Just Starting Out
Hello to all, I'm new here and to RVing. Was a moderator on a PC Tech forum that died. Now, I am to old for that. Still have some life left and want to enjoy it. I watched all the Youtube videos I cou...
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Sleepygeek, don't ever be afraid to ask a question on this forum. Most of the answers are useful, some are biased to a particular manufacturer or type of RV. You will quickly learn to sort through the replies.
Since you self-reported as new to RVing, one thought to consider is to attend a large RV show so that you can take your time checking out the various vendors, types of RVs, and floor plans. The largest RV show in the country is in Hershey PA in mid-September. Don't take your check book! Think about how you will use the RV most of the time and use that as your guide to type and floor plan.
Consider chassis. Do you like the Sprinter type, a Ford type (most Class Cs), or a Chevy chassis? Do you want/need a four wheel drive chassis? Do you prefer a rubber roof, fiberglass, aluminum, or other type?
Do you plan to be at campgrounds with services or do you plan to mostly boondock? If you boondock, do you need to upgrade your electrical systems for increased coach batteries, solar systems, and electrical management systems? You should consider the sizes of your fresh water, blank tank, and gray tank if boondocking. Lots to consider. But you are doing the right thing by asking questions instead of just buying a "cream puff" that catches your eyes.
Finally, once you decide on a type of RV, consider renting one for a week or so, and try it out. Do you like driving it? Practice using all appliances and the generator. Practice backing in to campsites. Practice hooking up, leveling, dumping, and unhooking.
Good luck and best wishes for success with your search.
Since you self-reported as new to RVing, one thought to consider is to attend a large RV show so that you can take your time checking out the various vendors, types of RVs, and floor plans. The largest RV show in the country is in Hershey PA in mid-September. Don't take your check book! Think about how you will use the RV most of the time and use that as your guide to type and floor plan.
Consider chassis. Do you like the Sprinter type, a Ford type (most Class Cs), or a Chevy chassis? Do you want/need a four wheel drive chassis? Do you prefer a rubber roof, fiberglass, aluminum, or other type?
Do you plan to be at campgrounds with services or do you plan to mostly boondock? If you boondock, do you need to upgrade your electrical systems for increased coach batteries, solar systems, and electrical management systems? You should consider the sizes of your fresh water, blank tank, and gray tank if boondocking. Lots to consider. But you are doing the right thing by asking questions instead of just buying a "cream puff" that catches your eyes.
Finally, once you decide on a type of RV, consider renting one for a week or so, and try it out. Do you like driving it? Practice using all appliances and the generator. Practice backing in to campsites. Practice hooking up, leveling, dumping, and unhooking.
Good luck and best wishes for success with your search.
