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fordtch8
Explorer
Mar 21, 2018

Smaller High Quality Fifth Bunkhouse

Hello all. I would like to draw on the knowledge of the group and see if anyone has any recommendations for fifth wheels that I have not seen. For the last two years our family has owned a Crusader 298BHD bunkhouse. This is our second rig. The first was a non bunkhouse Arctic Fox travel trailer. Unfortunately during our ownership of the Crusder, I have not been impressed with the build quality. The kitchen trim quality seems to be poor and it seems like every time we go out I have to fix something. We recently saw a Grand Design 28BH and are thinking of upgrading to it. We are looking for a higher quality fifth wheel bunkhouse, shorter in overall length (30-35 feet), with a separate bunk room, a side bath (not walk through), and a separate master bedroom. Does anyone know of any other models we should look at? Thanks

Possible Grand Design Purchase

Current Crusader

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  • Lantley's avatar
    Lantley
    Nomad
    Mar 21, 2018
    Consider Highland ridge 295BHS. Similar floorplan to the GD 1000# lighter.
    I don't think they make an RV that won't require constant tinkering and fixing. Ongoing maintaining is part of the RV game.
    Have you considered units with larger bunkhouses? I think the bunkhouse needs to be large enough that the kids have room to hang out vs. just enough room for sleeping.
    A larger bunkhouse gives the kids a pace to hang out and call their own.
    When the kids have their own space, the adults can have their own space as well. In the end a space that you can retreat to and call your own when needed enhances the camping experience for everyone.
  • kerrlakeRoo's avatar
    kerrlakeRoo
    Explorer
    Mar 21, 2018
    One brand that you may want to check is K-Z.
    Smaller name, 2 year warranty, and you dont hear many complaints on them. There are some small bunk units like you mentioned in their Durango lines. And they are available on the east coast.

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