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Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-22-2024, 10:42 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,403
Posted By SYC2Vette
Go to the forums for all the manufacturers and...

Go to the forums for all the manufacturers and read in detail the issues and positive experiences. Many of the current problems relate to software, but look for what makes resolve problems quickly...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 01-22-2024, 10:34 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,476
Posted By SYC2Vette
No excuse for the problems, that said. For our...

No excuse for the problems, that said. For our last 3 homes I have corrected a few construction shortcomings myself and likewise with our Airstream I have corrected quite a few issues (both assembly...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 01-22-2024, 10:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,107
Posted By SYC2Vette
Just another note and I may have missed it in...

Just another note and I may have missed it in previous responses, but the earlier Bambis are actually the same as the current Caravel at least as far as the flying cloud 20' FB, so you may see some...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 01-14-2024, 09:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,314
Posted By SYC2Vette
We love ours and lucked out with picking the...

We love ours and lucked out with picking the right one as our first travel trailer. As others mentioned the galley/kitchen size is better than even most larger layouts. We converted our bed platform...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-14-2024, 08:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,581
Posted By SYC2Vette
On our FC20 you could get to it by removing the...

On our FC20 you could get to it by removing the panel with the duct outlets and then looking towards the refrigerator. It is a vertical pipe going to a trap or a 90. I guess it must come from the...
Forum: Fresh Water Systems 01-14-2024, 06:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,581
Posted By SYC2Vette
We had water coming from that location and it...

We had water coming from that location and it turned out to be the drainpipe not being connected (and no sign of having been glued as delivered. So check all your drain pipes in that area.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-02-2023, 07:47 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 17,229
Posted By SYC2Vette
For anyone who was toying with the idea of towing...

For anyone who was toying with the idea of towing with a F150 EV Lightning but were turned off by the price, time to check again. Very low mileage examples are selling for 20-$30,000 less than...
Forum: Lights - Interior & Exterior 11-12-2023, 08:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 306
Posted By SYC2Vette
Circuit 1 12v 15a fuse blows-suggestions?

Circuit 1 - PUR AFT COMP LT-AC-BATH/CEILING/BED, FAN-CEILING/READING/CLOSET LTS

With it out the fwd ceiling fan does not work, as well as the thermostat for A/C-Furnace.

Any ideas where to...
Forum: On The Road... 11-12-2023, 06:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,135
Posted By SYC2Vette
Just another vote to stay away from CC. I have...

Just another vote to stay away from CC. I have never been back after taking delivery of our Airstream.

-Paid for application of treatment. Trailer was delivered filthy with only excuse that their...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-07-2023, 08:48 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 73,672
Posted By SYC2Vette
Have to admit you make an interesting point. If...

Have to admit you make an interesting point. If you do not exceed axle ratings or GCWR with trailer then maybe the TV GVW and "payload" are secondary from a practical sense. Have to think about that...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-23-2023, 05:31 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,172
Posted By SYC2Vette
Although as you say "on paper" the numbers work,...

Although as you say "on paper" the numbers work, I think you will find that you will hit the payload rating very quickly when all equipment and people are onboard.

Likely your MPG will also not be...
Forum: On The Road... 09-01-2023, 04:27 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,750
Posted By SYC2Vette
Where was that? We are certainly on the edge and...

Where was that? We are certainly on the edge and although somewhat unpredictable our massive wind and solar installations are helping. Critical time period is 3:00pm to 9:00pm apparently. Hopefully...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-27-2023, 09:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 513
Posted By SYC2Vette
Same experience with ours. We use 2 in tandem...

Same experience with ours. We use 2 in tandem when running AC and works great. Less power on propane, maybe "just enough" on gasoline with single generator but not worth the trade-off for us to...
Forum: 2005 and newer - Bambi all models 08-27-2023, 09:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,641
Posted By SYC2Vette
There is a thread dedicated to the 20 footers. ...

There is a thread dedicated to the 20 footers.

Our 20FB (Bambi in 2017, now it is a Caravel in current year) is perfect for us.


Best features
- In our opinion the best galley of any...
Forum: Doors & Locks 08-26-2023, 07:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,605
Posted By SYC2Vette
I would call a locksmith before taking it to the...

I would call a locksmith before taking it to the dealer. Similar problem with folks parked next to us at a campsite. He applied a lot of force (more than I would dare) and got it open. When you say...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-10-2023, 05:46 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 18,958
Posted By SYC2Vette
An important thing to me as much as MPG is range...

An important thing to me as much as MPG is range on a tank. We like to fill at or before we are at the 1/3 mark, so same MPG but larger tank would be a selling point for us. There are more options...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 08-05-2023, 04:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,249
Posted By SYC2Vette
Just bumping this and hoping someone can share...

Just bumping this and hoping someone can share their brake temperatures. Really curious to know what is typical.
Forum: On The Road... 08-04-2023, 03:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,209
Posted By SYC2Vette
Tend to agree on the tires we had a 2 year old...

Tend to agree on the tires we had a 2 year old Goodyear Endurance fail on ours. Towing conditions about 70 mph in 100 degree weather. Cold pressure was 65 psi. TPMS was not working (that is another...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-04-2023, 02:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,272
Posted By SYC2Vette
Actually our Canyon is a great tow vehicle for...

Actually our Canyon is a great tow vehicle for our 20FB. Very stable even in strong crosswinds. The supercharger makes towing in the mountains very easy with never any trouble keeping up with...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-04-2023, 11:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,272
Posted By SYC2Vette
Very true!

Very true!
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-04-2023, 10:37 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,272
Posted By SYC2Vette
It is actually a "short bed" although with a...

It is actually a "short bed" although with a fullsize crew cab it is a fairly long truck anyway.

When I picked up the truck the mechanic and the manager both went out of their way to tell me what...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-04-2023, 05:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,272
Posted By SYC2Vette
Tried to edit the above post but it is already...

Tried to edit the above post but it is already locked. In looking at "asking" prices for examples with over 100,000 miles they seem to cover a wide range and all the way up to $34,000 which seems...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-04-2023, 04:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,272
Posted By SYC2Vette
Got the inspection for registration done. One...

Got the inspection for registration done. One glow plug and the 2 window lifts replaced. Fuel/water filter, and oil and filter completed. Tires are next.

Trying to figure out fair retail value....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-02-2023, 03:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,272
Posted By SYC2Vette
Thanks, I have read that also and it apparently...

Thanks, I have read that also and it apparently has to do with the turbo blades getting "coked up" if you don't spin it up and heat it up often enough. Not just the Duramax, this is apparently a...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-02-2023, 03:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,272
Posted By SYC2Vette
Awesome LOL Get to check out your new class A...

Awesome LOL Get to check out your new class A too!

So inspection completed and some work will be done right away:

-Glow plug #4 bad which is why check engine light was on.
Surprised at that...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-02-2023, 08:47 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,272
Posted By SYC2Vette
As shown above it is black. Perhaps not the best...

As shown above it is black. Perhaps not the best choice for Texas LOL !
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-02-2023, 07:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,272
Posted By SYC2Vette
Yes, in fact it is at a very good local shop...

Yes, in fact it is at a very good local shop right now for a "30 point inspection".

Getting a quote for:
-New water pump (they apparently are good for 150,000-200,000 miles so I think good to...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-01-2023, 08:25 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,272
Posted By SYC2Vette
Advice on a 2006 Silverado LBZ 6.6T Diesel

So I am helping a friend sell a 2006 Silverado HD LBZ 6.6T Allison transmission with 148000 miles on it as part of settling an estate.

It had been sitting for 6 months but after I installed fresh...
Forum: Winterizing, Storage, Carports & Covers 08-01-2023, 08:08 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 23,521
Posted By SYC2Vette
Might be tough unless they waived fence height...

Might be tough unless they waived fence height limits too. Our HOA in an otherwise restrictive community (which I personally like) is pretty reasonable in that they allow 24 hours in your driveway to...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 07-07-2023, 02:22 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 14,222
Posted By SYC2Vette
I would think that there would be a TSB if this...

I would think that there would be a TSB if this is as common as some on the F150 forum are saying. Maybe not a lot with max tow (or is it max payload??) out there?
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-27-2023, 09:51 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,380
Posted By SYC2Vette
Bedslide is great with a topper, but in our case...

Bedslide is great with a topper, but in our case cut down on available payload (not an issue with your 2500) so we use a "hook" now. An addition under our topper that we find very useful for storing...
Forum: Tires 06-26-2023, 03:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,868
Posted By SYC2Vette
On my 20FC the ST225-15 Actually has about 2...

On my 20FC the ST225-15 Actually has about 2 inches of clearance above the tire to the pan so it kind of bounces around but not at risk of sliding out of course.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-26-2023, 07:48 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 25,893
Posted By SYC2Vette
Smile That link for eTrailer has some good information....

That link for eTrailer has some good information. I liked their discussion and guidance on wheelbase. In all my years of towing with different rigs, I have found that wheelbase and distance from rear...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 06-21-2023, 04:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,249
Posted By SYC2Vette
Thanks Dan. Done some more research on this and...

Thanks Dan. Done some more research on this and it appears that for the scenario I described the single axle drum brakes should be up at 160F -180F if they are "sharing the load" correctly. I will be...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 06-19-2023, 11:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,249
Posted By SYC2Vette
TV and Trailer brake temperatures?

So recently I checked TV brake rotor temperatures and single axle drum brake temperature after a long steep descent with intermittent brake application on our midsize truck.

The rotor temperature...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-17-2023, 08:06 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,235
Posted By SYC2Vette
Odd thing is when you ordered the tow package...

Odd thing is when you ordered the tow package back prior to ~2020 it included a controller and incorporated DSC to detect and correct trailer sway. This was on X3/X5/X6 variants. When my son added...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-13-2023, 09:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,433
Posted By SYC2Vette
Same here except it took two hours to then chat...

Same here except it took two hours to then chat for 45 minutes to determine why bluetooth failed and all I was getting was a msg that serial number was not recognized on 3 week old battery purchased...
Forum: Axles 06-07-2023, 04:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,354
Posted By SYC2Vette
found it

Great to know.

Found my label upside down and faded. 5,000 lb rating. Glad I got the photo for my records while it was still legible

Thanks to all who responded. I appreciate your help and...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-07-2023, 03:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,218
Posted By SYC2Vette
Double check your RAW. We are at 3490 RAW and...

Double check your RAW. We are at 3490 RAW and smaller trailer with 20 lb propane tanks and single Lithium battery. Incudes 5 gallons spare gas and ~340 lbs of people and dogs. Do not be afraid of...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-06-2023, 05:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,671
Posted By SYC2Vette
That is a good point. The driver certainly needs...

That is a good point. The driver certainly needs to have throttle awareness even with traction control nannies in place. In wet weather and towing I drive in auto 4WD even with my boosted 3.6L as it...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-06-2023, 04:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,671
Posted By SYC2Vette
Also not being a smart aleck but 1.5 liters and...

Also not being a smart aleck but 1.5 liters and more than 250 hp better. Not for everyone of course but having experienced what a great improvement a supercharger makes for towing especially at...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-05-2023, 07:01 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 9,079
Posted By SYC2Vette
Great choice. head on over to the Coloradofans...

Great choice. head on over to the Coloradofans forum for lots of info and support on the Colorado/Canyon.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-05-2023, 05:59 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,053
Posted By SYC2Vette
This But consider the 5.0 so you could later...

This

But consider the 5.0 so you could later add a supercharger.

https://www.airforums.com/forums/f463/best-reason-ever-to-go-with-the-5-0-in-a-f150-244106.html
Forum: Tow Vehicles 06-05-2023, 04:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,671
Posted By SYC2Vette
Best reason ever to go with the 5.0 in a F150

Now that should tow up the grades nicely at high altitude!

https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1139830_ford-performance-has-a-700-hp-upgrade-for-the-f-150
Forum: Dollars & Cents 06-05-2023, 04:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,505
Posted By SYC2Vette
Make sure that you discuss with your spouse...

Make sure that you discuss with your spouse beforehand and agree that you are not accepting any upsells.

Upholstery damage coverage is another.

We did pay for walbernizing. When we picked up...
Forum: Axles 06-04-2023, 04:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,354
Posted By SYC2Vette
How to identify axles ?

I did some searching and could not find the answer on this, but of course could have missed it. How do you identify the exact axle (complete assembly) you have? Dexter does not have a simple system...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-30-2023, 05:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,218
Posted By SYC2Vette
"midsize"

"midsize"
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-28-2023, 11:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,218
Posted By SYC2Vette
Sounds about right for towing portion of trip...

Sounds about right for towing portion of trip based on our experience 12.5-13.5. I was able to squeeze 18 MPG avg on a long 45 mph average road with modest elevation changes once.
Forum: Cabinets, Counter Tops & Furnishings 05-27-2023, 09:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,613
Posted By SYC2Vette
Not directly related, but along a similar path....

Not directly related, but along a similar path. Our cabinet over our sink had very inadequate mounting attachment and only a matter of time before it detached. I added a bracket along the side that...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-27-2023, 06:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,188
Posted By SYC2Vette
The battery options (single lithium vs dual agm)...

The battery options (single lithium vs dual agm) and propane tank size are a relatively easy way to get your tongue weight down to a reasonable level. Of course watch what you put under the bed too.
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