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Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 07-27-2013, 04:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,306
Posted By indieaz
We have the same tow vehicle ('11 limited 4x4...

We have the same tow vehicle ('11 limited 4x4 5.7L), but are towing a smaller rig (189FDR, 2,600 # dry, 19' long). I use a 12k equalizer. I tow around 65-70mph, and on all our trips i can rarely...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 05-20-2013, 07:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,690
Posted By indieaz
What year is the grand cherokee? We have...

What year is the grand cherokee?

We have towed our FF189 (which starts about 1,000 pounds lighter than yours) with both an '04 (4.7L V8) and our 2011 (5.7 Hemi). For both we used a 1,200 #...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 09-05-2011, 05:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,387
Posted By indieaz
Bypass valves is closed (turned clockwise and...

Bypass valves is closed (turned clockwise and perpendicular to the hose), the other two valves are definitely open (they are turned counter-clockwise, and aligned straight with the hose).
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 09-04-2011, 05:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,717
Posted By indieaz
This is the same mirror I use on my '04 Jeep...

This is the same mirror I use on my '04 Jeep Grand Cherokee. It vibrates a little, but not enough that their functionality is affected.
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 09-04-2011, 04:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,387
Posted By indieaz
No Hot Water

Just got back from 2 weeks of camping in our '06 189FBR. We tried turning on hot water heater for first time ever. No hot water (cold and hot water taps same temperature). I tried hooked up to both...
Forum: Modifications, Repairs and Maintenance 06-07-2011, 03:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,976
Posted By indieaz
I imagine you could probably move to another...

I imagine you could probably move to another lightweight unit with a larger bathroom for cheaper than you could modify the restroom in the manner you described. An X-210 bathroom for example would...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-26-2011, 10:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,660
Posted By indieaz
IT's actually the 4.7L HO V8 - not the hemi, it...

IT's actually the 4.7L HO V8 - not the hemi, it predates the hemi by a couple years. The HO version puts out 265hp and 330 lb-ft.

I'm scared to take it to 75mph, i think the fastest I went was...
Forum: Fun Finder Community 04-25-2011, 08:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,244
Posted By indieaz
Our mattress was saggy and springs poking through...

Our mattress was saggy and springs poking through when we bought ours (it was used) We picked up a 10" memory foam mattress on Amazon for $320 with free shipping. If you have a prime account you...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-25-2011, 08:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,859
Posted By indieaz
The only spot we'ved camped at in our FF so far...

The only spot we'ved camped at in our FF so far we actually needed 4x4 to get there (it wasn't a developed site). Beyond being able to get int and out of more remote spots, i don't think the 4x4...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-25-2011, 08:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,653
Posted By indieaz
15mpg seems possible, if he's towing a flatbed...

15mpg seems possible, if he's towing a flatbed trailer with a load that is low to the ground and/or keeping his speed around 45-50mph.
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-25-2011, 07:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,660
Posted By indieaz
Interesting mpg results. We've only managed one...

Interesting mpg results. We've only managed one trip in our FF so far before weather got cold in winter, and it was a 300 mile trip from 2,600 feet above sea level to 9,500 feet. On the way out i...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-24-2011, 01:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,017
Posted By indieaz
I had a lengthy ~2 horu talk with a gentlemen...

I had a lengthy ~2 horu talk with a gentlemen pulling an R-POD with a ridgline. HE was selling the R-POD (which is how i met him) and said the pod towed perrfectly safe, but going up steep grades...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 04-24-2011, 01:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,142
Posted By indieaz
We have a FF 198FDR (no slide, weighs a few...

We have a FF 198FDR (no slide, weighs a few hundred pounds less than yours), and we tried towing it with our '06 liberty for about 1.5 miles, never going over 50mph on perfectly flat land. After...
Forum: Fun Finder Community 12-31-2010, 10:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,459
Posted By indieaz
You might want to consider looking at the R-Pod,...

You might want to consider looking at the R-Pod, even lighter than the funfinder/shadow cruiser and more aerodynamic. I cannot stand up in them (interior height is only 6'1" and I am 6'3"), but they...
Forum: Fun Finder Community 12-31-2010, 09:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,459
Posted By indieaz
Yes we upgraded to a V8 ('04 Jeep GC 4.7L V8...

Yes we upgraded to a V8 ('04 Jeep GC 4.7L V8 265HP/325lb-ft). It's night and day versus the liberty having another 100 lb-ft of torque, and the grand cherokee only weighs about 250 pounds more than...
Forum: Fun Finder Community 12-30-2010, 01:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,519
Posted By indieaz
We have a '06 189FBR as well, and camp with our...

We have a '06 189FBR as well, and camp with our daughter (now 9 months) and two small dogs (6 and 11 pounds). It's a little cramped for sure, but suits us pretty well. The places we take the thing...
Forum: Fun Finder Community 12-30-2010, 01:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,459
Posted By indieaz
You'll be *very* close to your towing limit. ...

You'll be *very* close to your towing limit.

Which engine do you have? I know those came with a 200hp/200lb-ft 3.5l as base engine...that engine will struggle for sure. For reference we have a...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 12-30-2010, 08:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,200
Posted By indieaz
I'd recommend checking some Jeep forums to...

I'd recommend checking some Jeep forums to confirm, but I am pretty sure you're looking for a blue harness under the dashboard ont he driver's side (it's blue in WJs at least). Good luck.
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 12-30-2010, 08:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,927
Posted By indieaz
We have a 2006 189FBR and a '06 liberty with the...

We have a 2006 189FBR and a '06 liberty with the 3.7L, and a 2004 Grand Cherokee with the 4.7L HO V8 (makes 325 lb-ft and rated for 6,500 lbs).

Here's my .02. When we bought our 189FBR (dry...
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