Dayle1
May 15, 2017Explorer II
Searching for a toy hauler
I need to replace my fifth wheel with a toy hauler floorplan. Recently my DW was diagnosed with ALS and for us to continue traveling I need the flexibility of a toy hauler. Don't really want to go with a TT version, but may be forced to.
Anyway my plan is to use the ramp for wheel chair access and put a single bed and handicapped bath in the garage. Will buy used and make the modification as time/health dictates. With limited searching I have found one floor plan that shows some promise, only the bedroom is upstairs, the bath is next to the garage, so for some period of time she could use that bathroom w/o stairs. The specific unit is a Palomino Puma 351-THSS. While it could work, it has limited closet space and some other limitations (I know any unit will be a compromise).
Anyway I would appreciate inputs on other possible brands and models. I would like to stay under 38' and absolute maximum that will fit in my RV garage is 42'. Also need to stay within the limits of my 3500 SRW tow vehicle. Fortunately our son works for a handicapped vehicle converter and can handle the modifications to the truck.
I have ruled out using a MH due to initial cost, conversion costs and uncertainty with length of use.
TIA
Anyway my plan is to use the ramp for wheel chair access and put a single bed and handicapped bath in the garage. Will buy used and make the modification as time/health dictates. With limited searching I have found one floor plan that shows some promise, only the bedroom is upstairs, the bath is next to the garage, so for some period of time she could use that bathroom w/o stairs. The specific unit is a Palomino Puma 351-THSS. While it could work, it has limited closet space and some other limitations (I know any unit will be a compromise).
Anyway I would appreciate inputs on other possible brands and models. I would like to stay under 38' and absolute maximum that will fit in my RV garage is 42'. Also need to stay within the limits of my 3500 SRW tow vehicle. Fortunately our son works for a handicapped vehicle converter and can handle the modifications to the truck.
I have ruled out using a MH due to initial cost, conversion costs and uncertainty with length of use.
TIA