Class A versus 5th Wheel for Boondocking
Hi All Right now, we are trying to decide on whether to buy a Class A or a 5er. I've read a lot of other posts that compare the pros and cons of each but there's one area that is not commented on i...
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Have had a 5er toyhauler towed by a 2500 4x4 duramax and now a 40 ft diesel which tows a jeep Rubicon. Motorhome has 78 gal water, and about 40 gal black and grey each. Water rarely is the problem, black water is. We can stay out 10 days for 3 people navy showers. Usually it's about 7. Keep in mind tho we're a riding crew. (Check my profile) My 5er had a generator and 105 gal of water. You can make either work well for you. Done many dirt roads on my 40 ft.
Difference is when you drive and price. No matter how you slice it a diesel motorhome and decent towed car costs more than a decent 5er and diesel truck. The motorhome is more stable and for me more fun to drive than a 5er. You also need to decide what you want to drive when NOT moving your house. I loved that duramax truck, but it was nowhere near as convenient nor capable as my jeep.
I don't know if you are buying for use in Britain or here. Generally, the better boondock areas are accessed by smaller vehicles, tho' I've done alright. For less than $35-40k you can buy a nice used truck and 5er. You'll get good service from them and experience to tell you later what you really want and how you really use it. If bought right you won't lose much if you decide to sell and buy something else .
Difference is when you drive and price. No matter how you slice it a diesel motorhome and decent towed car costs more than a decent 5er and diesel truck. The motorhome is more stable and for me more fun to drive than a 5er. You also need to decide what you want to drive when NOT moving your house. I loved that duramax truck, but it was nowhere near as convenient nor capable as my jeep.
I don't know if you are buying for use in Britain or here. Generally, the better boondock areas are accessed by smaller vehicles, tho' I've done alright. For less than $35-40k you can buy a nice used truck and 5er. You'll get good service from them and experience to tell you later what you really want and how you really use it. If bought right you won't lose much if you decide to sell and buy something else .
