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Community Alumni
Nov 28, 2017

Looking for a 5th Wheel

I just currently went full time into my 31' Class C. I am looking to "upgrade" to a 5th wheel since I will be living in it full time for many years to come. I am 6'7" and would love the much needed space, especially the head room. I do not want a toy hauler and I would like to stay under $60k. I would like new if possible. I don't want to go too heavy because I would rather not have to upgrade my truck. I currently have a 2014 F-150 STX supercab. I understand I may have to upgrade my leaf springs to equal a F250.

I am in the preliminary stages so the first couple of questions are

1) What brands are notorious for troubles?
2) What are the pros and cons of the rigs you have?

I like the Coachman Chaparral models. They have a lot of headroom, even in the master bedroom. I am also not looking for models that have multiple bedrooms or bunks.
  • donn0128's avatar
    donn0128
    Explorer II
    Nov 28, 2017
    Oh geese. There are really few if any fivers that you can tow without being overloaded. Truck first.
  • IdaD's avatar
    IdaD
    Explorer
    Nov 28, 2017
    What are your axle and tire ratings? The good news is the list of fifth wheels that would work with that truck is probably pretty short so you won't have too much to sort through. Unfortunately that's also the bad news.

    An F150 is a distinct model from an F250/F350. In the latter case the differences range from non-existent to minor and in most cases it's easy to fix any shortcomings. With an F150 you've got a whole different set of components and simply upgrading the suspension really won't do much since you'll still have an F150.

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