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A week is a long time to run off batteries without recharging them. The amount of power needed for the initial setup of slides and jacks is going to put a nice dent in the battery. The furnace and hot water aren't drawing too much from the batteries as they just need to monitor when to turn on...

That’s a lot of RV for a SRW. The question isn’t really can the truck move it, it’s can it stop it reliably, or how comfortable is it going to feel when you get hit hard by a crosswind in the rain? I guess it would also come down to your usage as well. If you are only planning on shorter trips...

Which parts of the cable system are you trying to lube? The cables should be free-floating and shouldn't be rubbing on anything. I could see lubricating the pulleys so they spin freely, but I think they would do better with more of a grease to make sure it stays in place.

Glad you got it fixed! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

What kind of slide is it? Different kinds of slide-out systems require different types of maintenance.

Would this work? https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sanus-on-wall-cable-concealer-cord-cover-kit-for-mounted-tvs-holds-up-to-4-cables-white/6537749.p?skuId=6537749

Trying to jack up the RV by the frame on the side of the road safely is going to be very difficult. There is a lot of concern that jacking up the RV by the axle could lead to bent axles, which is fair. I opted to buy a kit from Safety Jack, which includes a cradle attachment for the axle that...

Hope you enjoy your 370flmb! We have the 2021 model and are a family of 8. The floor plan is great and it's nice having enough room to actually sit together as a family. We have had pretty good luck with it except for the cracks in the sidewall which we are still working with Heartland to get...

I don’t think it’s limited to Heartland. This slide system is used because it’s extremely light weight, and much cheaper than some of the other lightweight options. The issues are twofold. The installation must be fairly accurate so the alignment is right, and yearly maintenance (or more) is...

I think others have made some good points already about researching where you want to go. Our Milestone is just under 45ft and we have had some tight squeezes even though the site said we could fit. When you pull into a campground and all you see are pop up’s, and everyone is looking at you, you...

My tote will often be right around the same height as my sewer port. I have just gotten good at manipulating the sewer hose to drain as much out as possible before disconnecting. It takes some practice, but it’s manageable. Just make sure you leave enough room in the tote since the sewer hose...

Hope you found something that works for you. If not, we use a child lock on our fridge doors. We purchased them from Walmart. They have adhesive backings and have held the doors closed on some pretty rough roads. When we are not moving, we simply use a twist tie to hold it back and out of the...

We have cracks in the corners of our front slides on both sides. Ours is a 2021 and still under the 3-year structural warranty. I initiated a claim last December and am still working on trying to get a resolution.

I'm sure the MFG buys whatever the cheapest product they can get that looks alright. If you will be doing a large area, I think one of your biggest hurdles is going to be deciding how you keep it flat. When RV's are made in the factory, the flooring is put down first, and then everything is...

There are two different versions of X-Chocks that are made to accommodate different spacing in axles. My first RV had a wide-spread axle setup, so I had to buy the X-Chocks that were made to spread out wider. If you look at the Amazon listings, it should say how far of a spread they will...

Depending on how attached you are to having a door vs a curtain, we replaced our shower door with a curtain. For us, there wasn't enough room to give the kids a shower with the doors in the way. Could at least work as a temporary solution until you can find the parts you need.

After nearly losing a wheel, I would agree with this. If I do anything related to the lugs, I always check their torq the first 3 trips or so, then every 500 miles after that. I noticed once they settle in place, they don't often move, but sometimes I find one that does turn a bit.

The sink also started falling out of our Milestone around the 2 year mark even though it had the clips. I took the sink out, cleaned off old the old adhesive, ordered some additional clips off Amazon, and put everything back together. I actually had to do this twice, it was a huge pain in the...

I would agree with what others have said about the incoming voltage. I have a Hughes surge protector with Bluetooth that allows me to see the input voltage and amps being used. One campground in particular was terrible and would drop to a dangerous 90 volts. Once the voltage drops below 110, the...

Never use Flex Seal on the roof. It looks nice at first, but will quickly dry out and crack up in the sun. The original owner for our first RV tried using that to cover up the seals, which ended up causing a huge headache for me. If the plywood is spongy in a small spot, you could potentially...

It sounds like maybe you got directed to home insurance by mistake. They have specific insurance for Full time RVing. My experience is with a Texas address though. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Just thought I would post an update about our experience with trying to get this fixed. I'm not sure if we are any closer to a resolution on this. We just seem to be going in circles with Heartland. I had a service center in FL look at the unit back in January where they determined there were...

We have Texas plates and drove through most of California last year on our way north, and then through most of it again on our way south and didn't run into any issues. We have a clean level rig that looks like it's in good shape and I follow the 55 MPH towing speed limit. Plenty of truck...

That’s unfortunate. Would be interested to see how they plan on fixing it. Looking at my, it looks like it goes all the way under the floor. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

We use command strips everywhere! Make sure to clean the surface really well before adhering the strips for best results. For picture frames, I found that Walmart sells cheap plexiglass versions that weigh almost nothing. They may not be as fancy as a normal frame, but it doesn’t add weight to...

I have the Andersen as well, I like how easy it is to connect and disconnect at any angle, and how easy it is to remove from the truck if I need the extra space to haul something around. The Fifth Wheel also tows really nicely with it, although it's the only hitch I have used with it, so I don't...

I currently have 3 vehicles insured through Geico including our Milestone. I have never had to file a claim with them, so I don't know how great they are service-wise, but I do know my rates are going up by 40% in January. I called them to ask why, and they just gave the generic answer of...

I hate how much thought I put into my tire PSI, but I think it's worth it. When we are ready to travel, I look at the current PSI, and the current temperature in the area, then look at the temperature where we will be heading. Sometimes it's a pretty big difference, especially when elevation is...

You just nailed the problem on the head. In most states, RV’s do not get the same protection that automobiles do. If the laws were the same, we would most likely see a dramatic drop in manufacturing defects. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

That's pretty much the exact response I got from most of the ones I spoke to. They were already booked out for months and didn't want to make it worse with units that didn't even come from their location. It's been an interesting experience seeking outside help for repairs as I have been...

It seems that RV dealers don't want to look at your RV if you didn't purchase it from them. I found one that said they would look at it, but were 3+ months out. I ended up finding a service location in FL that is just for service, and not part of a dealership. I was able to get an appointment...

Thanks for the advice! I was hoping they would see the cracks and have us come right to Indiana, but they want us to take it to a service center first to have it inspected, which I get, but I’m worried about burning a bunch of time trying to find a dealership who will look at it and then...

I have put gorilla tape over it for now to keep the moisture out. It keeps the water out but can still be removed easily enough. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

On our previous RV, I had to take a good portion of the ceiling down and got to see the joists. It was a combination of wood and aluminum. Where the roof met the front cap, there was wood, which probably gave better support for the screws on the roof holding the front cap down. The rest of the...

Looks like we are getting cracks in our walls on our 2021 Milestone 370flmb. It sounds like something is being forced back into place on one of the slides as it goes out, so I am assuming a weld has broken inside the wall. I am disappointed as I thought they had this issue fixed on the newer...

I would assume you could replace it with a lower amperage unit, it just wouldn't charge your batteries as quickly after they are drained, especially while you are actively pulling current from the batteries. If you can, you may want to measure your amperage draw under max load and ensure you...

Good point!

We use 3M hooks for all of our curtain rods. They have worked well even for our bigger windows that require a heavier curtain rod. Our biggest window needs a hook in the middle for extra support. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Also, this website has a great chart for different battery types and their voltages: https://www.renogy.com/blog/expectations-vs-reality-making-sense-of-battery-voltage-percentages/

I always thought if you put the motors back in place with power attached, that they would then lock the slide in place while traveling.