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  • Do 10 Inch Kodiak Stainless Steel Disc Brakes Work With Oil Bath Hubs
  • Yes, you can keep your oil bath hubs and use the Kodiak disc brakes; you mentioned a salt water environment and stainless steel brakes so you have two options, with the all-stainless steel being the best in terms of corrosion resistance, as you can see by the salt spray ratings of each: - 300- to 400-Hour Salt-Spray Rating: Dacromet and Stainless Steel: Kodiak Disc Brake Kit # K2R35DS - 1,000-Hour Salt-Spray Rating: Stainless Steel: Kodiak Disc Brake Kit # K2R35S In order to be sure...
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  • Overhead 12 Volt LED Dome Light for Travel Trailer
  • While we do not have an exact match for the light you described, we have 12 volt LED overhead lights which will undoubtedly work for you. The closest match we carry is the Optronics LED RV Interior Double Dome Light with Switch # RVILL34. This is a 10-5/16" long x 4-3/16" tall oval and has 18 diodes with a handy switch so you can turn it on and off. I have added a link to a video review of this light for you to check out as well as a link to our entire selection of 12 volt overhead lights.
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  • Installation of the Roadmaster Quiet Hitch # RM-061
  • The Roadmaster Quiet Hitch, # RM-061, was designed to eliminate rattle in ball mounts, tow bars and other hitch mounted accessories. It pulls the shank of the ball mount or other accessory against the receiver to keep the ball mount from bouncing around. This device should not be used when towing a trailer. It was not designed to support the tongue weight of a trailer and could be damaged if too much force is exerted on the device.
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  • Can the Bulb in Trailer Stop, Turn and Tail Light ST8RB Be Easily Replaced
  • The bulb # ST8RB trailer tail light can definitely be replaced, and to do so is not difficult. The face of the light taken off by removing four small screws, and once this is done you have access to the bulb socket and can proceed with changing the bulb. The replacement bulb for this light would be part # A1157B.
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  • Will Roadmaster Guardian Rock Guard Cause Overheating
  • There is not an issue with overheating with the Roadmaster Guardian Rock Guard # RM-4000; the only caveat is that some owner's manuals do state not to use a vertical towing shield so you will need to check the manual of your '19 Colorado. If you cannot use a vertical shield then you can use the Roadmaster Tow Defender Protective Screening # RM-4700 for a horizontal shield. Either way, the transmission should not be creating heat when you are flat towing so there will not be an issue with...
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  • Fuse for 12 Volt on 7-Way of 2016 Ram 3500
  • I took a look at an online copy of the owner's manual for your 2016 Ram 3500 and it did not specify the 12 volt terminal for your 7-way. However, it did specify "Trailer Tow Receptacle" in Cavity F30 in the Power Distribution Center in the engine compartment which seems is the likely fuse you are looking for. I recommend checking your copy of the owner's manual to confirm.
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  • Basis for Weight Rating of Trailer Safety Chain
  • I'm not quite sure what you mean by "do you have a question" although I can tell you the information about the 10,000 lb max trailer weight rating of the Buyers Products 3/8" x 22" Class 4 Trailer Safety Chain w/ 1" Slip Hook - 30 Proof # 337B03822SC comes directly from the manufacturer. They are the ones who test their products and create the weight ratings.
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  • How To Find Correct Wheel Bearing for Trailer
  • In order to find the correct wheel bearings you can take apart your hub assembly and looking at the bearings themselves; wipe away the grease and you should be able to see the part number stamped directly on them. If you are unable to find them, you need to use a digital caliper and measure your spindle to the thousandths of an inch where the bearings ride. You can use the photo I've attached to see exactly where you need to measure. I've also added a link to a help article on common...
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  • Speed Rating of Kenda 165/65-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8 Inch White Wheel
  • The tire on the Kenda 165/65-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" White Wheel - 4 on 4 - Load Range C # AM3H200 has a speed rating of 65 mph. This wheel and tire combo has a maximum capacity of 800 lbs (per wheel/tire) and fits a 4 on 4" bolt pattern. I have added a link to a video review for you to check out as well.
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  • Torx Trailer Screws for Half Inch Treated Wood Trailer Deck
  • While bolts would certainly work they would be more labor-intensive and a wood screw with a flush-mounted head will be just as effective. I would go with the 2-1/2" Long Torx Trailer Floor and Wall Liner Screw for ACQ Treated Wood # TFX250ACQ; if you need a drill bit for these the correct one is the Torx Head Screwdriver Bit # TX430-1.
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  • What Does Non-Retractable Mean on the Saris Bones 3 Bike Trunk Mounted Carrier?
  • The facet you are asking about is put there by our team. The Saris Bones 3 Bike Carrier # SA801BL has anchor straps and coated clips that attach the carrier to your vehicle that simply need to be tied up so they don't have the extra strap flapping in the wind. For this bike rack you may also consider using a cable lock like # e98891. We have one bike rack that uses straps/cables that retract into the rack itself so no further securing is needed. It is the Thule OutWay 3-Bike Rack -...
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  • Does the Loadstar Tire and Wheel Combination # AM3S640DX Come Balanced?
  • All of our combination tire and wheels like the Loadstar ST205/75D15 Bias Trailer Tire w/ 15" White Spoke Wheel # AM3S640DX come ready to install. They are balanced in the way trailer tires are balanced which is different than the vehicle tire balancing process that includes adding weights. There is a high (heavy) spot and low (light) spot marked on the tire and then the manufacturer ensures the high/heavy spot of the tire is aligned with the wheel valve stem hole. This is all that is...
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  • Troubleshooting Husky Brute Trailer Jack With Remote that Retracts Without Remote
  • The Husky Brute Jacks like # HT87247 had some models with remote like you referenced. You may want to start by removing the battery from the remote in case it is actually giving a slow retraction signal. Although that is unlikely, it is worth a shot. The remote control panel is likely what is the issue or the physical switch itself allowing a slight power draw. The easiest way to disable the jack so it doesn't retract without replacing the component issue is to put a toggle switch like...
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  • Parts to Help 1994 Chevy C/K Series Truck More Easily Pull 6,000 lb Trailer
  • You gave a lot of great information but we have to rely on the owner's manuals to confirm any type of capacity specs and when I looked up the owner's manual of your 1994 Chevy Silverado 1500 it had no specifics on either towing capacity or load capacity, apart from not exceeding your GAWR, which is found on your door jamb. What I can tell you is that the owner's manual said to always use sway control if your trailer weighs more than 4,000 lbs. Since yours is it is a very good idea to...
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  • Dual Handle Tub and Shower Diverter Faucet With D-Spud to Attach Shower
  • I believe you are asking for a dual-handle tub and shower diverter faucet that has a D-spud outlet that lets you attach a handheld shower set (a hose leading up to the shower) and we do have those available. For example you could use the following if it is the style you are looking for: - Phoenix Faucets Catalina RV Tub and Shower Diverter Faucet with D-Spud # PF223403 I have added links below to a video reviews of this part as well as a link to our entire selection of these in case you...
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  • What is Needed to Install 13,500 Btu Advent Air Conditioner
  • So there's a few things that are going to be needed in order to install the Advent air conditioners, and for a tent trailer I do recommend going with the smaller 13,500 Btu. But the first thing you need to do is ensure you have a roof that is 2-1/2" to 5" thick in order to support the unit; you will also need to open a 14-1/4" long x 14-1/4" wide hole for the unit. Adding this AC will require not only the main AC unit, but also an air distribution box. For that you can use one of the...
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  • Are Bias-Ply Tires for Off-Road Use Only
  • We do sell wheel/tire combos, that is a tire that is mounted on a wheel, but they're sold individually, not in pairs. For instance, the # AM3H325 you'd looked at is a 215/60-8 wheel tire combo. It features a 215/60-8 bias ply load range D tire moutned on a 8 x 7 galvanized wheel with a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern. The tire is pre-mounted on the wheel. For 2 wheels/tires, you'd need to order 2 of that part number. Bias ply tires have a stiffer sidewall, which makes them better for off...
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  • Can 5 x 8 Utility Trailer Be Equipped With 15 Inch Wheels
  • If you have a 4 on 4 bolt pattern, the largest wheel you'll be able to use is a 13 inch, as a 15 inch wheel would use a 5 on 4-1/2, 5 on 5 or a 6 on 5-1/2 inch bolt pattern. Swapping to a different bolt pattern would mean replacing the hubs. A higher capacity hub with a different bolt pattern will likely use bearings that aren't compatible with your existing spindles which means that the spindles or axles themselves would need replacing. If you could confirm your current wheel bolt pattern,...
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  • Correct Tire Pressure for Trailer Tires
  • It should be 50 psi if that is what is on your tire's sidewall; on any trailer tire you always want to inflate the tire to the maximum cold psi. Doing this will give you the best performance, allowing the tire to wear more slowly and give you optimum gas mileage.
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  • Will Lippert LC279688 Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers Improve Travel Trailer Ride Quality
  • The Lippert Components Equa-Flex system like # LC279688 uses cushioned equalizers that will definitely improve the ride quality of your travel trailer. The exact unit you need will depend on the axle capacity and the dimensions (vertical distance from the center of the hanger bolt hole to a line drawn from the holes where the spring shackles mount, center to center and the center to center shackle bolt spacing). I've provided a photo showing the pertinent measurements. The Roadmaster...
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