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Forum: Plumbing, Water and Propane Systems 07-13-2023, 02:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 730
Posted By Snowman53
I vote for rhe winterizing kit. Symptoms are...

I vote for rhe winterizing kit. Symptoms are familiar. Many years ago (like 30-ish) the hand pump failed on my first RV, a Coleman Sun Valley pop up. Determined that an electric pump would cost about...
Forum: Fifth Wheel 07-13-2023, 02:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,009
Posted By Snowman53
Water leaks are never fun. Mine was caused by a...

Water leaks are never fun. Mine was caused by a critter chewing a hole in the fresh water inlet pipe. The shop fixed it pretty easily, thankfully. No problems since. Critters are out there. Good...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 10-25-2022, 03:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,724
Posted By Snowman53
Great thread. Have a 2018 213RBSL that I bought...

Great thread. Have a 2018 213RBSL that I bought new. Only issue is mice in the A/C ducts, and that is a mice issue not a trailer issue. Hopefully resolved for the second time. Love the big outdoor...
Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 04-03-2022, 07:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,643
Posted By Snowman53
Thanks. Good suggestion. My further research...

Thanks. Good suggestion. My further research suggests that the tracks in a Norco Accu Slide unit are nylon and self-lubricating. In addition to lubing the cables as you have suggested, I will pull...
Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 04-02-2022, 07:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,643
Posted By Snowman53
Lube Slide Out?

Any suggestions on how to lubricate the slide on my 2018 Aerolite 213RBSL? It is an electric slide for the dinette. I had it in for service on another matter and the tech indicated that it needed...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 12-11-2021, 09:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,763
Posted By Snowman53
We live out in the country and store our Aerolite...

We live out in the country and store our Aerolite alongside our driveway near our shop. I built a level parking stand, have a dedicated 30 amp plug on the shop wall, and mice in the trailer....
Forum: New Member Introductions 12-04-2021, 09:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,026
Posted By Snowman53
Don't forget to bring your tools including a...

Don't forget to bring your tools including a cordless drill, bits, and some fasteners along on your shakedown run. My experience in two TTs is they are sort of kits waiting for final assembly. The...
Forum: Travel Trailer 10-31-2021, 03:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,151
Posted By Snowman53
Since new my Aerolite has had a wire dangling...

Since new my Aerolite has had a wire dangling near the battery connections. It was never connected and and still is not. It is too short to reach the battery connectors so I left it disconnected. ...
Forum: Travel Trailer 10-31-2021, 03:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,141
Posted By Snowman53
I concur with your comment on maintenance. Never...

I concur with your comment on maintenance. Never ending. If I didn't like tinkering with my rig, the fun would be gone quickly. Is the belly on your rig sealed? If you can see the tanks, perhaps...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 10-31-2021, 02:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,666
Posted By Snowman53
I have had exactly those symptoms when my battery...

I have had exactly those symptoms when my battery failed on a couple of occasions. Worked fine plugged in, or attached to the TV, but nothing when unplugged. If you have verified that there is no...
Forum: Ultra-Lite 08-20-2021, 02:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,269
Posted By Snowman53
We have a 2018 Aerolite 213RBSL that we bought...

We have a 2018 Aerolite 213RBSL that we bought new, and also like the floorplan and the big and very useful outside kitchen. I see your point on the toilet. As was mentioned, not sure how feasible...
Forum: Modifications and Upgrades 08-11-2021, 11:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,131
Posted By Snowman53
Really nice upgrade! We also have about 8 - 9"...

Really nice upgrade! We also have about 8 - 9" of dead space between the curved shower and the vanity. Maybe some space to better utilize. Great ideas.
Forum: Travel Trailer 07-01-2021, 05:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,636
Posted By Snowman53
Frustrating experience for a brand new camper. ...

Frustrating experience for a brand new camper. My Aerolite is "solar prepped" and has the "winter package", neither of which are readily verifiable or even necessary. My china-bomb tires were...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 04-08-2021, 12:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,237
Posted By Snowman53
I agree 100% with your last paragraph, dsol. ...

I agree 100% with your last paragraph, dsol. Scary! Maybe I was lucky, or maybe by starting with a folding trailer behind an Astro Van was a good training program. I could roll out at 62 MPH in...
Forum: General RV Related Discussions 04-08-2021, 12:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,237
Posted By Snowman53
I towed my first TT with a dry weight of 4,500...

I towed my first TT with a dry weight of 4,500 lbs. literally all over the country with a half ton Suburban. The Suburban had over 150k miles on it with the original drivetrain. No issues, but when...
Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 03-11-2021, 12:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,398
Posted By Snowman53
Good approach. I have had Goodyear Endurance on...

Good approach. I have had Goodyear Endurance on two TTs and enjoy peace of mind. TPMS seems like a good idea. We have factory TPMS on our cars (Honda Odyssey and Escalade) but not on the Aerolite...
Forum: Towing Talk 01-28-2021, 01:04 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,185
Posted By Snowman53
Looks like you made a good choice. I had an F250...

Looks like you made a good choice. I had an F250 many moons ago, and the thinking at that time is that 3/4 ton pickups have heavier duty just about everything for not much more money. I presently...
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-26-2020, 01:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,293
Posted By Snowman53
Wow, what a mess. Not fun. I have had no leak...

Wow, what a mess. Not fun. I have had no leak issues with my two TTs, thankfully. Critters on the other hand, have been a problem. Brand new Aerolite had critters ruin the A/C ductwork in the...
Forum: Travel Trailer 10-21-2020, 09:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,047
Posted By Snowman53
Affirmative on propane and 12 volt for the...

Affirmative on propane and 12 volt for the furnace. This fall I started using an inexpensive space heater in my Aerolite. Really works well! I use the propane furnace to warm the trailer and then...
Forum: Toy Hauler 10-21-2020, 09:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,393
Posted By Snowman53
I have had black tank flush connections on both...

I have had black tank flush connections on both my 2011 Surveyor and my 2018 Aerolite. On the Surveyor I attempted to get accurate level readings using the tank flush connection and by dragging a...
Forum: Toy Hauler 10-14-2020, 12:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,322
Posted By Snowman53
My Aerolite has two grey tanks. I wondered at...

My Aerolite has two grey tanks. I wondered at first too, but the clincher is there are two sewer dump locations. One for black and the bathroom grey tank and a second one for the galley grey tank. ...
Forum: Travel Trailer 09-30-2020, 11:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,565
Posted By Snowman53
My 2018 Aerolite has a table with two posts. I...

My 2018 Aerolite has a table with two posts. I leave the table up and have had no issues during travel. I feel that the table is safest installed on the posts rather than stowed elsewhere. As far...
Forum: Travel Trailer 09-30-2020, 11:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,307
Posted By Snowman53
Could there be a hidden disconnect switch? I...

Could there be a hidden disconnect switch? I have been surprised by no 12v operation on my 2018 Aerolite only to discover my not-hidden disconnect (it is on the inside frame rail behind the propane...
Forum: Travel Trailer 09-14-2020, 02:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,808
Posted By Snowman53
It looks a little high to me as well, but not by...

It looks a little high to me as well, but not by a lot. How does it pull? Can you get the trunnion bars in without too much trouble (I also have an e2). I had my service guy set up my e2 when I...
Forum: Chassis and Running Gear 09-14-2020, 02:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,366
Posted By Snowman53
Thank you for your service. I know many law...

Thank you for your service. I know many law enforcement officers and have a great deal of respect. In my view the mission of protect and serve is the top priority and as a citizen I am grateful.
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