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Why Are Luxe Fifth Wheels the Best Full-Time Four Season Fifth Wheels for Full Time RVers?

Why are Luxe Fifth Wheels the best full-time Four Season Fifth wheels? Initial intention and design are an important part of making a True four season Luxury RV. At Luxe we intend to make an RV that is truly comfortable in extremes of weather as well as prevent detrimental occurrences of freeze-ups and HVAC system overloads. Construction design at each layer is imperative because there is little that can be done after manufacturing to retrofit an under-designed product.

Best Four-Season 5th Wheel RV Construction Starts with Sidewalls

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luxury fifth wheel sidewall designWe start with our sidewall design because in an RV this is usually the one component that has constraints. Luxe has the thickest sidewalls in the industry at 3 inches, important in all 4 Seasons. Due to material, dimensional thickness sidewalls are the largest portion of surface area, and they can be exposed to horizontal winds.

These walls are ultra-high-strength, with a polyurethane laminated, multi-layered construction, starting with an outer layer of thick Gel Coat fiberglass with an Azdel composite layer beneath, this is on top of aluminum welded cage, filled with a solid High Density closed cell graphite infused foam insulation. This insulation is shown to not retain or wick any moisture, degrade over time, mold, or mildew.  This provides the maximum amount of insulation per inch of any product used in the industry. Even our slide-out sidewalls are insulated the same as our main walls. Many competitors will downgrade the insulation in their slide-outs to save on costs.

By contrast, many of the other manufacturers use either a thinner 1” to 1 ½” wall or a “hung glass” wall that is stuffed with fiberglass insulation. The fiberglass insulation used in the typical RV wall application is often compressed into a narrower space than is required by the insulation maker, therefore reducing its R-value dramatically. However, many manufacturers still quote the higher R-value in their literature. For example, one major company with hung glass walls and screwed sidewall construction, claims it is the “Best Insulated in the Industry” with R-16 Fiberglass. In truth, when the R-16 fiberglass is compressed into a 2 ½” cavity it results in the R-value of this wall being reduced by 44% to an R-9. The fiberglass is also inferior to solid closed cell block foam in walls from the standpoint of air infiltration, air moves freely through fiberglass layers reducing its R-value. In addition, in a vertical sidewall RV application “loose” fiberglass tends to settle from road vibration over time leaving gaps at the top. This condition is impossible to fix without removing the walls.

The added benefit to Luxe’s Welded and Laminated wall construction is added strength and rigidity to the coach which prevents flex on seals and gaskets preventing future air and water infiltration. We frame out all openings (windows, doors, compartments, even vents, etc.) our welded aluminum framing is filled with wood.

The Best Four Season Fifth Wheel Construction Starts with designing the Best Insulation Package for Full-Time RVing.Four Season fifth wheel Roof

In the LUXE roof construction, high-density Fiberglass is used and is great for this horizontal application, considering the extra space there allows the full R-value of the product to be realized without compression. Fiberglass allows us to install wiring and insulated ductwork for the air conditioning system including return air while maintaining the serviceability of the systems. Standard on all LUXE models are low profile whisper-quiet AC’s/Heat Pumps with a return air system, the quietest and most powerful in the industry. Claims of roof insulation by other manufacturers are grossly exaggerated, some claiming up to R-40 in a 6” roof, which is impossible. In part, claims are overstated on reflective materials used, these require large adjacent dead air spaces to achieve an increased R-Value, clearly not present in their roofs. R-40 would require a 12” roof at least.

 

Protection Against Freezing Water Lines and Tanks is a must for Full-time Fifth Wheels Luxe’ Systems are Redundant in this Regard.

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Floor Construction again provides ample room for utilizing high-density Fiberglass insulation without compression and allows heat runs, plumbing, and electrical installations while maintaining serviceability. The frame is first prepped by applying a thick tough corrugated poly-carbonate material on the bottom, the frame is then flipped and ready for insulation. First, another layer of bubble style insulation reflective sheathing is applied on top of the bottom board and carefully wrapped up the inside of the vertical frame rail on each side then a double layer of high-density fiberglass is applied on top of that and up the insides of the frame rail. Heat and cold will transfer on the I-beam therefore we chose to insulate this area. The plumbing wiring HVAC and holding tanks are installed inside of this area, as well as a heat run from the furnace to heat this area.

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At Luxe We provide multi-layer protection by adding the upper welded aluminum 3” floor structure topped with a screwed and glued ⅝” tongue and groove marine plywood. The Floor is stuffed with high-density fiberglass insulation then a layer of bubble-style insulation reflective sheathing is applied underneath and the layer of waterproof Darco sheeting the full length of the floor and wrapped up over the edges. This floor is then ready to install on top of the frame. The insulated floor is then installed on the frame to complete the envelopment of the heated underfloor. At Luxe we try to build in redundancy for our system protection, so we install electric heat pads on the holding tanks, in addition, to directly heating the subfloor area.

 

Luxe’s Arctic Package takes Four Season Fifth Wheel Construction to another level for Extreme Cold

In addition, for extremely cold areas we offer an additional arctic package that goes beyond our standard 4 season package that includes 2-35,000 BTU furnaces, 2 heat pads on the freshwater tanks, and foam insulated Pex waterlines. 

Our front and rear walls consist of a one-piece fiberglass cap. Underneath we have Welded cage construction, Radiant barrier insulation, 2 layers of glued in high-density fiberglass insulation, Darco waterproof moisture barrier.

Four Season Fifth Wheel Construction Relies on High-Quality Installation of the Best Insulative Materials

During Manufacturing at Luxe installation of insulating materials is as important as fit and finish inside the coach. At Luxe our pace of production allows superior attention to detail in this area also. High volume manufacturing can frequently lead to insulation voids and materials like cutouts and trash left behind that compress insulation. This can all lead to cold/hot spots possible freeze-ups and a generally uncomfortable experience. We carefully place all insulation and carefully seal all areas. This includes a triple seal system on all slide-outs which is a major source of air infiltration on other mass-produced RV products.

Wednesday, 12 January 2022 15:22

How to clean your soft-touch walls in your Luxe

How to clean your soft-touch walls in your Luxe

Here is a great video tutorial on how to clean your soft-touch walls in your Luxe luxury fifth wheel. 

Saturday, 08 January 2022 14:37

How quiet is your Toy Hauler fifth wheel?

How quiet is your Toy Hauler fifth wheel?

Do your research when you are ready to purchase your luxury Toy Hauler fifth wheel.

  • Go inside and close the door. Listen to how quiet it is inside. Listen for outside noise.
  • Jump on the floor to feel any movement
  • Turn on the A/C then the heat to see how load it is
  • Quality of the interior
  • How long has the Toy Hauler been sitting outside or is it sold factory direct

These are a few things to look for. Give us a call for more information (844)284-6678 or schedule a tour. Click here

Wednesday, 05 January 2022 18:26

Why the UnRV Show

The UnRv Show

Join Luxe in Sunny Tampa FL Jan. 19th - 22nd, 2022 to explore our most popular floor plans, get your questions answered at our private venue, and even see the perfect hauler Truck for luxury fifth wheels! Book your appointment Click Here or call (844)284-6678

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"The ability to make it ours is what made the sale. We didn't have to worry about a salesman selling us something. We sold ourselves based on what we could do."
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Thursday, 09 December 2021 14:44

What makes our Fifth Wheels the best?

What makes our Fifth Wheels the best? Find out by taking a Factory Tour and ask any questions along the way! Unable to make it out? We can work out a Virtual Tour! Click Here Or?(844)284-6678

Thursday, 09 December 2021 14:34

Take a look at our Ready-to-Go Used Inventory

Start planning for your next adventure! Take a look at our Ready-to-Go Used Inventory by clicking here?

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Take a stroll around the outside of this beautiful Luxe 44FL Elite Fifth Wheel.

With our Residential HVAC, and Super 3" Inch Thick Walls You don't have to fear Dark Color Schemes when crafting the Fifth Wheel of Your Dreams!
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