Boondock / off-grid option package
Why can't manufacturers offer a package of options for those of us who like to get off the beaten track with our campers? Stuff like extra clearance, pre-installed solar (not just prep) and LARGER da...
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I think all brands have some form of a trailer that would meet thse needs. To make options like the Boondock package would take more changes on the line. The frames for these trailers are what they are. You get one set of springs and one set of tires on frame X. To add the option of more tank capacity you have to increase the springs, tires and possibly the frame. That would be expensive and since the frames come pre made all put together then they would have to disassemble everything and add the option items. The cost would be too much IMO. So that's why they offer a more boondock worthy trailer in other models.
Then factor in all brands offering this and all the work involved in ordering a trailer with it. The manufacture then needs to decide which models they're going to offer it on. Some trailers are maxed out as is with 30/30/30. Then add in 70/70/50 tanks. That would increase the weight by 850lbs. So now that trailer that rides on 205/75/15 tires on 3500lb axles needs 4400lb axles and 225/75/15 tires. Plus the extra support welded in for the heavier tanks. Too much work for a simple assembly line product.
Then factor in all brands offering this and all the work involved in ordering a trailer with it. The manufacture then needs to decide which models they're going to offer it on. Some trailers are maxed out as is with 30/30/30. Then add in 70/70/50 tanks. That would increase the weight by 850lbs. So now that trailer that rides on 205/75/15 tires on 3500lb axles needs 4400lb axles and 225/75/15 tires. Plus the extra support welded in for the heavier tanks. Too much work for a simple assembly line product.
