Downsizing from a Class A

We went from a 31' 5th wheel to a 24' MBS and don't regret it at all. People always talk about lack of storage being an issue, and I suppose it could be, if you are used to taking everything and the kitchen sink with you on a trip in case you "may need it", but never do. We travel anywhere fro a few days to 4 or 5 weeks at a time and have yet to use everything we take with us. Yes, you do have to plan a bit more based on limitation of space based on what layout you have and total weight capacity. We have the propane generator and use it occasionally to charge batteries or zap some baking potatoes in the microwave, but consider it an essential item in a MH. Size wise, the reason we went smaller is it does not limit us on where we can go based on length restrictions. Also, it handles well, like a full sized pickup, so if you don't have a toad, getting in and out of parking lots is not a hassle for touring or grocery shopping. My only suggestion, if you are looking cat the 24 foot models, is to seriously consider the diesel vs gas option, and really study the layout of the coach along with how much storage you have in the basement. Often slide configurations will really take away from basement storage. A good example is compare the Forest River 2400W vs the 2400R as the R model has a great deal more available. If you decide to go to the 29 or 30' range, then you are into a a V10, more tow and weight capacity, and that may be a tradeoff you want to consider based on what style of travel / camping you do. Good luck on your search.

Sounds like a good plan to me but then I just don't like 30ft.+ motor homes for lots of different reasons. Our son went from a 35 ft Class A to a 30 ft. Class A and he's pretty happy even if his 2 daughters decide to go along. We have a 30 ft. Class C. It's about 3 ft. longer than I wanted but we found you have to start giving up features below 30. Can't have all 3; dinette, permanent walk-around bed and couch. Still you might consider a size between what you have and 24.

If you plan on boondocking carefully check out the house battery situation. At a minimum you want TWO 6V golf cart batteries, four would be better. Read this about charging your house bank while driving DC-DC Charging

Again, for boondocking, are you planing on a built in generator or smaller portable ? Personally, I would go with the smaller portable because a built in generator will take up a lot of storage space.

Last, also related to boondocking. What kind of inverter do they offer ? You really want and inverter/charger/transfer switch. No converter required. The DC distribution panel just attaches to the house batter bank with a fuse. Better ones have separate inputs for shore power, generator and solar. Inverter/charger/transfer switch means as long as you have adequate battery, generator or shor power, you will have both DC and AC power and the source will be switched automatically !

Downsized to a Winnebago Minnie Winnie 22R two years ago with no regrets. The primary reason for downsizing was to eliminate having to tow a toad. We are no longer confined to the right lanes and having to drive at lower speeds. We use the moho itself as a toad, including sightseeing within the parks, and have found suitable parking spaces that can accommodate 24' RVs most of the time.

The smaller size moho has allowed us to stay in places that would not have been possible with a larger RV. We were in Glacier National Park recently and were able to get campsites that could accommodate small RVs or tents.

As far as the ride quality and handling, the wife and I find it to be better than the Class As we've had in the past. As someone else mentioned, the holding tanks are smaller so you have to be mindful of that.

When going to a C, watch your holding tank capacities for boondocking. And the same for your batteries. Most of them only hold two house batteries and it's hard to add more with the limited storage.

Bill

My wife and I just downsized from a 33' Bounder class A to a 28' Thor Chateau Class C. Have only spent two nights so far but already feel it will be easier to drive and use. We downsized for the same reasons you describe. Looking forward to getting into campsites that we could not try before.