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09-16-2015, 09:37 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Nv
Posts: 628
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Just brought her home
Hello All,
Joined the forum last week and brought home our trailer (first) an hour ago. All went well with the PDI. I used the PDI form in documents and was glad I had it. Only a few minor cosmetic things such as staples, molding problems. All taken care of.
We will be going on our maiden voyage in two weeks to Fort Bragg, Ca (about 5 hours away). Maybe a quick two day stay nearby first.
Quick question: we were told that the weight distribution brackets that attach to the trailer frame do not need to be tightened down tight. When I got it home they were very loose. Loose enough I could just pick them up. I know the tension keeps them on, but is this Normal?
Looking forward to reading and conversing with you all. Great forum!
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Steve & Sue
2017 Grand Design 297RSTS Travel Trailer
2017 Ford F-350 Lariat Crew Cab diesel 6.7 SW LB 11,500 lb GVWR package
Former: Crossroads ST26RB
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09-16-2015, 10:44 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: 1
Posts: 2,036
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When I had a WDH the brackets that place tension on the bars were tight on the frame with a bolt. Your correct that they will tighten when hitched up but mine were solidly tight even when unhitched.
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09-16-2015, 10:47 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: SC
Posts: 679
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Mine look loose, but are snug enough to keep them from wandering. However, as you said, the TT never moves without the WD bars attached, and the downward tension keeps them in place. I think the screw is just to keep in in place so it's there when you need it. I'll appreciate the opinion of others, also.
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Marty and Martha
2015 Z-1 211RD
2012 Nissan Titan
Dalzell SC
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09-17-2015, 08:54 AM
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Weekend Camper
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: Colorado
Posts: 85
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Congrats on the new trailer. Have fun!!!
We just upgraded from a popup to a 5th wheel a few weeks ago. I kind of consider this our "first" as well because it's so different. I've learned a lot hanging around this forum while researching and of course now that I have some post-purchase questions.
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09-17-2015, 11:34 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Canton, OH
Posts: 937
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I installed my Equalizer, and tightened those b''''es down about as much as I could.
Yes, the weight bars pull down on them, but you don't want those brackets "walking" when you turn or being loose.
Lookup hitch manual for torque ratings on the bracket bolts.
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Eddy & Brenda
Canton, OH
2015 Silverado HD 6.0L
2014 Zinger 32QB
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09-17-2015, 12:51 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Nv
Posts: 628
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Thanks for the replies everyone. I will check the instructions and tork as instructed. Doing all the set up today of trailers, sure it will take all day.
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Steve & Sue
2017 Grand Design 297RSTS Travel Trailer
2017 Ford F-350 Lariat Crew Cab diesel 6.7 SW LB 11,500 lb GVWR package
Former: Crossroads ST26RB
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09-17-2015, 12:58 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: United states of america
Posts: 1,570
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Congrats...sharp trailer the front cap gets better looking every year!!!
Good luck and stay active in the forum, we'd love to hear about your experiences
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2017 Ford F350 Super Duty 6.7 King Ranch Crew
Sold the 2016 Crossroads Sunset Trail Grand Reserve 32BH
2020 Grand Design Momentum 320G
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09-17-2015, 04:21 PM
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Weekend Camper
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: MA
Posts: 99
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happy camping enjoy
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09-17-2015, 09:48 PM
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Family Vacation Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Kansas
Posts: 214
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We have a 26RB. We love it. Have taken two long trips, the last one was our post-retirement trip. We were in the camper 36 days. Very comfortable. We have a Reese round bar wd sway control hitch. We did have problems with bolts that hold the cam bracket in place. They fell out on a rough I40.
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Richard and Jill
2013 Sunset Trail Reserve 26RB
2013 F250
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09-17-2015, 09:58 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Nv
Posts: 628
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Thanks Richard for that info. I tightened mine today but they recommend not tightening too much. That leaves it a little loose I found out after going for a test drive. I'll keep an eye on it. I had to adjust my drum brakes also, but everything else seems to be good. Got the trailer about half set up. Looking forward to getting it out.
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Steve & Sue
2017 Grand Design 297RSTS Travel Trailer
2017 Ford F-350 Lariat Crew Cab diesel 6.7 SW LB 11,500 lb GVWR package
Former: Crossroads ST26RB
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09-17-2015, 10:10 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: PA
Posts: 5,785
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Good luck with your new Rv. Why do we always call it a "her."
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Mark & Susan
Lehighton, Pennsylvania
EAGLE HT FIFTH WHEEL | 30.5CKTS - '13 Ford F150 SCREW - PullRite Superslide - Roadmaster Active Suspension
Member - "Northeast Adventures RV Rally Group" & "Mason-Dixon Bunch"
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09-17-2015, 10:11 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Nv
Posts: 628
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Because of all the problems they give us? Just kidding of course...must be the pleasure...
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Steve & Sue
2017 Grand Design 297RSTS Travel Trailer
2017 Ford F-350 Lariat Crew Cab diesel 6.7 SW LB 11,500 lb GVWR package
Former: Crossroads ST26RB
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09-18-2015, 07:06 AM
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Seasonal Camper
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: ohio
Posts: 356
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The instructions that came with my Reese said to tighten the snap up bracket bolt until it makes contact with the frame and then tighten an additional 1/4 to 1/2 of a turn.
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hondavalk
2008 Tundra 5.7L
2013 ST29SS
Reese DC
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09-18-2015, 09:07 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Upstate NY
Posts: 874
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Welcome and enjoy your new RV.
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09-18-2015, 10:01 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Nv
Posts: 628
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[The instructions that came with my Reese said to tighten the snap up bracket bolt until it makes contact with the frame and then tighten an additional 1/4 to 1/2 of a turn.]
Thanks Hondavalk. My WD is a "Curt" and it says he same thing. Its still a bit loose but not as much we'll see,if it stays put.
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Steve & Sue
2017 Grand Design 297RSTS Travel Trailer
2017 Ford F-350 Lariat Crew Cab diesel 6.7 SW LB 11,500 lb GVWR package
Former: Crossroads ST26RB
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09-21-2015, 06:39 AM
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Weekend Camper
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: MA
Posts: 99
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congrats on new trailer have lots of fun enjoy
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09-21-2015, 12:39 PM
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Family Vacation Member
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Indiana
Posts: 157
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OOOOoooo pretty! Congrats and welcome to the family.
I'm here on behalf of CrossRoads...so if you ever need anything, don't hesitate to ask. We love love love it when our owners send us camping pictures, so bear that in mind as you journey!
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09-21-2015, 09:18 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Nv
Posts: 628
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Thank You ChristianM! I will keep that in mind regarding the photos.
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Steve & Sue
2017 Grand Design 297RSTS Travel Trailer
2017 Ford F-350 Lariat Crew Cab diesel 6.7 SW LB 11,500 lb GVWR package
Former: Crossroads ST26RB
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09-22-2015, 03:25 PM
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Family Vacation Member
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Missouri
Posts: 144
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Congrats on the new purchase! I hope it brings your family as much fun and as many memories as our campers have over the years!
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09-23-2015, 06:32 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Pennsylvania
Posts: 2,778
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Steve
WOW just got her home and someone turned your camper on it's side... Welcome to the forum and cograts on the new camper... If you weren't so far away on the left side of the country I would offer to help you get her back on her tires...
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Rosie & Tommy
Coatesville Pa.
2017 Ford F350 Lariat Power Stoke DW
2022 Alliance Avenue 32RLS
In God We Trust
A proud member of the one percent...Semper Fi
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