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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-07-2014, 08:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,881
Posted By jayteehike
Thanks to so much good input from many of you! ...

Thanks to so much good input from many of you! I've put it in MSWord, will print it out and try what I haven't done already. I did figure somehow to roll forward just a bit to be on the front of...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-06-2014, 08:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,881
Posted By jayteehike
Hi Bob, I just got the Parkliner the end of March...

Hi Bob, I just got the Parkliner the end of March so it hasn't had time to get rusty -- I don't think. And aren't all Parkliner hitches the same? if not i'll try to get a picture and post it...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-06-2014, 08:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,881
Posted By jayteehike
Hitching camper to TV

Are any of you having problems getting the hitch to go over the ball? Sometimes it goes easily, other times not at all until it wants to. This is with the ball directly under the hitch. Last...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-26-2014, 08:03 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
WVU outings Club in the early 70's is where I...

WVU outings Club in the early 70's is where I learned about the Sods, and I still get there at least 2X a year. WV has so many beautiful places to go; backpacking is out now for me, but hiking is...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-26-2014, 07:34 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
This is an interesting thought....could be what...

This is an interesting thought....could be what happened. I'll be checking it occasionally to see what might be happening. Eventually I'll have my garage door raised so it can be inside - and near...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-26-2014, 07:32 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
I had the garage put another battery on the...

I had the garage put another battery on the tongue - the box for the batteries holds them both. That was done a couple of weeks ago; my neighbor came over with his battery tester today and they both...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-24-2014, 08:52 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
How do I tell if there is a bad cell in the...

How do I tell if there is a bad cell in the battery? And now that I do have 2 batteries, do they discharge together so one is not totally dead before the other starts charging?

A solar panel...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-18-2014, 07:53 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
I've never plugged it in. Right now all should...

I've never plugged it in. Right now all should be charged as of last Tuesday. I need to get the battery tester and check to see how much has drained. I'm beginning to think I'll just get a better...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-18-2014, 07:49 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
Gosh Laurel, you are having issues. Hopefully...

Gosh Laurel, you are having issues. Hopefully they can fix all of these. Do you know how to do a private message - I don't? I'd like to chat about how to use the plumbing I do have, maybe we...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-18-2014, 07:38 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
I have been to a local camper dealer north of...

I have been to a local camper dealer north of Frederick who is outrageously expensive and has caused us issues with the pop up we had. This garage is not perfect, but they are so helpful, have a...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-18-2014, 07:35 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
looking at the propane detector it said if it...

looking at the propane detector it said if it blinked green and red it needed to be replaced. Not knowing what else to do I cut it. Now I know it is the battery. At home I am familiar with the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-15-2014, 07:30 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
Wow! So a battery shouldn't be run down more...

Wow! So a battery shouldn't be run down more than 50%! Amazing. I don't have a hot water heater, nor will I be using the water pump - I have a container to fill at the campground to use. My...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-15-2014, 06:33 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
The LP gas detector is the only draw on the...

The LP gas detector is the only draw on the batteries, as per a test at the garage. Last weekend since it was beeping all of the time and I didn't know what else to do I cut the red wire to it and...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-15-2014, 06:25 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
Absolutely I would recommend Beallsville Garage! ...

Absolutely I would recommend Beallsville Garage! A neighbor told me to go there for the Weight Distribution Hitch; then a few friends (a roofer, a landscaper, and several horse friends) said they...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-15-2014, 06:17 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
OK - now I've got it:o and yes, I don't have a...

OK - now I've got it:o and yes, I don't have a television - except to watch movies....
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-15-2014, 06:15 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
Well, I'm not sure I've fixed any problems yet. ...

Well, I'm not sure I've fixed any problems yet. There has been a lot of good input as to how to check the voltage.

One thing Dave, at the garage said, was that to check it the propane tank...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-15-2014, 06:01 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
No, I've only tested the fridge with the propane...

No, I've only tested the fridge with the propane and it did work just fine. In a couple of weeks I'll be out for 4 days and will try the refrig then to really test it. I'm not sure how much propane...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-13-2014, 09:07 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
Thanks to Frank, Deryk, and Bob! It looks like I...

Thanks to Frank, Deryk, and Bob! It looks like I do need to get a volt meter. I don't have a TV at home, so won't be getting one for the camper, and tend to use very little lights. There shouldn't...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-13-2014, 08:52 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
Using the 3M sticky hooks is a good idea, thanks!...

Using the 3M sticky hooks is a good idea, thanks! And just getting mesh bags - or making them - should work fine. I will look at IKEA to see what the tube netting is. it would be nice to have...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-13-2014, 08:43 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
I wanted to let you all know that both Tom and...

I wanted to let you all know that both Tom and Chandler replied to me today via email and a phone call with good information! I am so pleased since they are hard to contact. Jane
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-13-2014, 08:41 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
Thanks Eddie, I'll check IKEA. I see another...

Thanks Eddie, I'll check IKEA. I see another response with other ideas. And I agree, this would not be for storing items during travel. A place for watch, glasses, book, etc for the night.

...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-13-2014, 08:26 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
I'm on the east side of Sugarloaf.

I'm on the east side of Sugarloaf.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 05-12-2014, 09:11 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,862
Posted By jayteehike
Battery Not charging

I picked up my Parkliner a month or so ago, used it the past two weekends without using much electricity, and the battery is dead. does anyone know how the battery charges? while plugged in and you...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-12-2014, 07:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,335
Posted By jayteehike
Oh yes, the tag - as stated above, Chandler had...

Oh yes, the tag - as stated above, Chandler had the tag taped to the inside of the back window. The issue I had was getting tags in MD - they don't like a trailer being purchased from the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 04-12-2014, 07:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,335
Posted By jayteehike
Hi Kevin, Last Saturday I drove my new Parkliner...

Hi Kevin, Last Saturday I drove my new Parkliner home. I love the trailer, it pulled nicely, friends stop by to check it out - all is good....now. It was suppose to be ready on the 29th, I drove...
Forum: General Chat 11-30-2013, 06:40 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 27,556
Posted By jayteehike
Thanks Frank! Jane

Thanks Frank!

Jane
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-30-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,573
Posted By jayteehike
Thanks Deryk and Dave for the input! ...

Thanks Deryk and Dave for the input!

Deryk, since your anti sway bar is around $30, I'll see about getting one too. Did you have issues before you got it? Or is it just precautionary?

...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 11-29-2013, 07:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,573
Posted By jayteehike
Hi Deryk, I know somewhere there is a thread...

Hi Deryk, I know somewhere there is a thread with your info on the Weight Distribution Hitch....but since this is towing I'll ask my question here. What kind of WDH did you get? Do you like it and...
Forum: General Chat 11-29-2013, 06:50 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 27,556
Posted By jayteehike
Hi Frank and Gail, Congrats on getting the...

Hi Frank and Gail, Congrats on getting the Parkliner and getting the issues taken care of! Good to hear that.

Question, when did you order yours? I ordered mine mid August, it was suppose to...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-04-2013, 08:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,259
Posted By jayteehike
Glenn, nice to know so much can be carried on the...

Glenn, nice to know so much can be carried on the RAV4 plus pull a camper without any issues!

Jane
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-04-2013, 05:30 PM
Replies: 466
Views: 61,714
Posted By jayteehike
OOOps this isn't tire rubbing and shouldn't go...

OOOps this isn't tire rubbing and shouldn't go here. Sorry...how do I move it to another place?

Jane

Moderator's note - several of the tangential topics have been moved out of this thread....
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 10-04-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,259
Posted By jayteehike
Hi Deryk, with the weight distribution hitch,...

Hi Deryk, with the weight distribution hitch, did that take care of the swaying as well as the need for air bags? I'm learning so much on this site!

I did ask for 2 propane tanks, but I'm only...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 10-04-2013, 05:19 PM
Replies: 466
Views: 61,714
Posted By jayteehike
I have received email replies from Cameron this...

I have received email replies from Cameron this week. On the tire rubbing, he said they are changing the mold to make room. I didn't think to ask if they were staying with the 13" tire or going...
Forum: General Chat 09-28-2013, 06:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,684
Posted By jayteehike
Hi Carol, I do think 2 tanks would be nice to...

Hi Carol, I do think 2 tanks would be nice to have. They wouldn't be needed on all trips. In our popup we carried a spare under one of the seats, that might work here.
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-16-2013, 08:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,259
Posted By jayteehike
PL and RAV4

Thanks for the welcomes and input! We had a pop up for 3 wonderful years of trips out west and Alaska. That was so much easier to pull - but I'm now ready to get out of my vehicle and into the...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 09-15-2013, 06:46 PM
Replies: 466
Views: 61,714
Posted By jayteehike
I was at Parkliner in August and ordered one. ...

I was at Parkliner in August and ordered one. Since I live on a dirt road the tire rubbing is quite an issue for me, so I asked Cameron what they are doing. They are staying with the 13" tire and...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 09-15-2013, 06:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,259
Posted By jayteehike
Question about RAV4 set up to tow ParkLiner

(Moderator's note: this thread was created from posts split out of the ParkLiner Tire Rub Issues thread.)

I was at Parkliner in August and ordered one. Since I live on a dirt road the tire...
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