Hello, first review, soon to be first Keystone.
(Sorry, carried the post over from another site that didn't get much traction, hope it does here. I tried to edit what I can from a 3day post)
Day1:::
We have a 1997 Challenger 30RK which is more or less a project trailer the wife doesn't want to deal with any longer. I've definitely learned a lot with it.
We may be biting the bullet on a 2011 Keystone Laredo 321BHS. Unfortunately, new isn't in the cards. We tried for a 2017 Volante 310BH (not comfortable with payment) and looked at a 2016 Rezerve 36DB (too big for this point in life, payment would have been up there too).
Tow Vehicle:
2006 F350 CC
4x4 Dually w/TowBoss (4.30Gears)
6.0 PSD
Trailer Spec:
https://www.rvusa.com/rv-guide/2011-...n-321bh-tr8752
Trailer Link:
https://www.freedomrvwi.com/all/3161...-laredo-321bhs
I did find a couple 'reviews for the Laredo lines which was from new it appears.
I'm wondering if people are still using them and if there are any tips they could offer before we get knee deep. Any concerns with "floating walls". And are there mounting spots for tv wall mount in bedrooms or basement?
I now know after looking the other day, they have rear floating wall.. dislike very much. I immediately thought delam. Hides potential issues. How much 'delam look/sound' is too much? Just don't know whats back there.
Aside from exterior rear wall, looks really clean from what little I know. We did a walk through but didn't do a real walk through with trying slides/appliances. Apparently that is a thing you do after purchasing..:/
After reading an rvnet thread, it appears the 2 dump pipes are labeled wrong? Makes sense because we were confused why the prev. owner had personal labels on them lol. Still not sure which is what and why they did 2 drains, makes extended stays with sewer a pita.
I'm pretty sure I seen the main plug was 50A, if yes, does that mean it's likely wired for 2nd AC? I've seen different models go between the 30 and 50.
Likes-
-Looks in better shape than current 30RK
-Reviews I could find appear to be good/really good
-More family friendly with bunkhouse
-Wife likes rear master
-1.5bath? (nice to have, not required)
-large basement storage
-50A for 2nd AC if needed (nice to have, not required)
-75G black/grey tank
Dislikes-
-Front bathroom configuration (not ideal for only dude in the family, but not a deal breaker)
-living/kitchen layout (not ideal, but not expecting to spend a ton of time inside it either.)
-2011? (would like new but guess we'll have to progress)
-Weight? (Within spec of TV but about 1k heavier on dry weight and 2k heaver loaded)
-Paperwork said "tires unknown condition"
I'm sure i'm missing something from either like/dislike but this is what stuck out.
I'll also be asking for the 20K Reese Goose Box and chains.
Day2:::
Update-
Was at dealer today.
It was agreed that the truck bed condition wasn't ideal for the companion hitch so we will be putting the goose box on it.
-Confirmed it's 50A service with 2nd AC prewired.
-The rear blind was removed (was there Thurs but broken). They are going to fix/replace.
-1/2 bath faucet is missing cold handle. How? They are going to replace
-Tire condition is marked unknown, said they do this for all used RVs. No sign of dryrot, tread looks OK. Prob keep a year or two and replace when we do the TV tires. YEY! not
-Listened to slides today, sounded smooth and quiet.
-Also learned (hopefully) that Laredo also hung the slide walls (width wall, not exterior wall.. ehh)
-They will be going over it again to inspect. I called out one of the vent caps on the roof being damaged/loose. It was just from the ladder, I did not do a roof walk.
Should know by EOD Monday when we can pick it up. Wait will likely be for hitch order/install though. Excited to take on extended trip over the 4th.
Day3 (Monday June 25):::
Called to follow-up. Verified approved for trailer and that I want the 20K goose box. Did not hear back today how long that would be to order/install. hopefully hear tomorrow. At this point waiting on them to confirm. Hoping to close on this and have it for this weekend to pack for our week trip.
Since I know most place like pictures. Here's some of our current 30RK
Problems (known when purchased)-
-Mice did quite a number to the insulation, plumbing and some wiring
-Water damage to drive side wall and slide
Work completed
-A lot of cleaning
-New tires
-New brakes
-Attempted to reseal where leaks were thought to be.
-2nd AC in bedroom (couldn't run at same time due to 30A circuit but nice to have)
-Reran duct for rear AC
-Reran 2 water lines from rear sink to basement storage
-Replaced city water connection
-'Repaired' styrofoam shroud for AC (used greatstuff and 12pk box)
Album-
https://flic.kr/s/aHskpBAMua
Mock up before pickup.
Some... well... a lot of elbow grease and bleach water
Cleaned up and has 2nd AC my dad and I installed in the front
Trip back from I80 truck stop. Trying to blend in