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12-01-2016, 12:22 PM
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Weekend Camper
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Florida
Posts: 40
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Sunset Trail Reserve Leather deteriorating
Hi All
I have a 2013 32BH Reserve.
All of our leather is deteriorating and looks horrible. Has anyone else experienced this with their furniture? The leather looks like it is literally shrinking away from the backing.
I am so disappointed in the quality of Crossroads, this newest issue just adds to the lovely faded front cap among other items.
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Chuck and Robyn - Camping since 1985
From tent camping to 2013 - Sunset Trail Reserve 32 Bunk House
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12-01-2016, 12:43 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Belle River , Ontario
Posts: 1,753
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It is not leather , it is a bonded type or some synthetic mat'l that looks nice at first. Same mat'l that is on the couches you see people throwing out on garbage day...
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It was a rainy few days at Algonquin Prov park...tarps kept us dry.
Wayne --Belle River (Windsor), Ontario
2013 Sunset Trail Reserve 25RB..(just sold it)
2015 White Chev Silverado 2500HD 4x4 (6.0 l gasser)
2003 Mountain Star 890SBRX Truck Camper
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12-01-2016, 05:01 PM
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New Camper
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Florida
Posts: 8
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My couch is also peeling an cracking. 2013re. Took the seat cushion to a local upholsterer to redo. Next is the back cushions. Stuff looks like junk from the original manufacturer. I know Crossroads did not manufacture the funiture. I see the two post above are from people who own 2013's. I wonder if other years had probems.
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03-23-2017, 02:15 PM
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Weekend Camper
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Florida
Posts: 17
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Furniture peeling
We have a 2014 27BH that we purchased in 12/13. The "leather like"material on the couch and dinette started to deteriorate before it was 2 years old. We have no kids or pets. Also wondering if this was jus an issue with those manufactued in 2013. Has anyone had this issue resolved from the manufacturer?
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03-23-2017, 04:02 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Belle River , Ontario
Posts: 1,753
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I assume your submit button got stuck...lol
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It was a rainy few days at Algonquin Prov park...tarps kept us dry.
Wayne --Belle River (Windsor), Ontario
2013 Sunset Trail Reserve 25RB..(just sold it)
2015 White Chev Silverado 2500HD 4x4 (6.0 l gasser)
2003 Mountain Star 890SBRX Truck Camper
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03-23-2017, 05:09 PM
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Gone Traveling
Join Date: Feb 2016
Location: Texas
Posts: 1,392
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It wouldn't make any difference what brand of rv you bought, they most likely get the same cheap a## furniture from the same place, Thor/Crossroads DOESN'T build the furniture.
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03-23-2017, 06:50 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: PA
Posts: 5,714
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Quote:
Originally Posted by travelin texans
It wouldn't make any difference what brand of rv you bought, they most likely get the same cheap a## furniture from the same place, Thor/Crossroads DOESN'T build the furniture.
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You're correct, a lot of the Rv furniture is made by Lippert and Flexsteel
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Mark & Susan
Lehighton, Pennsylvania
EAGLE HT FIFTH WHEEL | 30.5CKTS - '13 Ford F150 SCREW - PullRite Superslide - Roadmaster Active Suspension
Member - "Northeast Adventures RV Rally Group" & "Mason-Dixon Bunch"
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03-24-2017, 04:39 AM
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Seasonal Camper
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: MA
Posts: 315
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I have the 2014.
The leather looks great.
So far.
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2020 Ram 2500 Bighorn 6.7 Diesel
2014 Zinger 27RL (Traded)
2022 Grand Design Reflection 315RLTS
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03-25-2017, 02:02 PM
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Family Vacation Member
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: On
Posts: 186
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My 2011 Seville - looks and feels great!
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04-06-2017, 02:23 PM
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New Camper
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Florida
Posts: 1
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Yes but they sell the junk and won't stand behind it. that stinks
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04-11-2017, 12:46 PM
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Weekend Camper
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: NS
Posts: 21
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Fingers crossed, the brown "leather" in my 2013 seems to be holding up. Not sure if it's a factor, but we typically keep the shades down behind the couch when not in use. I know sunlight can be a fabric's worst enemy. We also leave the vents open all winter for air flow (have the Maxx Flo covers) and this may help as well. Could of course be all for nothing if things start to peel soon.
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2013 Sunset Trail 26BH
2013 F150 Lariat 4x4 SuperCrew 3.5 Ecoboost
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04-11-2017, 06:54 PM
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Seasonal Camper
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: NH
Posts: 394
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I think it must have been an issue. I have a 2016 and they made a big deal about the furniture being better quality. I think they said it's made by Black Diamond? Supposed to be a Lazy Boy knock off. I can tell you it is uncomfortable. They build these things like petite athletic people live in them. They are confused, those people carry tents into the woods and sleep on the ground.
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2016 Cruiser 315RL
2012 Ford F350 King Ranch diesel SRD
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04-11-2017, 07:28 PM
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Family Vacation Member
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: On
Posts: 186
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Truth be known - it's not leather
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04-11-2017, 07:55 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Wi
Posts: 527
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I treat ours with conditioner a few times a year. Hopefully it will keep it soft and plyable for a longer life.
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Scott & Julie
Northern Wisconsin
2021 Cruiser Air 27MK
2021 Ford F-250 XLT Premium
6.2L, 6 3/4 ft bed, FX4. Tow pkg.
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07-24-2017, 09:12 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Florida
Posts: 650
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All my furniture is peeling as well. I have a 2014 ST32BH that I purchased in October of 2013. We're on a trip now and have everything covered and have to sweep up the flakes every day.
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Bert, Cathy, Kylie & Kaitlin
2014 SunsetTrail Reserve 32BH
2009 Silverado 3500HD LTZ 4X4 6.6L Duramax
YouTube LetsRV Instagram LetsRV_
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08-10-2017, 09:30 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Florida
Posts: 650
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Update
I've been going back and forth with Lippert about my couches and dinette. They said that they are aware of the problem. It is mostly found in the south like Florida possibly because of the heat and humidity. They extended the warranty for 2 years but did not tell anyone. If you were lucky to notice in time and complain they would fix it. I did not notice in time so I'm SOL. I can purchase all new furniture at a discount. So I need to replace all my furniture in an RV that is less than 4 years old BS. My wife says Canada has a class action lawsuit going on this.
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Bert, Cathy, Kylie & Kaitlin
2014 SunsetTrail Reserve 32BH
2009 Silverado 3500HD LTZ 4X4 6.6L Duramax
YouTube LetsRV Instagram LetsRV_
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08-10-2017, 10:46 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: PA
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If you have to replace, I would look a Lazy Boy or other brands.
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Mark & Susan
Lehighton, Pennsylvania
EAGLE HT FIFTH WHEEL | 30.5CKTS - '13 Ford F150 SCREW - PullRite Superslide - Roadmaster Active Suspension
Member - "Northeast Adventures RV Rally Group" & "Mason-Dixon Bunch"
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08-10-2017, 12:06 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Florida
Posts: 650
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I think that what we are going to do. Unfortunately it's 2 sofas and then getting someone to reupholster the dinette.
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Bert, Cathy, Kylie & Kaitlin
2014 SunsetTrail Reserve 32BH
2009 Silverado 3500HD LTZ 4X4 6.6L Duramax
YouTube LetsRV Instagram LetsRV_
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08-10-2017, 12:45 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: PA
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Lloyd, they might be good but I have one problem with their design. The reclining mechanism does not have a lever. In order to get back down, you must force the leg support down and back with your legs. Susan cannot do it and it's even a little bit of a struggle for me.
I found this company makes a good line of rv furniture. They do have some showrooms across the states. But you can also order online. Travel Trailer Chairs | Trailer Chair | Flexsteel
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Mark & Susan
Lehighton, Pennsylvania
EAGLE HT FIFTH WHEEL | 30.5CKTS - '13 Ford F150 SCREW - PullRite Superslide - Roadmaster Active Suspension
Member - "Northeast Adventures RV Rally Group" & "Mason-Dixon Bunch"
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