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SDcampowneroper
Aug 02, 2020Explorer
Scott, it depends on many factors only you can answer when you look in the mirror. I hazard to guess that a shorter diesel A will give you the best bang and value over time. Fuel cost will be less with diesel over gas, that depends on mileage driven. Many do not drive more than a few k's / yr. The more miles, better to go diesel.
For dispersed camping you want high capacity tanks, batteries, a genny, maybe solar, Propane or Diesel powered heater and genny.
Also you have to consider your itinerary. To follow the seasons in prime areas camp fees will be higher.
A couple weeks dry camping at the Q (if you are new look that up as Quartzsite, Az.) soon teaches value of hookups unless you are a handy, proactive person.
Rv live is not cheap. It is freedom. it is a new sunrise or sunset wherever you decide to be that day.
For dispersed camping you want high capacity tanks, batteries, a genny, maybe solar, Propane or Diesel powered heater and genny.
Also you have to consider your itinerary. To follow the seasons in prime areas camp fees will be higher.
A couple weeks dry camping at the Q (if you are new look that up as Quartzsite, Az.) soon teaches value of hookups unless you are a handy, proactive person.
Rv live is not cheap. It is freedom. it is a new sunrise or sunset wherever you decide to be that day.
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