But everyone knew that a new mold was coming with inherent changes and I really do think the raised floor issue was a known change. Otherwise, how would I know about it?
Um, no Karen, this was not disclosed earlier by ETI (as far as I know). If so, it was buried in a thread that didn't have any relationship to the title (such as New Molds). I've been reading each and every thread that relates to the new molds (least by title), until it veers off into discussions about poultine, beer and other non-related comments. Then I stop reading as it's rather pointless since it no longer pertains to the subject listed.
The forum was told about the flatter sides, frameless windows, molded medicine cabinet, new door, changed faucet and sink and electric awning, plus a few other things. Some of that information has been released by ETI, while others by those that just happened to find out about it, such as this newest revelation.
Here's a quote from Reace on March 16th, from the "March 24 Unveil" thread:
"The basic principle behind the reveal...then the April 1 order date is we want to ensure customers know what they are ordering on April 1. This is important as the current model will no longer be produced once all the existing 2016 orders are completed."
This has not happened. Those that ordered, and those that switched their orders to the new style, are slowly learning what all their new trailer will have in terms of changes.
From the "2017 19' Standard Features and Options" thread, posted on March 23rd:
"Some of the new changes for the 2017 19'...
Standard Rear Upper Brake/Signal Lights.
Flat door with integrated screen door.
Optional Double Pane Frameless windows
Larger Exterior Hatch (10x24 rather than 9x18)
12' Dometic Power Awning with remote.
Standard fridge is changed to Americana 5 cu. ft. 3-way RM2554 with option to upgrade to Americana Plus 6 cu. ft. 3-way DM2663 (double door).
Built-In Mirrored Medicine Cabinet in Bathroom
Larger 28 gallon fresh water tank
4" wider chassis "
Nothing about raised dinette floors. Is this something that was discovered at the last minute? Okay, someone will probably take issue and say "but he said "some", but that doesn't mean "all", so suck it up" sort of comment.
And, finally, from the "2017 Info" thread, this was posted on February 3rd:
"I know it is a bit later than I mentioned, but on Thursday, March 24, I will post exterior photos of the 2017, 17' and 19'. I won't have the inside completed yet to show, but there isn't too much changing there. The interior layout is not changing on any of the models.
"By the end of March, I will have a better idea as to when the 21' and 5.0 TA molds will be completed, however they are not too far behind the first two."
Still waiting for more info on the dates for the 21 and 5.0TA. However, the key point is that the "interior layout in not changing". Um, yeah, it is. A raised floor is a change. Granted, it's not moving the dinette, but it is a change.
You may not stub your toes, but I know I will. Is it enough for me to change my order back to the 2016 version? No, as I really am looking forward to hanging the Bali blinds on the straighter walls. Would I have liked to have known this before I made the change? Of course I would have. I also have to wonder what else has been or will be changed that we've not been told about.
Those of you with a trailer already can just say "neener neener" to those getting a 2017 version and keep saying that we're guinea pigs for any new changes. Not accepting our concerns is rather disheartening.
