We really like the Open Range Light (318rls model), Forest River Rockwood Signature Ultra Lite (ws8289 model) and CrossRoads Cruiser (CF31RL) (possibly the primetime Crusader) fifth wheels. Anyone owned these (or maybe a friend of your's?) that can provide input on them ? Quality?? Issues?? Longevity???Obviously any of these are major purchases and no one wants to make a mistake. On looks, of course they all look good when they are new.Houston RV show is this coming week and I hope all of these will be there so we can look them over very closely. Thanks in advance for your advice!

We bought an Open Range Roamer in 2012 are really happy with the quality of the unit. OpenRange has a 2 year warranty also and the company is known for good customer service also. Our first 5th wheel was a Rockwood 8283 that we had for 7 years. It served us well with very few problems; we needed more room and features and the Open Range fit our needs. They're usually lighter than other brands around the same size.

I have a 2011 Crossroads that has been a very good unit with only a couple very minor issues that were handled quickly. However, I know in the last couple of years they have had more than there fair shares of issues including an overhaul of their upper management I believe. Still many happy owners I'm sure, but, many complaints and issues to boot. But in the end its really which units features and floor plans that suit you best that matters. That hard part is finding all of that in a unit that is also quality constructed and in your budget that's the hard part. Good luck with the search!

We researched and compared for over six month when we determined that the Crusader by Prime Time was the best buy based on floor plans, quality of workmanship, and support. When we went to make the actual purchase we saw a new brand, Reflection by Grand Design. We spent literally hours going back and forth between the two units and ended up purchasing the reflection. The company is founded by the same guys that started Keystone. We live in CA so we have already spent a fair amount of time in the trailer, I have a 2001 Chevy 3500 that is gas and it towed the trailer with just one slowdown at the Cuesta grade (7%). We have had no problems and the workmanship, fit and finish is great. I would like to suggest you also put this unit in your mix.

We also looked for nearly a year and decided on the Reflection.Check out the owners forums for each of the units.

We don't own an Open Range but we've been inside them and they are all over our resort here in SE FL.Seem like petty good units for the money. Most of the people here are very happy with them. They have some really good floor plans as well.

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gillman
Explorer
Feb 08, 2014
Quartermoon... I have no doubt you will have great luck with the Open Range. I was disappointed they didn't have one at the RV Show but I know they can't bring every model. Terry Vaughn is a very good dealership as well so I know you will have good luck with their service. Maybe we will see you around camping sometime! I will keep my eye out for a new Open Range 318!
pauljgrenier
Explorer
Feb 08, 2014
We've got an Open Range, Mesa Ridge 345, and love it. Please check it out. One of the biggest selling points on this modle was that it is self leveling, rare on a 5W.
Let me know
Paul
topjimmy
Explorer
Feb 11, 2014
Self leveling rare for a 5th???? Not anymore ,My 2012 Montana 5th came with lipert 6 point auto leveling from the factory, If ANY mfg does not offer it as a option or just come with it standard they are behind the times ,IMO it is one of the coolest things they have added to 5th's AWESOME!
Paul_Clancy
Explorer
Feb 12, 2014
OP great choice! We bought the 2014 crusader 295rst touring and are extremely happy with it and the company. If we hadnt found our crusader we would have bought the reflection for sure.
Gsport
Explorer
Feb 12, 2014
Gillman, congratulations and welcome to the Grand Design family. I bought my solitude at last years Portland RV show. They do make a quality RV. Don't forget to check out the Grand Design Owners Forum. A lot of good people over there. In fact Bill is active over there..
B_Sjulestad
Explorer II
Feb 12, 2014
Congratulations, that rig is featured in the last TL magazine and looks like a real nice unit.
topjimmy
Explorer
Feb 14, 2014
We have 2 friends with Grand Designs 5th's Solitudes the big brother to the Reflection and I can tell you first hand they are nice 5th's pretty inside and out

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