WDH compared to 5th Wheel
The wife and I are looking at buying our first camper. We've found a few floorplans in our price range, some TT's and some 5ers. I'm aware that each has their pros and cons. I actually really like the...
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Long trips, involving a lot of highway driving...5th wheel is the way to go. They do NOT buck or wiggle as much as a TT. It is a better way for the trailer to become "one with the truck". They also have a large basement for all that "camping gear" you mention.
Short weekend, occassional week trips...get the trailer with the floor plan you like. If you stay at about 80% of your trucks towing/payload capicity, then add WDH/Anti-sway, you will not be disappointed.
I think people insist on 5ers when they push the envelope on the weight issue. You can get away with going heavier with a 5er more safely then with a TT.
Short weekend, occassional week trips...get the trailer with the floor plan you like. If you stay at about 80% of your trucks towing/payload capicity, then add WDH/Anti-sway, you will not be disappointed.
I think people insist on 5ers when they push the envelope on the weight issue. You can get away with going heavier with a 5er more safely then with a TT.
