Trailer Recommendation

[hammersley]

Ok - I'm interested in getting a trailer (not sure of size but not over 26' and maybe as little as 19) that won't rot. Some folks told me that a line of trailers exists that uses welded aluminum and is either cut into a form block or foam is sprayed around it. I'm concerned about condensation developing on the metal surface - like the inside of the tube, or around the foam. Has anybody solved this problem?

 

[RMcCulloch]

If you're serious about finding a trailer that will never have any potential for having some problems with rotting, you'd have to find an all-metal [SS or AL] one with no organic materials used in its interior.



That would be one expen$ive trailer.



Most use wood [potential rot] flooring, wood [potential rot] cabinetry, etc.



If you're simply trying to minimize the potential for rot due to condensation, why not simply use "Damp Rid" when you store the trailer of your choice and a dehumidifier when camping?

 

[CumminsPuller]

Which type of trailer are you lokking to get: Utility trailer such as bumper pull or Gosseneck, Or a travel trailer?



Jason

 

[Eric_77]

I think this may be what you are talking about http://www.bigfootrv.com/traveltrailers/2500.html they do a alum frame and injected foam insulation travel trailer

 

[hammersley]

travel trailer

Looking for a camping trailer.

 

[BigMike]

Hammersley, In my search for my 5er, I found that just about everything is aluminum. A few mfg use wood either in the walls or ceilings. I think aluminum is the way to go because of it's weight factor. The debate, and I don't know the answer, is between welded aluminum vs fastened. In your neck of the woods, moisture is definitely an issue. I'd just keep it well vented and if you can, keep a small heater running when it's wet outside. Might help keep the moisture down.

 

[slo-ryde]

Running the air conditioner would probably be better than using a heater. The A/C will pull moisture out of the air. You would need to be on shore power. I've seen products that are designed to absorb moisture but can't speak for just how effective they are. I went with a welded aluminum frame (side walls and roof) and fiberglass exterior and rubber roof.



One downside to the Internet is too much information. You can work yourself into a corner when trying to decide which is better. The trick is to manage all the information! Most of the RV forums I used for research seem to favor some type of aluminum frame with fiberglass exterior. Also important is how beefy is the frame and suspension. Will it hold up over the long haul?



Take a look at the Open Road trailers at www.openroadrvs.com to see what I finally decided on after long evenings on the Internet. Good luck!