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Is there a way that the files many of you insert in your post could be done a different way? Speaking for myself but maybe many others I find it hard to open them on a iPhone. I rarely use my computer for this forum. Maybe a new thread could be started on this so others could look it up and find it. 
For example sake Tom’s recent attachment about  the slip yoke is not an easy file to open even trying different methods.  

Dave thanks I think he was at the Gathering in 2022 also?  

21 hours ago, Simplysmn said:

If you need tires bbwheels.com, simpletire.com

Thanks Val for the links.

Can’t tell if that’s just a shadow and hopefully it is because it looks as if  the differential pc that holds the U joint in place looks broke? In either case it does look spread out.

Yep I use Google Earth, coupled with the campground/resort site map also. Just interested in some newer technology. Pretty impressive stuff, especially if your traveling long distances and need to lock one in.  

Thanks Dennis, that’s the real life experience I was looking for with the post. One day sitting on the side of the highway is not good. A tow wouldn’t be out of the question if it came to that. I decided I’m not going to let that weigh in on my decision. I would bet those that had to settle for what a tire shop could bring out to them didn't want to do a tow off the highway🤷

Here is a great interactive tire calculator to play with. Shows std specs and has overlay options.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/tirecalc?tires=275-80r22.5-295-75r22.5

1 hour ago, Tom Cherry said:

I was able to find TWO new Toyo's in California as well as in the Reno & Tahoe area.  Schwab had them.  We have had folks that have had to have tires replaced in all sorts of conditions. The 295/80 is WAY MORE EASY TO FIND.  NOW, if you call a Truck Stop.  NOPE....them puppies are hard to git....as in we sell OTR Truck Tires.

BUT, if you start using the web and find authorized dealers for tires, you can chase down dealers.  I have three dealers, maybe 4 in the Raleigh area that were Toyo dealers.

NOW, if you worry about replacement....then Bridgestone and Michelin would be the brand...  BUT, again, many folks have switched.  I would NOT run a different brand, even in the same size, on the rear....much less the front.  Tires are out there....Or I could be scared to drive my wife's ATS or my C7 Vette...as we have run flats and they are like "scarce as hen's teeth", but we have never had any issues.

 

Yes, that’s it. Just wanting to get a feel for what might I might encounter so that’s why I called around to some local very large tire shops that do roadside. They trying to steer me away from the 295/80 because of THEIR availability. I didn’t like the smaller option at all. So it would be best because of this obstacle to just source it yourself and go from there.

7 minutes ago, cbr046 said:

I just installed 275/70's on ours, replacing same size and brand (Sumitomo).  Size is what the placard said!

A /80 tire will be lower profile and handle a little better, but a 295 is a wider tire . . . .

When I air-down I can barely get my fingers between fender and tire (275/70), so be careful what you size up.

- bob

 

The 75 or the 80 is the percentage height of the width of the tire. Multiply .75 or .80 x the width. The 80’s are taller. 

Thank you Tom, yes I’m aware of all that and have done the comparisons. Loads and G vs H which affects the loads and  CIP. The info I’m looking for has anyone had difficulty finding 295/80’s on the rd. The couple places I called as mentioned say they don’t really keep that size for emergency rd side service. I’ve read on some threads somewhere that because that size is not so readily available, they had to buy two tires for the front when only needing the one.

13 minutes ago, JetAburner said:

I'm running Toyo 295/80s on my Windsor and love em. Yes, at highway speed the speedo reads slow, approx 5 to 7 mph, but I like how they drive and the higher weight rating. My nav GPS gives my exact speed. I didn't have a problem getting them, but then I used my old big rig tire shop. You should have better luck at a truck tire dealer.

Yes I am shopping the big truck centers because I feel I can get their opinion on road side replacement service for that size if needed.    You shouldn’t get a incorrect mph reading running the tire size that’s OE. My reading is off because of the slightly smaller incorrect tire size. 

Coach calls for 295/80’s finding out if needed on the rd could be hard to come by? Last owner installed 275/80’s can still handle my weight but not ideal because of CIP needed and mph offset. What experience have any of you had on the rd with a need for a 295/80 tire. I called around and most say they may only carry one or two for that need but could be a yr old or so. Trying to keep my circumference close to OE tires. 

I’m open to any, but really looking for real life experiences. I’ll take a look at their free trial. Thanks Martin

Jim did you attempt to search for the driveshaft or is that not a option?

Maybe the long Monaco flap saved the Honda from damage. 

Roughly 20-24” long tops

As you discovered you can’t trust that small bubble level. I would continue to use your other level although kinda big to hall around. Maybe a inexpensive 2’ level. Doesn’t need to be perfect IMO. 

Just to add, I did see that CampgroundReviews.com offers a free 24hr trial. 

Has anyone subscribed to any of these type of websites that show views, either still or video drive thru’s of campgrounds showing the site #’s? I know you have to join this service and I believe there are a few out there. I’m sure the data base is limited but hopefully growing. What’s your experiences?

First place I would look is all the way up and the off ramp and work back from there. 

I’m hoping since we haven’t heard from him for a few hrs he’s out looking for it🤞

If safe to do so can you buy some binoculars and look for it maybe from the outer rd? Wear a bright safety vest while your out there doing so. Retrieving it safely is an issue, but if you see it maybe the wrecker can retrieve it because he has all the emergency lights and safety gear. He could even call the trooper if that would help do it safer. Good luck.

Have you recovered the drive shaft? Are you talking trans cooler hose or radiator hose? I would hope that Cummins shop would help you out. Send them some pics of your damage, that might help persuade them. 
 

Kevin just a FYI if you didn’t know SCA’s and DCA’s are the same just called something different.

SCA - Supplemental Coolant Additive

DCA - Diesel Coolant Additive 

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1 hour ago, 96 EVO said:

Did you have holes in your cylinder liners?

Short answer is no, fortunately. But it did involve a radiator replacement and more. 
Radiator replacement had nothing to do with coolant. New coolant was just needed because of the radiator work.