New to RV world, I have a few questions

masdrobeda wrote:
Hello,

First of all I am very new to the RV world. I am planning to live in a RV for a few years as I am moving from Boston to L.A.

I am very much between a TT and Motorhome.

I currently own a car.

My budget: ~40K loan (will finance everything)

Option 1:

Sell my car and pay off my car load (I will probably be even on it), buy a truck and a TT (both used)

I have found decent TT for around 20K and also either a newer 1/2 truck (2012, 2013) for around 20K or a 3/4 truck (2009, 2010) for about 20K also

33' trailer will need at least a 3/4 ton diesel truck but ideally a 1 ton truck. The difference in ride comfort is minimal.

On this option 1 I am looking to get at least 33 foot Trailer and, I was wondering if any 1/2 ton will be able to tow it or I need a 3/4 ton truck after all? I would definitely prefer a 1/2 ton truck because once I get to my destination, I will be using that same truck to drive around, go to work, etc. I think the MPG difference and price difference is quite big between 1/2 and 3/4 truck.

Milage is about the same.

Option 2:

Buy a used Motor Home class A and tow my current car.

On this option 2, I would preferred a diesel engine 35-37 footer (like a bus) kind of motor home. I have found one or two 2001, 2002 for 30K.

Any RV over 10 yrs. could end up being a "$$$ hole" to keep it maintained. Do not buy a 10 yr. old RV without taking it to your mechanic to check everything out. $200 well spent so you know how much you have to spend to get it on the road i.e. Tires along can be as much as $300 or more.

I believe option 2 is a easier transaction because I only need to buy one thing and a relatively simple hitch to pull my car and I am good to go. However, is it a good option if I am planning to live in it and perhaps not drive the motor home at all for 1-2 years ?

Leaving a Motor Home sitting for 1 to 2 yrs. not the best way to keep up good maintenance.



Too many question to ask but that is pretty much what in my mind at the moment.

I hope I made it clear.

Thanks for the help in advance and please I want to hear what you think!