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Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 05-18-2023, 12:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 714
Posted By mkempf
Thanks Jack and Janet! Would I have to remove...

Thanks Jack and Janet! Would I have to remove the battery from the trailer to use a battery tender (such as https://www.amazon.com/Battery-Tender-021-0123-Junior-Charger/dp/B000CITK8S) or can I clip...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 05-17-2023, 09:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 714
Posted By mkempf
Keep HiLo plugged in 24x7x365?

Curious... 2208T here stored in a garage.. is it best to just leave it plugged into the house power 24x7x365 when not "camping"? Just going out for the first time this season and the battery is...
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 08-15-2021, 06:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,348
Posted By mkempf
of course you can. we have our 2208T in a...

of course you can. we have our 2208T in a one-stall garage. the depth of our garage meant we had to find one with the removable tongue. made a youtube video of putting it away. ...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 07-11-2021, 03:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,308
Posted By mkempf
Thanks!!!!

Thanks Jack! It did take a whole inch.

I think it has to do with the heavy usage of the dropdown bed. We'd use the back of the couch perpendicular to the couchseat to "secure" the kids when...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 07-10-2021, 07:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,308
Posted By mkempf
Better Figure 4 - Adjusting Cables

2208T here in Seattle. Attempting to adjust the cables (the front is about 1.5 inches lower than the rear when raised). I read the adjustment procedure multiple times to make sure I got it right.
...
Forum: Exterior 06-10-2021, 04:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,013
Posted By mkempf
Thank you!!!!

Thank you!!!!
Forum: Exterior 06-10-2021, 03:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,013
Posted By mkempf
Lower Door "Thing" that holds door shut

All,
I've looked through all the posts on the "exterior" section, but can't seem to find a replacement for the thing that secures the lower door shut. Don't know if my kids are harder on doors or...
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 05-14-2020, 09:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 987
Posted By mkempf
I use clamps from Home Depot. This is what I...

I use clamps from Home Depot. This is what I used. https://www.woodworkerexpress.com/pony-jorgensen-3201-ht-1-steel-spring-clamp-with-vinyl-handle-throat-depth-1-1-4.html
Forum: HVAC, Appliances and Propane Systems 07-21-2019, 08:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 837
Posted By mkempf
So i missed a step in the process and i think i...

So i missed a step in the process and i think i outsmarted myself by a factor of 3. I ordered 3/8-Inch Female Flare by 1/4-Inch Male, but that didn't fit the pigtails, so I ordered a 1/4-Inch Female...
Forum: HVAC, Appliances and Propane Systems 07-21-2019, 06:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 837
Posted By mkempf
New Pigtails - Help!

I've got a 2208T and the pigtails were making a strange sound at the end of last season. So like a complete tool, i went online to amazon and ordered new pigtails, I mean how hard could it be,...
Forum: Travel and Adventure 01-03-2019, 04:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,337
Posted By mkempf
Twins!

Looks great! We have twin 2208Ts. Let me know what kind of digital thermometer you got!

For the awning black pull cord, I center it in the awning and then tuck it inside the door for travel.....
Forum: New Member Intros 08-16-2018, 03:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,123
Posted By mkempf
100 inches

We have a 2208T with a removable hitch. The garage is 100 inches wide and we have approx 2-3 inches on each side. We also have to use a powercaster elec dolly.
Not sure on the depth, but we back...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 07-19-2018, 03:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,476
Posted By mkempf
honda 2000

I bought a less expensive generator from a big-box store then quickly took it back as i realized that when you need a generator, you need a generator. Hard to beat Honda's reliability. I also...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 05-31-2018, 03:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,923
Posted By mkempf
putting away HiLo with powercaster

https://youtu.be/v4-7QD21hnc

We've had a couple questions about how we put the trailer away.
Here's how.

:)
Forum: Routine Maintenance & Service | Winterizing 05-25-2017, 04:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,045
Posted By mkempf
Thanks for the tips on the axle and the tires (I...

Thanks for the tips on the axle and the tires (I had no idea there were different load ratings).

We've got the OEM tow kit with extra tranny fan, airbags in rear, WD hitch (the equal-i-zer) and...
Forum: Routine Maintenance & Service | Winterizing 05-24-2017, 11:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,045
Posted By mkempf
Thanks Garry! at the risk of sounding completely...

Thanks Garry! at the risk of sounding completely incompetent, why do they have to raise it by the frame and not the axle?

Oh hey, and have you modified your 05 tundra? We have a 07 sequoia and...
Forum: Routine Maintenance & Service | Winterizing 05-24-2017, 11:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,045
Posted By mkempf
Maintenance around Seattle?

Hello, I'd like to have my 2208T serviced. Any recommendations for a shop around Seattle? I am fearful that a typical shop won't be used to working on a Hi-lo.

repack bearings, adjust brakes,...
Forum: Electrical Systems, Charging and Solar 01-29-2017, 02:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,718
Posted By mkempf
battery storage - removable tongue

Hello! I've heard that the best way to store the battery is removed and on a trickle charger, but i need the battery to raise/lower and put in storage. to sum it up, i need the battery to remove...
Forum: Hi-Lo Photo Album 05-23-2014, 06:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,048
Posted By mkempf
I was looking for a something pretty specific, a...

I was looking for a something pretty specific, a 22ft. Towlite with a removable tongue (actually fits in my garage). The second two digits are the year, so a 2208T is a 2008 22ft Towlite. 2209T...
Forum: Hi-Lo Photo Album 05-22-2014, 12:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,048
Posted By mkempf
second hand 2208T

Hello. Newer to the forum. Bought a 2208T second hand from someone in Sacramento a year or so ago. Love it, wife loves it, kids (7 & 4) love it.
-Matt

Next projects:
-Change lights to LED...
Forum: Exterior 05-22-2014, 12:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,417
Posted By mkempf
Talking awning gasket

Does anyone know what this is and where to find replacements?
It appears to be a gasket that is used to better secure the awning to the trailer. one fell off and i need to replace it.

Cheers!...
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 09-29-2012, 03:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,393
Posted By mkempf
Thanks for your comment!

Thanks for your comment!
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 09-29-2012, 12:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,393
Posted By mkempf
WD hitch with removable tongue

Hello, I’m new to the forum and considering a 2208T in pretty good shape. Because of my garage, I need a removable tongue, but I’m concerned about what I’ve read about weight distributing hitches...
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