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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-04-2020, 08:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,094
Posted By soaring360
My bathroom latch is jammed, can't open door

I have a 2019 5.0 ta.

Has anyone else had this issue? I literally can't push the button in anymore to release the latch and open the door.

A few time in the past it would get a little stuck,...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 06-20-2020, 11:05 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 23,424
Posted By soaring360
Cybertruck and 5.0?

I know it's a controversial topic, but personally I love the idea of an electric truck as my tow vehicle. The tesla cybertruck will have both 120 and 240v output so you could literally boondock for...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 06-20-2020, 10:38 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 14,979
Posted By soaring360
GMC Canyon owner

I tow with a 2018 GMC Canyon diesel. I would say there is plenty of towing capacity, but sometimes I have concerns about payload. I haven't yet had the chance to weigh the 5.0 on the kingpin so I...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 06-27-2019, 09:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,857
Posted By soaring360
Do you have a post about your mini-split ac...

Do you have a post about your mini-split ac setup? I'm interested :)
Forum: Towing and Hitching 06-27-2019, 09:38 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 11,474
Posted By soaring360
Very convincing, thank you! I no longer feel like...

Very convincing, thank you! I no longer feel like I'm being ripped off, that's what I was looking for :laugh:
Forum: Paper Escape 06-27-2019, 09:34 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,872
Posted By soaring360
That's exactly right! I'm going to be Full timing...

That's exactly right! I'm going to be Full timing in my escape. Texas, SD, and Florida are all friendly for full timers and make it pretty easy.
Forum: Paper Escape 06-26-2019, 11:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,872
Posted By soaring360
Is tax payment required when registering in U.S.A?

Hello!

I appreciate all the helpful insight I've been getting on this forum, I hope to someday be able to pass along what I've learned through my experiences too. I'll be picking up my 5.0 in...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 06-26-2019, 09:16 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 11,474
Posted By soaring360
Yes I realize that, but nearly 1600 cad still...

Yes I realize that, but nearly 1600 cad still seems high to me. The hitch and rails are probably half of that, and half is labor.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 06-20-2019, 04:24 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 11,474
Posted By soaring360
Anderson Hitch Installation Cost

Does anyone have any recommendations on where to have the Anderson hitch(rails version) installed for a chevy Colorado short bed? I got a quote from Trademasters but it seemed a bit high for me so I...
Forum: General Escape 06-19-2019, 12:26 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 14,455
Posted By soaring360
essential tools

Sorry if I missed this discussion on essential tools in this thread. I'll be picking up my 5.0 in a couple weeks and am not sure what torque wrench I need for my future Anderson ultimate hitch and...
Forum: General Escape 04-23-2019, 12:11 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 14,935
Posted By soaring360
I have similar questions? I'm going to be...

I have similar questions? I'm going to be registering in South Dakota but not sure what the process should be? Can I register beforehand and pickup plate and tags before picking up my trailer? Or...
Forum: Campgrounds, Waysides and Resorts 01-29-2019, 11:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,760
Posted By soaring360
Total length of 5.0 TA + tow vehicle for camp grounds

Hello,

I will be taking delivery of my fifth wheel in several months and thought to start making campground reservations at Yellowstone national park :).

All the 40 ft campgrounds are booked...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 01-08-2019, 08:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,857
Posted By soaring360
Thanks Chotch for the dimensions! Yes...

Thanks Chotch for the dimensions!

Yes unfortunately it doesn't look like ETI will delete a bench for me. So plan b is you mount the 55lb battery on the back wall on the bottom(will probably...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 01-04-2019, 02:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,857
Posted By soaring360
I am an e.e. actually and I've seen the Mortons...

I am an e.e. actually and I've seen the Mortons on the move series. The most important thing will be keeping on eye on the voltages by programming the charge controller appropriately. Also will need...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 01-04-2019, 11:55 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,857
Posted By soaring360
Batteries

I intend to install a tesla model s battery module that has over 5kw/h of energy, hence the desire to have 900 watts of solar on the roof. The hope is to power my fridge, induction cooktop, electric...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 01-03-2019, 05:01 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,241
Posted By soaring360
Thank you all for the insightful replies, very...

Thank you all for the insightful replies, very much appreciated!
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 01-03-2019, 04:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,857
Posted By soaring360
Yes, those are the Renogy...

Yes, those are the Renogy panels(https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GF5JY35/ref=twister_B07M5RXHJG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1)

Is the 5.0 TA roof relatively flat? I'm not going to install the A.C. unit or...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 01-03-2019, 01:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,857
Posted By soaring360
Dimensions Request of 5.0 TA, electric standing desk

Hi All,

I'm considering doing a significant mod for my new 5th wheel where I plan to build a standing desk(adjustable to normal and sleeping positions) instead of the dining table. I will be...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 12-24-2018, 11:38 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,241
Posted By soaring360
Build sheet in progress, some questions for existing owners!

Happy Holidays everyone!

I put in my 5.0 TA order and have a couple weeks more to complete my build sheet. There are a few things I'm still mulling over and would appreciate your guys' input.
...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 12-21-2018, 08:26 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 60,323
Posted By soaring360
A bit off-topic but.... what Fabric is that? I...

A bit off-topic but.... what Fabric is that? I really like the way it looks and might consider it for my build.

Thanks!
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 12-21-2018, 08:01 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 13,118
Posted By soaring360
HI jkordzi, In another post you mentioned...

HI jkordzi,

In another post you mentioned you were keeping the black tank to divert liquids tank to. I couldn't find your description of that part of the installation. Could you elaborate please?...
Forum: Shopping Escape 12-19-2018, 03:42 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 15,100
Posted By soaring360
Hello! I have a 5.0 TA on order and am shopping...

Hello! I have a 5.0 TA on order and am shopping for a tow vehicle. I'm leaning towards the same truck as you, a Ram eco-diesel. Is that a storage box in the front of the bed? I'm also wondering if...
Forum: Paper Escape 12-08-2018, 08:53 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,472
Posted By soaring360
what's the advantage?

What's the advantage of opening up a Canadian bank account? When the time comes I'll pay using a check from my American account, and still take advantage of the exchange rate....am I missing...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-08-2018, 01:46 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,326
Posted By soaring360
how much clearance

How much clearance is there from the default queen mattress to the roof? If one wanted to do a similar customization does anything thing ETI could accommodate such a request?
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-22-2018, 02:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,397
Posted By soaring360
Please help me with my build!

Hello Escape Family!

I’m a soon-to-be owner of the Escape 5.0TA! I’m currently brainstorming ideas for my build which I’ll highlight below. I do have some questions and would really appreciate...
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