Ameri-Lite reviews

I have had this trailer for 7 years now, bought it new in 2019. I have lived in it full time for about 3 years now. This is by far the best floor plan of any trailer or fifth wheel I have ever seen. Not only is it spacious, it is very livable. The construction quality is so-so, not great, but not terrible. A few things have fallen off the walls because they used simple wood screws into the 1/4" hardboard walls to hold, and they simply fell out. I replaced many of them with toggle bolts so they are much more secure. I have made several additions/alterations to it to make it more livable, I added a third shelf in the bathroom vanity (removed the blank panel on top, and fabricated new doors, so the bathroom vanity is much larger now. I also added a shelf under the sink for more storage. I added a second showerhead mount higher up in the shower, so taller people can use it easier (I am 6' 7"). I added a shelf in the upper kitchen cabinets. The space in the cabinets is very tall, and wasted space. The shelf doubles the amount of storage space. I added an additional electrical plug in the bedroom at the end of the cabinet under the window, it gave me a place to plug in a fan and other items. I also added a plug under the floor that is accessible outside to plug in external LED multicolor rope lights I added to light under the trailer ( adds decorative feature, and helps keep rodents away). I added a bumper mounted trailer hitch to the rear to hold my bike rack. I removed the theater seating sofa and moved teh hide-a-bed sofa to the slide out window, and I built a custom desk where the sofa was (custom fly tying desk for me to use). I reupholstered the dining chairs with thicker memory foam cushions, and leatherette fabric to match the sofa. Much more comfy to sit ono for extended periods. Added weight distributing hitch, and replaced the 20 lb propane tanks with 30 lb tanks. I also added a second battery to increase overall battery life. Show less

This camper is an excellent option for anyone looking for a practical, comfortable, and well-designed trailer, even for those towing with a minivan, as long as the proper precautions are taken. It is especially appealing for people who want something easy to store, simple to winterize and protect, and still spacious enough inside to feel truly comfortable. What stands out most is how well it uses its compact size. Even though it has a relatively small footprint, it feels much more like a larger camper once you are inside. The interior height is one of its best features. Because of the shape and layout, the space feels open, comfortable, and surprisingly easy to move around in. Another major advantage is that you do not have to deal with tarps or the usual hassles that often come with protecting and storing other trailers. It offers a very practical solution for winter coverage while still giving you the feeling of owning a more substantial camper. For a trailer of this size, the features are impressive. It has air conditioning, which can be difficult to find in smaller units, and it also includes a solid hot water tank. In my case, because of the high elevation where I live, a tankless water heater would not really be a practical option, so having a traditional hot water tank is a real benefit. If I could suggest one improvement, it would be the addition of an indoor shower. I believe that with just one or two extra feet in the floor plan, it could likely be incorporated. Even so, having an outdoor shower is still a valuable feature. I also think that adding a cassette toilet alongside a shower area would make this camper even more versatile and would be an outstanding upgrade. Overall, I think this is a wonderful camper. It offers a smart balance of size, comfort, and practicality, and for me, as a first camper, it has been a very satisfying purchase. I am genuinely happy with it. Show less

Bought this trailer in 2017 brand new. The day I took possess I had the spot weld the drop down legs as the pull pin was bringing the internals out as well on about every corner. Shower holder fell off wall, wasn’t screwed into anything but the wall board which is very thin. Roller bearings on the roll out trashcan came out, the back of the supports weren’t braces on both sides allowing it to move up and down independent of each side. At the two year mark the converter went out and then the refrigerator cooling unit went out. The roof was delaminating and the nails were coming loose underneath the membrane and trying to poke through. Then the water from snow and rain started seeping under the fiberglass shell. It was nothing but a money pit. The slides wouldn’t always go in evenly and I had to take that for work as well. If you buy one expect to budget another $250 a month for repairs above the monthly payment . I will never buy another keystone product again. I purchased a 1995 Nash that I have had no issues with. What surprised me is the Nash toilet still will hold water unlike the keystone. Show less

I bought a 2023 Keystone Bullet thinking I was getting a good quality RV from a reputable brand. Unfortunately it has been nothing but a disappointment from the start. The AC failed within the first year and getting it replaced turned into a long and frustrating battle between the dealer and Keystone. No one wanted to take responsibility and it took way too much time and effort just to get something that should have been handled quickly. Then the dinette seats literally fell apart just from sitting on them. When I checked I discovered they were held together with cheap staples instead of proper screws or bolts. I ended up having to fix it myself by screwing everything back together which is not something you expect from a new RV at this price point. Now only a year and a half later all the rubber seals and junction trim around the exterior are dry cracked and falling apart. I called Keystone hoping they would at least acknowledge the problem but all I got was “Sorry it is not under warranty anymore.” That is their answer for a 1 and a half year old unit that is clearly built with poor materials and no quality control. I am now trying to sell it but it seems like a lot of people already know about Keystone’s reputation for bad quality and customer service. I wish I had read more reviews before buying. This is my first and last Keystone product. I will never recommend or buy from them again. Show less

We are so far impressed with the Floorplan with bunkroom and 2nd bathroom (1/2 bath ) This is the second Flagstaff we've owned, and I see a lot of quality built into this trailer. So many tech upgrades since 2021 until now. We have only had this rv for a few weeks. I will update if things change, but at this point I feel that this is real quality and we're happy. Show less

This camper is a complete nightmare. We purchased it brand new in 2022 and were blinded by how "beautiful" it was. We were naive new camper owners who did not know what to look for. Every time we go camping, something breaks or falls apart. Tons of trouble with electrical components in the camper, none of the USB ports work on the inside, and some of the outlets do not work. The buttons for the electric jacks have broken 3 times in the 3 years we've had the camper. The awning is coming unattached on one side. The shower has leaked out the corner of the floor since the first time we used it. The biggest issue that we have run into is that the storage compartment door on the underbelly storage was installed incorrectly from the manufacturer (according to a service tech who looked at it) which caused a leak. The leak has now caused floor rot. We got a quote to fix this and it was quoted to us at $8000. This is INSANE! When I reached out to Forest River about getting this replaced as it was due to faulty install/manufacturing, they stated that because the warranty was over there was nothing they can do. They do NOT back their brand and they do NOT care about customer service. Run far, far away before ever purchasing a Forest River. Show less

This is a response to Justing from BC. If you would have done a little research on the manufacturers website prior to purchase you would have found that they rate this camper to be an extended season camper but not a 4-season camper which is why you are having difficulty in freezing weather. If you salesperson told you it was a 4-season camper that is an issue with the dealership not the manufacturer. Also, you say you are a big guy but purchased from the Delta Ultralite light which is 3 inches shorter than the Delta line and 6 inches shorter than other lines. Simply standing in the shower and laying on the bed would have given you the information needed to determine if the shower and bed were large enough for you. Also, the bed is a standard 60" x 80" queen bed so unless you were going for a king size bed the length is normal for a queen. Show less

This was the worst purchase I ever made. Everything that can go wrong has almost gone wrong. Its barely over a year old so we will see. Fireplace replaced, going on our 3rd fridge, 3rd water heater, 2nd rear stabilizer, 2nd front stabilizer, 5 different water leaks (summer), cab door not closing, AC leaking, hub fell off. There is more but whats the point. Kodiak Dutchmen is garbage. Stay away from this company. Its the cheapest thing imaginable. I am pretty sure the workers that built this hate human beings and want to see us harmed, its that treacherous. Fortunately we purchased the extended warranty 3rd party North Star who have been great and it paid for itself entirely 1 month after the 12 months manufacturer warranty expired. We have the full warranty until 2031. I dont know how the warranty company can stay in business covering Kodiak as every time we even look outside the window at this garbage made Kodiak Dutchmen something breaks. I just looked at it and I think the gas tanks fell off now. Gotta go. Show less

Model: 2024 Forest River Salem Cruise-Lite 28VBXL Pros: Family‑friendly floorplan with bunkhouse and king bed Good storage and outdoor kitchen setup Manageable towing weight Cons: Slide‑out malfunctions (multiple failures) Bed collapse and soft spots in flooring Microbial contamination concerns Six extended repair shop visits, leaving us with less than 15 days of use in over a year Warranty and Forest River communication dismissive and misleading Bottom line: The layout is appealing, but the execution has been a major disappointment. Reliability issues and lack of accountability have overshadowed the positives. We cannot recommend this model based on our experience. Show less

I love this little camper! It's comfortable, and has everything we need for our camping style. Very easy to tow. Black/gray tank drain valves are easy to get to . It seems well made, it feels solid with no soft spots. We are completely satisfied with it and can't wait to retire soon so we can enjoy it more Show less