Bunkhouse 5th wheels...suggestions

Txfirerescue77 wrote:

Lantley wrote:
I currently have a 39' Bunkhouse with dual opposing rear slides that creates a great bunk room. However I am intrigued by the mid bunk units that allow for a rear living room area. Avoid models with the additional 1/2 bath. The 2nd black tank is more trouble than its worth unless you are full timing.
Also be sure the bunk room is large enough for the kids to do more than just sleep. Give them a place to call their own and hang out.
Lastly the kids are going to grow be sure the beds are big enough to accommodate them getting bigger. They won't be toddlers forever
As my kids have gotten older my bunkhouse days are winding down.
I look forward to buying a rig that won't be a bunkhouse....LOL

What makes the second tank such a pain?

Just the fact that you have to dump 2 tanks makes it a pain.
Instead of having 1 relatively full tank. You end up with 2 relatively empty tanks. Full tanks dump more efficiently than empty tanks.
You now have to clean and maintain 2 tanks vs.1.
I guess the upside is kids can have their own bathroom however sharing the bathroom with the kids ultimately results in less work for me. The 1/2 bath is more trouble than it's worth.
After 10 years of owning bunkhouse trailers I believe the space devoted to the 1/2 bath could be put to better use if you are a weekend camper.
I imagine I am in the minority with this 1/2 bath opinion. However whether you agree with me or not, be sure to consider the requirements of the 2nd black tank. I don't mind the 1/2 bath floorplan. It is the 2nd black tank that accompanies the floor plan that I have grown to despise.
For the record I removed my 1/2 bath toilet and created a great closet that can be accessed from the interior or the exterior.
I do not miss the 1/2 bathroom at all.