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I went with the Echo SRM 2620. Picked it up this past Sat during the 20% off sale. I used it tonight for the first time. So far I am happy with it. TY all!!!

Definitely looking at a ~mid level commercial model. My 14 yr old Shindaiawa T230 is proof it’s worth the extra money!!! I grew up using craftsmen trimmers. They worked, but as mentioned they don’t last. TY all!!!

Forgot to mention that a somewhat local Echo dealer is having a 20% sale this Sat. Just need to find out if they will have the 2620 in stock or not.

I have been looking at buying a new trimmer to replace my 14yr old Shindaiwa T230. I am looking at another Shindaiwa, the T242, and an Echo 2620. I have considered the Redmax, but for the money feel the Shindaiwa or Echo is the better value, plus a 5yr warranty! Anyone use one of these trimmers, or a similar model to the ones I am looking at? I know Echo owns Shindaiwa, and the trimmers are similar to each other. Not interested in other trimmers due to dealer support if needed. TY!

Looking good so far!!! Keep the updates coming when you are able to.

Thats awesome!!! How far of a trip is it from where you park the truck/car to the property? Sounds similar to my in-laws cabin in Northern Ontario. It's either across the lake by boat or sled to get to the cabin. Looking forward to pics of the progress.

Bear, Congrats on the Jay Flight 27 BHS!!! Yes, we may be a little partial to Jayco as we have a 32 BHDS. The yellow sticker in the tt that shows the weight as it rolled off the assembly line does include the full propane tanks weight, but I still can't find info as to if it includes the battery weight. I was referring to the brochure weights as they can be very misleading. From what I have found, the brochure weights don't even include the weight of options, even those options which are "mandatory". As I understand the yellow payload sticker that is in the drivers door jamb does not include a driver, but think (haven't found any confirmation) that the yellow payload stickers does state the rated payload with a full tank of fuel. The yellow sticker states : "ALL OCCUPANTS and cargo not to exceed: XXXXlbs". All occupants means all of the drivers weight needs to be counted as well. Now if you are referring to the tow rating, that did include 1-150lb driver, but as I understand with the new tow rating now includes 2-150lb occupants in the truck, with a 10% tw. Hope all goes well with buying the new truck!!! Keep us posted.

Bear, Welcome and congrats on the new tt!!! What did you guys get??? As mentioned, with any 1500/150 tow vehicle (truck or suv), it will usually max/exceed the payload limit before reaching the max tow rating. Look for the yellow sticker in the drivers door of your 'burb, as well as any possible new truck if you decide to go that route. It states "All occupants and cargo not to exceed: XXXXlbs". That is the rated payload for that vehicle as it rolled off the assembly line, before any accessories have been added. I disagree with Kenzie regarding 150lbs for a driver being in addition to the stated sticker payload. I post this based on the wording of the sticker- "ALL OCCUPANTS...". To me that means any occupant in the vehicle, which includes all of the driver weight. How much does the whole family weigh, what do you anticipate hauling in the rear of the burb or truck bed (cooler(s), firewood, bikes, etc), what accessories do you think you may add to a truck (step bars, tonneau cover or truck cap/topped, etc)? Add those weights up plus the ~100lbs for the wdh, and see what's left from the yellow sticker as mentioned. Keep in mind the average rv owner adds about 1000lbs to the "brochure" dry weight if the trailer. So you could be very close to 8000lbs all loaded up for a trip. And with a 12-15% tw, that could be ~ 960lbs-1200lbs tw. For a tt, you generally need 12-15% of the loaded trailer weight to be tw. Obviously this will vary from trailer to trailer, but in a lot of cases having a lower tw can and will result sway which can be very dangerous. While the E4 is a great wdh system, the integrated sway control could mask a light tw issue until it's to late, so still be careful loading! Speaking of tw, the "brochure" dry tw usually does not include the weight of the propane tanks or a battery on the tongue. That adds ~120lbs for 2-20lb tanks and a battery, or ~160lbs for 2-30lb tanks and a battery before even loading the trailer with anything else. So to answer the big question, will your burb tow the trailer? Yes, it will. But pending on the family weight, and actual loaded tw, you may be over the payload, and possibly the rear axle rating. Same thing with a 1500 GM Truck, pending the family/cargo/accessories/tw total and what towing options the new truck has. Do go for the NHT Max Tow package if you stay with a 1500. 5.3 would probably do the job with the NHT option, but the 6.2 would do it better towing cross country. If you go for a 2500HD, gas or diesel will do the job. Just depends on how much you want to spend, and if you like keeping the motor rpms down or don't mind letting the motor rev if needed to make it up inclines. With the gasser you may need to let the motor rev 3k + when towing depending on the terrain. Good luck!!!

Zuneee, Congrats on the new truck!!! As for being a good match with your current tt, more info is needed. With 1800+lbs of payload, you are ahead of the game. Total family weight? With a bunkhouse, guessing you guys have at least one kid, maybe two? Remember they will continue to get heavier if still growing. How much cargo weight (coolers, bikes, firewood, etc) is usually in the truck bed? Your tw is at least 800lbs, before loading the trailer with anything beyond the 2-30lb propane tanks and a battery on the tongue. The tanks and battery usually aren't included in the "brochure" dry weight. Plus ~100lbs for the wdh set up. Hopefully your good to go!!! Don't forget any accessories you add to the truck lowers the payload. Enjoy the new truck!!!

Yes they are!!! Crazy, isn't it!!!

Stacks of frames waiting to enter the Flint Truck Plant.... Very early stage of the build! Lol

Could this be one of our fellow members new truck???? Wish the pic came out better....

Could this be one (or more) of our members future trucks in the infancy stage??? Was about the best pic I could get.....

SMC, Nice looking Jay Flight! 32 BHDS? No wdh though?

Nice travel trailers! I know what you mean by long, our's is 35'8" overall according to Jayco, just under 8k lb dry. The room inside is awesome though. East, Dual slide on your 31 BHPR?

What size tt is that Kenzie?

TY for the reply Chevor! Safe travels!!!

That Rockwood looks HUGE! Lol It is my understanding that twisting the chains like that is not good for them if somethings happens that they are needed??? Great idea on the long lock! I use a d shaped snap pin to capture the breakaway cable. Usually the electric cable seems fine. May have to borrow that though! Do you deliver snowmobile trailers also? If so, have you found it to be similar with the v shaped front with crosswind? That is interesting to learn that!

Will, Nice looking rig!!! It was our first real trip (whole family) also last Wed- Mon. Just my wife and I went out (no boys) for a w/e trip, but didn't spend much time at the campground.

Our new '16 Jayco Jay Flight 32 BHDS Over halfway to the campground Arriving at the campground last Wed Some great tow pics!!!! Keep posting them!!!

Sunrise over the Flint Truck Plant! I know it's not a truck, but a large number of our trucks have been born there!

Awesome pics in this thread!

This is the latest I have, taken last sled season. Mods in sig.

On our way home from our South Higgins Lake State Park trip.

TY! Just the idea of the door direct to the bathroom, as you mentioned is awesome eliminating traffic through the trailer.