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jdrver's avatar
jdrver
Explorer
Jan 24, 2016

Quality Coachman Chaparral 29BHS

Does anyone have any feedback/experience on the Coachman Chaparral fifth wheels? We are looking specifically at the 29BHS. We have been looking a number of different units and like the layout and specs etc on this unit. I am wondering more about quality etc since they are now owned by Forrest River. We have owned a Jayco in the past and liked them, but they do not offer the floor plan we like in this size unit.

Also with the "turn design" on this unit, they say 90 degree with shorbed truck. Any one have experinece with B&W hitch and clearance issues?

Running 2015 Ram 2500 Crew Cab Short bed Diesel.

Thanks,
  • TXiceman's avatar
    TXiceman
    Explorer II
    Dec 13, 2017
    Looked at the Chaparrals and Cougars both at the RV shows and they are typical entry level RVs. They look pretty, but are not substantial.

    Ken
  • Fineline1's avatar
    Fineline1
    Explorer
    Dec 12, 2017
    We also looked at the 29BHS but ended up finding the same floorplan in the Cougar 320QBS but cheaper due to being a used unit so we went that way. I did like the Chapparal though, especially the lower profile. I like the way the floor opens up on both sides. You will have room in there to hold a square dance if you wanted!
  • bwilke's avatar
    bwilke
    Explorer
    Dec 11, 2017
    i am looking at this same 5th wheeler....did you purchase a couple of years ago and if you did how has it been....any problems... I have the same truck you had when you purchased
  • ddschuman's avatar
    ddschuman
    Explorer
    Feb 01, 2016
    We have a 2013 Coachmen Chaparral Signature 343RLTS that we bought new and have had very little issues. My worst complaint with build is the quality of the interior steps. Our bottom step gave way this past summer and when looking at it to repair we noticed that it was constructed using staples and cheesy looking wood. one of the staples had pulled loose. We temporarily braced it but are considering rebuilding the steps completely with sturdier materials. Other than that, it has really seemed to hold up well for us and we like it.
  • Ronandpat's avatar
    Ronandpat
    Explorer
    Jan 30, 2016
    We have a new 2016 Chaparal 33TSIK. Have had it since July. No major problems (slide adjustment, replace bottom seal on one slide and refrig drain connect). This is our third new 5er and it has been comparable to to the previous (2005 and 2011) units.
  • Toolguy5's avatar
    Toolguy5
    Explorer III
    Jan 29, 2016
    jdrver wrote:
    I am pumped! We are going with Chaparral Lite 29BHS. I talked with a service rep with Coachman and he confirmed I will not need a slider hitch with my truck and camper configuration. Pick it up next Saturday :)


    Congrats on your new 5er. Enjoy and have fun.
  • jdrver's avatar
    jdrver
    Explorer
    Jan 29, 2016
    I am pumped! We are going with Chaparral Lite 29BHS. I talked with a service rep with Coachman and he confirmed I will not need a slider hitch with my truck and camper configuration. Pick it up next Saturday :)
  • Toolguy5's avatar
    Toolguy5
    Explorer III
    Jan 26, 2016
    We have a 325 MKS it is a 2013. Had some issues with slides leaking, a window leaking, refrigerator front kept falling off.

    All repairs done under warranty or at the Coachmen rally for free.

    We liked the layout of the unit is why we bought it.

    I really would not complain about workmanship but as always could have a done a better job.

    I do have a B&W hitch it is a slider but have not had to use the slider yet. I can turn 90 degrees without it.
  • xPIXx's avatar
    xPIXx
    Explorer
    Jan 26, 2016
    Have a 2012 269BHS that we bought new. Haven't ever had any problems, its been a great unit. I would buy again.
  • Dave_and_Sue's avatar
    Dave_and_Sue
    Explorer
    Jan 25, 2016
    We have the 29RKS,a 2015.Haven't had any major troubles other than the front cap fade.Coachman had it painted under warranty.As far as build,it's pretty good.Nothing other than a black tank valve cable broke.Dealer sent me a new one and I replaced it myself.If you get a good one it's a good one and I believe most of the coachmans are good.
    We have pulled this one to both coasts and about 12,000 miles and are still on the "China bomb"tires.

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