Fifth Wheel to Class A Diesel
We are considering trading our Teton Fifth Wheel for a Winnebago Journey 39 ft. We would be interested in any thoughts. No reason to do so, just thinking about it. Teton is in good shape no problem...
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The motorhome will cost more to buy and more to maintain, so you need to figure out what you want it for. If you travel often and don't spend a lot of time in one place, than a mo-ho is the way to go. But if you stay put for months on end, a 5th wheel is a better deal cost wise. IMHO a 35 foot 5th wheel has more (useable) living space than a 35 ' mo-ho. Yiou can tow a small car for running around in and not have to drive a big truck. Yet if you have a need for a big truck, that off sets it. Insurance on a mo-ho is likly more expensive than on a 5th wheeler.
Now, you have to decide if you want a diesel which will cost you 25 % more, either new or used. Again, how many miles do you plan on putting on the mo-ho? There are some very nice 36--38 foot gassers now, and they are OK if you stay out of the hills as they can be very noisy climbing hills. But then, hills are not the bigges part of the trip. The diesel will have better brakes, better suspension, and a Jake or Exhaust brake which is nice.
Me: Two 5ivers, than a 34 foot gasser, than a 40 foot diesel. If one can afford it, the diesel is the only way to go and we are parked way more than we are driving. So,oo didn't really follow my own advice but I LOVE my diesel.
WayD
Now, you have to decide if you want a diesel which will cost you 25 % more, either new or used. Again, how many miles do you plan on putting on the mo-ho? There are some very nice 36--38 foot gassers now, and they are OK if you stay out of the hills as they can be very noisy climbing hills. But then, hills are not the bigges part of the trip. The diesel will have better brakes, better suspension, and a Jake or Exhaust brake which is nice.
Me: Two 5ivers, than a 34 foot gasser, than a 40 foot diesel. If one can afford it, the diesel is the only way to go and we are parked way more than we are driving. So,oo didn't really follow my own advice but I LOVE my diesel.
WayD
