5th wheel

  1. CC

    Grumpy rant about 120v wiring in my Rockwood 5th Wheel

    This weekend I did a bit of investigation into just how my Rockwood Ultra Light 2891BH has the 120V electricity distributed throughout the trailer. We occasionally have issues popping the circuit breaker when we decide to cook meals using (apparently too many) electrical cooking devices. I...
  2. AL

    Squeaky 5th wheel steps inside

    Hey folks, We are just enjoying our first trip with our Cougar Halbton 29MBS but realized that the two steps into the bedroom area are super squeaky. We are both rather lightweight so quite surprised. Is there anything we can do about it?
  3. Gr8bawana

    First 5th wheel

    Hello to all. This is our first 5th wheel but we have owned travel trailers since the mid 80's. We got a great deal on a "used" 2021 Keystone Cougar 368MBI. I say used but we bought it in Oct. of 2021 and looks like new. Looking forward to lots of camping in the near future in this most...
  4. JK

    5th Wheel Hitch

    Recently purchased a Columbus Compass 297RKC. I'm trying to figure out if I need a slider or not. I have a 2021 Chevy 3500 HD with the standard box (6 3/4). I have talked to dealers and manufacturers. Getting different answers. Some say I need the slider due to not having the 8' box. Others are...
  5. MA

    New to forum, new 5th wheel

    We're picking up our 2022 Cougar 30RLS tomorrow, looking forward to it. We've had a Lance camper for the last 20 years and have used it quite a bit, actually living in it for 9+ months right after we bought it as we built a house. The thing we longed for was more room, and some actual...
  6. KI

    Wifi Options for out 5th wheel?

    Hi Everyone! I would like to know if anyone uses any wifi extenders to get a better signal from a wifi hot spot or free wifi that most rv parks or campgrounds have? We have Roku TV & a laptop computer that we will like to be able to use when camping or staying in an RV park. Don't want to...
  7. Jim S JR

    Landing gear on my 5th wheel shearing bolts

    Hello All. The latest episode of, "How quality sucks[emoji849]". This is the second time this has happened. I have a 2020 Rockwood 5vr Ultra light 29 foot 5th wheel. When I went to drop the front end of my 5th wheel at my camping site only one side would retract. The bolt on my landing...
  8. SA

    Cargo trays for 5th wheels

    Hi all Was wondering if anyone out their knows if their is another company that makes cargo trays that slide out like the Morryde cargo tray systems. Would like to see if their is a more economical option. Thanks
  9. MA

    Hello First Post - Waiting on my 5th Wheel

    I just purchased a 2018 Cougar 25RES, which is an upgrade from my Jayco 2020 183RB, which I had to completely revamp to fix all the crazy problems that came from the factory (breakers put in backwards, burned out DC Controller, entire carriage coming off the frame, on and on and on). I haven't...
  10. RI

    Some electrical part stolen. 2021 Arctic wolf 5th wheel

    Ok so I need to pick some of your brains. I just purchased this 2021 Cherokee Arctic Wolf 5th wheel . I purchased it used from an auction as a theft recovery. I can only get power from 12v and when I plug into shore power nothing at all works. I noticed that something has been cut and is missing...
  11. PI

    New to Jayco, toilet so close to wall

    Hello, My name is Andy and we are close to making a deal on a 2022 Pinnacle 32RLTS. We have had two previous toy haulers. The toys are gone and we are ready for a 5th wheel with some extra comfort. We have researched the Solitude 310GK,Alliance RV Paradigm 310R, and Pinnacle 32RLTS. The Wife...
  12. 19

    Half power in 2012 keystone montana 5th wheel

    I have lost power to my tv outlets, one bedroom outlet, the ceiling fan, and the refrigerator. All other outlets are working. I have no blown fuses and have reset the one gfi i could find, in the bathroom. I have searched all over and found no other gfi outlets. Im on 50amp, plugged in. One...
  13. RE

    Retreads on my 5th wheel

    I am new to the forum. I bought a brand new 2017 Cedar Creek Hathaway 5th wheel from a dealer in Hamilton,OH in the summer of 2017. After a trip to FL in 2021, I was returning to GA in Jan of 2022. I had what I thought was a blow out, but to my surprise I had retreads on my 5th wheel and had...
  14. JO

    Seeking to buy a Grand Design Reflection 30BH 5th wheel.

    Seeking to buy a Grand Design Reflection 30BH 5th wheel. I am located in Arizona, but I am willing to travel for a clean 5th wheel. Used 2015 to 2020. Thanks! joeyaloisio724@gmail.com
  15. ME

    Final Word on Nose High 5th Wheel Towing

    On the verge of going blind sorting through and reading all that I can find concerning "nose high towing" of 5th wheel trailers. Had to replace tow vehicle and now find that our 2011 Laredo 321BH sits just a hair under 4" nose high with all pinbox and hitch adjustments to correct problem at...
  16. VO

    2021 2500HD: Gooseneck vs 5th Wheel Weight Rating

    Hi all, Looking at buying my first 5th-wheel and would appreciate the group's help. My truck's door sticker has a Max Tongue Weight for Conventional Trailer and one for Gooseneck Trailer. The latter is a few hundred pounds less than the Max Payload. Does the Gooseneck rating include/imply...
  17. BU

    Washer/dryer shake in 5th wheel

    Any tips on lessening the shakes caused by the washing machine when it goes into spin mode? Have installed 7/8” rubber pads under the washer feet, however that didn’t seem to help much. A level says it is level. Thanks
  18. JA

    Powering 50 Amp 5th Wheel Wheel With 30 Amp 240 Circuit

    Bought an adapter off Amazon to temporarily supply power to my Forrest River Sierra. Wasn't getting power to any of my outlets. Voltage checked cord all the way to the connection at the trailer and was getting 240v pole to pole. An hour later a I heard a high pitch sound and then smoke...
  19. Vpierce

    Rockwood 2442BS 5th wheel

    Does anyone own the Rockwood 2442 BS 5th wheel? What are the pros and cons of this unit? Thank you!
  20. GA

    5th wheel furnace

    We have a Keystone Montana Legacy 5th wheel, 2016. Whenever I turn on the furnace (which works OK) cold air begins to flow from the ceiling vents which are supposed to be for the A/C. How do I fix this? We are new Keystone owners and I could not find any help on their webpage. Thanks, Gale
  21. TS

    Forest River 5th Wheel Feedback

    Hello. I am brand new to this forum and am looking for some feedback re: FR 1/2 ton towable 5th wheels. I will be towing with a 3/4T truck, but want to keep the trailer size down to 30' or less. I found a used FR Flagstaff for sale and am looking for feedback from owners re: overall quality...
  22. Chris61-FRF

    Solar Panel Mount on Rockwood Ultralite 5th Wheeler

    I am about to mount an extra 800w (4 x 200w) of solar on the roof of my Rockwood 2622RK 5h wheeler, It came with one 190w solar panel and this is just enough to run my 12v Magic Chef Refrigerator. Panels are 670mm x 1500mm and I am planning to use 60mmx 60mm aluminium angle brackets around 500mm...
  23. TO

    2018 forest river 5th wheel 50 amp issue

    I wanted to share this info but I am terrible at navigating this website I hope this is were I do this We had issues with the 50amp service just going off at weird times. I bought a surge protector and plugged it in at the pole even though I have one in the RV. When the service went off again...
  24. RickV

    Alpine 5th Wheel with Fron Window

    Question for anyone that has a Alpine 5er with a front window. The DW just asked me if there should be a valence over the shade for the front window. She said it looks like it should have one. So my question is does yours? She has a point it looks unfinished.
  25. doc73

    Recall on impression 5th wheels

    Sorry,don't have our own sub group.. but got a recall from fr today. Recall for the marker lights on my 2021 315mb.... Rear center ID lamps are not in line with each other.

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