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Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-22-2018, 09:48 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,873
Posted By thoreau2104
The manual for my truck says that “tow/haul mode ...

The manual for my truck says that “tow/haul mode should be engaged when you are above 75% of the vehicles towing capacity”.

GMC 3500 duramax 2016.

My opinion is tow/haul is not as smooth as...
Forum: On The Road... 05-14-2018, 09:33 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 20,044
Posted By thoreau2104
Now that is funny. Great to be able to throw...

Now that is funny. Great to be able to throw yourself under the bus.

We are a full hook up kinda family. In three years have used zero dump stations. This summer we are heading to an Army...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 05-10-2018, 09:23 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,968
Posted By thoreau2104
My door has been a constant problem. Have an appt...

My door has been a constant problem. Have an appt in two weeks yet again. Where I bring camper for service I was told I was using stabilizers improperly (not) and then it “looked like someone tried...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 05-09-2018, 09:25 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,066
Posted By thoreau2104
I had a problem with Colton RV popping up on my...

I had a problem with Colton RV popping up on my IPad for a long-time.

Even made a post about it. And then a lot of comments were made and then the thread magically disappeared.

...
Forum: On The Road... 05-09-2018, 09:20 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,595
Posted By thoreau2104
I have been through the tunnel in Baltimore a...

I have been through the tunnel in Baltimore a number of times. I use EZ Pass so no attendant. Maybe that's why I have been lucky.

The sign is very confusing I agree with the other post.
...
Forum: On The Road... 05-07-2018, 10:44 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,595
Posted By thoreau2104
EZ Pass? I read something about ez pass and...

EZ Pass? I read something about ez pass and Florida. If my memory serves me it’s only certain highways and 95 to I4 I didn’t run into any problems. If you go other paces in FL I have no idea.
...
Forum: On The Road... 05-07-2018, 10:37 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,595
Posted By thoreau2104
NJ to Orlando

We have two kids and not the flexibility you now have. Taking 81 would probably be nice but I-95 is what we need to take. So I can speak to that trip. But we have gone to Fort Wilderness 3yrs in a...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 05-02-2018, 09:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,719
Posted By thoreau2104
colonial installed ours and it is clean and neat....

colonial installed ours and it is clean and neat. All the connections to the skin are essentially covered by the rack. It is very sharp looking.

Some of the bike racks I see on SOB are complete...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 05-02-2018, 09:30 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,140
Posted By thoreau2104
Voyager #2nd edition I believe.

I will have to check the box.

I have used for two years and have some intermittent loss of signal.

But it is also great because you will know immediately if your 7 pin starts acting up which...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 04-16-2018, 07:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,486
Posted By thoreau2104
Thanks

Thanks for all of your comments. All I can tell you is it’s driving me nuts.

And I will start small and replace lock if need be.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-10-2018, 11:06 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 15,602
Posted By thoreau2104
2 things I like about my diesel truck. 1....

2 things I like about my diesel truck.

1. Exhaust brake. Makes stopping way better in my opinion. I have driven my sister gasser F350 and her SOB trailer and its night in day difference and...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 04-10-2018, 08:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,486
Posted By thoreau2104
Door issues. Locks by itself and deadbolt not smooth

We have a 30ft FC Bunk and have a problem with the door handle locking when simply closing the door. We keep a set of keys accessible because of this.

Anyone else have this problem?

As for the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-25-2017, 08:46 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,017
Posted By thoreau2104
You already traded your super duty in for 2017....

You already traded your super duty in for 2017. Ain't no going back now. I would stick with the 150 and see how it goes for you. Biggest complaint I have heard about towing with a 150 or 1500 is...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-03-2017, 09:56 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 10,714
Posted By thoreau2104
Payload numbers

Are you sure that is right? As per sticker? I had a 2500 gmc Denali package standard bed and payload was the 2800~. I have a 3500 now or I would go take a pic. But it certainly wasn't anything near...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-28-2017, 01:05 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 10,714
Posted By thoreau2104
Now that my wife towed and backed in to our spot...

Now that my wife towed and backed in to our spot last weekend....WE tow with a 3500 GMC Duramax long bed.

It's not easiest to everyday driver but it's fantastic to pull into the truck diesel...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 09-26-2017, 07:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,383
Posted By thoreau2104
Air Conditioning Drain Clog

My last trip both AC's were on and the rear AC was draining a little bit at the rear street side tire but most of the water was draining down the side of the camper.

Is this as simple of fix as...
Forum: 2009-2015 Flying Cloud 09-26-2017, 06:56 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,943
Posted By thoreau2104
nice work

I have a 2015 FC Bunk and its the same problem. From the first time I walked into the bathroom I wondered why in the world those two switches were mounted in that location. We have two kids and...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 09-14-2017, 08:01 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,720
Posted By thoreau2104
One could only hope

Maybe just maybe Colton RV pays for all the website hits redirected from his site. I am not sure how all that works. It is annoying and I go to click on a topic and Colton rv tab opens. I goto page 2...
Forum: Forum Admin, News and Member Account Info 09-14-2017, 10:04 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,720
Posted By thoreau2104
Colton rv ad that constantly pop up....

I cannot stand the constant pop ups from Colton Rv. Using my iPad this is the only website that regularly opens a new tab going to the Colton rv site. I wouldn't buy something from them because of...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-31-2017, 09:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 888
Posted By thoreau2104
You have new dmax that can tow 13500-14,000 and...

You have new dmax that can tow 13500-14,000 and has probably at 3600 payload. That gives you plenty of capacity to spare. I have the same truck and it has no problem with my 30 ft FC bunk and some...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-29-2017, 04:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,478
Posted By thoreau2104
Question for you

What is the make and model of your trailer?

We have a 30 ft FC bunk and if we were full timing would need f250/2500 without a doubt.

Currently we have a GMC 3500 and on most highways it is...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-09-2017, 09:24 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,398
Posted By thoreau2104
Absolutely

I don't have a ford but I have a gmc 3500 duramax and
use an equalizer and feel very comfortable with it. It is certainly not overkill. And if you are like me traveling with wife, 2 kids and 2 dogs...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 06-08-2017, 08:37 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 25,788
Posted By thoreau2104
voyager system

we have a voyager system installed from the dealer. It does help for backing up when it comes to any thing in the way of your destination kids, dogs, bikes, etc

I don't find if very helpful...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-07-2017, 11:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,063
Posted By thoreau2104
2015 FC Bunk Dometic Fridge Problem

I have searched my question and have been unsuccessful. I did see some things on another site but wasn't very thorough.

My trailer is in my driveway and plugged in using the 50amp to 30 to 20...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-06-2017, 08:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,495
Posted By thoreau2104
I have an Equalizer hitch set up from Colonial in...

I have an Equalizer hitch set up from Colonial in NJ. I couldn't be happier especially after I slipped the pads on to eliminate the noise. The equalizer is the only WD/Sway I have any experience...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 05-15-2017, 07:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,376
Posted By thoreau2104
We have FC 30ft bunk 2015 with 2 ACs with the...

We have FC 30ft bunk 2015 with 2 ACs with the ducts and couldn't be happier. On the roof I haven't had a problem the few times I have been up. One thing we find ourselves having to do quite often...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-10-2017, 05:15 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,447
Posted By thoreau2104
I have a FC 30 bunk and have two kids, two dogs...

I have a FC 30 bunk and have two kids, two dogs and I am not small and we load up for camping and have a blast. That "load" adds up quick.

We have a 3500 gmc diesel and couldn't be happier. Could...
Forum: Batteries, Univolts, Converters & Inverters 04-28-2017, 10:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,239
Posted By thoreau2104
looking for a battery recommendation

i would prefer not go thru expanding my battery box to accept the Trojans (have the same batteries in our golf cart they are great). Is there a particular battery for "non-boondockers" that fit the...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 04-23-2017, 04:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,014
Posted By thoreau2104
Toilet filling with water

So I hooked up to city water and my son used the toilet and after flushing added more water to the bowl. We have a FC 30ft bunk 30ft. It has a macerator toilet.

Anyhow the only way to avoid water...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-14-2016, 06:45 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,943
Posted By thoreau2104
I have a hard time traveling 60 or 65 when...

I have a hard time traveling 60 or 65 when traffic is at a 75 avg whipping past me. I typically set the cruise for 70. We are on the east coast so its mostly flat. we tow with a GMC 3500...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 09-12-2016, 06:19 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,103
Posted By thoreau2104
I was told by Colonial service dept that this...

I was told by Colonial service dept that this particular valve is not part of the winterization process. Because when it is opened it does not just drain like a water heater or freshwater tank valve....
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 09-05-2016, 06:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,103
Posted By thoreau2104
No pedal to flush on my unit. I believe >25ft FC...

No pedal to flush on my unit. I believe >25ft FC have a macerator toliet. 1 Side of button fills and the other half flushes. Another button allows for a dry flush before you start your departure for...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 09-04-2016, 12:04 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,103
Posted By thoreau2104
This little drain drove me nuts

First, with it open and spilling water with every flush it took a lot of water to operate your toliet properly.

Second, I was told it was open as part of the winterizing of the unit that Colonial...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 09-01-2016, 09:09 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,103
Posted By thoreau2104
Same problem and it was very frustrating

Called Colonial, dealer where I purchased new, and they tried to walk me though of how to find this white valve. I was unsuccessful after three calls, 1 service call when they never addressed that...
Forum: Member Introductions 12-02-2015, 11:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 777
Posted By thoreau2104
Thanks for the advice.

Thanks for the advice.
Forum: Member Introductions 11-30-2015, 10:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 777
Posted By thoreau2104
New owners

We recently bought a 1999 34ft Excella Classic. Our TV is a new GMC Sierra 2500, Diesel and has the Denali package. Thanks to reading this forum I read, and read and read about the trailer, tow...
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