We opted for pulling the fuse. Use our habitat quiz to see which model best fits your adventures. We try to accommodate typical duffel bags or backpacks or sailbags or what have you. We are going to take the Mantis out in about a week and test out the fix. General Notes: endobj After this, B&B RV got it addressed within a week. Can I install a lift kit / different or larger tires? We set it at the factory at ON to avoid this but sometimes it gets switched to OFF despite our best efforts. 3. We had to add this on our own, but it is annoying to pay 30K for a trailer and then have to buy $5 worth of Velcro. We were able to temporarily resolve this issue ourselves. Please call ahead for the schedule. 3 of the 4 issues we had were warranty related and Taxa did work (or is currently working) with us to get those issues resolved. The clock is ticking for Taxa to address these issues. This means that if you have a service issue, you better be ready to take time off of work to be able to get anything done. We have about 2-3 inches between the tire and wheel well. We were testing everything out in the trailer early on and found that the AC was short-cycling on us and not cooling the trailer down. Bunk Beds hold up to 185 lbs each & 76 inches in length. In the end, if you want a Taxa trailer and you have to go through B&B RV, you may want to make sure you have another service center available to do any service work. Either spot, or both. You can put a LOT of stuff up there with the bunks folded up. stream I have heard about an "ambassador" program. Sleeps 2 Adults, 2 Children MSRP: $39,871.00 $43,721.00, Lightweight, but rugged enough to go big. The tires will take some of the abuse, but not all of it. Search Dealers. Make sure you have a jack that can lift your trailer up enough to free up the flattened wheel. He also gave them some feedback on paying attention to detail, both with shipping and instructions. Your coverage will be determined by the insurance policy coverage, please consult your insurance agent. Yes. 9 Taxa Outdoors RVs in Albuquerque, NM. During the winter, we had campgrounds to ourselves some weekends, so winter camping is a big plus. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. 1. B&B RV is far more responsive than Taxa now, we will definitely be using them in the future. Follow along as we take a quick look at the 2021 Taxa Mantis Overland and go over some basics and helpful tips for airing down before your next off-road adve. Travel slowly on dirt roads. After emailing back and forth for about 2-3 weeks, we finally got the parts needed for the repair shipped to us. There are deadbolts on all doors (but they open simply from inside in case of emergency). We think the axel-less suspension needs to be upgraded to a move heavy duty one. Some prefer the best, some middle of the road, and some the lowest cost. You can do it. Eventually we purchased a 6 inch thick memory foam mattress and this works really well. The duration of this Limited Warranty for the plumbing and electrical systems is for a period of one (1) year, beginning on the date of purchase by the original owner/purchaser and ending one (1) year from such date. The third issue we found came about when we had to submit a warranty claim to Taxa about the air conditioning unit. My spouse hates camping but my kids and I love it? B&B RV indicated that this is a known intermittent issue, and our choices were to either warranty the controller or just pull the fuse. This can be any color matched exterior satin touch up paint from Lowes or Home Depot. Your request appears similar to malicious requests sent by robots. The awning does take two people to setup. You need to be aware that you and your trailer are extra long so check twice before you pull back in lane after passing someone (Yes, you can pass someone!). All of these suppose some level of care and preparation on your part, whether casual or because you know you are going somewhere seldom tracked. With both of these methods one washes the surface, tapes off the area to prevent overspray and tries to fill just the area of the scratch. All the windows can be both latched AND provide some air circulation. Some auto part stores have custom spray paint mixing capabilities. The sixth feature of the Mantis that surprised us with how well and quickly it worked is the on-board heater (which combines both the water heater and trailer heater). Is there a 120 V outlet, or do I need an adapter like the one below? Bring any safety equipment you think you might need. The only issue we have is the amount of propane you can go through, the lower the temperature the more propane you go through. We went out on several trips in the Colorado Rockies and never had an issue that wasn't human error. The current setup allows the battery to be kept charged while out using it, but it would take forever to charge the batteries from empty. Yes you can. Can I use a TAXA product? The optional bathroom has been replaced with a place to put a portable cartridge toiletlike the one that I reviewed. Look at the rules of the campground, ask a ranger, look out for signs. In the road is well travelled pull off to the side to let others pass if you are able. Tell us what we are missing and we will work to add the info to future generations of manual! Yes. We hooked up to our city water supply and everything is working as expected and without any leaks. Sign up on oure website. Flexible space to roam. Although they will vary to some degree, all good sites will (a) be level and (b) have a firm, not soft, ground that will support the weight of jacks and/or other support devices. 6. We filled the tank and turned on the pump, but while the pump came on, no water came out. Those of you who like softer cushions read the next question. The Mantis does allows us to go off grid and goes a lot of places. Usually, say for a scratched or damaged area of a panel, getting to a smooth panel again is quite straightforward body filler and sandpaper, etc. There is stuck in mud or sand. Flexible space to accommodate any adventure. We opted for the version without this because we had our own solution for this already. Are there any groups I can join to share my TAXA experiences and learn from others? Some portable brands need to be adapted to work with the Zamp plug. The initial design that Taxa used to attach the canvas to the trailer had major design flaws and had to be redone. We worked with B&B RV to address this issue and they determined the trailer controller was getting confused with truck controller. The second rule is BE PREPARED. Some less intrusive alternatives we have tested are okay for other climates and we would be happy to share our information. If they are on level ground or in a parking lot or garage you can push them around by hand (or a hand and a shoulder shove!). Sleeps 4+ Adults MSRP: $57,874.00 $55,874.00. Book a call with one of our Habitat Specialists. We ended up putting a tonneau cover (a review is coming on this topic) on our Tundra with a Yakima bike rack system. However, on those occasions we were already out camping and had no way of re-priming the pump until we got back home. We are going to replace the stabilizer jack, but the steps we are just going to leave off. We are glad that B&B RV was able to identify their staffing issue and rectify the issues that came along with this. How much does my gas mileage change when I tow a TAXA? Maybe they (or you) can repair your flat tire right there!. Make sure you have followed all the steps in this guide: Fill the fresh water tank as instructed. Taking the last 2 suggested improvements into account, Taxa could also offer an off grid solar package that would expand the solar panel capability (basically add about 1000 watts worth of panels to run the AC), increase the battery capacity to allow people to go completely off the grid, and add a power inverter that would allow you to run the AC and other 120V appliances off of the solar/battery combo. Joe has been trying to get B&B RV to do the repair, but coordinating drop off with B&B RV has been difficult. Clean area to be painted. A Lithium-Ion battery likes to be fully used up before it gets recharged! Once we get to the campsite, we pop the top up the top trailer (this is very easy and quick) and check the bubble levels (that we have added). Oh dear. We drop the stabilizing jacks and then pull out the ARB awning. Folks driving on dirt roads are usually extremely helpful so dont be shy. Considering the price point for the Taxa Mantis, we think the trailer is priced correctly. 3 Taxa Outdoors MANTIS RVs in Orange, VA. Safety lighting (*like on our steps) provides enough light to walk around at night and not get hurt. Also we are always on the lookout for better ACs if you see something out there we will consider it. Have them shout out an exact distance you can travel between you and whatever. We prefer to use GoalZero and like the flexibility for the user to be able to choose which solar option to go with. We designed our trailers to be easy to tow. The Mantis is a 19-foot trailer that has space for four as well as a design that accommodates pets and adventure toys. Your trailer is equipped with a 7-pin connector, which synchronizes the lights of your tow vehicle and trailer, and can connect their respective braking systems. So we have no idea what has changed. If you have expensive mountain bikes, this is a huge issue and should be avoided at all costs. Be sure all jacks have about the same pressure on them. Can I camp with my TAXA at the campgrounds that require a hard sided trailer? Have a fellow camper slow people down if you are changing a tire etc. Argh. While this setup works, it is not our preference. There are scratches and there are scratches. B&B RV indicated that even they are having the same communication problems with Taxa, so at least we weren't the only ones. There is stuck high centered where the dirt road has deep ruts and the high center has caught your undercarriage. In my experience the worst time is for those new to towing is when they pull into a campground after a long drive (with kids). on rear roof deck mounted to tracks and Thule Load Bars a maximum of 165lbs of dead weight Find answers to our most frequently asked questions below. 2020 Taxa Mantis 19' Travel Trailer. Am I allowed to use my TAXA in "tent campsites" or do I need to park near big RVs? Always have enough water and food with you commensurate to the place you are in. TAXA's website says they build trailers with everything you need - and nothing you don't. Looking at the Mantis this statement proves true, in my opinion at least. 11 0 obj See following question for a power usage explanation and worksheet link. To do a force prime on the pump, you have to put a hose in the tank input with a good seal as possible, put your thumb over the overflow hole, turn the pump on, and force water into the system. There were a number of issues we need to have addressed: leaks in the roof repair Taxa did last summer, major leaks around the door to remove the cassette for the toilet (if you have a toilet) and the water pump won't pump water out of the tank. What is the weight maximum on the top bunk of Mantis, and the bottom bunk of Mantis? We dont know. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. You will need a hitch, trailer wiring on your tow vehicle and some method of brake control (in most states). What do people keep in their trailer all the time so they can decide at the last minute to go somewhere? It is rather harder to match the sheen as the Kynar paint on our panels have a baked on finish. You must bring your own water inside unit. They do not attach properly and leaves a potential for leakage. More on that later. Some folks are handy and want to do this themselves. Finishing to an exact sheen match is a challenge for all manufacturers be they our composite aluminum panels, a shiny polished Airstream or even matching whites on a fiberglass sided trailer. 2. B&B RV has made some recent changes to their staff and hired a new service manager. Alternately many auto shops can mix up a special matching color spray paint. Other future products that you cannot get inside might have other rationale! Does my auto insurance or my property insurance cover my TAXA? These are the lowest point on the trailer and thus the most likely to come into contact with "stuff" when you go on rough roads. The Tiger Moth has a shallow roof vent on its roof. During the summer, we mostly cook outside to keep the trailer a little cleaner and the keep the heat of the stove outside. We did opt for the version of the Mantis without the toilet and are using the outside shower with a privacy tent. We do believe that this is a design issue that Taxa needs to resolve. Many people store their vehicles in garages to prevent UV rays from hitting tires or unexpected storms. The working title became the name as we thought how crickets dont bite, are on mountains, in fields, in caves, in deserts, in forests. So we had to contact Taxa and send it back to B&B RV for repairs. The trailer controller was defaulting to always engage the brakes instead of disabling the brakes. Yes, we recommend financing through Rock Solid RV financing or through a dealer. Check for ground clearance if in doubt., get out and look. We ultimately have had to completely disable this on the trailer as our Toyota Tundra has a brake controller. These parts usually have their own manufacturer warranty, but we can still be contacted to get replacements. This seems a bit sketchy to us. Whew. If the roof rack was moved, you could make the bars far enough apart to carry bikes or boats. Our next suggestion would be to add a 2 inch receiver onto the back of the trailer for a bike rack. This is because you hardly every need to access the batteries and we think this would be a better use of storage space. Where can I buy a TAXA Outdoors camper trailer? The capacity of all these types of batteries vary and are easiest to consider relative to their rated Ah (Amp Hours). It is rather harder to match the sheen as the Kynar paint on our panels have a baked on finish. Or, we put yet another National Park sticker on our trailer. Habitat Specialists are available to answer your questions about TAXAs mobile human habitats. *The companies whose products we review have not paid us to provide the feedback. If we had a weekend of cloudy days and little sunshine, this might be an issue. What should I do? Some folks require waterproof containers or carry things that will fall through the holes. The tires follow a similar width as car so easy to maneuver. Every trailer that can be attached to shore power, by law, comes with a power cord. Once we get to the campsite, we pop the top up the top trailer (this is very easy and quick) and check the bubble levels (that we have added). In the case of Lithium-Ion batteries, the power center will charge to a 90% full charge only*. All of our products are wired on the trailer side with a 7 pin male connector. Used 2020 Taxa Mantis Used Travel Trailer in Southwest, Minnesota 56164. 3 Adults in Rooftop Tent MSRP: $15,500.00 $17,850.00, Space to overland. Some people even have smaller tires just for storage. on cargo deck a total load of 400lbs, which any loads on any installed Thule Load bars of TAXA load bridges I recently bought a 2018 Mantis from Taxa Outdoors. Can Tigermoth vent be covered for solar panels? Oh no, I crashed my TAXA! Since this is designed to be a bed, our suggestion is to either provide a real mattress or no cushions at all and let the end-user buy one that suits their needs. The cassette toilet door ended up needing to be replaced, which is on backorder. If you have a specific question send it to us at Customerservice @taxaoutdoors.com and we will answer it and, if common enough, write a new FAQ! These panels have given us plenty of power and since completing the install we haven't had to plug into shore power. Place the blocks on the ground forward of the wheels and tow the unit onto the blocks. Taxa applied Velcro partially around the door and not in the corners. Two of them get you 180Ahs. The third thing that we like about the trailer is the ARB awning. The problem with doing this is that the spare tire is in the way. The first thing we noticed were the cushions on the bed in the rear of the trailer. Go slowly; 2. Generally, owners insurance will cover repairs just like your car with any deductible you may have. If Taxa had paid better attention to detail and did more thorough testing, we could have avoided those issues completely. We so badly want this that we will probably work with a fabrication company to add this to the trailer once the warranty is expired. Yes, you can visit the Factory during Factory tour dates and times. The final issue we had with the Mantis (which we are in the process of resolving with Taxa) is with the corners of the canvas of the tent. So after about a year of owning and camping in the Mantis are we still happy? We love winter camping (especially since there are a heck of a lot less people out in the winter). 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