First time buyer needs advice
I am looking for a well built travel trailer for full time living. The minimum length of 25+. i would like to have something with a good track record of not leaking. As i look around i see trailers...
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Will you be doing lots of towing or very little towing and more sitting?
If very little towing and lots of sitting, do investigate Trailer Park Model designs. They tend to be build stronger, have higher roofs (which is great for tall folks), take more weather exposure and tend to need less fixings. Trailer Park models are heavier weight but if sitting more than driving, Park Models might fit your needs (much better than a TT).
Also... Do investigate pre-owned - for huge cost savings as well. I bought my TT 1.5 years old and got an amazing discount. Going pre-owned to save lots of dollars might work for you as well.
If into DIY fixings, then buy an older Park Model and apply your own upgrades. My one buddy bought a Park Model for $1,500 and replaced its flooring, installed better electrical wiring, install better 12V wiring, installed better kitchen layout, insulated ("contractor grade" Closed Cell spray foam) the inside walls, applied new outer wall paneling and applied new roof layer. Simple DIY fixing - if paced over several months. Today, his Park Model is amazing. It takes very little heat or AC power, its electrical is safe (compared to older wiring) and its plumbing is new PEX lines as well. At times, I wish I had his older Park Model - for near 25% cost that I paid for my 1.5 year old TT model.
Hope this helps...
Will you be doing lots of towing or very little towing and more sitting?
If very little towing and lots of sitting, do investigate Trailer Park Model designs. They tend to be build stronger, have higher roofs (which is great for tall folks), take more weather exposure and tend to need less fixings. Trailer Park models are heavier weight but if sitting more than driving, Park Models might fit your needs (much better than a TT).
Also... Do investigate pre-owned - for huge cost savings as well. I bought my TT 1.5 years old and got an amazing discount. Going pre-owned to save lots of dollars might work for you as well.
If into DIY fixings, then buy an older Park Model and apply your own upgrades. My one buddy bought a Park Model for $1,500 and replaced its flooring, installed better electrical wiring, install better 12V wiring, installed better kitchen layout, insulated ("contractor grade" Closed Cell spray foam) the inside walls, applied new outer wall paneling and applied new roof layer. Simple DIY fixing - if paced over several months. Today, his Park Model is amazing. It takes very little heat or AC power, its electrical is safe (compared to older wiring) and its plumbing is new PEX lines as well. At times, I wish I had his older Park Model - for near 25% cost that I paid for my 1.5 year old TT model.
Hope this helps...
