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smcrea's avatar
smcrea
Explorer II
Jul 15, 2013

Traveling in a 5th wheel while driving.

We are at a crossroads as to going for the 5th wheel or a motorhome. This is after having a TT for 4 years.

My wife has a bad back and suffers terribly when sitting for hours in the tow vehicle. Being able to simply lie down is a HUGE benefit to her.

I know that some folks will say DON'T Do it etc etc.. but the fact is that if my wife was able to take a lie down in the 5th while on the move then it would be a decision maker for us.

It looks like most of the modern 5th's have shocks etc and seem to be as sturdy as any motor home. Also I believe that it's also legal in most states.

Is anyone on the forum doing this?

Thanks for the feedback!
  • JRS___B's avatar
    JRS___B
    Explorer
    Jul 15, 2013
    Don't trade back pain for motion sickness. Get a motorhome.

    In a motorhome you are cradled between the front and rear axle on a 100% totally fixed frame.

    In a fiver you are more like on a teeter totter. It doesn't matter if you are in the front end of the teeter totter or the back. The trailer has to be allowed to rise and fall independent of the truck, and so will you rise and fall.
  • rhagfo's avatar
    rhagfo
    Explorer III
    Jul 15, 2013
    Leagle in most state, my wife did it once to see what the dogs were experanceing. Dogs now ride in the truck with us!
  • GENECOP's avatar
    GENECOP
    Explorer II
    Jul 15, 2013
    I am sure people do, get a good set of walkie talkies, not sure if it is legal, I would guess not.
  • wildtoad's avatar
    wildtoad
    Explorer II
    Jul 15, 2013
    It is legal in many states as long as you can communicate and their is at least one exit that can be opened from the inside. I would think a MH would be a better choice under your circumstances or perhaps a tow vehicle that has a back seat where she can lie down.

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