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Forum: Class B+ 04-21-2021, 06:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,879
Posted By CaryL
My 2017 BT 5245 has 2 speakers in the dash, 2...

My 2017 BT 5245 has 2 speakers in the dash, 2 speakers in the ceiling, and 2 speakers outside on the passenger side. They are all controlled by the dashboard radio. They were present when I bought...
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-31-2021, 05:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,889
Posted By CaryL
Thanks for the compliment on the sewer hose...

Thanks for the compliment on the sewer hose storage. It really worked out well. It did take trimming the vinyl post to just the right length to get it to clear the angle to get into position.

I...
Forum: New Member Introductions 03-29-2021, 08:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,889
Posted By CaryL
Hello and welcome to the Owners Forum. I...

Hello and welcome to the Owners Forum.

I have a 2017 5245 which we bought new off the lot. So ordering one may give you a choice of options that could really complete your expectations.

We...
Forum: Class B+ 02-05-2021, 12:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 11,480
Posted By CaryL
Hi Macman43, check out this posting from...

Hi Macman43, check out this posting from Beachnut:
https://www.gsowners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6332

They had a custom mattress created for the 5245 that was 2 sections with a fabric "hinge"...
Forum: Class B+ 12-11-2020, 04:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,494
Posted By CaryL
I modified my BT5245 with a simple change. The...

I modified my BT5245 with a simple change. The power lead to the backup camera going to the original radio was powered by a tap to the rear passenger side backup light. So when putting the...
Forum: Class B+ 11-16-2020, 06:20 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,121
Posted By CaryL
5245 leaning when slide out extended

My 3 year old 5245 now leans to the driver side when the slide out is extended.
Has anyone encountered this and successfully used helper springs or other corrections?

thanks
Forum: Class B+ 11-16-2020, 05:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,879
Posted By CaryL
Hi and welcome to the community. I am just...

Hi and welcome to the community.

I am just beginning the project of opening my BT5245 overhead TV cabinet space. There is a tremendous amount of unused space up there. I will be doing the...
Forum: Class B+ 11-10-2020, 06:06 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 47,764
Posted By CaryL
I just opened behind my TV and yes found there is...

I just opened behind my TV and yes found there is a great amount of space back there.
For a winter project I will finish it out as well.


Questions:
My concern is insulating against noise and...
Forum: Class B+ 06-28-2020, 03:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,440
Posted By CaryL
Wow - thanks everyone! Every entry has...

Wow - thanks everyone!

Every entry has additional info on different aspects of the tire needs for a motorhome.

This is extremely valuable and much appreciated!

I hope other newbies read...
Forum: Class B+ 06-15-2020, 06:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,440
Posted By CaryL
Larry, Once again I am most appreciative for...

Larry,

Once again I am most appreciative for your help.

Everything you said now clearly explains the dual setup and many factors to consider.


This is all extremely valuable.

thank...
Forum: Class B+ 06-14-2020, 08:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,440
Posted By CaryL
Hi Larry, Many thanks to you for contributing...

Hi Larry,
Many thanks to you for contributing your time and expertise in responding. You have outlined a lot of excellent points to consider. I hope other folks read your pointers as they could keep...
Forum: Class B+ 06-09-2020, 03:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,440
Posted By CaryL
Tire Jack and Lug Tools?

I have BT Cruiser 5245 with an Ford E-350 Super Duty chassis. Per the included Ford owners manual it shows how to change a tire and use the jack but it doesn't say where it is stored. I have searched...
Forum: New Member Introductions 05-31-2020, 03:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,140
Posted By CaryL
Hello Charlie4, Welcome to the forum. I have...

Hello Charlie4,

Welcome to the forum. I have a BT 5245 and am a newbie as well.

I agree with everything Leisure Time Larry posted and here is a couple more thoughts.


Searching this site...
Forum: Class B+ 02-03-2020, 11:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,122
Posted By CaryL
CAP many thanks for the meticulous album of...

CAP many thanks for the meticulous album of pictures of the damage. It looks like a real nightmare that hopefully your input can save the rest of us.

Unfortunately 5k for all the work done looks...
Forum: Class B+ 02-02-2020, 11:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,122
Posted By CaryL
I have a 2018 bt 5245 as well. I have noticed...

I have a 2018 bt 5245 as well. I have noticed silver shavings on the floor after extending slide out. I have not been able to identify the source. So far the flooring appears solid level and dry....
Forum: Gulfstream General Discussions 11-10-2019, 03:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,161
Posted By CaryL
fyi I wired mine to the parking lights. I didn't...

fyi I wired mine to the parking lights. I didn't have to install an extra switch, and I just tapped into wiring in the back for the parking lights.

This way if I am towing a vehicle or someone is...
Forum: Class B+ 10-14-2019, 07:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,481
Posted By CaryL
I plan to removed my batteries, put in the...

I plan to removed my batteries, put in the basement where the temperature is constant, checked water level, (only add distilled water if needed) and put on a tickle charger/maintainer for the winter....
Forum: Class B+ 09-30-2019, 07:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,302
Posted By CaryL
Hi bbaluski! Thanks for publishing the...

Hi bbaluski!
Thanks for publishing the installation process and all the pictures. This looks great. I don't understand why I got the answer I received when I checked into it for the 5245. I will...
Forum: Class B+ 09-23-2019, 06:13 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 47,764
Posted By CaryL
I love this idea! We have a power outlet in the...

I love this idea! We have a power outlet in the cabinet for the TV. Did you re-mount that somewhere? Also what hinge setup did you use for the TV?
Forum: Class B+ 08-30-2019, 05:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,297
Posted By CaryL
For the 5245, I had to remove the cabinet face...

For the 5245, I had to remove the cabinet face panel in the kitchen where the water heater was positioned. The panel was just held in by 4 wood screws. I had to get to the back side of the water...
Forum: Class C 08-30-2019, 05:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,742
Posted By CaryL
Solon4378, It was Beachnut and her husband that...

Solon4378, It was Beachnut and her husband that put in the hinge. But I agree a pic of the hinge and design of the mattress would be a great help.

FYI - I relocated my water pump to under the...
Forum: Class B+ 08-29-2019, 06:10 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 47,764
Posted By CaryL
Thanks for all the updates. Did you get the...

Thanks for all the updates. Did you get the Helwig front sway bar for the Ford F-53 Motorhome Chassis (1 3/4 diameter) ?
Forum: Class B+ 08-27-2019, 05:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,359
Posted By CaryL
FYI-I cut out the 45 degree elbow and directly...

FYI-I cut out the 45 degree elbow and directly cemented in the hose connector fitting. It raised the plumbing about 4 inches. Definitely a good improvement. thanks everyone for your help and...
Forum: Class B+ 08-21-2019, 05:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,359
Posted By CaryL
no, mine is all ABS fittings that have been glued...

no, mine is all ABS fittings that have been glued in place. The only thing that moves is the cap covering the final 45 degree elbow.
Forum: Class B+ 08-18-2019, 03:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,359
Posted By CaryL
Here is the old!

Well a picture is definitely a big help. It looks like they did a major rework of the outlet for the 2020. FYI-here are 2 pics of what they did in the 2018!
Thanks for sending the picture!
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