which one? class A or Pusher? Why? thanks

r2young3390 wrote:
Im new to this--going to do travel nursing on west coast/south area. Which rv should I buy? A new Class A or a used DIESEL Pusher? I dont think I can afford a new pusher.........and why??? thanks all!!!
Sorry I meant DIESEL pusher..........or a class A gas rv?

r2young3390,
Well, as you can see, lots of answers/opinions. Your dilemma is shared by many folks who are anticipating entering the RV world. There's lots to consider. As has been stated, most diesel rigs do have a better ride. There's a reason for that. It's normally because of air ride suspension. Most gas rigs either ride on coil springs or, the old dinosaur "leaf" springs. The leaf spring versions usually ride the roughest.

Floor plans are a major consideration. Just what tickles your fancy is all up to you. Looking at them in pictures (as in floor plan layouts) doesn't cut it. You have to look at them IN PERSON, to get real feeling for just how the look, feel and apply to your passions.

Obviously the longer the coach, the more room and usable space for all the intended gear you might want to take along. And that includes the outside too.

How much time you spend in the coach on a daily basis could be affected by the size of rig you purchase, diesel or gas. The smaller ones have tendency to cause a bit of claustrophobia. It all depends on a persons/couples demeanor and ability to handle certain situations.

The smaller ones do have some distinct advantages in terms of parking, finding camp spaces, handling in city/crowded type driving etc. But, the smaller ones also have limited towing capabilities too. So, if you plan on towing a toad, a good plan would be to actually KNOW what that toad weighs before you make a decision on make, model, length, type of engine etc.

As stated, there's lots to consider. While the diesel rigs do have a somewhat better ride, it comes at a cost. The tires on most of them are considerably more expensive than their gas counter parts. Brakes are almost a non-issue due to the fact that about 99% of the diesel rigs out there come with a minimum of an exhaust brake which aids tremendously in braking and, lengthening of the time between brake maintenance.

I do my own oil changes on our diesel and yep, it's a bit higher in cost but, not all that much. The oil pan is a 19 Quart pan vs a 7 quart on our previous rig, a 34' Bounder with the V-10.

But, in all reality, the smartest thing you could do for yourself is, go out to an RV show where a bunch of them are being sold together. That way you don't have to drive all over the planet and try and remember what you just saw. You simply walk into and out of each one and can form opinions without the major task of driving to residences and more. And, you can go right back in case your memory is fuzzy on certain items.

Good luck.
Scott