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Bird_chaser
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Mar 17, 2014

Shakedown cruise

We just returned from a four day trip to a little lake McSwain. We picked up our Grand Design Reflection 303 on January 16th. We spent time accumulating all the stuff we thought we would require to be comfortable and have many successful trips in the future.
The unit was fully loaded including 20 gallons of water and our truck pulled it without any issues. We had a pull through with full hook up with a view of the lake. Now, knowing that this is a new just out of the box trailer I was on edge for the first day as we were trying out all of the systems. Well, I am pleased to let all of those that re in the decision making phase the Grand Design lived up to its billing, all systems worked perfect! We had absolutely no issues, we checked fit and finish on everything as well as the operation of all the systems including the AC it was 80 degrees on Sat.
We received tons of complements and are very pleased with our purchase and would recommend this manufacturer without reservation.
We also enjoyed our side trip to Yosemite much more with the peace of mind that we had no worries.
  • Congratulations on your new rig. I saw one at the Rv show and they are a real nice looking unit.
  • Good to hear. I pick up my Solitude 305RE on Friday. Nice rigs!
  • Coach-man: We are waiting on delivery of a Reflection FW from Grand Design. With our Keystone RV, we had horrible quality problems, and even though I complained to the manufacturer, I never heard back from them.

    I ordered some custome upgrades on the Reflection so I had to wait for delivery from the factory. They reached out to me frequently with phone calls and emails to let me know the status of the build and delivery. The regional sales manager explained in detail what they do to ensure quality in every build. To say this impressed me is a real understatement.

    There is an independent forum focused on Grand Design (not owned by the company). You can research the comments and history of forum members. Here's a link:

    Grand Design Owner's Forum
  • We just looked at a Grand Design Solitude model 369RL and loved it! I am glad to hear about people with actual experience and a positive experience with the manufacturer. This is another reason for us to consider the purchase. Enjoy your new rig!
  • Congratulations! Glad you had a good trip. We just finished a five week longer shakedown and also had good luck. Got to test both furnace and AC.
  • Congratulations on your new rig. McSwain is a great place to try her out glad you outing was a success.
  • Congratulations! I'm hoping our experience will be just like yours. we pick up our new Reflection 337 Thursday.
  • I love it when a plan comes together.

    You will have many wonderful experiences with your RV. Just remember when an issue comes up, "I am not at work. I am the boss. This too shall pass." Get the problem taken care of and relax again.