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I tried to attach this but it was not an acceptable file. I laminate this and leave a copy in the TT, it's very helpful when you have somebody that can do the inside while you're reconnecting the TV.
Departure Breaking Camp
BATHROOM
Shower/Tub Water Off, Shelf and Hanging Basket items and Curtain Secured
Shower Head removed from Hanger-Lay in Tub
Toilet Seat and Lid Down
Medicine Cabinet Secured
Below Sink Secured
Lights Off
BUNKHOUSE
Bunks Secured Windows Closed
Lower Bunk Locked upright
Lights Off
Ladder Secured & Stowed
GALLEY/DINING
Media System Off/Remotes Stowed (lower right storage)
TV Secured with Straps (4 Way), Bubble wrap around latch
Cabinet Above Entertainment Center Secured
Storage Below Secured with Strap
Folding Sofa Secured
Dinette Table Cleared/Secure
Under Dinette Bench Storage Secured
Counter Clear
Pantry/Cabinets/Cupboards/Overhead Compartments Secured and Latched
Windows Closed
Remove Trash Liner, Stow Trashcan under Dinette Table
Slide Room Lights Off
FRONT BEDROOM
Overhead Cabinets Secured
Wardrobes Secured
Windows Closed
TV Secured/Remote Stowed
Antenna Power Off
Sliding Pocket Door Secured Open and Latched
Lights Off
COMMAND CONSOLE
HVAC Off
Water Heater Off
Fresh Water Pump Off
Slide Out Retracted
Awning Retracted
Ceiling Lights Off
Porch Lights Off
Step Lights Off
OUTSIDE
Remove Thermometer from Galley Window, lay flat on inside counter
Steps, Retract Levelers (if necessary) and Fold
Close and Secure Range Vent
Outdoor Refrigerator and Grill Secured, Disconnect LP line
Clean Rear Steps, Retract Levelers (if necessary) and Fold
Front and Rear Entry Doors Locked
Outside Furniture in Curb Side Front Storage
DISCONNECT UTILITIES
Electric – Cord in Rear Bicycle/Bunk Door
Empty Black Tanks / Empty Gray Tanks / Flush Tanks
Drain Onboard Fresh Tank Street Side
Water – Hose in Cake Box in Front Street Side Compartment
Open Low Point Drains (optional) Curb Side Fore Axle
Drain Hot Water Tank (optional)
Sewer Hose(s) - Rear Bike/Bunk Compartment
Extra Sewer Hose in Rear Bumper
Bicycle Rack Secured
Turn Off Propane Tanks
CONNECT TOW VEHICLE
Retract Leveling Jacks (Four Corners) Auto Level System
I have found that I make mistakes when a non-family member interrupts my setup and tear down process. I have a certain sequence I do things and like you can see in the pictures on my previous post, each site is different. Sometimes you need to concentrate on how you are going to level and secure the rig, outside interruptions do not help.
Getting my Jayco prep'd for our annual family reunion campout. This year, it will be held at Bear Lake, Idaho/Utah. We have a group site reserved up in the mountains and away from all the people. Its a primitive site with only a restroom, but it is right next to a decent stream. I plan to put my water purification system to the test for our group of 3 families. It'll be a mix of camp trailers and a handful of tents. I have the only trailer with a shower, so it'll get used many times each day. My purification system is powered by a Prius water pump, a LI-ION 12v battery pack, 100ft of food-grade silicone tubing, and a series of pre-filters, main 0.2 micron filter, and a charcoal filter for taste/odor.
Also installed a new 200w BT radio, outside speakers, and 10in 500w subwoofer for my outdoor movie projector. Its a simple HD projector that snaps onto the back of my phone (Moto Z) and can shoot up to a 13ft image. I needed to order a new pop-up canopy, so I made sure to order a 10x15ft model with a single sidewall that will act as our projector screen. Should be a blast!
Lastly, I wanted to bring along our new-to-us ski boat. It's nothing fancy, but should get the job done. Its a 1981 Sun Ray, 19ft open-bow with a 170hp GM 3.8L and a wake tower. Been working on it for the last 2mos. I've installed a stereo, replaced the 50a glass fuses with circuit breakers, rebuilt the seats, and rewired the tilt/trim switches. I still gotta do a tune up (points, timing, etc), but in order for us to take it, I had to do a major overhaul to the rear bumper of my Jayco. First, I relocated the spare from the bumper to the tongue. Then, I cut off the bumper and welded up a section of 4x4 sq tubing that was twice as thick. Cross braces were installed to tie the bumper to the 2x4 boxed steel frame. Also installed a wiring harness off the main pigtail so that whatever is being pulled behind the Jayco (boats, utility trailer) would have functioning lights. This will be my first venture double-towing, so I'm gonna take it slow and steady. I've already up'd the insurances on everything just in case.....
Getting my Jayco prep'd for our annual family reunion campout. This year, it will be held at Bear Lake, Idaho/Utah. We have a group site reserved up in the mountains and away from all the people. Its a primitive site with only a restroom, but it is right next to a decent stream. I plan to put my water purification system to the test for our group of 3 families. It'll be a mix of camp trailers and a handful of tents. I have the only trailer with a shower, so it'll get used many times each day. My purification system is powered by a Prius water pump, a LI-ION 12v battery pack, 100ft of food-grade silicone tubing, and a series of pre-filters, main 0.2 micron filter, and a charcoal filter for taste/odor.
Also installed a new 200w BT radio, outside speakers, and 10in 500w subwoofer for my outdoor movie projector. Its a simple HD projector that snaps onto the back of my phone (Moto Z) and can shoot up to a 13ft image. I needed to order a new pop-up canopy, so I made sure to order a 10x15ft model with a single sidewall that will act as our projector screen. Should be a blast!
Lastly, I wanted to bring along our new-to-us ski boat. It's nothing fancy, but should get the job done. Its a 1981 Sun Ray, 19ft open-bow with a 170hp GM 3.8L and a wake tower. Been working on it for the last 2mos. I've installed a stereo, replaced the 50a glass fuses with circuit breakers, rebuilt the seats, and rewired the tilt/trim switches. I still gotta do a tune up (points, timing, etc), but in order for us to take it, I had to do a major overhaul to the rear bumper of my Jayco. First, I relocated the spare from the bumper to the tongue. Then, I cut off the bumper and welded up a section of 4x4 sq tubing that was twice as thick. Cross braces were installed to tie the bumper to the 2x4 boxed steel frame. Also installed a wiring harness off the main pigtail so that whatever is being pulled behind the Jayco (boats, utility trailer) would have functioning lights. This will be my first venture double-towing, so I'm gonna take it slow and steady. I've already up'd the insurances on everything just in case.....
Sounds like a good time!! I've threatened to triple tow the camper and boat several times, but I think I'm just too dang long with a ~30' camper and ~20' boat and the X for most states. Not by much, but I'm right at the limit. We're looking at getting a new camper next year with the kids being older (and the old camper is getting/...OLD) and looks like we're gonna double down again and go longer to get the space we want. We'll see, but no triple towing in my future if that goes down.
One thing to consider with triple towing is the overall length has a limit of coarse but depending on the state it is only legal if it’s behind a 5th wheel or gooseneck.
"Triple towing"? What's the third trailer?
Towing 2 trailers is actually double towing, triple towing would be with 3 trailers.
Yes, most states where it is leagal (double towing) require the first trailer to be a fifthwheel/gooseneck and some require that all axles have brakes. There are a few of the Upper Mid-West states that allow towing double with a bumper pull as the first trailer though. Total combined lengths vary widely throughout the states, at 61' my EX and TT are over in a few of the Eastern states.
Fair enough, I was using his terms but should have clarified it. The thing to check as well if they require all axles to have brakes is that the brake controller will work for as many axles as there will be. I believe Illinois is 60’ total length, first trailer must be a 5th wheel or gooseneck and the second has to be a recreational use( boats, atvs, golf carts)
Well aware of the legalities in my area. No requirement for brakes on the 2nd trailer, no requirement for a 5th wheel as the 1st trailer, and max allowable length is 75ft. This is not my first rodeo......
That being said, it isn't likely going to happen. My wife royally pissed me off last night and said the boat is too "ugly" for her to enjoy and won't go out in it until it has a full makeover, to include all new interior, paint, and the tower to be chromed. Hell, I might as well sell it and get something else. On top of that, she's too afraid to double tow, yet she's not the one driving! Caused a huge fight between us, so I guess it's just gonna sit in my shop unused until I sell it.
Guys my wife would shoot me for being on my
phone long enough to go through this entire thread....we currently have a 32’ TT that weighs in around 8200lbs. We have the Ex because we have 6 kids....our TT is just not quite roomy enough for us anymore.
We’ve been looking HARD at a new one that is 37’ and about 10k GVWR.
I’ve done a V/C code swap, and not really concerned about the 6.0 and it’s capabilities, the Ex is really solid and a joy to drive with my upgrades.
I use a Reese Dual Cam on ALL my trailers and really don’t doubt the capability of the truck with the right trailer. I’m just wondering if this might be biting off more than I can chew......any thoughts?
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