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  1. YOSEMITE SAM

    underbelly leak

    Do you have an outside shower ? Some folks have had a leak at the fitting that hooks to shower ! I had a leak that only hapened when I filled the water tank (fresh) It was leaking at the hose going to the top of the tank, I would see water running out of the underbelly when we pulled out of the...
  2. YOSEMITE SAM

    noisy water pump

    I spent many hours and lots of foam , rubber mounts, and was still very loud ! One day I tried something that makes no sense but it works It only took me 1 1/2 years. First thing is to remove your kitchen and bath airators and clean and inspect, my kitchen one had 5 count them 5 screens in it...
  3. YOSEMITE SAM

    water filter options on the 21FBS?

    Chris, The water pump is under the stove and there isn't much extra room for filters, We just use a in-line filter on the hose out side. We also bring 5 gal of RO water from home for drinking, coffee, cooking, etc. I also fill the fresh water tank with the same in line filter to take out the...
  4. YOSEMITE SAM

    North Trail 2011 Trailer electrical diagram

    Remi There is a junction box under the front A frame of you TT this is were the pigtail hooks to the trailer lights I would check it out, it is not water proof one of the next mods on my to-due list is to redue this with a water proof box ! If you don't find the problem there the next step is...
  5. YOSEMITE SAM

    Upgraded water pump

    Our pump might need to be replaced also, had slight leak at the housing last fall. I was looking at the new Shurflo Revolution pump 3gpm/55psi and from what i've read it is very Quiet. and It's only $99.99 at C.W. and about $85.00 on e-bay . There is a test in the new Trailerlife. Might want to...
  6. YOSEMITE SAM

    What tires to get?

    Of the tires you listed , I would go with the Maxxis they have a very good reputation. Goodyear would be next in line, the new ones are made in the USA. Be sure to check the build date so you know you are getting new tires ! There is a site you can go to to get all the info on tire codes I dont...
  7. YOSEMITE SAM

    Tekonsha Voyger Brake Controller

    JIm I had a voyager controler for about a year, it worked ok on our first pop-up but not so good on the NT. It is a good basic control, but very hard to adjust, and seems to change all the time. After almost puting my DW and dog through the windshield eight or ten times I went on e-bay and...
  8. YOSEMITE SAM

    Using overdrive when towing

    I tow a NT21FBS with a ford van 4:10 gears and 4.6 V8. I always turn O.D. off. It turns about 2800 rpm at 62mph the max torque of the 4.6 is at 3500.rpm and its not as hard on the motor and trany as is lugging down the motor and haveing the trany shifting in and out of OD and the converter...
  9. YOSEMITE SAM

    Electric Brake Controller

    You mean to tell me I could saved $75.00 for my new PRODIGY from ebay and just went out and bought a $45,000.00 Ford and got one for free ! Who-knew !!
  10. YOSEMITE SAM

    Anyone tow a Sundance 310QB with an F150 4.6

    We tow a 2009 21FBS with a E-250 w/ 4.6 v8 and 4:10 rear (12,000 GCWR/ 6,600 trailer weight) It does ok if there is no head wind and no hills. I don't think I would tow cross country with it ! We stay close to home and don't get in a hurry. I have to have the van for work and plan to trade for a...
  11. YOSEMITE SAM

    TV wal mount in 21FBS North Trail

    Sorry joegiannina I didn't notice your thread was in "ask the factory" I,m not with the factory but just thought I would add my two-cents.
  12. YOSEMITE SAM

    TV wal mount in 21FBS North Trail

    Open the bath room door and measure the wall I had to buy shorter screws than came with the tv mount. make sure you find the wall stud and drill it dead center its not very big and there is a lot of wires in that wall and only one stud. go slow and good luck Dale
  13. YOSEMITE SAM

    Denman tires ?

    I'm planning to replace the DURO tires in the spring with Denman radials (DUROS starting to crack) I called Denmam to find out about the new Cargo Carrier Tire. I was told the Express ST (made in mexico) is going to be phased out! The new Cargo Carrier is made in CHINA , I was told they are 10...
  14. YOSEMITE SAM

    Heartland North Trail 21FBS

    BWIHTERS, We have a 2009 21 and we just love it ! Have had a few problems but nothing major, never hit anything with the spare not even speed bumps. We tow with an E-250 van and it has heavy springs and dosent move much. One thing some people have had trouble with is the cable thingy can come...
  15. YOSEMITE SAM

    Using Fresh Tank

    My 21FBS does the same thing some times ? Be sure to bleed the outside shower, and WH .On ours the commode seems to have air in the lines all the time ?? No leaks though ! :confused: Dale
  16. YOSEMITE SAM

    Modern Trailer Sales:

    Well it's almost time take the cover off and tow the TT to the dealer for some warranty work before my 12 mos. are up. We were camping at Yogi Bear Jellystone park in Knightstown, Indiana and a BIGHORN backed in next to us (sweet !) And later that day a very nice lady came up and handed me her...
  17. YOSEMITE SAM

    Accessories with new travel trailer

    jimbo487 This is used to run the slide in if the switch does not work, you hook one end to a cordless drill or 1/4 rachet and the other end to the back of the slide motor that is under the trim piece at the top of the slide. your lucky you have two of them . keep one on the TT at all times...
  18. YOSEMITE SAM

    cover for winter storage

    I just bought a very nice cover from (National discount covers) for my North Trail 21 FBS It's called an EXPEDITION for 172.00 + shipping . seems to be of good quality better than the adco's I've looked at. Check them out online !
  19. YOSEMITE SAM

    New 09 21fbs

    We love our new toy but we have had some problems, a big selling point was the drawer guides, on our walk thru we found ( NO LATCHES ) the dealer installed some roller latches before our trip home, whats up with this???? Also if I fill the fresh water tank the panel says it full all weekend ? if...
  20. YOSEMITE SAM

    Newbie North Trail Owners

    Ray & Lin & Suzi, Thank you so much for the welcome. I think we will injoy the forum I just wish I had more time for camping and typing. I see you live in IL. your just one state away . We also have a loved pet named LEVI his mother was a cocker and dad was a Golden retriever, so we have an 36...
  21. YOSEMITE SAM

    Newbie North Trail Owners

    Well we took the plung ! as of 5/24/08 we are the Proud Owners of a 21FBS North Trial. After Hours of research and Driving to many dealers we purchased our BABYNone From BEST BUY RVS in Richmond In. I found the one we wanted online, called Jeff Fontaine and told him the price we would pay for...
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