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Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 07-25-2021, 06:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 889
Posted By piperjim
Jed: It could be due to a plugged drain off...

Jed:

It could be due to a plugged drain off the drain pan, or your Hi-Lo being off-level. Check the level. If not that, send somebody up on the roof, have them remove the a/c shroud and look at...
Forum: Hi-Lo's wanted 06-27-2021, 02:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 762
Posted By piperjim
Sending you a PM.

Sending you a PM.
Forum: Exterior 03-03-2021, 07:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 915
Posted By piperjim
You can do it!! Blue painters tape and the...

You can do it!! Blue painters tape and the appropriate solvent will make up for lousy technique!!! I'm proof!!
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 03-02-2021, 11:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,048
Posted By piperjim
Yes, I think that front clip does the bulk of the...

Yes, I think that front clip does the bulk of the work, as it seems to wear out first.

The only caution I have is to just be sure the clips are engaged as tightly as possible. I find the...
Forum: Forum Support | Suggestion Box and News 03-02-2021, 07:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,393
Posted By piperjim
Welcome to the group. Have you tried the...

Welcome to the group. Have you tried the "Search" function (it's in the tan colored bar in the top half of the screen).

Here's one of the posts that popped up when I entered "posting photos" in...
Forum: New Member Intros 03-01-2021, 09:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,159
Posted By piperjim
If you've got all the numbers, you can get a new...

If you've got all the numbers, you can get a new sticker made by the guys at J & R in Mt. Vernon, OH. Or, that's where I got mine about 4 years ago.

Welcome to the group!
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 03-01-2021, 09:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,048
Posted By piperjim
Ouch, I know you hated that!! But, so lucky that...

Ouch, I know you hated that!! But, so lucky that the door didn't fly off!

I had the same issue on mine, and bought a new set of latches from J & R (same kind that was on there) and replaced them....
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 02-26-2021, 09:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,048
Posted By piperjim
Mike: The frame is aluminum, but there's a...

Mike:

The frame is aluminum, but there's a wooden rail at the bottom of the frame (and I'm guessing at the top and sides of the aluminum frame for screw attachment of the corner trim and roof...
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 02-26-2021, 08:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,048
Posted By piperjim
Mike: That's the same model that I have, and...

Mike:

That's the same model that I have, and unfortunately, the same problem. Not sure if your cause is the same, but I'm betting so. Check the trim at the bottom of the filon on the top half. ...
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 02-26-2021, 06:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,048
Posted By piperjim
If you're speaking about the tip-out.........This...

If you're speaking about the tip-out.........This probably means that your Hi-Lo top (not the tip-out) is out of adjustment. If you're lucky, it's just a cable adjustment to provide the fix. If...
Forum: Hi-Lo's for sale 09-13-2020, 09:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 925
Posted By piperjim
2808C For Sale $10,800 - No Longer For Sale

For Sale, our Hi-Lo 2808C , 2008 model year, 28 ft Classic

You know the Classics....loaded with everything from electric hitch jack to outdoor shower, oak cabinets, queen bed, large capacity...
Forum: General Hi-Lo camper discussion 06-16-2020, 08:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 895
Posted By piperjim
Inspection

JPG:

Just an idea for you, may be worth exactly what it costs you...

I wonder if it might work if you hire a mobile RV repair shop to do an inspection on your behalf? They're in and around RVs...
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 11-24-2019, 10:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,508
Posted By piperjim
The search function here isn't going to win a 5...

The search function here isn't going to win a 5 star rating, but with an easy trick here's what I found. Not a hi-lo but a modified camper with linear actuators.
...
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 11-18-2019, 09:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,161
Posted By piperjim
We have a 2808 with tip out and the seal around...

We have a 2808 with tip out and the seal around the tip out is better than the seal between the top and bottom halves. We've weathered a few nights in the teens and stayed warm. Of course, the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 10-10-2019, 05:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,538
Posted By piperjim
The learning curve can be pretty steep, and many...

The learning curve can be pretty steep, and many decisions can impact the safety of you and your family. Escapees, an organization that caters to full-time RV'ers (but welcomes weekenders like...
Forum: Factory Hi-Lo Parts 08-06-2019, 06:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,231
Posted By piperjim
Absolutely, Bob, thanks for catching that! ...

Absolutely, Bob, thanks for catching that!

jim
Forum: Factory Hi-Lo Parts 08-03-2019, 01:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,231
Posted By piperjim
Call J & R in Mt. Vernon, OH. 740 392.1600. The...

Call J & R in Mt. Vernon, OH. 740 392.1600. The J in J and R is Jim Laher. In addition to being part of J and R, he owns a sign/decal company and can print about anything, including decals for RV...
Forum: Running Gear | Tires, Wheels, Brakes and Axles 07-31-2019, 05:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,985
Posted By piperjim
Congratulations, some previous owner did an...

Congratulations, some previous owner did an upgrade and you're the beneficiary! The 15" rims give you a bit more ground clearance and a lot more variety in tire selection (the ability to select...
Forum: General Repairs, Modifications, Tips and tricks 07-31-2019, 05:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 988
Posted By piperjim
Never had that problem, but as we say in farm...

Never had that problem, but as we say in farm country, "Duct tape and baling wire will fix about anything!" But, seriously, I'd probably throw a snug bungee cord around the steps.

I thought I'd...
Forum: New Member Intros 07-21-2019, 07:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,108
Posted By piperjim
Think I found it....not much info, but pics of...

Think I found it....not much info, but pics of the finished product. That was the one I remember. Not sure if the OP is still here, don't remember seeing him lately.
...
Forum: New Member Intros 07-21-2019, 07:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,108
Posted By piperjim
Welcome to the group. I don't think anyone will...

Welcome to the group. I don't think anyone will throw stones at ya! Innovation is OK here.

Someone else has done this, and I think it was 3-4 years ago. There were some various postings on his...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 07-14-2019, 08:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 13,495
Posted By piperjim
Jay82: Welcome to the group, hope your Hi Lo...

Jay82:

Welcome to the group, hope your Hi Lo brings years of fun!

The lowering mechanism works by a solenoid opening a valve which releases hydraulic fluid. Could your solenoid be bad? The...
Forum: Curious about Hi-Lo Campers? 07-14-2019, 08:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,842
Posted By piperjim
Welcome to the group. It sounds like your...

Welcome to the group.

It sounds like your safety bar is engaged, preventing the top from lowering.

First, always raise and lower that RV when it's level. To do otherwise will risk damage....
Forum: New Member Intros 07-07-2019, 08:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,157
Posted By piperjim
Welcome to the forum and congrats on your Hi-Lo. ...

Welcome to the forum and congrats on your Hi-Lo. Lots of help available here, so you'll get the support you need.

Start by checking out the home page of this forum. There's a good collection of...
Forum: Hydraulic lift system 07-05-2019, 07:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,133
Posted By piperjim
Bug: My error, not typing in the url for...

Bug:

My error, not typing in the url for this forum correctly. Try this:

replacing safety bar site:.hilotrailerforum.com
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