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Rick_Jay
Aug 17, 2015Explorer II
ArkTerry,
I can't comment directly on any of the units you listed, but as a general caution, I would find out what the weight of each rig is from the factory and figure out how much weight you'll be adding. Two and three slide models are going to add the pounds up quickly. A 22,000 lb. GVWR chassis will really be pushing it with that many people on board, plus food, water & stuff.
My other suggestion is that if you're actually travelling with 8 to 10 people on board you should have that many seating positions with seat belts. THAT may be tough to find. Our dual sofa rig came with 12 belted positions (passenger, driver, 2 sofas (3 each) plus 4 at the dinette) but that is unusual. In addition, with that many bodies on board, you have to be aware of weight limits as well. Dealers usually won't install additional seat belts citing liability reasons. However, you can find the parts you need at GotBelts.com. You'll probably need the longest lengths available, plus they have the mounting hardware too.
We've done 8 & 9 people in our (single bath) rig without much trouble, though it does get cozy...especially when the aging golden retriever was in the mix. :) Sleeping bags and/or air mattresses on the floor work fine too.
By any chance, have you looked at any of the Super C's? They might have something which better accommodates your needs.
Good Luck in your search.
~Rick
I can't comment directly on any of the units you listed, but as a general caution, I would find out what the weight of each rig is from the factory and figure out how much weight you'll be adding. Two and three slide models are going to add the pounds up quickly. A 22,000 lb. GVWR chassis will really be pushing it with that many people on board, plus food, water & stuff.
My other suggestion is that if you're actually travelling with 8 to 10 people on board you should have that many seating positions with seat belts. THAT may be tough to find. Our dual sofa rig came with 12 belted positions (passenger, driver, 2 sofas (3 each) plus 4 at the dinette) but that is unusual. In addition, with that many bodies on board, you have to be aware of weight limits as well. Dealers usually won't install additional seat belts citing liability reasons. However, you can find the parts you need at GotBelts.com. You'll probably need the longest lengths available, plus they have the mounting hardware too.
We've done 8 & 9 people in our (single bath) rig without much trouble, though it does get cozy...especially when the aging golden retriever was in the mix. :) Sleeping bags and/or air mattresses on the floor work fine too.
By any chance, have you looked at any of the Super C's? They might have something which better accommodates your needs.
Good Luck in your search.
~Rick
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