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Forum: Modifications and Alterations 10-08-2021, 04:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,349
Posted By ThomasG
That looks easy. Thanks much!

That looks easy. Thanks much!
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 10-08-2021, 02:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,349
Posted By ThomasG
How/where did you get access to the 5.0 TA black...

How/where did you get access to the 5.0 TA black water tank?
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-15-2021, 07:12 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 12,734
Posted By ThomasG
My Champion 2000w dual fuel generator running on...

My Champion 2000w dual fuel generator running on propane will start my AC with a soft start without any problem. The running power for this generator on propane is 1440w below 1000 ft.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-07-2021, 04:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,051
Posted By ThomasG
Centex, Thanks much for your...

Centex,


Thanks much for your consideration of this matter (and everyone else that has commented).


I'm definitely adjusting my break away cable to be a little longer than my chains.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 06-26-2021, 02:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,996
Posted By ThomasG
My understanding is the breakaway cable should be...

My understanding is the breakaway cable should be short enough that the switch should activate before the chains get tight. This way the trailer breaks activate before the trailer potentially totally...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 06-26-2021, 01:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,815
Posted By ThomasG
I check the voltage at the pole before I plug in...

I check the voltage at the pole before I plug in with one of these and a 30a to 15a adapter: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CDJRLKI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Of course...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 05-26-2021, 06:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,093
Posted By ThomasG
I just wipe down the panel with a wet rag. I wash...

I just wipe down the panel with a wet rag. I wash them like the rest of the trailer if I'm washing the entire trailer. The top of the panel is just a sheet of glass.

The two wires weren't...
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-03-2021, 12:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,637
Posted By ThomasG
Was your furnace able to keep the trailer warm...

Was your furnace able to keep the trailer warm enough when it was in the single digits?

I thought about using our trailer as a life boat in the driveway, however I didn't have enough smarts to...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 12-12-2020, 11:01 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,112
Posted By ThomasG
Touchless faucet?

Has anyone installed a touchless faucet? We have one at home and like it very much (Kohler from Costco). There is an inexpensive one at Amazon (https://amzn.com/B0878LQ9T5) that has good reviews that...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 08-31-2020, 03:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,564
Posted By ThomasG
I add a treatment to the gray tank if it will be...

I add a treatment to the gray tank if it will be in the tank more than a few days. I use "Camco TST MAX Strength Orange Scent RV Toilet Treatment" in both the black and gray tanks. If the black water...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-25-2020, 03:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,376
Posted By ThomasG
You might want to try the system without the...

You might want to try the system without the booster. The distance from the tires to the receiver in your truck are quite a bit less than many trailers, and your trailer doesn't block the radio...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 08-17-2020, 12:28 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,518
Posted By ThomasG
I recently had exactly this same problem shortly...

I recently had exactly this same problem shortly before leaving on a trip (of course). I just happened to have some 3M double sided trim tape (as suggested by @Oldtimer). I think any high quality...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-24-2020, 11:37 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 14,867
Posted By ThomasG
Yes, yes, yes, please!

Yes, yes, yes, please!
Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-24-2020, 11:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,701
Posted By ThomasG
I bought the "Dee Zee DZ87006 Heavyweight Bed...

I bought the "Dee Zee DZ87006 Heavyweight Bed Mat" (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OLVG5IU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1) for my 2017 6.5' bed F-150. I'm very happy with it....
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-19-2020, 05:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,027
Posted By ThomasG
There are RV maintenance schools for owners if...

There are RV maintenance schools for owners if you have the time and don't mind the price. One example: https://nrvta.com/.
Forum: General Escape 07-19-2020, 05:07 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,327
Posted By ThomasG
I'm 6' 3" and don't have any significant issues...

I'm 6' 3" and don't have any significant issues when using the shower in our 5.0TA. I am on the thin side which might be a consideration for some people.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 06-18-2020, 06:42 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,674
Posted By ThomasG
If the goal is to reduce the amount of light from...

If the goal is to reduce the amount of light from an LED, then try Light Dims (https://www.amazon.com/LightDims-Original-Strength-Electronics-Appliances/dp/B009WSJNCW).

FYI, I just saw this...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 03-05-2020, 11:34 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 16,631
Posted By ThomasG
Here are the instructions in case anyone needs...

Here are the instructions in case anyone needs them: https://andersenhitches.com/uploads/Camper%20Leveler%20dimensions.pdf
Forum: Towing and Hitching 03-05-2020, 11:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,137
Posted By ThomasG
Some states require chains, some don't. We always...

Some states require chains, some don't. We always use chains.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-26-2020, 09:06 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 16,631
Posted By ThomasG
Some of the square leveling blocks for the 5.0TA...

Some of the square leveling blocks for the 5.0TA front jacks are handy too. Sometimes you need more lift on a sloped campsite. They also reduce the amount of time you spend running the jacks up and...
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 02-26-2020, 03:31 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 12,719
Posted By ThomasG
The CDI Electronics SG2-0300 Bluetooth Gateway...

The CDI Electronics SG2-0300 Bluetooth Gateway for the SG200 is now available (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KGV1W55/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_AjJvEbY200E7T). Has anyone used it?

Amazon also has the...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-19-2020, 10:43 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,929
Posted By ThomasG
In the past Escape said the max pin weight for...

In the past Escape said the max pin weight for the 5.0TA was 900 lbs. Currently, their website says "Hitch Weight 630 lbs".

Check the cargo weight for *your truck* on the sticker inside the...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 02-09-2020, 10:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,435
Posted By ThomasG
Back to the OP's subject... I had trouble...

Back to the OP's subject...

I had trouble finding the Environment Canada weather app. Here is a link to it (both Apple and Android):...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 02-08-2020, 11:52 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,531
Posted By ThomasG
FYI, the above Milwaukee 2237-20 meter is...

FYI, the above Milwaukee 2237-20 meter is available on Amazon for $120 USD (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002EL4LA8/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_ME4pEbYHV9T67).

Can anyone give any first hand...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 02-07-2020, 05:09 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,531
Posted By ThomasG
Oops, I just noticed you are using 50% of your...

Oops, I just noticed you are using 50% of your battery in 48 hours (not 24 like I was thinking). That works!
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