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Kbosch74
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Jul 10, 2013

Keystone Premier 31 BHPR vs SolAire 317BHSK vs Aerolite 315

Hello all.

We are seeking your input. We are down to the following three TTs, unless someone has another we should consider. Let me tell you what led us here:

1. 3 kids, so need for 3 bunks (or 2 bunks and a convertible couch/table in the bunkhouse).
2. Aerolite led us to the king size bed. But once we realized it wasn't a true king size, SolAire and its true 60 x 80 queen showed on the radar (I'm 6' 3", so a lenghtly bed is very appealling).
3. Outside kitchen. We like to tailgate, so outside of camping, this is very appealling.
4. Barreled roof...again, 6' 3" so the regular height TTs feel claustrophobic to me.
5. Modern decor.
6. Under 6,600 lbs or so dry.

With that criteria, you can probably see why these came to the top of the list. We'd love to hear your input on this...pro, con or others to consider.

(Oh, and we're good on understanding our tow capacity with these TTs).

Thank you!
  • PAThwacker wrote:
    Kbosch74 wrote:
    Hello all.

    We are seeking your input. We are down to the following three TTs, unless someone has another we should consider. Let me tell you what led us here:

    1. 3 kids, so need for 3 bunks (or 2 bunks and a convertible couch/table in the bunkhouse).
    2. Aerolite led us to the king size bed. But once we realized it wasn't a true king size, SolAire and its true 60 x 80 queen showed on the radar (I'm 6' 3", so a lenghtly bed is very appealling).
    3. Outside kitchen. We like to tailgate, so outside of camping, this is very appealling.
    4. Barreled roof...again, 6' 3" so the regular height TTs feel claustrophobic to me.
    5. Modern decor.
    6. Under 6,600 lbs or so dry.

    With that criteria, you can probably see why these came to the top of the list. We'd love to hear your input on this...pro, con or others to consider.

    (Oh, and we're good on understanding our tow capacity with these TTs).

    Thank you!
    The outside kitchen eliminates one of the much needed beds. Barreled roof is for rain runoff not interior height gains, and 6600lb dry is too much for say our 2500 burb.

    So what are you hauling those kids with?


    How is 8000 lbs too much for a 2500?
  • You might check out Heartland North Trail. Great customer service; good construction. Owned a 26 ft. sold for more space.
  • We just bought a Premier 32 with outside kitchen. Have not had it a month yet and it leaks. It is at the dealer being repaired under warranty. More info for your equation.
  • We had narrowed our choice this year to a Keystone Cougar X Lite 28BHS or the Solaire 269 BHDSK. We liked both, but chose the Solaire for the following reasons:

    -850lbs lighter!
    -Opposing slides
    -Outside Kitchen
    -Torflex Conventional Axles versus the wide stance axles are better for sharper turns
    -Eclipse package white exterior with more powered features
    -Lastly the overall look of the Solaire, fresh new look in a crowded market of similar looking rigs.

    We are extremely happy with our choice and the dealer that we bought from as the PDI and after sales support has been the best we have encountered!

    All the best with your purchase decision!

    Lou
  • PAThwacker wrote:
    Kbosch74 wrote:
    Hello all.

    We are seeking your input. We are down to the following three TTs, unless someone has another we should consider. Let me tell you what led us here:

    1. 3 kids, so need for 3 bunks (or 2 bunks and a convertible couch/table in the bunkhouse).
    2. Aerolite led us to the king size bed. But once we realized it wasn't a true king size, SolAire and its true 60 x 80 queen showed on the radar (I'm 6' 3", so a lenghtly bed is very appealling).
    3. Outside kitchen. We like to tailgate, so outside of camping, this is very appealling.
    4. Barreled roof...again, 6' 3" so the regular height TTs feel claustrophobic to me.
    5. Modern decor.
    6. Under 6,600 lbs or so dry.

    With that criteria, you can probably see why these came to the top of the list. We'd love to hear your input on this...pro, con or others to consider.

    (Oh, and we're good on understanding our tow capacity with these TTs).

    Thank you!
    The outside kitchen eliminates one of the much needed beds. Barreled roof is for rain runoff not interior height gains, and 6600lb dry is too much for say our 2500 burb.

    So what are you hauling those kids with?


    PA,

    thanks for your thoughts. Not sure what you mean about the roof. It may help rainoff, but the interior height is barreled as well, and therefore much taller (4-6 inches taller than a traditional TT)...that's even what they all advertise it for.

    So are you downsizing then?
  • Kbosch74 wrote:
    Hello all.

    We are seeking your input. We are down to the following three TTs, unless someone has another we should consider. Let me tell you what led us here:

    1. 3 kids, so need for 3 bunks (or 2 bunks and a convertible couch/table in the bunkhouse).
    2. Aerolite led us to the king size bed. But once we realized it wasn't a true king size, SolAire and its true 60 x 80 queen showed on the radar (I'm 6' 3", so a lenghtly bed is very appealling).
    3. Outside kitchen. We like to tailgate, so outside of camping, this is very appealling.
    4. Barreled roof...again, 6' 3" so the regular height TTs feel claustrophobic to me.
    5. Modern decor.
    6. Under 6,600 lbs or so dry.

    With that criteria, you can probably see why these came to the top of the list. We'd love to hear your input on this...pro, con or others to consider.

    (Oh, and we're good on understanding our tow capacity with these TTs).

    Thank you!
    The outside kitchen eliminates one of the much needed beds. Barreled roof is for rain runoff not interior height gains, and 6600lb dry is too much for say our 2500 burb.

    So what are you hauling those kids with?
  • We had narrowed our choices to the Solaire and the Premier. We had them both at about the same price, but decided on the Keystone because there was more storage. It had the pantry in the kitchen and a closet across from the bath. We have been on 4 trips the last 2 months and we love it. We have had 4 adults sleep in the bunkroom with no complaints. The other trips have been our 2 kids and 1 or 2 of there friends.