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'03 2500HD experience Was pulling our 5th wheel in Nebraska when alarms came on and black smokescreen developed. Immediately stopped and was towed to Sidney where we spent nine days getting our turbo replaced under warranty. We have dealer installed Banks exhaust and EGT/boost gages. Nothing...

DW and I are here in Elkhart to pickup our new 3400RL. On the way from Idaho passed through Illinois and Iowa where the posted RV towing speeds are 55 mph. Its the same as for commercial trucks. Our observation was that the 18 wheelers were traveling every bit as fast as the cars. Saw a sign in...

2500HD vs 3500 I knew I was going to be eventually hauling a 5er when we bought out 2500HD in 2003. Contacted GM because the GVRW was HIGHER for the 2500HD than the 3500HD in the sales lit. GM stated that that was correct. The dually was better for off road and unimproved surfaces but that on...

Thanks! I appreciate the feedback. I just found this setup and wonder if anyone has used it or something like it. It is a Wilsen amp in a case with both 12v and 110ac plug. Easy to move from truck to 5er and back again...

DW asked that I inquire about what size plastic boxes people are using in the 'under-storage' area. She wants to start boxing thing up to go to Indiana where we will pick up the trailer. We have a 3400RL on order. Can someone tell use what fits. All suggestions are appreciated. We are talking...

Power Draw of router and amplifier? As I was getting ready for our big day (retirement Oct. 19th), I called a company that sells EVDO solutions. They recommended using a Kyocera wireless router, amplifier and antenna placed in the tow vehicle. Made sense when I was talking to them, but began to...

Garmin 2008 Update Released I just a Garmin Nuvi 650 for $399 because they were releasing new models today. This unit cost over $800 just a year ago. Those that have a 2008 free update coming (any unit bought after May 1st, 2007) can call or request it on-line. Garmin has a way of uploading...

DW and I go full-time in Nov 1! We would be interested in details of SS. Talked to a security system man who told me that I was wasting my time unless I did the windows. Then he told me that most RV systems are defeated by disconnecting AC and then coming back in a few minutes to an unalarmed...

I'm preparation for going FT, DW would like an additional freezer. Found the Engel MT80, which hold 85 quarts and is supposed to be efficient to run in a 12v world. Does anyone use one or perhaps know someone who does? Thanks Rick and Lynn Foreman

Wife and I pick up a BH 3400RL Nov 1st. DW has decided that a Splendide MJ900 is what will make taking care of the dirty cloths less of a chore. Well the dealer gives me a price of $1600 installed. I searched the internet and found the comb of just under $900. Is there really $700 to the...

Wife and I placed an order for a 3400RL last Friday thru RV Direct Wholesalers. Sure liked the price and we have folks to visit in MI in Oct/Nov. We asked factory to switch "e" tires for "G" tires and we told they could only do this IF they upgraded the axles as well. I couldn't see anything...

Link problem I tried the link above and it stalled. We hope to go full-time in November and this has been one of the many issues in getting ready. Thanks

We are preparing for towing a 3400RL and the subject of transmission coolers came up. I will be within towing guidelines and will be towing with an '03 2500HD with D/A. I have a Banks exhaust, aftermarket air intake, Edge Juice and intend to use Highest grade Amsoil products. Do I need a tranny...

Looking at alternatives for the LCD's in the 3400RL. Spoke with the dealer and the told me that there were no bigger alternatives that could be mounted. Knowing the american male need for bigger, I know that someone out there has found a way to mount a bigger set for both the Living and...

Juice or Edge EZ I asked this question and got a variety of answers on a diesel forum. I have an '03 2500HD D/A and wanted to get the chip for towing. Several people suggested that I get an Edge EZ. (I already have the EGT and Boost gages.) Others said that the Juice was better because it timed...

Feedback on portable A/C Please post how this works. Wife and I won't be retiring until Oct. so would like to know how this works for you. I like the idea of using the FF most nights and reserving an air-conditioner for nights of extreme heat only. Hope you have a GREAT SUMMER! Thanks

With all the attention focused on tires, I have read lots on tire failures on other forums. Some of the threads talk about problems with rims. Does using aluminum for rims help to prevent tire failures as implied on some forums? Aestetics be *censored word*ed, I'm talking function here. Are the...

Install of Amsoil 2 stage I don't seem to have a local diesel mechanic who has done the install. How hard is it on an '03 2500HD Crew D/A? I'm a retiring MD with only very basic mechanical skills and very little diesel knowledge. Is this something I should try or should I wait till I get to...

Goodyear G614RST for replacment Was searching and found this thread on the NuWa owners forum. Sounds like there are lots of delaminations out there. http://nuwaowners.org/forum//index.php?topic=822.75

The Landmarks are above the limit (GVWR) for my Chevy 2500HD crew D/A 14,700. What are you folks towing with? Ford 450 SuperD, Fleet liners? Ran into a dealer that tried to convince me that the Landmarks come standard with things that I will endup adding to a Big Horn so that I probably would...

As soon to be full-timers, I need to keep my '03 2500HD LB7/Allison tranny in good condition. We have done some vacation towing with a TT but never a 5er and certainly nothing this big. Lots of posts on the Duramax forums argue the virtues of Amsoil and 25,000 mile oil changes, extra oil and...

Have looked at several nav/backup systems for my 03 2500HD D/A but I'm told that all of them must be mounted on the dash. This seems to obstruct vision. Are there any alternatives? I am particularly interested in a nav/backup combo. Also where do you mount the tire pressure monitor? Thanks

Thanks and another question :D We'd like to thank everyone for there input. Believe it or not, it resolved all but one issue; the euro chairs. Sounds like you either love'm or hate them. Another question devoloped after the wife saw the '08 3400RE yesterday. She really likes the kitchen on...

Wife and I will be placing and order for a 34RL in next couple of months. Would appreciate some guidance with ordering options. 10 cu ft Frig - Dealer had no idea of the effect on storage of a larger Dometic refrigerator. Wife would rather put up with smaller frig than loose an inch of...

Can someone point me to a website where I can find out what I can really tow using my stock '03 2500HD Duramax/Allison? Am retiring in Dec and have been looking at 5er's. Found a Big Horn 3400RL that the wife liked and then salesman asked about tow vehicle and then told me that even the 2007...