Just bought our first new trailer!
Hey guys, we are pretty excited. My wife and I just bought out first ever new trailer. We bought a Coachmen Catalina 323bhdsck legacy edition. It hast to be built so we have a bit of a wait ahead of u...
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Catalina new trailer-
Welcome to new adventures in the RV world. Here are a couple of thoughts based on my own experience with a new trailer:
1. Tires- find out what is biggest and highest load range tire you can use with your new trailer. Pick out the brand of tire that you like the most. I have used Good Year "G" rated tires for years and have had good experiences. Talk with your other RV friends for their opinions. Yes, there are a number different brands to choose from. Make replacing the tires your trailer comes with the tires of your choice a part of the deal or no deal. The dealer can have this done at the Mfg. plant. Generally new trailers come with cheapest tires possible.
2. I would test every system completely, including the AC. Put water in the fresh water tank to test the whole system especially the shower and toilet. Fresh water can just be drained right on the ground when done. Have the dealer fill both propane tanks so you can test the heating system. Turn on every electrical switch. Take your awing completely out and back in a couple of times.
3. If possible, stay in your trailer overnight at the dealers lot to do a "real" test of all the trailer systems and functions especially the refrigerator.
Happy RVing:)
Welcome to new adventures in the RV world. Here are a couple of thoughts based on my own experience with a new trailer:
1. Tires- find out what is biggest and highest load range tire you can use with your new trailer. Pick out the brand of tire that you like the most. I have used Good Year "G" rated tires for years and have had good experiences. Talk with your other RV friends for their opinions. Yes, there are a number different brands to choose from. Make replacing the tires your trailer comes with the tires of your choice a part of the deal or no deal. The dealer can have this done at the Mfg. plant. Generally new trailers come with cheapest tires possible.
2. I would test every system completely, including the AC. Put water in the fresh water tank to test the whole system especially the shower and toilet. Fresh water can just be drained right on the ground when done. Have the dealer fill both propane tanks so you can test the heating system. Turn on every electrical switch. Take your awing completely out and back in a couple of times.
3. If possible, stay in your trailer overnight at the dealers lot to do a "real" test of all the trailer systems and functions especially the refrigerator.
Happy RVing:)
