Comparing Class A Cost To Travel Trailers

We also made the switch from a TT to a MH. Many new class C units actually cost less than a similarly configured new TT and new nice truck. There are even class A gas rigs in the same price range. You need to be very careful to not overload a class C. In addition most gas class c units have a max tow rating of 5k which limits your choice of toad. If you go used then your cost will be even lower. The experience however is no comparison. We toured Crater Lake National Park without a toad. We just unhooked from the water and power raised the automatic jacks and off we went. It took less than 5 minutes to disconnect in the morning and 5 minutes to hook back up at night. Our TT took 1/2 hour to 1 hour to be ready for travel, manual boards to level side to side, manual leveling jacks, stowing all the inside supplies etc. I even went to the trouble of installing a 3500 watt generator to the rear bumper of the TT to at least have power when we pulled over somewhere. Anyway touring the park with our two infants and 8 year old daughter was much easier with a kitchen and bathroom. No sani-cans for us! Flush toilet and hand soap. When we needed to eat we simply pulled over and made lunch in the kitchen and ate at the dining table looking out over the park. We had air conditioning so the babies were comfortable and even a place to change diapers. We did this for the entire trip and got to see the whole loop including the side roads. We would not want to go back to a TT. We now have a DP unit because we made a mistake with the size of our family and trying to cram everyone into the 33 1/2' Class C with all our stuff. We had a very difficult time managing the weight and had to leave most stuff at home. However having a motorhome vs. a TT is so worth it. Just be prepared to understand that you do need to manage the engine and house portions just like you would a TT + truck combination. Also, one of the worst things you can do to a motorhome is not use it. Get it up to operating temperature every few weeks. Keep it plugged in if possible. Just as you would any TT you need to ensure you check the roof for leaks, cracks in the caulking etc., run a mechanical dehumidifier to keep it dry inside all the normal RV stuff. Here is wishing you the best in your search.