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Tgator1
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Mar 26, 2016

Are Automatic Level Systems Standard on Gas Class A's?

We are looking for an RV that will be easy to set up. We're having a hard time deciding if we should get an older DP, a 2 to 4 year old Gas, or a new or lightly used fifth wheel that has automatic level, a generator and W/D or at least W/D ready. I have a 2500HD Duramax to tow a fifth wheel with, but need to stay below about 12,500 dry to stay within limits.

I've been researching on-line, and can't tell if Gas class A's usually have automatic (hydraulic?) leveling systems. If they don't, what is an average price to install one? If certain brands have them, which ones? I've been browsing PPL frequently over the last few weeks, but have not seen automatic or hydraulic level listed.

We're willing to spend up to $120k for a quality unit with the options we want.

Ideal RV would be 32' to 37' with 2 or 3 slides, generator, auto level, power awning, large gas / electric rv refrigerator, fiberglass roof (don't want another rubber roof!), gel-coat sides also, flat screens (no heavy crt's) sleeping for 5 (grandchildren - 2 girls in 1 bed, 1 boy in another), enough closets for everyone's hanging clothes, w/d as detailed above, large counter space..

Looked at the Newmar site and really like the new Country Star with the utility room in back.

Please let me know what's out there that might meet most of our desires. If necessary, may be willing to add auto level or other options after purchasing RV. Will consider any of the 3 types: DP, Gas A or fiver!
  • Are you wanting a fully automatic unit, or just a leveling system? Our friends have a 15 Fleetwood Bounder and that has an automatic system. Really even the manual systems are not hard to level. Ours for instance, once you are parked, just turn the system on 1st level from side to side then front to back if needed and your done. There are light indicators on the control pad that indicate what needs to be leveled. It really is easy. Good luck and hope you find the coach that suits your needs.