Brand New Buyer Looking for Sound Advice
Hey everyone! My family has grown to the point that tent camping just isn't feasible and I am looking to buy my very first travel trailer in the next year or so and I am looking for advice from ex...
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Other considerations:
1) One of the worst things to happen to RV owners, especially new ones is water damage from roof/window leaks. If left unchecked, it could total your new toy in only a couple years. Many people assume a new trailer will be just fine, and they'll get to it later. NOT SO! Get on a ladder and start inspecting! Lots of good info available here how to perform preventive leak maintenance.
2) Do you camp in organized camp grounds/parks? Or do you like to get off the beaten path and boondock? The length and ground clearance of your chosen trailer will come into play then. So will the size of your holding tanks. People with sinks and toilets often take some time to learn water conservation. Along these same lines, if you camp away from it all, you may need a second battery. Lots of good reading here on that subject too.
1) One of the worst things to happen to RV owners, especially new ones is water damage from roof/window leaks. If left unchecked, it could total your new toy in only a couple years. Many people assume a new trailer will be just fine, and they'll get to it later. NOT SO! Get on a ladder and start inspecting! Lots of good info available here how to perform preventive leak maintenance.
2) Do you camp in organized camp grounds/parks? Or do you like to get off the beaten path and boondock? The length and ground clearance of your chosen trailer will come into play then. So will the size of your holding tanks. People with sinks and toilets often take some time to learn water conservation. Along these same lines, if you camp away from it all, you may need a second battery. Lots of good reading here on that subject too.
