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Forum: Factory Hi-Lo Parts 07-28-2022, 08:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 923
Posted By MTboondocker
Hello. If your upper bunk is leaning, or slanted,...

Hello. If your upper bunk is leaning, or slanted, downhill toward the front of the camper, it is because the top half of your camper isn't raising as high as it did when new. You'll notice that the...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 09-20-2021, 06:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,053
Posted By MTboondocker
Joseph A- pardon the very delayed reply, I don't...

Joseph A- pardon the very delayed reply, I don't recall receiving an alert that this thread had been replied to. If you're inquiring about the upgrades installed or fabricated into my Funlite, nearly...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 09-17-2021, 09:50 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 64,404
Posted By MTboondocker
I replaced all four of my cables using a spool of...

I replaced all four of my cables using a spool of 100ft 3/16 in stainless steel cable, larger than the factory one quarter-inch cable, and stainless steel thimbles. I purchased all of them from...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 09-02-2021, 04:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,431
Posted By MTboondocker
Angel- Very nice work, especially for some...

Angel-

Very nice work, especially for some deep issues. I'd like to see the shower/ tub and bathroom, toilet all put back together, maybe upload more pics? Also- I know everyone's wondering.....it...
Forum: Factory Hi-Lo Parts 11-25-2020, 09:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,554
Posted By MTboondocker
Thanks, LWW! Tried them 2.....seems also a...

Thanks, LWW!

Tried them 2.....seems also a 3rd place in upper Midwest, too, possibly even Ohio also- but to date I've received no calls back to email replies. I'll keep looking- I appreciate the...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 10-08-2020, 04:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,480
Posted By MTboondocker
I've found these two to have better selection,...

I've found these two to have better selection, pricing, and shipping speed than even www.etrailer.com (especially pricing vs etrailer.com):

* Destination for Trailer Tires & Wheels | eCustomRim...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 08-28-2020, 08:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,053
Posted By MTboondocker
Unless I missed something, you simply lower the...

Unless I missed something, you simply lower the top and cylinder ram rod is retracted. I presume from original post your system is intact? Even with no power, the emergency manual override lever at...
Forum: Factory Hi-Lo Parts 08-28-2020, 04:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,554
Posted By MTboondocker
Thanks, Jack! No luck from J&R regarding...

Thanks, Jack!
No luck from J&R regarding responses. The "others" who've done this before are my exact "targets", as I wish to avoid the tracing, templating, sourcing a sign shop, etc if that's...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 08-28-2020, 04:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,053
Posted By MTboondocker
Hello Niels- I just finished major renovations...

Hello Niels-
I just finished major renovations on complete undercarriage of my 1994 Funlite FLL. I had to remove guide rod, easier than you think. TOP MUST BE DOWN, RAM IN RETRACTED POSITION. On the...
Forum: Factory Hi-Lo Parts 08-28-2020, 04:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,554
Posted By MTboondocker
I'm in need of the original style decals for my...

I'm in need of the original style decals for my 1994 Funlite 21FLL. "Funlite" on the front stone shield and above rear window, and "Funlite" slightly smaller at lower rear of left & right sides....
Forum: Boondocking 08-28-2020, 04:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,476
Posted By MTboondocker
I replaced every internal fixture, single and...

I replaced every internal fixture, single and double bulb, with nearly identical equivalent permanent sealed fixture from Amazon. Used same screw holes for the most part even! About $8 per single,...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 02-27-2020, 11:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,083
Posted By MTboondocker
Smile I replaced my OEM catches with 4-hole gate-style...

I replaced my OEM catches with 4-hole gate-style 6" long hook latches and their bases screwed right in where the OEM location was. The other end of the latch, on the bedframe itself, I mounted an...
Forum: Routine Maintenance & Service | Winterizing 02-14-2020, 12:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,018
Posted By MTboondocker
The twin bedframe rails I sourced were not as...

The twin bedframe rails I sourced were not as thick as standard angle iron I also had on had, which was why I chose to use it. Doesn't really need to be thick, just strong to prevent cable gouging....
Forum: Routine Maintenance & Service | Winterizing 02-13-2020, 06:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,018
Posted By MTboondocker
Smile Jack's response is the best regarding advice- do...

Jack's response is the best regarding advice- do NOT IGNORE THIS ISSUE. Doing so will worsen and weaken the horizontal frame, which is only 2x2 wood covered in thin sheet metal.
When I noticed this...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 12-07-2018, 11:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,530
Posted By MTboondocker
Retired- thanks for more clarification (I agree,...

Retired- thanks for more clarification (I agree, a 2x4 laid FLAT SIDE UP allows stability and maximum drop of top prior to adjustment). I appreciate it and am sure the O/P does too!
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 12-05-2018, 05:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,530
Posted By MTboondocker
JackandJanet & Retiredcamper47, thank you BOTH...

JackandJanet & Retiredcamper47, thank you BOTH for great clarification! Jack, my concern using your method is exactly as you state, I could inadvertently keep my finger on the switch a bit too long...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 11-29-2018, 05:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,530
Posted By MTboondocker
Smile Mckavett- sorry to hear of your troubles, I'm...

Mckavett- sorry to hear of your troubles, I'm having a similar issue.... bobhxsn, a little more detail please. Are you saying cut quantity 4 of 24" long 2x4, then place them on the rubber pads (2...
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