Considering switch from TT to truck camper
We have had a 32ft. travel trailer for five years. Due to some health/mobility issues we no longer want to deal with towing. We are considering getting a truck camper to use with our 2005 Silverado ...
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We have a 5thW and a TC. Arthritis hurts a bit crawling into and out of bed but I'll take the TC first. The 5thW is for when we wine and dine the grand kids.
1st go round TC didn't have a basement(so bed was too high) and bath was too small. Sold it, then went with an AF and love it. Wherever we park, "somewhat" leveling is all the effort it takes.
Looks like the same steps as Jefe4x4 (GlowStep) except we use a swing out hand rail. They are solid. Also added an extra firm mattress to help with the back.
I added 3750# tires, air bags, and a sway bar. Probably didn't have to have the air bags but they help balance the load. Don't put too much air in if you do add them. The rear axle is ~6900# and is the reason for the heavier tires.
I'm happy we bought the first TC fairly cheap. It let us find out quickly what we liked and disliked.
You'll never know until you try it. Maybe you can rent one somewhere and try for a short trip.
1st go round TC didn't have a basement(so bed was too high) and bath was too small. Sold it, then went with an AF and love it. Wherever we park, "somewhat" leveling is all the effort it takes.
Looks like the same steps as Jefe4x4 (GlowStep) except we use a swing out hand rail. They are solid. Also added an extra firm mattress to help with the back.
I added 3750# tires, air bags, and a sway bar. Probably didn't have to have the air bags but they help balance the load. Don't put too much air in if you do add them. The rear axle is ~6900# and is the reason for the heavier tires.
I'm happy we bought the first TC fairly cheap. It let us find out quickly what we liked and disliked.
You'll never know until you try it. Maybe you can rent one somewhere and try for a short trip.
