2011 Cardinal

[ernest917]

Anyone out there have this model???? I’m about to go look at one and any “heads-up” things I should look for!!!

[bikendan]

Originally Posted by ernest917

Anyone out there have this model???? I’m about to go look at one and any “heads-up” things I should look for!!!

Cardinal is the brand. Which model number are you asking about?
NADA shows 8 different model numbers for 2011.

[ernest917]

Sorry about that - model 3425.....

I’m extremely knowledgeable of the Forest River Berkshire diesel pusher but have zero knowledge of 5th wheels...

Any help would be appreciated!!!!

[bikendan]

Originally Posted by ernest917

Sorry about that - model 3425.....

I’m extremely knowledgeable of the Forest River Berkshire diesel pusher but have zero knowledge of 5th wheels...

Any help would be appreciated!!!!

Well, you posted this in the correct sub-forum. Hopefully someone here, who owns a Cardinal 3425, will answer your questions.

[ernest917]

No one has this model???? That’s strange..... Thanks....

[CHICKDOE]

we have a 2015 3425. i don't know how much would have changed from a model year 2011.

i doubt that there is much that is model specific. one thing that comes to mind is the cargo carrying capacity. it is pretty small on ours. just look at the overall condition of the trailer as you would any other model.

i'd do a real close inspection op front of the electronics / battery compartment. the reason is that they pack a lot of electronic items into the same compartment at the batteries. the batteries are supposed to be in boxes and vented to the outside. but even so it concerns me that there is so many electronic items in very close proximity to the batteries. check for corrosion on the electronics!

ours came with mor-ryde rubber pin box and suspension parts. these use the rubber springs. but these springs wear out. i was told they don't last for 10 years. your at that age. check them to see if they have deteriorated.

hope this helps!