Smitty77 wrote:
haddy1 wrote:
Just curious. Why did you choose the RFM over the Winegard Travler?
I feel either dish would serve us well, and many happy owners of both.
I looked over both RF Mogul and Trav'ler and I feel the build construction and base were a bit better on the RF Mogul. With the recent price increase on Trav'ler, the cost difference narrowed. Toss in the ability to change over providers, and remove a component module to send in for assistance if ever needed - is why I decided to go with the RF Mogul. From what I read while researching, either company provides great support.
Smitty
I wanted to update that we did end up going with the Winegard Trav'ler. For two reasons:
1) My RV technician said he gives the tech support staff at Winegard a solid B to B+ grade. He felt that RF Mogul rated a C or sometimes a C-, depending upon the luck of the call
2) Same tech, is more familiar with Trav'ler. He said his opinion was that my opinion was a bit 'off' on the quality seeming better on the RF Mogul. And he had never had a problem with the Trav'ler 'shifting in winds'. Out of over 150+ Trav'ler installs that he has done. (The shop probably has installed over 500 of them.) He'd only had one owner that had a problem after the install that required removal and replacement of the Trav'ler - from a Winegard caused reason. (Said he'd removed and replace and repaired the roof of some that had made 'sudden impact'... with obstacles.)
And yes, it's less expensive too...
So I 'flipped flop' on what I was going to do, and updated this thread to share this Tech's opinion. I like and respect the man, had also worked as a trouble shooter for National before they went away... A good person he be.)
Best to all,
Smitty
