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Forum: Hydraulic lift system Yesterday, 11:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 169
Posted By JackandJanet
There's a thread on cylinder removal that was...

There's a thread on cylinder removal that was posted by Treeclimber, It's here: https://www.hilotrailerforum.com/f22/how-to-remove-and-replace-the-hydraulic-lift-cylinder-5818/

I wouldn't trust...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 03-26-2024, 09:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 44
Posted By JackandJanet
Welcome to the forum, gunnysack! Removal of the...

Welcome to the forum, gunnysack! Removal of the battery is pretty simple.

Look for a metal, U-shaped rod that goes over the width of the battery and then down both sides. UNDER the box, you should...
Forum: Hi-Lo's wanted 03-26-2024, 09:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 133
Posted By JackandJanet
I've taken care of it, Lwwilltravel. Thanks! ...

I've taken care of it, Lwwilltravel. Thanks!

- Jack
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 03-22-2024, 12:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 238
Posted By JackandJanet
Yes, I would agree with that statement, but what...

Yes, I would agree with that statement, but what I was saying is that the infill change does not seem to have as much effect on overall strength as does changes in the wall thickness. The designs of...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 03-21-2024, 03:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 238
Posted By JackandJanet
Thank you Rahn, it's about what I guessed after...

Thank you Rahn, it's about what I guessed after doing my first print. The Bambu Labs printer is certainly a much more high end unit than mine, but I suspect mine will give good results too. I printed...
Forum: Off Topic Lounge 03-21-2024, 12:00 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 45
Posted By JackandJanet
Wow! You need "Hazardous Duty Pay", like I got...

Wow! You need "Hazardous Duty Pay", like I got when I was flying for the Air Force.

Seriously though, I have nothing but profound respect for members of the nursing profession. They work very...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 03-20-2024, 12:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 238
Posted By JackandJanet
And, I've learned some more facts that may help...

And, I've learned some more facts that may help you if you need to print guide blocks.

The Slicer program you use will have settings that position the object in the printer and this position can...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 03-19-2024, 04:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 238
Posted By JackandJanet
And, I went ahead and printed a complete guide...

And, I went ahead and printed a complete guide block using PLA. It took about 24 minutes as I remember and used surprisingly little filament. It feels VERY strong and since PLA is generally somewhat...
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 03-19-2024, 04:33 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,357
Posted By JackandJanet
Rahn, I know what you mean about power tools. I...

Rahn, I know what you mean about power tools. I had a kickback one time on my table saw, (because I wasn't using the riving knife). The piece hit my hand and it was really painful! I'm glad it wasn't...
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 03-19-2024, 01:20 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,357
Posted By JackandJanet
I've just added more to the Guide Block file...

I've just added more to the Guide Block file thread I started. https://www.hilotrailerforum.com/f22/3d-printer-files-for-guide-blocks-8469/#post57516. Everyone is encouraged to add to it if they have...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 03-19-2024, 01:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 238
Posted By JackandJanet
OK, now that I have my printer up and running,...

OK, now that I have my printer up and running, I've learned a few things. But first , my printer is a Flashforge Adventurer 5M which was on sale for $299 through Amazon ($100 off) and I'm pleased...
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 03-19-2024, 10:48 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,357
Posted By JackandJanet
Well, I got my 3D printed yesterday and printed a...

Well, I got my 3D printed yesterday and printed a test object using the PLA filament that came with it. After a false start in loading the filament, the printing went without problems and the "thing"...
Forum: Running Gear | Tires, Wheels, Brakes and Axles 03-19-2024, 10:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 118
Posted By JackandJanet
I like Rahn's thoughts on this. In my...

I like Rahn's thoughts on this.

In my experience, the bearings in my trailer have always looked in great shape every time I've repacked them. I use high quality bearing grease and they are not...
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 03-18-2024, 01:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 250
Posted By JackandJanet
I can't really answer your question in the way...

I can't really answer your question in the way you asked, but this link:https://www.etrailer.com/question-219064.html talks about the size difference. As you see, the 185/80 tire is 0.3" larger in...
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 03-18-2024, 08:59 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,357
Posted By JackandJanet
97towlite, I'm sure a pulley COULD be printed,...

97towlite, I'm sure a pulley COULD be printed, but I'm concerned the bearing would need to be added and without it, I doubt the pulley would work particularly well. Treeclimber posted a thread...
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 03-17-2024, 11:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 250
Posted By JackandJanet
Yes, DO follow sam's advice, but the trailer...

Yes, DO follow sam's advice, but the trailer looks quite good to me. And, if you've been reading RahnA's thread on his rebuild, you know anything can be fixed if you have the interest in doing the...
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 03-17-2024, 11:10 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,357
Posted By JackandJanet
Ha! No way - but, I'm interested in the process...

Ha! No way - but, I'm interested in the process and want to understand it better.

You evidentially create the files for an object you want to 3D print using a CAD program and then you save it in...
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 03-17-2024, 05:51 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,357
Posted By JackandJanet
Dang - I really love the work you are doing on...

Dang - I really love the work you are doing on that unit, Rahn!

I just ordered a 3D printer that is able to handle CF filament. Found a Flashforge unit for a great price on Amazon, so will be...
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 03-17-2024, 05:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 250
Posted By JackandJanet
Nick - It sounds like you know what you are...

Nick - It sounds like you know what you are doing!

I suspect the two 30A fuses you found blown are for the battery charging circuit. They tend to be a weak part in the electrical setup, in my...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 03-15-2024, 02:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,601
Posted By JackandJanet
Eld - If he can, have him print the blocks using...

Eld - If he can, have him print the blocks using Carbon Fiber filament, which requires steel printing nozzles. It is much more durable than ordinary PLA or similar plastics. I suspect nylon might be...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 03-14-2024, 01:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 214
Posted By JackandJanet
That would work, but if you raise the rear at...

That would work, but if you raise the rear at all, you put more torque on all the guide blocks, which can break them. If you can raise the top with the lift motor, it should lift the front first,...
Forum: New Member Intros 03-14-2024, 11:17 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 253
Posted By JackandJanet
Eld - I gave you a link to 3D printer files for...

Eld - I gave you a link to 3D printer files for guide blocks in your other post.

- Jack
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 03-14-2024, 11:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,601
Posted By JackandJanet
Eld, J&R and Midget Trailers are indeed out of...

Eld, J&R and Midget Trailers are indeed out of business. So, I don't think the guide blocks are available commercially. But, I've recently posted some 3D printer files that were supplied by one of...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 03-13-2024, 10:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 214
Posted By JackandJanet
Have you tried just using the lift motor to raise...

Have you tried just using the lift motor to raise the top? It kinda sounds like you lowered it without making sure everything was clear.

- Jack
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 03-13-2024, 10:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 98
Posted By JackandJanet
Hi Rob - I don't know of any water pipe diagrams,...

Hi Rob - I don't know of any water pipe diagrams, but in my trailer, they all run along the floor, UNDER the shower pan and up to the faucets. I've taken the front floor level trim off the front of...
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