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mward3 · mward3

Fellow RVers, I tow a 5er with a Dodge V10 dully. I have been looking for an auxiliary gas tank to put in the bed of the truck that will set level with the sides of the bed. Almost all the tanks I see are diesel or cost in excess of 1000 dollars. Does anyone have any suggestions on where to get a gas aux tank a l...

Sassy · Sassy

Mike and I have been having a discussion about using cruise control. These may be stupid questions, but maybe all of you can tell us what you do when towing! Do any of you use your cruise control, on flat roads, hills, or mountains ? Do you save or waste more fuel when you use it ? Does it put more strain on th...

thebearII · thebearII

Tomorrow I pick up my dream truck. Although this is really my interim dream truck. The real dream truck would be a brand new HDT to pull the 5th wheel with. Spotted a 2007 C4500 TopKick at a dealer in San Diego while my wife was shopping for beads and gemstones. Originally was going in to test drive a...

WRS · WRS

Hello, I am hoping to go full time in the next few years and have already started making plans to do so. I presently own a Keystone Raptor with 3 slides and just under 40 foot long. I have read everything I can find, and talked to "all that own" and I am more confused than ever about a truck. How...

The Bear II · The Bear II

http://www.hitchcrafters.com/ Just wanted to post a review about a great place if you need a hitch, welding or metal fabrication done in Southern California area. I needed to find a new fifth wheel hitch and contacted several places in the southern California area. I immediately got that "g...

mward3 · mward3

Fellow RVers, I need to replace the tires on my tow vehicle. Being new to towing a large 5er I have been trying to decide the best tire to use. After much reading I am more confused than ever. Do I need an all season tire? An all terrain tire? In the beginning I will be mostly on paved roads but hope to eventual...

thebearII · thebearII

If any of you have experience with a Kodiak or Topkick Monroe Conversion with the pickup bed. Here's my question: I have a 1994 Alfa See-Ya 5'er and had the axles moved to the bottom of the springs to work with a 1984 4X4 Chevy with a 3" lift. I just bought a 2007 Kodiak Monroe conversion with the picku...

James · James

On December 28th, my truck was stolen in Houston, it was stolen while we were eating dinner and has not been found yet. I have just replaced it with an F-350 last week. I have been researching the Houston truck thefts and figured everyone with a Ford truck would like to see this article about what is go...

netters · netters

We are researching 5th Wheels to buy for when we retire in a few months. What we need to know is about how much extra weight do most people add in extras to your RV? We are trying to figure out what all we can take with us. Thanks! -- Edited by Howard at 12:17, 2008-01-01

DZ · DZ

Howard- How do you think Linda would feel riding in this tow vehicle? I received this in an email and had to share it. Maybe this guy could benefit from a weight safety class. This lesson on how not to do things seems to totally escape some people. I'd love to see how the trip ended up, but I feel confident h...

DZ · DZ

Well we made the mistake of going to look at the new toyhauler by Excel, the Wild Cargo. I just knew I wouldn't like it for full-timing, because I've looked at lots of them and they just don't seem right for living in. This one is so different, they did it right. If we trade, I really will need a new truck. Any...

RickV1955 · RickV1955

I was wondering if anyone knows of any good websites for used tow vehicles for fifth wheels? Thanks for any info. Rick and Debi Future Full Timers (2010)

endless travels · endless travels

We have a MDT Business Class M2 Freightliner with air ride seating, Bostrom bases. The seats move around alot, squeak, and are generally very uncomfortable. Anyone have these seats, and have similar problems??

RRman · RRman

How do you keep your duallie tires at the desired pressure? With my as is new tires on a used 3500 Ram, both outer tire aren't effectively reached by the dual foot tire inflator and only one of the inners has a visible cheap plastic extension on it that the dual foot can reach but won't release. I have a Camp...

RRman · RRman

I think having a bed cover would be a great feature. Any commerciall available rolling and some folding could be used with a hitch while towing, but would leave most of the bed exposed. I've googled for a custom cover like Howard has to no avail. Perhaps a report on how this unique (?) feature has been wo...

lwfox002 · lwfox002

Ok everyone, I am looking at a 2003 Ford F350 Crew Cab Dually 4x4 with the 6.0 PSD and automatic transmission. 80k miles, silver. Clean looking truck. Ford dealer is one I have bought from in the past and I trust. Have known the owner and sales manager all since grade school. Any thoughts on the engine/t...

Weaverworks · Weaverworks

Seem like a MTD for towing would be great. All the pull and stopping power you need and not as big as a HTD. So the wife can drive and it's not too big for driving to Walmart. Seem like you can get one a couple year old for less than you pay for a new Ford 450. What do you think

adobe dweller · adobe dweller

How many of you out there pull heavy 5ers with 3/4T trucks with mods. I know this is a touchy subject but I think there is alot of us. I see them on the road. I pull 20,000 combined with mine and all I have done is a larger trany cooler and had a extra leaf spring put in the rear. It's a 1997 F250HD PSD and it can pul...

Weaverworks · Weaverworks

Is there a driver of a MDT in Ohio (preferrable in NE Ohio) or within a reasonable driving distance, that would like to share his/her experiences with a wannabe? I would love to see your MDT! I read everything I can find about MDT's but have never seen one up live and in person. It just seems like the "...

Luvglass · Luvglass

Hi, We just arrived in San Diego the other day and needed a fillup badly. We had a difficult time finding anyone who even sold diesel and then ended up paying $3.259 I don't even think we paid that much during the summer in New England when fuel was at it's highest. AAAAA...

Weaverworks · Weaverworks

Is there a person writing about full-timing that uses a MDT for towing? I love reading about peoples' full-time experiences and am interested in MDT'S but have never found a writer driving a MDT.

RickV1955 · RickV1955

Ok, I sure that like a lot of you, I think I'm starting to lose my mind...My wife and I are researhing and trying to get as much info as possible to be full time RVers in a couple of years. Although we have only been in this info gathering mode for about 6-7 months now, it seems like the more we learn, the more...

RickV1955 · RickV1955

We'll be starting our full time RV lifestyle in just under three years. We have pretty much decided on a fifth wheel. I was under the impression that it was very common (usual) to tow a fifth wheel with a truck in the F350 range (dually diesel)....In checking out several forums over the last severa...

Racerguy · Racerguy

This is a question for you do it yourself types. What tools do you carry to perform minor maintenence issues that come up? Weight being an issue I would think there must be a list of Basic tools to get things done without taking my whole toolbox. Thanks to all who post. I seem to have put this in wrong catago...

Pam · Pam

http://autos.aol.com/article/power/v2/_a/trucks-for-towing/20060906134809990001

Luvglass · Luvglass

Hi, Our Ford F350 rides fairly well when we're towing, but is a ROUGH ride when we're out and about without the trailer, and that's more than half our total mileage. I've already lowered the pressure in the front tires and that's helped a little, but I'm sitll not happy. I'm wondering if anyone...

flyone · flyone

I have an 01, F250 7.3 liter diesel, on flat to modertly hilly roads no question the O.D. is on along with the cruise control. This past weekend we went to a new campground, had to travel over some large long hills. I just kept everthing as was and let her go, it did do some down shifting ...

Niles and Deb · Niles and Deb

Just a question for the fulltimers that use a HDT to pull their rigs, How limited are you reguarding where you can park your unit? Can you get into some of the State Parks, or just commerical campgrounds. We like the out of the way places and I'm not sure we could get there with that much rig. I drive a truck a...

RVDude · RVDude

http://www.boredland.com/funnyvideos/view.php?id=1177&page=7

Tom N Gina · Tom N Gina

Does anyone have any information concerning the new diesel standards and what they may do to an older engine? Have heard so many different things not sure if there is anything to worry about or not.

Thanks for the lesson............... Tom -- Edited by Tom N Gina...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Auxiliary Gasoline Tank (Preview) Fellow RVers, I tow a 5er with a Dodge V10 dully. I have been looking for an auxiliary gas tank to put in the bed of the truck that will set level with the sides of the bed. Almost all the tanks I see are diesel or cost in excess of 1000 dollars. Does anyone have any suggestions on where to get a gas aux tank a l...	mward3	13	6655	08:27 AM Jul 18, 2008 by igotjam
	Cruise Control ? (Preview) Mike and I have been having a discussion about using cruise control. These may be stupid questions, but maybe all of you can tell us what you do when towing! Do any of you use your cruise control, on flat roads, hills, or mountains ? Do you save or waste more fuel when you use it ? Does it put more strain on th...	Sassy	10	5839	01:55 PM Jun 25, 2008 by Speedhitch
	New Truck 2007 C4500 Monroe Conversion (Preview) Tomorrow I pick up my dream truck. Although this is really my interim dream truck. The real dream truck would be a brand new HDT to pull the 5th wheel with. Spotted a 2007 C4500 TopKick at a dealer in San Diego while my wife was shopping for beads and gemstones. Originally was going in to test drive a...	thebearII	6	8030	08:23 AM Jun 9, 2008 by thebearII
	Frustrated, Confused, Saddened, and almost Angry (Preview) Hello, I am hoping to go full time in the next few years and have already started making plans to do so. I presently own a Keystone Raptor with 3 slides and just under 40 foot long. I have read everything I can find, and talked to "all that own" and I am more confused than ever about a truck. How...	WRS	26	5654	09:26 AM Jun 4, 2008 by thebearII
	Hitch & Welding Shop (Preview) http://www.hitchcrafters.com/ Just wanted to post a review about a great place if you need a hitch, welding or metal fabrication done in Southern California area. I needed to find a new fifth wheel hitch and contacted several places in the southern California area. I immediately got that "g...	The Bear II	2	1974	07:06 AM Apr 12, 2008 by jdensie
	New Tire Confusion (Preview) Fellow RVers, I need to replace the tires on my tow vehicle. Being new to towing a large 5er I have been trying to decide the best tire to use. After much reading I am more confused than ever. Do I need an all season tire? An all terrain tire? In the beginning I will be mostly on paved roads but hope to eventual...	mward3	3	1887	09:18 AM Feb 16, 2008 by Dennie and Dottie Beaman
	Monroe Pickup Bed & 5th Wheel Fit ? (Preview) If any of you have experience with a Kodiak or Topkick Monroe Conversion with the pickup bed. Here's my question: I have a 1994 Alfa See-Ya 5'er and had the axles moved to the bottom of the springs to work with a 1984 4X4 Chevy with a 3" lift. I just bought a 2007 Kodiak Monroe conversion with the picku...	thebearII	0	1876	12:29 PM Feb 14, 2008 by thebearII
	Truck stolen in Houston (Preview) On December 28th, my truck was stolen in Houston, it was stolen while we were eating dinner and has not been found yet. I have just replaced it with an F-350 last week. I have been researching the Houston truck thefts and figured everyone with a Ford truck would like to see this article about what is go...	James	5	2519	10:53 AM Feb 11, 2008 by James
	How Much Weight in Extras Do You Add to Your RV? (Preview) We are researching 5th Wheels to buy for when we retire in a few months. What we need to know is about how much extra weight do most people add in extras to your RV? We are trying to figure out what all we can take with us. Thanks! -- Edited by Howard at 12:17, 2008-01-01	netters	5	2299	09:56 AM Dec 31, 2007 by Tmcblane
	New Tow Vehicle??? (Preview) Howard- How do you think Linda would feel riding in this tow vehicle? I received this in an email and had to share it. Maybe this guy could benefit from a weight safety class. This lesson on how not to do things seems to totally escape some people. I'd love to see how the trip ended up, but I feel confident h...	DZ	2	2346	11:59 AM Dec 4, 2007 by Speedhitch
	Just looking (Preview) Well we made the mistake of going to look at the new toyhauler by Excel, the Wild Cargo. I just knew I wouldn't like it for full-timing, because I've looked at lots of them and they just don't seem right for living in. This one is so different, they did it right. If we trade, I really will need a new truck. Any...	DZ	9	3631	02:50 PM Nov 12, 2007 by RVDude
	Web site(s) for used tow vehicles? (Preview) I was wondering if anyone knows of any good websites for used tow vehicles for fifth wheels? Thanks for any info. Rick and Debi Future Full Timers (2010)	RickV1955	3	2197	03:55 PM Oct 24, 2007 by Froggi
	MDT Seats uncomfortable?? (Preview) We have a MDT Business Class M2 Freightliner with air ride seating, Bostrom bases. The seats move around alot, squeak, and are generally very uncomfortable. Anyone have these seats, and have similar problems??	endless travels	1	2100	06:37 AM Sep 3, 2007 by Jim01
	Maintaining Duallie Tire Pressure (Preview) How do you keep your duallie tires at the desired pressure? With my as is new tires on a used 3500 Ram, both outer tire aren't effectively reached by the dual foot tire inflator and only one of the inners has a visible cheap plastic extension on it that the dual foot can reach but won't release. I have a Camp...	RRman	7	4098	05:32 PM Aug 26, 2007 by SKOOBDO
	Custom Tonneau Covers for Fiver pulling pickups like Howard's? (Preview) I think having a bed cover would be a great feature. Any commerciall available rolling and some folding could be used with a hitch while towing, but would leave most of the bed exposed. I've googled for a custom cover like Howard has to no avail. Perhaps a report on how this unique (?) feature has been wo...	RRman	2	2186	05:29 PM Aug 26, 2007 by SKOOBDO
	2003 F350 (Preview) Ok everyone, I am looking at a 2003 Ford F350 Crew Cab Dually 4x4 with the 6.0 PSD and automatic transmission. 80k miles, silver. Clean looking truck. Ford dealer is one I have bought from in the past and I trust. Have known the owner and sales manager all since grade school. Any thoughts on the engine/t...	lwfox002	7	3850	07:52 PM Aug 1, 2007 by SKOOBDO
	MTD for a tow vehicle. (Preview) Seem like a MTD for towing would be great. All the pull and stopping power you need and not as big as a HTD. So the wife can drive and it's not too big for driving to Walmart. Seem like you can get one a couple year old for less than you pay for a new Ford 450. What do you think	Weaverworks	11	5216	09:52 AM Jul 12, 2007 by Tmcblane
	How many pull heavy 5ers (Preview) How many of you out there pull heavy 5ers with 3/4T trucks with mods. I know this is a touchy subject but I think there is alot of us. I see them on the road. I pull 20,000 combined with mine and all I have done is a larger trany cooler and had a extra leaf spring put in the rear. It's a 1997 F250HD PSD and it can pul...	adobe dweller	13	6145	11:02 PM May 22, 2007 by endless travels
	Ohio MDT driver? (Preview) Is there a driver of a MDT in Ohio (preferrable in NE Ohio) or within a reasonable driving distance, that would like to share his/her experiences with a wannabe? I would love to see your MDT! I read everything I can find about MDT's but have never seen one up live and in person. It just seems like the "...	Weaverworks	3	2064	05:17 PM Apr 25, 2007 by Weaverworks
	Diesel fuel cost - AAAAGGGGH!!! (Preview) Hi, We just arrived in San Diego the other day and needed a fillup badly. We had a difficult time finding anyone who even sold diesel and then ended up paying $3.259 I don't even think we paid that much during the summer in New England when fuel was at it's highest. AAAAA...	Luvglass	13	3462	05:27 PM Apr 23, 2007 by phyllen
	MDT owner with a travelogue? (Preview) Is there a person writing about full-timing that uses a MDT for towing? I love reading about peoples' full-time experiences and am interested in MDT'S but have never found a writer driving a MDT.	Weaverworks	3	2490	02:57 PM Apr 23, 2007 by Judy
	Too Many Questions - no Answers - Towing (Preview) Ok, I sure that like a lot of you, I think I'm starting to lose my mind...My wife and I are researhing and trying to get as much info as possible to be full time RVers in a couple of years. Although we have only been in this info gathering mode for about 6-7 months now, it seems like the more we learn, the more...	RickV1955	1	2224	05:50 PM Apr 18, 2007 by RVDude
	Adequate size Tow Vehicle (Preview) We'll be starting our full time RV lifestyle in just under three years. We have pretty much decided on a fifth wheel. I was under the impression that it was very common (usual) to tow a fifth wheel with a truck in the F350 range (dually diesel)....In checking out several forums over the last severa...	RickV1955	3	2332	05:57 PM Mar 8, 2007 by Darrell and Judy
	Do it yourself tools (Preview) This is a question for you do it yourself types. What tools do you carry to perform minor maintenence issues that come up? Weight being an issue I would think there must be a list of Basic tools to get things done without taking my whole toolbox. Thanks to all who post. I seem to have put this in wrong catago...	Racerguy	4	2330	06:09 PM Feb 3, 2007 by mikeway
	Top 10 Trucks for Towing (Preview) http://autos.aol.com/article/power/v2/_a/trucks-for-towing/20060906134809990001	Pam	2	2943	09:25 AM Nov 1, 2006 by Judy
	Air seats for pickup? (Preview) Hi, Our Ford F350 rides fairly well when we're towing, but is a ROUGH ride when we're out and about without the trailer, and that's more than half our total mileage. I've already lowered the pressure in the front tires and that's helped a little, but I'm sitll not happy. I'm wondering if anyone...	Luvglass	5	4761	03:12 PM Oct 28, 2006 by Tmcblane
	O.D. or no O.D. (Preview) I have an 01, F250 7.3 liter diesel, on flat to modertly hilly roads no question the O.D. is on along with the cruise control. This past weekend we went to a new campground, had to travel over some large long hills. I just kept everthing as was and let her go, it did do some down shifting ...	flyone	7	2469	06:45 AM Oct 26, 2006 by Tony and Judy
	Limited sites?? (Preview) Just a question for the fulltimers that use a HDT to pull their rigs, How limited are you reguarding where you can park your unit? Can you get into some of the State Parks, or just commerical campgrounds. We like the out of the way places and I'm not sure we could get there with that much rig. I drive a truck a...	Niles and Deb	5	2433	03:26 PM Oct 16, 2006 by Niles and Deb
	Choosing the wrong tow vehicle. (Preview) http://www.boredland.com/funnyvideos/view.php?id=1177&page=7	RVDude	5	2969	11:42 PM Sep 27, 2006 by Takadare
	New Diesel Standards (Preview) Does anyone have any information concerning the new diesel standards and what they may do to an older engine? Have heard so many different things not sure if there is anything to worry about or not. Thanks for the lesson............... Tom -- Edited by Tom N Gina...	Tom N Gina	4	2386	04:20 AM Sep 14, 2006 by wmalefyt
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