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Forum: New Member Intros 06-21-2020, 03:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,103
Posted By RatsNest
The fridge is directly vented, and if properly...

The fridge is directly vented, and if properly installed, the gas area is sealed from the interior. Otherwise you’d get a draft from the outside through that space. And maybe the propane venting into...
Forum: New Member Intros 06-09-2020, 11:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,042
Posted By RatsNest
What Europe does is irrelevant. I could explain...

What Europe does is irrelevant. I could explain in detail why they do what they do, but in the end it just doesn’t matter, you’re not towing in Europe.

Your vehicle is insufficient to tow this...
Forum: New Member Intros 06-09-2020, 09:31 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,042
Posted By RatsNest
The only towing spec I could find for the Nero is...

The only towing spec I could find for the Nero is for the 2020, and it’s limited to 2800 lbs.

I think this camper is too much for your tow vehicle - the brochure shows it’s *unloaded* weight as...
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 06-06-2020, 07:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,817
Posted By RatsNest
You’ve got the correct GVWR - I looked up the...

You’ve got the correct GVWR - I looked up the 1508, not the T (which, as Jack pointed out, is a Towlite, so weighs less).

Looks like you have 500# to spare in your max for your vehicle, assuming...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 06-06-2020, 07:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,506
Posted By RatsNest
According to the brochure, the 2204 GVWR is 5500....

According to the brochure, the 2204 GVWR is 5500.

My recommendation is to have a tow vehicle that at least meets (but preferably exceeds) the GVWR of the TT. Even then, you have to consider...
Forum: Hi-Lo Clubs 06-06-2020, 07:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 14,935
Posted By RatsNest
Block - pretty much any RV mechanic should be...

Block - pretty much any RV mechanic should be able to work on them. The only part that’s unique is the lift system - everything else is conventional RV stuff.
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 06-06-2020, 07:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,504
Posted By RatsNest
Jon2bee - go to the front page of the forum,...

Jon2bee - go to the front page of the forum, scroll to the bottom and all the docs are in the Library section
Forum: Running Gear | Tires, Wheels, Brakes and Axles 06-05-2020, 07:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,899
Posted By RatsNest
Carter - trailer brake wiring is very simple. Too...

Carter - trailer brake wiring is very simple. Too simple in my opinion (I’m not a fan of floating grounds and all the exposed wiring on trailers, they get too much abuse).

Anyway...as with...
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 06-05-2020, 07:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,315
Posted By RatsNest
Sam - toilets use a special bolt to hold them...

Sam - toilets use a special bolt to hold them down, they actually fit into the flange. It may be that your flange is broken, and someone decided to just screw the toilet down.

Depending on your...
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 06-04-2020, 04:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,817
Posted By RatsNest
Typically TV’s (tow vehicle) with a limit of 3500...

Typically TV’s (tow vehicle) with a limit of 3500 indicates it doesn’t have a transmission cooler. This isn’t a big issue if you’re only going to tow occasionally and shorter distances. The longer...
Forum: New Member Intros 06-01-2020, 11:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,103
Posted By RatsNest
Lol, it was an unintentional jest, but I see it...

Lol, it was an unintentional jest, but I see it now that you point it out!

Yea, I’ve been through the brochures and see some of those indicators, but can only guess at a couple.
Forum: New Member Intros 05-30-2020, 06:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,103
Posted By RatsNest
Oh, that’s right Jack! Do the FunLites get...

Oh, that’s right Jack!

Do the FunLites get an “F”?
Forum: New Member Intros 05-29-2020, 06:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,310
Posted By RatsNest
Not meaning to hijack this thread, but question...

Not meaning to hijack this thread, but question for you TreeClimber - I have a mid-80’s Funlite, need to replace the exterior lower trim (the plastic band that runs around about 6” up from bottom).
...
Forum: New Member Intros 05-28-2020, 08:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By RatsNest
Also check the pulleys, the top ones are under...

Also check the pulleys, the top ones are under the plastic trim inside, lower ones are underneath/on the side. They’re probably dry too.
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 05-25-2020, 07:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,333
Posted By RatsNest
Clicking sound usually indicates poor current to...

Clicking sound usually indicates poor current to the solenoid. Usually caused by a bad connection at battery, or a poor charge.

Remove your cables at the battery, and clean them with a wire brush,...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 05-25-2020, 07:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,773
Posted By RatsNest
Every auto parts store should carry them. Hugely...

Every auto parts store should carry them. Hugely generic part, were very popular in the racing crowd for handling heavy load circuits.

Just ask for a Ford Starter solenoid, they’ll know exactly...
Forum: New Member Intros 05-25-2020, 07:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,103
Posted By RatsNest
OldCamper - the model number indicates length and...

OldCamper - the model number indicates length and year.

So a 2208 is a 22’ (measured from hitch ball to tail), manufactured in ‘08. 2200 then is a 22’ from 2000. Not sure what the T means.
Forum: New Member Intros 05-23-2020, 07:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 791
Posted By RatsNest
You can’t tow it while up - you’re likely to...

You can’t tow it while up - you’re likely to break something.

Most any battery will do temporarily, to run the pump to get the top down, though it should have a manual release on the pump itself.
Forum: New Member Intros 05-23-2020, 12:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,310
Posted By RatsNest
From the brochure, the 2204 has a GVWR of 5500 -...

From the brochure, the 2204 has a GVWR of 5500 - which is your starting point for your TV (tow vehicle). You need a TV that has *at least* that much capability (though personally I prefer to have a...
Forum: Hi-Lo's wanted 05-01-2020, 11:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,489
Posted By RatsNest
Hey Chaplain, checkout Craigslist for HiLos. You...

Hey Chaplain, checkout Craigslist for HiLos. You can search countrywide if you use SearchTempest.com.

Thats how we found ours, and it was 1000 miles away (we wanted a fun road trip anyway... )
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 04-19-2020, 11:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,231
Posted By RatsNest
Richard- You’re absolutely right, towing in...

Richard-
You’re absolutely right, towing in overdrive is a no-no. So for most people: don’t do what I do!

Regarding towing at elevation - check your owners manual, it should have a chart or...
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 04-18-2020, 09:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,231
Posted By RatsNest
The 2008 15’ has a GVWR of 3000 lbs. I’ve towed...

The 2008 15’ has a GVWR of 3000 lbs. I’ve towed that kind of weight with a modern half ton, and it’s no problem.

Most half tons today have at least a 5k max tow. So 3k is well under that.
...
Forum: Hi-Lo's wanted 02-02-2020, 10:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,454
Posted By RatsNest
I’m curious, is there an advantage to using...

I’m curious, is there an advantage to using HiLo’s for this?

Seems like other, more conventional campers would cost less per square foot, and be more available, in general.
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 02-02-2020, 12:10 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 75,384
Posted By RatsNest
We recently purchased a 16” HiLo, towed it from...

We recently purchased a 16” HiLo, towed it from PA to CO with a 2006 Honda Ridgeline (5k tow capacity).

My unloaded MPG on a cruise like that is about 20-22 mpg.

Towing a conventional 17’ box...
Forum: Hi-Lo Photo Album 10-17-2019, 06:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,586
Posted By RatsNest
What kind of paint did you use - both inside and...

What kind of paint did you use - both inside and out?

Would be neat to see before/after.

Really nice work by the way. Looks great!
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