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  • What Front and Rear Suspension Enhancement do You Recommend for My 2021 F-53 Motorhome Chassis?
  • From my available research on your 2021 Georgetown 36b5 motorhome, it has a Ford F-53 chassis and has a gross vehicle weight rating of 22,000 pounds. Unfortunately, for this particular model, we do not have a steering stabilizer available for your chassis model. The good news is that we do have SumoSpring suspension available for your front axle of your chassis. For that option, I recommend the SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs - 2 Piece - Front Axle # SSF-170-40-2. The SumoSprings...
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  • Rear Anti-Sway Bar for a 2016 Forest River FR3
  • Blue Ox only has rear anti-sway bars for the E-series van chassis and F-53 chassis used on larger Class A RVs. They do not have an option for models built on the F-550 chassis. But Roadmaster does have options. If the RV has a square tube Dana 120 axle then you can use # RM-1139-161. If it is a different axle then there are no other options.
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  • Making 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter with Alternate Pin Out
  • Best option would be the Bargman 7-way part # WG54006-046 which has a molded 7-way on one end and then unconnected wires on the other. You could then wire this to the part # PK11604 based on the pinout that you need.
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  • Recommended SumoSprings For 2020 Thor Magnitude BH35 Built On 2019 Ford F-550 Chassis
  • I would be happy to help! Since your 2020 Thor Magnitude BH35 built on the 2019 Ford F-550 Chassis has a 19500lb GVWR I recommend the SumoSprings # SSF-111-47 with a 1500lb load rating for the front axle, and the # SS54VR with a 2800lb load rating for the rear axle. The combination of both these SumoSprings will give you a softer ride along with less sway and body roll giving you a better driving experience. I included videos of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.
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  • Install Harness for Prodigy P3 Brake Controller in a 2015 Forest River Georgetown
  • The wiring adapter you will need to install your Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller # 90195 on 2015 Ford F-550 Forest River Georgetown is the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3034-P that you referenced.
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  • Using Lava Rock with Greystone Griddle and Grill
  • There is no requirement to use lava rock with the Greystone Griddle and Grill, # WAY34FR. A person could arrange to use lava rock with most any grill if they choose to, but this is not designed for that need. The use of lava rock has actually fallen out of design in recent years with grill manufacturers in favor of other technology such as burner/heat shields, as used with the Greystone Griddle and Grill, # WAY34FR.
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  • Where to Find Brake Controller Install Port in a 2016 Georgetown RV
  • The wiring adapter you will need to install a brake controller like theTekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller # 90195 on 2016 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis is the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3034-P. This adapter plugs into the connector behind your vehicle's dashboard. To reach the connector, first locate the notch in the access panel in the center of the dash, near the passenger side. Using a trim panel puller, carefully pry the panel out and undo the locking...
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  • What Towing Mirrors do You Recommend for My 2020 Ford F-550?
  • For your 2020 Ford F-550, we do not have a customized fit that is available for your vehicle. However, we do have some universal fits that will work. For that route, I recommend the CIPA Universal Tow Mirror # 7070. These clip-on mirrors will fit on almost any OEM mirror that has a gap between the outer housing and the actual glass surface, as shown in the linked installation video. Note this is sold as a single piece, not a pair. If you want an even wider field of view you might consider...
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  • Retractable Single Step Kit that Can Fit 2019 Ford E-450
  • The easiest way to get the step and switch kit you are wanting is with the part # LC3747453 would work on your 2019 Ford E-450 to provide it with a single step that is retractable.
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  • Gooseneck Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis
  • We don't have anything that's custom fit but you could use the Curt goooseneck hitch part # C65500 and have it welded to the truck frame.
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  • Gooseneck Hitch Solution for 2023 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis
  • The only option for a gooseneck hitch on a cab and chassis would be custom fabrication. The B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch part # BWGNRK1500 is designed for this type of application so that's what I recommend. None of the gooseneck hitch manufactures offer custom solutions for cab and chassis models.
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  • Front Anti-Sway Bar for a 2016 Tiffin Allegro Class A RV on a Ford F-550 Chassis
  • For your Class A motor home built on the 2016 Ford F-550 chassis you can use Roadmaster front anti-sway bar # RM-1139-148. This unit will replace the factory sway bar.
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  • Tire Chains
  • Unfortunately, we do not offer any chains with rim protection for your size. I spoke with Pewag, and there was nothing they could offer for this. For your 235/80-22.5 tires, I recommend the Titan Chain Cable Snow Tire Chains, part # TC2039. These are cable chains, so there's not as much metal to damage your rims. I've linked to a video review below.
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  • Does the Rampage Backup Camera Get Interference from Bluetooth Devices
  • Because the Rampage Backup Camera # RA7710 operates on Wi-Fi, not Bluetooth, you won't get interference like you would with wireless camera systems that operate on 2.4 gHz. We had a customer write a review for this camera saying that it didn't have any interference.
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  • Factory Brake Controller Plug Location for 2019 Ford F-550 Chassis
  • On your 2019 Ford F-550 chassis the factory brake controller plug should be located behind the dash. First locate the instrument cluster finish panel in the center of the dash on the driver's side. Carefully pry the panel out and away from the dash and undo the housings that are keeping the panel in place. You will then see a grey connector that needs to be unplugged to expose the factory plug to which the Plug-In Adapter # 22292 will connect to install your Tekonsha Brake Controller. I...
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  • replacement stairs for Eagle Cap 1165 Truck Camper
  • You will need two measurements to determine the best fit for your camper. First is the "Entry Height". This is the measurement from the top of the mounting bracket to the ground. See the example picture on the product page. The TorkLift # TLA8006 that you referenced is suitable for entry heights between 46-1/2" to 60". The second measurement is the "Mounting Bracket Width". With the old steps removed, there will be a black metal mounting bracket that held the old steps. If yours measures...
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  • Are There Custom Install Wiring Harnesses for Jensen Mechless RV Stereo JHD1130WP
  • We do not have custom stereo install harnesses for our stereos like the Jensen Mechless part # JHD1130WP that you referenced. Your best option will be to use the included wiring diagram to wire to the labeled wires of your vehicle's stereo wiring. If that seems like a bigger job than you'd be interested a local car audio installer should have no problem.
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  • Can The Mounting Tabs Be Cut Off Of the Ladder Rack Bracket Kit For Packem Enclosed Trailer?
  • The Ladder Rack Bracket Kit # PK-28WL is specifically designed to be used with Utility and Enclosed Trailer Tower Kit # PK-BM or Utility Trailer Tower Kit # PK-BMH. The tabs sticking out of the bracket kit are made to attach to the tower kits, so cutting them off could compromise the structural integrity of the brackets and I do not recommend doing so. That being said, it probably would not be very difficult to cut the tabs off with an angle grinder or similar tool. In regard to making...
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  • Brake Controller Recommendation for a Winnebago Towing a Car Dolly with Electric Brakes
  • For your Winnebago I recommend a proportional brake controller. A proportional brake controller applies the brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces brake wear and tear on the tow vehicle and the tow dolly. I recommend the P2 # 90885 because it is easy to set up and use and it is reliable. The brake controller will need to be hardwired in since there isn't a wiring harness that allows the controller to plug directly into...
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  • 8 inch High Low Adapter Solution that Can Fit 2-1/2 inch Hitch Size
  • We used to carry that adapter but Roadmaster stopped offering it to us. Best solution would be the version that fits a 2 inch hitch part # RM-048-8 with a 2 inch to 2-1/2 inch adapter part # C45405.
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