OK so about 3 months ago we purchased a 2016 Rockwood 2604WS TT. It is a really nice trailer and has all the things we wanted. We have used it 4 times at area state parks and we enjoyed each time. We just returned from a 10-day trip up through the northeast visiting Acadia NP. We want to do more of this type traveling to National Parks throughout the country but think maybe we have the wrong kind of RV to make such long trips. My dilemma is that I would like to sell it and possibly get a motor home because after talking to several other campers along our route it appears motorhomes are easier to set up and take down (I am no spring chicken and my wife has some health issues). However I will get killed on the depreciation. I could sell it on my own, but that is never a fun prospect. Any suggestions on what to do would be helpful...other than to suck it up and use the TT.Thanks much!!

You might be happier with a MH but do not count on it being easier to set up in the older National Parks. We came into one with our tent and had ours set up plus the air mattress inflated while a Motor Home on steroids was still trying to fit itself into a small lot that was all that was available.I learned a lot of Dutch and French swear words used by the people in line behind them trying to get by. At least I guess they were swear works.

Changing rigs is more common than you would think, it is rare to find an RV perfectly suited to your style of camping, particularly for newbies. As you stated you will lose a bit of money in the final outcome, but TT's sell fast and I'm sure a dealer can offer you a deal you can live with, especially if you purchase your class A from them. Good luck, hope you find a rig that provides the RV lifestyle you seek.

Personally, I think a motorhome is the easiest to set up. Yes, it may be a little tricky backing into some sites but you will quickly overcome the the problem with a little practice.If you stop when it's raining all you need to do is level the coach (from inside) and do your hookups in the morning or when the rain stops.Plus, if you're rolling down the interstate and encounter a multi hour/mile traffic backup you have use of the toilet, refrigerator, etc. Without leaving the rig. That's nice, trust me.Look at the smaller Class A units. Also B and C. Decide what type and size is best for you.

I have had both types . Easier to set up at a campsite ? Is that the reason you want to get into a MH ? I never found it any easier to set up. Don't forget, in order to make things easier, it usually involves motors and moving parts that need to be maintained and replaced. Check the cost of truck and MH parts. Read the fine print and understand the issues involved with extended service contracts. You still have to tow a car in order to get around town easier. I feel, you may as well tow the trailer if you have to tow something. Research the expenses involved with MH ownership if you are concerned with the loss of money.

If you are concerned about losing a few dollars on a TT you are in for a heck of a surprise on a motorhome. You only go around once in life you might as well get what you want. I would suggest you rent a motorhome and try it before you buy.

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colliehauler
Explorer III
Sep 26, 2016
If you are concerned about losing a few dollars on a TT you are in for a heck of a surprise on a motorhome.

You only go around once in life you might as well get what you want.

I would suggest you rent a motorhome and try it before you buy.
bobndot
Explorer II
Sep 26, 2016
I have had both types .
Easier to set up at a campsite ? Is that the reason you want to get into a MH ? I never found it any easier to set up.

Don't forget, in order to make things easier, it usually involves motors and moving parts that need to be maintained and replaced. Check the cost of truck and MH parts.
Read the fine print and understand the issues involved with extended service contracts.

You still have to tow a car in order to get around town easier. I feel, you may as well tow the trailer if you have to tow something.

Research the expenses involved with MH ownership if you are concerned with the loss of money.
gbopp
Explorer
Sep 26, 2016
Personally, I think a motorhome is the easiest to set up.
Yes, it may be a little tricky backing into some sites but you will quickly overcome the the problem with a little practice.

If you stop when it's raining all you need to do is level the coach (from inside) and do your hookups in the morning or when the rain stops.

Plus, if you're rolling down the interstate and encounter a multi hour/mile traffic backup you have use of the toilet, refrigerator, etc. Without leaving the rig. That's nice, trust me.

Look at the smaller Class A units. Also B and C. Decide what type and size is best for you.
Sandia_Man
Explorer II
Sep 26, 2016
Changing rigs is more common than you would think, it is rare to find an RV perfectly suited to your style of camping, particularly for newbies. As you stated you will lose a bit of money in the final outcome, but TT's sell fast and I'm sure a dealer can offer you a deal you can live with, especially if you purchase your class A from them. Good luck, hope you find a rig that provides the RV lifestyle you seek.
Opie431
Explorer
Sep 26, 2016
You might be happier with a MH but do not count on it being easier to set up in the older National Parks. We came into one with our tent and had ours set up plus the air mattress inflated while a Motor Home on steroids was still trying to fit itself into a small lot that was all that was available.
I learned a lot of Dutch and French swear words used by the people in line behind them trying to get by. At least I guess they were swear works.

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