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One of your first things to check is to take you VIN from your ram1500 to see what the actual towing capacity really is. Depending on how is set up it may not tow much more than a pop-up or possibly a larger TT. Knowledge is power and it all depends on your cooling system, axle ratio, tires, etc.

Different types of lighting have different frequencies that stimulate the eye and thus the brain. The light therapy I am going to try is using ONLY natural light for 3 weeks at a time. Electric light is a relatively new(in evolutionary time)development, for centuries man lived by fire light(candle, fire, oil lamp)and sunshine. No electronic devices with screens(tv,cell phones, computers etc) allowed either for first week and then during daylight only.

So... have you tried different kinds of lighting? incandescent, flourescent, LED, CFL, halogen, etc. all are very different kinds of light, use different amounts of electricity, and give off different "emissions".

I have heard of people that can't be in natural light, but never heard of issues with all artificial light.

Many thanks for all the good advice. Looks like I am in for a lot more reading. :)
Thank you for the links.
I am sorry to hear that salesmen not to be trusted and I need to be aware of tow ratings independently of what they tell me.

The light therapy involves only natural light, no use of electric light, hopefully syncing with daylight and dark. It is the ambient light from street lights/houses/businesses that need to be avoided and of course no lights on after dark in the house. If it sounds desperate it is! LOL A big reason not to invest much.

You know RVs have lights and electronics too right?
Not sure what you're trying to accomplish. Windows to let in all light but no lights?
And you live in a small town in the middle of the mountains?
Anyway. Winter is a good time to get a deal on a rv and yes rv dealers are prolly just as slimy as car dealers.

Whicotom, you've come to the right place to ask questions. Hope the info you receive is helpful.

Here's a couple of websites that may be helpful for scanning specific types of RVs. They may also help you see the interiors and narrow down your choices.

http://www.rvregistry.com/index.cfm

http://www.rvtrader.com/

Winter time is the best time to look for trailers. Look at gently used trailers a couple of years old for the best bank for your buck. Look for quality manufacturers and go a little older if you need to so you can afford one that is well made.

Never believe what an rv sales person tells you, especially when it comes to the weight a tow vehicle can tow. Many will say anything to make the sale.
Be prepared to travel to find the one that will work for you.

Since you have decided on a trailer, I would go the trailer forum and do a lot of reading. You need to learn how to calculate what a vehicle can tow. You have the weight of the trailer, the weight of the trailer contents (including water if you have water in the tank), and the weight of the occupants of the truck and the truck contents. Do not tow right at the limits of your tow vehicle.
Get a weight leveling hitch with sway control. Those hitches make a big difference in how the trailer tows and make towing much safer. I do not know what vehicle you have to tow with but if you do not want to change the vehicle, it will determine what trailer you can purchase.

Read the past posts on the Trailer forum to see what brands are working well for people.

Take your time and purchase the right trailer the first time. It is expensive to change the RV you have,

Thank you so much!!! I hadn't thought of that. So glad I found RV.net as with just 2 questions I have narrowed my search to just one style. What a relief! It has been overwhelming and I have only till Feb. or early March to make a purchase.

Any other advice anyone thinks would help is greatly appreciated.

Is Nov.-Feb a bad time to shop RV? Are they a holiday purchase? I live in a smaller town and nearest metro area with selection and rv shows etc 250 mountain miles in all directions so I am limited in the amount of looking I can do.
I need windows for lots of light, a bed you can walk up to and ability to use own chairs.
Do used rv sales people have the same reputation as used car sales?
Am I asking in the right place as I have not been on any kind forum before and I am not sure.
So much to learn so little time

You'll probably hear this from several people, but if this is your first foray into the RV world - then buying a 5th wheel as your first RV may not be the best idea. You need a dedicated vehicle with the correct hitch.

You may want to try a TT first, it won't your last as it may take a few configurations before you find the floorplan which works for you.

Gerry

Thank you so much to all. It now makes sense. My preconceived idea, from reading online, was that everyone was traveling around.
I had never thought about rving previously Did some tent camping when we moved to CO when my kids were young, that is not an option for us now.
I want to try a used 5th wheel or travel trailer as this is an experimental treatment for a sleep disorder where I need to be away from all electric light and electronic devices. Since it is experimental and I have to pay for all costs I am reluctant to put too much money into it at first and of course I am not sure if I will like it. :) My hope is that I love it and we can travel around the west where there are plenty of places with no lights and use it for a way to see the rest of the country too the rest of the time.
Any recommendations for brands to start with? We already have a Ram 1500.