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Maxxis M8008 215/75R14 Date code 3111. I will consult with the store I ordered those from as well. I inspect the tires before each trip and maintain 50PSI. This is our third season with them, but we towed about 6000 miles plus about 4500 miles between the prior two years. The tread and steel...

I lost a tire tread yesterday which tore up the slide floor, cables, chain, motor, and I'm not sure what else yet. Depending on cost to repair, I may submit an insurance claim. Thankfully after over 5 years I have not had to visit and RV dealer for service. I used Harold's Frame shop for an...

Not enough truck in at least two areas. Payload: 2152 - 150 pound 5th wheel receiver - 1860 = 142 pounds for you, your wife, anything else in the truck and anything in front of the RV axles. Tow ratings for 2007.5+ GM 6.0L/6-spd/3.73 is more like 9.500-10.5k pounds, depending on cab, bed...

Congrats! We love our 11 28BRS. I pulled it with a 2003 F-150 which it did very well, if not slowly at times. Your Tundra should have not problems, but as mentioned, limit the weight in the bed.

It is not the age/vintage of the NT. The king slide models are higher, have 3 step entries and the shallow slides have 2-steps. 32BUDS = king slide.

I stayed at Duck Creek this past weekend. Camped next to a NT 29BUDS who is seasonal there and had a 21FBS prior to that. I also saw a 32BUDS and my wife saw one more I missed.

I got a quote of $350-$475 to flip the axles on my 28BRS. The shop did not recommend it, but would do it. I passed for now, as I may end up replacing my TT in the next 2 years.

If the 5400 pound measurement was with the TT connected to the TV, then you are neglecting tongue weight which is probably on the order of 500-700 pounds on the TV suspension with weight distribution.

Any of the big 3 3/4+ ton diesels will do well with that TT. If there is a 5er in your future, get a 1-ton SRW for the minimal upgrade cost. You can also check out Ford's HD payload package F-150. 4x4 crew cabs with 2100 pounds of payload, extended cabs with 2400+ pounds. It comes with...

I am very pleased with my Gold Line cover. I use it all winter, so different purpose than AZ. I bought the 28-30', but recommend the 26-28' for the 28BRS.

My NT has a similar, but not as severe dimple, more on the driver's side than yours. It does not seem to have any other problem.

The shallow slide models get 14" tires, and lower ride height - s step entry vs. 3 for deep slide models. I can appreciate the usefulness of raising the lower trailers like mine. All you need is larger diameter tires that fit on the rims. I don't know the size of the originals, but you can...

Got one on each door on my NT 28BRS too. Prevent door from hitting awning arms when open. In spite of not being able to open completely, they are nice for the kids who cannot slam them open or shut. Also, provides a slight auto-open feature after opening a few inches.

Ahh! I already said ignore tow ratings for RVing, 8000, 10000, or 12000 pounds does not matter for your truck. You stated you have 1380 pounds of payload. Is that what the yellow Tire and Loading sticker on the truck you own has, as I showed above? You are likely to exceed that well under...

Re: 31Red Payload is the problem towing 6500-7000 pounds is the Crewmax which has 1200-1400 pounds available. Assuming based on the model that you do not have a large family to take, keep the truck bed empty and you should be fine. Plenty of power with the 5.7L and 4.30 gear. I will warn you...

I lost my gray tank dump valve handle. Pulling on the treads that are left sucks. Are they universal threaded? What brand does Heartland use so I can get a replacement?

I got a Goldline cover for mine that I really like. It looks great after two winters so far. Based on my 28' box TT and ordering the 28-30' cover, I recommend the 30-32' for you.

Camco 4-pack Commercial?

I really like my NT 28BRS. It works great for my family of 5. We tend to stay in places where we have electric hookup only or none. Most of our trips are 4 nights or less with the fresh draining about the same rate as the grey filling up. We can usually make it the whole trip without dumping...

2010 and earlier had a nice molded rear bumper. 2011+ has slide out bike rack rear bumper. Depending on your tow vehicle, a front mounted bike rack (front of TV) might be easiest/cheapest. A trailer tongue mounted on over the propane/battery might work too.

Half ton tow rating rarely has any meaning for RV towing. You'll likely exceed the trucks GVWR, rear axle rating, and receiver limit anywhere close to tow ratings. You have a very capable powertrian, but I suspect your payload is limiting. Take a look at the yellow tire and loading on your...

Have not seen the video, but sounds confusing. Level a TT side to side with something under the TT tires and use the tongue jack for front/back. Stabilize the TT with the jacks. Some of the 5ers and motorhomes have those slick hydraulic auto leveling systems, but I would not do that on a...

I recommend taking your current setup to a scale to find out how much actual capacity you have left. I suspect you are already very close to your truck's GCWR and maybe GVWR.

I'm happy with my Ultrafab 3502. Under $100 shipped for a refurbished one. Manual override. Keep in mind that these are likely slower than manual cranking. It's just less work for the operator.

I don't get it. I like my switches where they are, secure and together. They extend and retract at the same time without me moving. What do stabilizer jacks have to do with leveling? One should not be raising or lowering the TT with them.

The shallow slides are shorter, two entry steps. The King Slide models are taller, three entry steps.

We love our 28BRS as well. Let us know how the axle flip goes, as this length (plus bike rack) makes for some scraping.

The 7.3L and 5.9L Cummins are great, especially with their respective manual transmission. A Duramax/Allison combo would provide more power for that era.

No way that truck has an 8000 pound tow rating. Even so, that RV will be over 8000 pounds loaded with a family's camping gear. 8000 pound travel trailer should have 900-1200 pounds of tongue weight. Your truck probably does not have enough payload to handle 1000 pounds of hitch weight plus...

Not sure what year Sequoia, but a 35' is not a good match for any of them. Way too short a wheelbase. If tow rating is 6800 pounds, most people are pleased with towing performance and handling near 5000 pounds loaded, or closer to 4000 pounds empty. Bunk house means family, which means a...

Contact RV Capital Wholesalers as well. They are located a bit closer to you, in the same town as the factory, and had the same price when I bought my NT.

I really do not think you'll (or your husband) will be happy with how it tows, from a performance perspective or a suspension/handling one. It's a worse tow vehicle than my 03 F-150, and I only lasted 2 seasons before I wanted more power and more payload.

I hope that new Ram is a 3/4 ton! It has less payload than Suburbans. :( Power is not a problem, but suspension and how it handles 900+ pounds of tongue weight is. You still need weight distribution and I recommend a system with integrated sway (Equal-i-zer or Reese Strait Line).

Re: electric toung jack I have had no problems with my $100 shipped refurbished Ultra Fab 3502.

Get creative. Never had a problem securing kids bike, toys, coolers, etc.

I got quotes from two "Wholesalers" and one regular dealer. All three quotes were within $100 of each other for my custom ordered NT. Check with some of them for comparative prices with your local NT dealers and evaluate the cost of transporting or driving. RV Capital Wholesaler is within 5...

This is what I have found as well. Makes it hard to watch movies in our bedroom when kids are sleeping in the back, or even dinette.

How did you setup the gain on the P2? Scale it all the way down to none. Drive 25mph. Manually apply the trailer brakes while turning the gain up to just before lockup.

Congratulations on the 28BRS! You may find my post helpful as well.

The NT awning does not have the adjustable arms, but the auto-dump does work well. Just don't stand near the edge of it when it does!