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Re: Brand new here and considering a purchase..... I recently bought my first "new" trailer. I would support buying "used" so the previous owner has hopefully worked out bugs from factory. You found something you like, now consider how it will serve your day to day needs to avoid...

My undermount kitchen sink leaked all the way around shortly after I got the unit. Dealer fixed it a week ago, started leaking again this weekend. I hate this thing. It also is not counter height and hurts my low back when leaning over to wash dishes. Anyone do a mod to get it the right height...

I had same issue. My shower trap came loose and shower leaked. It coincided with--was not caused by---gray being full. Wonder if weight of full gray tank pulled the shower pipe loose.

I have the same issue. I was hoping I could get a residential replacement. The 4" length is standard. I'm looking at something that curves up and out. That would help I think. Not sure what issues replacing with residential, even though the measurements appear to match. I'm quite sure there is...

You folks who take extra water, won't your tanks fill before your water runs out? Do you dump gray into black or what method?

Cool. I see DeeZee makes tongue boxes, but not sure if it fits on tongues with propane tanks. They have general boxes that might fit, too. Cool idea!

Just wanted to post that I was at the dealer (Webster City) yesterday and they took care of everything very well. The gray tank was fine, but the shower trap had begun leaking, so it ended up being a smaller problem. Thanks for the reality checks!

Thanks everyone. Being new to "new", I understood there would bre some fit and finish issues. They are taking care of everything today. I don't want to be too picky, and I don't mind a little DYI. Just wanted to know if I was being too picky...appreciate it. I do enjoy the trailer and hope to...

I have been getting advice on my tire underinflation in another thread, but hrte, I'd like a reality check on expectations for a new trailer. 2014 NT Caliber 30RKDD purchased 3/31/2014. I later discover it was built 3/13/2013. So on the lot a year: Here's the list after spending about 20 days in...

True. But I have the chance to make an impression as my gray tank blew today and I am taking it in tomorrow. A long, long list of issues. I'll create another post to see if it is "normal" for a new trailer.

Thanks! So helpful!

More good things to consider. My dry weight is 86% of GVWR- a14% difference. The tires were 24% underinflated. So far, the tire company doesnt have my specific info. I hope I can at least impress upon the dealer to never let this happen again. BTW, I discovered my trailer was manufactured 12...

I follow the "smoke means fire" inclination. I also know we all have to weigh advice, ratings, and make a decision. I have aTT, which is lighter than a 5er, but more vulnerable in handling in the instance of tire failure. As someone said earlier, IF my dealer takes any responsibility for the...

Thank you all for your thouhhts andcexperiences. Tredit Tire is the distributor of the tires to Heartland and I have talked to them . I will call tomorrow to get in touch with manufacturer, but running underinflated does create a potential problem with safety and warranty. I'll let you know what...

Ok. Thanks. The tire is Trailer King ST225 75R15. Goodyear says running underinflated causes undue stress on sidewalls, a key component of trailer weight support both parked and on the road. Can cause a blowout if the sidewalls are compromised in this way. Not about can it carry the load but...

What do you mean? No worries?

Yes. For all I know, they drove from the factory, parked it outside for a year on gravel, through winter, (yes, apparently my 2014 was built in mid-March 2013) and delivered it without ever checking the tires. The service guy said: " They are built to sit." I'd like him to put my tires on his...

Since tire pressure is one of the most critical safety factors when trailering, I think my concerns are legitimate. They may have voided the tire warranty. I plan to call the manufacturer regarding that, as well. I'm not optimistic about my dealer doing anything , but I'll ask.

Thank you, all. I willuse the tire info to ask.

You're right. Call me naive to think the dealer would deliver a trailer to me safe to drive off the lot.

But they failed to deliver it to me properly inflated and they didn't tell me, either. Just careless with my inspection and it could have been dangerous. I dont think I should have to buy a new set of tires because I think there is a potential weakness from their carelessness.

Thanks for all of your info. It wasn't hot that day, but windy and I experienced a lot of sway. I would like to ask the dealer for something since they failed to inflate the tires to a proper pressure. Not sure what seems reasonable. 'M concerned they aren't in good shape.

I'm a new owner and took delivery of a 2014 NT Caliber. When I got home, I parked it and the next day checked the lugnut torque and tire pressure. The tires were 50 psi on a 65 psi tire. I had driven 75 miles on those tires the day before. Plus, the unit sat on a dealer lot, exposed to the...

I'm an Iowan with my new NT Caliber at Saylorville for the summer! So far so good!

I recently took delivery of a 2014 Caliber North Trail 30RKDD. I discovered a sticker on the storage door saying it was built in Feb 2013. That means it sat outside for over a year. Never waxed, don't know if the tires ever rolled anywhere. Roof not treated. And, of course, a lot of rust...

I picked up a Caliber 30RKDD last weekend and experienced the same sway sensitivity with WD and one sway bar installed by dealer. it wss not a fun ride on a windy day. Considering a Pullrite or Hensley. Anyone have experience with these? Have a 2001 GMC Sierra 2500HD, 8 ' bed.

I just picked up a 2014 North Trail Caliber 30RKDD TT yesterday. Will be spending summer as volunteer with Army Corps of Engineers at Saylorville Lake. Heading to Texas this winter. Sent an email to Heartland during buying process and received a phone call within FIVE minutes! So far so good...

I want to add a note about my dehumidifier research. Some Soleus/Kenmore units were recalled last year due to fire hazard, according to Consumer Reports. They problem may be fixed by now. Humid outdoors, cool outdoors, running propane heat, number of people all add humidity as far as I have...