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Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-25-2021, 11:03 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,622
Posted By Tom and Gay
4WD (and always have) 2017 F150 3.5eb 5.5' bed

4WD (and always have) 2017 F150 3.5eb 5.5' bed
Forum: Towing and Hitching 01-14-2021, 11:45 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,643
Posted By Tom and Gay
While shopping for a 2017 F150 to tow our 5.0TA I...

While shopping for a 2017 F150 to tow our 5.0TA I learned that the 2.7 models were limited in gvwr by their electronic parking brake that had its own gvwr of 6500 lbs. Ford at that time offered a 2.7...
Forum: COVID-19 | Discussion Zone 05-02-2020, 11:05 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 11,714
Posted By Tom and Gay
In case your interested in camping anywhere other...

In case your interested in camping anywhere other than state parks, I see the private campground where we stayed for the Redwoods opened for camping May 1 (Kamp Klamath). There may be private options...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 04-13-2020, 02:41 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,221
Posted By Tom and Gay
I use a soft trifold cover (extang) on our F150...

I use a soft trifold cover (extang) on our F150 5'7" bed while towing our 5.0TA. The pin box does contact the folded vinyl while hooking up but doesn't cause damage since the support bar is further...
Forum: General Escape 12-16-2019, 12:41 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,120
Posted By Tom and Gay
We carry two bikes on a 1UP rack and use the...

We carry two bikes on a 1UP rack and use the wheel locks and hitch lock sold by 1UP. They are quick deterrent that goes through the spoke of the tire in the rack arm. When leaving them longer or when...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-21-2019, 01:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,140
Posted By Tom and Gay
Ron The measurements you requested: Width...

Ron
The measurements you requested:
Width between cabinets: 45"
Height between ceiling and mattress platform: 42"
(the height available to the top step is 56")

We chose to hang our curtain...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 09-01-2019, 12:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,852
Posted By Tom and Gay
I raised our pin box two years ago and have...

I raised our pin box two years ago and have appreciated the more level tow and have not had a clearance problem with our F150 and standard trailer height. I use an Andersen gooseneck hitch with the...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 04-03-2019, 10:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,500
Posted By Tom and Gay
True - I have the 3.31 and 3.5EB in our 2017 F150...

True - I have the 3.31 and 3.5EB in our 2017 F150 and it tows our 5.0TA fine in the Rockies. The 6spd transmission will handle it a bit differently than my 10spd but should still be fine for 5000...
Forum: Product Reviews 02-20-2019, 01:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,267
Posted By Tom and Gay
My son gave me one of their earlier models a...

My son gave me one of their earlier models a couple years ago - minipresso gr. I usually want more than a shot of expresso so haven't used it a lot but I like that it can use any coffee and it...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-12-2019, 02:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 12,998
Posted By Tom and Gay
I've experimented turning the steering wheel all...

I've experimented turning the steering wheel all the way going forward and still had clearance between the trailer and the truck cab. We have an F150 crew cab with a 5.5' bed and only about 31"...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-12-2019, 01:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,569
Posted By Tom and Gay
Having the red receiver part of the Andersen...

Having the red receiver part of the Andersen turned forward does create a risk of the pinbox hitting the siderails of the truck. When we picked up our trailer I was upset to see ETI had it turned...
Forum: General Escape 11-27-2018, 08:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,861
Posted By Tom and Gay
Opening can Vary?

I just recently noticed that one of the loft windows in our 5.0TA can open further than the other frameless windows. It seems that it doesn't have the spacer that restricts the distance opened in the...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-30-2018, 04:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,546
Posted By Tom and Gay
Yes, costs more than mine but looks simpler.

Yes, costs more than mine but looks simpler.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-30-2018, 01:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,546
Posted By Tom and Gay
I installed a Draw-tite hide-a-goose in our 2017...

I installed a Draw-tite hide-a-goose in our 2017 F150 supercrew 5.5' bed. It was doable but an air wrench would have saved a lot of work. The Draw-tite center section attaches to the cross members...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-26-2018, 09:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,096
Posted By Tom and Gay
I see the B&W you linked specifies the ball will...

I see the B&W you linked specifies the ball will be 45.125 from the tailgate so they do vary. Mine is about 2 inches forward of the axle. You can find lots of warnings about 5th wheel hitches in...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-25-2018, 11:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,096
Posted By Tom and Gay
It can vary depending on the model of truck and...

It can vary depending on the model of truck and the model of gooseneck ball you install. 45.750 was from the installation guide I found online for the Drawtite hitch I thought I had but I just...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-25-2018, 10:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,096
Posted By Tom and Gay
The Andersen connection ball is 40.375" from the...

The Andersen connection ball is 40.375" from the rear of my F150 5.5' bed or tailgate using the gooseneck version attached to a turnover ball. It would be the same distance regardless of bed length....
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-24-2018, 11:15 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,826
Posted By Tom and Gay
The Andersen connection ball is 40.375" from the...

The Andersen connection ball is 40.375" from the rear of my F150 5.5' bed or tailgate using the gooseneck version attached to a turnover ball. As Chotch stated it is the same distance regardless of...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-16-2018, 02:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,219
Posted By Tom and Gay
I believe you will be fine with your truck as...

I believe you will be fine with your truck as long as you keep within your payload limit. This assumes your hitch is part of what Ford calls the 53B hitch package. The 53A tow package has no more...
Forum: Paper Escape 08-16-2018, 10:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,796
Posted By Tom and Gay
We purchased our Escape last year and had no...

We purchased our Escape last year and had no problem taking the ETI paperwork to our local DMV office and getting it registered and left with plates to take along for pickup. I remember reading...
Forum: Shopping Escape 08-03-2018, 09:33 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 9,354
Posted By Tom and Gay
We got the u-shape dinette in our 5.0TA last...

We got the u-shape dinette in our 5.0TA last year. The biggest regret I have is not getting the rear bench built a few inches deeper...just got a 12" filler board. I saw later that someone else had...
Forum: Shopping Escape 05-29-2018, 10:12 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 25,993
Posted By Tom and Gay
Star gazing in the loft

We discovered another advantage of the 5.0TA while boondocking along the Hennepin Canal in Illinois this past weekend. The weather was hot so without hookups we had all the windows open including the...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Gatherings or Events 04-10-2018, 08:00 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 34,692
Posted By Tom and Gay
Hi Paul We have reserved site 111 Thurs thru...

Hi Paul
We have reserved site 111 Thurs thru Sunday and are looking forward to seeing folks again.
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-20-2018, 09:56 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,901
Posted By Tom and Gay
Yes, the 22' is the next size up and is the one I...

Yes, the 22' is the next size up and is the one I got last fall for waxing our 5.0TA. I decided to save some money and got the Keller from Menards instead of the Little Giant. It is very stable set...
Forum: Product Reviews 03-08-2018, 10:30 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 35,061
Posted By Tom and Gay
Hi Donna We have a 1UP rack for two bikes and...

Hi Donna
We have a 1UP rack for two bikes and really like their wheel locks and hitch bar lock. I nearly always use them as they are easy to install and they store in my driver door pocket. One of...
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