Does anyone have any input on these. Are they suitable for long/full timing? We are looking at a 2007 35RLT. It is not my first choice in brands but it appears to be at the higher end of Forest River products. I am looking at it because it might be a deal that cannot be passed up.
Racerguy said
11:28 PM Feb 12, 2009
We just bought a 2008 Cedar Creek 36RLTS by Forest River and plan to full time in it. Looked at Cardinal also and probably would have bought one if the price and floor plan had been right.All brands will possibly have their problems but IMO I think the Cardinal is suited for full timing. There are higher rated 5vers out there but Cardinal and Cedar Creek give you a lot of bang for the buck.Opinions are like belly buttons, every one has one, so you will get a variaty of opinions.There are brands I would not consider but this is not one of them. Good luck in your search.
She-Nist said
03:26 PM Feb 14, 2009
I too really like the Cardinals. I have Pipe-liners in my family that live in their Cedar Creek 90% of the year. They have had their Cedar Creek up by the US Canadian border all thru the winter. Considering the temps got down to -20 F on several occasions, the fact that the trailer still works at all is a miracle to me. They did decide not to spend another winter near the Canadian border, but that was more a job/personal choice not a knock on the brand of RV they chose at all. Theirs is 5+ years old and still rollin'....they are on their way to Texas for another job right now. They pull it with an 08 Dodge 3/4 Ton Diesel....he got too good a deal on it last fall to pass it up.
For a similar price point - you can get a Hitchhiker with the blue dow insulation that makes the inside of the trailer super quiet and very well insulated. Might take a look...
I have been researching RVs for awhile and cannot find a unit that is built to handle the kinds of temperatures that people find at the US-Canadian border. (I don't think there is one) However, I do believe as long as you know what climate you are headed to and bring the appropriate supplies (heat tape/skirting, etc...) you'll be okay no matter where you go.
Good Luck! She-Nist
Perfectlygoode said
08:08 AM Feb 15, 2009
We have a 40 foot Americana. Which is actually a Forest River Cardinal. The basic unit rolls off the Forest River line and then Americana takes over and customizes it. I won't go into all that.....we are into our 2nd year of full timing and love it. Our unit has been in temps in the low 20's and we have survived just fine. It is not something I would want to do long term, but with proper precautions we stayed warm and nothing froze up. The few warranty issue we have had were dealt with by Forest River. They have taken good care of us and always return our calls in a timely manner. I know there are better units out there, but this works for us and we are very happy with our unit. Good luck and happy travels, Debbie
For a similar price point - you can get a Hitchhiker with the blue dow insulation that makes the inside of the trailer super quiet and very well insulated. Might take a look...
I have been researching RVs for awhile and cannot find a unit that is built to handle the kinds of temperatures that people find at the US-Canadian border. (I don't think there is one) However, I do believe as long as you know what climate you are headed to and bring the appropriate supplies (heat tape/skirting, etc...) you'll be okay no matter where you go.
Good Luck!
She-Nist