Motor home vs 5th wheel

dubdub07 wrote:
Biggest issue is cost. The overall cost is huge, but compared to the monthly charge of a truck and fifth, it is actually cheaper!

Now, the skinny. Been fivering it for 6 years, loved my FW. NEVER thought I would go to a MH. Until....I drove one. Wow. What a lovely experience. I can drive, take my four kids.....everyone has a space and can watch TV or read or sleep.......and I am so isolated up front. With my huge picture window of America, I can enjoy the view and when I am thirsty or hungry, DW makes whatever I need. The experience is amazing. The toad is the only work, and it is very little work. As long as I can afford it, I will always be in a MH.

WW07

Well said! You also need to compare a diesel pickup with a diesel MH, otherwise gas and diesel don't mix. I went from a 5th wheel, towed by a Powerstoke, for 10 years to a diesel pusher. No comparison. The MH was far more comfortable and quiet. The kids can roam around, watch TV, use the restroom, get a drink, you name it. My wife can fix me lunch and get me a drink with no problems at all. The fuel mileage is about the same and we have more room in the MH. 4 slides. The MH can be very costly if and when repairs come into play. You are talking about a HD truck chassis like those on the road. All in all I would not go back to the 5th wheel.
Good luck!;)