Newbie Pre Purchase Questions
Hi all, new to the forum (and the world of camping)! My wife and I got the camping bug and we want to get a TT. I've read a lot of conflicting info and have some questions before we pull the trigger...
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I had a Ram, though diesel so had way more power, but same truck chassis basically. People literally pull 30,000 lbs with those trucks on the 2500 chassis. Your gas engine will not do that, but stopping and driving is the important part. If you are under the rated limit then check that box and move on. 1500 probably lesser brakes than the 2500 so do not think you can handle the same weight as the big boy truck.
You will need a weight distribution hitch of course. Many post on those, more than you can stand to read and 100's of opinions.
You are new to campers? You are the typical suckers possibly. You think you need the biggest and most luxurious camper you can afford as if you will be living in this parked at a campground the rest of your lives. People often regret getting a big camper and talk about downsizing but have so much money invested in the behemoth that they do not want to lose that investment money by selling so quick...
Go rent a couple of times and see what you like.
Having a big tt means it is a big thing to take it out.
You start to calculate how much it will cost in gas and is it worth it or just get a hotel this time instead.
Big campers will not fit a lot of places if you like to go to non-campground destinations.
Small campers are easy. just hook and go. Not as big of a deal on the gas budget. Easy to drive. Easy to manuever. Does not take up any more space than another vehicle so it parks easier.
I have never met anyone (though there are plenty ppl here Im sure that would) who say, "gee, wish I have gotten a bigger trailer..."
Unless you have a big family, then I say seriously consider NOT getting a big camper.
Will you spend all your vacation in the tt, or will it just be a home base that you go see and do things?
For some, the tt is just a place to sleep, eat, shower and get ready for new adventures, not a place to spend your vacation sitting in looking out the window.
Just some thoughts of wisdom I have heard from veteran campers. Opinions will differ.
You will need a weight distribution hitch of course. Many post on those, more than you can stand to read and 100's of opinions.
You are new to campers? You are the typical suckers possibly. You think you need the biggest and most luxurious camper you can afford as if you will be living in this parked at a campground the rest of your lives. People often regret getting a big camper and talk about downsizing but have so much money invested in the behemoth that they do not want to lose that investment money by selling so quick...
Go rent a couple of times and see what you like.
Having a big tt means it is a big thing to take it out.
You start to calculate how much it will cost in gas and is it worth it or just get a hotel this time instead.
Big campers will not fit a lot of places if you like to go to non-campground destinations.
Small campers are easy. just hook and go. Not as big of a deal on the gas budget. Easy to drive. Easy to manuever. Does not take up any more space than another vehicle so it parks easier.
I have never met anyone (though there are plenty ppl here Im sure that would) who say, "gee, wish I have gotten a bigger trailer..."
Unless you have a big family, then I say seriously consider NOT getting a big camper.
Will you spend all your vacation in the tt, or will it just be a home base that you go see and do things?
For some, the tt is just a place to sleep, eat, shower and get ready for new adventures, not a place to spend your vacation sitting in looking out the window.
Just some thoughts of wisdom I have heard from veteran campers. Opinions will differ.
