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Re: Camper travel trailer noob questions
Settled on the 242 for 28500 out the door. 25,999 before all the taxes and fees and prep. Dry weight is 5574 and hitch is 735. I close on this tomorrow, just need to get a hitch. I'm going to see what's open and available tonight. We got everything we were looking for and then some. This thing has a remote to control jacks and awning and the slide out and lights. Didn't do too much research on the Dutchman brand but what I did read seemed positive. I'll report back what hitch I get and how the walk through and closing go. Thanks for all the responses and advice in making a more intelligent decision for me and my family and everyone else on the road.408Views0likes0CommentsRe: Camper travel trailer noob questions
I'm trying to work a deal on a 242, it's 1000 pounds lighter so weight shouldn't be an issue. This has not been a very enjoyable experience dealing with camper world of Houston. I'm about ready to walk away from the whole thing. Are these aerolites any good, everything I've read seems good. Also, any recommendations on the brand of hitch or other items I should look into.408Views0likes0CommentsRe: Camper travel trailer noob questions
Reading all these responses definitely have me concerned. I called my salesman and voiced my concerns and he is looking further into the exact weight of TT. He said his company and himself wouldn't sell me something that wasn't safe for me and my family. I appreciate all the comments and advise and will let everyone know how this turns out. And as far as the price goes, I think this one is higher than the others because of all the options. This camper has every single option possible on it, even has two air conditioners.323Views0likes0CommentsRe: Camper travel trailer noob questions
What problems will I run into if I was at max. Is it the handling, starting, stopping or merging? Not sure how the capacitys very so much on these trucks. Isn't it the same frame, trans and rear end? Is it just the gears that effect it so much? My last truck was a 250 and got rid because of the maintenance and repair costs.94Views0likes0CommentsCamper travel trailer noob questions
About to pull the trigger on a 2016 Dutchman Aerolite 292 DBHS. http://www.dutchmen.com/aerolite/floorplans-and-pictures/floorplan-details?modelId=22695 I'm hoping I got a good deal at 31950 out the door. This one has the 50 amp service and all options and packages. MSRP is 41,759 at camping world of Houston and I close the deal Wednesday afternoon. The salesman said my truck can handle this beast, but now I'm having doubts. Camper dry weight is 6500 and hitch at 895. My TV is a 2013 F150 CC SWB FX4 with 5.0 with 7350 tow capacity. I'd like to know your thoughts on this configuration and what WDH I should get, or even if I should reconsider this exact camper. My wife and I have looked at many campers over the years and really like this one and are excited to get this particular TT with all the options and a whatnot. What things can I add to make going down the road easier and safer? Thanks5.7KViews0likes31Comments
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