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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-22-2014, 12:25 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,399
Posted By PappaP
Lucky, The post Jack has above is spot on with...

Lucky,
The post Jack has above is spot on with my thoughts also. The equalizer did make some noises, high squeeky noises mostly when turning tight corners and it is heavy to put on, but I had a...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-22-2014, 12:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,512
Posted By PappaP
Nice to hear your satisfied with the Backup...

Nice to hear your satisfied with the Backup camera. If you don't mind me asking which one did you go with, as I will eventually be getting one for my Tundra. I always back into parking spaces since...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-16-2014, 11:47 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,399
Posted By PappaP
Lucky, Read through this thread as it gives a...

Lucky,
Read through this thread as it gives a lot of information relating to tow weights and may help you in understanding more on which direction you should take with your situation.

I also had...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-15-2014, 11:22 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,399
Posted By PappaP
You might want to check Camping World also for...

You might want to check Camping World also for prices on the Brake controller. If I remember right, I think with the membership discount, I got my Prodigy Brake controller there for around $100?
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-02-2014, 11:58 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,399
Posted By PappaP
I agree with both Jack and Rich on the Prodigy...

I agree with both Jack and Rich on the Prodigy Brake Controller and as well the Equalizer WDH. I used both and highly recommend them for safe travels.
Forum: Off Topic Lounge 04-30-2014, 10:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,396
Posted By PappaP
Sorry to hear of your loss and hang on to your...

Sorry to hear of your loss and hang on to your memories.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 04-30-2014, 10:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,512
Posted By PappaP
I haven't posted in quite awhile but I can attest...

I haven't posted in quite awhile but I can attest to the Tundra being a very capable tow vehicle. I have a 2008 Tundra Crewmax with the 5.7L V8 with factory tow package and the upgraded cooling...
Forum: Routine Maintenance & Service | Winterizing 08-23-2013, 12:27 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 19,471
Posted By PappaP
Lubes

Here is what I used on my trailer. The Blaster Dry lube for cables, bought at Home Depot or Lowes, and the white lithium grease for the hydraulic guide bar was bought at Sears.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 08-22-2013, 04:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,351
Posted By PappaP
Here is a good article to get you started on...

Here is a good article to get you started on learning the basics of tow ratings and how much is allowable. Hope this helps in getting you started.

Choosing the Right Tow Vehicle...
Forum: Boondocking 08-20-2013, 01:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,969
Posted By PappaP
solar

If you are just running off of battery supplied power for your trailer, you might be able to get by with using a solar panel to keep your battery topped off during the day hours and then it will be...
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 08-02-2013, 11:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,358
Posted By PappaP
Welcome aboard! Just noticed your forum name and...

Welcome aboard! Just noticed your forum name and was thinking it is going to confuse one of the forum members here for sure! Ask questions as many here have a lot of information to share.
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-19-2013, 01:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,353
Posted By PappaP
Oddly enough it just so happens that I am the...

Oddly enough it just so happens that I am the private seller in question. So here is my information to help in understanding the weights for the buyer.

First I have looked at the 1999 brochure and...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 07-18-2013, 09:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,366
Posted By PappaP
Looks pretty clear for plexiglass. Thanks for the...

Looks pretty clear for plexiglass. Thanks for the pics. I will most likely do the same mod on my unit.
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 07-18-2013, 09:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,320
Posted By PappaP
Good to hear it was something simple. If you...

Good to hear it was something simple. If you don't have a dedicated 30 amp supply from your land source then chances are the breakers will continue to trip as the AC unit pulls a lot of amperage.
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 07-17-2013, 09:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,320
Posted By PappaP
Yeah it sounds like you are losing power from the...

Yeah it sounds like you are losing power from the separate circuit breaker that supplies power to your AC GFCI. That box under your bed is the main power supply breaker panel for your trailer. If I...
Forum: Electrical 07-16-2013, 06:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,910
Posted By PappaP
If you are not plugged into a dedicated 30 amp...

If you are not plugged into a dedicated 30 amp power source going to the trailer and then tried to run the AC unit it will trip the breaker supplying power from your house circuit panel. Not sure if...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 07-16-2013, 06:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,366
Posted By PappaP
Lets see the pic of your handy work!

Lets see the pic of your handy work!
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 07-16-2013, 06:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,320
Posted By PappaP
First question, are you saying that the AC trips...

First question, are you saying that the AC trips when you turn on power and the reset button will not stay engaged on the outlet, or is there no power even supplied to the outlet that supply's power...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 07-13-2013, 11:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,271
Posted By PappaP
Thanks Rich that is where I had seen it before,...

Thanks Rich that is where I had seen it before, just couldn't remember, but knew I kept the graph as it was a good measure of battery level to have on hand.
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 07-13-2013, 09:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,271
Posted By PappaP
Here is some good information on the level of a...

Here is some good information on the level of a battery.

"For longest life, batteries should stay in the green zone. Occasional dips into the yellow are not harmful, but continual discharges to...
Forum: Off Topic Lounge 07-12-2013, 04:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,320
Posted By PappaP
Yeah I agree with the higher costs to stay at a...

Yeah I agree with the higher costs to stay at a resort versus campground also Gary!
Forum: Exterior 07-12-2013, 04:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,139
Posted By PappaP
So what method are you planning on using?

So what method are you planning on using?
Forum: Off Topic Lounge 07-12-2013, 10:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,320
Posted By PappaP
Sometimes I wonder if they add "RV Resort" to try...

Sometimes I wonder if they add "RV Resort" to try and lure in people. We have stayed at a KOA a few times and it was nice, they had the bathrooms with showers and a pool, and rec area for added fun...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 07-12-2013, 10:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,740
Posted By PappaP
Yes it is possible the battery may be part of the...

Yes it is possible the battery may be part of the issue. The battery is intended to give a higher cranking power to supply the demand of the hydraulic pump power. But you may have a bad solenoid on...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 07-12-2013, 09:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,740
Posted By PappaP
The fluid level should be checked in the down...

The fluid level should be checked in the down position and it should be at the bottom edge of the fill tube on the pump itself. Easy way to check is with a straw so you can bend it to get into the...
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