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I've never had trouble using the big rig lanes except for occasionally getting stuck at the pump because of long lines at Subway! Some Pilots actually have a stand alone diesel pump out front or an RV station like Flying J. Some Flying J's RV station will not support a long RV. We just filled up...

Not quite. The F450 is only around 250 lbs heavier than the F350. The only difference is a few suspension components and the 4.30 differential. The result is a slight decrease in payload. When we bought our F450 the difference was 130 lbs payload for a F350 vs F450 (crew cab, 4X4), now they've...

Did you do anything to attach the PCB or do you just rest it on the lens? Also, did you try any of the tower type i.e. 1156-xW18-T? Steve

There's a good chance that the satellite connection is not connected to anything, but if you get satellite, you can reconfigure the connections to get it to work in the bedroom.

The results are out! Thanks for all the input. I finally made it to Texas where we had plenty of space and time to take a look and get parts as needed. We also had plenty of giant red ants that happened to be right where I was working! I was able to take a peak by removing a couple screws. It...

- Porthole Great post and thanks for the pics. Since we're on vacation in Pensacola, 100 yards from the bay and it's been raining for 2 days straight; I decided to take another look. I was inspired by the two posts about additional valves. I had looked before, but it was getting dark and...

FYI the satellite signal finder I purchased on Amazon.com. I can't remember which model, but it was less than $10, and they all look the same. I'm sure any analog model will work. It has a background light that is on when powered up. This is the indication that you have hit the coax line with...

It may be too late, but I found a solution without drilling and running new coax. You'll need a tester and a lot of patience.

I agree that will test the valve in the winterize position, but it will not validate that it does/does not work in the normal position. I would much rather find out that the winterize valve was manufactured wrong (though I doubt it's the problem) before I drop the coroplast to check the tank. It...

For all those out there who are trying to hook up a satellite in the bedroom, I have some info to look at. The COAX diagram is posted on the forum, and was somewhat accurate. Well, maybe around 50% accurate. I have had the satellite in the living area for a while now, you can read about...

Being new to RVing, we were disappointed with the flow from the water pump but we chalked it up to crappy parts and "I guess that's just how it is". After reading a few other posts about water pumps, I started thinking we may have a problem. So, yesterday when I was troubleshooting the coax...

We just took our cargo trailer 800 miles. The 2011 SD Sway Control and the Timbrens were tested on this run. Total weight for the trailer was 12.5 klbs and an extra 1klbs of stuff in the bed of the truck. I had a new 2.5 in hitch, but it was too tight of a fit. I was within the capacity of...

I had a 6.4l and I doubt there will be any flash update that will improve your mileage to compete with the 6.7l. If they do have an update anything would be an improvement. The 6.4l couldn't even compete with the EGR cooler problem plagued 6.0l. I was got about 15% reduction in mileage from my...

Depends on what pump you have. My 2011 3950 has the Shurflo model 2088 and shows an accumulator on the 'typical installation' diagram on the installation manual. There is not a recommendation anywhere in the pump literature about installing an accumulator. However, the variable speed pumps...

Actually, I just found the pump that is likely used in our system. I should have verified when I fixed the water heater. Flojet makes a demand pump that runs at 1.1 gpm. That sounds about what our flow would be. Maybe I'll upgrade pumps some time in the future. I'd love to hear if anyone has...

I thought my water pump was malfunctioning at first too. It was very hard to hear with the A/C running. The pump runs on a 12V system. The switches are set up where both will operate the pump. There is no "on/off" positions if wired properly (you can turn the pump on inside then walk outside and...

Wireless is fine. That's what I'm doing, but it'd be easier for video streaming and printing. It's mostly because I won't spend money on a new wireless laser printer. I'd love to see pics of the rod holders! I'm thinking about making some rod holders out of PVC piping and mounting them under...

Same thing happened to me. I now connect it to a tiedown in the bed. I plan on getting the gooseneck ball (that goes with the factory 5th wheel prep on 2011 Super Dutys) and attaching it to to the ball to keep the cable centered in the bed. It would be nice if I could get a pin with a ring on...

Great discussion. Here is some food for thought. For those with a toy hauler: How about your fuel line from the fueling station to the generator? Should we install a valve in the line and drain the line every time we transport? (I'm just making a point, no need to respond) Gas pressure in...

AGREE!!! And the in the lights, and on top of the garage bunks, and... Half Agree! I have a theromostat, but I it doesn't appear to do anything, so I'm not sure what kind of vent it is (regular or fantastic). I do know that I need to manually open it and there's a push button on it that makes...

They have the connections at Camping World as well as places like the one where Hank Hill works. You shouldn't need a regulator between the quick connect and the grill. Most propane cooking equipment uses the same regulated pressure. I thinking about using the quick connect for a larger 100 lb...

I did, and behind the stereo where I found two broken wooden supports and a rats nest of wiring that wouldn't pass a rats QA check. And I agree, I love my coach. I doubt that any factory is flawless, even Ford's Kentucky Plant ;)

It's interesting to see the mixed response and I admit that I am big on QA issues. It's mostly due to my time spent on submarines where QA = life and death. You can imagine what happens if don't reconnect a valve's control lines before leaving dry dock. As far as the dealer catching the problem...

:mad: As brand new RVers, we've been pretty irritated with several things. Most of all is the lack of quality of the owners manual. To say it is subpar would be generous. However, the biggest irritation was with the water heater. I knew not to turn on the electric to the water heater without...

I also went with the 5th wheel prep and bought the Reese elite hitch from eTrailer. I saved big over the exact same hitch from Ford and I can live without the "Custom Ford Accessory" decal on the hitch. Installs in less than 30 seconds!

And you'll be able to take it in to the dealer for a software patch that will give you more: 10 HP and 65 lbs-ft of torque :D Software Upgrade

Just went on a quick weekend trip to the Little Red River in Arkansas. Averaged just about 9.2 mpg. The roads are a little smaller requiring stops through towns and a lot of up and down once in the Ozarks.

I think everyone has different experiences with insurance companies, but I have had great luck with USAA. I switched from State Farm and saved over $400 every 6 months. The State Farm agent wanted to keep me and asked why I was leaving. I told him I was going to USAA and he said, "oh, I can't...

I think it depends on where you're at. There has not been any at convenience stores in the area here. Autozone had less of a clue than the local Ford dealership. I'm definitely going to keep my eye out as I stop to fill up from now on.

I have hit 4,100 miles on my F450. Since 2,000 of that was towing, I had to get some Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) before an oil change. An indication comes pops up at 1/2 DEF tank. Later, a DEF low warning comes on and counts down miles remaining. It started at either 600 or 800 miles, I can't...

Thanks for the link!

Comparing GCVW isn't useful unless you know the curb weight.

Most I've stopped at are worse. They usually give the 'cash' price at the auto lane even when paying with a card unlike the commercial lane. mikeandconnie, do you get any special discounts with your cards from the flying j or loves?

True, on an interstate or other multi-lane highway. But, I'm talking about the backroads similar to my area. If you're going up a hill at 25mph, on a narrow road with a blind curve where the speed limit is 70mph or 60mph at the slowest; you better hope that the car coming up behind you is paying...

Agree, I actually prefer to go a tad slower on the interstate to save a little cash rather I'm hauling or not. There's a huge difference in mileage between 60 and 70mph. However, on smaller roads with a lot of hills and turns, there is a big difference between taking it easy and being a hazard...

Personally, if I were routinely pulling over 10,000 lbs, I'd forgo the engine swap and put that money towards a diesel. I hauled with a 2004 F250 5.4l gas and a 2005 F250 6.0 diesel and the difference was night and day. It's nice to not have to crawl when going up hill. Towing mileage was also...

Re: Help ! Other than adding lots of herbs and spices, my favorite way to flavor up the slow cooker is to use something other than water. Red wine for red meats and white for chicken. Don't use your favorite bottle of red, get the cheap stuff for cooking. I look for the liter-a-wine bottle that...

You didn't get 20mpg on yours? You must not have read the fine print...You had to drive 50mph and a decline and tail wind were the only factors allowed.

Unfortunately, Ford will never make everyone happy. They changed the axles, frame and wheels in response to the massive amount of complaints about fuel economy. I think they could have kept the 450 beefier and gave an optional tow package for the 350 (which is what the 450 is now). For the body...

I just got the 2011 F450 and it's FANTASTIC! I already posted to the other F450 post so check that one out for more. As Shelsay mentioned and I forgot in my other post, it's incredibly quiet. When I picked it up, I was standing about 5 feet away and a 2010 6.4l (which was significantly quieter...