OK. Couple of things. The rot I had in the two prior TT's was not from the roof. Yes, I know enough to clean and maintain the roof. One leak was from the front bunk door (hybrid) and the other was from the entry door. These were VERY subtle leaks, not a flood, but it was enough that over a couple of years the floor rotted to the point where you couldn't stand on it. When you have a layer of luan on either side of 2" foam and the luan rots out, there's not much strength left. It's great when it comes from the factory. I don't mind minor repairs but I'm not about to replace part of a floor that never should have rotted in the first place.
Yes, I'd love to get the Element but it's a bit pricey, $45-60K, but it's very cool. A "plastic Airstream" with a nice looking interior.
So.....does anyone have any other ideas for a long-life travel trailer?
I wish more of these guys used something like Azdel in their walls and floors. We looked at the Lance, which is supposedly well built and uses Azdel but, for the money, I thought the interior was a little cheap looking.
I know all RV's are built to a specific design spec and price point. Everyone wants CHEAP and LITE. I get that. Does that mean it has to fall apart? I'm willing to spend a little more (within reason) and tow something that's a little heavier. Thoughts??
Thanks for the replies. Steve
