2 Bathroom Trailer. Can anyone point me towards one?

[JoeTee]

I am looking for a Travel Trailer I can park out of town for work purposes and some storage. I might let a couple workers stay in it occasionally or just let them use the whole thing; the reason for 2 bathrooms. It would be nice if it was partitioned too.

Can anyone point me towards one? Preferably used and I can keep it for couple years then get another as needed.


My work truck is an Toyota Tundra with around 10,500lbs rating from looking up how it is optioned.


I think this will save me the hassle of hotels and some costs possibly.

[JoeTee]

I possibly could borrow a truck.

[_DJ_1]

Since you are not going to be "travelling" with it, could you borrow a bigger truck to take it there and set it up?

[APT]

Something smaller would be good. As I said, 7k dry is the highest I recommend for half tons. Options are often not included in dry weight. The average RVer adds 1200 pounds to manufacturer dry weigh ratings, based on a survey done a while back. Cooking and eating gear, clothes, toiletries, all add up.

Keep in mind the living space is about 300 square feet, 8x30 plus slideout space.

[JoeTee]

I was replying to the guy saying the receiver will not handle the weight. I've had to change the hitch on another truck before, a 2500 diesel.


I'm 30 and I've owned 6 trucks in the last 9 years of different sizes. I am pretty well versed in towing. I currently have only one truck where I usually have 2 trucks for cost purposes I didn't see having another truck working, this Tundra was pretty cheap for what it is.


This truck is rated for 10,500 lbs and I'd believe the corresponding tongue weight off that.


Anyway, so I will be pushing it with this trailer I see. Looks like I would only have a few hundred pounds to spare. I imagine dry weight does not include options like refrigerator, HVAC, and propane tank.

I'll have to look at something smaller.


There is other reasons besides cost for the trailer, would need an office besides my truck but thanks for the advice. The trailer is written off taxes pretty easily as well. Something I'm looking into.

[APT]

You cannot just change the hitch. Your half ton tow rating does not apply to RVing. Receiver, rear axle, payload, GVWR, etc. You have to stay under all of them, which means you get the lowest

A half ton towing a 10k dry 40' TT with 1365 pounds of dry tongue weight? Start by reading what others have towed with their Tundras or other similar capable half tons. 10k pound boat, maybe. 10k pound RV? Not so much! RVs are the most difficult type of trailer to tow. They have larger than average tongue weight and highest aerodynamic drag. They are big boxes filled with mostly air.

I think your idea has merit, but you need to tow with a lot more capable truck. So consider how much upgrading one of your trucks is, plus a $20k-$50k "home" plus campsite fees.

People should RV because they want to, they like the lifestyle. It will rarely "save money" over other types of vacationing and living.

[JoeTee]

Found this:

http://www.forestriverinc.com/DestinationTravelTrailers/WildwoodLodge/default.aspx?page=floorplandetails&floorplanid=4369

Would have to haul it almost completely unloaded or use a 3/4 ton truck.


Forest river any good?

[Gdetrailer]

JoeTee wrote:
Thank you for the input. I own a construction company that is growing and I can not get adequate office space besides my truck when out of town. I may just buy a house in the couple cities I do business in.


I did not know campsites were $70 a night, a hotel is less and gives you free breakfast.

Depending on where you are at, it is easy to find campsites at the $70 per night price.

Many high volume touristy places are up there, right now in season average price at Myrtle Beach beach front campsite is about $55 per night not including state taxes and other "local" charges. Put them all together and we paid just under $70 per night. You have to take taxes and other charges into account.

Additionally many campgrounds charge additional per person (the ones we have been typically have a base charge for TWO adults and TWO children so in your case you would pay an extra $2 per night for each extra "adult" PLUS additional $2 PER vehicle per night.

You seam to have a two fold problem.

One is sleeping space and the other you now mentioned is "office space".

Depending on what it is your business is doing (like construction) perhaps you should invest in a construction trailer office. Should not be hard to find one of those used for a reasonable price. They are built better for that purpose. RVs lighter construction may not lend its self to holding together under constant industrial usage.

Alternately if your heart is really set on this idea then perhaps look up custom trailer builders, these are the ones that often custom build combination horse trailers with living quarters.

Many will build them the way you want and most likely will be sturdier than any RV. Basically you could have them build two living quarters with a "shared" bath in between the living quarters (IE Jack n Jill bath). Depending on the length they may be able to make a small "office" space separate from the living quarters.

Something else to consider, some campgrounds may not be too happy with a "business" being operated within the campgrounds so if you have "clients" coming to your "office" the management could kick you out.

Personally I would be looking for an local "apartment" or small house to rent and setup a temp office and sleeping space if you are looking at more than a couple of weeks time at each work site...

Trust me, you really don't want to deal with dumping black and grey tanks as part of your business routine, it will get old in a hurry especially when dealing with other "adults" using the facilities.

Doesn't take long to get the dreaded "pyramid" in the black tank.. but takes a lot of time and water to rid the tank of a clog.

Not to mention dealing with water and freezing temperatures in winter time if that applies to your situation (camping in winter requires some changes in how you handle water and tanks).

[JoeTee]

APT wrote:
I am not aware of any 2+ bath TTs that are half ton towable. There are some 5th wheel RVS, but they are far heavier than your truck's capabilities.

You need to stay under about 7k dry in order to stay under your Tundra's receiver rating.

I can change the hitch if needed, no biggie I did it on my old Dodge.


7k dry would mean 3500lbs in cargo and moderate amount of weight in passengers in the truck. I could possibly go to a bigger trailer?

[JoeTee]

Thank you for the input. I own a construction company that is growing and I can not get adequate office space besides my truck when out of town. I may just buy a house in the couple cities I do business in.


I did not know campsites were $70 a night, a hotel is less and gives you free breakfast.

[Gdetrailer]

JoeTee wrote:
I am looking for a Travel Trailer I can park out of town for work purposes and some storage. I might let a couple workers stay in it occasionally or just let them use the whole thing; the reason for 2 bathrooms. It would be nice if it was partitioned too.

Can anyone point me towards one? Preferably used and I can keep it for couple years then get another as needed.


My work truck is an Toyota Tundra with around 10,500lbs rating from looking up how it is optioned.


I think this will save me the hassle of hotels and some costs possibly.

First, you are NOT going save ANY money by buying a new or used trailer, period.

Second, you would be nuts to buy a new MULTI-THOUSAND dollar trailer for OTHER PEOPLE to use (have you ever seen what home or apartment rentals look like AFTER a tenant moves out?).

Third, WHO in the world is going to have to deal with the black and grey tanks? YOU perhaps?

Fourth, unless you can "camp" free of charge at the worksite, YOU WILL be PAYING a camping fee from $12 per night at state campgrounds (many do not have electric, water or sewage hookups) to upwards of $70 per night. You really shouldn't have much issue finding a motel or hotel room at most places for $70 per night.

Fifth, food, if camping at worksite or out of the way for restaurants someone WILL be supplying food and or cooking, most likely YOU.

Sixth, bedding, are you sure you want to have to deal with providing clean sheets, blankets and such.

Seventh, propane, ain't cheap and goes very fast especially in the winter, you can easily use 60 lbs in two weeks in the winter.

Eight, YOU become the maintenance man when the furnace, A/C, fridge, toilet, water systems quit working. Not to mention having to make repairs to things as they get broke while being used by your crew or even outside stuff like checking and replacing caulking as it goes bad.

If you have your heart set on this then perhaps look at a well used "bunk house" which would have several bunks, ONE toilet (less maintenance). Or if you really feel like work buy TWO USED trailers...

Ultimately for YOUR sanity, money and sake, continue to send them to motels or hotels you WILL be happier in the end.

[APT]

I am not aware of any 2+ bath TTs that are half ton towable. There are some 5th wheel RVS, but they are far heavier than your truck's capabilities.

You need to stay under about 7k dry in order to stay under your Tundra's receiver rating.

[JoeTee]

Cool.

Also, to clear it up I'm posting this in TT section because I feel my truck would be inadequate to pull a 5th wheel. Toyota Tundra 5.7L Double Cab 2wd. I will consider adding airbags to it if needed.

[rockhillmanor]

I am looking for a Travel Trailer I can park out of town for work purposes and some storage. I might let a couple workers stay in it occasionally or just let them use the whole thing; the reason for 2 bathrooms. It would be nice if it was partitioned too.

The horse people use trailers like that. There are several doors and several bathrooms. They are like little apartments. But they look like real nice TT's. They use them to house the grooms and trainers when they are on the road with a string of horses. I'll try and find the link for you.

[duramaxdelight]

The Sedona 5th wheel has 2 models - 36flrb & 32FBHT

I think 2 bathrooms go more with bunkmodels. I know you posted a
under trailers these 2 are 5th wheels.

We looked yesterday at some Sierras and Cherokees, one plan had
a double bathroom, if my memory was correct. Those are Fleetwood
products, maybe check them out.All very nice units.