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We picked up a 2011 3055 which was our factory order. Here is our list of issues that might help you out: The hot water heater when switched over to A/C failed due to lose wire nuts in the junction box, tech fixed 2 days later. The latch on the under sofa drawer was broken. The curtains over...

Your right to be concerned about the new SRW pickups and high bed rail and floor. Been through this with a new SRW Ford, but it was a 4X4 and I think your TV is a two wheel drive. The Heartland dealer (Capital RV) assured me it would be fine. Turned out not the case as you can see by the photo...

I think the chart you posted indicates that if you filled your tire to 80 psi at 65 degrees and the weather at your new location is now at 32 degrees, your tire will read 74 psi. I dont interpet it as a chart on how to under inflate to maintain 80 psi load capacity in cold weather by starting...

No sure if the proposed truck would be diesel, 2X4 or 4X4 on the SRW and GVWR. With the trailer pin and truck cargo added even with a lighter gas engine, your likely real close on a 3/4 ton max GVWR. The loading of RV and if outfitted with gen set, W/D sure adds to the pin too. It's true a...

I have made a POI file for over night dry camping on the Alaskan Highway from Dawson Creek to Whitehorse, YT., that I have compiled over the years. It is in Garmin's .gpi format and one would just move it into a Garmin via USB to the Garmin/POI folder location, then access thru Extras icon upon...

I agree with you. Why all the unpublished options. I blundered into a few this past August then got to asking. Things like: the bike receiver hitch, the 614's on lower weight models, more 12 volt outlets, the type of recliner(s), etc. Maybe the wetbolt kit for lube and HD shackles, I would...

After they adjust them and deliver the unit, check them out in an equivalent panic stop. You might have them do a test with you in their truck before unhooking to avoid the it's your controller argument, then hook it up to your rig and manually apply the brakes.

I had a hitch included on my order from Heartland. It came from factory bolted on. It is not the 2"x2" size however and I recall somewhere near a weight limitation of around 180 lbs which would not suffice for your scooter. It would be good for Heartland or Lippert to just state what is...

I have read pickup forums mention you would get a dash cel error as the computer evidently could not resolve the tank remaining full while mileage accumulated in some pickups so I can understand you concern. Maybe this has been resolved. I had one auxillary tank which had three hose...

This Duramax versus Ford on exhaust brake efficiency pretty much shows what I found in the Ford, that the Ford down shifted but the exhaust brake was very poor whereas the Cummins would hold back on the hills. Looks like the Duramax does well too, in the down hill test with load the Duramax...

What month or week even does the new model year begin production? For exampe what month do the 2012's become available?

TV prices sure have dropped so I can understand shopping them. One thing is our bedroom set came with a 19" Jensen, screen quality is okay, nothing special. But what was interesting was it is a 12 volt model and has a 110 volt to 12 volt converter attached when the generator is running or...

This site link below does a good job of explaining. A few points I thought were most interesting, especially the tire age and why possibly folks near their GVW with correct tires are having failures regardlenss if the pressure is correct: All "ST" tires have a maximum speed...

I picked up a 2011 BH in late August. I could not come close to locking brakes either as we gently slowed with controller paddles squeezed tight. In fact we could over power the brakes on full with the truck. They thought maybe the truck controller was at fault, so we got the dealers truck they...

Re: 2011 Alaska Trip.. You can get an exact cost from the Alaska Ferry system if you want to accompany your RV to Alaska. They are online. The cost is established by foot length. You can not stay in your RV, so you will need a stateroom. For example, from Prince Rupert, BC to Whitter, AK...

Re: 2011 Alaska Trip.. The Diamond M has been a work in progress for years and seem to be doing well plus their llamas and livestock pastures are enjoyed by all and the raspberries on the south side of the pasture. There is a motorcycle theme with music for a weekend in summer, you likely would...

Re: 2011 Alaska Trip.. I live in Alaska (past 40 years and near Soldotna on the Kenai Peninsula. Now retired and have a BH parked here but we do not full time or snow bird by choice), and have traveled the Alaska Highway 27 times. I have brought 5th's up and down the highway, plus travel...

Here is a rather indepth (8 pages) of all three brands, gas, diesel, SRW, DRW. Auto, Manual, Unloaded, Loaded with 12000 lb tow, etc. After defining the trucks and the tests, the data starts on page 5. http://special-reports.pickuptrucks.com/2010/08/2010-hd-truck-specs-and-testing-approach.html

I did not want to have to carry propane in the basement or extra tanks but many do and have larger barbeques that are quite nice. It really is a trade off in what you want to store/weight and costs. Two ways to supply a Barbeque from the RV. 1). High pressure from the tank to the Barbeque...

I bought a 2011 Bighorn in August. I had a leak appear in the basement storage behind the utility hookup panel after 2 days of travel. It was a loose connection and not adequately tighten in the factory installation. I also had a left front hydraulic jack leak two weeks later. No roof or...

I had both trucks at one time to comparre, a 2011 F350 single rear wheel and a Dodge 3500 DRW. Both with 6 speed autos. The Ford's exhaust brake is activated by pressing on the brake pedal. No switch. The Cummins has a switch to turn it on and works in Drive or in Tow/Haul. I towed the same...

What is the truck, 2 wheel drive or 4X4 ? Is that 3370 a 10" or 12" frame?

The new Fords are higher bed and rail. Is your truck a single rear wheel 4X4, with the 20" rims or a dually? You will find the 2011 single rear wheel F350 truck is the highest bed rail height of all brands. The dually has smaller tires and sits lower. There are 3" high rubber spacers on the F350...

I ordered our 3055 in August, the hitch was a factory option (albeit is not listed). It came out of the factory under waranty with the receiver option installed. Ask to have that put on your order. You can also get auxillary 12 volt outlets installed as an option. Also extra batteries installed...

Picked up a BH this August. Found the fresh water gravity fill pipe droops along with the vent hose making filling and venting a problem. This has been mentioned in many posts over the years if one does a search. It's still happening and not prevented. The Hot Water heater would not work on...

This is common problem as mentioned in earlier posts on motors with brushes. You can bypass and you can block the offending interference The capiacitor bypass mentioned in an earlier post does require a bit of wiring. One can also block by using ferrite beads (a bead looks like a 3/8"...

Usually there is a tag on the differential with the ratio. Using the vin, check it's service/repair history at a dealer. That history would also cover update flashes it should have or needs. It also should reveal if it had any issues. Sooting in the exhaust system DPF (diesel particulate...

I just finished 6000 miles including the Alaska Highway with 614's. A Doran TPMs is used and always 110 lbs cold in the tires as I want maximum carrying rating. My BH is a 3055RL and I had the tires/wheels option on my order for an additional $500. The outside of the tires was smooth from new...

I have a 3055 BH. I have been up and down the Alaska Highway way over 20 times with various 5th's and travel trailers. Currently I am towing the BH 3055 with a crew cab dually 4x4 and I'm staying with the dually. I have towed with a long bed quad cab 1 ton 4x4 SRW, short bed crew 1 ton 4x4...

I had a Montana 5th wth exactly this problem and symptoms. I spent some time switching tanks as I was under way on the Alaska Hwy in very late fall and that furnace was important ;) I found after arriving home that one line from the regulator to the tank had a sharp bend and had a restrictive...

I recently winterized my 2011 3055RL. While going thru the motions I switched the bypass valve to allow the pump to intake from the antifreeze bottle. It then dawned on me that this hose likely leads to a tee between the water tank and the pump intake. You have to close this intake valve (in...

Glad you caught the tire bulges. I picked up a new BH that we ordered and found the tires under inflated. I inflated them to max ratings after a few miles traveld and wanting to retighten the lug nuts, decided to check pressures and put on my Doran TPMS. The Doran reported them not at proper...

Not our experience there in August. PM me if you want details.

I was at Lippert recently having a brake issue addressed. While there, I was shown what can cause the 5th overhang to start to droop. The superstructure above the bottom edge beam becomes loose with screws backing out. The screws can be viewed by removing the edge trim. If no damage, retighten...

My 2011 3055RL over the scale at the factory door with a Generator, second TV, 614 tires, and bike hitch options that add weight was 11518 lbs. This actual weight was posted on the door jam.

I just went through an interesting scenairo. The keyless on default codes would lock and unlock. I tried to program a new code into it and did not get any button lites nor any success. The service shot of Great Lakes RV tried and was not successful either. I called SouthCo and was refered to a...

You can use sodium thiosulfate which is available from swimming pool supplies and inexpensive. The chemical is used to dechlorinate or reduce chlorine after super chlorination of a pool. It is also used in water treatment to reduce chlorine in tap water or treated water that is subsequently...

I ordered a 3055 Bighorn last month. In the process, while a hitch or 12 volt outlets do not show in the brochure, the factory would put on the hitch during assembly for an modest option fee that also included the 12V outlets again. So, it appears no issues with warranty with a hitch for a...