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Re: Extending Stabilizer Reach
While there are good things with these attached pads to help the reach of the stabilizers, it should also be noted that you increase the risk of bending the whole mechanism if you happen to go through the approach apron of some business that is too steep.
I say this because it happened to me recently. I pulled into a coffee shop and was able to enter just fine, but the approach leaving the establishment was much steeper and the result was both of the front stabilizer ended up bent beyond repair and that was without these extension pads. A couple of blocks carried along and placed beneath as you set up may seem inconvenient but has its advantages.
nbrandt
2018 T@B 400 / (soon 2021 T@B 320
2015 Tundra 4.6
2015 Tundra 4.6
Re: Leaking Shower Control Valve 2021 T@B 400
@manyman297
Thanks about the suggestion of checking the bonnet nut. I have not had a chance to dig into it yet, because we're on the road. But that is something I'll definitely look at. I also contacted new camp tech and got a part number for a new control valve if I need one.
In case anyone else needs it, the part number it is:
Hot & cold mixer valve - Part number 68-60-553
Thanks about the suggestion of checking the bonnet nut. I have not had a chance to dig into it yet, because we're on the road. But that is something I'll definitely look at. I also contacted new camp tech and got a part number for a new control valve if I need one.
In case anyone else needs it, the part number it is:
Hot & cold mixer valve - Part number 68-60-553
Re: Camping in triple digits a bad idea?
I agree w @marchule. But I think it’s a bad idea to do anything in 100+ deg heat! Trying to become familiar w a new camper for your first time in extreme heat might just be a lesson in frustration. If something doesn’t work quite right you wouldn’t know if it’s operator error, mechanical issues, or just too hot.
I’d get the trailer home, “camp” in your driveway a few nights under less extreme conditions if you can, and learn the different systems in the trailer.
I’d get the trailer home, “camp” in your driveway a few nights under less extreme conditions if you can, and learn the different systems in the trailer.
Besides, what the heck can you do when it’s 110??
Re: Camping in triple digits a bad idea?
I would tend to agree with marchule. I understand wanting to jump right in and enjoying your new RV but I suggest taking some time to get familiar with things at home first. While you don't have to be a rocket scientist, there are a lot of little things to learn. Rookie mistakes will most likely be made even under low stress conditions at home. Add in trying to get over this learning curve far away from home in less then ideal weather conditions, mistakes and stress are even more likely. Taking just a little time to get over this learning curve at home will only serve to make your first trip away from home that much more enjoyable and rewarding.
Re: Camping in triple digits a bad idea?
IMO, not a good idea. There are so many things to learn and become familiarized that adding extreme weather will just lead to a very frustrating experience. It may be 100 outside, but it'll be 120+ inside. You'll be sitting in your car with your A/C on max waiting for the Tab to cool down.
Re: Camping in triple digits a bad idea?
Ok, thanks, everyone! I have decided I will NOT camp next month in Nevada. It would have been nice to rest in the RV for a day before driving all the way home but I agree it might be too stressful. Instead, I will look into staying in a hotel the night before I pick up the camper, and then heading home as early as possible to beat the heat.
Re: Storage boxes for front platform
I bought mine from here:
https://www.customaluminumboxes.com/
So did several others a few years back.
You should also search your local area for people who make and weld these types of boxes.
https://www.customaluminumboxes.com/
So did several others a few years back.
You should also search your local area for people who make and weld these types of boxes.
Re: Help! 320S Boondock Edge water leak!
Forgot to mention that this is a 2019 320S Boondock Edge!
Re: Help! 320S Boondock Edge water leak!
@AskingForAFriend, I have a 2019 320 S Boondock Lite. To complement the information and photograph provided by @pthomas745, the below photo may help you. It identifies the location of those drains, both above and below the floor.
Based on your description of where the water puddle was located, it would not seem that the source was the Safety/Drain valve (yellow flapper) for the hot water tank, which is the green arrow in your photo. That could open if there was too much pressure, but that can probably be ruled out since you used a pressure regulator when you filled the Alde tank and pressurized the water lines.
However, if you suspect that the Safety/Drain valve drain may be the source of the water you observed on the ground, it is possible that the Safety/Drain valve is defective, or failing, and may need to be replaced. But, before considering that, I would recommend opening and closing the yellow flapper valve a few times, basically to "exercise" it. It could just be that a gasket/seal inside that valve did not seat properly the last time it was opened, thus causing a minor leak. Sometimes, just opening and closing the valve a few times can fix that.
I am assuming that you did not turn on the Alde and heat the water tank. Is that accurate? I ask, because if you heated the water, the Safety/Drain valve may have opened to relieve pressure in the tank. Again, opening and closing the yellow flapper may solve the leak issue.
Based on your description of where the water puddle was located, it would not seem that the source was the Safety/Drain valve (yellow flapper) for the hot water tank, which is the green arrow in your photo. That could open if there was too much pressure, but that can probably be ruled out since you used a pressure regulator when you filled the Alde tank and pressurized the water lines.
However, if you suspect that the Safety/Drain valve drain may be the source of the water you observed on the ground, it is possible that the Safety/Drain valve is defective, or failing, and may need to be replaced. But, before considering that, I would recommend opening and closing the yellow flapper valve a few times, basically to "exercise" it. It could just be that a gasket/seal inside that valve did not seat properly the last time it was opened, thus causing a minor leak. Sometimes, just opening and closing the valve a few times can fix that.
I am assuming that you did not turn on the Alde and heat the water tank. Is that accurate? I ask, because if you heated the water, the Safety/Drain valve may have opened to relieve pressure in the tank. Again, opening and closing the yellow flapper may solve the leak issue.
Re: nucamp360
We could each send them a square bit driver and explain how to use it without stripping heads and overdriving every fastener in the camper.
