WandaLust2
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GratefulDadCT wrote:Yep. I honestly can't stand the newer rigs. Not looking forward to when my oldie but goodie makes it's final voyage
Take care of it as though it were made of gold. You'll look far and wide for something comparable. I remember our old Sunline and the jalousie windows. A view in all directions and loads of storage space. We seldom needed A/C as the breezes blew right through, even in the rain. And the interior colors were bright and cheerful unlike the dead colors now used in TTs. Why all these dark tinted windows and dark interiors these days?
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'tiredTeacher
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WandaLust2 wrote:I am with you 100%! I know exactly where you're coming from. I too would love a brand new 1975 to 1980 Sunline, Shasta or Terry.
I knew I wasn't the only one, I just knew it.
You'll notice in my signature I have a 1995 Sunline. Bought it cheap and fixed it up. Three windows in the bedroom, one in the bath, four in the galley/dining/living area and they all open! Five are jalousy, the others open 50%.
I'm not looking to buy a new trailer, I was just sayin'...
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Riverdogrj
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This must vary by manufacturer and model/trailer type. I have a 2009 Komfort Trailblazer (so fairly new) - 28ft with front kitchen. It has a large window up front and picture window on each side of the trailer. It also has a couple in the bedroom & one by the entry. We love this trailer for the brightness the windows bring.
Obviously, I'm not experiencing what your seeing.
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rfryer
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I’ve noticed the same thing, too. I have an ’89 TT and it has windows front and back and on the sides, all jalousie except for the back one and it gives a bright, airy feeling. We looked at some newer models somewhat bigger and were disappointed with the floor plans and especially the lack of windows. We finally decided our old TT did the job fine and was better than what was currently out there.
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superk1035
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301TBS wrote:Yup, fewer windows, and so small too. Hardly let in any breeze. We had an old prowler with a huge picture window, aaahhhh the good old days.
I do agree with the venting issue, had lawn chairs melted from furnace vent. New one has furnace right where our outside table goes, gotta b carefull where you set the can of bug spray.
I have a similar issue on the TT I picked up last night, but I am confused. If you have to run the furnace, isn't it too cold to need the bug spray???
Just a thought...
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Kittykath
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WandaLust2 wrote:Kittykath wrote:Am I missing something here? We bought our 2012 Cougar 321RES because of the generous amount and size of windows and cabinets. If you look, you can find both I guess.
Not everyone wants a 32' TT. Among other things, it wouldn't fit in many of the older CGs. I saw no "Cougars" when looking at TTs.
The 321RES is actually 35+ feet and the extra length most likely allows for additional windows. Makes sense.
We're in a seasonal campground so no worries about finding the right site either. Wouldn't want to pull this thing around on a regular basis. But I sure do love my views from the huge windows.
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Kittykath
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superk1035 wrote:301TBS wrote:Yup, fewer windows, and so small too. Hardly let in any breeze. We had an old prowler with a huge picture window, aaahhhh the good old days.
I do agree with the venting issue, had lawn chairs melted from furnace vent. New one has furnace right where our outside table goes, gotta b carefull where you set the can of bug spray.
I have a similar issue on the TT I picked up last night, but I am confused. If you have to run the furnace, isn't it too cold to need the bug spray???
Just a thought...
Not in Minnesota!! The mosquitos just put on scarfs and earmuffs.
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outcampinagain
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WandaLust2 wrote:Kittykath wrote:Am I missing something here? We bought our 2012 Cougar 321RES because of the generous amount and size of windows and cabinets. If you look, you can find both I guess.
Not everyone wants a 32' TT. Among other things, it wouldn't fit in many of the older CGs. I saw no "Cougars" when looking at TTs.
I'm with Kittykath. We have a 26RLS (Jayco) plenty of windows and a good mix that slides open but also have 2 on each end (bed & LR) that can open when its rains. In fact the other day I was getting ready to order some dark fake wood blinds I thought...boy we have a lot of windows! I love it and the big back window is perfect for us (just 2 of us, not kids)
I hadn't notice the lack of windows on others...I''ll look now though
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outcampinagain
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goducks10 wrote:I have plenty of windows. I have 2 huge windows on the slide along with windows on the short part of the slide. I have a huge window in the rear along with 2 on the sides at the rear. One window in the bedroom and kitchen. Each door has a window. Bathroom can't because of the layout. I would guess it depends on the type of TT your looking at. We had narrowed it down to the one we have and another from the same company. The other one was like a cave inside. Even though we liked the layout, it was just to dark inside.
We might have the same unit
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williams1989
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Yes.....when we look at campers, if anything (other than refrigerator, it is not so bad) is is vented in the awning area of where we would sitting outside, then it is out, no need of even considering....windows..dont have to have alot but I do want more than 1 or 2.. thats why when I found my Jayco 31 Rks, I knew it was perfect! lots of room, lots of windows, nothing vented under awning, plenty of cabinets..this starts our 4th summer with it and I am still happy!
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