I have been heavily considering to downsize from my Class A to a Class C, or possibly a B+. My supervisor suggested that I should sell both my RV and Jeep and go with a B+. (Might consider it also)After I got this RV,the first thing that I noticed is that it was too big for me living by myself, but it is a great RV (Damon Challenger) I've always opted for something smaller, and I am considering making the change.For some of you guys that made the downgrade, was the transition difficult? Did some of you stick with newer models, or did you go with older models?

We downsized from a 41' Monaco to a 32' Four Winds 31W. It only took about 3 trips out to get accustom to the smaller size. The ease in maneuverability, the better ride, cheaper maintenance, and the ease of mind makes the adjustment easier.

I would say don't rule anything out at this point. I would start by looking at floorplans and figuring out what length works best for you. Then you can figure out if an older or newer one would work best.I didn't downsize, but I really love the layout of my clipper. It works perfect for me and I have not yet seen a newer floorplan that would be comfortable for me and the way I use the RV. Mine is 21ft and I do not have a toad - it works for the way I use it. Depending on how you use yours, you may be able to go as big as 27ft without a toad, or you may find you need a toad even with a 24ft.

When camping how often do you use your jeep, where do you go in it? Now how would you do that if your only transportation was the B+? Have you considered a smaller A? Some very nice 27 ft Class A's out there. Many people camp/travel without a toad, I was one of them. Sometimes it works, sometimes not.

I travel alone. I down sized from a 36’ Damon Challenger to the 28’ class C in my signature in 2014. I am very happy with the change. Everything from the A went into the C. I use the bed over the cab for storage.The camper takes up two parking places without the toad. The steering is very responsive. The ride is smooth and there are no creaks, groans or rattles. The third time I raise a knee to get in I am standing on the floor. When I stop for gas I just open the driver’s door and get out. The bathroom door swings out and locks. That makes the bathroom much larger. And the list goes on… Not so cool things I live with. No leveling jacks. The step into the shower is tall. The holding tanks are about half the size of the ones on the Challenger. With my big feet getting around the dog house is a pain.Should you decide to make the change. If it is a Ford. Make sure it has the “tow/haul” transmission. I think that was new in 2008 or so.In hind sight, I wish I knew about Cruse America’s refurbished units before I bought.

We are considering the opposite move, haha. We do drive a lot, so it's great to have a small MH and no toad. But also we are beginning to sit in one place a lot. That points us towards a bigger rig with toad. To your question...We had a 23' B+ with no permanent bed. Sleeping on uncomfy furniture got old quick. Now we have a 25' C with a queen bed and the overhead bed. Neither one had/has a slide. If I was by myself, I would get a C with only the overhead bed. Meaning the rest of the floorplan is devoted to living, not sleeping.Like thisOr this

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toedtoes
Explorer III
Jan 30, 2016
I would say don't rule anything out at this point. I would start by looking at floorplans and figuring out what length works best for you. Then you can figure out if an older or newer one would work best.

I didn't downsize, but I really love the layout of my clipper. It works perfect for me and I have not yet seen a newer floorplan that would be comfortable for me and the way I use the RV.

Mine is 21ft and I do not have a toad - it works for the way I use it. Depending on how you use yours, you may be able to go as big as 27ft without a toad, or you may find you need a toad even with a 24ft.
gordonls
Explorer
Jan 30, 2016
We downsized from a 41' Monaco to a 32' Four Winds 31W. It only took about 3 trips out to get accustom to the smaller size. The ease in maneuverability, the better ride, cheaper maintenance, and the ease of mind makes the adjustment easier.

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