New to RVs -- Planning for First One
Hello, I just joined this forum. I'm a former sailor who has made a major change in his future plans -- instead of seeing the world from the deck of a sailboat, I'm going to see the United States f...
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Triton318 wrote:
4. I've pretty much ruled out a motor home, because I will occasionally need to drive a considerable distance to visit family. I would like to be able to leave the "home" where it is, and drive a more fuel efficient vehicle. So I'm considering either a travel trailer or a fifth wheel
Don't overweight an occasional long trip vs. daily flexibility.
As a single traveler needing only high-speed internet I would seriously reconsider a Class C or A motor home <= 26ft. The flexibility of having access to cooking etc. at all times will save money on meals, etc. You can explore without the constraint of backtracking to your towed RV every night. Stay a day, a week or a month (to save on campground fees) Downside: 10 mpg :(
Second choice (best match to your original criteria and price range/value) would be:
BumpyRoad wrote:
I'd suggest considering a TT and put a cap on your pickup to carry/store stuff.
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Grit Dog wrote:
18k budget is doable especially this time of year. I'd look for a nice older Cummins 12v 2nd gen 2wd for around 10k and use he rest to get the nicest 5ver you can find
The older Dodge Cummins diesels get 21+ MPG and are strong tow vehicles, should run 200K+. Rough ride though.
TT: low height makes for easy exploring.
5th: great towing stability, storage and living space. Height can be problematic.
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