Looking for feedback

[JustSmiths]

Hey all,

We are soon to be full timers and looking for some feedback from folks that are out there doing it.
Just got back from South Dakota with our brand new Drivers Licenses. So we have the residency issues covered.

We seem to keep going back and forth between RV and Toy Hauler. Both seem to have their pros and cons.

Currently we have had our heart set on a Winnebago Destination (http://winnebagoind.com/products/fifth-wheel/2016/destination/overview)

These are some of the features we really like and wondering how important they really are.

• 2 bathrooms(1 master suit bathroom with dual sinks)
• dishwasher (how important?)
• Big living area
• Big kitchen

We really like the idea of 2 bathrooms and 1 isolated to the master suit so if we have people dropping in, they don't have to go to our bedroom. Not to mention there have been times when we both needed to use the restroom at the same time 🙂 Not sure how big of an issue this is.

The Destination doesn't have a lot of extra space for others, and again not sure how big of a deal this is.

The toy haulers give us the garage area where I could have my tool boxes and such. Destination doesn't have a good spot for big tool box. Maybe I need to downsize and get rid of my roll around tool chest?

We know we will have washer/dryer in either set up as we do not want to be reliant on public laundry. Dishwasher is a toss up. It's a nice to have I'm guessing, but maybe our habits change a bit....paper plates, reuse glasses, etc

Anyhow, would love to hear some feedback from all you full timers. We have already downsized and could easily fit everything we have in either setup. We downsized from a 1800 sq/ft house to a 1000 sq/ft apartment. Once we ditch our couches and beds, we are down to cloths and kitchen stuff....Speaking of kitchen, and other appliances. Is it worth replacing our AC appliances for 12V DC?

Thanks,
The Smiths

[JustSmiths]

Sorry about that....I should have specified what our plans are.

My job affords me the ability to work remote (just need internet). While we would like to see the country and most certainly will, we plan on staying in each location for a month or two at a time.

This could be at a FHU site or not. We both love the outdoors and leaning towards solar as much as possible and possibly some spots we may only be there for a week or two.

Ultimately, we plan on getting some property and building a place (this is a few years out). It's just the 2 of us and can honestly go and do what we want...Well, as much as the income allows.

We will essentially have only a trailer payment (we plan on putting 20-30k down...is this smart?) We have a well maintained truck to pull with and will be paid off in a few months.Literally no other bills...No credit card debt, nothing.

[darsben]

but what you do not say is what kind of camping you intend to do.
FHU? boondock? permanent or semi permanent spot? lots of moving around?

[Bumpyroad]

not a full timer but by RV or toy hauler are you talking about Class A MH vs a 5er? one thing I wouldn't like with a 5er is that you are stuck with one huge poor gas mileage, clunky piece of machinery to go off the main roads with, parking in a city, etc. whereas with a Class A you can tow a small 4 x 4 for excursions.
bumpy