Question about a light weight 5th Wheel
While still searching for the perfect TT for our family, we came across a Forest River Flagstaff Classic Super Lite. We liked several of the floor plans, but more especially the 8529RLWS. What I am ...
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Granted, there's a lot to like about a trailer that weighs considerably less than other trailers the same size.
For me, the concern about a "light" RV is where, specifically, did they make the weight savings. If it was something obvious like aluminum framing throughout (including the roof trusses), or parts of the frame or suspension used aluminum instead of steel, then hey, that's something tangible that I can potentially touch, see and appreciate technically, for better or worse.
RV manufacturers have trouble producing consistent quality using construction techniques that have been in place for many years. It would be nice if they'd get this process perfected first before attempting to trim the fat from an already compromised process.
For me, the concern about a "light" RV is where, specifically, did they make the weight savings. If it was something obvious like aluminum framing throughout (including the roof trusses), or parts of the frame or suspension used aluminum instead of steel, then hey, that's something tangible that I can potentially touch, see and appreciate technically, for better or worse.
RV manufacturers have trouble producing consistent quality using construction techniques that have been in place for many years. It would be nice if they'd get this process perfected first before attempting to trim the fat from an already compromised process.
