Journey with Confidence RV GPS App RV Trip Planner RV LIFE Campground Reviews RV Maintenance Take a Speed Test Free 7 Day Trial ×
 
 


General Hi-Lo camper discussion The perfect place to discuss your Hi-Lo camper
Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread Display Modes
 
Old 08-14-2018, 07:53 AM   #1
Member
 
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: Virginia
Posts: 14
Default Hi Lo (tow lite) 24t 2005

Looking at a used towlite.
Had a few questions

Is there room for a air mattress in front of the slide out couch (3rd bed)/
The one I am looking at does not have the drop down bed.

Are the hydraulics/ lift really that complicated?
I have watched the videos which are well done but still a little concerned.

The first unit I looked at had severe side wall deformation and rot all around the slide out seal looks -like someone tried to caulk it up but did a poor job Is this a rare issue or something of concern.
I fully realize that campers require on going maintenance which I am prepared for but not a rebuild.

This is a great site and thanks to all for all th helpful info.

I tow with a ram 2007 turbo 5.9 diesel crew cab 8ft bed.
Down sizing from a 29 fifth wheel.
ED
__________________

delsurfin is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-14-2018, 08:53 AM   #2
Member
 
amountaincreeker's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: WI
Posts: 39
Default

Hey there, I have an 07 24T that I have owned for just under a year, I cant elaborate on the complication of the lift system as I have not had to touch it. But I would say with the couch laid out you could get away with a twin size mattress, not much more. As for the damage around the tip out, mine is perfect and shows no sign of water damage.
__________________

__________________
Home Is Where You Park It
2013 Chevy Silverado LTZ
2007 Towlite 24T
amountaincreeker is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-14-2018, 05:20 PM   #3
Senior Member
 
Join Date: May 2016
Location: Tennessee
Posts: 234
Default

Lift system isn't that complicated....a starter motor, a hydraulic cylinder and cables.

I'd keep looking, with "severe sidewall deformation and rot", you could be in for a rebuild. I've not done it, others here have and can shed more light on that topic.

Good luck and just keep looking. We spent 5 months looking for the one we eventually bought, and looked at 4-5 abused Hi-Los in the process. Looked at one 28' that was billed as in excellent condition, only to find a tree had fallen across it and there was a crease from that across the top and the top sidewalls were bowed out 6-8 inches on either side.
piperjim is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-14-2018, 07:40 PM   #4
sam
Senior Member
 
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Niagara Falls,NY
Posts: 4,036
Default Welcome to the forum.

Keep looking for an undamaged unit. They 27 for sale sounds like it is in good shape.
sam is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 08-23-2018, 06:30 PM   #5
Member
 
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Central Florida
Posts: 23
Default

Lift system simple. Pump moves Ram that moves cables that lift top. As long as there is enough fluid ( automatic transmission fluid ) system works.

2403 Tow-Lite
2007 Aspen
Equalizer Hitch.
rvranger is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off


» Featured Campgrounds

Reviews provided by

Powered by vBadvanced CMPS v3.2.3
Disclaimer:

This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hi-Lo Trailers Worldwide or any of its affiliates. This is an independent, unofficial site.


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:26 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
HiLoTrailerForum.com Copyright 2010
×