Need advise on Toy Hauler tailers

[Hittinger]

Hi guys,

this is our first post and I'm a little nervous!

My husband and I are looking for a toyhauler for our Harleys.

We have looked at Tahoes, Wanderers, Nomads, Wildwoods and fianlly the Weekend Warriors. We're looking at a size of 26- 28 ft travel trailer ; no fifth wheel. We are almost willing to travel to the ends of the earth ( within reason) to find a good trailer at a great price! But since this is our first purchase like this we need your advise! We would even consider a used one if it is in great shape. What have you heard or experienced with any of the above. And what holds up the best? Are the extended warrenties necessary? Looking forward to your feedback !

Confused in Phoenix!

Stephanie

 

[DennyDay]

Toy Hauler

Buying the first trailer is a job in that there are so many configurations and layouts that confusion will step in and take over. One night you say "well I like the such and such, I think its the one we should buy" and hubby will say "no that was on the one we looked at last weekend!"



First thing to do is calculate the total weight you wish to carry, and be sure that trailer will handle the load. (Harleys are heavy) also water both fresh and waste, as well as food, clothing and everything else you wish to carry, so making sure the axles and tires have enough capacity. Over loaded tires and be a real problem during AZ summers. Most trailer manufacturers don't tell the truth about the empty weight of their products. You have several large dealers in Phoenix and one in Tucson so i would start there. Pick up Trailer Life at the news stand, that may be a help. Most of the advertizers in TL have WEB sites where you can look at layouts.

Good luck!

Denny



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[Andy Perreault]

Welcome aboard!

Did you see this topic? It has some good info.

https://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=20281

I live in a 27' Wanderer Wagon, made by Thor. It's the first RV I bought, and I have learned a few things about RV's. The size of the trailer is okay for me, because I'm single. I don't have any "toys" that I haul in it, I use the open space in the back for my desk, file cabinet, etc. The two things I don't like about this trailer are that it's poorly insulated and the bed isn't very comfortable. The bed I'm using is at the back above the ramp door, and my desk, etc. , is underneath it. I have to remember to be careful when I stand up from sitting at my desk or I'll bang my head.

This trailer was made in Southern California, and is mainly intended for weekend use by desert-going ATV'ers, etc. It's not intended for full time use, especially in cold climates. But, it works fine, I just keep the heater on when it's cold.

The next trailer I buy will be a 5th wheel, mainly because I can sleep in a "real" bed, and I won't have to crawl on top of the bed while changing the sheets. What a pain that is!

Andy

 

[xplorer]

We have a 1999 26-ft. Prowler SUT that has worked out well. Any trailer will have things you like, and things you don't. The Prowler has been especially nice for extended dry camping with 100 gallons of fresh water, and 25 gallons of gasoline (for the generator).



Don't know how big of hurry you are end, but we are thinking about selling our Prowler next season (maybe Spring 2002). We are going to be moving when we retire and do not plan to take it with us. If you have an interest, or just additional questions, feel free to E-mail.

 

[Deezul1]

If used interests you check around the Central States areas. Here in Waco, Texas I see used toy haulers now and then a lot cheaper than when I lived in SoCal, not as much market out here so maybe cheaper here than out there in the land of ATVs and buggies

 

[RAMalama]

PATIO HAULER

Don't forget to check into KIT manufacturing's "Patio-Hauler". This toyhauler is executed differently in that it has a genuine weather bulkhead dividing the machine(toy) area from the living area. You have to walk through a regular door. Once in the machine area it is not carpeted, it's planked by wood, or fake wood, that is slatted. You can look down through it to the ground. Good for spilled gasoline or oils, bad for keeping machines dust free on dirt roads. The good news is these are very strong, over-engineered units. Their brochure shows two Harleys being loaded or unloaded so I know weight for the two bikes are not a factor... Both TT and 5'ers are available.



R/ Ian.

 

[46mech]

I have a 2000 Wanderer Wagon 217TB TT made by Thor California, supposedly known for good solid construction... ..... so far so good. Trailers made by KIT are said to be top of the line also, based on their construction. Check out GoodSam.com forums also; good exchange of info there too.

I talked to a dealer for Weekend Warrior trailers in San Diego, from the sound of their construction, they sound like a real sturdy trailer. I think I just might go for a Weekend Warrior 5'er when I move up.

I liked the standard 100 gal fresh water tank that comes with the Wanderer Wagons, and if I'm not mistaken, the Warrior does too; not all the toy haulers offer that big of a fresh water tank.

Most anyone will tell you that if you can take a plant tour of the trailer you are researching, then do it. How many of us can do that though, huh?