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http://www.fleet.ford.com/resources/ford/general/pdf/towingguides/2004_All.pdf Problem is 2004 was the year before the tow war started. If you look there is no difference in ratings past a certain point. EI 3.73 and 4.10 have same tow rating. Not so after 2005. I tow 12,000# (by CAT Scale) with...

Since you mention being on a budget, remember that the older trucks do not have the ratings of the newer trucks. There was a big jump in 2005 so you have to look at the individual truck and just not assume. Case in point a new (2015) 2500 truck may have ratings of a pre 2005 dually. My 2004 F350...

Thanks Bob&Patty, the dealer/shop found a bad/missing seal along bottom of slide when closed (ie "saw the light" ), contacted HL and it's now being repaired. Thanks again for your help. Melissa

Thanks, I'll look.

We have a 2012 3100RB (built 10/2011) and recently found a soft spot on the drivers side in front of the couch by where the carpet joins the vinyl. The dealer/shop is having a hard time finding the source or cause. It is forward of the wheels. We have driven a couple of times in the rain. The...

So my NRA vanity plate might be a clue? Even a bullet or a spent shell can case issues at the Canadian Border. Some knives depending upon blade length and crossbows are also "weapon issues" at the border. Traveling in the east coast is just a pain.

http://s80.photobucket.com/user/dshaven/media/Silly%20stuff/funnytowpic_zpsc7b04d892_zps9d0bf2de.jpg.html T is why lawyers make them say they won't warranty.

http://www.progressiveindustries.net/ems_hw50c.htm This unit has worked well for us. My dealer installed for me. The display is mounted in the cabinet with all the other displays.

Depends upon your floor plan, several 3200 models. I had a sticker on the wall in each bedroom that says "tv mount" (r something similar) to identify the location designed to support the tv.

My couch just sits there. There is a strap to secure it while I travel. I believe the back comes off and then I'd strap around the base to keep it closed while you move it. Thinking of replacing mine with a pair of recliners.

I'd suggest the 50 amp internal PI with the remote display. In our Sundance the unit mounted behind the wall in the basement by the stairs. The remote display was easily mounted in the cabinet by the stairs which contained all the other gages and controls. We did eventually add the 2nd A/C unit.

I watched the tech install our 2nd A/C (actually, I went with the heat pump). Pretty straight forward for the non-ducted unit. Getting the unit safely on the roof was the hardest part. Due to health reasons (asthma) have to keep the RV at 70 degrees. Sliding the flow divider plate in the main...

Towing a 18,000# trailer is 1 issue, the other is the 3,600# pin weight. GVWR is probably 9,200# (check drivers door column) truck probably weights 7,000# so 2,000#? payload. Probably only has a 6,084# rear axle. GCWR is 22,000# (7,000 truck + 18,000# trailer = 25,000#) Personally, I think you...

When I teach Smith System Driving Techniques to truck drivers, we teach them a minimum 6-8 second following distance (500-700' at 60 mph) and to keep your eyes looking at least 15 plus seconds down the road to identify possible issues. As you have probably experienced, not everyone practices this.

Re: Next Newbe Question: Air Compressor Not to be a wise guy but there is a 120 v 20 amp outlet in most power pedestals. An extension cord would solve the 120 v power issue. It least that is what I do. I have a 2 gal 100# air compress since that is all I need and I just use an extension cord...

I too notice a flex in the floors of my Sundance. It's most noticeable where the floor does not sit directly on the frame. Our bathroom/hall/steps are over the storage bay and that area I notice it the most. We are not tiny people and I'm sure that has a lot to do with it. Was wondering if there...

Personal choice. Be very careful about laws in different states. They are different for stopping (state) and passing through (federal). In some states Tasers and pepper spray are governed just like the firearm, so do your research.

He may have to resort to follow the semi's rule. Many Parkways were designed to keep large profile vehicles off of them by use of low overheads. Since he's not taller than 13"6" if a semi fits so will he. Don't know where your trying to get to but If he's 13'3" he's probably safest following the...

I understand not all A/C units are created equal. Who makes the quietest unit? I have heard good things about the Atwood. My Dometic in the living room is rather loud. I hear the Penguins are also very loud but it looks like Penguin's a Dometic brand so are all Dometic loud? Is the Brisk-Air any...

Thanks for the feed back. Think I'm going with the Firestone air bags. If I had the money this is what I'd do but I don't have the cash... Convert to a proper truck style air ride suspension. Auto-Flex System

When I'm hitch I'm about a 1/4" off the overload springs and it feels like I get an extra bounce when I hit a bump and the over load springs engage. I take it air bags would help this issue. Has anyone used the Tinbren system? I'm pretty level at the moment so I'm not really concerned with...

We had a condensation problem as well and when all else fails read the directions :rolleyes:... The owners manual stated to leave a vent and window cracked open. We have the Maxxair vent covers so we normally crack the roof vents open and leave the window by the table cracked open. Any time we...

If the road starts with an "I" like I-35 your good to go. If it starts with a "US" like US-30 your 95% good to go. If it starts with a state name like "M" for Michigan state road you better get out the truckers map and check your clearances. If your in the East anything less than an "I" road and...

Droid Razor Maxx, Just checked my battery 22h 34m 59s and still at 70% charge and I use my phone for work, email you name it. Liked it so much we just up graded one of our phones to the new Droid Razor Maxx HD. Largest battery of any phone on the market. Now if I play angry birds all day I'll...

Depending upon the state once you stop you'll need a permit and some places like NYC you can be arrested just for having it in your vehicle unloaded and locked in a case. So no the thread was not high jacked. Got to know each states laws and permits help a great deal.

There is a phone app called Legal Heat that you can get for you Droid or iPhone through the app store you might find helpful. I have it on mine. The NRA also gives you a state by state breakdown. There is a book you can get at most gun shows that's updated yearly called "Traveler's Guide to the...

No sound? The entertainment center has a sleep mode. If you read your manual it will tell you how to wake it up again. Not to be a smart @$$ but it stumped me till I read the manual and I hate to read manuals. If all else fails read the manual, there is actually a bunch of good general...

DEF must be keep heated to prevent freezing. If the DEF tank heater fails the doser valve will clog, engine will de-rate and then shutdown.

DEF is available at any truck stop, pump and/or jug. Auto parts stores like Autozone, NAPA and O'Riely's all stock the jugs. I would not worry about carrying any with me.

The standard height of a tractor trailer is 13'6".

I store my trailer at my "base campground" about 70 miles from home. I plan to go over there in a couple of weeks I can let you know then. The ball is just forward of the axle so I have about 4' to the tail gate, plus 2' tail gate, I'm guessing 6.5' (78") from the ball to the front of the...

Well, I must be old school since one of the things I enjoy most is a fat cigar, a glass of Gentleman Jack and a campfire. With the nanny state poking it's nose in the rest of our lives camping is my escape from this nonsense. We joined our resort because it was old school family oriented. Let...

I have a 2012 Sundance 3100RB and a long bed truck. With my tailgate down to hook up I only have a couple of inches to spare. I would be nervous if I had any less clearance. With my tailgate up I can open the front bay with an inch of clearance to latch it up and get to my battery. On this I...

I called Heartland and they sent me to Lipert and Lipert sent me to Cequent. Lipert claims that the Reese Goose Box will be a future OEM option on their frames. Reese ‘Goose Box’ Coupler Earns RVAA Award if you do a google search you can find the press releases from Lipert and Cequent...

We have a similar floor plan. It's nice that the little one(s) have their own space and bathroom. Hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoy ours.

This time of year I always tried to stay south for the warmer weather.Have not been west of the Mississippi in a few years but 70 use to be better than 80. Personally I'd take 70 to St Louis. Grab a steak or some BBQ on my way through KC and take I-55 north to Chicago from St Louis. Not a real...

Thanks, I just find it interesting that SRW and DRW, V10 gas or diesel, 3.73 or 4.10, manual or auto GCWR is 20,000# period. Like someone said 20,000#, that should be enough and just drew a line. Looking at Ford's pdf file for the 2004's lists nothing about the towing option unless its assumed...

Guess I should say hello. Not really sure how I got to this point but it started with trying to provide a good childhood experience for our grand daughter who lives with us. Both my partner and I grew up camping and enjoyed the experience. Some how I ended up buying a resort membership since "it...

I find this all totally confusing. I weighed my truck full of fuel with us in it and got 8,200#. According to my sticker I have a GVWR of 11,500# or 3,3000# left for hitch/cargo. My Rear GAWR of 8,250# leaves me about 5,000# to put in the box which is quite a difference from the 3,300# I...