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jffnkrn
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Nov 30, 2017

motor home vs fifth wheel

Getting ready to maybe take the step into full time living. We will still call Arizona "HOME" as family and friends of course are here. I will still work some, seasonally of course weather here or on the road. Downsizing for us will be somewhat of an issue just because their are things to keep and things to be rid of. We now have a fifth wheel / truck which would need to be up sized of course. So Just some thoughts, experiences and constructive criticism welcome. Thanks in advance! Good Luck & Be Safe ! ! !

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  • jarata1's avatar
    jarata1
    Explorer
    Nov 30, 2017
    BB_TX wrote:
    My opinion is that if you travel lots of miles yearly and lots of actual days on the highway, then a motor home makes sense. If you do not travel extensively, or only expect to be actually on the road 10-20 days per year and let the RV sit for the remaining 345-355 days per year, then it doesn't.

    +1 of course
  • Teacher_s_Pet's avatar
    Teacher_s_Pet
    Explorer
    Nov 30, 2017
    janstey58 wrote:
    MH arrival at site process:

    Press Auto Level
    Press slide out extends
    Turn off engine
    Press SATV dish to "on"
    Open residential fridge for cold beer and relax in A/C comfort
    Attach utilities when desired


    Works for us, since we got rid of our 5th wheel in 1981, 6 motorhomes ago. Set up is easy, tear down is quick.
  • janstey58's avatar
    janstey58
    Explorer
    Nov 30, 2017
    MH arrival at site process:

    Press Auto Level
    Press slide out extends
    Turn off engine
    Press SATV dish to "on"
    Open residential fridge for cold beer and relax in A/C comfort
    Attach utilities when desired
  • Edd505's avatar
    Edd505
    Explorer
    Nov 30, 2017
    Motor Home you'll need a toad to trips to the stare, site seeing ect of pack up everything and use the MH. Two engines to maintain. Likely less sq footage than a 5W.

    5W tow to camp spot, drop and use truck for what you want to do and you don't have to pack until you move. 1 engine to maintain.

    JMHO
  • DutchmenSport's avatar
    DutchmenSport
    Explorer
    Nov 30, 2017
    Just curious, why would you need to "upsize". Couldn't you just continue using your current outfitted rig? Now, if you are wanting to move into a MH, then there is your difference.

    I see 2 choices: Keep what you currently have, or go Motor Home.

    (I think you want to go Motor Home though ... I just get a feeling from your post). (Keep your current tow vehicle for a toed with that new MH). :B
  • rr2254545's avatar
    rr2254545
    Explorer
    Nov 30, 2017
    BB_TX wrote:
    My opinion is that if you travel lots of miles yearly and lots of actual days on the highway, then a motor home makes sense. If you do not travel extensively, or only expect to be actually on the road 10-20 days per year and let the RV sit for the remaining 345-355 days per year, then it doesn't.


    Excellent advise - MH about double the cost of a 5th wheel - does not make sense for it to sit
  • BB_TX's avatar
    BB_TX
    Nomad
    Nov 30, 2017
    My opinion is that if you travel lots of miles yearly and lots of actual days on the highway, then a motor home makes sense. If you do not travel extensively, or only expect to be actually on the road 10-20 days per year and let the RV sit for the remaining 345-355 days per year, then it doesn't.

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