Newbie wants your input before buying used
Hello all, Been a lurker, but this is my first post. Never owned an RV...but have borrowed a truck/camper, and decided that we liked it enough to consider buying, but didn't like the separatio...
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Justme47: Water leaks with the frequent hidden rot and mildew sound the death knell for most RVs, unless you have the time, skill and talents of DaHose to repair. My opinion would be to keep looking.
With respect to length, how do you expect to use your RV most of the time? If you are like many who like to boondock in out-of-the-way places, length may be a factor. There are sites with size limitations, especially in Forest Service areas or remote locations. If you're planning to cruise Interstates or stay in commercial campgrounds, length (27 vs 24 feet) is less of a factor. Our first RV is 27 feet long and it did not take long to get used to it. You just have to remember, with any RV, to watch and adjust for tail-end swing, especially at gas pumps.
Finally, make sure you know and understand the weight ratings of any RV you are considering. The Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity (OCCC) of any RV tells you the maximum weight of people and stuff you can carry in the unit. One cannot always fill available space in the RV. It is the weight of things that matter, not space. With 3 children, you will definitely want to be safe and avoid over-loading. The weight of slideouts and leveling systems subtract from your OCCC.
Best wishes for success finding your RV. Bob
With respect to length, how do you expect to use your RV most of the time? If you are like many who like to boondock in out-of-the-way places, length may be a factor. There are sites with size limitations, especially in Forest Service areas or remote locations. If you're planning to cruise Interstates or stay in commercial campgrounds, length (27 vs 24 feet) is less of a factor. Our first RV is 27 feet long and it did not take long to get used to it. You just have to remember, with any RV, to watch and adjust for tail-end swing, especially at gas pumps.
Finally, make sure you know and understand the weight ratings of any RV you are considering. The Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity (OCCC) of any RV tells you the maximum weight of people and stuff you can carry in the unit. One cannot always fill available space in the RV. It is the weight of things that matter, not space. With 3 children, you will definitely want to be safe and avoid over-loading. The weight of slideouts and leveling systems subtract from your OCCC.
Best wishes for success finding your RV. Bob
