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We have enjoyed our 08, 2900MK Sundance and are now looking to purchase a a new 2017/18. We really like the frameless windows on the 16's, but were told it isn't available in the 2017's? The other brands we're considering are going to frameless windows, so it was really surprising to hear...

To me the picture looks like the wall studs/ bracing showing through a standard RV vacu-bonded bonded wall structure. Mine does has same thing and I noticed all the other makes do the same thing if they have the laminated bonded wall system ( in certain temps). Only the hung wall construction...

My 08 2900MK came with shocks as part of the 16" wheel 6000lb axle upgrade. I did notice the standard 15" wheels / 5000 lb axles do not have shocks.

:( Deron 1, I have some bad news for you! Your DOT code is the exact same DOT code as what was on Previous China bomb Unicorn Express tires that came from the factory on my 2900MK. If you download the latest DOT codes, you'll find 83 is a plant in mainland China and the B5 is the tire type...

Hi, Go look at the DOT codes and put up on here. From the DOT codes we'll be able to tell what country and what plant the tires were made in. Based on the name, I have a feeling these are China made. Only way to know for sure is off of the DOT codes. By the way, congratulations on the new...

If you're in a position to get the 16" rims and 6000lb axles, I would do it in a heartbeat!!! No matter how folks try to justify it, that size and weight of trailer with just normal loading is going to max out or be very close to the max rating of the average 15" ST D load rated tire. Why...

That may be true for the warranty period, but many of us have latent issues ( post warranty) that have shown up after the warranty period expires. While feedback from dealer Warranty work orders to the factory is great, it will only make a lasting difference if the data broken down and analyzed...

Keep than cover really tight!!! I was a fan of covers until one year my cover came loose ( on my previous 5'er) and I didn't notice it till spring. I agree a cover can really help with UV damage reduction and keep the trailer looking nicer, but if any of the cover is too loose fitting or is...

I agree with the previous poster, the plug that goes from your trailer to the truck is the first place to look. While looking into the front of the trailer connecting plug, look for anything that would be causing at least two of the pins to short out. It could be any thing from a broken plug...

RVFUN4US, Stay clear of using the TBC tires and Good year marathons made in china. My brother went into Less Schwab to get new trailer tires a month ago and told them he did NOT want anything made in china!!! They told him their power king tires were made by TBC and were American made. We'll...

John L, Overall we love our 2008 Sundance 2900MK. However, we're beginning to develop squeaks in the floor. Of particular annoyance is the loudest squeak right when you enter the coach ( just inside the door entry). I talked to a couple of local dealers and they indicate the only way to fix...

Gee....I wish I had thought of the just buying the fabric. Here is a heads up if you plan to just add window boxes on the sides of the windows. The top window valance boxes on outside 2 large windows of main slide are not the same depth as the other top valances boxes in the coach. When...

JohnM, Like Netem said, the easiest thing would be to order an 09 model with all the upgrades. Trust me, I thought about it. After considering taxes and depreciation, it just wasn't financially worth it for a few upgrades. We decided the window boxes were a priority along with the sink, so...

We had a similar experience. We had a really hard rain ( all nighter) and heard dripping coming down from the shower skylight. I looked on the roof and everything looked fine, but I knew there was a problem. Upon a second very close inspection, I found a small crack in the skylight mounting...

My wife hated those "fake curtains", so I installed matching factory lambrequins/ window boxes on all my living area windows on my 08 Sundance 2900MK - It now looks like an 09 interior. It made a huge difference in the look and feel of the interior of the coach. I'll warn you now, it will be...

Boat to 5er, Congratulations on the New 2900 MK Sundance! We too have the 2900 MK and love the floorplan. You have the right perspective on owning an RV. Stuff can and will happen with any new RV/ trailer. While I've had my fair share of issues with my Sundance, I decided to just work...

CdnRver, I'm sorry to hear of your problems. I too own a 2900 MK and yes I have had a series of issues. I've owned many other RV's previous and all of them had issues at one time or another. That said, the newer RV's ( just like cars) have more features and options than older models; with more...

Fnbrndr, I just looked under my steps on my 08 2900 Mk and I do have easy access to my manual living rooom slide crank. It sits approx 3" out from the ( rear side) step mounting bracket. I attached the manual handle crank and it worked. I'll send you a picture if you'd like? I'm trying to...

Wow, WHAT A GREAT IDEA- Clearance / running light flasher that could simply plug into the seven wire plug in the event of a road side emergency where the trailer has to be left on the side of road - or - it could be used for stationary lighting effects by turning off the flasher. Sound like a...

Update: Problem Found We finally found the problem. It was a combination of problems. 1, The prodogy controller was found to be intermittent. 2, Rear wheel brake needed adjustment Replaced prodogy controller (warranty) and rear left brake shoe was adjusted. No more jerky or intermittent...

After reading this thread, I decided to check my landing gear and shafts for loose nuts. Well I found a nut missing on the right side transfer shaft. The shaft bolt was about to come out when I found it. I found the nut in the bottom of the pan and put it back on with loc-tite. I checked the...

Dale88fan, I initially had the same concerns about a kitchen slide, but after owning the 2900MK for a year, my fears were unfounded. The slide doesn't out move that far ( not as deep as the main slide). There is no water or plumbing on the slide, so no worries there, the only thing besides...

Hi Shanise25 Can you give us a little more detail... As others have stated, it is NOT normal to have water leaks. Does this happen when it just rains normally or only during high winds and rain? Also, when you say sometimes in the bedroom, exactly where are you finding water coming in...

Is it the main living slide or the kitchen slide you can't find the manual crank access hole for? I want to go out and check mine, so I want to be sure where and what I should be looking for? I'm glad to hear lippert is working with you.

We too have an 08 2900MK. We chose this floorplan due to wanting a coach under 32' in total length. It is hard to find a more liveable all-around floor plan for this length of coach. To answer your questions, we too had initial concerns with not being able to access the frigde and cabinets...

On a previous 5'er I owned, the slides rubber seals became sticky ( after a long period of non-use) and would not let the slide move out. I used the manual crank as others suggested to get the slide out, lubricated the slide seals with a factory recommended lubricant / conditioner and all was...

I have a 2900 MK. The hose that hangs down on the water heater ( Left side) is the fresh water tank drain. The Water heater drain is plug/ anode on the side of the water heater that is removed. The other two hoses that hang down under the step area are for the kitchen winterizing and are on...

When you ran the hose down the roof vent pipe, did you verify the water was going into the black tank? My only suggestion would be to run the hose in the roof vent high volume to verify there isn't a small obstruction? It sounds as if there is not enough air make-up to the tank when it is...

I was fighting the Black tank smell for a while until I finally figured out what was causing it. Here is a link to my thread from beginning to end. //heartlandowners.org/showthread.php?t=5873 In Summary, the single roof vent you have should be the black tank. Easy enough to verify by putting...

As Mrcomer indicated, it is totally normal. What you're seeing is the sidewall belt overlap valley. When I used to run USA made Marathons on my previous 5'er, I also noticed the very pronounced sidewall overlap valleys. I never had problem with my USA made marathons.

My most recent trip we traveled 640 Miles RT with some mountain terrian in Utah. I towed my fully loaded 2900 MK with an 03 2500 HD Duramax diesel 4x4 CC SB and averaged 13 MPG for whole trip. I do need to clarify this type of mileage was only acheived due to my larger 4" exhaust, cheesebox...

Bob & Patty, No surprise to me that you encountered Heartlands in Utah. We have a number of Heartland dealers in the State. In fact, I see a Sundace everyday as I pull into my driveway :rolleyes: . Seriously, Heartland products are very popular out here, especially the Big Horn and the...

Noticed a buldge in on one of my factory OEM china made tire at 1300 miles ( 4 months old). After getting it replaced at no-charge ( but with some hassle), I noticed yet another tire beginning to do the same thing. I purchased new Maxxis tires and no problems to date. I agree not all China...

I agree too many variables, but you can get a ball-park number by looking at your battery(s) and taking the total reserve amp hours and dividing by 8 amps. This number assumes the furnace is running all the time (100% duty cycle- worst case scenerio). If you assume it will only run 1/2 the time...

Jake, first of all congratulations on the new Sundance. I have found my Sundance to be more stable than any other than I previously owned. I too have pull horse trailers with a gooseneck, but I agree with the others, the gooseneck is not the ideal choice for the 5'ers travel trailers. Too...

Thanks for the suggestions! Yes, we turned down/ off the boost on prodigy. I highly suspect something is wrong with the left -Rear Wheel brake. It locks up well before the others. This morning that wheel squealed loudly when brakes were applied when coming to a slow stop. I had my D.W go...

On my last trip, we noticed when coming to slow stop, the braking action on the trailer would become very "grabby" and would almost put us through the TV windshield, even with the in-cab brake prodigy controller set to lower settings. The trailers brakes have been gradually getting more and more...

Another inch could be easily obtained with out any physical changes to the suspension. If you have ST tires, upgrading to a taller premium LT tire will gain you about an inch. This should get you to 6" of bed rail clearance and is the is norm for most 5'ers I've looked at. If you have stock...

That is great and timely information. I have a fan for the bedroom I haven't installed yet and was wondering about finding the 12 Volts. Now I know what color of wires to look for. Thanks!

Alligator, Yep...they're expensive!!! Depending on the wattage of the panel, prices can range from $12 / watt to as low as $4 / watt. A typical 100 W solar panel will run $550 -$600 each - wholesale, uninstalled. I've seen a few for just a little less on E-bay, but don't be fooled, not...