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03-25-2013, 02:13 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Melbourne FL
Posts: 24
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Leather couch
Our new 30RS was delivered with a leather sofa rather than the cloth fabric we ordered. It is supposedly standard now with leather. FR asked prior to delivery which we wanted and we responded with fabric. Assuming we can still get fabric ...any one have issues one way or the other?
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03-25-2013, 02:51 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Clayton, NC
Posts: 695
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We originally had the fabric couch. I had it replaced by the leather one last year while at the plant. The leather is much more comfortable than the fabric for sitting. It also matches our recliners. We like it because our dog's hair doesn't get stuck in the fabric.
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03-25-2013, 05:21 PM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Burton, MI.
Posts: 4,520
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If I remember right it was a late year change and the cloth is no longer available. I have cloth in mine.
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2018 Silverado 3500HD Dually 6.6L Duramax/Allison
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2016 93, 2017 79, 2018 84, 2019 59, 2020 0,
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03-25-2013, 05:55 PM
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Factory Rep
Join Date: Mar 2012
Posts: 123
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Not sure what Brand is being talked about on this. Columbus has 2 cloth Fabrics & 2 rebound leather choices.
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03-25-2013, 06:42 PM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Burton, MI.
Posts: 4,520
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Christopher Columbus
Not sure what Brand is being talked about on this. Columbus has 2 cloth Fabrics & 2 rebound leather choices.
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Oh, I was told that you could only get the leather now. Sorry for the misinformation!!!
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Scott & Vicki
2018 Silverado 3500HD Dually 6.6L Duramax/Allison
2018 Columbus 366RL 1492 Edition
Camped 2012 19, 2013 110, 2014 129, 2015 97
2016 93, 2017 79, 2018 84, 2019 59, 2020 0,
2021 4 reserved
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03-25-2013, 07:30 PM
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Trailer Trash
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: MN
Posts: 608
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@ Stott - Lemme guess, the dolts at Trade Winds are lying to you again. Well, maybe not lying, more like they just aren't winning any dealer awards.
Hot sweaty skin sticks to the leather. Not so with the fabric. They all have their pros and cons.
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03-25-2013, 08:07 PM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Burton, MI.
Posts: 4,520
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Quote:
Originally Posted by joelek
@ Stott - Lemme guess, the dolts at Trade Winds are lying to you again. Well, maybe not lying, more like they just aren't winning any dealer awards.
Hot sweaty skin sticks to the leather. Not so with the fabric. They all have their pros and cons.
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I like the coolness of the leather seats, and the comfyness of the couch!!!
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2018 Silverado 3500HD Dually 6.6L Duramax/Allison
2018 Columbus 366RL 1492 Edition
Camped 2012 19, 2013 110, 2014 129, 2015 97
2016 93, 2017 79, 2018 84, 2019 59, 2020 0,
2021 4 reserved
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03-25-2013, 08:11 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Melbourne FL
Posts: 24
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The brand is Columbus. We ordered it the 1st of February. I think it was factory mistake. Our dealer says they will order the correct one. I have no reason to distrust anyone. Had two previous FR products with great customer service.
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03-25-2013, 08:16 PM
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MI Camperz
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: michigan
Posts: 1,640
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If you have dogs or kids, leather is better. Just wipes up. Keep it conditioned at least yearly to prevent it drying out and cracking....Just my experience from home furniture.
Lynn and Mike
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03-26-2013, 06:46 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2013
Posts: 158
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My dealer told me that - at least for the color I chose - leather is the only choice available.
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03-26-2013, 07:31 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2011
Posts: 2,106
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Christopher Columbus
Not sure what Brand is being talked about on this. Columbus has 2 cloth Fabrics & 2 rebound leather choices.
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I never heard the term "rebound" leather before. Is that the same as faux leather or bonded leather? I assume its not real leather used in these campers?
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03-26-2013, 07:48 AM
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Always Learning
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Four Corners, FL
Posts: 21,890
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Quote:
Originally Posted by treaves
My dealer told me that - at least for the color I chose - leather is the only choice available.
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treaves- if you post the year, make and model of your camper, Christopher Columbus is a factor rep and can help you more specifically.
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03-26-2013, 08:31 AM
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Member
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Oregon
Posts: 80
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When we ordered our Columbus the Fabric couch was standard and we made sure to order the leather due to the fact I was afraid that if our 2 labs get on the couch that their toe nails would snag the fabric. Also the dog hair getting stuck in the fabric was another reason we opted for leather.
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03-27-2013, 07:42 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2013
Posts: 158
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ependydad
treaves- if you post the year, make and model of your camper, Christopher Columbus is a factor rep and can help you more specifically.
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Ya, I've e-mailed him. My understanding from this forum is that a few things have been changed and 'updated/upgraded/ over the last few months at the factory.
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03-30-2013, 04:20 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Palm Coast FL
Posts: 746
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Leather is more comfortable, easier to clean/keep clean and contrary to JoelEk - it really does not stick to sweaty skin. I have had leather furniture and leather in vehicles, it does really get hot and seems to stick if in the sun but once the surface moisture burns off, it is really quite pleasant. The fabric will absorb more body oil and sweat then tend to smell after a few years but it should not be a problem. As most of you know - any RV does the following:
Parties 6, Feeds 4, Sleeps 2
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