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FLEETWOOD / COLEMAN
FOLDING CAMPING TRAILER - EVOLUTION SERIES
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"Rugged construction and good looks inside and out"

Fleetwood says "If your outdoor lifestyle takes you where roads don’t go and trails end, our Evolution series recreation support vehicles are built to get you and your gear where you want to go. And since you play as hard as you work, you’ll appreciate the amenities you’ll need to comfort your weary body."

Fleetwood Evolution Camping Trailer

The Fleetwood Evolution folding camping trailer comes in 5 arrangements:

Fleetwood Evolution camping trailer E! arrangement

Fleetwood Evolution E2 arrangement

Fleetwood Evolution E3 arrangement

Fleetwood Evolution E4 arrangement

And finally, we show the smallest model - the Cobalt - only 8' box size:

Fleetwood Evolution Cobalt arrangement

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INTERIOR:

 Fleetwood says: "Evolution models sport interiors that are ruggedly functional yet refreshingly comfortable with 2 pull-out beds, a dining area that converts to a third bed, and lots of onboard storage. E3 model shown to represent the series. Interior decor shown is common to all Evolution models."  We think this is a really nice camping trailer with a well thought-out use of space.

Fleetwood Evolution camping trailer interior 

 

"Rugged construction and good looks inside and out"
 
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BillRI have an E1 2006. 2005 I started seeing the bubbles on the interior ceiling also. I took it to the dealer and he has taken photos and sent them to Fleetwood/ Coleman. Appears to be a leak in the caulk outside somewhere. Im still hoping the manufacturer will step up. I know Ill be hit with a large shipping charge.
pauldoes not anybody have the Cobalt? I am considering buying it because of the low weight.
shanewe are in the minority, but we have had several issues with our E2. It's an 07, bought new, and has had some issues. The sink leaked, it was never tightened below, also, the caulk is poorly installed. The toilet shower leaked so bad the first time we used it, more water went on the floor than down the drain. The 110v electrical was a nightmare. None of the outlets had been installed properly, the wires were not tightened to the outlet, so after a coulpe bumpy roads, all the wires pulled out and shorted against them selves. Also, our roof is leaking, to the point it has to be replaced (under warranty at least, but huge shipping fees to Canada). With all these issues, we still love the trailer, and fortunately we've been able to repair all the issues ourselves, so it's just time not money to resolve. I would recommend this trailer, but make sure the roof seams are caulked well (also for those who have evo, maybe redo the caulking on regular basis) and if it's new, take to dealer as soon as issues arise.
Jim Hwe got a o8 EV 2, and have taken it off road many many times. We have had no issues so far, and use it 5 to 10 times a year, sometimes for 10 days at a time. I hoping we dont have any of these issues.
Don in ColoradoWe have had our E1 for 4 years now and love it and where it takes us. I have pulled it behind a Landcruiser and Land Rover and now behind an "06 Rubicon Unlimited. Little heavy for that on the highway but no issues on the dirt. We never have it at a full hook up campground as it is not designed for that. We have taken it through many rough dirt roads and over several challenging river crossings up to top of tires and performed great. The Screen door sucks but have had no issues with the water lines except for the Drain under the sink. I switched it out to a small long narrow holding tank with a hose bib. with more flexible drain hose. Lube your lift and feet screws with Garage door lube and it will perform for many years. have fun.
S. QUIGLEYI agree the screen sucks. It was bad from day 1 but worse since the wind caught it. My husband says I just don't know how to operate it but I think it's crappy. Sink also leaks but otherwise I love it. We use it a great deal.
Skippy DunbarI have a 2008 Evolution E1. I use it several times a year and have never had any of the problems others speak of. I tow mine with a full size Amercan truck with a big V8, so I dont even know its there when I'm towing. I have taken my trailer on rough dirt roads and one 5000 mile road trip. No problems at all....
donI have e2 that I am considering 06 low miles and use, besides all the flaws i have read about,water lines,screen door, other than a function test of the components does anybody have any other advise before the purchase.
The Millers - TexasWe have an E3 2007, love it. Take it camping all the time. The door sucks and broken within the first few trips. The only other complaint is the hot water heater, we had it replaced twice, can get the gas to flow. We decided to go with an electric water heater instead.
DoohWe have an 05 E-1 and have had no problems with any of the above except the screen door. You cannot get the "main" company to ship you one, nor reply and so you need to prepare for that purchase. We camp 8-10 times a year and it is well worth it. But because of poor relationship with the company and getting parts, I will not be getting another Fleetwood when it is time to upgrade. The horror stories of the later models have scared us away.
Mountain CampersWe have the Evolution. We went with the electric crank system--problem!! It has quit completely. Also we have water damage on the rood--inside the camper are little "balloons". Anyone else had these problems?
Matt in UtahI have an E1, 2007 I think. I use it only a few times a year, but it does serve its offroad purpose well. Two recommendations. Install a kill switch on the radio - cost me $10. this will fix the bright light at night problem. Also replace smoke detector. I'm sure I will have to do some of the repairs referenced here but the chasis seems solid.
In IdahoHas Fleetwood corrected these hose and door problems? What model/years were these problems occurring? I'm looking at a 2006 E2 so appreciate the info.
chief_n8dubjust got an E2 & shopping for a generator, don't run a whole lota stuff. The miss's wants to run her hair dryer & curler & maybe a blender now and again. Any recomended sizes?
canoemanWell after 2 1/2 yrs. all the inside water lines had to be replaced due to kinking. The hoses going to outside hose bib kinked and broke. The underside had three kinked hot water lines from factory. Other than that it's a good trailer. Radio is very bright night light, I'm going to change it out. Main water fill line 1 3/8 hose gave up ghost as well.
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