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    Lippert springs strike again

    Thanks for the suggestions guys! Westxsrt10 thanks for the link to Monroe! downloaded and saved the chart so I'll be doing some measuring tomorrow, and will crawl back under (if it dries up enough) with my work light and do a real thorough inspection of the springs, shackles, etc. Don't...
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    Lippert springs strike again

    Re: Lippert springs strike again After reading this thread and many many others with the same suspension problems, I decided to crawl under my BH3055 and check. I found almost exactly what the pics posted by RubiconAg show except I had nine loose nuts and the frt. LH shock top nut was gone...
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    Drivers License - For 5th Wheel and Truck..

    After browsing the 2 posted links I think that a lot of info is outdated. Manitoba laws now mimmick those of B.C. Also, according the the driver's handbook RV's must stop at weigh stations. Just returned from a trip to Alberta and noticed signs at the weigh scales in Alberta and Saskatchewan...
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    Awning rooms

    If you are looking for just a screen room minus the privacy curtains here is a link to the one I purchased this spring. Best price I could find on the net! http://www.dyersonline.com/Products/14-Foot-RV-Screen-Room-On-Sale-Now__25755.aspx TrickyD
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    Illinois Safety Test for "D" plated trucks? Requirement?

    Wow! Guess I'll do everything possible to avoid Illinois!! TrickyD
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    info on recalls

    hannahgail8 When I picked up our Bighorn in the U.S I was expecting a lot of hassle at the border. I was through and gone in fifteen minutes!! You require three pieces of paper - Bill of Sale, no recall certification letter, and certification that it meets the RVIA specs at time of manufacture...
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    Heartland Recreational Vehicles – Warranty/service Procedures

    Well folks, I guess it is about time I posted the results for my impromptu brake failure. All I can say is Fantastic!! I left the old parts that were replaced with Brian Hammer and everything worked out excellent! Everything was covered and we deposited the cheque today! THANK YOU Heartland...
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    Rv Capital Service Center New Facility

    Had my 3055RL into Capital RV early this month. Service was excellent! Brian and crew fixed ALL of my concerns and checked everything out. Thought I would be there for a week, but they had me back on the road in only three days. People were all very friendly and helpful. Lino was replaced in...
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    Heartland Recreational Vehicles – Warranty/service Procedures

    Dave, yes I finally talked to Steve at Heartland and he stated they would look at the parts that were replaced and we will come to a satisfactory agreement! I have an appointment to bring the trailer in on June 1st (trying to verify this as the 1st is a Sunday?) but they want to go through the...
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    Fastening Tool...

    Wow! Where were you guys with this tool when I needed it? Had a couple of leaking lines I had to repair and ended up actually filing them off by hand! Had I known about this tool there was a Home Depot about 3 blocks away. Oh well it was an experience I don't hope to duplicate soon! Replaced...
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    Heartland Recreational Vehicles – Warranty/service Procedures

    Wish I Had read this before we left home! However I won't start complaining until after I have talked to Heartland. Had to have $700 work done before we could leave North Dakota in the middle of a blizzard! Had to have the work done and did NOT get factory authorization first. Have all of the...
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    Help! Suggestions/recommendations required

    Thanks Chuck for the tip on Tiki Village. We arrived here about Feb 19th and will be here 'til Mar. 15th. Hope you are still here as would sure like to meet you! I think I've seen your site but never see anyone out and about Will keep checking. Thx again TrickyD
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    Help! Suggestions/recommendations required

    Thanks for the tip Will call The "Tiki" campground first thing in he morning. From the pics on your link it looks like the units ae pretty close together but oh well. The rate is closer to what I was expecting to pay so hopefully I can get in there. Will try to book for around Feb. 27th to Mar...
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    Help! Suggestions/recommendations required

    Thx JP I remembered reading about the tire pressure gauge previously, so I bought one that I hope is good enough. It reads to 150 psi. I used to have a real good one built into the air chuck like tire shops use for truck tires but I gave it to my buddy before we bought the Bighorn. Oh well as...
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    Help! Suggestions/recommendations required

    Wow thanks and keep them coming! I never thought of half ot the stuff listed! I was thinking of bringing a 6' step ladder, my tool box for minor repairs that I feel I can challenge, but never thought of an air compressor. I do have a 3K gen that I will take along. I think I have most of the...
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