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Re: Toy Hauler Shopping: We're 100% New
I'm certainly comfortable with the maintenance, assuming I can get things coordinated with calendar-grade scheduling with a sidenote of "check this and that often". "National presence" ... solid call, friend. Thank you for that. 13' isn't too tall, in my mind. That's doable.508Views0likes0CommentsRe: Toy Hauler Shopping: We're 100% New
Good information all around. Maybe we'll reconsider the KZ. @Tinner, thanks for the tips. That's some excellent data. I'll add it into our notes and make sure we do the math there. THANK you! At the same time, no, we won't be going that length. Also, we're not hauling Harleys, we're hauling lightweight performance bikes. Wait ... I can't believe I just said that since our new Beemer is 565 lbs. (a pig by sportbike standards) ... but I digress. We've already agreed that we don't want that kind of length and are proven comfortable in small environments. Both short ... spent years in a tiny 1-bed condo. We know how to "deal" with one another. Plus ... there's an Aussie company that custom-builds roll up patios that are durable as heck. We plan on having one of those constructed as an external "muck" room.508Views0likes0CommentsRe: Toy Hauler Shopping: We're 100% New
I'm a "beastly 5'8" ;) We're liking the Keystone lines and it's cousins. Also the Cherokee Wolf Pack prospects. I supposed I could shift gears a little and ask: Which makes/models are definitely worth sidestepping, meaning "avoid this"? ... especially without newbness in mind.316Views0likes0CommentsRe: Toy Hauler Shopping: We're 100% New
I'm fine on going 1-ton, for sure. It's all about having "at least slightly more" truck than is base-spec and I'm happy to do exactly that. ... but KZ trailers are renowned for being made of CHEAP metals and configurations. We're looking to purchase something that is reliable. Again, the truck we buy is an afterthought. First we need to know precisely what we're towing. "You're going to want more space" is an individual perspective. We've lived compact before. Quite compact, actually and are hoping for 31' with pop outs, though willing to go to 35' (max). Our concern, currently, is which brands are most RELIABLE and BUILT TO LAST. Have at it.315Views0likes0CommentsToy Hauler Shopping: We're 100% New
We're newbies. Plain and simple. New ... Bees. ... and we're going from never to full time right out of the gates! My wife and I are motorcycle journalists who just started a new website, hence the screen name. We need help selecting a toy hauler for full time RV living! After a lot of research, here's what we know we want: - 5th wheel for a long bed, 1/2 - 3/4 ton pickup - less than 35' long (at the box, 31' preferred) - under 13' high (closer to 12' preferred) - separate garage - can easily carry two sport bikes + tools, roughly 1500 lbs - pop outs for live/work-space We're looking at this from home buyer perspectives which lacks the familiarity everyone here has. Our concerns come down to BRAND. We just looked at the "KZ Sportster" and were inspired but further review suggests they are known to have serious problems. We originally were considering Keystone and their reviews seem more solid. So, without any pride in tow (get it?) ... Which brands have what it takes to keep us feeling safe and secure, a sound investment that isn't prone to failure?5.3KViews0likes26Comments
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