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Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-12-2007, 05:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 21,991
Posted By jasoncarder
There are a couple of other places to check for a...

There are a couple of other places to check for a VIN, although neither is permanent. One is behind the cupboard door under the sink. There should be a page attached to the back of the door that...
Forum: General Chat 06-20-2007, 10:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,886
Posted By jasoncarder
Actually, they're up here in NE TN (Johnson City,...

Actually, they're up here in NE TN (Johnson City, to be exact).
Forum: General Chat 03-14-2007, 03:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,300
Posted By jasoncarder
I've used K&N filters in our vehicles for several...

I've used K&N filters in our vehicles for several years, and although they haven't provided a noticable improvement in gas mileage or performance, I figure they're still a worthwhile investment. ...
Forum: General Chat 03-09-2007, 08:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 38,086
Posted By jasoncarder
See this link: R-Vision towables...

See this link:

R-Vision towables (https://www.trail-lite.com/towable-recreational-vehicles.asp)

The Trail Lites are manufactured by R-Vision, and they are indeed stick-built trailers. FWIW, the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 02-28-2007, 11:41 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,173
Posted By jasoncarder
I had a similar situation with our UHaul 13'. ...

I had a similar situation with our UHaul 13'. When we first got it, I had a 4-cylinder S10 (I've since upgraded to a 1/2 ton GMC pickup). It pulled adequately, but our driveway is pretty steep and...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 01-15-2007, 04:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,050
Posted By jasoncarder
Bob, I'm in total agreement about...

Bob, I'm in total agreement about Gatlinburg/Sevierville/Pigeon Forge. I avoid them if at all possible. I can remember when the area wasn't a tourist trap and didn't look like Vegas. Those days...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 01-15-2007, 03:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,050
Posted By jasoncarder
Depends on what you are looking for. In...

Depends on what you are looking for. In Gatlinburg, most people around here swear by Jellystone (https://www.greatsmokyjellystone.com/) or Smoky Bear (https://www.smokybearcampground.com/). I've...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 12-20-2006, 02:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,109
Posted By jasoncarder
There may not be a problem with your breaker. ...

There may not be a problem with your breaker. Your picture shows a 15 amp breaker. At 120 VAC, that translates to 1800 watts. Before you buy a new breaker, check the wattage on your toaster oven. ...
Forum: General Chat 12-18-2006, 07:53 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,528
Posted By jasoncarder
The solar charge controller is attached to the...

The solar charge controller is attached to the converter, in the storage area behind the furnace. Use a voltmeter when the sun is shining to determine if there is a current. I would be surprised if...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 11-13-2006, 02:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,958
Posted By jasoncarder
I also replaced the swamp cooler on our UHaul...

I also replaced the swamp cooler on our UHaul (before we sold it) with a Fantastic fan. I believe 1.25" is about the correct dimension (two layers of fiberglass, 3/4" plywood, and the carpet) for...
Forum: Classified Archives 09-19-2006, 06:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,429
Posted By jasoncarder
Sold today. Thanks to everyone for their...

Sold today. Thanks to everyone for their interest.
Forum: Classified Archives 09-11-2006, 09:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,429
Posted By jasoncarder
No, I have never weighed the camper, but based on...

No, I have never weighed the camper, but based on other people's experiences, I think 1200 lbs is a pretty good estimate.
Forum: Classified Archives 09-11-2006, 02:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,429
Posted By jasoncarder
Email jacarder(at)matternandcraig.com for more...

Email jacarder(at)matternandcraig.com for more information.
Forum: Classified Archives 09-11-2006, 02:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,429
Posted By jasoncarder
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More pictures...


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Forum: Classified Archives 09-11-2006, 02:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,429
Posted By jasoncarder
1987 UHaul CT-13. 13’ length, approx. 1200 lb...

1987 UHaul CT-13. 13’ length, approx. 1200 lb weight. Paint is approximately 3 years old (nice & shiny, looks new). I have all original equipment except curtains (including ice box, swamp cooler,...
Forum: Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers 08-24-2006, 10:38 AM
Replies: 395
Views: 81,607
Posted By jasoncarder
If you look at the Ebay ad that Byron posted, I...

If you look at the Ebay ad that Byron posted, I like the addition of the following line at the end of the text part of the ad:

"I do not answer to emails on Sundays, Sunday is my day for church...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-10-2006, 05:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,746
Posted By jasoncarder
Brian, after I read your post, I realized my...

Brian, after I read your post, I realized my first post was in error. My recommendation, Lance, is to fix the wiring at the harness (and replace the harness, if needed, to match your tow vehicle's)....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 08-10-2006, 06:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,746
Posted By jasoncarder
What kind of wiring harness is on it? I believe...

What kind of wiring harness is on it? I believe the stock UHaul plug was a 6-way round connector with separate wires for the brake and turn signals. After purchasing mine, I replaced the 6-way...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-09-2006, 06:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,676
Posted By jasoncarder
That's one of the reasons I replaced mine with a...

That's one of the reasons I replaced mine with a Fantastic fan. The Fantastic fan is not only less noisy, it also moves more air. Good investment.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-08-2006, 11:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,676
Posted By jasoncarder
Well said, Jack. In some circles, there may be...

Well said, Jack. In some circles, there may be some value as a collector's item, but for most people, it's about the comfort factor. I've posted some of my mods before, but in summary, I've...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-02-2006, 09:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,610
Posted By jasoncarder
Looks similar to the jacks I added to the back of...

Looks similar to the jacks I added to the back of the UHaul. I mounted mine through the bumper, into the plates connecting the frame to the bumper, thus transferring the load to the frame. It...
Forum: General Chat 07-31-2006, 03:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,288
Posted By jasoncarder
Benny, I average 16-17 mpg towing. I agree that...

Benny, I average 16-17 mpg towing. I agree that using the tow mode with a 13' is probably not necessary, but since my gas mileage doesn't decrease with it off, I would rather have the peace of mind...
Forum: General Chat 07-31-2006, 02:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,288
Posted By jasoncarder
I'm sure others will chime in here, but I would...

I'm sure others will chime in here, but I would not recommend towing in overdrive, especially not with a V6. My truck has the GM "tow" mode (which keeps it out of overdrive), and I tow our 13' in...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-28-2006, 10:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,701
Posted By jasoncarder
So the big question is, how much has the handling...

So the big question is, how much has the handling improved since adding the shocks?
Forum: General Chat 07-28-2006, 08:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,009
Posted By jasoncarder
College football, now you're speakin' my...

College football, now you're speakin' my language! SEC football in the fall is unrivaled, especially (IMHO) at Neyland Stadium. Sitting in the middle of 100,000 fans singing "Rocky Top" in unison...
Forum: General Chat 07-28-2006, 08:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,203
Posted By jasoncarder
That reminds me of an encounter we had last year....

That reminds me of an encounter we had last year. The site next to us was occupied by a man with his two young sons that were staying in a tent. Around dusk the second night we were there, a truck...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-26-2006, 07:16 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,857
Posted By jasoncarder
My experience is similar to Dan's. I began...

My experience is similar to Dan's. I began shopping for a truck to replace my old S-10 about a year ago. I looked at the Colorado/Canyon, but found that by the time you upgrade to the I-5 engine...
Forum: General Chat 05-24-2006, 08:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,201
Posted By jasoncarder
I have mine insured with my auto insurance. As...

I have mine insured with my auto insurance. As luck would have it, I just happened to be paying the premium today, so I've listed the details below. Granted, this is based on the value of a nearly...
Forum: General Chat 05-22-2006, 08:05 AM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 609,394
Posted By jasoncarder
Here is a picture of our camper (1987 UHaul...

Here is a picture of our camper (1987 UHaul CT-13) and truck (2004 GMC Sierra 1500) at one of the overlooks on I-26 at Sam's Gap (TN-NC state line), on our way down to the North GA rally on May 19.
...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 05-12-2006, 01:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,953
Posted By jasoncarder
I posted my exterior storage solution a while...

I posted my exterior storage solution a while back under the following post:

Bumper mods (https://www.fiberglassrv.com/board/index.php?showtopic=19306)

I built it using a sheet of 22-gauge sheet...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 05-01-2006, 07:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,556
Posted By jasoncarder
Matt, Beautiful shot of the falls! I'll be...

Matt,

Beautiful shot of the falls! I'll be staying there later in the summer.

Being in Athens, you're very close to another (AL) state park with an impressive waterfall, DeSoto Falls in Fort...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-24-2006, 03:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,367
Posted By jasoncarder
That's funny, my wife and I have had this debate...

That's funny, my wife and I have had this debate before. She was adamant against me using any detergent on her cast-iron cookware. However, after a discussion with my grandmother (who, IMHO, is the...
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 04-22-2006, 04:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,860
Posted By jasoncarder
We will be in Site 47; 2 adults, 1 50-lb lap dog....

We will be in Site 47; 2 adults, 1 50-lb lap dog.

My in-laws will be in Site 48, with 2 adults and a dog.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-19-2006, 06:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,777
Posted By jasoncarder
Brian, Good point. For what it's worth,...

Brian,

Good point. For what it's worth, mine are rated for 1000# each.
Forum: Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers 04-18-2006, 01:25 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 21,001
Posted By jasoncarder
Tom, I haven't investigated for myself, but...

Tom,

I haven't investigated for myself, but from what I understand, UHaul uses their own lug pattern, so you may have a hard time finding one. I suppose it's possible you could ask your local...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-17-2006, 06:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,777
Posted By jasoncarder
I'm not sure if Lowe's has them on the web or...

I'm not sure if Lowe's has them on the web or not, but in the store, they are located with the rest of the towing accessories.

I remember the local Wal-Mart carried a similar item a while back,...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-14-2006, 02:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,777
Posted By jasoncarder
Jack, I haven't measured the tongue weight to be...

Jack, I haven't measured the tongue weight to be able to give you a definitive answer, but it hasn't affected it enough to be noticed. The spare tire is the heaviest item I keep in the box, so I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 04-13-2006, 05:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,777
Posted By jasoncarder
My 2 favorite mods so far have been the ones to...

My 2 favorite mods so far have been the ones to the rear bumper. The first is the addition of a storage box. My father-in-law and I built a storage box out of 22-gauge sheet metal. I painted it...
Forum: General Chat 04-10-2006, 07:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,467
Posted By jasoncarder
Mike, I had the same problem trying to...

Mike,

I had the same problem trying to register my UHaul in Tennessee. I don't know what the laws are in WA, but I had to jump through several hoops. Fortunately, UHaul placed the VIN in several...
Forum: General Chat 03-28-2006, 08:18 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 17,177
Posted By jasoncarder
Here's our baby, Rosie. She's a 50-lb lap dog...

Here's our baby, Rosie. She's a 50-lb lap dog who loves camping.


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And another picture from our trip this weekend:


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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-22-2006, 08:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,903
Posted By jasoncarder
I've been lurking on this site for a while now,...

I've been lurking on this site for a while now, but just joined a couple of weeks ago. Kudos to the moderators for a very informative site! My wife and I just bought an '87 UHaul, and I've been in...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-22-2006, 01:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,549
Posted By jasoncarder
My in-laws have a Scamp 13', and I'm pretty sure...

My in-laws have a Scamp 13', and I'm pretty sure that the front bunk setup in the Scamps is identical to mine (i.e. the hinge attached to the front, the poles that fold down and rest in the detents...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-22-2006, 09:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,549
Posted By jasoncarder
As a newbie to the site, I figure it's time for...

As a newbie to the site, I figure it's time for me to throw in my 2 cents. I am in the process of adding a front dinette to the front of my '87 UHaul 13 footer. Attached are two pictures:


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