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Proteus
Aug 31, 2013Explorer
jerem0621 wrote:
OP..
I am not sure what your budget is or exactly what you are looking for, but a few things in a general sense come to mind.
1) Torsion Axles... they are the choice of Airstream and have proven to be reliable. And they lead to a very good handling trailer
2) Laminated build... its beautiful and can be very light weight.
2) Manufacturer that stands behind their product and will be around longer than next week
3) A dealer network is nearly as important as the manufacturer
These facts have lead me to the Jayco Jay Feather line of travel trailers.
1) They have torsion axles
2) they have a laminated build
3) Jayco has been around for years and stand behind their products with a 2 year warrenty
4) Jayco dealers tend to be very good.
I like the Jay Feather 254 for a family of 2 or 3 ish.
Jay Feather floor plans
Here is a video that illustrates the handling differences between Airstream (torsion axles) vs leaf springs.... Really scary IMHO.
Airstream Performance
Thanks!
Jeremiah
Thanks, we're definitely looking for torsion, vs leaf spring suspension, which unfortunately seems to be somewhat rare. I looked at Jayco earlier, but aren't they using wood extensively for exterior walls, roof framing, and flooring? Lamination is nice, but with wood, it will delaminate if it gets wet. Does Jayco make anything with Azdel anymore? I know the Skylark did, but it was designed for two (and no longer made :-(.
Basically what I want is either a slightly larger Lance 2185 with 2 bunks vs 3, a Jayco Skylark with bunks at around 23-26 ft, or a lightweight Nash 25c with Azdel/aluminum construction. Getting close, but with all the choices out there, nothing with the right combo. Airstream is nice..but they're not designed for kids due to lack of bunks. Sleeping on the dinette just doesn't work for us.
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