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  1. chaplady

    Buying an RV at a RV show

    From my experience at the factory tour the QC that's being spoken of is after unit is built, i didn't observe any type of QC at the individual stations. At the end of the line outside I saw people inside with tape note pads doing mostly cosmetic inspections of obvious defects. Once built the...
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    Need some guidance on a 2021 cyclone 4270

    Also leave about 5 gallons of water in black tank after dumping and using the blank tank sprayer till clear water comes out. Get a clear plastic adaptor put on end of sewer pipe so you can see what's coming out.
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    Need some guidance on a 2021 cyclone 4270

    For blank tank i use Unique Digest It (liquid) im pretty happy with it. Other stuff I've tried never seem to break the waste down very well. Use Scott toilet paper (septic safe) single wrapped rolls
  4. chaplady

    2014 Heartland bighorn 36tb

    We had a issue with no heater no blower would come on when turning thermostat on. Ended up being a control board up in the living room air conditioner on the roof went bad.
  5. chaplady

    Need to find the ceiling fan for 2011 Landmark Augusta

    I bought replacement fan blades when old ones tagged and I broke one on slide coming in. So watch out if your blades are sagging
  6. chaplady

    New Bighorn line up??

    Be nice if there was improvement on build quality vs bling
  7. chaplady

    Water in front storage

    I have a 2018 big horn the floor in my storage area had to be replaced. Culprit was no sealant used around bay door frames when installed on both sides.
  8. chaplady

    Compact portable AC options (Canada)

    We use a 20 in box fan to help circulate the air when we are on 30 amp sites it helps alot
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    2019 Heartland landmark 365

    Recently has my basement floor replaced in my 2018 big horn. Shop found lack of sealant around door frames on both sides as root cause of problem
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    Cable Internet at a campground?

    Stayed @ 4 seasons campground for a year while working in 2020. Wife went to xfinity office picked up upgraded boxes for cable TV Campground did have a contract with them at that time. All worked well. Did not use xfinity internet at that time too expensive. Made out fine with my hot spot...
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    Shower backup

    Had issue slow draining shower had to flip up that drain cover in shower and clean out the drain itself
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    That's interesting, Jensen player on and off

    I have the same problem with mine Jensen too replaced it still have issue. Traced to back to when my rig voltage drops below 13 volts the radio acts up. I have a voltage drop issue. When voltage is at 13.2 radio works fine. My 2018 Big Horn is currently in shop now they are tracing down...
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    City water going into fresh water tank no matter where the wet bay valve is set to on 2017 big horn 3160el

    Possibile its the checkvalve in water pump. You can purchase a checkvalve the scews on between pump discharge and discharge hose. Had same issue that what and how i resolved the issue
  14. chaplady

    2015 BigHorn 3010 RE - Constantly Draining from Freshwater drain tube

    I had same issue mine was checkvalve went back. I brought a checkvalve and installed it on discharge side of pump. Issue corrected.
  15. chaplady

    Hi everyone from my husband and myself

    It was cold when i left Minnesota in middle of October. Good luck what ever you decide inspect it well make sure everything is checked out including shower track door drain are facing into the shower.
  16. chaplady

    1st time 5th wheel owner; HELP!

    My best learnings was talking with others about their experiences how the mitigated solution or what potential issues one might run into while using camper. Manuals arent going to give you that knowledge which to me was priceless and prevented alot of headaches
  17. chaplady

    Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah

    Same to you all
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    City water hose freezing at night.

    Turn your light on at docking station place foil insulation on the bottom of UDC and the door to help insulate. Use a heated water hose. Some use heat lamps behind the wall inside storage bay where pump is located to help heat are. If your using alternative heat source besides your camper...
  19. chaplady

    Installing RV satellite question....

    I opted not to mount my tail gater as ive seen times were people could not use their satellite due to obstruction. I have tripod so i can move my dish around
  20. chaplady

    City Water not running through Faucets

    Do you have water pressure at end of hose connecting to camper? If so next step ( ive done this before ) is hose connected to water inlet and not black tank spray cleaner? Check inlet screen and water diverting valve( anderson valve) to make sure its correctly set for city water. If no...
  21. chaplady

    Using a lot of gas... is this normal?

    Sounds normal put insulation up over windows that will help like the summer sun screen for cars help block cold. Also i brought adapter and hose to use a 100 lbs cylinder and a portable infered heater. Still need furnace to run so water lines dont freeze up but helps take chill off couch area...
  22. chaplady

    Water running out when city water is connected

    Had same issue fresh water tank filling up on city water. Mine was the check valve in water pump failed. Installed check valve discharge side of pump problem solved
  23. chaplady

    Can anyone spot the rookie mistake

    Awning not going to clear tree
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    Advice on service center

    Whar you dont know is are any wall support welds damaged thats going to show up later. I would want some type of protection against future issue caused by their actions. CEO of campworld advertiese if your not happy call his office. I dont have that number off hand but should be easy to get.
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    2017 Newport winter camping

    Couple added things i did when staying in mine for winter the foil insulation like sun screen for cars i put over my windows inside to help block cold air i used blue painters tape to hold it in place left one or 2 open , also an infrared heater to help heat , left light on in udc and placed...
  26. chaplady

    Water pressure

    Check incoming water pressure to trailer see if its low. Then check any inlet screens in hose conections and filters to see if there is a clogged or partially clogged screen. I had issue once traced it back to clogged screen inpressure regulator changed out problem resolved
  27. chaplady

    Brand New 2022 Bighorn 35BH - cannot extend landing jacks

    My level up has a inline fuse going to pump. It inline with wiring not on buss bar. I over extended once during the auto level blew this fuse. Took me a few minutes to figure it out due to it looking like power was in place
  28. chaplady

    Never again. Heartland slide out problem

    Oddly enough when my rotten slide floor was repair tech said he found a wire pinched in the window gasket that added to the leaking.
  29. chaplady

    Water pouring out under fifth wheel-

    I had issue with my water tank filling while on city water, check valve went bad on water pump. Id find water coming out overflow because of it
  30. chaplady

    Hi everyone from my husband and myself

    Agrees with Rv shows , also look online at floor plans then try to find a dealer where you can go see the floor plan. We sat in the model we were interested in for an hour talked about things we like things we didnt like, Better half wanted counter space around stove. Had to be able to open...
  31. chaplady

    Hi everyone from my husband and myself

    Lol i just end up in living room couch most times when our dog kicks me out lol Bill
  32. chaplady

    Hi everyone from my husband and myself

    I prefered the 5th wheel little bit more stable platform in towing since pin weight is over rear axle not rear bumper, more storeage traveling with 2 dogs gives up more interior space. Pros vs motor home in my opinion, youd have to tow a vehicle to site see in once you get to area you want...
  33. chaplady

    Hi everyone from my husband and myself

    Well actually this was my wifes account i took it over lol Safe trip feel free to asked the questions Bill
  34. chaplady

    Hi everyone from my husband and myself

    Welcome to new adventures and great travels !!!
  35. chaplady

    Water pressure in sink/ shower not strong anymore after I opened blue and red valves underneath.

    Check your inline screens at water inlet hose connections. I found mine clogged up changed it higher pressure returned
  36. chaplady

    Never again. Heartland slide out problem

    Good Luck by time i found my damage under slide trailer was already 4 years old. Whats sad if you read post long enough you can see a theme of issues , HL should be able to see those themes too and asked the question why is it happening and instill corrections , valuable information to help...
  37. chaplady

    Never again. Heartland slide out problem

    I have a 2018 Big Horn slide rotten floor door side back end of slide, rain water rain off roof of slide down corner of slide underneath outer end of slide where wood edge was exposed. Trailer in shop 7 months due to back log of work on rv tech bussiness and close to 7 grand by time floor...
  38. chaplady

    Exterior White Water Line Leaking?

    Does it lead up to refrigerator? Ice maker water supply line?Mine is tied in at kitchen sink cold water line with a shut off valve. I have a big horn model
  39. chaplady

    Ford 6.7 DEF reductant heater increased warranty coverage

    I just called my Ford dealer they acknowledged the extension of warranty and is going to submitt paperwork to Ford for verification that my truck qualified as she stated its vin number dependant. Got fingers crossed
  40. chaplady

    New Heartland Mobile App Issues

    Got email back all is good 👍 Thanks
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