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Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 10-11-2023, 04:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,683
Posted By john o
This is a very good anology for elecricity in...

This is a very good anology for elecricity in terms of water flow. I want to point out that devices with motors in them, such as an A/C unit will have a FLA, full load amps rating and a LRA, locked...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-04-2023, 02:02 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,975
Posted By john o
Canyon diesel

I love my 2016 Canyon Duramax 2.8 towing my 5.0! Yes, fuel is expensive currently but my highway mileage is 24 mpg at 62 mph. I have not met the hill that my truck won’t take with the cruise control...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 11-09-2022, 12:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,899
Posted By john o
I have had to replace a couple caps. One I...

I have had to replace a couple caps. One I replaced with a drainage hose end cap, painted white. The other I was away from stores so cut off the bottom of a large vodka plastic bottle and in each...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-26-2022, 10:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By john o
And you can get the wifi/router from T-mobile...

And you can get the wifi/router from T-mobile also. I use on for internet at home and take it with me when traveling.
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 10-26-2022, 10:37 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,671
Posted By john o
My 5.0 is a 2011 model. It was starting to get...

My 5.0 is a 2011 model. It was starting to get rust on the frame and particularly on the angle iron supporting the tanks. I went under and completely looked at the frame and applied a coat of...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-24-2022, 10:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 769
Posted By john o
My 11 inch rear LED strips were losing leds so I...

My 11 inch rear LED strips were losing leds so I replaced all with ones bought from Amazon. Love them. Now to your question. Being high tech here, I used DAP caulking with silicon. I figured if...
Forum: Escape RVs Wanted 09-01-2022, 06:43 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 676
Posted By john o
WTB Escape 5.0TA 2016 vintage 1st gen trailer

I am interested in buying one of the 1st generation tandem axle 5.0s. I like the curvy style! :)

I am located in the Annapolis Maryland area, so I am mostly interested in one in the Mid-Atlantic...
Forum: General Escape 08-17-2022, 11:42 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,697
Posted By john o
The first 5.o TAs

Donna, Sounds like the first 5.0TAs were rolled out in 2014. I believe these were still the design with curved sides and bent awning arms. Do you know when the next switch was made to the straight...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 06-16-2021, 10:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,771
Posted By john o
Slider

I don't tow with an F-150, but another 5 foot bed. I have changed to a Curt 15k sliding hitch mount for those times when I really need to turn sharp and don't want to hit the cab. Yes there is a...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 12-02-2020, 03:19 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,861
Posted By john o
I have the Duramax 2.8 and love it. All the...

I have the Duramax 2.8 and love it. All the hitch info is in the trailer and not here. I bought the generic rails and hitch. They are the "15k' items and not true Reese. I found a used Reese...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 12-02-2020, 11:43 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,861
Posted By john o
I have a Canyon 5 foot bed and a 5.0. I have...

I have a Canyon 5 foot bed and a 5.0. I have added a Reese sliding hitch mount to the rig after towing for a while. I can go to 90 degrees now. It’s very easy to slide back when at the campground...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 05-06-2020, 03:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,499
Posted By john o
I have the Canyon and use the built in...

I have the Canyon and use the built in controller. I have used the method in the manual to set it. I believe it is Currently set at 6. My trailer is second hand (5.0 single axle) so broken it when...
Forum: General Escape 06-27-2019, 11:49 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 12,484
Posted By john o
I’m towing a 5.0 (not TA) with my Canyon diesel. ...

I’m towing a 5.0 (not TA) with my Canyon diesel. Works great but needs a DIY hitch install as no kit was available for this truck. Documented in my files.

John
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-27-2017, 09:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,014
Posted By john o
See my picture folder for our install of a hitch...

See my picture folder for our install of a hitch on a short bed Canyon Duramax. As I remember it mounts about 4 inches behind the axle with not much option for another location. Only have a classic...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-27-2017, 08:09 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 29,253
Posted By john o
We are enjoying our Canyon with the 2.8 Duramax....

We are enjoying our Canyon with the 2.8 Duramax. Handles the 5.0 with plenty to spare. The torque is at low RPMs, of course, vice the gas versions. Minimum average MPG has been 21. - John
Forum: Towing and Hitching 09-08-2016, 07:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,455
Posted By john o
GMC Canyon Duramax towing a 5.0 Classic

We just got out for our first camp with the rig. Finally... I promised to offer up our experience.
The towing was great. We went to one of the Maryland Patapsco state parks with RV sites, near...
Forum: New Member Introductions 08-14-2016, 07:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,318
Posted By john o
Would be happy to show our 5.0 to you. Just give...

Would be happy to show our 5.0 to you. Just give a call around the date that you want to come out to Churchton. Also there are a couple of 5.0TAs in southern Virginia if you need...

John
Forum: Classifieds Archive 08-13-2016, 05:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,408
Posted By john o
composting head

We used a Natures Head on our past boat. The solid material was turned to dirt by time to empty. We would place it under bushes. It was totally digested with the peat added to it and the positive...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-09-2016, 07:33 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 31,249
Posted By john o
Stan, our convertible is suffering too! The...

Stan, our convertible is suffering too! The Canyon Duramax drives like a sports car. :) Body roll is minimal and, well, acceleration is nonexistent. Well, that is until the turbo kicks in. I...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-07-2016, 04:21 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 31,249
Posted By john o
On my three trips out so far, I am OK with the...

On my three trips out so far, I am OK with the reach of the stock mirrors. The classic 5.0 is probably narrower that the current line-up though.

John
Forum: New Member Introductions 08-07-2016, 03:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,318
Posted By john o
Thanks! I finally got around to it and the magic...

Thanks! I finally got around to it and the magic happened right away. :)
Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-07-2016, 09:46 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 31,249
Posted By john o
Rockseeker: After my late arrival to field your...

Rockseeker: After my late arrival to field your questions, I'm not sure what is still to answer if anything. I am going to finish putting installation photos in my folder so that those who want to...
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-20-2016, 08:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,318
Posted By john o
Alf, What I have so far is in an album under...

Alf,

What I have so far is in an album under john o. I'll add more.

John
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-20-2016, 06:44 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,318
Posted By john o
Hi Dave! Yes, that's the one we bought. Now...

Hi Dave! Yes, that's the one we bought. Now hitched up and pulling fine. How do we add to the map?

John
Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-19-2016, 08:17 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 31,249
Posted By john o
I have completed the hitch arrangement on the...

I have completed the hitch arrangement on the Canyon Duramax and 5.0 and had the rig out for a spin. Everything working well. I will put photos of my hitch installation in my photos when time...
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