Cruiser by Crossroads // 15" wheels

[rubysamm]

Hi All,
Does anyone have any experience with the Cruiser by CrossRoads?  It seems to be a quality fifth wheel.  The 15" wheels seemed small for the 30' size, Is that a problem or normal size for a 5th wheel.
I'm tossing between rear kitchen or side kitchen, does anyone have any input on that?  I like the 2 side windows you get with a rear kitchen.  However that back window is nice also with a side kitchen.
As always I enjoy any feedback.
Lori

 

[Bayou Talker]

We have owned our Cruiser 29CK for a year now and couldn't be happier. The layout with the center kitchen works very well for our life style. The wrap-around counter keeps the wife from in frount of the TV and gives her lots of room for cooking. We have only had a couple of minor repairs that were taken care of quickly and courteously. If I were going to buy another TT in the near future, you can be sure that the Cruiser 29CK would be at the top of the list.

 

[Gary RV_Wizard]

I'd prefer 16" tires, but 15" is pretty common for that size range. Check the tire weight carrying capacity vs the axle rating - you should have a comfortable margin there. Then check the  axle GAWR vs the trailer GVWR. It has become common for manufacturers to skimp on the axles, making the sum of the 2 (or 3) axles less than the GVWR by a substantial margin. he rationale os that the tow vehicle carries a hefty share of the weight via the hitch. It's true - it does, but that leaves you with only marginal brakes on the trailer (the brakes are rated to stop the axle GAWR only) and an axle that can be severely stressed by a pothole. Hopefully the Cruiser hasn't succumbed to this cost saving measure yet.