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the_bear_II
Jun 18, 2015Explorer
You'll be surprised at how long it will last provided the manufacturer used a good frame and quality suspension components.
Our first TT was an entry level model.
We used it at least once per month plus several cross country trips. We had it for 16 years. During that time the only road wear issue was one of the dinette booth seats frame broke. I was able to add a brace to fix it.
Our current 5th wheel was also an entry level model. It's 21 years old and just now has developed a problem with the ceiling. The glue holding the ceiling panels up has given up in some areas. It will be an easy fix using staples into the roof structure.
Our first TT was an entry level model.
We used it at least once per month plus several cross country trips. We had it for 16 years. During that time the only road wear issue was one of the dinette booth seats frame broke. I was able to add a brace to fix it.
Our current 5th wheel was also an entry level model. It's 21 years old and just now has developed a problem with the ceiling. The glue holding the ceiling panels up has given up in some areas. It will be an easy fix using staples into the roof structure.
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