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Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-14-2022, 08:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,762
Posted By Eric & El
Hi Doug, We towed our 19 for four years with...

Hi Doug,

We towed our 19 for four years with a highlander and just recently switched to a TRD sport suspension tundra and find the exact same experience you describe when I tried towing the...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 03-20-2021, 07:09 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 47,347
Posted By Eric & El
Thank you for the responses. We tried out a...

Thank you for the responses. We tried out a Tundra again and found it to be spacious and comfortable, easy to drive and maneuver. We pulled the trigger and put a deposit on a TRD sport. Nice to be at...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 03-15-2021, 12:25 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 47,347
Posted By Eric & El
How do you find the mileage? Is it as bad as...

How do you find the mileage? Is it as bad as people say? Since the kids are getting bigger we are considering the same move. I borrowed a 19 Tundra crewmax from a coworker and we really liked it. I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 01-24-2021, 06:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,155
Posted By Eric & El
I am unable to get a good photo so I added a note...

I am unable to get a good photo so I added a note to the instructions. I replaced the D-handle pins with matching hex bolts and lock nuts from the hardware store. The upper D-handle hole will require...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-06-2020, 04:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,818
Posted By Eric & El
For those that get stuck out on the road like we...

For those that get stuck out on the road like we did the camco replacement from Canadian Tire was really handy as most major towns will have a store. It’s a 14” ventline & elixir prior to 2008 which...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-06-2020, 01:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,155
Posted By Eric & El
Agreed, I definitely have concerns with weight...

Agreed, I definitely have concerns with weight back there but feel better that it no longer bounces around. We only carry two 30lb bikes on the trailer and two on the roof. It is really handy to have...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-06-2020, 12:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,818
Posted By Eric & El
The exact same thing happened to us on our three...

The exact same thing happened to us on our three year old trailer. Picked up a Camco replacement from Canadian Tire while on the road. I found what I think is the exact one escape installed on amazon...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-03-2020, 03:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,155
Posted By Eric & El
I believe it is 54lb but take a look at their...

I believe it is 54lb but take a look at their website all the weights are listed there
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 09-02-2020, 08:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,155
Posted By Eric & El
Update on NS rack. I have replaced the pivot pins...

Update on NS rack. I have replaced the pivot pins with nuts and bolts. Also, added a hitch tightener. The rack now is so solid that it is like an extension of the trailer frame. I feel like it’s a...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-06-2020, 09:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,155
Posted By Eric & El
We have that exact rack on a 19. I set it up as...

We have that exact rack on a 19. I set it up as per the instructions as far as installing the base in the forward two holes. It looked like plenty of clearance when set at the furthest tilt position...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-21-2019, 09:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,870
Posted By Eric & El
How did you find the Tacoma 19’ combo performance...

How did you find the Tacoma 19’ combo performance when descending steep grades? We are contemplating a new tow vehicle and find the Tacoma appealing

Eric
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 08-05-2019, 05:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,201
Posted By Eric & El
I would agree Pat. We have one of these windows...

I would agree Pat. We have one of these windows installed on our 2018 19’. I always reset the tension until the seal is just seated on all our windows when not traveling especially when stored in the...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 07-07-2018, 11:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,597
Posted By Eric & El
Hi Sclifrickson, I sent the pictures to...

Hi Sclifrickson,

I sent the pictures to Escape and received a reply from Reace stating that in some cases the fridge fan is preinstalled by the manufacturer in which case it only has a thermal...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 07-02-2018, 04:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,597
Posted By Eric & El
It is on our build sheet. Hopefully I have...

It is on our build sheet. Hopefully I have correctly attached pictures of the fan above the coils but I definitely do not see that switch. Can you see what color the wires are at the switch and maybe...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 07-02-2018, 03:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,597
Posted By Eric & El
Hi All, We picked up our 2017 19' a couple...

Hi All,

We picked up our 2017 19' a couple of months ago and are loving it so far. We also ordered the external fridge fan in case we ever need it and I completely forgot to ask about it's...
Forum: General Escape 10-14-2017, 12:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,810
Posted By Eric & El
Hi Wallly, We did order a 19 after testing...

Hi Wallly,

We did order a 19 after testing with towing a 4500lb Boston whaler which the highlander handled quite well. We will not take delivery until early spring but I will post a review of how...
Forum: General Escape 10-14-2017, 12:05 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,810
Posted By Eric & El
If you read through the following you will find...

If you read through the following you will find KountryKamper posted some very useful info on Gen2 weights: https://www.escapeforum.org/forums/f9/tongue-weights-10710.html

Hope this helps with your...
Forum: General Escape 08-19-2017, 08:14 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 15,106
Posted By Eric & El
Thanks, I figured it must be 12v. Did you go...

Thanks, I figured it must be 12v. Did you go power? If so are you happy with it?

Eric
Forum: General Escape 08-19-2017, 07:54 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 15,106
Posted By Eric & El
Sorry, a bit of confusion in regards to the...

Sorry, a bit of confusion in regards to the automatic awning. Dometic's website says you loose a bit of freedom with the automatic awning because you're reliant on power. Does this mean it requires...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-17-2017, 12:27 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 12,920
Posted By Eric & El
Tom, Thanks for the numbers, excellent...

Tom,

Thanks for the numbers, excellent information.

Regards,

Eric
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-14-2017, 08:43 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 12,920
Posted By Eric & El
I have seen his trailer in the driveway and do...

I have seen his trailer in the driveway and do ride quite often in Tsawwassen. If I see him out I will stop and say Hi. Must have been some other riders that talked to him.

It looks like the main...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-14-2017, 08:14 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 12,920
Posted By Eric & El
Just calculated: 425/3600=11.8% pretty much bang...

Just calculated: 425/3600=11.8% pretty much bang on the money. Thanks Jim and Tom for the numbers.

Eric
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-14-2017, 08:04 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 12,920
Posted By Eric & El
We have a 2010 Highlander 3.5l AWD with trans...

We have a 2010 Highlander 3.5l AWD with trans cooler. To be sure I had Toyota run the VIN to confirm it does have tow package. The owners manual states 5000lb under weight limits and under tongue...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-14-2017, 04:02 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 12,920
Posted By Eric & El
Thanks so much for the replies everyone, makes us...

Thanks so much for the replies everyone, makes us feel much better. We decided to forgo A/C and spray foam insulation which should keep the weight down some but clearly careful loading will be key....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-14-2017, 11:37 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 12,920
Posted By Eric & El
This seems a little concerning! We have ordered a...

This seems a little concerning! We have ordered a 19' to tow with a Highlander rated at 500lb tongue, 5000lb tow capacity. I realize tongue weight can be altered by loading but overall weight may be...
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