|
|
02-26-2022, 09:22 PM
|
#21
|
Junior Member
Join Date: Apr 2020
Location: California City
Posts: 28
|
Thank you very much!
__________________
2020 Cougar 22RBS
Steadyfast stabilizing system
Theatre seats
Changed to a queen size bed
Lots of other little mods
Tow vehicle: 2019 Ram 1500 with the 5.7 v8
|
|
|
03-02-2022, 12:44 PM
|
#22
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2018
Location: Sacramento
Posts: 1,005
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by adm1949
|
Be aware that the wiring to the original USB socket is probably rated to carry about 500mA only, while your CPAP is likely drawing more than that.
I ran new DC supply wires from a location close to the battery (in my trailer's case, it was from the back-side of the battery disconnect switch - which was accessible just next to the bed) using large-enough wire that it can handle the higher current load.
__________________
2022 Cedar Creek Champagne 38EL - "Big Bertha"
2019 GMC Sierra 3500 Denali HD 6.6L Duramax TD, CC, 4WD, DRW - "Mr. Beefy"
|
|
|
03-03-2022, 08:56 AM
|
#23
|
Member
Join Date: Jul 2020
Location: Great Falls
Posts: 36
|
Good luck!
I loved our Cougar. ( 2020 25RDS ) It was our first Keystone purchase. The water capacity, OTG solar, everything about it was perfect and I believe they probably do build a good product. Ours however, was not, it got so stinking filthy after every trip to the lake it took over an hour to clean the dust out. Both sides of the trip. Suffered through it all summer. After many trips to the dealer and countless months, Keystone bought it back from us. It was built during Covid and I seriously think some steps were missed. I hope yours is a good one. We are back in FR product and loving it.
__________________
MT Boondockers
2015 GMC Denali 3500 DRW
2021 FR Arctic Wolf 271RK
|
|
|
03-03-2022, 09:50 AM
|
#24
|
Junior Member
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: Martinsville
Posts: 7
|
2021 24 rds
Quote:
Originally Posted by Stovebolt
Hello from sunny (not) Michigan,
We ordered a 25RDS and I'm wondering if anyone out there who has one can give me any information on what to look for (good or bad) when it comes in at the dealer. I have mostly Forest River products with good and bad experiences on purchasing. It seems as time went of the quality of FR travel trailers was getting worse. I've been pulling campers for 50 years and the last two were poorly constructed. Each trip it was looking around at what came loose, fell off or fell apart. Previous trailers and 5th wheels I never had a problem. I'm hoping that this Keystone Cougar is somewhat better. One person on here told me to watch out for the sliding door between the bathroom and the bedroom as his wasn't anchored correctly. Anyone else have that or some other problems I might need to watch out for?
Thanks in advance for any information that might help.
|
We bought a 2021 24RDS last year which I believe is the predecessor to the 25RDS. My suggestion is this. Take your time and make sure all the major systems work. Air Conditioning, heat, water systems, windows, doors, cabinet latches, drawers etc. Check every light, turn on all the fans, slide the shower doors, flush the toilet. This is just a beginning. Make sure your auto level works and you know how it works. There's a learning curve there. Outside door latches too. Find out where your dump handles are for the tanks and pull them all. I would de-winterize it too and check for leaks all over. The dealer is supposed to do this, but in winter I bet they won't. I'm sure this list is not all inclusive, but if you've been pulling trailers for 50 years, you will have a better idea of what to look for than you think. The only problem I've had so far is the refrigerator latch was mounted wrong and the fridge wouldn't latch. Found that out the hard way when the butter was on the floor after traveling! BTW, check that too!! We've only been out twice in ours since we purchased, but if you spend that kind of money you're entitled to a perfectly working RV. Good luck!
Tom Jackson
2021 Cougar 24RDS
2015 Chevrolet Duramax Diesel LTZ
|
|
|
03-03-2022, 10:09 AM
|
#25
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2019
Location: Jacksonville
Posts: 530
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Stovebolt
Hello from sunny (not) Michigan,
We ordered a 25RDS and I'm wondering if anyone out there who has one can give me any information on what to look for (good or bad) when it comes in at the dealer. I have mostly Forest River products with good and bad experiences on purchasing. It seems as time went of the quality of FR travel trailers was getting worse. I've been pulling campers for 50 years and the last two were poorly constructed. Each trip it was looking around at what came loose, fell off or fell apart. Previous trailers and 5th wheels I never had a problem. I'm hoping that this Keystone Cougar is somewhat better. One person on here told me to watch out for the sliding door between the bathroom and the bedroom as his wasn't anchored correctly. Anyone else have that or some other problems I might need to watch out for?
Thanks in advance for any information that might help.
|
A preowned RV especially should be inspected by a qualified RV tech or inspector.
Even though dealers use the “As Is” on the sales sticker, there may be issues the inspector points out that a dealer ‘may’ fix.
Even if an inspector was $300+ it would be worth it to know of upcoming maintenance areas to watch, little hidden details only qualified people could spot.
They identify things that are potentially at a fail on the road things.
I would appreciate knowing possible brake, bearing, water heater, AC or fridge issues in advance.
A dealer took that pre-owned as a trade or bought it at auction to re-sell. Either way they just don’t know what issues exist with the quick inspection they do.
__________________
2020 Cougar Half Ton 29RKS Fifth Wheel
2019 F350 4WD Lariat SRW 6.7 Diesel SD
Anderson Ultimate 5th Hitch - JT Strongarm TST509 TPMS- 2200W(8)Solar Panels - 800AH BattleBorn Batteries. 3000W Victron MultiPlus II Inv. SoftStartRV on 2 AC’s - Predator 3500 generator Airlift 5000 bags
|
|
|
03-04-2022, 06:29 AM
|
#26
|
Member
Join Date: May 2021
Location: Frisco, TX
Posts: 78
|
We love our 2021 25RDS - 13 months old, 8,000 miles towed. It’s a great build with only minor issues. Front windshield leaked- repaired with silicone at bottom of weather strip seam. Shower door track leak- repaired with silicone where track joins wall. Furnace wire loose at fuse panel- repaired by tightening.
I’ve read horror stories on social media about rv’s but I’ve yet to read of a serious problem with this model. I am extremely pleased with my purchase. If through some catastrophic event my trailer was totaled, I would buy another Cougar 25RDS. Happy travels!
__________________
2021 Cougar 25RDS Travel Trailer
2019 Ford F-150 SuperCrew Platinum 4X4 5.0L V8
Sumosprings on truck & trailer
WeighSafe True Tow WDH
SoftStart on both AC’s, 2 Honda 2200 generators connected in parallel
Retired, 1 wife, 2 dogs
|
|
|
|
|
Thread Tools |
|
Display Modes |
Linear Mode
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
» Recent Threads |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|