My wife and I are looking at buying a new TT this weekend and I wanted to know from experienced RVers what kind of little things we should look for in the TT. Ya know like things only ppl who have done this for years would know to look for.Also anyone know a good site where we can find a lot of detail about the TT we are looking at? (Construction type, frame spacing, etc.)In case anyone wants to know we are looking at"~Alpha Wolf 26DBH-L~Tracer Breeze 26DBS~Sunset Trail Super Lite SS262 BH~Revere 27BHThanks in advance,Overwhelmed Newbies

If it were us we would take our time and make sure we are purchasing the perfect trailer for our wants and needs. You Live in Michigan, so there is no rush, as I'm sure you wont be able to use it for at least another month or two. Play house in each one and make sure it "fits the family". Take lots of pictures of each and give yourself a week or so to decide.Also, is your tow vehicle capable of towing these trailers, don't listen to the dealer on this. Run the trailer and tongue weights to make sure you are well within the limits with the family and all your gear on board.Good luck, have fun and enjoy the lifestyle.

Halmfamily is correct and gave you good advice. Do not be in a hurry to buy. And make sure you have a tow vehicle capable of pulling the RV you eventually buy.Read and ask questions on the forum. There is a wealth of information and experience available here.Use the search as a learning experience. There is a lot to learn but, it's all fun stuff. (Except for draining the black tank)

Thank you. We have been looking around for about 5 months and the RV show is in town which is the main reason we are looking to buy this weekend (good prices). We have checked the weight several times to the point that we started doubting ourselves. I have a F150 that has a 7500 capacity. So we have been looking at 6000 UVA and under.

gbopp wrote:Halmfamily is correct and gave you good advice. Do not be in a hurry to buy. And make sure you have a tow vehicle capable of pulling the RV you eventually buy.Read and ask questions on the forum. There is a wealth of information and experience available here.Use the search as a learning experience. There is a lot to learn but, it's all fun stuff. (Except for draining the black tank)???? Draining the black is a blast,,,,,, when you can make your brother in law do it.

“which is the main reason we are looking to buy this weekend (good prices).”No no no. Those “good” prices will be available next weekend. Stop panicking.

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gbopp
Explorer
Feb 08, 2018
Halmfamily is correct and gave you good advice. Do not be in a hurry to buy. And make sure you have a tow vehicle capable of pulling the RV you eventually buy.

Read and ask questions on the forum. There is a wealth of information and experience available here.
Use the search as a learning experience. There is a lot to learn but, it's all fun stuff. (Except for draining the black tank)
Halmfamily
Explorer
Feb 08, 2018
If it were us we would take our time and make sure we are purchasing the perfect trailer for our wants and needs. You Live in Michigan, so there is no rush, as I'm sure you wont be able to use it for at least another month or two. Play house in each one and make sure it "fits the family". Take lots of pictures of each and give yourself a week or so to decide.

Also, is your tow vehicle capable of towing these trailers, don't listen to the dealer on this. Run the trailer and tongue weights to make sure you are well within the limits with the family and all your gear on board.

Good luck, have fun and enjoy the lifestyle.

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