Advice for 1st timers - we are looking to buy
We are a retired couple in our mid 60's, live in Southern Cal and would like advice and information on purchasing a PUP. There will only be the two of us using it along with our sweet Border Terr...
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Thanks so much for your advice! We really appreciate your time in sharing your thoughts and experiences.
Visited 2 smallish RV dealers today and came away with much to ponder. There are so many choices out there! Holy smoke, our heads were spinning - but in a good way :)
We were unexpectedly smitten by something we weren't looking for - a slightly used Forest River R-Pod, model RP178. Seems to be just the right size for two adult campers and a dog. The dinette area was super comfortable, not squashed like some of the units we tried out today. The R-Pod does have a toilet/shower combo with hard walls but we were thinking the shower may be handy for a quick wash-up before bedtime. We like that the bed can be left made-up and ready for an afternoon nap.
We didn't get to see any Aliners and only 3 Jayco folding trailers today but are going out again tomorrow morning to a couple of larger dealerships.
I think one of the salespeople we talked to today was telling us stories (could it be?!) LOL! Nice guy, but he claimed that the Aliner is dangerous to use in windy situations, that they typically topple over and/or the roof can cave in (??!) He also said that gray water from a folding tent trailer can be drained anywhere. Hmmm?
I'm glad we aren't in a super hurry to find "the one". Fun journey though!
We will keep you updated :)
Linda
Visited 2 smallish RV dealers today and came away with much to ponder. There are so many choices out there! Holy smoke, our heads were spinning - but in a good way :)
We were unexpectedly smitten by something we weren't looking for - a slightly used Forest River R-Pod, model RP178. Seems to be just the right size for two adult campers and a dog. The dinette area was super comfortable, not squashed like some of the units we tried out today. The R-Pod does have a toilet/shower combo with hard walls but we were thinking the shower may be handy for a quick wash-up before bedtime. We like that the bed can be left made-up and ready for an afternoon nap.
We didn't get to see any Aliners and only 3 Jayco folding trailers today but are going out again tomorrow morning to a couple of larger dealerships.
I think one of the salespeople we talked to today was telling us stories (could it be?!) LOL! Nice guy, but he claimed that the Aliner is dangerous to use in windy situations, that they typically topple over and/or the roof can cave in (??!) He also said that gray water from a folding tent trailer can be drained anywhere. Hmmm?
I'm glad we aren't in a super hurry to find "the one". Fun journey though!
We will keep you updated :)
Linda
