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Blue_Warbler's avatar
Blue_Warbler
Explorer
Jun 09, 2018

Lot of newer trailers have fewer windows. Why?

We're shopping for a small used trailer to take off in. So far those in our price range are selling before we can get to them, but I'm noticing big differences in the pictures. We're seeing ranges from old trailers with windows on 3 sides of a dinette to newer one window on a side dinette and one or no windows across the end

We're wondering about the reasons for this trend and hoping for opinions on plusses and minuses.

Thanks for any input.
  • bobndot's avatar
    bobndot
    Explorer II
    Jun 09, 2018
    Well, if you don't have a window at the dinette , your neighbor can use the outside shower without upsetting your breakfast. :E :)

    I guess the real answer is to save weight and cost.
  • BobsYourUncle's avatar
    BobsYourUncle
    Nomad
    Jun 09, 2018
    gbopp wrote:

    If people would buy RV's with no windows, the manufacturers would build them with no windows. But, they probably wouldn't be any cheaper.


    The would call it a custom option such as "Privacy Feature" and charge an extra 3 grand for it!
    :B
  • gbopp's avatar
    gbopp
    Explorer
    Jun 09, 2018
    Just a guess but, it's probably to save on manufacturing costs. Fewer windows also means less chance of a leak/warranty issues.
    As GrandpaKip mentioned, it also creates more wall space for storage.

    If people would buy RV's with no windows, the manufacturers would build them with no windows. But, they probably wouldn't be any cheaper.

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