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We have the three season doors and addressed the issue of privacy and insulation by mounting a heavy duty curtain rod with heavy backed curtains. We like the setup. We bought the curtains at one of the economy bedding/curtain outlet.

Thought I would add an observation...3500s are not 1 ton trucks anymore and haven't been for a long time. My former 1 ton 2002 3500 as rated to carry over 4Klbs in the bed, not 2K lbs (1 ton). My current 1.5 ton 4500 is rated to carry almost 7Klbs in the bed. My 3/4 ton 2003 2500 is rated to...

I had my Cyclone 3950 and truck weighed at each wheel with 30 gal in the fuel tank, full tank fresh water an empty grey water and black water tanks. Had all supplies and clothes on board and two full propane tanks, and the Mule in the garage. Had 112 gal fuel in the truck, the dogs, my wife...

Decided to keep the TowMax tires. Not sure if it is a major factor or not, but my Level-up system removes most of the weight off the tires when activated in my shop. This could prevent flat spots on tread and sidewall. Plus, just as important to keep tires properly aired during storage as...

Wow, I hadn't thought about it. I've towed mine about 15k miles with it on. I have two convex mirrors on my tow mirrors that let me see back of trailer pretty well. I may start taking it off and hauling it with me or remove it and start carrying my 16' foldup aluminum ladder. If I keep it...

The BW low pro hitch on my rig is not adjustable, but you can make adjustments with the trailer pin box. Mine 5er is about an inch low in the front, not enough for me to bothe with. Ron

Tammy, I echo the recommendations to get a licensed electrician to check you unit. I spent a career in the Air Force in communications and while stationed at Andrews AFB, had some noise problems from some comm carrier equipment in base housing. Come to find out, the resident housing did not...

Tammy, Sorry something wasn't found that is attributable to the blown appliances. I'm not sure about newer TVs and the vacuum, but older ones actually had in-line fuses in them. Might be worth checking. I was reading a few posts down where there was discussion about twisting the main power...

Friends, If it were not for the setting up/closing down the patio option in order to load or unload the Mule, I would not use the cables. Not even sure if the cables come on the ramps if you don't have the patio option. I didn't read if everyone commenting on this thread have the patio...

Porthole (Duane), Howdy. Thanks for the info. Surprisingly, ramp opening/closing procedure doesn't strain me. I'll keep it in mind as time goes on. I'm having an ankle replacement the end of this month, so likely I won't be RVing until Dec or Jan. Thanks and keep 'er between the lines and...

Fellow Heartland RVers, I'm happy to report Heartland responded to my claim and they will send me a check for my wiring issue. I'm a happy camper. Tammy, get the tester I mentioned and order/purchase a plug in voltmeter. Camping World has them...

Tammy, your unit should have been protected from bad power/wiring coming into your RV with the two components you listed. Here is what I'm talking about plugging into to check each plug INSIDE your RV. <a...

Dave, I have a 50 amp power mgt/surge suppressor from camping world. When you plug in, it tells you that voltage is safe and neutral/ground is in place. I've used one in each camper for years and offers good protection. It will shut power off if it detects over/under voltage. It sounds like...

I have an electric wiring claim that I'm submitting to Heartland for reimbursement. At three days out of one-year warranty, we were camping under generator power when we heard a loud pop and no more generator power. I checked power at PD5200 transfer switch and was seeing 48.7VAC on both legs...

I have a Kawasaki 4010...the 3950 has a 12' garage, so I have about a foot or so clearance backed in and about two inches in the front between the patio/tailgate. It's a bear squeezing in to secure it. I use ratchet straps, ratchet the rear down first and then the front. I really wanted the...

I always travel with mine attached. First, It is easier to raise from the level point than from the lowered point. Second, if it should come down to hard, at least it won't knock me down AND land on me. It is important to ensure they are flush to the side when closing. Third, I imagine...

I spent 30 years in the military, which has many inherently dangerous systems and activities. We have a process call Operational Risk Management (ORM), where you identify the system or process at hand, identify all the inherent dangers, identify the measures to mitigate the risks and perform a...

Lippert really surprised me quoting $4,900 for it in Indiana. All four of my rear jacks are mounted outboard and I have both the rear toilet and fuel cell. I understand Lippert's warning about lifting the unit off the ground...I can imagine all the liability issues. Goes to show you there are...

I'm curious too...the bottom bed is actually uncomfortable when laid down. Ron

Dane, I can understand the liability issues and the caution. I feel safe doing this in my shop with 8 inch reinforced concrete. As a precaution, I will place 6 ea 12-ton jacks under it. It is awesome. If I do use the rear stabilizers, I will need to raise them first when breaking camp or...

Scotty, I'm not sure whether I'll use the rear stabilizers or not. I'll know in a couple of weeks as we'll be heading to Disney World. The system is really cool...I demo'd it to my brother-in-law by placing in manual mode, raising all jacks at once, and lifted the tires about 4 inches off the...

Friends, I believe I found where the $3,000 quote may have originated: In the brochure, the system that would have been for my rig is listed as $2,995 MSRP. Since neither Lipport nor the dealers will sell the system without the install, it may appear to be the source amount. My Cyclone has...

Scotty, They replaced my pump, the tank and the valve body...basically the only major components reused were the front landing gear. The Lippert factory in Indiana quoted me $4,900. One of the folks at the dealership told me Lippert has a special in mid-winter price for around $4,000. Someone...

Invizatu/ILH : Thanks. My wife and I witnessed several instances of great customer service while in the waiting area...one customer was a few months out of warranty, but the dealership took care of them anyway at no cost. I believe these are good people who made an honest mistake. I felt...

Friends, The 6-point system is installed and works fantastic. Besides the previous benefits discussed, the legs in front of the wheels and behind the wheels will protect the plumbing of a blowout occurs. The system is easy to operate and cool to watch perform its function. The installation...

Friends, I hear ya about auto-leveling not being a funding priority...I've live without it for years. I'm a DAV with bad back, neck, and knees. This auto level is going to save me some pain. But I'm also looking to use it to change a tire on the interstate much quicker than dragging out one...

Friends, I made final arrangements today with United RV...sounds like a real first-class place. We are arriving about 10:00PM on the 22nd and they are letting us hook up there. They also are going to pull the unit out the evening of the 23rd to hook-up and stay in it Thu night. They have had...

I have to repeat: this is the full 6-point level up system. the front jacks on mine are the ones they use in the front. Thee front will be integrated into four more installed: two in front of the axles and two some distance behind the axles. It will have full auto leveling, I can raise...

Friends, I see lots of questions/comments. I believe the price is good because I did the research to determine I have a Lippert hydraulic jack system already on the front of my unit. It has a valve body with several ports avail. I was told the kit for my unit, which they have two in stock...

Fellow Cycloners, I tried to get Lippert and one of their authorized dealers to sell me the system and let me install, but they won't do it. So, I need to take the my unit to Ft Worth for a couple of days to have installed. Shooting for 22 and 23 May. Cost is $3,000 plus tax. Ron

A couple more things to carry in the truck: a high quality trucker air gauge and an infrared thermometer. Check your air cold before leaving and every day before starting out. Check tire temps immediately every tine you stop. I carry both high quality 12volt and small Craftsman electric air...

I recommend purchasing an RV repair book for little things when you're out in the rough. I buy extra sewer hose and fittings. I like the clear 45' fittings so I can see when the sewer water starts to run clear when draining/rinsing, a couple sets of warning road triangles. I recommend getting...

Awesome! I installed mine on the pin box w/ an LED spotlight aiming down from the top front of the front cap. Nothing like Old Glory properly displayed at night with lighting. Ron

I preformed 6 months of research on 5th wheel toy haulers. I believe my research really paid off in selecting our 3950 HD. Heartland and Explore USA dealer are awesome. we couldn't be happier. And, this is after coming out of a luxury full time rig Travel Supreme. It's been fun making the...

Mine leaked on the driver's side and it was associated w/ heavy rain. I store mine inside, so it was when we took it out and rained hard all night that I found it wet. I took it to the dealer and they removed and re-attached the slam door frame on both sides. It fixed the problem. Ron

You can use a stud finder on the walls, so I found aluminum studs and screwed into them. I may add one above the ODS slide in the living room. Ron.

I would buy another truck to tow one of these. Lifted truck don't have the stability and a blowout is bad for anyone, but would be a train wreck with large tires. My Cyclone is 13'4" to the top of the AC unit. Almost 14' would be too tall. Safety first for all of us. Ron

Hi Fellow Cycloners, I actually previously installed the cabinet on the side of the bedroom dresser for CDs. DVDs and VCR tapes. The one above the window I just completed. They are already finished for $99 ea at home depot. I added the spring pistons from Camping World. Plan to keep towels...

Vindex, I treat the roof with rubber roof protectant from Camping World once a year with storing mine inside and former RV twice a year that was outside all the time The Southwestern sun can be pretty harsh, but my former RV never chalked after 12 years of faithful service. I use car wash...

Hi Erika, Thank you for the info. I apologize in advance that my industrial technology degree and mindset and quite a bit of hard headedness tell me if I'm not overloaded, I'm not having temperature problems, that I can drive 5 mph faster than the tires are rated for. I'm installing the tire...