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Forum: Our Community 07-14-2020, 12:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,493
Posted By Goat
Been a good ride

Well, it's been a good ride with our Redwood, but it sold about 3 hours ago, along with the lot it was on. I've "met" some good folks here, and prayers go out to all of you. Have a great time camping...
Forum: Redwood RV Classifieds 06-25-2020, 11:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,424
Posted By Goat
Try trekwood.com skip the manufacturer selection,...

Try trekwood.com skip the manufacturer selection, pick Redwood for model, 2012 for year, plastic in category. They have them, but they're black. Trekwood is Tiara's RV parts dept.
Forum: General RV Questions 06-24-2020, 03:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,666
Posted By Goat
Agree with the above. If you're not familiar with...

Agree with the above. If you're not familiar with the shop, ask for some local references. There's a couple of shops local to me that I would trust as much as the folks that do the paint for the...
Forum: General RV Questions 06-23-2020, 10:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,055
Posted By Goat
Another "not a Facebook user" here. I've thought...

Another "not a Facebook user" here. I've thought about using it, and there are advantages to it, but they aren't worth the drama.
Forum: Redwood Care and Feeding 06-07-2020, 10:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 985
Posted By Goat
Yep, I agree, you usually get what you pay for.

Yep, I agree, you usually get what you pay for.
Forum: General RV Questions 06-07-2020, 10:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,320
Posted By Goat
You don't have to tear up the basement wall, just...

You don't have to tear up the basement wall, just take the screws out to open it up. Some ditch the screws and reattach the wall section with hook and loop. (Velcro)
Forum: Redwood Care and Feeding 06-07-2020, 01:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 985
Posted By Goat
Well, update.... Just tried to clean up some of...

Well, update.... Just tried to clean up some of the curbside decals before the sun hits 'em. Those are worse than the other side. Didn't help a whole lot. They are really dry and some are cracking....
Forum: Redwood Care and Feeding 06-07-2020, 12:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 985
Posted By Goat
Faded/discolored decals

The decals on our 2012 36RL look like a disaster. They are dull and discolored. Actually, the whole fiver looks like the previous owner used the Zep floor stuff on it, and it is a mess. It looked...
Forum: General RV Questions 05-25-2020, 11:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,568
Posted By Goat
Please be aware that brake lines use a double...

Please be aware that brake lines use a double flare, not a single flare like an old oil heater. If you don't already have one and know how to use it, get a decent double flare tool and some extra...
Forum: Redwood Care and Feeding 05-09-2020, 10:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,284
Posted By Goat
I asked a tech, and was told they are held down...

I asked a tech, and was told they are held down with lag bolts. One must take remove the top cover to access the bolts.
Forum: General RV Questions 04-24-2020, 08:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 748
Posted By Goat
The first thing to check is the battery...

The first thing to check is the battery manufacturer's recommendations for equalizing voltage. Next, measure the equalizing voltage directly at the battery terminals with an accurate meter. There may...
Forum: Redwood Care and Feeding 04-23-2020, 01:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,587
Posted By Goat
Check with rvupgrades, they sell LED fixtures...

Check with rvupgrades, they sell LED fixtures that look a lot like the halogen units in our older Redwood. For other folks that have the halogen units, rvupgrades sells replacement lens for them....
Forum: General RV Questions 04-16-2020, 12:37 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,357
Posted By Goat
I know this isn't going to sound good, but please...

I know this isn't going to sound good, but please understand I'm not trying to be ignorant or mean. The typed word just doesn't come out the way it should. If you don't have a multimeter, get a...
Forum: General RV Questions 04-13-2020, 09:34 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,357
Posted By Goat
Do an internet search for " rv furnace...

Do an internet search for " rv furnace troubleshooting Gary rv roamer" Gary has written the most straightforward document to troubleshoot an RV furnace.
Forum: Redwood RV Classifieds 03-25-2020, 01:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,112
Posted By Goat
A decent HDT converted to pull a fifth wheel...

A decent HDT converted to pull a fifth wheel camper will outdo them all, cost less than a new dually, same width, about two feet longer when singled, rides better, and turns sharper. Just sayin'
Forum: Redwood Care and Feeding 03-01-2020, 11:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,260
Posted By Goat
I've never used them or any other extended...

I've never used them or any other extended warranty company. Extended warranties can bring out a lot of discussion.
I don't know how much you are hands on with maintenance and repairs, and whether...
Forum: General RV Questions 03-01-2020, 11:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,248
Posted By Goat
Advise for folks with Schwintek slides: When we...

Advise for folks with Schwintek slides:
When we bought our motorhome, the tech that did our final walkthrough with went over the slides very thoroughly. He recommended going to Schwintek's site and...
Forum: Redwood Care and Feeding 02-10-2020, 11:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,661
Posted By Goat
If a snake is too flexible to reach as far as...

If a snake is too flexible to reach as far as needed, and assuming there's room to use them, one could also try "fish sticks". Not the ones meant to be eaten, the ones electricians use to fish wires...
Forum: Redwood Care and Feeding 02-10-2020, 05:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,661
Posted By Goat
Do you recommend any particular species of snake...

Do you recommend any particular species of snake to attach the borescope to? Haha
Forum: General RV Questions 02-09-2020, 11:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,023
Posted By Goat
On mine, completely different model though, one...

On mine, completely different model though, one switch will turn on the white light over the door, along with a "scare light" closer to the front. Another switch will turn on the amber light above...
Forum: Redwood RV Purchase Discussions 02-02-2020, 11:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,417
Posted By Goat
As a general rule, the pin weight of a loaded...

As a general rule, the pin weight of a loaded fiver will be between 20 to 25% of the loaded weight. Advertised pin weight is for a new, dry fifth wheel, and as we all know, it's not handy to camp in...
Forum: Redwood Care and Feeding 12-25-2019, 03:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,220
Posted By Goat
Yep! Merry Christmas everyone!

Yep! Merry Christmas everyone!
Forum: Towing and Hitching 12-25-2019, 03:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,835
Posted By Goat
My thoughts exactly on grade 5 vs grade 8.

My thoughts exactly on grade 5 vs grade 8.
Forum: General RV Questions 11-25-2019, 05:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,202
Posted By Goat
If you can't keep it covered, use some Dicor non...

If you can't keep it covered, use some Dicor non sagging lap sealant to seal it up. Self leveling Dicor lap sealant really isn't needed for this. Take lots of pictures first.
Forum: General RV Questions 11-24-2019, 03:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,202
Posted By Goat
First, keep it covered to keep water out. Second,...

First, keep it covered to keep water out. Second, contact the dealer and/or the roof material manufacturer. It should be covered under warranty. Be prepared, you will be questioned about what you did...
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