PamfromVA wrote:
We had a 2007 Coachman TT fall apart on us. I think part of the problem is we use them for long road trips and most light TT's are made for the one weekend a month crowd. When we started looking for a replacement in a floor plan that we wanted, my first requirement was that it was able to carry at least 3,000 lbs. I believe those with the hightest capacity have the greatest chance of survival. As far as leaks, that's a crapshoot based on the mood of the workers who put your camper together that day. I've been on here long enough to read about $7K thru $150K campers with leaking problems when new. Keep a close eye on anything you buy for the first year and be diligent with preventative maintenance after that.
Good points Pam. I believe in the NCC net cargo capacity. rule as well. If the NCC is low I'm skeptical.
Nothing wrong with a stick and tin unit at all. There are plenty of 10+ years old plus models still going strong.
Smooth sided trailers are far from foolproof despite all the marketing and new fangled this and that propaganda that is meant to lead one to believe smooth sided trailer are the best thing since sliced bread.
I have a smooth side unit and so far I have had no issues however I know it has the potential for leaks and damage just liker any other RV.
