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It is necessary to lift by the frame when performing certain suspension and driveline repairs like replacing springs, also makes it easier on some vehicles to replace shocks, etc.

wouldn't you just lift by the axles? I rotate my own tires. I don't have a frame lift.

I have not been able to light the pilot cold for a while now. I light the heater, and then the pilot works in conjunction with the thermostat to maintain the h2o temp. I was tinkering with it today, making sure the orifices were clean, etc. I found a pilot adjustment screw and it was adjusted...

Not to pick on you, but just pointing out to everyone that the factory propane furnace is a direct vent unit which means 100% of the combustion gasses are vented to the outside of the camper. I've read on this site where several of you have changed furnaces or installed your own (remodel or...

Very interesting ideas....keep them coming! Instead of the outside access hatches, I assign each of the kids an indoor access door (for tie down access) and that is where they get to keep their "junk" and shoes and stuff while we travel. :unsure: I especially like your rotopak idea....I've...

Are folks tossing that 1/4" thickness out there without measuring/knowing, or is that what you are using for replacement panels? My Grandby panels are definitely 1/8" plywood. I'm about to replace my front lift panels and have been reading threads on the subject, but seems like everyone is...

If I were you, I would be very concerned... and would probably upgrade to a Cummins powered Ram! ;) :D :D

Notice the stepladder. I sure wish my old Grandby had the newer style windows.

I would/did not re-use old washers - the neoprene was weathered. The little dab of original sealant (if any) came right off easily. Original screws were rusting (steel). Aluminum roof (annode) is so large compared to tiny stainless screw (cathode) that I don't loose too much sleep over...

I don't see too many folks replacing screws on their metal roofs (buildings) so I wouldn't worry about lifespan of the screws/washers. I had roof leaks and found a few screw backing out. I ended up replacing every roof screw and side trim screw with #8x3/4 self tapping stainless with a dab of...

I also had a leaking front passenger corner on an unmodified, stock Grandby. So be careful that your problem leak is for sure taken care of. Look for those slots in the underside of the roof frame that drain condensation/leaks/etc. into your roof. You can search for discussions on plugging...

Living in the north, I drain the entire water system in the fall and leave the annode plug out. In the spring I sanitize and charge the system, and it is good for the season. The water heater drain on mine is the annode plug which I wire brush and clean up annually. Maybe you have something...

So....what is the "correct" wire for this application where you have repetitive movement? (Just because someone uses product X at work, doesn't convince me that I should use it for this particular use) Any quality stranded copper wire? Extension cord grade? Polar Wire is good stuff if you...

Like camelracer said, FWCs come with the MARINCO plug and receptacle. I have only 2 wires that run from the truck through the MARINCO plug to the camper. They are positive (fused) and negative from the truck battery to the battery isolator (instead of relays) in the camper. The auxillary...

Yep, the old style spare tire hardware used allthread of sorts, usually a LARGE sort of wingnut that you could access the spare without tools. Maybe carry some WD40 with you, because it will get rusted, and covered in road-grime. A real pain to get a spare tire out that is bolted up underneath...

Nice find mghallen! Looks like you got the extended cabover with all the bells and whistles. It seems simplest to me to mount your spare tire in the factory location under the rear of the bed; maybe get any missing pieces at a junkyard. Cummins_mike: I've thought I'd like a Tire-Gate from...

My '04 Grandby sits outside at temperatures to 50 degrees below zero!!! Some of you may not really understand "FRIGID" cold. ...and I perform winterization in September, not December! I added a valve between my tank and pump so I don't add RV antifreeze into my holding tank. I also added...

James, 2 6V in series give you 12V. 2 12V in parallel give you 12V. Like was said, it's a wash. No one way is better. You can't generally say 2 6V batteries hold more amps. (I assume you mean amp-hour capacity) When shopping for batteries you need to consider the amp-hour ratings and other...

dorocks, you made a statement a few post back that flatbeds and service beds raise the bed height 5" or so. This is true for flatbeds, but NOT for service beds. If you look at the thread I sent you a link on, you will see a FWC on a service bed where the overhead is just above the cab - like...

I think I saw where FWC is now offering optional LED rear flood lights. Can you comment on that, Stan or anyone who has purchased these? Brand, wattage, opinions....

Search this forum, you'll find quite a bit of info. I started this thread about Flatbed/FWC a few years back and enjoyed the responses. For a working truck, I like the flatbed/custom FWC combo idea.

The FWC is a light load for the mighty Cummins. My stock suspension 2500 CTD has hauled my Grandby all over the place from CA to Prudhoe Bay, AK, on/off road with not one issue. Handling is great in all conditions. You will be fine - keep an eye on the attachments at first. Have a good trip...

Back home now after 7500 mile trip. I ended up taking the orifice out and soaking in alcohol per instructions. Also cleaned the slots in the burner with a wire brush. Put everything back together and it only went out once after that. Otherwise fine for the rest of the trip.

I'm trying to search the forums, but not finding what I need yet - thought I'd ask the question here. My refer pilot keeps going out. Was working fine in June, but having trouble keeping it lit now while vacationing. It will light and stay on for a while (not sure just how long yet) but when...

I've got the same alternator and never had a problem in thousands of miles. I've got a 30A fuse. If you use a 50A fuse, you should upgrade the wiring accordingly. Even when my battery was drained (dead) after leaving the fridge on DC (accidently) I fired up and drove down the road with no...