Forum: Camping, Road Trips and Meet Ups
12-31-2023, 12:53 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 880
Age discrimination
In the last couple of years have had problems getting into RV campgrounds because it appears my 2009 189FBS is too old. These are mostly private facilities. I keep my unit in prime condition doing a...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
12-31-2023, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 699
Can I leave my RV plugged in all the time
Interesting article in week 52 Newsletter regarding leaving RV plugged in all the time. I have a 2009 189FBS which I overwinter here in Vancouver Canada. As my converter is most likely an older...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
09-24-2023, 12:33 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 672
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Forum: Forum Help | Announcements | Suggestion Box
07-10-2023, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 831
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
05-14-2023, 02:57 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,854
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
05-14-2023, 02:53 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,491
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Forum: Fun Finder Community
05-14-2023, 02:48 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,192
I have same trailer 2007, and I'm going with...
I have same trailer 2007, and I'm going with Goodyear Endurance. Yes cost more but several testimonials on YouTube regarding what are called 'China Bombs'. I want a brand name, reputable tire and not...
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Forum: Fun Finder Community
07-07-2022, 11:04 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 995
Potable Water Tank Best Practices Question
Hello everyone, I’m after the best practices for my 18FBS when it comes to the left over water in the water tank after a trip. Most trips when I arrive home there is still near ½ tank of water but my...
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Forum: Fun Finder Community
03-22-2022, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,442
I also purchased the little water heater tank...
I also purchased the little water heater tank rinser that attaches to hose end. I keep the bypass valve shut while doing the rinsing. After a good rinsing, I attach hose to shore water attachment,...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
02-27-2022, 11:20 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,013
Thanks for replies. I'm also using a weight...
Thanks for replies. I'm also using a weight distribution hitch thus once ball on I have to jack up front of trailer AND back of Sierra in order to attach torsion bars chains and by this time the...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
02-18-2022, 06:03 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 781
Getting Rid of Green Mold/Slime
Hi again guys, looking for suggestions on how to get rid of mold/dirt that almost seems like it's embedded in the silicone sealant on windows, doors, etc. I tried using a toothbrush but afraid of...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
02-18-2022, 05:49 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,013
Power Hitch Jack
Hello, I have a 2009 18FBS (slide) and using a 2018 GMC Sierra to tow. I want to install a 12VDC power Jack on hitch. Interested to know what others are using? Is a 3500 LB enough?
Thank you.
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Forum: New Member Introductions
08-12-2021, 02:53 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,038
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Forum: New Member Introductions
08-12-2021, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,038
Welcome and hello from Vancouver, B.C. I own a...
Welcome and hello from Vancouver, B.C. I own a 2009 189FBS. Purchased in fall 2018 and used extensively in 2019, then covid hit 2020 and now 2021. Getting ready to leave Monday for Vancouver Island...
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Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles
06-24-2021, 02:21 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,183
Hitch Weight Way Off!!!
Purchased a trailer tongue weight scale from Canadian company Princess Auto. Finally got the opportunity to try it out and here are the results. Fun finder 2009 18FBS with full water tank, two full...
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Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles
06-21-2021, 03:30 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,569
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Forum: Fun Finder Community
06-02-2021, 12:52 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 902
Fun Finder 189FBS vs Starcraft 189FBS
Other day went to my local RV dealership parts for some sealant. As I walked passed the used RV's a unit made by Starcraft called the Travel Star SPORT 189FBS caught my eye. It was a 2009 unit and...
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Forum: Fun Finder Community
06-02-2021, 12:34 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 2,993
Had a problem on my 189 FBS front left corner,...
Had a problem on my 189 FBS front left corner, the front cap was pulling away from the side panel, at its largest point about 1/4 inch. Fearing water/dry rot took to local RV repair dealer. He found...
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Forum: Fun Finder Community
05-28-2021, 05:18 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 2,993
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
05-09-2021, 05:30 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 976
189FBS Forward bunk
Has anyone actually used the fold down forward bunk on a 189FBS? I would be scared to put my 7 year old grand daughter up there! The construction is so flimsy, when she sits in the middle of the...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
01-10-2021, 02:21 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,351
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Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles
07-15-2020, 01:24 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,347
Ball - to grease or not to grease
I've been hearing from both sides, those that say to grease the ball and those that say do not grease the ball. One old timer told me do not grease as ball/hitch act as ground(?) to trailer and tow...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
01-16-2020, 03:58 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,571
X189FBS Mods, show us your storage mods
This is for all the owners of the 189FBS, the one with the slide. When the slide is out there is this big empty wall, the outside of the bath wall and the sideout. There is several inches of space...
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Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance
09-10-2019, 02:57 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,946
Power Vent Fan Install Help
My 2009 18FBS has no ceiling vent opening in the main section only the bathroom. My wife wants me to install a powered vent fan (our old motorhome had one and we loved it). The problem is how do I...
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