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Aluminum_Siding
Apr 14, 2014Explorer
I have a Keystone my boss has Forest River. Both are flimsy and come with the usual issues. Like above Ford Chevy Dodge it's all about the same. Any of the top brands are about the same quality and all the same appliances. Don't listen to the sales guy bash the competition down the street. You'll read horror stories from someone somewhere on each brand. You'll also hear rave reviews on each as well. I went with Keystone cause I liked the perceived aerodynamics of the passport. I also liked the wider wheel stance and it sits higher. Plumbing is behind the rear tire and wont scrap up the driveway. I'm sure there are things about the Forest River others may prefer more. Look at them closely and go with what feels right and catches the eye.  The higher end models regardless of brand are the same structurally, just with extras. It's like a ford xl vs the ford platinum. Same power train, shell, chassis, etc. One has plastic seats and manual window cranks and the other is pure luxury. Lastly once you get it keep up the maintenance. Mine gets pressure washed top to bottom after each trip. Roof conditioner, 303 aerospace all over and it the fridge is off the cover is on. I also inspect the roof and make patches regularly. I see so many dirty, rotting, roof leaking rigs out there. Point being take care of it and you'll get your money's worth.
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