Anyone own the cougar 336bhs?

[nellie1289]

Originally Posted by 281bullet

I need to check mine now. Speaking of brining to the dealer has anyone had to do the recall for the slide rooms?


..."Keystone RV Co. is recalling certain model year 2015 Keystone Sprinter, Cougar, Montana, Montana High Country, Outback, Bullet, Avalanche, Alpine, Fuzion, Impact, Laredo, Raptor, Carbon, and Passport, and Dutchmen Kodiak, Aerolite, Denali, and Voltage vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the screws that attach the expanding room to the sliding mechanism cable may fail allowing the room to extend unintentionally while the vehicle is in motion. Keystone has notified owners, and dealers will replace the screws that secure the drive chain, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2015. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone’s number for this recall is 15-225.

I checked keystone's website today and I didn't see any recalls on any 2015 336bhs models, and I haven't received anything in the mail either.

[281bullet]

It is on the keystone website, this is the serial number range 2015 Cougar F2509205 - F2509631.

http://www.keystonerv.com/media/2226...cket_-_web.pdf

[336]

Just signed on the line on a 16. Pretty sure it has every option but the second ac. We will see how it goes this summer. Gotta agree with others the outside kitchen drain idea leaves a little to be desired but wasn't a deal breaker for the DW. She doesn't do dishes anyway.

[cant_remember_ID]

Originally Posted by 336

Just signed on the line on a 16. Pretty sure it has every option but the second ac. We will see how it goes this summer. Gotta agree with others the outside kitchen drain idea leaves a little to be desired but wasn't a deal breaker for the DW. She doesn't do dishes anyway.

Congratulations and welcome to the club. I think the rear sink drain is manageable. Happy camping.

[nellie1289]

Originally Posted by 336

Just signed on the line on a 16. Pretty sure it has every option but the second ac. We will see how it goes this summer. Gotta agree with others the outside kitchen drain idea leaves a little to be desired but wasn't a deal breaker for the DW. She doesn't do dishes anyway.

Great to see another 336 owner on board. Welcome. We have a nice little group going here

[GADuv]

Pulled the trigger on ours as well. Dealer didn't have one with the options we wanted so it is ordered and should arrive in about three weeks. We went with the sofa option along with the second AC unit. Have started ordering all the necessary equipment and have also booked our first outing before we even have the trailer. Looking foward to our first trip with the family.

[GADuv]

Would any of you current owners have information on the step dimensions? I am looking to purchase the step covers for our dog. I figure the carpet would be a little easier on his paws. I would need the overall width and depth of the individual step. Any help is appreciated.

[Laredo291OH]

We are also looking at the 336bhs, and a new TV, I want a diesel. What is everyone pulling the camper with? I'm pretty sure I'm going to a 3500 SRW, but see quite a few pulling it with a 2500 or 250, does it max out the payload of a 3/4 ton?

[cant_remember_ID]

Originally Posted by Laredo291OH

We are also looking at the 336bhs, and a new TV, I want a diesel. What is everyone pulling the camper with? I'm pretty sure I'm going to a 3500 SRW, but see quite a few pulling it with a 2500 or 250, does it max out the payload of a 3/4 ton?

I pull mine with a 2011 F350 diesel. I think most 3/4 tons have enough payload capacity, but I like having the extra cushion with the one ton. I recommend getting the 3500.

I don't know about GM vehicles, but if you do look at 2500 Rams, I think you need to get the 10,000 lb rating rather than the stock 9,000 lb rating. It looks like an option on their website.

[cant_remember_ID]

Originally Posted by GADuv

Would any of you current owners have information on the step dimensions? I am looking to purchase the step covers for our dog. I figure the carpet would be a little easier on his paws. I would need the overall width and depth of the individual step. Any help is appreciated.

I'm really hoping I will have mine out of the shop today or tomorrow (I tried to take out a tree, tree won). I'll take some measurements unless someone is faster with a response.

And, welcome to the forum. Since I joined last fall, I have learned a lot from fellow owners.

[dgeese]

Originally Posted by Laredo291OH

We are also looking at the 336bhs, and a new TV, I want a diesel. What is everyone pulling the camper with? I'm pretty sure I'm going to a 3500 SRW, but see quite a few pulling it with a 2500 or 250, does it max out the payload of a 3/4 ton?

I just picked mine up last week, so haven't pulled it very far yet. I'm pulling with an F250 7.3L diesel. Per the truck specs, I'm just barely in on both max tongue weight and max vehicle weight with the camper fully loaded. I also have air-bags on the truck with 50psi on them to transfer tongue weight directly to the axle.

Honestly though, the trailer pulls very easy. I was pulling a 31' bumper hitch previously and I believe the truck was working harder than pulling the fifth wheel (as indicated by turbo boost and egt gauges). Not much at all in trailer sway and way easier to hook up.

So to answer your question, obviously a one ton chassis would be better, but I don't see any problems using a 3/4 ton (just yet).

As for the camper: We haven't taken it out yet, but have everything transferred and packed up. It's amazing how much storage room there is in that thing. We still have several cabinets with nothing in them. It's going to be a great unit!

[GADuv]

I have not picked mine up yet but will be pulling it with a 2015 2500HD 4DR 4WD 6.0 Gas. I should be right at all of my weight ratings.

[336]

I figured I was good with 2500HD Chevy. With the Duramax I have tow lbs to spare. I'm good to 15800. Prob close on payload. I have the 10k option so have close to 3k, should be close but not over.

[Cabindweller]

My 336 hasn't arrived yet so I cannot speak to how it tows. When looking to buy a diesel, I ended up getting the 3500 SRW. Once you pay for the diesel, the cost difference between the 2500 vs 3500 is almost nothing. I decided to get the 3500 sand not have to worry about how much my next unit would weigh (within reason). A 2500 might be fine but since you have not purchased it yet, why not just get a 3500 and make sure you're covered?

[GADuv]

Originally Posted by Cabindweller

My 336 hasn't arrived yet so I cannot speak to how it tows. When looking to buy a diesel, I ended up getting the 3500 SRW. Once you pay for the diesel, the cost difference between the 2500 vs 3500 is almost nothing. I decided to get the 3500 sand not have to worry about how much my next unit would weigh (within reason). A 2500 might be fine but since you have not purchased it yet, why not just get a 3500 and make sure you're covered?

Clarification, I have had the truck for 6 months, I do not have the trailer yet.

[281bullet]

I pull mine with a 2013 dodge ram 2500 5.7 hemi. It pulls it fine, actually better than the 33 ft travel trailer I was pulling before. I notice the truck works a bit harder to take off but once its going you could easily forget its back there, the 5th wheel rides so much nicer. It also stops good. I am out of payload with the 2500, I am looking at a 3500 diesel. My experience towing says yes the 2500 can "handle" it but a 3500 would be better.

[nellie1289]

this last series of messages on the 2500/3500 or 250/350 debate are all very accurate. I will tell you from my own experience I got a 3500 so I would never have to think about it and if you are getting a new TV then spend the $800 and get the 3500. My pin weight is "about 2200" because honestly when I have weighed it, it varies depending on how I have it loaded. The payload on a 2500 ram in my configuration was about 2100 lbs, so you were overloaded before you put any people or gear in the truck. My 3500 has a payload of 4200 lbs, leaving me 2000 more lbs for gear and generators/family etc.

That being said, I truly believe this 336 unit is right on the "tipping point" for anyone that has or is considering a 2500. I think you will be fine but only measuring/weight will tell the tale for your specific tow vehicle and the way you load your trailer. The gentlemen with the 2500 with the gas powered TV is the one who will have the most headway as his payload increases because he has less "diesel engine " weight.

The 2500 diesels and gassers will "easily" tow this, the issue is does your chassis have the right rating for the weight on board.

[Weber]

We tow ours with a 2012 ram 2500 diesel. Love it. We opted for the second ac unite as well.
We also have the couch combo in the living room. This camper is so nice I can not say enough about it. We have several trips planned this season can't wait.
Welcome to the group, I am very new to the forums as well and there is a wealth of knowledge here.
Happy camping.


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[nellie1289]

So just pulled mine out of storage for the awning repair. I was surprised, after 2 months sitting since I last touched it(the battery disconnect was indeed off) the batteries were completely dead. this is the longest I have ever let it sit. As I was in a hurry to get to the dealer I didn't check the batteries yet but this surprised me. Cause? anyone else experience this?

[281bullet]

There is still battery drain (parasitic drain) even with disconnect off, such as propane gas detector, the slides will still operate. The only way to fully disconnect the battery is to install a disconnect right after the battery. I installed one to fully disconnect the battery.