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Re: 2004 Komfort 25 TBS
RedRocket204 wrote: I've been very pleased with my 2007 Komfort trailer. I've read a lot of information about Komfort having been bought by Thor and then quality went downhill but that most "rumors" seems to be spread from people who never owned them. Has mine been trouble free and maintenance free? No. I had an issue with my slide to where the main ground for the slide switch/motor was extremely loose causing issues with the slide inconsistently working, although ultimately that was an easy fix, just took a long time for me to locate the problem. Yes, I need to reseal the roof seams for preventative maintenance, but what box style trailer doesn't have to have this done? My trailer is of the heavier build with a single slide and GVWR of 9500 lbs. That is a 26' cabin, 30' overall length. Heavier yes but it is also very solid and seems very well built. So, I do not agree with the Komfort after Thor downhill comments. I intend to hold on to mine for another 5-10 years and will probably move on to a truck camper once the kids have moved out. Thanks for your reply, this is helpful. Funny you mention a truck camper when the kids move out, I'm thinking the same thing in 10 or 12 yewrs. Would like to pull a boat for fishing yet still have a nice comfortable setup for camping.723Views0likes0Comments2004 Komfort 25 TBS
Hello. I'm looking for a trailer for my family. Wife and 3 boys, ages 15, 10, and 4. We are coming from an oldie, 1972 Timberline "Twenty-Two Six". It was my grandpas and it was in great shape. Just too small for the 5 of us. I've got $10k cash and don't want any loan. That means I'm buying used. Ive looked at a couple 26ish bunk trailers in the 2001 to 2005 range. None seem even close to being as well built as the old Timberline. Well i should say all but the Komfort I looked at. Huge frame, shock absorbers on the axles, big tanks, solid cabinets, good storage, etc. I really think this is the only make/model I want to buy of this age. Grandpa had the Timberline since 1985 and my wife and I had it since 1998 when he and my grandmother quit camping. I've worked on just about everything in that trailer from pump to propane tanks to batteries, to axles, brakes, bearings, lights, toilet, water pipes, electrical, re butyl all windows, replace roof vents, etc, etc. I'm competent with repairs that are required, I would say up to medium level repairs. With all this said, I'm scared to death to drop $8000 - $10000 on a 10 - 12 year old trailer. I've located a couple in the past couple months. I got underneath them with flashlight got in all cabinets and storage areas looking for any signs of damage or water leak. The roof is a big unknown for me. These rubber roofs, I've read about on this site but have no experience with. I've read of some repaired and some replaced and all require regular maintenance. If I go look at a 10 plus year old trailer, what should I expect in the roof? Will it most likely need to be replaced? Am I looking for cracks or separations at edges? I'm new to slides as well. Will a 10 year old slide most likely need some sort of maintenance? And then what do you all think of Komfort? I started looking for Komfort after reading reviews here. The reviews I've read about the 25 TBS though are from 2008 or earlier but they are all good saying it's a high quality trailer. Thanks for any help you can provide to someone looking to buy an older trailer. Oh also weight is not an issue, I have a 2006 Ram 2500 Cummins turbo diesel. Thanks!3KViews0likes10CommentsRe: Looking at 10 year old Komfort new to rubber roof
CavemanCharlie wrote: plessm wrote: Holy moly. I was hoping that a "newer" trailer than what I had would mean less work. I've already got a lot of stuff I have to do around my house and upkeep on my vehicles, plus spend time with the wife and 3 little boys. I don't know if a newer trailer is in the cards for me at this time, at least not one with a 10 year old rubber roof that will need constant babysitting. Maybe if I could store it inside I would feel better about it, but that is not possible. Thanks everyone for your comments and experience. Maybe I'll run into a good old aluminum roof model in the future. I think your looking at this from the "glass is half empty" perspective. I have a 20 year old TT with a rubber roof. This year I did use some sealant on the edges that were showing some wear. Other then that it has never had anything done to it. You can tell by looking at it. I will say that I've only owned this unit for a couple of years and I have no idea if it was stored outside or inside before that. But, I store it inside. But, it's true of TT; just like everything else; that the older it is the better it was made. I agree with your statement. I'm new to rubber roof and the expense of complete replacement in the worst case. I like to budget for worst case and not get overextended. I'm sure the roof on this trailer is in fine shape and will last many years. I'm just not sure if I'm in a financial position to risk it as the asking price is kind of high for a 10 year old rig in my opinion.568Views0likes0CommentsRe: Looking at 10 year old Komfort new to rubber roof
I guess before I just give up on this one, does anyone know what roof type is on a 2004 Komfort Trailblazer 25TBS? I would at least like to see what the manufacturer of the roof type says. I can't find any specs that far back on Komfort's site. Thanks.569Views0likes0CommentsRe: Looking at 10 year old Komfort new to rubber roof
Holy moly. I was hoping that a "newer" trailer than what I had would mean less work. I've already got a lot of stuff I have to do around my house and upkeep on my vehicles, plus spend time with the wife and 3 little boys. I don't know if a newer trailer is in the cards for me at this time, at least not one with a 10 year old rubber roof that will need constant babysitting. Maybe if I could store it inside I would feel better about it, but that is not possible. Thanks everyone for your comments and experience. Maybe I'll run into a good old aluminum roof model in the future.568Views0likes0CommentsRe: Looking at 10 year old Komfort new to rubber roof
colliehauler wrote: Most are good for 20 years as long as you re-seal the seems as they need it. Use to live in Modesto in 83. With a carport they can last a very long time. Is a seam reseal something a DIY guy can do or does this require the work of a RV shop? I most likely won't have any chance to store it out of the sun, but a cover is not out of the question if it will prolong the life. Thanks.206Views0likes0CommentsLooking at 10 year old Komfort new to rubber roof
I sold my 1972 Timberline "Twenty-Two- Six" last year after having our third kid. It was an oldie but goodie, we just outgrew it. It was my Grandpas since 1985 and he gave it to me in 1996 when he decided to quit camping due to age. Now I'm looking at a 2004 Komfort Trailblazer 25TBS local to me. This is a huge difference in size, performance, and cost for me compared to what I had. I basically rebuilt the Timberline from plumbing, toilet, fresh tank, roof vents, resealed all windows with butyl tape, welded on the frame, did woodwork inside, new propane tanks and gas lines, jack, stabilizers, lights, brakes, bearings, wiring, 6v batteries, etc etc etc. Nothing modified or hacked, all restored to look factory original. I looked this Komfort over from tires to roof and every nook and cranny between. Everything looks good except some caulking above one small window which I can pull out and reseal no problem. My question is the rubber roof. I took a ladder and checked it over from front to rear. I don't see any cracks. It's fairly clean no dark spots or anything. It has a crown on it from side to side so water won't stand. Any screw heads that are in view are caulked and look factory. What kind of lifespan do you get out of these roofs? I'm coming from an aluminum roof that was 40 years old and didn't leak. We have harsh summers here where I live, lots of 100 degree days 3/4 of the year is full sun. With a 10 year old trailer that has been stored outdoors in this environment will I be looking at spending a significant amount of money on this roof to keep it leak free? I plan to keep this trailer 10 years minimum. Also I don't know if it's EDPM or TPO or what. Komfort doesn't have a very good site with archives for older trailers so I can narrow it down and research better. Thanks for any help you can provide. Signed, "afraid to pull the trigger" :/6.1KViews0likes28Comments
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