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5th Wheel RV assistance
Posted on 8/10/14 at 7:28 pm
Posted on 8/10/14 at 7:28 pm
Looking to get a 5th RV in about a year. Not a small one, nor a large one. Medium size. Used, about 2 to 3 years old. It will be just me, wife and two young kids. To narrow my search, I have a few questions;
What brands I should concentrate on?
Any size is known to be the best?
Any special features to consider?
What dealers in B.R. area should I consider?
What brands I should concentrate on?
Any size is known to be the best?
Any special features to consider?
What dealers in B.R. area should I consider?
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Posted on 8/10/14 at 7:33 pm to Nativebullet
Posted on 8/10/14 at 7:43 pm to Nativebullet
Posted on 8/10/14 at 7:47 pm to Nativebullet
OB would probably yield better results. OT isn't the demographic with knowledge of this.
Posted on 8/10/14 at 7:56 pm to Nativebullet
My in-laws gave us their 5th wheel earlier this year. We have it parked at a campground at the marsh in Miss. It is a 25' Prowler that is 10+ years old.
The only thing we don't like about it is the bathroom. It is very small. The bathtub is so tiny and the water heater is very small so the hot water runs out quickly.
We don't cook in the kitchen, so I can't complain about how small it is.
We just make coffee and toast and that's about it.
The only thing we don't like about it is the bathroom. It is very small. The bathtub is so tiny and the water heater is very small so the hot water runs out quickly.
We don't cook in the kitchen, so I can't complain about how small it is.
We just make coffee and toast and that's about it.Posted on 8/10/14 at 8:02 pm to Nativebullet
Look into the Keystone RV product line. My brother sold them, and he didn't deal with inferior product. Their top 2 models are always in the top 3 for quality in the industry.
Posted on 8/11/14 at 9:09 am to Nativebullet
I own a Wildcat 32 QBSS made by Forrest river it is a mid tier trailer and have had 5 years of good service from it. The Cardinal line by Forrest River is a nice step up. I would think the 25-30 ft range would be a good size to look at. I like the bunkhouse models as they are great for kids.Anything bigger than mine would be a hassle for sure. As far as hitches go i started with a Reese slider but have since gotten a B&W hitch and it is night and day. The B&W is rock solid and comes apart in two pieces making it much easier to take in and out of the truck. If you have a Ford Superduty and have the factory camper prep it is really nice to have a slick bed when the hitch is removed.
Posted on 8/11/14 at 9:22 am to Nativebullet
Don't buy from a dealer and I think crossroad products are the best bang for your buck.
Posted on 8/11/14 at 11:58 am to DeepSouthSportsman
I would not focus on brand too much. Search for the year you would like instead of brand. You will be most likely to find a better bargain that way. Browse PPL motorhomes weekly.
Posted on 8/11/14 at 12:03 pm to Nativebullet
If you can, pay the extra for self leveling. It is one the most important features for the man.
Posted on 8/11/14 at 12:10 pm to Nativebullet
Posted on 8/11/14 at 12:10 pm to Nativebullet
rvtrader.com is a good place to spend time shopping before you make a purchase.
Don't really have a feel for what's good in a mid-range.
I have a 38 ft Sabre and it's plenty big but plenty heavy, too. Make sure your tow vehicle can handle it.
If you have a goose neck hitch that can accommodate a companion hitch, do that. It rides and pulls much better than the true goose neck. Mine is a B&W companion hitch.
I have a 2500HD as my tow vehicle and it's gas. Would really like to have a diesel but that just didn't work out.
Don't really have a feel for what's good in a mid-range.
I have a 38 ft Sabre and it's plenty big but plenty heavy, too. Make sure your tow vehicle can handle it.
If you have a goose neck hitch that can accommodate a companion hitch, do that. It rides and pulls much better than the true goose neck. Mine is a B&W companion hitch.
I have a 2500HD as my tow vehicle and it's gas. Would really like to have a diesel but that just didn't work out.
Posted on 8/11/14 at 12:16 pm to Nativebullet
My wife and I have two young kids also. We have a one year old Forest River V-Cross travel trailer, and the model we bought was mainly due to kid considerations.
One, we got a "bunk house" floor plan, so the kids have their own room at the back of the camper. Second, the bathroom has an exterior door, so we can get to the bathroom in an emergency, such as when we are driving.
Also, we bought ours off of Craigslist.
One, we got a "bunk house" floor plan, so the kids have their own room at the back of the camper. Second, the bathroom has an exterior door, so we can get to the bathroom in an emergency, such as when we are driving.
Also, we bought ours off of Craigslist.
This post was edited on 8/11/14 at 12:19 pm
Posted on 8/11/14 at 1:09 pm to DrewTheEngineer
I had a Keystone Raptor toyhauler and it was a giant piece of crap. Nice, but the thing was a total lemon and Dixie RV service department... what a joke.
All of the lights, awning, jacks etc. could be operated by remote control. Well the control unit went crazy and the jacks let down going down the road. The awning would go in and out at random times. The DC wiring was poor and connections would come loose. The power converter went out. Fridge control board burned up. Heater fan broke. I could keep going but you get the point.
what a joke. All of the lights, awning, jacks etc. could be operated by remote control. Well the control unit went crazy and the jacks let down going down the road. The awning would go in and out at random times. The DC wiring was poor and connections would come loose. The power converter went out. Fridge control board burned up. Heater fan broke. I could keep going but you get the point.
Posted on 8/11/14 at 5:52 pm to BoostAddict
wow, thanks everyone. great information and sites.
Posted on 8/11/14 at 6:01 pm to Nativebullet
quote:You want a bunkhouse. There is no downside. You want a large main slide(dinette and couch). If possible, you want front bath. The outdoor kitchens are nice. What will you be towing with?
It will be just me, wife and two young kids
Posted on 8/11/14 at 6:19 pm to AlxTgr
quote:
What will you be towing with?
2005 F250
Posted on 8/11/14 at 6:51 pm to Nativebullet
You will have lots of options then.
I'll tell you something I miss from my first one. Three tanks. Having galley separate from gray was a pretty big deal. With only two tanks, I have to use the blue portable a lot.
I'll tell you something I miss from my first one. Three tanks. Having galley separate from gray was a pretty big deal. With only two tanks, I have to use the blue portable a lot.
Posted on 8/11/14 at 8:23 pm to AlxTgr
We have a Durango by keystone. Seems to be put together pretty well.
It has 2 slides with bunk beds and outdoor kitchen. The outdoor kitchen is a must.
Just look around. Plenty good deals out there.
Crossroads by cruzer are nice and well built
It has 2 slides with bunk beds and outdoor kitchen. The outdoor kitchen is a must.
Just look around. Plenty good deals out there.
Crossroads by cruzer are nice and well built
Posted on 8/11/14 at 8:27 pm to AlxTgr
I have a 2010 Cameo by Carriage. 36 ft long self leveling, 30 ft slide on one side, two Awnings. Sleeps 4 comfortable.
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