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#16
here is what i've seen in a few different places..  look into it..  just want you to be safe man..

QuoteTongue weight: the amount of the trailer's weight that is borne by the trailer hitch. Ideally, this should be about 10 percent of the total trailer weight. Too much tongue weight will make your vehicle's steering less responsive. Too little and the trailer might sway. Tongue weight can be measured using a specialized scale (available at trailer supply shops).
#17
i'd be more concerned of lack of tongue weight. i agree you don't want too much but too little isn't good either from what i have read..  thats why i was asking how heavy that is on the rear..     its bad ass man..  nice work..
#18
Upgrades and Modifications / Re: ceramic heater??
January 30, 2017, 05:46:11 PM
any brand/model recommendation?
#19
Upgrades and Modifications / ceramic heater??
January 30, 2017, 11:53:09 AM
 i have a QS 8.1.  a friend recommended a ceramic heater to take the edge off if it happens to get cool out..    anyone have a recommendation on what size would do the trick?


i won't be out in 30 degree weather (by choice anyway) but say in the mid 40's..

thanks in advance...
#20
that is bad ass...    looks very useful...      nice work man..


how heavy is it?  its not going to take too much tongue weight away is it?
#21
cool.. i'd like to read that..
#22
General Q & A / Re: awning ideas...
January 26, 2017, 02:11:23 PM
Quote from: Dan Miller on January 26, 2017, 01:18:01 PM
Quote from: abodyjoe on January 26, 2017, 12:55:42 PM
so if i ordered an awning kit from my local dealer how do i make sure they specify the ideal zipper?

do you have any idea what size ideal zipper was used?  i checked and i do have an ideal awning zipper.

Let them know the manufacturer of the Tent.  This issue is so new I do not have a part number yet from Top Stitch.  Should have one in the next couple of days and I will post it.  But for now just let them know the manufacturer of the tent.  Or just hold off a couple of days and I will have a PN for you.

Update:  I just spoke with Top Stitch.  You may call Top Stitch directly and let them know you have a Veada tent and need an awning to match.  You can order it directly through them.  Ask for Candy 330=972-7745


phone number is wrong...       574-293-6633 is the number i used and talked to candy..

she had me email her and she will contact Veada to see what zipper they used and get back to me..
#23
General Q & A / Re: awning ideas...
January 26, 2017, 02:04:40 PM
cool..  i talked to them the other day and couldn't help at all..  thanks for fixing us up..:)
#24
General Q & A / Re: awning ideas...
January 26, 2017, 12:55:42 PM
so if i ordered an awning kit from my local dealer how do i make sure they specify the ideal zipper?

do you have any idea what size ideal zipper was used?  i checked and i do have an ideal awning zipper.
#25
General Q & A / awning ideas...
January 23, 2017, 03:52:20 PM


  so i have a 2011 QS 8.1 and would like an awning..  the new QS uses an YKKK zipper and the 2011 uses an IDEA zipper so i'm afraid if i buy a new awning that the zippers won't mesh...     does anyone have any clever ideas on how to make and attach an awning for this thing?


  thanks in advance..
#27
General Q & A / Re: Contacting Livin Lite
January 21, 2017, 06:06:53 AM
Quote
Now I emailed Livin Lite directly twice from their website page.....no response again.  No phone number on webpage to contact in person.   It seems to me that this company does not value customer contact at all.   

i had emailed them about buying parts for my 2011 QS 8.1 through their site and got the same thing..  two weeks no response...    talk about horrible customer service.. i mean do you want to make money or not?

i finally went to their facebook page and got through only to get the you have to order from a dealer.  i said my closest dealer is 2 hours away...   they said order from the dealer  and we will drop ship it to you..

i had tlked to a dealer that had a rental fleet of QS pop ups and when they replaced the beds and canvass on them a couple years ago they even had to go through another dealer..  said it took forever to get the stuff too..

i gotta say if i was in the market for something new i'm not sure i'd consider livin lite at this point..
#28
QuickSilver Tent Campers / Re: where to buy parts??
January 15, 2017, 03:52:20 AM
Quote from: PastorRandy on January 12, 2017, 10:56:04 AM
We use a 10x20 canopy, purchase for less than $150 through many sources. Drape a section over the top, tie it down to points on lower kitchen side using bungee cords. Adapted the original aluminum poles, cutting a section out (which is the section over the roof). This gives us a large covered outdoor space. We have side-panels that can be attached, also using bungees, for more privacy or rain protection. Canopy and sides get packed inside camper, poles either travel on top of vehicle or camper. When I find pics, i'll share a few if interested.

have any pictures of it all set up?  i'd like to see it
#30
QuickSilver Tent Campers / Re: where to buy parts??
January 10, 2017, 12:31:32 PM
Quote from: ALF on January 09, 2017, 04:35:51 PM
I bought an awning from Prosser RV. Very helpful, and shipping costs were fair.

http://www.prosserrv.com/rvs-trailers-motorhomes-dealership-parts-department-sturtevant-racine-kenosha-wi--parts

awesome, thanks i'll look into them.