Trying to decide

Well, if you already enjoy your Jayco their Eagle TTs are well built, well appointed, and as you know have a 2 year warranty. Some of their floor plans are very similar to their fifth wheels just on a single level deck. Other well appointed TTs to look at are Open Range Roamers (which carry a fully transferable 2 year warranty) and Grand Designs TTs have very livable floorplans as well. Most manufacturers produce a higher-end TT in their product lineup, I'm sure you will find something that closely mimics the floorplan you currently have if that is your desire.

OK, listen people. ALL RVs have steps to get in and out. They don't all have steps INSIDE. Pretty much just fivers. Give the person a break. If you spend your day inside, you can mosey front to back as much as you want without any steps to deal with in a trailer.

OP, my only suggestion would be based on my assumption that you already have a stout truck, so you don't have to limit yourself to lighter trailers. In that case I agree with the recommendation for Northwood and Outdoors RVs. Jayco Eagles might be an option, but I think most of those are pretty long. Highland Ridge makes at least one shorter model that looks roomy inside and should be comfortable.

I am only asking for suggestions on makes and models;did not mean to open a can of worms concerning my knees and aging body

JMCC730248 wrote:
Thanks for the feedback,but you all are not answering my original question,which was seeking advice on makes and models,not my decision to move from a fiver to a travel trailer; sorry if I worded it in a confusing manner

I am confused also. The only reason you gave for wanting to switch from a fifth wheel to a bumper pull is your knees on the steps, but bumper pulls have 2-3 steps also. I don't think many people wanted to suggest a $30K plus trailer when you might run into the same problem. You will get no shortage of suggestions here from people trying their best to help you out. Perhaps explain the knee issue a bit more? I am assuming you don't mind the initial steps into the trailer but don't want to continue stepping up and down when moving around inside? I'd also assume then that slide outs with a step up aren't ideal.

JMCC730248 wrote:
Thanks for the feedback,but you all are not answering my original question,which was seeking advice on makes and models,not my decision to move from a fiver to a travel trailer; sorry if I worded it in a confusing manner

You didn't have any problem with your wording. Some people just don't get it.
If I were going to buy a trailer in the 30 ft range it would be an Arctic Fox. They have a 29v that is my favorite with a front kitchen and also a 30 ft.
Both quality units that would be great candidates for full timing.
Good luck shopping.
Jesseannie

Thanks for the feedback,but you all are not answering my original question,which was seeking advice on makes and models,not my decision to move from a fiver to a travel trailer; sorry if I worded it in a confusing manner

That is the main reason we went back to a TT from a 5 th w plus I like to have the pu/bed for my "stuff". I have no regrets about going back to a TT

Darsben is right and only you can make the call.

Aren't the steps inside easier than the steps to get in. So the blunt question is how many more years have you got towing.