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RVPAINTER


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Does anyone have any knowledge of:

Chalet RV, Inc out of Albany OR  www.chaletrv.com

we are putting together Plan B as we question if our house will ever sell during our life time!  We saw their model XL1938 at the Albuquerque RV show in March.  This is an A-frame with an expanding hard sided dormer.  The closest dealer to NM is in Oklahoma.  We are just starting to research these now and have contacted the company.

Big step down from a Class A but this would be our little get a way until such time the Country gets back on its feet or the world really does end or we cross over the border into Canada. :>) 

First hand knowledge is most valuable so if ya got some - my ears are opened. 



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I have direct knowledge of a competitor of Chalet RV, I am referring to Aliner, Aliner builds similar Aframe units, not sure if they are still in business but we drove up to the factory about 20 years ago and picked up a new unit. In general the unit was built well, very unique design concept, very easy to tow...They set up really easy and are surprisingly roomy....G

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I own a 06 Aliner LXE with all the bells and whistles. I've been towing it for many thousands of miles with a 4 cyl car getting 22-25mpg. Of course a XL series Chalet will need a bigger TV with at least a 3,500lb towing capacity, but you should see outstanding economy towing this bigger unit too. I have been very happy with my A-frame and wouldn't trade it for anything. I've toured the Chalet XL series and believe they are even sturdier and better made than the Aliners.

Here's a few places you can go to communicate with owners and learn more about these fine campers.

 http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/alinerchaleta-frames/

This is primarily an Aliner board but there are Chalet folks there as well.

http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/chaletcamping/

Here is the yahoo Chalet forum.

http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/ChaletXLownersforum/

Finally, this is the forum for Chalet XL owners.

BTW, I know one solo lady who's fulltiming in an Aliner, so it is doable if you're a minimalist. I even considered fulltiming in a 1935, but I ultimately decided that it would be a little too cramped for the 2 of us. I would also consider a Hi-Lo for extended use. Though they are now out of business, they are very durable, reliable units which are much more substantially built (though heavier) than their competitor, Trailmanor (who is still in business, BTW, as are Chalet and Columbia NW - the Aliner folk.)

Chip

 



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Thanks for all the great info I really appreciate that. 



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