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Forum: General RV Questions Yesterday, 08:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 415
Posted By dlakeman
I am in the Mojave desert. I camp in NV, AZ, and...

I am in the Mojave desert. I camp in NV, AZ, and UT mostly. The "experts" recommend changing trailer/5th wheel tires every 2-3years whether you can see visual damage or not. Tires should also be...
Forum: General RV Questions 04-04-2024, 04:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 415
Posted By dlakeman
I didn't see anyone make sure OP is getting ST...

I didn't see anyone make sure OP is getting ST (trailer tires), not auto tires.
Forum: Welcome to the Forum Family | Introductions! 02-22-2024, 02:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 309
Posted By dlakeman
Great. I have a 96lb Lab, which takes up a lot of...

Great. I have a 96lb Lab, which takes up a lot of floor space.
See my other post on what to look for when taking delivery.
One thing I didn't mention is weight distribution. Once loaded for a trip...
Forum: Welcome to the Forum Family | Introductions! 02-22-2024, 02:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 309
Posted By dlakeman
That's the 2 reasons I bought an RV.

That's the 2 reasons I bought an RV.
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 12-31-2023, 05:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 399
Posted By dlakeman
I purchased a Solo Ranger a couple of months ago....

I purchased a Solo Ranger a couple of months ago. I also purchased the base and pellet adapter. I've started it once on pellets just to see how it operates. I barely covered the base of the pellet...
Forum: Sunset Trail 05-02-2023, 08:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 860
Posted By dlakeman
I didn't have to modify anything. I used the same...

I didn't have to modify anything. I used the same mounting brackets as on the original Hotpoint refrigerator. I can't send you pics because I have sold my 253RB. It's an easy remove and replace...
Forum: Upgrades and Modifications 04-20-2023, 04:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 743
Posted By dlakeman
I had the same problem with my new Sunset Trail. ...

I had the same problem with my new Sunset Trail.
You have to remove the plastic cover and metal mounting bracket on one of the lights adjacent to the backup camera mounting location. Two screws held...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 04-13-2023, 02:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 753
Posted By dlakeman
Rvtravel.com did a tow test with the new electric...

Rvtravel.com did a tow test with the new electric F150 and the gas version towing identical trailers. Both left starting point at same time. The electric F150 made it 80 miles before it needed a...
Forum: Sunset Trail 04-06-2023, 05:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 942
Posted By dlakeman
If the cable is snapped, I doubt the slide will...

If the cable is snapped, I doubt the slide will come in. If it does move, I'd be very careful of the slide alignment with the trailer. You don't want to get the slide jammed sideways.
I'd have some...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 04-02-2023, 07:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 802
Posted By dlakeman
Don't forget you just reduced your truck payload...

Don't forget you just reduced your truck payload by 182 pounds.
Forum: Cruiser 02-19-2023, 04:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 766
Posted By dlakeman
My advice is get a qualified RV Repair person or...

My advice is get a qualified RV Repair person or electrician that can troubleshoot your problem on your RV. Trying to troubleshoot via a bunch of people on this Forum could cost you dearly in the...
Forum: Welcome to the Forum Family | Introductions! 01-15-2023, 03:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 695
Posted By dlakeman
Welcome from a 253RB owner in Mesquite, Nevada.

Welcome from a 253RB owner in Mesquite, Nevada.
Forum: General RV Questions 12-15-2022, 07:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,546
Posted By dlakeman
If it was my trailer I'd take it immediately to...

If it was my trailer I'd take it immediately to the dealer when the problem first occurred. Not knowing what you are doing could cause more harm than good, especially when it comes to proper cable...
Forum: General RV Questions 11-26-2022, 01:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 909
Posted By dlakeman
I have front and rear stabilizer jacks.

I have front and rear stabilizer jacks.
Forum: General RV Questions 11-26-2022, 11:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 909
Posted By dlakeman
Thanks for the thought. I have enough stuff to...

Thanks for the thought. I have enough stuff to carry with me.
Forum: General RV Questions 11-26-2022, 09:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 909
Posted By dlakeman
I replaced the crap stock suspension withe the...

I replaced the crap stock suspension withe the MoRyde system. I use the plastic blocks under the stabilizer jack pads so the stabalizer arms don't have to extend so far, and the scissors. Nothing has...
Forum: General RV Questions 11-24-2022, 08:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 451
Posted By dlakeman
My 253RB's TV has 2 sound zones. Outside and...

My 253RB's TV has 2 sound zones. Outside and inside. I've not found a Universal Remote that will control 2 zones of sound. Maybe one exists. My remote didn't work. I did an Internet search. Couldn't...
Forum: General RV Questions 11-24-2022, 08:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 909
Posted By dlakeman
They had zero effect on the stability of my...

They had zero effect on the stability of my 253RB. Waste of money.
Forum: General RV Questions 10-16-2022, 07:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 825
Posted By dlakeman
You get what you pay for, as the saying goes....

You get what you pay for, as the saying goes. When it comes to tire safety I don't skimp on the system. I bought the TST system. Notwithstanding my RAM 2500 has tire pressure monitoring, I have to...
Forum: Sunset Trail 10-12-2022, 12:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 860
Posted By dlakeman
Sunset Trail 253RB Outdoor Refrigerator Replacement

I just replaced the Hotpoint 2.7 Cu Ft outdoor kitchen refrigerator with a 3.3 Cu Ft HiSense refrigerator. I wasn't using the extremely small freezer compartment in the Hotpoint, and I didn't like...
Forum: Sunset Trail 10-12-2022, 12:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,340
Posted By dlakeman
My 253RB only has one pass-through duct as you...

My 253RB only has one pass-through duct as you described.
Forum: Sunset Trail 10-10-2022, 07:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,340
Posted By dlakeman
Remove the heater access panel (4 screws on the...

Remove the heater access panel (4 screws on the sides of the louvers) and you should be able to see all ducts hooked up to the heater, or not. When I removed my 253RB panel the amount of wood chips...
Forum: General RV Questions 10-10-2022, 07:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 939
Posted By dlakeman
I use the Camco Dual Flush Pro Holding Tank...

I use the Camco Dual Flush Pro Holding Tank Rinser with Gate Valve (39062). I have a flow meter attached to the water supply hose. After dumping my black tank every couple days when camped, I back...
Forum: Sunset Trail 09-28-2022, 11:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,184
Posted By dlakeman
My 253RB is in covered storage in an RV storage...

My 253RB is in covered storage in an RV storage lot. I park under a metal roof therefore my solar panels don't "see" the sun. I have a portable solar panel on the ground by my trailer hitch that gets...
Forum: Cruiser 09-20-2022, 07:27 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,392
Posted By dlakeman
Thanks Mark. While I was at the shop today I had...

Thanks Mark. While I was at the shop today I had them install the MORryde CRE3000 suspension system. I also got rid of the "China bomb" 2-ply tires.
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