Decisions

And it can be hard to find an expert RV electronics/electrical systems fixer.

More advanced electronics scares the pants of me.

Our 2004 Tioga 26Q Class C fits our basic age 80 needs/wants. It is actually 27 feet long, has no slides to leak or give problems. It has "most of the comforts" of home but does require care in backing into campsites, handling on twisty mountain roads, and has stock Ford E-450 drive train and suspension. The rear springs are stiff and give a harsh ride on cupped interstate highways, I'm looking into Koni "FSD" type rear RV shocks to help soften the ride. We have never towed a vehicle or felt a continued need for it, not wanting awkward parking and backing, etc. Will rent a car if ever really needed. Our rear queen bed is east/west type with access on right and bottom sides only. We use two sleeping bags zipped together so don't have to "make" beds.
The 26Q model was discontinued in 2008 ( I think). It has a large rear cargo area with mounted spare tire and wheel. More recent rigs may have more advanced electronics and comfort features.
You might look into Phoenix Cruiser and Lazy Daze Class C's for best build quality and support.

Just to be clear, it's a bit of hyperbole to suggest that most any class C drives "like a car." Cars are not eight feet or more wide, and accelerate much more briskly, and brake more surely, and turn more sharply and with less tippiness. That's not to discount differences between motorhomes, of course.

My experience with my 32' class C has been that the width takes the most getting used to and is the biggest concern. Tail swing and general maneuverability in tight situations does require some planning ahead in gas stations and parking lots, but is of little if any concern when actually driving down the highway. It is, of course, necessary to drive more conservatively and think a little farther ahead to give plenty of time and space to brake or turn.

Gjac,

If the 24 foot is on the 176" wheelbase, then yes. If not, then no.

My first class c was 27 feet on the 176" and I had zero problems with it.

My current ride is 28'5" and tail swing has been an issue where I've caused damage on six occasions. I did replace the puny bumper after the first incident so fortunately there has been almost no resultant repairs to the RV.

pianotuna wrote:
I think 27 feet is the ideal size. It will drive much like a car. My own RV is a class C of 28'5" and I find the extra length means a LOT more tail swing.

Don, in your opinion will a 24 ft Class C have even less overhang and have a more car drive?

Aadkins101 wrote:
We had the same predicament - the hooking up the trailer became too difficult. We traded our trailer for a 2019 Coachman Leprechaun 210 RS - 24’9. We have had it now for 10 months - no major problems. Love it. We lived in it in FL for 3 months comfortably. We now rent a car if we are going to be in a place for more than a week. For shorter trips, we just drive the Leprechaun to do errands - easy to park. We have no intention of getting a toad. We are finished with towing anything!

We got our C ten years ago. I was tired of sway bar hook-up, along with backing it and parking it. All we do now is pull in level it and plug in the electric. If it isn't simple, it seems too much like work. Ours is a 21 footer, shorter than some pick-ups.
Brian

We had the same predicament - the hooking up the trailer became too difficult. We traded our trailer for a 2019 Coachman Leprechaun 210 RS - 24’9. We have had it now for 10 months - no major problems. Love it. We lived in it in FL for 3 months comfortably. We now rent a car if we are going to be in a place for more than a week. For shorter trips, we just drive the Leprechaun to do errands - easy to park. We have no intention of getting a toad. We are finished with towing anything!

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