| Q: What sort of
gas mileage will I get towing a TrailManor? |
A: TrailManor owners report gas mileage of 15 to 24 mpg
depending on the tow vehicle. A good rule of thumb is 80% of the mileage
of the vehicle alone - much higher than you get with all travel trailers.
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| Q: What hitch should I use? |
A: We recommend using a Class 3 hitch with load equalizing
bars for most vehicles (not necessary on heavy trucks). The load equalizing
bars transfer weight to balance the load between the front and rear
wheels, which is necessary to level the vehicle and keep proper front
end alignment on the tow vehicle. Your TrailManor dealer can recommend
the proper hitch for your specific tow vehicle.
All our axles are equipped with electric brakes so a brake controller
is needed. As in the case with virtually any towing situation, we
recommend a transmission cooler for your vehicle.
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| Q: Why doesn't a TrailManor leak |
A: A TrailManor trailer is designed to be so watertight
you can open and close it in the rain without water getting inside.
Our unique roof seal has been proven to be 100% effective in preventing
water from leaking at the joint between roof sections.
The outside seal presses down on the roof to stop most of the water.
The inside seal presses up against the ceiling to form an internal
gutter, and a 11/2" crown allows water to be channeled away.
We use double weather-tight seals to prevent leakage, and 100% silicone
sealant on joints instead of putty tape for years of use. Seals are
constructed of rip-proof nylon and a neoprene foam core for years
of life.
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| Q: Why don't
you put tandem axles on all TrailManors? |
A: TrailManor uses computer design to locate the axle
position so that trailer sway is avoided. The axles are placed farther
back to eliminate any tendency for the trailer to sway. In fact, many
TrailManor owners say their trailers tow even better than their tent
campers did.
Because of the proper placement of the axle, sway control devices
are not required when towing a TrailManor. Tandem axles are needed
only on the largest model for extra load capacity. On the smaller
models, the tandem axles would only add weight and use up storage
space, so they aren't necessary.
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| Q: How easy are TrailManors
to heat and cool? |
A: The thermal insulation of a TrailManor is superior
to that of a "stick" construction trailer because the foam
insulation is not broken up by framing members. The roof, sidewalls
and bed bottoms have almost continuous 1" foam insulation (equal
to 2" of fiberglass), and the floor has a full 3" foam core
(equal to 6" of fiberglass). The trailer is so well insulated that
the 16,000 BTU furnace will heat the trailer as much as 70 degrees above
the outside temperature. This excellent insulation also makes a TrailManor
much easier to cool in the open sun.
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| Q: How
can a TrailManor be so sturdy when it's half the weight of other trailers? |
A: We build smarter. The TrailManor body is constructed
from vacuum-bonded sandwich panels using aluminum on both sides. The
aluminum is bonded to a polystyrene adhesive, which is much stronger
than more commonly used neoprene contact cement.
This panel construction, using dual aluminum skins, is more rigid
than conventional "stick" construction, so heavy internal
framing isn't necessary. In addition to saving a considerable amount
of weight, this panel design provides much better insulation than
internally framed structures, where most heat loss occurs around and
through the framing.
The floor of a TrailManor uses the same rigid, double skin sandwich
panel construction, except the foam core is 3" thick with plywood
under the top aluminum skin to absorb surface impact loads. Our 3" floor
is much stronger and better insulated than particleboard or plywood
floors used in other trailers, and it feels great on cold mornings.
Our lightweight design doesn't compromise quality. Our laminated
countertops are much lighter than particleboard, and they don't swell
with moisture. This cuts extra pounds of unnecessary weight without
sacrificing strength.
We build our own chassis from 2" x 5" tubular steel using
inert gas automatic welding equipment to assure the finest welds.
Our rigid floor design doesn't need heavy floor joist cross members.
This alone saves 300 pounds of unnecessary steel weight.
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| Q: What kind of resale value does a TrailManor have? |
A: TrailManor has the highest resale value of any
travel trailer its size, according to the NADA RV Appraisal Guide. This
is due to a number of factors, including our strong, durable construction,
innovative engineering, and quality materials.
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| Q: What kind of warranty do I get with TrailManor? |
A: You actually get several warranties with a TrailManor.
TrailManor offers a limited lifetime warranty on our torsion bar lift
mechanism springs. You also get a limited warranty on all components
for one year from purchase. TrailManor will repair or replace any component
that has a defect in parts or workmanship during that time. All appliances
are covered by individual warranties from their respective manufacturers,
which means that if you do have a problem, you can get it serviced easily
at a local appliance service center. And tires are also protected through
the tire manufacturer's warranty. All warranties are provided as part
of your owner's information.
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| Q: Why does a TrailManor cost more than some
other travel trailers? |
A: TrailManors range in price from $24,000 to $35,000.
A TrailManor has all the equipment of a conventional box travel trailer
plus our innovative folding mechanism. Folding trailers are more expensive
to build than box trailers. Five separate body parts must be built
with extra edge finishing and special hardware added. Top quality
components, such as our 3" panel floor, also add cost but enhance
towabilty and livability. Special fabrication methods include joining
all body panels with screws and then folding the aluminum skin over
the joint to protect against leakage. The underside of the floor is
aluminum to avoid water damage. Even the holes for attaching
components to the underside are pre-drilled and filled with silicone
sealant to avoid wood rot and rusting. These construction techniques
add cost but extend the useful life and value of the trailer.
Even though a TrailManor may cost more initially than some other trailers, it
is less expensive to own. Our quality construction makes the trailer sturdy and
more reliable. Our light weight saves money on fuel and on tow vehicle wear and
tear.
Many people even save money because our light weight means they don't have to
buy a new tow vehicle to pull the size of trailer they need. No amount of money
will purchase a
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