27-2016, 06:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,039
Posted By smlbob
Television sound is terrible

I have the standard flat screen in the living area, and the impossible to use Clarion radio. Is there a way to route the tv sound through the stereo speakers. Or should I go with a sound bar on the...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 09-13-2016, 02:46 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 15,377
Posted By smlbob
We have the 27 FC, but could easily live in the...

We have the 27 FC, but could easily live in the 25'. But we moved up from a 20' mainly for the more convenient bed and more refrigerator and freezer storage. Depends on your eating and cooking...
Forum: Our Community 05-16-2016, 01:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 11,584
Posted By smlbob
I tow my 2015 FC 27' with a Sequoia, 5.7L V-8,...

I tow my 2015 FC 27' with a Sequoia, 5.7L V-8, tow package, and use an Equalizer WD hitch. Does the job quite well, even in the west. Gas mileage sucks, but what can you expect ?
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 04-10-2016, 05:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,519
Posted By smlbob
Thanks for your help. The drawer essentially...

Thanks for your help. The drawer essentially sits on the slides. There are four tabs that fit into slots on the slides, each tab is "held down" by a tiny screw. Remove the four screws, and lift...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 04-08-2016, 02:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 960
Posted By smlbob
Removal of pantry drawer

2015 FC 27'.....anyone know how to remove the pantry drawer, the one below the Microwave ? The under drawer slides don't seem to have releases, and I want to install an additional catch to prevent...
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 04-08-2016, 01:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,519
Posted By smlbob
Removal of pantry drawer

2015 FC 27'.....anyone know how to remove the pantry drawer, the one below the Microwave ? The under drawer slides don't seem to have releases, and I want to install an additional catch to prevent...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 03-29-2016, 02:57 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,717
Posted By smlbob
Thanks everyone ! I thought I was the only one...

Thanks everyone ! I thought I was the only one who did this !
Forum: On The Road... 03-02-2016, 12:38 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,637
Posted By smlbob
I second what mimiandrews said above. Davis...

I second what mimiandrews said above. Davis Mountains (Ft. Davis, Alpine, Marfa) and Balmorhea State Park...all in West Texas near I-10
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 02-27-2016, 01:39 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,780
Posted By smlbob
I have the problem

My setup is a FC27', towed by a 2015 Sequoia. I can't get the rear gate up...even with the hitch motor rotated 90 degrees. I've been able to adjust my needs so that I can roll down the rear window...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 01-13-2016, 12:00 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,807
Posted By smlbob
I tow my FC 27' with a 2015 Sequoia, 5.8L, V-8,...

I tow my FC 27' with a 2015 Sequoia, 5.8L, V-8, 4WD (though I hardly ever put it in four wheel), with a tow package, Equalizer hitch, and it does a great job, even through the Rockies last spring. ...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-06-2016, 12:22 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 27,173
Posted By smlbob
I tow my FC 27 with a 2015 Sequoia.....does a...

I tow my FC 27 with a 2015 Sequoia.....does a great job. Mileage is around 10.5 across flats and mountains.
Forum: Buyer Guidelines 01-03-2016, 01:17 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 14,901
Posted By smlbob
We went in to buy the FC 25, but liked the layout...

We went in to buy the FC 25, but liked the layout of the 27 better. It's easy enough to pull....I do it with a Sequoia.
Forum: Jacks, Stabilizers, Lifting and Leveling 12-28-2015, 02:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,858
Posted By smlbob
My stopped working intermittently (2015 FC). One...

My stopped working intermittently (2015 FC). One of the wires had burned up at the connection point to the switch. They sent me a new one on short order.
Forum: Tires 12-11-2015, 12:53 PM
Replies: 283
Views: 51,420
Posted By smlbob
I'm following as well. I would love to have...

I'm following as well. I would love to have Michelins, but didn't want to have to move up to 16". I'll keep watching......
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-07-2015, 07:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,437
Posted By smlbob
It's true, the inability to open the rear hatch (...

It's true, the inability to open the rear hatch ( I use an Equalizer hitch) is at first annoying. But I keep what I need to set up with (blocks, electric hookup, water hose) just inside the rear...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-06-2015, 01:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,437
Posted By smlbob
I tow our 27' FC with a 2015 Sequoia Limited...

I tow our 27' FC with a 2015 Sequoia Limited which has the tow/hail feature. You have to set the switch on every time you restart the car, so there have been times after refueling stops when I've...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 12-05-2015, 05:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,969
Posted By smlbob
You take your AS to India ? I want to know more !

You take your AS to India ? I want to know more !
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 10-31-2015, 05:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,813
Posted By smlbob
I swear I drained mine on the 170 mile trip home...

I swear I drained mine on the 170 mile trip home today...but the meter reads 100% !! Guess I'll ignore it !
Forum: On The Road... 10-27-2015, 08:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,295
Posted By smlbob
If you like beach, we're on the Outer Banks this...

If you like beach, we're on the Outer Banks this week, and it's great. Good CGs, most everything is open, no crowds.
Forum: The Pet Forum 10-22-2015, 02:12 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,242
Posted By smlbob
We just spent a week on Cape Cod.....no problem...

We just spent a week on Cape Cod.....no problem with our two dogs in private CGs....
Forum: On The Road... 10-08-2015, 03:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,264
Posted By smlbob
I just called Barker, told them my problem, and...

I just called Barker, told them my problem, and they are shipping me a new switch free of charge. Might be a known problem to them.....
Forum: On The Road... 10-08-2015, 12:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,264
Posted By smlbob
Thanks for the help. I did remove the cover, but...

Thanks for the help. I did remove the cover, but couldn't see anything wrong. WestieHouse...when you say the switch was damaged, was that physical damage ? Any idea how it could get damaged. Good...
Forum: On The Road... 10-04-2015, 02:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,264
Posted By smlbob
Hitch lift not engaging

In the last day or so, I've had trouble getting the front end (hitch) lift to engage. Flipping the toggle lever up or down at first results in nothing...then gradually it seems to catch and engage...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-22-2015, 02:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,881
Posted By smlbob
I've towed my FC 27' with my 2015 Sequoia for...

I've towed my FC 27' with my 2015 Sequoia for over 10,000 miles now, including through Utah and Colorado last spring. It does just fine....I use the tow haul mode and S gears, mostly in 2WD. ...
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 09-20-2015, 04:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,684
Posted By smlbob
After one night of no water hookup, the wife...

After one night of no water hookup, the wife decided I would do something to quiet down that silly onboard water pump. Thanks for the suggestions ! As soon as I get home from this trip.
Forum: On The Road... 09-08-2015, 02:50 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,698
Posted By smlbob
Great trip and good reading. We did a lot of the...

Great trip and good reading. We did a lot of the same last April and the temperatures were a lot cooler, though there was snow on the trails at Bryce. We also did Arches and Canyonland. I could...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-25-2015, 04:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,414
Posted By smlbob
Greg....with my Sequoia, I only use my shifting...

Greg....with my Sequoia, I only use my shifting setting on grades. The rest of the time I keep it set in Drive, use the Tow Haul always, and rarely use the 4WD at all. RPMs will peak out on the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-24-2015, 03:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,414
Posted By smlbob
We have a 2015 Sequoia...tow package...same...

We have a 2015 Sequoia...tow package...same engine as the Tundra I believe. We towed our FC 27 with it for 8300 miles last spring....out to Utah and back through Colorado. Overall trip got about...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-14-2015, 01:37 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 28,291
Posted By smlbob
I'm towing our 2015 FC27' FB with a 2015 Toyota...

I'm towing our 2015 FC27' FB with a 2015 Toyota Sequoia, 4wd (though not engaged all that much), tow package, 5.7L iForce V-8, Equalizer hitch. We took an 8300 mile trip west this spring, including...
Forum: On The Road... 08-02-2015, 01:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,301
Posted By smlbob
West Chester KOA - close to Chads Ford Wyeth...

West Chester KOA - close to Chads Ford Wyeth museum, Longwood Gardens, Wintertur, and Philadelphia. In the west partt of the state, Cook Forest SP...nice hikes, river rafting.....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-26-2015, 09:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,222
Posted By smlbob
I tow my 2015 FC 27' with a Toyota Sequoia, tow...

I tow my 2015 FC 27' with a Toyota Sequoia, tow package, same engine as yours, but 4WD (though I don't often use it), and over 8200 miles to Utah and back, it did great. Overall 10.8 mpg...I use an...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 07-22-2015, 11:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,157
Posted By smlbob
Daily topics email

I get two emails everyday of the daily topics. How can I get rid of one mailing ?


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Forum: 2011 - 2015 International 07-01-2015, 01:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,474
Posted By smlbob
Beautiful ! Wish we had that sofa in ours. ...

Beautiful ! Wish we had that sofa in ours.

I believe you can change your particulars yourself...go to your account or description info. I updated mine recently.....
Forum: On The Road... 06-30-2015, 02:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,189
Posted By smlbob
Thanks for the great article. This is a dream of...

Thanks for the great article. This is a dream of mine.....
Forum: On The Road... 06-28-2015, 01:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,480
Posted By smlbob
Between San Antonio and Las Cruces is a...

Between San Antonio and Las Cruces is a lot....just have to look for it !
Forum: On The Road... 06-28-2015, 01:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,480
Posted By smlbob
Balmorhea State Park is nice, and the swimming...

Balmorhea State Park is nice, and the swimming pool is a sight to see. Though I agree with Davis Mountsin State Park. There is a state park just north of Carlsbad, NM (on a lake) that's also nice...
Forum: Our Community 06-28-2015, 01:45 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,905
Posted By smlbob
Ok, now about those 15" vs. 16"...

Ok, now about those 15" vs. 16" tires.......
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 06-17-2015, 01:50 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,860
Posted By smlbob
Out of Doors Mart near Winston typically doesn't...

Out of Doors Mart near Winston typically doesn't have a lot of inventory. Safford RV on I95 just north of Richmond has a lot of them....good web site, and Ken in sales is very knowledgeable. I...
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