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Forum: General RV Questions 04-17-2013, 03:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,199
Posted By Marpel
Have been doing a lot of reading about the E Z...

Have been doing a lot of reading about the E Z Lube system as we have a trailer (Slingshot) that is equipped with this system, and am about to do my first-ever wheel maintenance.

It appears...
Forum: Buyers Guide | Purchase Topics 12-19-2012, 12:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,724
Posted By Marpel
nguyenbio, We purchased a Slingshot that is...

nguyenbio,

We purchased a Slingshot that is one year older than yours, coincidently from a dealer some distance away from our home (we were pushed for time and needed a trailer sooner than a local...
Forum: General RV Questions 09-03-2012, 12:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,193
Posted By Marpel
Thanks for the responses. Having no...

Thanks for the responses.

Having no knowledge of batteries and how they charge, I have no idea whether they make any sound if gas vents during charging. However, it certainly did not sound like...
Forum: General RV Questions 09-02-2012, 01:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,193
Posted By Marpel
Not necessarily related to RVs, however, I...

Not necessarily related to RVs, however,

I removed the battery (Crown Deep Cycle, 2 years old) from our Slingshot and have had it hooked up to a Battery Tender Plus in the garage for a couple...
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 05-15-2012, 01:13 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,082
Posted By Marpel
The wife is finding the cook top in our Slingshot...

The wife is finding the cook top in our Slingshot 23ck a bit small (with only two burners - one small, one larger) and the controls are quite close to the burners, so they get a bit hot.

Does...
Forum: Slingshot 05-09-2012, 06:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,250
Posted By Marpel
By the way, I meant "Great" in my response, not...

By the way, I meant "Great" in my response, not Greta. The computer crashed immediately after posting, so could not edit.......
Forum: Slingshot 05-08-2012, 09:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,250
Posted By Marpel
Greta. Thanks very much.

Greta. Thanks very much.
Forum: Slingshot 05-07-2012, 02:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,250
Posted By Marpel
We're away on a trip without the manual so can't...

We're away on a trip without the manual so can't figure this out - hopefully someone can provide an answer.

We are hooked up to 30 amp power and, with only the fridge and main ceiling lights on...
Forum: Slingshot 05-07-2012, 02:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,415
Posted By Marpel
kelticroam, Glad I could help. Getting the...

kelticroam,

Glad I could help. Getting the right vehicle to tow a trailer makes the excursions so much less stressful, however the cost is always a factor.

I don't think the new tow ratings are...
Forum: Slingshot 05-06-2012, 03:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,415
Posted By Marpel
kelticroam, Perhaps my situation may add...

kelticroam,

Perhaps my situation may add something to your ultimate decision.

We currently have a 2 yr old Slingshot 23CK ( 3200 empty, about 42- 4300 lbs loaded, including passengers) which,...
Forum: Zinger 04-26-2012, 10:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,480
Posted By Marpel
trickytim, Just curious about your...

trickytim,

Just curious about your definition of "solid 65 with no problems". Can you advise as to what gear you were in and what revs you were running?

Thanks
Forum: Slingshot 04-23-2012, 11:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,714
Posted By Marpel
ageworker, Thanks for your comments, and I...

ageworker,

Thanks for your comments, and I agree that being as level as possible is the best way to go.

Because my driveway is sloped, I found it difficult to properly measure the level height...
Forum: Slingshot 04-17-2012, 01:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,714
Posted By Marpel
Looked through the site and literature but could...

Looked through the site and literature but could not find an answer.

Just bought a new truck that sits quite a bit higher than the former. The hitch ball is set up for the old truck and 23CK. I...
Forum: Camping and Recreation 04-07-2012, 02:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,468
Posted By Marpel
jjriff, The wife and I have travelled I84 a...

jjriff,

The wife and I have travelled I84 a couple times when travelling from Vancouver BC to Denver (in fact, we are leaving for Denver in two weeks along that route). You should have no issues...
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 04-07-2012, 12:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,907
Posted By Marpel
Mike, I just went through weeks of...

Mike,

I just went through weeks of researching a rear-view camera system for my new truck (GMC Sierra) and trailer (Slingshot) in conjunction with a navigation system. Initially, I was going to...
Forum: Winterizing 10-21-2011, 02:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,919
Posted By Marpel
Depending on heater model, it may or may not have...

Depending on heater model, it may or may not have an anode rod. I believe some Atwoods don't have rods (at least mine does not appear to, and I could find absolutely no mention of it in the Atwood...
Forum: Slingshot 10-20-2011, 02:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,440
Posted By Marpel
Thanks for the suggestion. I checked the Pelonis...

Thanks for the suggestion. I checked the Pelonis site and they have 4 models of disc furnaces and all were out of stock, so they appear to be a popular item. Home Depot carries some of the models so...
Forum: Camping and Recreation 10-18-2011, 07:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,283
Posted By Marpel
This is probably too late, but just joined the...

This is probably too late, but just joined the forum and found your post.

We have stayed at Bend/Sisters Garden RV Resort (67667 Hwy 20 - minutes south of Sisters) and it is a very nice facility....
Forum: Slingshot 10-17-2011, 10:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,440
Posted By Marpel
Old Farmer, Thanks for the reply. I took a...

Old Farmer,

Thanks for the reply. I took a quick look at the battery minder and seems to be a good product (and good price) so i will look into getting one. Now that I am aware of the battery...
Forum: Buyers Guide | Purchase Topics 10-17-2011, 09:25 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,281
Posted By Marpel
Hunter11, I realize that when humans get...

Hunter11,

I realize that when humans get involved in any process, things can't be perfect. My point was more that we (humans in general) seem to be more accepting of lower standards and just...
Forum: Buyers Guide | Purchase Topics 10-17-2011, 05:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,281
Posted By Marpel
I happened to read this thread just after I...

I happened to read this thread just after I posted on another thread (in which I ended my questions with a comment about the shabby design, fit and finish of Crossroads trailers). When I was...
Forum: Slingshot 10-17-2011, 04:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,440
Posted By Marpel
First time poster. Not exactly specific to...

First time poster.

Not exactly specific to cold weather but I have three questions that I am wondering if someone can offer opinions/suggestions.

We have a 23CK, purchased new in May 2010.
...
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