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03-29-2009, 07:35 AM
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Weekend Camper
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Augusta,Georgia
Posts: 59
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I am considering the purchase of a new 5'ver. This will be our first real camper. We currently have a small pop-up that we pull with our motorcycle. The closest Crossroads dealer is 3 hrs. drive and does not stock all three models that we want to look at. We like the floor plans of the 29RE, 29RK, and 30SK. My choice would be the 29RE with second being the 30SK. The DW prefers the 29RK with the second being the 30SK. Could I hear from those that might have been in this same predicament and let me know why you chose one of these models over the others. I know that the 29RE is not in the current lineup, but a different dealer has a new '08 in stock.
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03-29-2009, 07:52 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: WI.
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First off let me say,"welcome to the forum"
We didn't have that problem, so can't help you there. I would just suggest you folks take your time looking. Go to what ever dealers is necessary to see all the units that you both are considering before you make a decision. After all, a new 5er is a big investment for most folks.
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03-29-2009, 09:54 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: 1
Posts: 2,036
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As mentioned in the other topic we have the 30SK. We love the spacious atmosphere, overall layout and 3 slides. Lots of storage, had ours for 3 years and still have empty cupboards! The single room bath was a big selling point for us. I didn't care for the split rooms orsink areathat was open to the bedroom. We also like the windows out the back. Dislikes include the almost worthless awning (doesn't cover the door enough and too small). It tows great with the 6.0 gasser but tows MUCH BETTER with the diesel.
We sat inseveral different floorplansat the dealer for a few hours and just looked and pretended to camp before we made a final decision. You can also get to all the needed areas with the slides closed which is nice for quick lunch breaks along the road.
Good luck.
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03-29-2009, 10:14 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Maine
Posts: 1,250
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I, personally (if I didn't have children) would have gotten the CF30SK. I like the bedroom slide and kitchen area.
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2013 Jayco Eagle 334RBTS
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03-29-2009, 10:41 AM
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Family Vacation Member
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Virginia
Posts: 244
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I agree with the above, take your time and spend time in each model. We went with the 30SK because of the all in one bathroom and the triple slides. With the slides out there is plenty of room to streatch out. It also pulls great with the F250 diesel.
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F350 SD DRW PSD, Cardinal 3825FL
Fredericksburg, VA
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03-29-2009, 02:18 PM
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Family Vacation Member
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: SW Louisiana
Posts: 167
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Pretty much what everyone else has already said. Now, I have a question for you...What kind of truck do you have, or will you be purchasing a new one? I'm sure not one of those weight police type guys but, I just don't want to see anyone make the same mistake I made...twice!
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03-29-2009, 02:52 PM
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Seasonal Camper
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: WA
Posts: 270
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We have a 29RE and really like the floor plan. With 3 kids, the sales guys kept trying to point us towards the bunk houses. But our previous TT was a bunk house and we wanted more daytime living space. With our Northwest climate we do see a lot of rainy days in the campground so like the extra living space the 29RE gives us. When the weather is nicer my sons prefer to sleep in their tent any way.If not outside they sleep on the hide-a- bed.
Plusses of the 29RE-- bigger e-center, we have a 32" LCD (plus after market surround sound) makes for great movie watching on rainy evenings. Also the fridge and bathroom are quickly accessible from the entry without walking across the carpet.
We first looked at a Laredo with the same layout but it didn't have the bedroom slide.We found a dealer that carried both Laredo and Cruiser so were able to look at both side by side and felt the Cruiser was a better overall product.
My wife initially liked the extra counter space of the 29RK but soon realized having the "living room" at the back was better for us. We also do a lot of outdoor cooking and she realized it would be much easier having the kitchen adjacent to the entry. We also didn't want a curb side slideout because we wanted to have a larger awning covered area. So that ruled out the 30SK.
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2005 CF29RE 04 Ford F250 crew 6.0 P/stroke FX-4.
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03-30-2009, 11:49 AM
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Weekend Camper
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Augusta,Georgia
Posts: 59
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Cobra909, we have a 2008 f-250 CC 5.4l 3.73 rated to tow a fifth wheel up to 9700 lbs. I am thinking that if it does struggle some, that I will change the r&p gears to 4.30. That would bring the towing capacity to around 13k.
shoetravel, we think alot alike. Those are pretty much the same reasons that my favorite is the 29RE floorplan. I won't be able to look at that model next week, but maybe the DW will be swayed by two like thinkers. Thanks.
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Charles & Regina
Maggie Mae (Basset Hound)
2008 Ford F-250 CC 5.4l 3.73
2010 Cruiser CF30SK Patriot
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04-01-2009, 02:17 AM
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New Camper
Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 6
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I'm towing a 30SK with a 250 5.4 3.73's...
Have been for two years...
She lugs down on hills and struggles a bit in high winds...
No trouble what so ever with suspension...
The SK tows great!!!
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04-01-2009, 08:35 AM
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Weekend Camper
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Augusta,Georgia
Posts: 59
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ONTHEROAD, that is just exactly the info that I am wanting to hear. I thought that the weight of the Cruiser's would be right in my towing capabilities. On the Open Roads forum, there are so many posters that swear that you must have a diesel to tow anything over 8000 lbs. Lots of arguments and little real information! Thanks.
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Charles & Regina
Maggie Mae (Basset Hound)
2008 Ford F-250 CC 5.4l 3.73
2010 Cruiser CF30SK Patriot
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04-01-2009, 09:41 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Maine
Posts: 1,250
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Well, I know it's a GM but I have a 2500HD with the 6.0L. The truck does a good job and as mentioned, when in a head wind going up a hill it does struggle and chug a bit. However, on normal highway driving and city towing it does perfectly OK.
I tire of the ranting about having a dino-burner to tow anything larger then a popup. My gas 2500HD was 4K cheaper then a similar equipped dino-burner and gas is still cheaper by a good margin then diesel.
I am very pleased with my setup.
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2013 Jayco Eagle 334RBTS
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04-01-2009, 10:07 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: KS
Posts: 863
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mwebber78
I tire of the ranting about having a dino-burner to tow anything larger then a popup. My gas 2500HD was 4K cheaper then a similar equipped dino-burner and gas is still cheaper by a good margin then diesel.
I am very pleased with my setup.
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Very well said indeed!
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04-01-2009, 10:34 AM
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Seasonal Camper
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Pittsburgh
Posts: 433
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mwebber78
Well, I know it's a GM but I have a 2500HD with the 6.0L. The truck does a good job and as mentioned, when in a head wind going up a hill it does struggle and chug a bit. However, on normal highway driving and city towing it does perfectly OK.
I tire of the ranting about having a dino-burner to tow anything larger then a popup. My gas 2500HD was 4K cheaper then a similar equipped dino-burner and gas is still cheaper by a good margin then diesel.
I am very pleased with my setup.
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I have the Duramax diesel and I am very pleased with my setup. Diesel may cost a little more, but no problems pulling.
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Nights camped in 2010 = 009
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04-02-2009, 09:11 AM
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Weekend Camper
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Winnipeg,Mb
Posts: 69
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Hi
Bought a 30sk in Sept09 & just finished a 3 month stay in Texas. Very happy with the unit counter space in kitchen area is great. Have a 26" lcd tv in the enter area 24 " would be more than enough. my 2 complaints are not a dedicated battery compartment(not a big deal made my own) the other is the rincky dink
hidabed offered,it's a glorified air matteress which is a pain to set up & take down, however that's what's offered on all cruisers now from what I understand!All in all a great unit
Cal
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04-02-2009, 11:53 PM
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Family Vacation Member
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Mid-Michigan
Posts: 185
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I'm partial to the 29RK... Don't know why
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04-03-2009, 08:23 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: KS
Posts: 863
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Quote:
Originally Posted by riverotter55
I'm partial to the 29RK... Don't know why
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Me too!
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04-05-2009, 03:05 AM
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Weekend Camper
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: NJ
Posts: 50
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Well, having towed with a 2003 Dodge with the Hemi and now towing with a 2006 Cummins, I would NOT go back to a gasser for towing. I know, people are going to say, "but gas is cheaper", "the diesel engine is 5K more". Trust me, there is no comparison towing with diesel, having the extra torque, horsepower, etc. You will get plenty more miles out of a diesel then a gas motor too!!!
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2008 CF32BL
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04-05-2009, 08:33 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Maine
Posts: 1,250
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I don't think anyone thinks a gas pulls better then a diesel. However, like Scott brand TP it costs less, works great and does what it's suppose to.
So other then the bad analogy if I had all the money in the world and we weren't in a recession I'd have a nice shiney Duramax or Navistar in the driveway...
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2013 Jayco Eagle 334RBTS
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04-05-2009, 01:07 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Bradley, Il
Posts: 1,018
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Chazworth, we have had our 30sk for 2-1/2 years and spent 3 months each of the last three winters on the Gulf Coast. The 30sk is a great unit. We have towed it about 8,000 miles with our F-250, 5.4L, 4.10 rear end with no problems at all. Have been thru the hills of Tennessee, northern Alabama, etc. Get 8 to 8.5 mpg running 62-65 mph. Wouldn't trade the trailer or the truck
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Dale & Carol
Bradley, Il
2007 F-250
2010 CF30SK Patriot
2007 CF30SK
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04-06-2009, 01:40 AM
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Seasonal Camper
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Central VA
Posts: 499
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Chasworth....the difference between towing with a diesel is like the difference betweenflying piper cub and an F16...especially in the mountains....get the diesel if you can...we love our SK as well....has lots of room and cabinet space....really a nice unit for 2 people....
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