Frame, Suspension, & Tires
Just as important as the foundation in your home, Chaparral utilizes superior materials and proven (tested) construction methods, in tandem with trusted OEM suppliers, the best names in the RV Industry.
One Piece (Extruded) I-Beam Chassis w/ Additional Outriggers & Cross Members (TRI-TEX powder coated).
Road Armor® Suspension by Trail Air® (All Chaparral Series!).
Effective Late February 2024: All New! Terran Industries™ Automotive-Grade Axles.
Upgraded Wheels & Tires Including Lionhead’s® 5, 2, 1 No Excuse Guarantee (Limited Lifetime Rim)!
Extruded, Tri-Tex Powder Coated Chassis
Chaparral Reinforced Upper Deck Frame
(Azdel Inside & Out Sidwall, Vertical & Horizontal Lags/Bolts, w/ Sika™ Bonding Agent at Walls
Protective Rear Bumper & 2” Accessory Receiver (300lb. Capacity, No Towing)
Heavy Duty, Gear-Driven Slide Rooms W/ Manual Override (All Main Slides) **No Cable Slides Utilized**
(Select Non-Weight Bearing Slides, i.e. Wardrobe Slides in 30RLS, 30BHS, or FL Sofa Slides may use Shwintek Mechanisms)
The Foundation Breakdown
8”, 10” or 12” I-beam based on the model
TRI-TEX powder coated
2X More resilient to salt spray and humidity
5X Improved weathering, reducing fading and chalking
2X More resistant to chipping and cracking
4X More uniform coverage for increased protection & performance
Enhanced cyclic corrosion score to withstand harsh weather environments
More reinforcement = Additional outriggers (foundation) used to attach the floor to the frame
Additional cross-members provide additional support
Extruded, one-piece construction
Terran Industries™ Automotive-Grade Axles
Chaparral proudly utilizes Terran Industries™ Axles, manufactured to the highest quality standards and backed by a leading 8-year limited warranty!
Robotic precision welding
15% stronger than the leading competitor
Laser & ultrasonic quality control
Anti-corrosion coating
Premium-quality bearings (3-year limited warranty)
Road Armor® Suspension
Road Armor® suspension by Trail Air® is standard on all Chaparrals, providing 360° shock protection while reducing frame chatter by a class-leading 31.7%! Road Armor’s 1/2” HD shackles & wet bolts w/ Zirk® fittings provides added safety and ease of maintenance for years to come.
Road Armor® By Trail Air®
Class-leading Suspension
1/2” HD shackles w/ wet bolts (Zirk® fittings)
360° Road shock reduction (leading + trailing leaf springs), so it’s always engaged
24% More effective than the leading competitor!
Lionshead® No Excuses Guaranteed!
15” radial tires - Chaparral Lites (16” G-Rated 368TBH)
16” radial tires - Chaparral Mids (G-rated on all 7K axles, 15” E-Rated 298RLS)
Aluminum wheels standard, under-mount spare standard
5-year Lionshead® manufacturer’s defect warranty
2-year Lionshead® roadside assistance
12-month Lionshead® “No Excuses Guarantee”
Limited Lifetime Lionshead® wheel warranty