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Thanks. If that is an attic vent, didn't know they vented that small space, then I don't need to change that one.

Looking to upgrade my top vents, so I bought two vents but seems that was enough and now confused on what each vent is. Here is the lay out and what I think the vents are for, any help would be appreciated. Here is a closeup Getting my saggy fixed.

Slap in another brake controller and see if the problem persists. Should cost you about 100 bucks. Turning sharp used to active my break away switch and I had to replace it. Makes sure all your wires are tight inside the control box on the pin.

Important point and then of course double up on the double tap if the threat is not stopped.

For travelers also carry a copy of the federal law of interstate transportation of firearms as MANY cops are not familiar with it. This will aid you in passing through a state you are not licensed to carry in.

In a real world "situation". Lasers= useless, any various glow in the dark dots= useless, iron sights=useless. Proper practice of combat shooting and a 40,000 watt mag light is all I really need. When I practice I never use a sight of any kind, because in a combat fight there is no aiming...

Currently any of my .40 calibers. I dumped everything under .40 cal. Over the numerous shootings I investigated over the years there were just too many lower calibers stopped by clothing and various other objects. Had a guy shot 3 times in the head point blank with a .380 and he walked out of...

We camped once in winter in NY for a week and won't do that again. We were able to stay somewhat warm using electric heaters and the propane, but I was fighting frozen pipes each night. Before we camped I even put a heating rod in the basement and added some additional insulation. It was...

Shades up for southern states, states near boarders and crossing boarders. I was stopped crossing from canada and in ohio and asked if i was smuggling people and or drugs. In ohio I was detained for nearly a hour on Rt. 70 while they searched the RV. Since then I travel with the rears open and...

Is it a creaking/popping sound when you're are doing turning? If so it's probably the leaf springs as the wheels torque. Mine sounded like something was breaking each time I pulled out of the driveway. It's caused by rust build up between the leaf springs. Lubricating the leaf springs...

Shocks in a variety applications are mounted at various angles, The more the angle the lesser effect. They certainly have a limited affect even mounted at this angle. Best price I could find on replacements was from bankstonmotorhomes.com about half the price of the same shock from lippert...

Took off my stock tires and replaced them with Michellin LT tires.

Just tested the HBA-Cam with the Ford integrated controller vs the Prodigy P3. The HBA-Cam and Ford Controller win hands down. The Ford controller was smoother and more responsive. The P3 was no slouch, but didn't have the pop and smoothness the Ford did. People ask why disc brakes...

BC, I think that is old information left on their site. Also on their site. http://www.carlislebrake.com/pdfs/controllerCompatibility2010.pdf From another resource. Carlisle Accessories and Parts - HBA-CAM This Carlisle control adapter module will make your Gen 5/Gen 6 or later HydraStar...

The last thing you want to do is lock up the brakes on a heavy trailer. The ford controller is like adding anti lock brakes to your trailer.

They should be standard studs, they tire store should have put another one in they are not hard to change. Sounds like he didn't want to remove the hub and knock out the stud. . Good lesson to put a dab of anti seize on each lug.

Sorry for the lack of updates, but getting the wrong parts then parts backorder has put me in panic mode as we are leaving for our usual summer month long trip shortly and the wife will set me on fire if I don't finish up this 2 month project that was supposed to take a couple of weeks... While...

I got conflicting info on this, somebody told me I could just buy 9/16" lugs, then someone said you can't stuff 9/16" into 1/2" (which makes sense), somebody told me it doesn't matter with the flare on the nuts(not buying that one.). Been working on a solution all day. Will call Kodiak and give...

Saw the lippert shocks, but found them online for $20, still have a couple of local places to try.

The kit is for 7k lb axles, but I have 6k axles. Gonna have to figure out where to go from here. Looking at my notes Kodiak gave me the wrong part number for my axles.

Hub assembly was interesting. Found out the lugs are smaller so i can't use the the lugs that came with the camper. First I have to give props to a couple of tools that will make your life easier. 1st- my $20 harbor freight hand grinder. This thing has saved me more times then I can count...

Jacked up the camper with 2 bottle jacks. Had 2 jack stands, front legs down and 2 floor jacks for safety. Removed the wheels and knocked off the bearing covers. Around the castle nut you'll have either a cotter pin and washer or a washer that has a locking tab. Hubs removed. Brake...

Dexter EZ flex prepped with Never-Fail bushings. To prep these you have to knock out the brass bushings. To do this I used an old 1/4" drive 3/8" socket , reversed it, inserted a punch and then knocked out the bushings with a hammer. It worked perfectly as the socket is just slightly...

Finally got my U.S. made springs in. The lippert springs were 4 leaf 3000lb springs, these are 6 leaf 3500lb springs. The stack height is 1/2" more and raises the trailer by 1/2", which is fine as i replaced my chinese tires last year and lost some clearance on the Michelle tires. Time for some...

Just in a few boxes from Southwest wheel. Contents of kit which contains hub, bearings, seals, bolts and caliper.

Yeah it's amazes me how these companies stay in business. Here is a customer willing to pay extra money for USA made stuff and I get china crap. With all this stuff I ordered it's amazing companies don't' return emails on product questions, don't supply shipping tracking numbers or just flat...

Dexter Axle roulette not a fun game. D.A. - Hello thanks for calling Dexter Axle. Me - Yes I'm looking for 3500lb springs can you tell me where your springs are made? D.A. - Yes, they are made in the U.S. and Canada. Me - Great, that explains why they are so expensive, but worth it. 5 days...

Looks like this one is going down in flames. Half way through my modification I remember that fiberglass doesn't stick to plastic. Opps....:(

That's the way I'll do it. Thanks.. For anyone thinking about doing the upgrade, I'll keep a running track of costs. So Far. Carlisle Actuator - $589.00 plus a 1/4" adapter $15.00. Both from http://www.electronicbrakesystems.com/ an authorized dealer. Basically he's just drop shipping, but...

Thanks Dave, great video !!!!!!!! Did you guys use the Carlise break away or just use the house batteries?

It's a DIY, I haven't seen your video, would love to see it.

Thanks for the replies, I'm just thinking of going to a 6 leaf 6600lb set. The 4 leaf set I don't think is up to the task.

Excellant information. Carlisle it is with 1/4" lines, which PSI model did everyone get? Anyone want to share photos of the way they ran their lines. While I have the trailer jacked up I figured I should do the springs, never lube bushings and a Dexter equalizer. My springs aren't that bad...

Okay, plan is shaping up. Going with Kodiak disc brakes. While in there I'll replace my flat looking springs and never lube bushings. Any comments on brake actuator? Carlise vs Brake right? Anyone put one of those single leaf 6k springs on their camper? Or upgraded to 6.5k or 7k springs...

My Lippert springs are looking kinda flat on my Bighorn. Has anyone gone from 6k springs to 6.5 k springs? Any issues?

Re: Rubber roof billowing Not always clear when you are up there as the rubber will shrink right back. Maybe a wrinkle or two. It's not the glue that starts to wear out, it's the lack of glue heartland uses both in coverage and quantity . In my case there was glue applied to the front, the...

Anyone one have suggestions the best place aka price to get the items?

Thanks for all the tips. Making notes and will start the project next month. I'll post the process here for laughs and giggles.

Trying to make me go broke? ;)

Thanks for the reply, so everyone got the parts directly from Mor-Ryde?