Re: [A/S] Info Request

Hi Richard,

I'm glad you stayed on the list.

Your tires are 10 years old, so yes.... time for new ones. There are
other good brands, when I get new ones I'm getting Hercules.... made in
the USA.
> 1. This trailer is dual axle and has three matching Goodyear Marathon tires (date code 2902), which I'm sure are original, and one mis-matched car tire. The Goodyears are sized ST175/80R13 and the automotive tire is a 185/70R13 (date code 2005). I know that the group will recommend a new set of tires and I believe that Goodyear Marathons made in the USA are, once again, considered desirable. Is this true? Or are there better tires out there for a reasonable cost?
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> 2. I will probably want to obtain a spare tire/wheel to haul with us. How can I determine size of wheel needed?>
Looks like you need a 13" wheel. How tiny is the trailer you bought?
Is it vintage?
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> 3. The A & E awning is pretty well deteriorated in the first wrap, otherwise is in good condition. Is there a way to have the fabric repaired or could the bad area simply be removed to yield an awning about a foot shorter. I could remove the fabric and ship it somewhere for repair if this is cost-effective vs. replacing the fabric with all new. Recommendations?>

I don't know. I need a new Zip Dee but can't afford one so I roll along
without.
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> 4. I need to purchase a weight-distributing hitch and am considering the Reese Pro-Series (Reese kit no. 49902) as it seems to be very favorably priced (about $250 with friction sway control delivered to my house). Does anyone have any experience with this hitch? Any cautions? I'm also considering the Eaz-Lift Elite hitch which costs about the same. Would this one be better?>

If I were you, I would get an Equil-I-Zer....... If I needed a new one
that's what I'd get. Lots of times they can be had off craigslist.
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> 5. The unit has an Atwood G6A-7 water heater which appears to be original (10 years) and the pilot light won't stay lit. Is this most likely a bad thermocouple? The water heater, otherwise, apears to be in good condition. If it's the thermocouple, is there a good on-line source to purchase just this part?

Beats me, someone will know.
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> Thanks for any and all help the group might offer.
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> Happy Camping,
> Richard Pittenger
> Troy, Ohio

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