Looking For a New Camper

[rockwood06]

Now that things have settled down between moving in the new house and our camper is now in salvage we decided to start looking for a new camper. We went out looking on Friday and look at an Open Range and Jayco, we all ready had a Forest River and know what they are like and not much has changed with them other then price.

The Open Range: Very nice and well built and price not too bad, but......as I look over the rig on the out side I found Delam on the front panel, this unit was a 2011 new but left over the 2012's are now out...We walk away and I told the salesman what I had found.

The Jayco: Very nice and well built, this unit had siding on it like the old style, but for the money not as much fruit salad as the Open Range.

Don't know what we are going to do yet other then look some more, just a lot of money for the same problems we have had before and the only thing that has changed is the price......I know it would be asking too much if a rig would last at lest 5 years with out having major repaires or issues, the little things you have to exspect. There is no such thing as a perfect camper.

[grhodes50]

Wade I'm glad to see your ready for that new camper. Of course you know what I'll recommend! Prime Time!

Just a few issues with ours, the biggest problem being the circuit board for the water heater needed replaced. Other than that we have been very satisfied.

I have noticed that in the past year or so not too many are posting about delam issues, at least not nearly as many as you use to see.
Maybe they have came up with a production process that has helped to reduce the problem?

Good luck and I hope you and your DW find the perfect tt no matter what brand it is.
Hopefully you'll also get the "Deal of the Century" as well!

P.S. I've got a PT Crew Member number reserved just for you!

[MtnGuy]

Wade, I understand that Jaycos and Forest River products are recognized as the most bang for the buck and also the most trouble free. For me, I would buy a Forest River product again, and also check out the Jaycos. Too many of the other makes and models did not have what I wanted in a trailer, although I didn't check out each manufacturer and model of course.

Good luck on your search, and keep us posted.

[TURBS]

what in fact ARE you looking for ?
bunks ?
outside kitchen ?
5th wheel ?
tt
rear kitchen ?
rear living ?

PRICE RANGE ?

maybe with this info we can better help you with a selection based on our own experince .

[rockwood06]

Originally Posted by f1100turbo

what in fact ARE you looking for ?
bunks ?
outside kitchen ?
5th wheel ?
tt
rear kitchen ?
rear living ?

PRICE RANGE ?

maybe with this info we can better help you with a selection based on our own experince .

Rear living, our last one was an 8314ss Rockwood 2006. We would like a slide out in the bedroom as well.

[rockwood06]

Originally Posted by grhodes50

Wade I'm glad to see your ready for that new camper. Of course you know what I'll recommend! Prime Time!

Just a few issues with ours, the biggest problem being the circuit board for the water heater needed replaced. Other than that we have been very satisfied.

I have noticed that in the past year or so not too many are posting about delam issues, at least not nearly as many as you use to see.
Maybe they have came up with a production process that has helped to reduce the problem?

Good luck and I hope you and your DW find the perfect tt no matter what brand it is.
Hopefully you'll also get the "Deal of the Century" as well!

P.S. I've got a PT Crew Member number reserved just for you!

Gary, I forgot about the Prime Time, i will have to find a dealer near the Hanover PA area.....Thanks.

[SabreSam]

Dear Rockwood 06,
Please take a minute and view the Sabre fifthwheels at Palomino RV - Manufacturer of Quaility RVs since 1968. We've added several new floorplans and features to our 2012 product. The new Sabres feature the high gloss exterior that customers have been asking for. And we do it right! Some brands mix non-high gloss entry and luggage doors to save money. Our entire exterior is high gloss. I would be glad to answer any questions you might have after looking over the floorplans. Good luck shopping.

[rockwood06]

Originally Posted by SabreSam

Dear Rockwood 06,
Please take a minute and view the Sabre fifthwheels at Palomino RV - Manufacturer of Quaility RVs since 1968. We've added several new floorplans and features to our 2012 product. The new Sabres feature the high gloss exterior that customers have been asking for. And we do it right! Some brands mix non-high gloss entry and luggage doors to save money. Our entire exterior is high gloss. I would be glad to answer any questions you might have after looking over the floorplans. Good luck shopping.

Thanks for the info and i will check out the site, but at this time I can not tow a 5th wheel, I have a heavy duty 1/2 ton 2008 chevy and it is rated to tow 10,500 lbs.

[Labzy]

Idk what size of TT you are looking at, but when I looked at some of the lightweight Jaycos, I could not believe how low the CCCs were, so be careful of that.

Happy Shopping!!!!!

[rockwood06]

Originally Posted by Labzy

Idk what size of TT you are looking at, but when I looked at some of the lightweight Jaycos, I could not believe how low the CCCs were, so be careful of that.

Happy Shopping!!!!!

Somewhere around 30 to 35', our last one was 33'.

[grhodes50]

Wade, you can contact Prime Time if you have any questions. They're really good at getting back to you quickly. They'll also help you find a dealer in your area.
Prime Time Manufacturing, Manufacturers of travel trailers and fifth wheels

[rockwood06]

Originally Posted by grhodes50

Wade, you can contact Prime Time if you have any questions. They're really good at getting back to you quickly. They'll also help you find a dealer in your area.
Prime Time Manufacturing, Manufacturers of travel trailers and fifth wheels

Thanks Gary, there seems to be one thing after another with me right now, i just changed jobs, my daugther is moving out, and my son is in the Army and he is over seas and he just turn 21 in October and the only way we can talk is by way of Face Book. Gary thanks for your help....Wade.

[grhodes50]

I understand. I usually try and take care of things when the opportunity presents itself rather than wait for that "best" time to do it.

I just took up a new personal hobby that I haven't done in years. It's time consuming and may even take up some of my camping time.

Right now I'm on a 2 week break. I had my left knee scoped out yesterday. Of course I will be receiving work related phone calls and emails. I don't ever seem to get a complete break from work.

Good luck on your new job. I hope your daughter's move goes smoothly and tell your son I said "Thanks" for his service to our country.

If I can help you with any info on any tt, just give me a shout.

Have a good one, I am.

[ng2951]

In general I like units without slideouts. Just one less thing to go wrong when I least want something to go wrong.

THs are nice just because you have a whole wall that you can drop down. That makes it easier to tote oversized equipment, even if it really does not qualify as a 'toy.' It also makes for a convenient covered cargo hauler. The ramp also makes a nice patio in the Spring and Fall and allows the infirmed a wheelchair ramp.

Downside, they are heavier.

[mike06081969]

For the money, the Flagstaff is hard to beat.

[bikendan]

Originally Posted by mike06081969

For the money, the Flagstaff is hard to beat.

Flagstaff rigs come off the same assembly line as Rockwood rigs do. twin brands with the exact same materials and items. just different decor.

also, there are way more Rockwood dealers in the country, therefore Rockwood prices are better than Flagstaff, generally.
an example is that RVW and RVDirect, the two top internet dealers, both sell Rockwood. and their prices are considered to be the lowest in the country.

[Rugged Brown]

Originally Posted by bikendan

Flagstaff rigs come off the same assembly line as Rockwood rigs do. twin brands with the exact same materials and items. just different decor.

also, there are way more Rockwood dealers in the country, therefore Rockwood prices are better than Flagstaff, generally.
an example is that RVW and RVDirect, the two top internet dealers, both sell Rockwood. and their prices are considered to be the lowest in the country.

Your rationale was not evident in my case. I priced the comparable Flagstaff against 2 Rockwood dealers and the Rockwood dealers couldn't match the Flagstaff dealer. I also got a quote from RV wholesalers on a comparable Rockwood and although the price was the better, it wasn't feasible considering the transportation cost. I live in Nova Scotia. Shop around and go with what you feel best with, even if it is a PT. Just kidding Gary.

[grhodes50]

Originally Posted by Rugged Brown

........ even if it is a PT. Just kidding Gary.

Alright, you've got me a little more than slightly miffed now!

[lbrjet]

Originally Posted by mike06081969

For the money, the Flagstaff is hard to beat.

Have had mine 15 months now. Camped over 100 nights this year, with 40 of those traveling through 9 states, 18 campgrounds and 4,700 towing miles. Have had zero problems so far. I take that back, I did have a string break on a shade.

[Wildcat Chris]

Obviously, I'm partial to Wildcats...

Let me know if I can answer any questions about our eXtraLite travel trailers.