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Prime Time RV LaCrosse Travel Trailer

Average Rating: 

3   ( 5 Reviews)

The Prime Time LaCrosse travel trailers delivers it all! These units feature the very best price point without sacrificing what you need and want. The Lacrosse brand brings you quality that you deserve, comfort, luxury, and conveniences that you desire! With its unmatched storage, residential appeal, and attention to detail throughout, you will know once you step inside that you have a new home away from home.

The exterior comes outfitted with a universal docking station, an electric LED-lit awning, heavy-duty slam-latch baggage doors, a doggy "D" ring to secure your pets outside, and a Winegard 360 Air 5G antenna. There are quite a few appliances that you'll find yourself using just about every day, like the large 50" LED TV, the AM/FM/Bluetooth soundbar with HDMI pass-through, the three burner cooktop and 30" microwave oven for all of your cooking needs, plus a 30,000 BTU high-capacity gas furnace and two 15,000 BTU air conditioners so your inside temperature can keep your comfortable both day and night. 

With the Prime Time LaCrosse travel trailer, luxury and value are no longer contradictory because they have been combined into one excellent RV!

Travel Trailer

• Length: 38 ft 2 in
• Weight: 8839 lbs

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• Weight: 8963 lbs

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• Weight: 8723 lbs

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LaCrosse Features:

Standard Features (2025)

Interior Camping Package

• Tankless Water Heater (55,000 BTU)
• Hidden Cabinet Hinges
• Slow Close Drawer Guides
• 12V Refrigerator
• Gas Cooktop
• Electric Oven
• 30" Microwave
• Solid Surface Galley Countertops
• LED Interior Lights
• Stainless Steel Galley Sink
• Ducted Air Conditioner (15,000 BTU)
• Second Air Conditioner (15,000 BTU)
• LaCrosse Switch Panel

Exterior Camping Package

• Eternabond Construction
• Fiberglass Front Cap
• Fully Enclosed Underbelly
• Roof Ladder Bracket
• Enclosed Docking Station
• Outside Shower
• Slam Latch Baggage Doors
• Pwer Awning w/LED Lights
• Exterior Speakers
• Power Tongue Jack
• Power Stabilizer Jacks
• Solid Stance Entry Steps
• XL Grab Handle
• Aluminum Wheels
• Spare Tire w/Carrier
• Slide Topper Prep (select slides)
• Battery Disconnect
• Black Tank Flush

Technology Package

• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Prime Control (Bluetooth Interface)
• Side Camera Prep
• Backup Camera Prep
• WiFi Booster and 5G Prep

Solar Package 

• 200W Solar Panel (Roof Mounted)
• 40A MMPT Charge Controller
• Solar Disconnect Switch
• Inline Fuse

LS Package (ONLY 3500DB, 3501BH)

• Whisper Air w/Race Track Ducting
• Tinted Windows
• Flush Floor Sofa/Dinette Slide

Exterior Features and Equipment

• LED Lit Electric Awning
• Electric Stabilizer Jacks
• 50 AMP Service
• Universal Docking Station: Solar Prep, Battery Disconnect, Outside Shower With Detachable Hose, Black Tank Flush
• 1“ Thick Oversized Baggage Doors
• Heavy Duty Slam Latch Baggage Doors
• Magnetic Baggage Door Catches
• Aerodynamic Fiberglass Cap w/Rock Guard
• 30” Friction Hinge Radius Entry Door
• Folding Entry Grab Handle
• “Solid Step” Fold Down Entry Steps
• EZ Tow Wide Track Suspension
• LP Bottle Cover
• Exterior Bottle Opener
• Doggy “D” Ring (Pet Securement)
• Detachable Power Cord
• Extended Drip Spouts
• LED Hitch Light
• Omni Directional TV Antenna
• Easy Access Low Point Drain Valves
• TST Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Winegard 360+ Air 5G Antenna
• 200Watt panel and 40AMP controller

Interior Features and Equipment

• Modern Slab Style Cabinet Doors
• Solid Wood Core Cabinet Framing
• Predrilled And Screwed Cabinetry
• Hidden Hinges on Cabinet Doors
• Ball Bearing Full Extension Drawer Glides
• Premium Vinyl Flooring (Fully Glued Application)
• Solid Surface Kitchen Countertops
• Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink
• Free Standing Dinette and Chairs
• Asymmetrical Design Passage Doors
• 64” Sleeper Sofa
• Theater Seating (Some Models)
• Oversized MAX Living Room Slide Out
• 82” Interior Ceiling Height
• “Walk-In” Slide Out Ceiling Height
• Recessed Can Lights Throughout
• EZ Winterization Hook-Up
• Washer and Dryer Prep (Some Models)
• Drawer Glides
• King Bed Slide (Master Bedroom)
• Dual Wardrobes
• TV Prep (Master Bedroom)
• Solid Pocket Doors
• Underbed Storage With Struts
• Upgraded Bedspread
• Bedroom Heat And A/C Vents
• Built In Bunk Ladder (Bunk Model)
• 110V Outlets
• Reading Bench (Some Models)
• Shower Surround
• Skylight Over Shower
• Glass Shower Door
• Porcelain Toilet w/Foot Flush
• Power Vent Fan
• Wood Medicine Cabinet w/Mirror
• Premium Vinyl Flooring
• Heat Duct and A/C Vent
• Solid Surface Countertops
• Stainless Steel Sink
• Drying Rack Sink Cover
• Stainless Steel J-Spout Kitchen Faucet
• 17 cu. ft. 12V Refrigerator
• 22" Electric Oven
• 50” LED TVs
• AM/FM/Bluetooth Soundbar w/HDMI Pass-Through
• 3 Burner Chef’s Collection Cooktop
• 30” Microwave
• Large Electric Oven
• 16.2 Cubic Foot Glass 12-Volt Refrigerator
• 15,000 BTU Air Conditioner
• 30,000 BTU High Capacity Gas Furnace
• Flex Temp Tankless Water Heater
• Free Standing Table w/4 Chairs (Mandatory)
• 15,000 BTU Drop-In A/C (Mandatory 3411RK, 3375FE)

See us for a complete list of features and available options!

All standard features and specifications are subject to change.

All warranty info is typically reserved for new units and is subject to specific terms and conditions. See us for more details.

Due to the current environment, our features and options are subject to change due to material availability. 

Manu-Facts:

In 2009, a few RV industry veterans with over 100 years of combined manufacturing experience decided to form a new company—a company that would allow us to better connect with our dealers and customers. We wanted to build an RV that EXCEEDED our customers’ expectations.

We simply wanted to do it better.

Eleven years later, Prime Time Manufacturing is proudly building a full line of towable RV products to meet the needs of experienced, casual, and first time RV customers alike. In that time, our unwavering commitment to quality and a customer-first service philosophy has easily made Prime Time Manufacturing North America’s FAVORITE RV Company.

Because quality matters, we chose to locate our company in the heart of northern Indiana’s Amish community, where craftsmanship, work ethic, and commitment to integrity are still a way of life. In that tradition, we recently renewed our commitment to quality with an even more rigorous quality system that we call the Customer Assurance Inspection (CAI).

Simply put, before an RV is cleared to leave our site, it must first pass a 125-point checklist. Our skilled technicians review every model from top to bottom, both inside and out. We check and double-check the entire unit, from water tanks to the electrical system, roof to underbelly, kitchen appliances and countertops—and everything in-between.

In recognition of our commitment to quality, Prime Time Manufacturing has been recognized with several prestigious industry awards, such as The National RV Dealers Association (RVDA) DSI Quality Circle Award and several “Best of Show” awards from RV publications. Simply stated, “No one does quality better!”

Also, as a division of Forest River, Inc., we are positioned to grow well into the future. Not only is Forest River one of North America’s largest manufacturers of recreational vehicles, but it is also a Berkshire Hathaway company. This provides several benefits to our customers—such as the unmatched purchasing power that brings the highest value to every unit we build. Our financial strength is your assurance that we will be here to serve you for years to come.

Our dealer network stretches across the US and Canada, so our products are most likely available at a dealership near you. However, if your travels take you through Wakarusa or you simply want a closer look at how we build our RV’s, please visit us for a factory tour. We look forward to seeing you!

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Prime Time Crusader Problems and Reviews (Is It a Good RV?)

• June 26, 2023 /
• By James V.

Keep in mind. When we discuss the different problems that come with the Prime Time Crusader RV, these problems may not be company-wide but individually based. You may get a lemon or you may not.

Some of the individual problems have been slides cutting the floor when extended or retracted, cracks in the gel coat, black water flush not working, hard to refill the fresh water tank, and more. But are these company-wide issues?

To learn the answer to this question and find out if the Prime Time Crusader is a good RV or not, just keep reading our article. It examines this company and its RVs to provide you with the best information possible so you can make an intelligent purchase decision.

About Prime Time Manufacturing

This is the name on the company’s website and it comes with the usual start up story. In 2009, a group of experienced industry executives formed a new company that focuses on building 5th wheel and travel trailers.

They say that before any trailer leaves its plant, it must pass a 125-point inspection. The website also says that they care about quality. This all sounds good if it were an independent start up company.

The About page does not mention when it became a division of Forest River but that association may be the reason why owners are experiencing a lot of problems with the units they bought.

The good news about this association is that if you buy your trailer from this company, you have access to their vast Forest River dealer network as well as the FROG program. Membership is free in the Forest River Owner’s Group and there are 165,000+ members.

You also have access to the dealer rejection attitude. That is when you buy your trailer from one dealer and others will not service it because you did not buy it from them.

Prime Time Crusader Problems

This is a tricky subject to delve into as all RVs, no matter who makes them, will have issues. Some will be major and others not so much. The word so far is that Prime Time does seem to do a better job at handling repairs than other Forest River associated companies.

There are different common problem lists for this company’s trailers and we chose the one that was the longest. These problems are different from the individual issues other owners may experience and may be company-wide.

1. Poor paneling installation and ceiling issues- you may have to re-install the paneling and repair gaps in the ceiling

2. Decals can fall off- this may be due to harsh scrubbing on your part. To avoid this wash your trailer firmly but gently

3. The microwave door gets stuck- could be an opening button issue and that would need to be replaced

4. Uneven insulation- if not under warranty you may need to install heat curtains in those areas.

5. Fender cracking- the source here may be that the fender skirt screws are too tight

6. Bamboo mattresses may be too firm- a matter of preference and use a top cover to help provide comfort

7. Countertops have scratches- a little sanding on your part may fix this issue

8. The table top is warped- replace the top or add glass to cover it

9. Endcap fades- this is supposed to have a 30-month warranty so you may be able to have it re-painted for free by the company (source for the problems and some of the solutions)

These common problems we think are company wide. The following is a list of some of the individual issues you may face after you purchase this RV brand:

The black water tank sensor is not wired properly, Cable TV is not connected correctly, the black Darco wrap wears too quickly, slides damage the floors during operation, the black water tank does not work, the freshwater tank can’t be refilled, pipes leak, water heater stops working due to a problem with electricity, doors do not open easily and get warped fast, and so on.

This list can go on forever and if you want more individual issues, click this link. It takes you to the Prime Time forum on the Forest River discussion website.

Who Makes Prime Time Crusader Camper?

According to the About page on the Prime Time website, this company is a division of Forest River. The company may have been independent when it was formed in 2009, but Forest River bought it out only a few years ago.

This change in ownership may be the reason for so many owners experiencing the individual and common problems listed above. We can’t be sure but it is a possibility.

The word is that Prime Time may have some independence and their customer service has been reported as well above average. The company is supposed to operate a 24/7 customer call-in service as well as in-person customer service.

But in the end, the quality and production of these 5th wheels and travel trailers will be the result of Forest River and Berkshire Hathaway policies. The latter company owns Forest River.

Is Prime Time Crusader a Good RV?

These 5th wheels and travel trailers will be as good as the construction build made them. This is not a cop-out but identifying the actual problem with this or any RV model or brand.

You will find that corners may have been cut, items may not have been installed correctly, and the overall construction could have been done better. But not all models from this company will experience this type of construction process.

Some will be put together perfectly and you will not experience any of the problems listed above. The answer to the question then is yes and no. It will depend on if your model was built right or not.

According to their website, the company is heavy on quality. That means they want to produce top-quality luxury trailers for their customers. The reality just does not match the claim all the time.

In the end, whether these RVs are good or not will be up to you to decide. If you do not experience many of the woes that other owners experience, then you have a good 5th wheel or travel trailer.

Prime Time Crusader Reviews

One RV website created an interesting yet humorous review about Forest River Prime Time Crusader 395BHL's fifth wheel. The site said this 5th wheel trailer was a carbon copy of a Winnebago model and it seemed like the two companies basically photocopied the trailers and made the same thing.

While the two companies use the same appliance manufacturers, the Prime Time option used higher-grade products to give their customers top-of-the-line features to use.

Another reviewer stated that Prime Time has used innovation, thinking outside the box, to create a well-constructed luxury trailer. The company only makes 5 trailers in total with 2, including the Crusader, being 5th wheel models.

One owner who experienced some of the individual problems above said their trailer was okay. Not great but just okay. Another owner has stated that the company wants to repair his trailer for him but it needs to come back to the factory to get that done.

He is pleased with that request but his overall impression is that it is not a good RV to own. Then on RV Insider, the review website for all RVs, this brand only received a 3.0 out of 5 stars. Only one category got a 4.3 rating and that was for the floor plans.

The other categories received under 3.5 stars with the factory warranty only getting 1.5 stars.

Prime Time Crusader 382MBH

The company website lists this as a 2022 model and we did not see it listed under the 2023 model year. The website only lists the two years. There is supposed to be a 2021 model but as we said it is not listed on the company website.

This model is supposed to provide you with 3 slides, a large king-sized bed in front, and bunk beds and entertainment are in one of the slides. It weighs just over 13,000 pounds UVW and has a hitch weight of 2,298 pounds.

There is an outdoor kitchen but the indoor option is in the second slide. The black water tank is the smallest at 39 gallons, the freshwater tank is next at 54 gallons and the gray water tank is built to hold 73 gallons.

The 2021 model is the exact same as the 2202 model for floor-plan.

Prime Time Crusader 395BHL

This is listed in both the 2022 and 2023 model years and the same floor plan is in both models. This is an almost 42-foot 5th wheel that comes with 2 bedrooms. One in front is the king-size and the one in back is the queen with a loft as well.

The overall weight is almost 12,000 pounds with a hitch weight of 2175 pounds. In this model, the black and gray water holding tanks are the same size at 73 gallons and the freshwater tank is built to hold 54 gallons.

3 slides are a part of this model and you can buy it with a 15 or 11-foot awning. There is a small outdoor kitchen and a small indoor one that is placed on the third slide.

2012 Prime Time Crusader 320RLT

This is the smaller 5th wheel option and used it is going for almost $50,000. The floor plan looks like it also has 3 slides but at just over 36 feet you do not have a lot of room to work with.

Its weight reaches slightly over 10,000 pounds and has a hitch weight of 1708 pounds. The holding tanks are smaller as well with the gray water tank at 70 gallons, the freshwater tank at 60 and the black water tank at only 35 gallons.

This is a one-bedroom unit that is well-designed with lots of living space inside. What features you will get will depend on the original owner’s order.

Download The Prime Time Crusader Owners Manual

If you own a 2015 or newer model, then you can get an interactive owner’s manual at this link. This link takes you to the company’s website and the manuals page is divided into 5th wheel and travel trailers.

That website also has a separate components manual web page or web pages where you can find the manual for the different components included in your 2015 or newer trailer.

We did not find any other manual website advertising that they have copies of. You may be limited to the Prime Time website or even the Forest River website to find an owner’s manual.

Finding Prime Time Crusader Parts

This is a Forest River company and that means this company will follow Forest River parts policies. In other words, replacement parts are only available through Prime Time Dealers as well as authorized parts outlets only.

When we checked for parts on the Prime Time website, we were sent to the Forest River page describing their policy and how dealers were free to refuse to do repairs, etc.

We did find one RV parts company that advertises that they have parts for a variety of Prime Time RVs. They are called Myers RV Center and they do sales, parts, and so on. Click on the name to go to their website.

Some Additional Words

This may have started out as a top-quality independent company for 5th wheel and travel trailers. But once Forest River bought them out things may have changed.

No matter what item you will buy it is always a gamble that you do not get a lemon. These RVs may be good but there are enough problems to influence people to go elsewhere for their trailer.

If the price is right, you may luck out and snag a great 5th wheel or travel trailer. They are worth checking into and considering.

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