Upgraded to Camplite 21RBS

We brought our new 2014 Camplite 21RBS home this week. We bought it from Little Campers Direct in Aberdeen, MS. Salesman Tommy was great and the deal was great. They only sell direct so they didn’t take a trade in, but they agreed to take the RPOD on consignment. They felt they could get a good price for it and they have a large area from which they draw.

The factory options ordered included: U-shaped dinette, spray on chassis insulation, A/C, microwave, entertainment package, awning, off-road tires and axels, LED light pkg, dual propane tanks.

The factory was very accommodating on mods I requested: Custom designed 4x4 inch rear bumper, black tank back-flusher, added 12V socket in bath, added skylight in shower, dual battery holder, gas/electric water heater. These were all installed with excellent engineering and workmanship. Unexpected upgrades were a ceiling light above dinette and a real 8 inch mattress. That was a real surprise.

We spent one night out on our way home and everything worked fine. One thing that needs work is the cold floor. The temperature got down to 32F and the aluminum floor was COLD! Even with the sprayed on insulation, which doesn’t really insulate but does block airflow, the bare floor is tough on bare feet. The included rug helped, but more floor covering is needed to keep the cold out. Think rugs and Yoga mats. On the plus side the walls and ceiling are well insulated and the windows are double pane. Also the dual battery rack will hold two golfers, but not in cases. I’ll rebuild the rack and fix that.

Overall I’m very pleased with the upgraded camper and Little Campers Direct. The walk-around bed, dry bath, and 7cu.ft. fridge, and slide out dinette make all the difference in the world.  It’s better than a Hampton Inn!  The new TV (supercharged V6 Tacoma) seemed to work fine, but the real test is Colorado next year.

So here are the pictures to prove it really did happen. The only thing I could add is a picture of my check! That would really prove it happened

Enjoy camping,

Originally posted by furpod Looks Good! Our dealings with the factory have all been positive.. If I may ask, how much was the shower skylight option? That is the one and only thing not in the regular factory options list we want..

Furpod,

I can't say on individual options. I didn't break them out individually. I think the factory charges a one time engineering charge, but that may include all the requested changes. The skylight was so big and well done that I suspect they had engineered this mod before. It really makes a difference when standing in the shower. The folks at Littel Campers were so impressed that they decided to order all future units with that mod.

Charlie

Charlie,

Thanks for your notes.. I bet the more you camp, the more you notice..

So the "stock" WH is gas only? We could live with that no problem, but good to know to ask for a 2-way.

Interesting the no tank probes.. That has surely been an industry standard for a long long time.. I know for sure Airstream had them as far back as '69.. We have done a bit of research on them, my dad says he has never had a camper with "reliable" gauges.. we plan to switch to these.. LINK

I meant to ask.. is your city water inlet on the street side? It appears you have a hose and filter hooked up on the curb side??

Mark

Charlie,  I have only had one travel trailer that came with a propane only water heater.  One of my negotiation points with the dealer was the installation of a Hott Rod.  You are probably familiar with them, but for those who are not, it is an electric  element that screws into the tank's drain plug opening.  They ran the 120 volt line into the cabin along with a 120 volt receptacle near the bottom of a cabinet.  I had to install a switch with an "on" light after I took possession.  The Hott Rod is an efficient accessory items sold in most RV supply stores for under $100.00.  I never had to use the propane heater all the time I owned that trailer.

Bottom line: You can convert any heater to use an electric element.  No big deal.

One downside with that solution is you are removing the anode rod, so you'll be cutting down on the life of the tank.