notsobigjoe wrote:
A little off topic but I always liked the that camper and the beautiful warm comfy interior. Always one of my favorites.
It's been a big part of our family's history, as we purchased it many years ago when the kids were young and I had the opportunity to work remotely (before it was ubiquitous like it is now) in the 2000s. We didn't get everywhere, but there were lots of memorable lengthy trips before they got older and could not get away as much.
We're in a new phase of life, with the kids gone/off to college, and we had considered selling the unit, but a recent trip to NC from IA showed us how often we visit or traverse areas that would be tough with a large 5th wheel and also how much we would need to consider in towing something (one of the largest reasons for the TC was neither of us wanted to tow). So, selling it is off the table. We then considered replacing it with a newer unit designed for just the two of us, but there's too many memories in this unit.
We also decided not to sell because it's just too useful. We've actually used it to live in full time between jobs, and we used it as a emergency home during times when the power was out, etc.
We *might* add a 5er down the road if the kids' destinations warrant a longer term "stay in one place" home far away from home and a desire not to impose on their hospitality, but the TC is staying. Still, since I need to make the IA->NC/SC trip every few months and there's no kids' schedules to work around, it's time to redo the unit to focus on amenities for 2 people, both of whom do computer work.
The only main gripe I have with the unit is the frig, which arguably is not the RV's fault. It is just so picky about leveling, and our older Class C dometic was absolutely unconcerned. There's many more options in this space now than in 2006, so it might get the boot at some point.
You can search my username for all of my trials and tribulations on vehicle setup, slide issues back in the day, etc. It's been a ride...
