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Recreational Vehicles (RVs)

Popularly known as caravans, motorhomes, camper vans or RVs, recreational vehicles are designed to be a home away from home. They are bus-like vehicles that have the amenities found in a home such as bathroom, bed and television.

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Is it lighter to pull a fifth wheel or a travel trailer?

Generally, a travel trailer is lighter than a fifth wheel. Fifth wheels typically have a higher weight due to their design, which includes a gooseneck hitch that provides added stability and space. Travel trailers are more versatile and can be towed by a wider variety of vehicles. However, the specific weight can vary significantly depending on the model and features of each type.

Where to Hang a TV from Ceiling In Class C Tioga motorhome?

1st Be aware this is not a good idea, RV Ceilings are built very light and will take much extra weight.

2nd there is no set way to do this, you will have to find the trusses in the ceiling and hang it yourself. Tioga will not offer advice on this as they will not accept any liability due to point 1.

What is penalty for not stopping by weigh station?

The penalty for "Blowing" a scale varies from place to place.

Most places do not require RVs to stop, when they do you can expect a $100.00 to $1,500.00 fine + any fines for other infractions.

Best cleaners for travel trailer siding?

The best cleaners for travel trailer siding is the one that is safe to use on the material and they can effectively remove the black streaks, lift film and then protect the durability of siding after the cleaner has been applied.

How do you syphon gas out of a motorhome?

To siphon gas out of a motorhome, you'll need a siphon pump or a length of clear plastic tubing. Insert one end of the tube into the gas tank and the other end into a suitable container at a lower level. Create suction by either using the siphon pump or by sucking on the tube until the gas begins to flow. Ensure you take safety precautions, such as working in a well-ventilated area and avoiding any open flames.

Where is vin on kountry aire travel trailer?

All RV trailers are required to have the VIN:

Displayed on the left front corner of the body. These labels peel off, fall off or fade away depending on f they are stickers or metal plates.

Stamped into the frame on the front left of the trailer. You may have to crawl underneath with a rag and a flashlight to find it.

Most RV trailers have a sheet of paper glued inside a cupboard that has the VIN and all Appliances listed on it.

Where is vin on travel trailer?

All RV trailers are required to have the VIN:

Displayed on the left front corner of the body. These labels peel off, fall off or fade away depending on f they are stickers or metal plates.

Stamped into the frame on the front left of the trailer. You may have to crawl underneath with a rag and a flashlight to find it.

Most RV trailers have a sheet of paper glued inside a cupboard that has the VIN and all Appliances listed on it.

Where is the vin on a nomad skyline trailor?

All RV trailers are required to have the VIN:

Displayed on the left front corner of the body. These labels peel off, fall off or fade away depending on f they are stickers or metal plates.

Stamped into the frame on the front left of the trailer. You may have to crawl underneath with a rag and a flashlight to find it.

Most RV trailers have a sheet of paper glued inside a cupboard that has the VIN and all Appliances listed on it.

Why does gm not build chassis for motor homes?

GM got out of this business because of the cost of producing the vehicles was higher than they could sell them for.

IN the last 20 years we went from all manufacturers building MH chassis to just three specialist manufacturers.

Can you tow a 2003 volkswagen passat with automatic transmission behind your motorhome?

This requires special modification of the car.

It will be cheaper to by a car haul trailer to put it on.

If you really want to do this, your local Motor Home dealer will be able to advise you and quote doing the modification.

Where is the VIN located on a 1990 sierra fifth-wheel camper?

All RV trailers are required to have the VIN:

Displayed on the left front corner of the body. These labels peel off, fall off or fade away depending on f they are stickers or metal plates.

Stamped into the frame on the front left of the trailer. You may have to crawl underneath with a rag and a flashlight to find it.

Most RV trailers have a sheet of paper glued inside a cupboard that has the VIN and all Appliances listed on it.

Do you need a cdl to pull a fithwheel camper?

For personal use, no. AARP et. al. still have enough weight to throw around that politicians don't dare try regulating RVs in any way which might actually inconvenience anyone.
For commercial purposes (e.g., transporting from the manufacturer to the dealership), yes, if the Gross Combined Weight Rating (the weight rating of the tow vehicle plus the weight rating of the trailer) is in excess of 26,000 lbs. and the trailer itself has a GVW in excess of 10,000 lbs.

Can you tow 1999 Cadillac Escalade behind motorhome?

Assuming you mean flat tow, it depends. If it's 2WD, you'd need to remove the driveshaft - manual transmissions weren't an option for this vehicle. If it's 4WD, that depends on your transfer case. IIRC, all the Escalade transfer cases were electronic shift... if it's a three button setup (2 HI, 4 HI, 4 LO), then no... if it's a four button setup (2 HI, 4 HI, 4 LO, NEUTRAL), then yes - you simply put the transfer case into the neutral position.

Can you tow a 1997 Nissan 2 wheel drive with manual transmission behind a motor home on a car dolly?

Yes. You could even flat tow it. All you have to do in either instance is put the transmission in neutral.

What is the value of a 2008 24 foot camper worth?

No way of answering this without knowing make, model, and condition.

Can a 2003 Ford Escape 4x4 auto trans be towed flat behind a motorhome?

That's going to depend on your transfer case. If you have a manual transfer case, or an electronic transfer case with a neutral position, then all you have to do it put the transfer case in neutral. If not, then you'll have to remove the driveshafts in order to flat tow it without wrecking your transmission.

Can Buick 2008 enclave be towed behind motorhome?

If you're talking about flat towing, no.. not without removing the driveshafts. The Enclave has an automatic transmission, and is either front-wheel drive (not recommended for flat towing, even with a manual) or all wheel drive (meaning the transfer case is engaged full time and cannot be put into a neutral setting).

Where is the vin number on a 2003 KZ sportsman travel trailer?

All RV trailers are required to have the VIN:

Displayed on the left front corner of the body. These labels peel off, fall off or fade away depending on f they are stickers or metal plates.

Stamped into the frame on the front left of the trailer. You may have to crawl underneath with a rag and a flashlight to find it.

Most RV trailers have a sheet of paper glued inside a cupboard that has the VIN and all Appliances listed on it.

Who makes the best class c motorhome?

Winnebago and Fleetwood probably have the best reputations of all of them. Of course, you want it to be built on a reliable platform, so you'll have to be careful of which chassis it's built on. You could have a great motorhome, but if was built on, say, one of the Econolines back when they offered the 6.0 Powerstroke, you were going to have a lot of problems.

Can you flat tow a 2004 Jeep Liberty 5 speed manual behind Motor Home?

If it's a two wheel drive model, yes - all you have to do is put the transmission into neutral. If it's a four wheel drive, only if you can put the transfer case into neutral.