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Like Irvin said, the walls are thin and you need to hit a stud to hand any real weight BUT the problem is locating them. Travel trailer walls are not set up like a standard wall of a house where everything is based on 16" centers. Even when you are positive you know where a stud is located you...

We had the 74" mattress but I replaced the lift up storage lid with a longer board by 6" giving us the full 80". I used 3/4" birch plywood for the lid that is still strong enough to support large adults sitting on the longer overhang at the bottom of the bed. We extended the existing mattress...

Here are several links to other threads concerning this issue. I don't think that there was a definitive answer to the problem but there is more information: http://www.northtrailtalk.com/showthread.php?t=203&highlight=bubble http://www.northtrailtalk.com/showthread.php?t=620&highlight=bubble...

I have a different model than you have but mine is located under the upper cabinets. You would have to look up under the cabinets to see it. Mike

Welcome!! Let us know how your maiden voyage goes!

Thanks Irwin! Mike

A/C and Microwave should work together Creecher (Heartland Rep) has tested this and says that they should both work at the same time. He suggested it may be a defective main breaker. I have no more details at this time but you can read his response at...

Before removing the anode plug be sure to relieve the pressure in the water lines. I didn't relieve the pressure..... once. :o Mike

It pains me deeply to say this but it is true ON SOME MODELS. The North Trail and Sundance models come with 30 AMP service. I have read about this happening to others (http://www.northtrailtalk.com/showthread.php?t=1005) and had it occur to us this past weekend. It was a surprise but...

Reading this and some of your other posts makes me think you have little experience RVing. Before purchasing your $30k RV you may want to try renting one. This would let you try towing; take the kids with you to see if they like camping; and generally get the feel of what is involved. If you...

I almost bought from Lakeshore. However, after talking with a Heartland rep and a local dealers I learned that the local dealers would do any warranty work needed BUT I would be at the bottom of the list with preference given to the dealers own customers. I didn't like that but appreciated...

Irwin is correct about getting the rig weighed. After I bought my NT, I took the time to educate myself on towing and how to tow correctly. There are plenty of good websites that have great information on how to setup the hitch and tow correctly. Read them and print out pages about 'how to...

We were unaware of the upgraded pillow top mattress when we purchased ours. We got the shorter mattress, 74". The updated mattress is 78". The newer TTs have a permanent wall separating the bedroom. Our model has a curtain, which we really like. I was able to replace the lid over the storage...

I measured mine when I first got it. I have: TV Shelf Short Side – 13 Long Side – 28 Width – 19½ Height - 15½ Diagonally - 25 I have a little 13" that I use but I plan to mount a nice LCD above the bar. Check out the pics and the forum...

Is it possible to install a remote thermometer in the basement to help monitor the temperature? Mike

Do all the vents have an equal amount of hot air coming out? Some of the heating ducts maybe compressed in the walls and floor. There has also been an issue with too much air coming out of the bathroom vents which can be fixed with new adjustable vent cover to block the heat. Many people...

We bought ours June 2008. We had a smaller TT and have never bought a new one. We liked the openness of it; lots of storage, light weight for towing, layout, fit and finish, extra room for guests, lots of counter space. My wife didn't want carpeting or the necessity to make up and tear down...

Did the dealer go through a Pre Delivery Inspection (PDI) with you? They should have explained this during this 'walk-through'.

When we started looking for ours 28BHS the difference in cost between a used or new unit was small enough that it made more sense to purchase a new one. Another consideration is that Heartland has changed this model over the last few years. The newest models have diamond plate on the front of...

That's correct, Pete. The server only knows the time you request data from the server. Once you get the thread to your PC you read it all locally on your PC. The next activity the server sees is when you request more data from the PC. (Watch the spinning "actvity" icon on your browser.) If the...

Welcome to Heartland!! The link to HOOT is pretty good for adding connections and detailed for a 5vr. Here is another link to check out. It is on a different forum but you will find most of the people there are also on Heartland Owners Forum as well. The link is to a modification list...

I had the same issue with my tanks being mislabeled but I had the dealer correct it along with other issues. After buying a new TT there are usually things that the dealer needs to address. Just keep a running list as you find things and have the dealer fix them all in one trip. I was surprised...

Welcome to the family!! We almost bought our TT from Muskegon Michigan but decided to get ours closer to home (Medina) in case there were any issues. We bought ours in July and love it. The only sad thing is that it is harder to camp when there is snow on the ground. :( You may also want to...

Congratulations on your purchase. We bought ours earlier this year from Avalon in Medina. I had our 28BHS in for service before we store it for the winter and it is still sitting up in their lot. As I am sure you know, we have had two weeks of snowy weather and I don't want to drive it over...

How are you determing that the gray water is full?? My monitor panel doesn't seem very accurate so I use it more of a guide. Also, my last TT had the water from the shower and bathroom sink go into the black water tank. On my new TT, all the water except for the toilet goes into the gray...

Here is a link to another forum specifically for North Trail Travel Trailers. There are lots of good people and information just like this forum. Please check it out. http://www.northtrailtalk.com/ Mike

Yep, my bad. I tend to forget about all the fulltimers who are fortunate enough to be able to follow that lifestyle. I am probably just jealous. :D It seems that when issues like this occur, Heartland is able to locate a dealer who is able to help those folks on the road. Maybe Heartland can...

This past summer we decided on the TT we wanted and started looking for the "best price". I had my choice between a dealer 1½ hours away and another that was 4 hours away. The furthest dealer was about $1700 cheaper. Sounds like a no brainer, right? Well, just like Cookie, I was told point blank...

I have made a few trips with our new 28BHS and I do OK with my Silverado which is like yours but 4WD. I would like to have more truck but it is probably more peace-of-mind than a necessity. I am sure that the more I tow with it the more comfortable I will feel. I have a single friction sway...

Jchatt, Welcome to the Heartland Family! Here's the link to the North Trail website: http://www.northtrailtalk.com/ Hope to see you there! Mike

The low point drains are between the back left stabilizer and the bumper. Mine are tucked up very high and are hard to see. You may need to lay down underneath and look up to find them. The fresh water tank drain is on the right side between the steps and the wheels.

My 2 cents I thought I would jump in here since I went thru this a few months ago. I have a 1/2 ton Silverado and I would fear for my life if I had to pull a TT that weighed ~ 1700 lbs more than my 28BHS. If I could, I would certainly purchase a new TV of 3/4 ton or larger. When towing, I...

Welcome to the Heartland Family!! I have only had mine a few months but I think I can help you out. Heartland makes it changes throughout the model year. When there is a new modification they make it as soon as possible so you don't have to wait until the next model year. I am unsure about...

We ordered our 28BHS in June and it was delivered in July without any of these updates.:( I would really love to have them on our TT. However, I am glad HL makes these updates when needed instead of waiting till the next model year. We did get the two drawer storage under the bed.:) Mike

I was told that the model number is the inside dimensions and not the bumper to hitch length. Our 28BHS is 31' from bumper to hitch. I am not sure if 5th wheels are measured the same. Mike

I have just purchased a 28BHS and the same truck as VietvetUSMC. We have moderate hills here and I generally drive ~60-65 MPH on the interstate. I have been getting 10-11 mpg on my first trip out with my gross weight at 12,400#. If you are interested in North Trails, you may want to check out...

Welcome Aboard! I haven't been here very long but it is a great forum for information. If all the threads are any indication, Heartland makes a great product. You may also want to check out another forum that is only about the North Trails: http://www.northtrailtalk.com/ . Mike

I believe this is known problem but the factory is not sure what is causing it. I think they are unable to reproduce the problem. You may want to check out the North Trail Talk forum. It is set up for North Trail owners and has thread on this...