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  1. AD

    The Newbie

    So excited to be here. Just purchased a 2021 FR3 30DS from a family member so I know the history of my motorhome. Now comes the learning curve. I'll be traveling the country running my marathons if anyone wants to join me and run 26.2 miles in each state.
  2. 20

    Winterized camper

    I’m knew to the forum and I’m not quite sure if this post is against the rules or anything. This might also be a silly question, but we are new to this! Hello! I’m new here & to rv life. My partner and I just purchased a 2017 Salem a few months ago and just moved in for full time stationary...
  3. IL

    Newbie reports!

    My name is Donald out of Lacey, Washington. Army retiree after 21 yrs of active service. New in RV'ing and new in this community. I had been watching youtube instructional videos 8 hours day since I picked up 2022 Forest River Sunseeker 3250dsle two weeks ago. I still have tons of...
  4. RW

    Tow Caddie

    We just purchased a 2017 BT Cruiser 5291. Looking to tow a 2016 Kia Soul. Cheapest way I see is tow Caddie. Second mobile spot recommendations. Any all advice is appreciated.
  5. MS

    About to be a newbie RV owner traveling with multiple pets

    Hello, My name is Pat and I am in the process of purchasing a used 2014 Forest River Sunseeker 24' Class C RV. I am very excited but a bit nervous as I know nothing about RV's. The private seller has been very helpful and willing to help me with any questions. I will probably have it by the...
  6. MM

    2023 Albuquerque Balloon Festival newbie questions

    I searched the archives and didn't find answers to my questions so here goes. We are attending the festival next week (bucket list trip) in the South Premium lot. We get a TOAD permit along with our Class C. Questions that I can't get answered by the festival organizers... Does the TOAD...
  7. MC

    Michael Christopher

    Hello all. 2023 Grand Design Reflection 150 260RD to be picked up October the 10th. First time Grand design owner and first time fifth wheel owner?. We have been full time for two years in a Winnebago View and now must learn the ways of a fifth wheel. I do have a question after hearing some...
  8. JI

    Newbie questions...Dealers and TTs

    Hey Folks Let me apologize upfront to the moderators if Im not posting in the correct place for my questions As mentioned, very new to the RV world. I have been given some good advice so far, go to shows(going in Jan), go to dealers(been to 1 so far), rent 1st to see if this is the kind of...
  9. Carbert

    Camper Newbie

    Howdy Happy Campers! New owner of a Used/Like New 2021 Prime Time Avenger. Never have owned a camper before. Be gentle with me. 👍 The owner we bought from could not find the thumb drive with all of his manuals. We are flyin blind other than downloads and what we have read online after getting it...
  10. RO

    Newbie section/dumb question section

    Is there a specific area to post dumb newbie questions? I know most newbie questions are just uninformed, but I’m convinced that I have plenty of questions that are just dumb. I’d like to post them in an area that wouldn’t be too annoying. Thanks. [emoji23]
  11. VG

    New member first long range several month trip

    This forum has been very helpful and i appreciate all the great posts and knowledge found here. My husband Mike & I (Vicki) are getting ready for our first retirement trip. we have taken our Imagine 2600RB as far as Asheville from Michigan for a weeks long vacation but are embarking on our...
  12. JI

    Newbie here

    Hey folks We are new to the RV world and hoping to learn from you folks, and find new friends along the way. We are in the beginning stages of possibly buying a TT. We are staying at Ft Wilderness at Disneyworld in Apr 2024 for a few nights with a rental to get our feet wet and see if it fits...
  13. LL

    Initial settings on B&W Companion hitch 3600 on OEM 2023 RAM 3500?

    RV newb here. I just self-installed a B&W Companion OEM 3600 on my RAM 3500 towing package, and it slipped into place in the pucks with minimal adjustment. I set the forward-backward placement just forward of the rear axle (since a separate sheet on the 3500 recommended that camper shell's...
  14. JI

    T12RB newbie

    T12RB 2017 newbie Hi all, new to anything but a tent and just got this great little rig. Can anyone tell me what this is (pic attached). Seems too flimsy to hang anything from but I think factory installed. Also some metal grommets around it that don't make sense. Maybe I'm missing...
  15. TD

    Newbie

    Howdy everyone. I’m relatively new at this whole RV lifestyle but so far, loving it. Currently in Colorado Springs, CO
  16. FI

    Hello - Newbie from Florida

    Just bought my first camper. New to me 2017 Coachman Clipper 17BH. Need to clean and make a few repairs and I'm itching to get out there for my first weekend!
  17. TH

    Please help!

    We just got a 2007 TowLite 24 ft. What type of hydraulic fluid do we use?? Thank you so much! :D
  18. EL

    Newbie

    Hello just join the forum to Learn from experience and advices got new rpod 2021 my first one to pull with my Jeep. Been in Offroad club for a minute.
  19. Meaile

    Newbie question

    I have to apologize for my ignorance.i just purchased a 2017 Flagstaff Classic Super Lite 5th wheeln. I haven't been out to see it in person. I'd like to upgrade the stairs but I'm not sure about the distance from ground level to the bottom of the door. Most of the stairs I've seen online are...
  20. GR

    Newbie

    Hello. Just purchased a 2011 Rockwood Freedom 2318G.
  21. VanV

    RV & Forum Newbies

    Well... We did something I never thought we would do. Yup, bought an RV. Talked about if for years, and finally pulled the trigger. Not sure what we've gotten ourselves into, but looking forward to hitting the road and seeing our beautiful country. Just learned about this forum. We have a...
  22. BR

    Newbie Water Heater Questions

    Hi, Just bought my first trailer, a 2018 Forest River Salem 27RKSS. The documentation is a little sparse and the previous owner could not answer these water heater related questions. 1.Where is the water heater bypass valve? I've looked everywhere and cannot find it. 2.If there is a heater...
  23. IR

    NEWBIE !

    Hi folks, as the header states I am a newbie and in the process of purchasing my first camper. (2023 salem bhsk) I have a Scooby mystery that I am hoping someone on here can help solve . ( I have reached out to a salem associate also I haven't talked to them yet.) OK so here's the back story . I...
  24. MI

    Newbies: Mike and Joyce in Montreal

    Hello all, We are long time campers from tent, tent trailer, hybrid to finally our new 29VBUD. We love it. I'm new to forum etiquette, but if I may ask a technical question which has been bothering me: Our rig is pre-wired for a King Wi-fi booster. I couldn't find it anywhere. Our technician...
  25. LE

    Newbie

    Hello, my name is Leslie and my husband and I just purchased a Shasta 20RB. We live in CO and look forward to spending time all over the state in our new RV!

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