AlaskaCub, in a prior post, made a good point about wanting to know weather a Jayco is a high end or lower end trailer.
I was just wondering (since I am still new) how do TTs rank? What brands are the Cadillac’s of the TT world and which ones are the Yugo’s (Sorry to any Yugo fans out there)
Anyone want to take a stab at listing them in the order you think they belong.
BTW I own a Keystone and I did not pick it based on its name. The DW and I just fell in love with it when we saw it and decided to get it. We really didn’t do any research on it at all except to get the specs on weight etc.
Look forward to the responses…
2005 Keystone Outback 28RSS, Dual Slides
2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie
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I don't think you will get a good answer from asking it here. Everyone has their own opinion and it will be hard to get a straight answer. The reason is there are so many manufacturer, models under every manufacture that the sample size will be relatively small to give validity to the rank.
Personally, I love our Jayco and would not classify it as either high end or low end, but somewhere in the middle. Certainly there are less expensive and more expensive manufactures. There are some that are not as good as Jayco quality wise that will be more expensive and some that are in fact lower priced and lower quality. I went with Jayco because we have friends and family members who have Jayco and have many years and miles of good service from their units.
Good luck on getting to the bottom of your question.
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2003 Ford Excursion Eddie Bauer 7.3 PSD w/3.73 rear end
Jayco Kiwi Too 30T bunkhouse w/triple bunks
Prodigy Controller
Reese Dual Cam HP
Michelin LTX M/S
2001 F150 SuperCrew
navycranes wrote: I was just wondering (since I am still new) how do TTs rank? What brands are the Cadillac’s of the TT world and which ones are the Yugo’s (Sorry to any Yugo fans out there).
Most are ranked by their quality and durability. A high-end trailer is most likely designed for the rigors of full-time use. Sunnybrook, Arctic Fox, Airstream, and Holiday Rambler produce quality TTs that should appear high on anyone's list. Of course, you can expect to pay 50% to 100% more for these trailers when compared to vacation models.
There are lots and lots of "vacation" models (those that are used for weekends and the occasional longer trip) that would be on anyone's list of good quality. For example, Sunnybrook has models that fit the bill. Jayco would also be high on the list. There are many others that will give the RVer who takes care of it many years of trouble-free use.
One of the deciding factors for me is the dealer. My dealer is located close to me, and fixes things very quickly. I've always gotten what I feel is a good deal. The employees always greet me by name. I've never felt pressured to buy anything when I go there.
I'll buy my next TT or 5er from them in a couple of years.
MFinCA
2004 Homestead Settler 255RS
1999 Chevrolet Suburban 2500
If not properly taken care of, a supposedly "high end" unit will give you just as many problems as a supposedly "low end" unit. Keep in mind, all the vibration, twisting and bouncing they go through when going down the road at 55 + miles per hour.
I have had three TT's, all from different manufacturers. All have had minor problems, here and there. None have gone back to the dealer (I know my way around a tool box very well).
Most important is to pick one that fits your intended (floorplan, weight, length, sleeping capacity, etc) uses.
You could have all the bragging rights in the world, but, they're of no use if the unit does not fit your needs.
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I am in total agreement with MFinCA about the importance of a good dealer nearby. Other things being relatively equal, I would let that be my deciding factor. Regardless of how much you pay, there will be things all along that need attention. It's just the nature of these toys. Having a good dealer and service department nearby has been such a help.
Well I'll be honest that my Aerolite (thor industries) Isn't a high end trailer. It's still in great shape but I've had to put more work into it than I should have for a nine year old trailer.
Mike
2007 Toyota Tacoma, Double Cab 4x4
Maximum Towing 6,500lbs GCWR 11,100lbs
1999 21' Aerolite RBH
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