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07-21-2008, 11:20 AM

We love our TM2720! We did not have a previous travel trailer. This is our first. We almost bought an Aliner this year, but when we compared it to the TrailManor, there was no comparison. It is roomy, has all the comforts of home, works in 30 degree temps as well as 95 degree temps, and has features we never expected.

Since we bought our 2720 in April, we have been out camping to 8 campgrounds, ranging from full hookups to a complete boon docking experience and it worked well everywhere. We can carry water to the campground that just has a spigot with potable water or add water to the holding tank when we are there. The toilet works wonderfully - we can go 4 days in 90 degree temperatures without unpleasant odors. The versatility of the systems running on more than one power source is wonderful.

It tows like a dream if you have a good tow vehicle. Our mileage dropped only 3 miles per gallon on our 1700 mile trip last week. On our trip to Ohio last week, we saw very few travel trailers being towed as compared to the past. I know for a fact by talking to the owners of bigger, heavier rigs that they are curtailing their travel because of the cost of a gallon of gas. They can't afford to go far with such poor mileage figures. We saw little difference.

That said, some things work loose while driving 500 miles a day. You reattach them. Some things don't work the way you expect so you check the owner's manual or especially this forum. I have never waited longer than a few hours for a response to a question. Dealers are closed at night or at other times, but TM Forum members must never sleep! We didn't have to drive to the dealer 100 miles away to get things fixed. We learned how to do the repairs here and did it ourselves. And the Forum members would let us know if they thought we should make the drive and not try to do something ourselves.

We would buy ours again in a second. I have scratched the side with our mailbox, closed the top with the outside shower open, tried to close the TM with the beds still locked in place, and more. But it still works for us. Even in the driveway, it's a refuge, a playhouse, a night away from home. Or it folds up and is out of the way. Fitting in the garage is a big plus.

So you see, it is a question for you of what you are looking for in a travel trailer. For us, it was an answer to a prayer for a way to travel with a 6 year old and have enough economy and creature comforts for 60 year olds.

Keep us informed of your decision. If you haven't seen one, do that next. Some dealers even have a model that they let you try out already set up, like MCD in Cape Cod. Good luck!

07-21-2008, 11:20 AM	#9
LittleRhodey Guest Posts: n/a	We love our TM 2720! We love our TM2720! We did not have a previous travel trailer. This is our first. We almost bought an Aliner this year, but when we compared it to the TrailManor, there was no comparison. It is roomy, has all the comforts of home, works in 30 degree temps as well as 95 degree temps, and has features we never expected. Since we bought our 2720 in April, we have been out camping to 8 campgrounds, ranging from full hookups to a complete boon docking experience and it worked well everywhere. We can carry water to the campground that just has a spigot with potable water or add water to the holding tank when we are there. The toilet works wonderfully - we can go 4 days in 90 degree temperatures without unpleasant odors. The versatility of the systems running on more than one power source is wonderful. It tows like a dream if you have a good tow vehicle. Our mileage dropped only 3 miles per gallon on our 1700 mile trip last week. On our trip to Ohio last week, we saw very few travel trailers being towed as compared to the past. I know for a fact by talking to the owners of bigger, heavier rigs that they are curtailing their travel because of the cost of a gallon of gas. They can't afford to go far with such poor mileage figures. We saw little difference. That said, some things work loose while driving 500 miles a day. You reattach them. Some things don't work the way you expect so you check the owner's manual or especially this forum. I have never waited longer than a few hours for a response to a question. Dealers are closed at night or at other times, but TM Forum members must never sleep! We didn't have to drive to the dealer 100 miles away to get things fixed. We learned how to do the repairs here and did it ourselves. And the Forum members would let us know if they thought we should make the drive and not try to do something ourselves. We would buy ours again in a second. I have scratched the side with our mailbox, closed the top with the outside shower open, tried to close the TM with the beds still locked in place, and more. But it still works for us. Even in the driveway, it's a refuge, a playhouse, a night away from home. Or it folds up and is out of the way. Fitting in the garage is a big plus. So you see, it is a question for you of what you are looking for in a travel trailer. For us, it was an answer to a prayer for a way to travel with a 6 year old and have enough economy and creature comforts for 60 year olds. Keep us informed of your decision. If you haven't seen one, do that next. Some dealers even have a model that they let you try out already set up, like MCD in Cape Cod. Good luck!