Full-timing for 1 year...TT or FW?
Hello everyone. I'm new to this forum, but not new to RVing. A little background: We've owned, in order: 1) Rockwood pup, 2) Skamper pup, 3) Terry Resort 24' TT (really like that Terry) and most recen...
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From a towing aspect I prefer the 5th wheel. As a trucker I feel it gets the load up were it belongs, over the axle. Honestly, it's what I'm comfortable with. I can tell you my "RV rig" behaves better in the wind than some semi's I've driven. The 5th wheel gives you more living space and often have a large "basement" area for storage.
Down size is weight. The 5th wheel will weigh more and cost more than the TT. Due to pin weights of 2,500 - 3,500# depending upon unit you'll need a bigger truck than the TT would require. The 2005 and later trucks have much higher capacities than the pre 2005 trucks do, so if you buy used watch you numbers they change year to year.
There is also size limitations in some State and Federal parks so you might look at that.
Some people due to health issues find the additional steps inside the RV to be an issue. 5th wheels also tend to ride higher and some require an extra step or two to get into.
Good luck and enjoy your trip. I've seen the country through a windshield. Hope one day to go back and stop for a look around :)
Down size is weight. The 5th wheel will weigh more and cost more than the TT. Due to pin weights of 2,500 - 3,500# depending upon unit you'll need a bigger truck than the TT would require. The 2005 and later trucks have much higher capacities than the pre 2005 trucks do, so if you buy used watch you numbers they change year to year.
There is also size limitations in some State and Federal parks so you might look at that.
Some people due to health issues find the additional steps inside the RV to be an issue. 5th wheels also tend to ride higher and some require an extra step or two to get into.
Good luck and enjoy your trip. I've seen the country through a windshield. Hope one day to go back and stop for a look around :)
