TUCQUALA wrote:
Prior to our 280RKS, we had a 2010 Jayco 24RBS. We enjoyed it, was pretty well put together, but didn't compare to our Timber Ridge in almost all aspects. Our son had a 2012 Jayco 26RKS before he got a Wind River 270CIS. He had quite a few problems with his Jayco, the worst being the roof of slide sagging a good amount!!
Neither of our ORV products have not had problems, but they have been minor, and have been taken care of easily both by myself and the factory. Lots of room and storage INSIDE the 280RKS, but minimal outside storage. Minor for us, and I have added 2 outside doors to access the dinette seat area from outside. Tows great, lots of fresh water and holding tank capacity, and well built. Warmer than the Jayco up here in the NW during spring and fall camping.
Jayco is a great trailer but not as great as an ORV, in my opinion. As you can see price also reflects that somewhat. Go with an ORV if finances allow!!
If you haven't been on this site, go there and read all the positive and negative posts. Good info!!
http://www.irv2.com/forums/f282/
I just looked at a photo of the outside specs sticker on the unit I am considering. It states CCC of only 929#. I called owner and he said ORV had grossly underestimated the out the door weight and actually wrote in brochure for 2016 models a CCC of 1800. That is waaaay off! Not sure about the low CCC of 929#.....seems rather low for such a robust TT. But I guess all of the heavy axles, wheel, furniture, woodwork, etc. add up. Kind of sad such a nice TT only has 929# of CCC.
Does your 2016 have same CCC of 929# or close to it?
Thanks
