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by cattzap
May 16th, 2019, 12:36 pm
Forum: Modifications (Mods)
Topic: AC Upgrade
Replies: 4
Views: 2042

AC Upgrade

First question, does anyone hang out here and look a the topics? Now my main question, I'm thinking about putting a bigger wall ac into my little Autum Ridge. Is it possible to get a bigger outside cover or possibly a second cover? Maybe move the very small ac that it has up into the front bed area?...
by cattzap
April 22nd, 2019, 2:54 pm
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles
Topic: Use car jack for flat tire?
Replies: 2
Views: 3309

Re: Use car jack for flat tire?

You should see about trying it at home, before there's an issue. Most car jacks will work. The biggest issue is getting them being too tall to get under the axle to lift it when the tire is flat. Also make sure you have a lug wrench for the trailer. Car lug wrenches are usually a different size. Som...
by cattzap
February 25th, 2019, 6:41 pm
Forum: Modifications (Mods)
Topic: Wheel bearing grease
Replies: 1
Views: 1685

Re: Wheel bearing grease

I have used regular wheel bearing grease. I use the kind for disk brakes so it can handle the heat.
by cattzap
February 18th, 2019, 4:48 pm
Forum: Starcraft Autumn Ridge Travel Trailers
Topic: Front window Leak - Starcraft Autum Ridge 286KBS
Replies: 4
Views: 6071

Re: Front window Leak - Starcraft Autum Ridge 286KBS

Never have been a fan of the windows mounted on the front facing the high winds induced by driving. I'd say make sure it's leaking and not just condensation, and if it it, remove it and reseal it. It's not hard to do. Takes tow people. One to push the window out carefully and one to catch. They aren...
by cattzap
February 5th, 2019, 8:09 pm
Forum: Modifications (Mods)
Topic: 50 amp power cord storage
Replies: 6
Views: 2982

Re: 50 amp power cord storage

What service does your rv need? Do you need to carry such a beast? If you have a 30 amp service your not gaining anything from dragging that around.
by cattzap
August 31st, 2018, 1:48 pm
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles
Topic: Adding a hitch to the rear of my trailer
Replies: 14
Views: 10503

Re: Adding a hitch to the rear of my trailer

Towed130 miles with zero problems

Technically, your towing illiegal. The first trailer must be a 5th wheel trailer. I doubt you'll ever get stopped for it or have any issues.
by cattzap
August 23rd, 2018, 7:35 pm
Forum: Starcraft Autumn Ridge Travel Trailers
Topic: BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH
Replies: 3
Views: 25813

Re: BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH

Start at the battery and follow the wires. if there is one, it'll be inline
by cattzap
August 21st, 2018, 3:50 pm
Forum: All Others
Topic: Rooftop ac
Replies: 3
Views: 8841

Re: Rooftop ac

I beleive you can get on top and takw the 4 screws out of the cover and lift it off and access it.
by cattzap
August 20th, 2018, 4:59 pm
Forum: Camping General Discussion
Topic: freshwater tank drain valve
Replies: 6
Views: 6510

Re: freshwater tank drain valve

On my new starcraft, I have found that I have to turn the valve all the way to get the fresh tank to drain. Looks like it has to go more than 90 degrees. Try that.
by cattzap
August 20th, 2018, 4:57 pm
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles
Topic: Problem with Hitch weight, advice appreciated
Replies: 9
Views: 6417

Re: Problem with Hitch weight, advice appreciated

Try driving onto an rv lot with my giant 4x4 diesel dually. Salesman come out like roaches after you.