New Grand Design Reflection purchase in the works

[Susan_S]

Hi Jim,
Sorry but I think I responded to you twice so I'm just taking it out.
Sue

[Susan_S]

Rob,

Thank you for that information. As first time RVers I'm glad to hear it is not too difficult to tow. I agree that the larger one is probably a lot to handle but I loved the bedroom!!!!

Oh well. Maybe next time.

Sue :-)

[howson]

Rob,

Thank you for that information. As first time RVers I'm glad to hear it is not too difficult to tow. I agree that the larger one is probably a lot to handle but I loved the bedroom!!!!

Oh well. Maybe next time.

Sue :-)

Hello, Susan_S. A forum usage tip--when replying use the Reply with Quote so we know whom you're addressing and the individual gets a notification (like you just did when I replied to you.)

-Howard

[Steve7]

Hi Sue,

We have a 2017 297RSTS. We are in it 6 months out of the year. Besides a couple minor issues, such as trim sagging (easily put back up with brad nails), or sheared off screw heads on outside (replaced with screws GD sent me), it’s been trouble free. I keep up with maintenance such as wheel bearing service, roof inspections, sealant inspections around windows, etc. I’ve always had great luck when speaking with customer service. Prefer not to use the dealership for repairs. You do have options here by the way.

I for one, have not had any problems with the water lines. I know many have, but I believe many more have not. It seems to be an issue with a type of pipe used in some of the shorter connections to the longer PEX lines. Several owners have replaced them themselves.

The layout of the unit is great. We like that we can access the bathroom during travel without opening the slides. We also love that the theater seats are across from the tv. We switched the couch and the dining table/chairs so that we eat near the rear window. This gives us a better view, eat on a hard surface, and a little more head room than being in the slide out. We just use two chairs though as it’s just us two.

We do use a good cover on our couch now for the dogs. Our furniture seems to be holding up well.

This year we put in a good mattress (had a topper before. The stock mattresses are terrible for most people).

Get a good weight distribution hitch/sway control. We use the Blue Ox and love it. Not too expensive but good quality.

Good luck!

[Susan_S]

Hello, Susan_S. A forum usage tip--when replying use the Reply with Quote so we know whom you're addressing and the individual gets a notification (like you just did when I replied to you.)

-Howard

OK Howard, Thanks for the tip.

Sue :-)

[Susan_S]

Get a good weight distribution hitch/sway control. We use the Blue Ox and love it. Not too expensive but good quality.

Good luck![/QUOTE]

Hi Steve,
Thank you for the great advice and also for making me feel a little more confident about the mechanisms of the RV. I am hopeful that we will not have too many issues. I'm not expecting perfection but hope nothing is too daunting.

I will keep you posted.

Thanks again,
Sue

[Takoda]

We have a 2018 297RSTS and we really like the layout. So far we have had some minor issues so quite happy with it. A couple of things that mods that I did to make DW even happier with the trailer is put a bigger sink and new tap in the bathroom and changed out the large farmer sink with a double bowl sink. Other than that we have been quite happy with the trailer.

One thing DW did notice on our second trip is that the bathroom door is right across from the entry door. We just make sure that when using the bathroom the door is always closed so that if one of us walks in the whole campground doesn't get a show.

Hope you enjoy it as much as we have.

Rob

Hey Rob,

How hard was it to switch out the sink? My wife is not a big fan of the farmer's sink either. What did you put in?

Dennis

[Labretrieverlover]

What we did for the kitchen sink is just use a smaller plastic tub for washing dishes. Definitely makes a difference when dry camping and trying to conserve water. When hooked up, we still like saving water. I also bought a sink liner to save on scratching the stainless.

[HokieDon]

We got our 297 last fall. Have used it a lot. No significant problems.

We love the layout, it pulls great with my 2500 Duramax. No regrets.

[reeldirtydawg]

Welcome and congratulations on your new trailer. We bought our 297 RSTS late last year and so far love it. Had a few minor issues and the dealer quickly fixed them.

Some of the mods I've made:
Switched out trailer tail lights
Installed Easy Start
Replaced the bathroom sink and faucet
Replaced the shower head
Installed EMS-50
Heater drain extension
MaxxAir Covers
RV door digital door lock
TST TMPS-
LevelMate Pro
ProPride Hitch
Replaced the outside and inside TV with Smart TV
Installed TV in Bedroom
The more forums you read the more mods gadgets you want

Safe Travels and post some pics when you get the new trailer