New Member Introduction - First Time TC Buyer
Hello, everyone. I am a soon to be first time truck camper buyer. We live in North Georgia, which unfortunately for visiting dealers, events and clubs to learn about truck camping and our purchasing...
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Thanks for the basement input, Bedlam. As a newbie to TCs, this distinction was something I was not yet significantly aware of, though I am certainly aware of both the need to have adequate space inside to stand up (but I'm only 6', so that shouldn't be too big an issue), while also minimizing overall height and CG for stability purposes. The climb into bed is important with my wife having her mobility somewhat limited after her stroke.
Certainly the buying public has voted the Crew Cab the most popular Super Duty configuration, judging by what sells and is for sale on lots; I think there are probably 50 Crew Cab ads for every 1 Super Cab. That said, the Super Cab seemed like a good compromise for us with our 14 year old along for a few years, and with the Crew Cab being 2" too long to fit in our garage. The Super Cab is 12" shorter in OAL and WB vs. the Crew Cab, which should help maneuverability somewhat.
So far as towing, no plans yet, but I can certainly see the wisdom in having another vehicle along for use once in an area you want to explore. Maybe this will be my chance to get the Miata back, which I sold in 2014 when we moved from IL to GA. Part of the reason I sold that was that it wouldn't seat three, but once our daughter is off to college that excuse is gone!
Certainly the buying public has voted the Crew Cab the most popular Super Duty configuration, judging by what sells and is for sale on lots; I think there are probably 50 Crew Cab ads for every 1 Super Cab. That said, the Super Cab seemed like a good compromise for us with our 14 year old along for a few years, and with the Crew Cab being 2" too long to fit in our garage. The Super Cab is 12" shorter in OAL and WB vs. the Crew Cab, which should help maneuverability somewhat.
So far as towing, no plans yet, but I can certainly see the wisdom in having another vehicle along for use once in an area you want to explore. Maybe this will be my chance to get the Miata back, which I sold in 2014 when we moved from IL to GA. Part of the reason I sold that was that it wouldn't seat three, but once our daughter is off to college that excuse is gone!
